Best Trungpa Podcasts (2024)

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The Fullness of the Measure: Unfolding an Interspiritual Dharma with the Venerable Pannavati 1:10:15

21d ago1:10:15

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The Venerable Dr. Pannavati Bhikkuni is the founder of Heartwood Refuge, an intentional spiritual community in North Carolina, and abbess of Embracing Simplicity Hermitage, a 21st century trans-lineage Buddhist Order. A former Christian pastor, the Venerable Pannavati is often thought to be the only fully-ordained African-American woman in the Ther…

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106. Translating Poetry: Finding the Heart 52:43

1M ago52:43

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Did you know that translating poetry from one language to another is an art unto itself? In our latest episode of Mindful U podcast author, translator, and veteran, Bill Porter, who goes by the pen name Red Pine, takes us through the process of finding the true heart of poem that’s hidden beneath words. Hear his journey of how he began translating …

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Psychology East and West: A Retrospective on a Dialogue between Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and Ram Dass 1:32:36

2M ago1:32:36

1:32:36

In this episode, we do a retrospective on a dialogue that took place in 1974 during the first summer session of the Naropa Institute in Boulder, Colorado. The dialogue was called “Psychology East and West” and explored a number of differences in understanding and approach to the notion of ego between so-called “Western psychology” and what were the…

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New Monastics Roundtable: Teachers, Caves, and Technology with Lisa Chatham 1:00:44

3M ago1:00:44

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In this episode, we have a roundtable discussion of spiritual issues with psychotherapist, Lisa Chatham. In Part I, we talk about the complex legacies of brilliant spiritual teachers, like Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, who are associated with inappropriate behavior or scandals. In Part II, we explore the spirituality of our most distant past in Europea…

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Ep. 53 – The Four Powers of Confidence with Ethan Nichtern 1:05:06

3M ago1:05:06

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Exploring the themes in his new book, Confidence, Ethan Nichtern chats with his dad, David, about vulnerability, truth, and the state of the world. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In this episode, David and Ethan speak about: Ethan’s new…

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Re-rooting in the Worlds: Exploring Societal Healing with Grandmother Arapata 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

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Born in Aotearoa (New Zealand), Grandmother Arapata is a healer who holds the indigenous lineages of both the Maori and Samoan ancestral bloodlines. In this episode we talk about Grandmother Arapata’s upbringing with traditional teachings, the stigmas of colonization, the different challenges of indigenous peoples in the United States and New Zeala…

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105. The Vow from Hiroshima 48:57

4M ago48:57

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Mitchie Takeuchi is the writer and producer of the "The Vow From Hiroshima" a film about an atomic bomb survivor in Hiroshima who has dedicated her life to nuclear disarmament and activism. Mitchie is also a descendant of survivors of the atomic bomb and the film follows their friendship and mission to abolish nuclear weapons worldwide. On this epi…

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Ep. 52 – The Intersection of Love and Awareness with Rhonda V. Magee 1:04:42

4M ago1:04:42

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Highlighting the intersection between love and awareness, Rhonda V. Magee joins David to discuss real change in a culture of separation. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This time on the CSM podcast, David and Rhonda converse about: Rhond…

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Accessing Our Divine Nature: Exploring Hindu Tantra with Nataraja Kallio 1:13:59

5M ago1:13:59

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Nataraja Kallio is a scholar-practitioner of Yoga and Hindu tantra. He is the Chair of the B.A. Yoga Studies program at Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, and the co-designer of Naropa’s M.A. Yoga Studies program. In this episode, we discuss Kallio’s upbringing in an American Hindu spiritual community, his travels in India and meetings with hi…

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Ep. 51 – Eternalism and A.I. with Ramin Nazer 1:24:34

5M ago1:24:34

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Ramin Nazer and David Nichtern explore the individual’s place in an ever-changing and technologically-advancing world. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow This time on CSM, we hear about: Technological advancement and the collec…

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Ep. 50 – A Mindful Approach to Panic with Dan Harris 1:03:38

6M ago1:03:38

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Discussing his experience with panic attacks, Dan Harris describes the tools that have helped him move from resistance to acceptance. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, David and Dan dive into: How Dan went fro…

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104. The Essential Relationship of Mindfulness and Activism 1:00:14

9M ago1:00:14

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Reggie Hubbard is a yogi, political campaigner and activist, speaker, and meditation instructor. On this episode he speaks to working with grief and how to heal, he tells his story of how he aligned his professional and spiritual life into an integrated path of purpose, and he explains why he believes mindfulness is essential to political activism.…

