Podcasts about buddhist monks

Habib was born in Greece, but he has lived in Dubai, Istanbul, London & Pittsburgh. He is about to move once again & start a new life in the Netherlands. His brother is a Buddhist Monk who lives in a retreat in Nepal. This prompted Habib to make an epic trip to see his brother, practice mediation & hike to 5000m of elevation!

Peace, doesn't sell. We may click on kindness, but overall cash follows cruelty. If it bleeds, it leads. That famous practice (allegedly started by an editor of The Miami Herald in Miami, FL) for “real” media.Take away any guardrails media used to have in place (things like verifying content before publication, being mindful of impact of what they publish) and go to the cesspool of “citizen” journalism and there are no guardrails.So what happens if we just stop? Literally, stop. In October 2025 a group of monks set out, on foot, from Fort Worth, TX. Their message - peace. Their intention - to walk 2300 miles across the United States, ending up in Washington, DC. Their journey - the Walk for Peace - took them along the southern part of the US. They took a left in Georgia and headed up through the Carolinas and through Virginia to DC.Led by a 44-year-old former Motorola Engineer turned Buddhist Monk, the Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara, nineteen monks made this journey. They spoke little and only when it mattered. In their silence, the message.Oh and they had a dog with them - Aloka the Peace Dog.I had the great privilege of seeing them twice when they were near and then in Richmond, VA. At the first gathering I set my phone to record and then put it away to pay attention. This week's episode is an only slightly edited version of what I heard. (I edited out addresses from local law enforcement.)So this week, a special edition of Talk Unleashed. Words of peace, and a perspective on your cell phone that will hopefully make you laugh. Even more hopefully make you think. And most of all, consider changing some behavior.It's also worth noting, they had arrived at a church for capacity of 400. More than 2000 people showed up, so rather than admit some folks and keep others out, we all stood outside, they set up a speaker and Pannakara came outside.Note just how quiet people are. How respectful. It. Is Possible.In a world where what passes for radical honesty usually means someone is just letting things fly outta their pie-hole without much care for others, it's time for radically authentic conversation. Conscious communication is simple, but often isn't easy. That's why Cathy Brooks created Talk, Unleashed – a weekly podcast of radically honest conversation about — everything. Whether her own musings or in conversation with industry leaders, each episode invites curiosity. Curiosity not about what people do, but why they do it. Who they are and what makes them tick. It's about digging underneath to reveal the thing that is most true - that we are more alike than we are not. A mix of solo episodes where Cathy shares her insights and experience or Cathy engaged in conversation with fascinating humans doing amazing things. No matter the format - it's unvarnished, radically honest and entirely unleashed. This podcast compliments Unleashed Leadership, the coaching business through which Cathy works with symphony orchestras, corporate clients, and individuals to help them unleash and untether their leadership and connect with others in a way that truly engages.#walkforpeace #venerablemonks #bhikkhupannakara #leadership #alokathepeacedog #dogbehavior #baddogbehavior #dogtraining #shiftingbehavior #brutalhonesty #radicalhonesty #consciouscommunication #leadership #Conversation #connection #TalkUnleashed #fiercecompassion #UnleashedConversation #UnleashedLeadership #FixYourEndofTheLeash

This week, we move from the hush of Buddhist monks finishing their “Walk for Peace” to the noise of breaking news: the unsolved abduction of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, with investigators chasing leads and pleading for tips. Closer to home, the Northeast's deep freeze and stubborn snowpack kept cities like Philadelphia slipping, shoveling, and counting the days to a thaw. From Washington, D.C. to Arizona, the contrast is stark—and it says something about the country right now. We'll connect these threads—inner calm, public fear, and everyday resilience—then round up the other stories you should know.

Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and former actor who has spent over six years in silent retreat. In this moment, he explains how Buddhism offers a radically different way to relate to pain, and how we could be unknowingly feeding our own suffering. Drawing on his experiences of trauma, depression, and panic attacks, he shares an insightful approach to meeting grief, forgiveness, and emotional pain with compassion. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/18yElRtyC0b Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/f3r7jxByC0b Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Gelong Thubten: https://www.gelongthubten.com/

Update on the El Paso Airport shutdown and what happened and why. Last month’s winter storm is being looked over because of the lack of resources. The Buddhist Monks will visit Annapolis this am. Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been wanting a way to send healing, peace and support to Minneapolis and feel that you made a difference? That has been my prayer for the last few weeks…so I offered a live channeled peace and healing meditation with Mother Mary right after Alex Pretti was murdered. Everyone who participated said it was the MOST powerful event I have ever facilitated! Not only did Mother Mary come, She brought the company of heaven with Her – the angels, archangels, saints, spirit guides…even the ancestors showed up! But the most unexpected and moving thing that happened is the presence of Renee Good and Alex Pretti joined us, along with all the souls who have lost their lives at the hands of ICE… not in anger, but in determined love and support. At one point, we felt the energy of the Buddhist Peace monks in our circle too! I'm not sure how they found us, but that is when I knew we had accessed a high level of peace and healing! So in this special episode, I am sharing this extraordinary meditation with you so that you can experience the power, peace, healing and grace for yourself. I purposely didn't edit the audio because there are messages from Mother Mary in the beginning, but if you want to jump ahead to the meditation, it begins around the 20-minute mark.   Key Learnings: 1) Mother Mary said that what is happening in Minneapolis, which reminds so many of us of Germany in the 1930's, is so much older than that. She said the archetype of King Herod was present on the planet, especially in the USA right now. This is the archetype of the insecure leader who will do anything to retain power, such as the murder of the innocents. Any time you see children being harmed in an attempt to secure power, be sure that the Herod energy is present and active. 2) The good news is that is Herod is present, then Christ must also be present! And nothing makes the Herod energy more desperate than the rising of goodness, compassion and love. 3) During this meditation, we were joined by Mother Mary, the entire company of heaven, including the ancestors. And then something miraculous happened…the souls of Renee Good and Alex Pretti joined our circle, along with all the souls who have died at the hands of ICE. Even the energy of the Buddhist Monks who are walking for peace joined our circle too. This was one of the most powerful meditations I have ever facilitated.   "No matter how things appear, always know that a greater good is happening. Always." - Mother Mary    To join the Magnify Your Miracles Mentoring Membership, click here Ready to ALIGN your goal with your soul? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com

AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that the Peace Walk is wrapping up in Washington.

Update on the School Shooting at Wooton High School in Montgomery County. Buddhist Monks are expected to complete there walk today in DC. UMD is being recognized as one of the top Universities around the globe. Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Republicans push election law changes, Dems blast move as attempt to take over elections, or even the country; Immigration officials defend violent operations at House oversight committee as lawmakers call for lowering temperature; Buddhist monks complete 3,500 walk for peace to Washington DC, say peacemaking is everyone's business but don't expect a smooth path; Affordable housing project in Oakland leaves people stranded for a year, with no home and no access to homeless services The post Dems blast GOP election measures as attempt to take over elections, nation; Buddhist monks complete 3,500 mile peace walk, say don't expect smooth path – February 10, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

A group of Monks have finally reached the nation's capitol after miles of walking. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.

Thousands of people have turned out to welcome a group of monks on a Peace Walk to Washington, DC.

Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks for winning the big game The Buddhist Monks are going to reach Alexandria today. Giant Celebrated its 90th anniversary yesterday. The Olympic medal count and a local Fairfax native won a Gold Medel. Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm honoring one of my spiritual fathers , Buddhist monk Thích Nhất Hạnh, who died in January 2022. He was a peace activist, prolific author, poet, and teacher, who founded the Plum Village Tradition, and is recognized as the main inspiration for engaged Buddhism. Known as the "father of mindfulness" his words have held me through so much healing. Spiritual mothers and fathers can come from almost anywhere, not just proximity, and if you come from toxic or inadequate parents like me, this matters. We've been conditioned to avoid all suffering, to demand safe spaces externally, but the only real safety is what you cultivate inside yourself with your own inner child. Remember that breathing is the bridge between mind and body - just being is your birthright. Light and love, and I hope you enjoy this throwback episode and the lesson in it. WORK WITH NIKKI 1:1 :⁠⁠ https://EmotionalBadass.com/coaching⁠⁠ 30 DAYS TO PEACE:⁠⁠ https://EmotionalBadass.com/peace⁠⁠ NARCISSIST ABUSE RECOVERY WORKSHOP:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/workshops⁠⁠ THE FREE MORNING ROUTINE :⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://EmotionalBadass.com/morning⁠⁠ Services, Products & Content: PATREON: ⁠⁠https://Patreon.com/emotionalbadass⁠⁠ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:⁠⁠ https://www.EmotionalBadass.com/newsletter⁠⁠ PATTERNSCAPES WELLNESS DECK:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://getpatternscapes.com⁠⁠ Follow us: YT:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com.com/emotionalbadass/⁠⁠ IG:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/emotional.badass/⁠⁠ FB:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/emotionalbadass⁠⁠ TIKTOK:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@emotionalbadass Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot of the time, local news sucks. It's important, but it sucks. City council meetings, school board meetings, police board meetings… just plain boring.But every once in a while, there's a gold mine.But at Canadaland we just don't have the resources to find these little golden nuggets, these hyper local stories. We're not on the ground, our audience is national, and we don't usually get the scoops.So we asked you to call in and let us know all about them. And boy did you deliver, we've got everything from throwing shovels at city workers, to Buddhist monks in PEI with alleged ties to the Communist Party of China. Host: Sam KonnertCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Producer), Tony Wang (Executive Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Publisher)Additional music by Audio NetworkThis show is available exclusively to Canadaland supporters. To become one, go to https://canadaland.com/join/. You'll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You'll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you'll be a part of the solution to Canada's journalism crisis, you'll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As 19 Buddhist Monks and Aloka continue their Walk For Peace across the US towards Washington DC, lets talk about what this could bring for our future world. Be loving kindness today and forever more. For personal soul sessions and Forecasts www.numbers4success.com or our community or to buy me a cuppa www.patreon.com/numbers4success

A group of Buddhist monks from a Vietnamese Buddhist temple in Texas have been on a months-long journey to Washington, D.C. with one goal: peace. The group of about 20 monks began their "Walk for Peace" in late October, drawing the adoration and attention of people all over the country in person and on social media. WRAL state government reporter Caroline Yaffa spoke with one man who spent miles with the monks about his experience. Plus, we have the latest information on what to expect when the group gets to the Triangle. 

We are living in extraordinary times! There is a group of Buddhist Monks, along with a stray dog, Aloka, who followed them on a similar pilgrimage in India, from the Huong Dao Vipassana Center in Ft. Worth Texas who are walking to promote Peace, Compassion and Non-Violence. Their 2,300 mile journey started on October 26, 2025 and will end in Washington DC around the middle of February 2026. You can follow their journey on Facebook@walkforpeaceusaBuddhism is a philosophy and religion that offers a path to end suffering by understanding its causes and following the Noble Eightfold Path to reach Nirvana.I am lucky to live near many different religious temples, mosques, monasteries, and houses of worship that i have visited and attended events at.it's important that we educate ourselves and have an Open Heart and Mind in an effort to expose ourselves to diversity of thought and religion.Credit for royalty free music used in background- Inner Temple by Sky Gienger

