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The world’s leading thinkers, politicians and cultural figures interviewed by the BBC

Find out what the world’s leading thinkers, politicians and cultural figures really think, as they talk about their lives for thirty minutes on The Interview.

***The Interview is no longer broadcast on-air but you can listen to our archive below.***

A half hour interview with interesting and prominent people from around the world with a great range of interests and opinions. Each week, one person is put under the spotlight by either Owen Bennett-Jones or Carrie Gracie, the two presenters on The Interview.  

They explore topical issues, personal motivation and interviewee's hopes and fears. The style is informal and conversational, but at times searching and combative when required.

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The Interview Archive: 14/08/2010 Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Spiritual Leader

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14/08/2010 Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Spiritual Leader

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Spiritual Leader

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The Indian spiritual guru talks about the meaning of life

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is a Hindu guru who has created a technique for breathing which he says can improve everyone's quality of life.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is one of India's best-known spiritual leaders, a man famous for his breathing exercises.   

He has been called the world's most globalised guru - drawing vast audiences wherever he travels - to hear his message and learn his breathing techniques.  

He talks to Owen Bennett Jones about his childhood, his interest in science, his spiritual roots and, of course, the meaning of life.

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