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Tuning the Moment: The Spirituality of Hip-Hop and Performance with Lily Fangz 1:16:12

9M ago1:16:12

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Lily Fangz is a respected Colorado-based hip-hop artist and freestyle performer, who brings an authentic presence to the stage. Her lyrics are playful, introspective, and often spiritually-oriented. Lily is also a talented visual artist and public speaker with a background in science. In this episode, we explore the connections between public artis…

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Ep. 49 – The Mind-Body Interplay with Dr. Sarà King 1:21:05

9M ago1:21:05

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Examining the interplay between mind and body, neuroscientist Dr. Sarà King and David Nichtern talk trauma, dream-work, and the sense of self. David and Dr. Sarà traverse these topics: Dr. Sarà’s research on generational trauma and ancestral intelligence The autonomic nervous system and how trauma is stored in the body Fight, Flight, Freeze, Faint,…

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Episode 65- 2023 21:50

9M ago21:50

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In episode sixty-five of This Insecure Life Kathleen recaps the last two years of silence and talks about the potential harms of internalizing certain identities. No intro-- things were acting up so it is what it is and that's VERY 2023. Music cut from Since When by Mise DarlingGet in touch and rate, review, subscribe!insecurelifepod@gmail.comTwitt…

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103. Reexamining Imposter Syndrome and the Inner Critic 57:06

9M ago57:06

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Artist, author, and leadership development trainer, Rosi Greenberg, breaks down the concept of the inner critic and redefines imposter syndrome. Our inner critic isn’t going anywhere, but it can become an ally when we come into relationship with the wisdom that underlies it. She also examines imposter syndrome as something that is often a product o…

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102. Healing the Whole Person with Gestalt Therapy 57:41

10M ago57:41

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Hear from Harmony Kwiker on the magic that is gestalt therapy. Harmony is a visiting professor of Naropa’s master's program in Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling. She shares about how the gestalt therapy model has helped her bridge her spiritual path with a practical way to help others and provides a framework to treat patients as equals wh…

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Ep. 48 – The Relative and The Absolute with Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson 1:17:21

10M ago1:17:21

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Focusing on the relative and absolute, Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson and David Nichtern explore mindfulness, mysticism, and more. David and Jay spend this episode discussing: - Jay’s interdisciplinary background and seizing the day - Mindfulness and Jewish mysticism - Spiritual and Sensual Exploration - Relying on a joyful state of mind - The intersecti…

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101. Midlife Emergence: Free Your Inner Fire 54:39

11M ago54:39

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Our latest podcast with Jen Berlingo, MA, LPC, ATR is out today! Jen is a Naropa Alumnx of the MA Transpersonal Therapy program, a practicing coach, licensed therapist and author of her new book Midlife Emergence: Free Your Inner Fire. In this episode you’ll hear about her Naropa experience and how getting a degree in counseling served her true cal…

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Ep. 47 – We Were Made for These Times with Kaira Jewel Lingo 1:01:21

11M ago1:01:21

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Mindfulness teacher, Kaira Jewel Lingo, chats with David Nichtern about the power of spiritual community and self-assessment. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, David and Kaira discuss: The practice of sharing …

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Ep. 46 – Joining Heaven and Earth 33:02

1y ago33:02

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David Nichtern explores how mindfulness meditation is the primary tool on our journey of joining Heaven and Earth, which are our highest aspirations and our day-to-day practicalities. This episode is taken from one of David’s Dharma Moon Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training sessions. The Intro to Mindfulness and the Path of Meditation program, w…

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100. Holistic Life Foundation: Let Your Light Shine 42:35

1y ago42:35

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Ali Smith, Atman Smith, and Andres Gonzalez are inspiring examples of what it looks like to build a successful non-profit that utilizes yoga and mindfulness to empower communities. They are the founders of The Holistic Life Foundation, a Baltimore-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the wellness of underserved communities—…

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Ep. 45 – In Tune with Richard Wolf 1:18:48

1y ago1:18:48

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David is joined by Emmy Award-winning composer, author, multi-Platinum record producer and songwriter Richard Wolf for a conversation about music, mindfulness, and success. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman on Tuesday, August 22nd to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma Moon and Tibet House's renowned mindfulness meditati…

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99. Nova Han: Creating Immersive Spaces 40:23