Join us on The Founder Spirit podcast as we delve into the life and insights of Shoukei Matsumoto, a Japanese Buddhist monk, author, and social entrepreneur from Japan. Discover how Shoukei bridges ancient spiritual wisdom with modern business practices, emphasizing intergenerational responsibility and Interbeing, the interconnectedness of all beings. From his journey as a monk to his innovative ventures like the virtual temple Higanji, Shoukei shares his philosophy of becoming good ancestors, the importance of humility in an uncertain future, and how we can use AI as a (functional) Buddha.Just how did Shoukei's journey as a Buddhist monk evolve into one that bridges ancient spiritual wisdom with the modern business world? TUNE IN to this conversation & find out. Don't forget to subscribe and support us on Patreon!For detailed transcript and show notes, please visit TheFounderSpirit.com.Also follow us on: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/TheFounderSpirit- Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/TheFounderSpirit- YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheFounderSpirit- Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TheFounderSpirit- X:  https://twitter.com/founder_spiritIf this podcast has been beneficial or valuable to you, feel free to become a patron and support us on Patreon.com, that is P-A-T-R-E-O-N.com/TheFounderSpirit.As always, you can find us on Apple, YouTube and Spotify, as well as social media and our website at TheFounderSpirit.com.The Founder Spirit podcast is proud to be a partner of the Villars Institute, a non-profit foundation focused on accelerating the transition to a net-zero economy and restoring planetary health.About This Podcast:Whether you are an entrepreneur, a mid-career professional or someone who's just starting out in life, The Founder Spirit podcast is for you!In this podcast series, we'll be interviewing exceptional individuals from all over the world with the founder spirit, ranging from social entrepreneurs, tech founders, to philanthropists, elite athletes, and more. Together, we'll uncover not only how they manage to succeed in face of multiple challenges, but also who they are as people and their human story.So TUNE IN & be inspired by stories from their life journey!

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Ajahn Cittavīro gave this Dhamma talk on 5 December 2025 at Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, UK. The post From Budo to Buddho: From a Martial Arts Teacher to a Buddhist Monk appeared first on Amaravati Buddhist Monastery.

A group of Buddhist monks traveling on foot across the United States passed through Alabama last week as part of a months-long journey promoting peace, compassion and understanding. About two-dozen monks are undertaking a 2,300-mile walk from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. Their journey began Oct. 26 and is scheduled to conclude Feb. 13 at the U.S. Capitol. After more than 50 days and roughly 1,000 miles on the road, the group entered Alabama on Dec. 16 accompanied by a dog named Aloka. According to the monks, the night marked the coldest temperatures they have faced so far during...Article Link

Yitzchak Trebitsch was an active participant - under various names - in some of the twentieth century's most important events: mass immigration, WWI wartime espionage, radical right-wing Germany, Chinese civil war and the Japanese invasion during WWII. But in the end he was a nobody. His death was attributed variously to Nazi poison, Allied vengeance, Buddhist enemies, or enraged Jews. His story is stranger than fiction, but there are important lessons we can take from it.   Timestamps [0:03:07] Origins: Hungarian Jewish Childhood [0:04:40] Early Crimes: Theft and Deception [0:07:54] Religious Transformations: Conversions and Missionaries [0:11:00] Political Ambitions: Brief Parliamentary Career [0:18:23] Wartime Intrigue: Espionage and Escapes [0:28:00] Political Extremism: Far-Right Conspiracies [0:35:00] Global Wanderings: International Adventures [0:41:30] Spiritual Journey: Becoming a Buddhist Monk [0:45:00] World War Machinations: Nazi and Japanese Connections [0:48:44] Final Act: Decline in Shanghai

PHOTOGRAPHER MONK. Nicholas Vreeland, also known as Rato Khensur Thubten Lhundup, is a Tibetan Buddhist monk and the former abbot of Rato Dratsang, an important 14th-century Tibetan Buddhist monastery reestablished in India. The first and only Westerner the Dalai Lama has appointed Abbot of a Tibetan Buddhist monastery, he is a photographer who learned his craft as an assistant to Irving Penn and Richard Avedon. "Once you are a monk, you may receive a teaching from a holy being, a lama or master, on techniques by which you can cultivate concern for others and diminish self-cherishing." "The real person whom I have to remain vigilant over is myself." "The emphasis should be on being a good person."

