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95 - What is Suffering (Dukkha) in Buddhism
Episode 95
Why do we suffer? Why does life feel painful, stressful, or disappointing even when things seem to be going well? In this episode, we explore sufferi…
11 hours ago
94 - Engaged Buddhism
Episode 94
"Engaged Buddhism" is Buddhism lived in the world through compassion in action, wisdom applied to real life, and mindfulness extended beyond the medi…
1 month ago
93 - Buddhism in 10 Steps (Audiobook Special Edition)
Episode 93
This episode is the full audiobook reading of my book Buddhism in 10 Steps. Many of you have already listened to the shorter podcast/video version, w…
1 month, 4 weeks ago
92 - Buddhist Symbols & Symbolism
Episode 92
In this episode, we explore the beautiful world of Buddhist symbols — the dragons, lotus flowers, prayer flags, mandalas, guardian lions, and more th…
2 months ago
91 - Was the Buddha Always a Buddha? (The Lotus Sutra's Chapter 16)
Episode 91
In this episode, we explore one of the most surprising teachings in the Lotus Sūtra: the idea that the Buddha didn’t become a Buddha under the Bodhi …
3 months, 3 weeks ago
90 - Science & Buddhism
Episode 90
Many Westerners are drawn to Buddhism because it feels rational, experiential, and compatible with science. But Buddhism also includes teachings—like…
4 months, 2 weeks ago
89 - Chanting, Recitation, Mantras, and Dhāraṇīs in Buddhism
Episode 39
Chanting is one of the most widespread Buddhist practices, yet often one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we explore what chanting really …
5 months ago
88 - The Buddha's Death & Parinirvana
Episode 88
The Buddha’s Last Teaching: Impermanence & Parinirvāṇa
In this episode, we explore one of the most meaningful and human moments in all of Buddhism: th…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
87 - Ten Basic Buddhism Concepts (Buddhism in 10 Steps)
Season 87 Episode 87
What is Buddhism? This podcast episode covers ten basic Buddhist concepts and also has a video! It's a companion to my book, Buddhism in 10 Steps, th…
6 months, 1 week ago
86 - After You Die...What Buddhists Believe About Life After Death
What do Buddhists believe happens after death? In this episode, we explore one of the most common and meaningful questions beginners ask about Buddhi…
7 months, 4 weeks ago