1y ago40:23

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In this episode we’re diving into the world of creative entrepreneurship with Nova Han. Nova is the Creative Director for Electric Forest Festival, String Cheese Incident, and much much more. She discusses how she got started in the space, what her work looks to today, and how her creative vision keeps evolving. Check out this episode to hear an in…

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98. Stephanie Yuhas, PhD: Honoring the Earth: Climate, Ecology, and Ecopsychology 53:52

1y ago53:52

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In this episode we’re joined by Dr. Stephanie Yuhas, the chair of both Eco Psychology MA program and the environmental studies BA program at Naropa University. Dr. Yuhas discusses the topics of climate grief, eco anxiety, and how to mobilize and ease these states into helpful action for our planet. She also talks about the various career paths avai…

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Ep. 44 – Professional Wrestling and the Middle Way with Matt Sydal 1:04:38

1y ago1:04:38

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Matt Sydal joins David to talk about wisdom gained through imperfection, and how professional wrestling connects to the Middle Way. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this episode, Matt joins David to discuss: The variations…

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Dialogue of the Heart: Exploring Hasidism and Interreligious Engagement with Rabbi Or Rose 1:28:40

1+ y ago1:28:40

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Rabbi Or N. Rose is a scholar of Hasidism and Neo-Hasidism who is deeply involved in interreligious dialogue. He is the Director of the Miller Center for Interreligious Learning and Leadership at Hebrew College in Newton Centre, Massachusetts, and co-editor of Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi: Essential Teachings. In this episode, we explore Rabbi Ro…

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Ep. 43 – Composing Dharma with Sean Callery 1:16:13

1+ y ago1:16:13

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Emmy-winning composer Sean Callery and David discuss true fearlessness, how Trungpa Rinpoche heard music, and the symphony of impermanence. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma Moon and Tibet House's renowned mindfulness meditation teacher training: FREE ONLINE TALK In this episode, Da…

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97. DJ CAVEM: The Cross-Pollination of Art and Sustainability 56:36

1+ y ago56:36

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In this episode we’re joined by Dr. Ietef aka “DJ CAVEM”, international eco-hip hop artist, chef, organic gardener, and food justice advocate. DJ CAVEM shares about the important cross pollination of art and sustainability, and how food justice and ecological responsibility translate into equity for all. He also talks about celebrating companies th…

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Ep. 42 – Mindful Homes with Anjie Cho 1:17:06

1+ y ago1:17:06

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Author, architect, and feng shui expert, Anjie Cho, joins David Nichtern to inspire listeners to revitalize their homes and their lives through the practice of mindful design. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow Join David Nicht…

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96. Barbara Bash: Heaven, Earth and Humanity—What Calligraphy Can Teach Us About Each Moment 58:40

1+ y ago58:40

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We are happy to have Spring 2023 Lenz Distinguished Lecturer Barbara Bash join us to discuss her creative journey as a calligraphic artist. In this episode, she discusses everything from Western calligraphy's precision to Big Brushstroke calligraphy's spontaneity and what unites them. She also talks about the three primary principles of contemplati…

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New Monastics Roundtable: Silence, Change, and Work with Deepa Patel 1:21:30

1+ y ago1:21:30

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In this episode, we have a roundtable discussion of spiritual issues with our friend, Deepa Patel. In Part I, we explore the question of what it means to take a vow of silence in our world, and talk about the value and meaning of silence. In Part II, we talk about the difficulty of changing ourselves or anyone else when we are not necessarily vulne…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 07 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 37:54

1+ y ago37:54

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Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week two of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi is the founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly schedule and ret…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 06 - Shinro Sensei April 2023 38:06

1+ y ago38:06

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Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week two of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Tony Shinro Doubleday Sensei received Dharma Transmission from Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi, founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more inf…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 05 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 31:28

1+ y ago31:28

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Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week two of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi is the founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly schedule and ret…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 04 - Stephan Shigetsu Sundermeier April 2023 30:47

1+ y ago30:47

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Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Stephan Shigetsu Sundermeier is a Dharma Holder in the Lineage of Taizan Maezumi Roshi. He is the administrator of Fell End Farm Retreat Center and Keizan Roshi's personal attendant. Dr. David Keiza…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 03 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 37:54

1+ y ago37:54

37:54

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi is the founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly schedule and ret…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 02 - Suigen Sensei April 2023 40:42

1+ y ago40:42

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Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. John Suigen Kenworthy Sensei received Dharma Transmission from Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi, founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more inf…

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Talks from the Spring Sesshin 01 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 31:25

1+ y ago31:25

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Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi is the founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly schedule and ret…

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