Bright on Buddhism - Episode 127 - How do you cite sutras? Why does this matter? How do you read sutra citations?Resources: Cousins, L. S. (1982), Pali oral literature. In Denwood and Piatigorski, eds.: Buddhist Studies, ancient and modern, London: Curzon Press, pp. 1–11Davidson, Ronald M. (2003), Indian Esoteric Buddhism, New York: Indian Esoteric BuddhismColumbia University Press, ISBN 0-231-12618-2De Jong, J.W. (1993), "The Beginnings of Buddhism", The Eastern Buddhist, 26 (2): 25Gethin, Rupert (1998), Foundations of Buddhism, Oxford; New York: Oxford University PressGethin, Rupert (1992), The Buddha's Path to Awakening, Leiden: E. J. BrillGombrich, Richard F (2006), Theravada Buddhism (2nd ed.), London: RoutledgeJones, Lindsay (2005), Councils, Buddhist. In: Encyclopedia of religion, Detroit: Macmillan ReferenceManné, Joy (1990), "Categories of sutta in the Pali Nikayas" (PDF), Journal of the Pali Text Society, XV: 29–88, archived from the original (PDF) on 2014-09-01Nakamura, Hajime (1999), Indian Buddhism: A Survey with Bibliographical Notes, Delhi: Motilal BanarsidassÑāṇamoli, Bhikkhu; Warder, Anthony Kennedy (1982), Introduction to Path of Discrimination, London: Pali Text Society: Distributed by Routledge and Kegan PaulNorman, K.R. (1983), Pali Literature, Wiesbaden: Otto HarrassowitzNorman, K.R. (1996), Collected Papers, volume VI, Bristol: Pali Text SocietyNorman, K.R. (2005). Buddhist Forum Volume V: Philological Approach to Buddhism. Routledge. pp. 75–76. ISBN 978-1-135-75154-8.Pali Canon Online Database, Bodhgaya News, retrieved 2012-10-14Samuel, Geoffrey (2012), Introducing Tibetan Buddhism, New York: RoutledgeSchopen, Gregory (1997), Bones, Stones, and Buddhist Monks, Honolulu: University of Hawai'i PressWynne, Alexander (2003), How old is the Suttapiṭaka? The relative value of textual and epigraphical sources for the study of early Indian Buddhism (PDF), St John's College, archived from the original (PDF) on 2015-03-09Wynne, Alexander (2004). "The Oral Transmission of the Early Buddhist Literature". Journal of the International Association of Buddhist Studies. 27 (1): 97–128.Wynne, Alexander (2007), The origin of Buddhist meditation, New York: Routledgehttps://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbankDo you have a question about Buddhism that you'd like us to discuss? Let us know by emailing us at Bright.On.Buddhism@gmail.com.Credits:Nick Bright: Script, Cover Art, Music, Voice of Hearer, Co-HostProven Paradox: Editing, mixing and mastering, social media, Voice of Hermit, Co-Host

Steve was out past his bedtime getting down in Omaha.  (And, in this case, 'getting down' means sitting and enthusiastically tapping his foot and nodding his head.) Joel is reading Buddhist Monk stuff, while Steve is listening to a biography of Robert (R.) Crumb. Both equally transcendent and enlightening! That leads in to talk about great artists, and what is sometimes required to get there. Steve met Eric Moyer, who is running against U.S. Rep Mike Flood in Nebraska's First District.  Joel has been involved in acting work with Eric in the past, and Eric has Joel and Steve's enthusiastic endorsement!  Go to one of his town halls, he's going to do good work!  His campaign is up against big money - any help at all on the campaign is appreciated! Eric Moyer For Congress | Nebraska First Congressional District Candidate, 2026 midterm election | Nebraska, USA Finally Joel and Steve attended the No Kings rally in Lincoln yesterday, it was truly delightful to see So Many People out! Be sure to Like, Follow, Subscribe to and Review Joel and Steve wherever you listen to them! Limited Time Offer - if you email Joel and Steve at ttbbpodcast@gmail.com or DM on Bluesky you will be entered into a quarterly drawing for a now Limited Edition TTBBPodcast sticker! Winners will be notified by response email, please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery. Joel and Steve also now have a Discord server - TTBBPodcast.  There's... not a lot happening on it, but there Could be... #TootYourHooter #HiMom https://www.instagram.com/tryingtobebetterpodcast/ https://bsky.app/profile/ttbbpodcast.bsky.social https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34LGPIXvU5M https://www.instagram.com/p/DORKxezAESF/    

