Be Here Tomorrow

Kenyon comes to grips with his own aging body in the face of personal and societal prejudices against growing older.

Kenyon examines the isolation he's experienced since the pandemic hit, and explores new ways to foster a sense of community and connection.

Kenyon reflects on how terminal cancer reconnected him with his childhood best friend.

Kenyon realizes that meditating imperfectly is better than not meditating at all.

Kenyon considers his resistance to wanting what he has, and realizes in the process that he has everything he wants.

Kenyon reflects on the art of listening in a world where everybody's talking.

Kenyon examines the differences between wisdom and intelligence, and reflects on how unwise some of his most intelligent decisions have been.

Kenyon examines his addiction to control and how it stands in the way of his happiness.

Inspired by a quote from the late Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, Kenyon explores the relationship between self-acceptance and beauty.

Inspired by his children, Kenyon reflects on how lovable we are when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable.

Kenyon reflects on the healing power of connection, and how embracing his oneness with everything has saved him from loneliness and despair.

As he sets his intentions for 2022, Kenyon opts for a New Year's resolution he can actually keep: to make mistakes.

When his three-year-old son becomes enamored of Santa Claus, Kenyon finds himself rethinking his cynical view of Christmas.

Like the greatest gifts, the birth of Kenyon's daughter gives him a newfound appreciation for all that he has.

As Thanksgiving approaches, Kenyon reflects on how an attitude of gratitude has helped keep him alive.

Kenyon shares his struggles with saying no, and considers the spirituality of telling someone to fuck off.

Kenyon comes clean about his hearing loss, and shares how acceptance can offer a path to liberation.

Inspired by a quote from Jewish mystic Abraham Joshua Heschel, Kenyon tries looking at everyday life through a lens of radical amazement.

Fresh out of rehab, Kenyon shares what he learned about self-abandonment and how to take better care of himself in the here and now.

Kenyon explores the idea that happiness is a matter of perspective, and that we see what we're looking for in any given circumstance.

In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day and the second anniversary of BE HERE TOMORROW, Kenyon introduces a new podcast format and talks about how hard it is for him to ask for help.

Zen Buddhist monks, writers and teachers Koshin Paley Ellison and Robert Chodo Campbell discuss the role that kindness plays in their marriage. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.

Deaf actor, artist and real estate agent Jackie Roth tells a story about the kindness she was shown by two strangers while hitchhiking to San Francisco in the early seventies. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.

13-year-old artist and musician Silas Camp tells a story about the kindness he experienced when a childhood friend was completely honest with him for the first time. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.

Personal trainer, singer-songwriter and actor Scott Graham tells a story about the time two strangers in a Danish shopping mall saved his life. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.

International music, film and mischief maker Jamie Catto tells a story about the time his taciturn father offered him a kind word. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.

Theater critic Jose Solís tells a story about the time a cab driver showed him an unexpected kindness in the wake of the 2016 presidential election. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.

Artist, singer-songwriter, playwright, actor and performer Jennifer McKenna tells a story about the time a roommate cleaned dog shit off her shoe. Music and sound sculpting by Kenyon Phillips.