Culture People Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's nickname in the American media was "the giggling guru". He was given this epithet after he was seen giggling frequently on the Johnny Carson Show in 1969. Connotations Neutral Indian connection Weak Wikipedia (Maharishi Mahesh Yogi) LA Times (Maharishi Mahesh Yogi; founded Transcendental Meditation movement) Marc Edwards (Reiki, Yoga, Meditation and Yagyas) Tags mahesh yogi johnny carson name United States of America