Watch the full podcast here! https://chinauncensored.tv/programs/podcast-307 A Buddhist group with mysterious ties to China is taking over a small Canadian province. What do people in Canada and the US need to learn before it's too late? Joining us today is Garry Clement. He's the Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer at VersaBank. He's a co-author of the new book Canada Under Siege, and he's co-starting in a new documentary, Game of Shadows.  Watch Game of Shadowshttps://optimumpublishinginternational.com/books/p/game-of-shadows-documentary-cp3ae And check out our other channel, China Uncensored: https://www.youtube.com/ChinaUncensored Our social media: X: https://www.x.com/ChinaUncensored Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChinaUncensored Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChinaUncensored #China

For many people, the word 'Meditation' has connotations of Buddhist Monks sitting on a mountainside, or the practice of having to clear your mind completely - which feels not only daunting, but impossible!Well - this just isn't true! Today, Michael and Tony explain what meditation actually is: Daydreaming with a positive attitude! Meditation is simple. It's a little bit of time out each day to be quiet, to focus on yourself and to connect with higher vibrations. The benefits you can reap from meditating are astounding and you don't need to be a spiritual guru or an expert to do it.If you would like to learn how to meditate, follow Michael's FREE step-by-step guide in: Higher Consciousness Living

This week on the podcast, your two favorite comedians discuss… —Sydney Sweeney's Jeans—Hulk Hogan—Kamala Harris00:00 Introductions07:55 Modern English09:22 Thailand vs. Cambodia11:29 The Washington Redskins13:47 Sydney Sweeney26:16 Kamala Harris32:58 Buddhist Monks35:21 Derek Huffman41:03 The EconomyHulk HoganJake's dad passed away, but so did a famous, racist, philandering wrestler. The Idiots make fun of Gawker, and how their insistence on airing a video no one wanted to see cost them everything.Also: nathan called it!When the Hulkster died, he texted Jake, “Man, Hooters is gonna be hurting now…”AND TWO DAYS LATER, THAT WAS THE NEWS!You really need to listen to us, because we're on top of things.Modern Englishnathan has done more for that band recently than anyone else. How? Tune in for the answer.Thailand vs. CambodiaDid you know they went to war?Don't worry, no one did.We only found out about it after a ceasefire was reached.The Washington Football TeamThe Commanders is absolutely, 100%, the dumbest name in all of football, and they chose it willingly.Well, Donald Trump wants their old name back…Or, at least he did for two seconds, while trying to distract people from the fact he's in the Epstein Files.Sydney SweeneySydney is probably the most shrewd businesswoman out there. Oh, you don't like my bathwater ad?Well, let's quadruple down on my looks…She's taking things to the bank.Her next 5 movies could flop, and she'll still have a better cashflow than a Nigerian Prince. (Seriously, he only needs $2,000 in order to release his $10,000,000)Both sides are shouting, because that's what both sides do. Kamala HarrisThe former VP and once nominee of the Democratic Party says “the system is broken…”YA THINK?The idiots laugh at the fact that she's not only a product of the broken system, she's part of it.—A couple weeks back, Buddhist Monks made the news for getting it on with a local lady of the evening…Turns out, they're all testing positive for meth!Man, Buddhist Monks know how to party. Derek HuffmanYou can stop the search, we found the absolute dumbest person on the planet…Derek Huffman moved his family to Russia, because the U.S. of A. was becoming too gay.Now he's on the front lines of the Ukraine invasion.Hopefully, things work out for the best of humanity. The EconomyRut-ro, turns out that a fake billionaire who bankrupted a handful of businesses might not be that smart.Before the 2024 election, over 20 Nobel Prize Winning Economists came out and said Kamala had the better plan.Now, employment is stagnating, inflation is rising, and things are on the precipice of really taking a dive.Who saw this coming, save for everyone with an IQ higher than that of a turnip?Idiots on Parade: we mock the news, so you don't have to.Tune in and get your giggle on.Find Jake at @jakeveveraFind nathan at nathantimmel.comShow your support by picking up a T-Shirt: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nathan-timmel?ref_id=31623

