Joshua M. Greene is a highly respected author, lecturer, and filmmaker with a focus on the spiritual quest and Holocaust history. He has made significant contributions to these fields through his engaging and insightful work. Greene earned his M.A. at Hofstra University, where he went on to teach Hinduism and Holocaust history until his retirement in 2013. His books on war crimes trials and survivor testimony have been published in six languages, demonstrating the global reach and impact of his work.\n \nGreene is also a filmmaker whose Holocaust documentaries have been featured on PBS, The Disney Channel, and Discovery. His films, like his writing, have been widely recognized for their ability to educate and engage audiences on complex and important historical topics. In addition to his work on the Holocaust, Greene is also a well-known expert on spirituality, with books such as "Here Comes the Sun: The Spiritual and Musical Journey of George Harrison" and "Gita Wisdom: An Introduction to India’s Essential Yoga Text" to his name. His most recent book, "Swami in a Strange Land: How Krishna Came to the West," is a biography of Srila Prabhupada.\n \nIn 1969, Greene was initiated as Yogesvara Das by HDG A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada and spent 13 years in Krishna temples, serving as director of ISKCON’s European publishing office. This experience has greatly informed his work on spirituality and Hinduism. Greene is also a popular lecturer who has spoken at the Pentagon, the Judge Advocates College, the New York Public Library Distinguished Author series, and state bar associations. His expertise and engaging communication style have made him a sought-after speaker and commentator on a wide range of topics.