Today we're sharing a guided meditation from the wonderful Venerable René Feusi (Scott Snibbe's long-time teacher). Settle in, find a comfortable seat, and let René's clear, grounded guidance open the warm heart of awareness within you.Episode #199: The Warm Heart of Awareness: A Meditation with Ven. René FeusiFrom August 28 to 31, Scott Snibbe is leading an in-person meditation retreat at Vajrapani Institute. We'll explore antidotes to anxiety, fear, and loneliness—and cultivate the deeper causes of a happy mind; connected, loving relationships; and a better world. It all happens in the beautiful redwood forests of California, while enjoying delicious vegetarian meals and meeting thoughtful new friends.SIGN UP NOWSupport the show

This week on the podcast, your two favorite comedians discuss… —The Coldplay Couple—Iran—Jeffrey Epstein00:00 Introductions00:55 Coldplay08:01 Iran 14:33 Thailand 19:47 Jeffrey Epstein30:52 The Mortician40:42 Billy Joel—nathan avoided burping into the microphone. Someone give him an award.—Coldplay can sell out stadiums! Who knew??Just another testament to America's acceptance of bland entertainment. Acceptance, embracing! Anyway, Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the company's HR chief Kristin Cabot are in love! And not with their spouses. What better way to carry on an affair than to go into a public stadium with 50,000 people.(Seriously, though, how does Coldplay fill stadiums?)—A few weeks back, our Cheeto in Charge bombed Iran. Initial assessments were that we did very little to deter Iran's nuclear ambitions. Now that the intelligence agencies have had time to really study things, we find……we did very little to deter Iran's nuclear ambitions.But, hey! We stopped talking about whatever it was Trump had screwed up at the time, right?Squirrel! —Buddhist Monks showed priests how it's done! They had sex with an AGE APPROPRIATE WOMAN. (Not, you know, young boys.)As nathan says on the podcast: can we just stop pretending humans don't like sex?—It's the story we can't escape: Donald Trump covering not just his own well-documented involvement with Jeffrey Epstein, the horrific pedo.The only way Trump will fall is if it comes from within his own cult; will this be a bridge too far for them?Nothing else was.Will the harm of children finally be enough for them?Doubtful, but we'll see.—Spoiler Alert: Jake tells about ALL the crazy that happens on the HBO Documentary, The Mortician.It. Is. Insane.—No spoilers here: nathan recommends the new Billy Joel doc on HBO.Idiots on Parade: we mock the news, so you don't have to.Tune in and get your giggle on.Find Jake at @jakeveveraFind nathan at nathantimmel.comShow your support by picking up a T-Shirt: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nathan-timmel?ref_id=31623

- Hunter Brown is getting his rest and time off - TJ Watt is making $41 million - Damian Lillard signs with the Trailblazers - C.J. Gardner- Johnson is back in the news  - Bryan Braman's passing - Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are out of the all-star game - Who played better in the Open, Buddhist Monk or Biker felon? - Scottie Scheffler's letting some wind out with his shot yesterday

Steve Kang shares his profound journey from being a 'radical Buddhist' monk, to experiencing a near-death experience that led him to Christianity.He recounts his struggles with fear, pain, and the search for meaning, culminating in a harrowing suicide attempt that resulted in a vivid experience of hell. He was out of body (OBE) for 8 hours.Through the power of prayer and intercession, he was brought back to life, leading to a transformative encounter with Jesus. In Christianity, he believe that you can change fate through prayer.Steve discusses the ongoing challenges of faith, the vision of heaven he eventually received, and the hope he now shares with others.Imagine hearing an angelic choir and the voice of Jesus. In this episode, we find out what was spoken to him and how it changed his life.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Steve Kang's Journey02:14 From Buddhism to Near-Death Experience07:46 Experiencing Hell: A Life-Changing Revelation11:24 The Power of Prayer and Miraculous Recovery15:07 Transformation Through the Holy Spirit18:51 Visions of Heaven and the Call to Mission22:02 Living a Life of Purpose and Hope27:45 A Message of Hope for the Broken33:48 RTD Outro________Video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/VHFiW1FLpBIRoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/Steve Kang: https://www.allnationsjc.org/

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Gwenda, short for Gwendoline, convinced her father to let her go into the circus as long as she got an official job or "booking." She did not want to get a traditional job such as working in the postal service, as her father had dreamed she'd do.Gwenda and her mother were very very close but unfortunately her mother died way too early.In spite of her parents, Gwenda became a Catholic. She fell in love with Stephen's father who was Italian and catholic.Well he had already abandoned the Catholic church by the time they met, but she was certain she could convince this enthusiastic atheist to come back to the church.  And she was a success on both fronts. Stephen did not enjoy his experience being raised in the Catholic church and schools. As a young boy Stephen struggles with anxiety, stealing from local vendors, fights and more. Gwenda was a storyteller and that's one of manny gifts she gave to Stephen. Years later when Stephen was teaching Mindfulness lessons she came to some of his teachings.Stephen left home in order to find himself. This journey had experiences of exploring Catholicism, Marxism, drugs, Buddhism, Mindfulness, compassion and more.Years later while raising her children, Gwenda used the expression "never mind"  when Stephen would come to her hurt or upset. She was say "never mind" and offer a smile and have them move on. Stephen was looking for more than that from his mother.My guest trained as a Buddhist Monk in the Tibetan tradition for eight years. To this day he still uses and teaches his practice and he enjoys applying his practice to real life situations and can help others without them knowing it's a Buddhist technique.  I was looking for something but more importantly I was leaving behind stuff, everything," Stephen explains. Stephen asked his mother years later, why she hadn't protected him more from his father when he was younger . "She was angry at me for asking that, she was angry at herself. She thought she'd done what she could. She was protecting herself as well."After reading Stephan's first draft of his book, "The Novice, Why I Became a Buddhist Monk", Gwenda said  "Don't you think it would have been nice if we'd listened to you a little more when you were young?" Stephen got very emotional. Their relationship changed so much for the better after that. She was acknowledging that they could have done more. That was what I wanted to hear.Gwenda had a big heart. Bio:Stephen has a fascinating story that could offer a unique perspective. His journey, shaped by both his mother and his unconventional upbringing, has deeply influenced his life and work. Growing up in a challenging environment, Stephen learned lessons from his family and from overcoming obstacles, which he now shares through his coaching and mindfulness framework. His story isn't just about overcoming adversity but also about the lessons learned along the way, including how his relationship with his family, especially his mother, shaped his journey to becoming a Buddhist monk and later a TEDx speaker.I believe his experiences of both struggling with and learning from his upbringing would provide a heartfelt and insightful conversation for your listeners, touching on themes of resilience, personal growth, and how those early life lessons shaped the person he is today.BOOKS:The Novice-Why I Became a Buddhist Monk, Why I Quit & What I Learned By Stephen SchettiniIt Begins Silence-the art of mindful reflection-Al Practical Guide to Meditation based on the teachings of theHistorical Buddha By Stephen Schettini Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the.innermonk/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/stephen.schettini.3/LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/schettiniYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@theinnermonkX: Stephen SchettiniWEBSITE: THEINNERMONK.COM (https://schettini.com/) "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. 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Anxiety has long been a massive societal issue that spiked during the pandemic, and many of us are still feeling it in 2025. In this episode, renowned Buddhist monk Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche talks in detail about how he personally works with anxiety and panic and the practices he draws upon when dealing with these states.  Mingyur began doing long retreats in his teens and now teaches all over the world.  He's written the books The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness and In Love with the World: A Monk's Journey Through the Bardos of Living and Dying. He also oversees the Tergar Meditation Community, a global network of Buddhist meditation centers.   This episode was originally published in July 2022. In this episode we talk about:  Working with strong emotions using sound and the breath Deconstructing your reality to make it workable Understanding what awareness is in a Buddhist sense  How to make meditation free-range and available to you all times  The simple but also tricky advice of, “stop doing and just be”  When to take a step back or even take a break from meditation What Mingyur Rinpoche says is the true purpose of the practice. This interview was recorded in person at the TED conference in April of 2022, where both Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche and Dan Harris spoke.   Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel