Tips. Travellers’ tales. Perspective. Gossip. Experience. Stories. Wonder. Putting a bit of flesh on the bones of Vajrayana (Tibetan style) Buddhist practice in today’s society. You are curious about Tibetan Buddhism? But how, and where, and when, and all that? Is the water safe? Or have you taken the plunge, but want to plug into it better? Come - let’s enjoy a bowl of dharma momos in the Double Dorje. Chilli with yours? Special emphasis on Nyingma, Kagyu and on non-monastic practice. #Budd ...
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Past Dharma talks given at the Rime Buddhist Center.
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Dedicated to liberation in all its forms, Deconstructing Yourself is passionate about fearlessly investigating, attempting, and questioning all things to do with awakening, meditation, mindfulness, brain hacking, consciousness, neurofeedback, and more. Your host Michael W. Taft interviews some of the most interesting thinkers, authors, and teachers around, as well as other offerings. In this hard-hitting, radical, and fun podcast we look at secular post-, non-, un- Buddhism, Vajrayana, nondu ...
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Evolving Dharma in the Age of the Network
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Traktung Rinpoche blends a unique mix of unborn wisdom mind, detailed experiential knowledge of the Tantric path, pure lineage tradition and a general love of spiritual and philosophical systems. Content includes live recordings, music, video and animation. More: Flaming Jewel Dharma Center
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The Lion-Faced Guru Podcast - Pragmatic Explorations of Nondual Tantra, Vajrayana & Dzogchen
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The Lion-Faced Guru Podcast is all about the exploration of pragmatic and effective Yogic practice that leads to Full Enlightenment i.e. Buddhahood.
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This is BodhiHeart, a podcast with in depth teachings on meditation and Tibetan Buddhism with Khenpo Sherab Sangpo. Our teacher, Khenpo Sherab Sangpo, is a monk and professor in the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. He trained with some of the greatest meditation masters of Tibet, starting when he was seven years old. In addition to mastering many profound teachings of the Buddhist path, he spent several years meditating in solitary retreat. He travels the world teaching at monasteries in ...
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https://www.parallax-media.eu/ Heterodox magazine for philosophy, spirituality and psychology
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Saraswati Bhawan is a non-profit Buddhist organization founded by Acharya Dawa Chhodak Rinpoche and Khandro Kunzang. We offer an ongoing selection of archival audio teachings by the late Lama Dawa Rinpoche, as well as regular podcasts by Khandro Kunzang.
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SPIRIT BOX A podcast exploring folklore, esoterica and the mysteries of spirit world. From the secrets of the Jinn to the whisperings of demons and everything in between.
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The Buddhism for Beginners Podcast is brought to you by Kunzang Palyul Choling (KPC). KPC was founded by Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo Rinpoche to uphold the Palyul lineage within the Nyingma tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism. KPC is a hub of compassionate activity with a mission to inspire people to improve the world and end suffering for the benefit of all beings. The Buddhism for Beginners podcast draws from a wealth of teachings by Jetsunma and other great masters from around the world. Gain ...
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Satsang discussing all aspects of yoga, the vedas, tantra and tantric philosophy. Storytelling from hindu and buddhist mythology, and musings on spiritual living and speculation on the mysterious nature of the universe. Occasional guided meditations, advice on pranayama and asana practice.
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Recent dharma talks from Lama Tashi Dundup. Lama Tashi Dundup was born in Tibet in 1952. From 1970 to 1988 he stayed at Rumtek Monastery in Sikkim, India, seat of His Holiness Karmapa, and received teachings on the major texts from Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche, Thrangu Rinpoche, Sal-je Rinpoche, and Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche. He also studied ritual music and procedures, such as the making of tormas, the construction of mandalas, and the building of stupas. He completed a three-year retrea ...
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Recent dharma talks from Lama Dawa. Lama Dawa was born in 1969 in Tsum. His father was Dundrup Chima and mother named Yongzom.He had a strong desire to become a monk from an early age. At the age of 13, he entered Thrangu Tashi Choling Monastery and learned all Buddhist rituals. During that time, he received full ordination (gelong) from Thrangu Rinpoche. In 1986, he joined the Namo Buddha Monastic College and completed the five-year program and the Ngondro practice. Upon completing shedra s ...
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Recent dharma talks from Rinpoches, Khenpos and Lamas.
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Meditation & mindfulness from a non-religious, non-sectarian perspective. Dr. Jay's goal is to help you be happier and more peaceful. He teaches in a secular style intended for those of all beliefs and backgrounds. Dr. Jay has been practicing Dzogchen & Vajrayana Buddhism for over 25 years. We are being heard in 91 countries and territories, 941 cities, and thousands of downloads. ****for a more traditional Buddhist teaching source we recommend this website: https://www.thebuddhapath.org *** ...
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The Mystical Positivist, with hosts Stuart Goodnick and Dr. Robert Schmidt, is dedicated to the application of reason in the pursuit of spiritual practice and development. It consists of commentary, book reviews, interviews, and discussion in and around the local and larger spiritual community. The thesis of the show is that rationality is in no way the antithesis of deep mystical experience, in fact, we assert that it is a necessary ally.
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FEATURED AS "NEW & NOTEWORTHY" BY APPLE 2013-2014 *** Urban Dharma NC is a new Buddhist center, a community-in-progress in western North Carolina. We are committed to the growing of Dharma, for Dharma to take roots in our lives here in this corner of the world, in this part of North Carolina, on the soil of these Appalachian mountains. Our motto "Changing Minds, Transforming Cities" expresses the vision of living the transformative teachings of the Buddha in a contemporary, urban context whe ...
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The Somatic Primer Podcast promotes a cross discipline of somatic dialogues that strive to discover the common threads that run through them all. The Somatic Primer Podcast hosts interdisciplinary conversations from experts in their fields and sharing those ideas within the larger somatic community.
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The Guru Viking Podcast specializes in in-depth interviews with remarkable figures in the world of meditation, spirituality, and self development. Steve travels internationally teaching somatic practices and meditation, and leads explorations in contemplative, mystic, & relational realms.
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David Vago, PhD and Lisa Dale Miller, LMFT, LPCC, SEP tackle the traditional Buddhist concept of "enlightenment" from their modern clinical points of view in a stimulating and fun discussion. Part 2 focuses on S-ART, David's neurobiological framework for describing the positive effects of meditation on self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-transcendence; Theravada, Mahāyāna and Vajrayāna notions of awakening and not-self; secular mental training; different interventions for different psy ...
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David Vago, PhD and Lisa Dale Miller, LMFT, LPCC, SEP tackle the traditional Buddhist concept of "enlightenment" from their modern clinical points of view in a stimulating and fun discussion. Part 2 focuses on S-ART, David's neurobiological framework for describing the positive effects of meditation on self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-transcendence; Theravada, Mahāyāna and Vajrayāna notions of awakening and not-self; secular mental training; different interventions for different psy ...
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This is the only podcast we know of devoted to the teaching of meditation. We interview teachers and others about the process of teaching, how they became teachers, their thoughts on who should and shouldn't teach, tips for new and veteran teachers, and more. While teachers and prospective teachers of meditation will of course find lots to learn here, this is also a great resource for anyone who wants to peer behind the curtain of being a meditation teacher. You can learn more about your hos ...
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Tibetan Buddhist practice refers a lot to beings on "the other side" who might help or hinder. Do we have to believe in them in order to practice? Gyalpo Losar Approximate script can be found at this blog Words you might like to look up: Machik Labdron Machik Labdron’s Complete Explanation (book) Chöd Milarepa Mount Kailas Sadhana Stupa Terton Kāśy…
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Ep263: My Demon Exorcism - Mattias Daly 3
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In this episode I am once again joined by Mattias Daly, Taoist practitioner and translator of ‘Taoist Inner Alchemy’, published by Shambala.Mattias tells the story of his affliction by a malevolent entity, a demon attached to his ancestral line for generations. Mattias details the progression of his symptoms and his terror as the being began to tak…
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S2 #41 / Elsa and the Astrology of the Dark Man
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Today, we welcome astrologer Elsa, who has been exploring the astrology of people who have had Dark Man experiences. A few months ago, Elsa asked the community on the Spirit Box Discord for volunteers to have their astrological charts analyzed to see if any patterns could be identified. The work surfaced some very interesting results. Elsa starts t…
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Dharma talk given by Chaplain Sergio C. Moreno-Denton, July 14, 2024. Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
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Cyndi Lee began teaching meditation 30 years ago with the blessing of her root guru, the great Tibetan master, Gelek Rinpoche. Cyndi is known for integrating yoga asana and Tibetan Buddhism. From 1998-2012, she founded and ran the renowned OM yoga Center. OM yoga Center was the first NYC studio to offer Buddhist meditation classes. Cyndi is the aut…
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In this episode, filmed on location in Boudhanath, Kathmandu, I am joined by Dorje, an American Vajrayana practitioner born in 1947.Dorje recounts his childhood in the American South, his move to San Francisco in 1968, and his involvement in the early days of the gay liberation movement. He recalls the arrival of AIDS in 1981, the traumatic deaths …
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What is "Direct Introduction" to the true nature of the mind, also known as "pointing out instructions" And why are the things said about it sometimes, well, puzzling? The syllable "A" you might like to look up: Namkhai Norbu Dzogchen Mahamudra Read Blake's Auguries of Innocence at: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43650/auguries-of-innocence…
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Host Michael Taft talks with meditation teacher and author Henry Shukman about love, original love vs. original sin, wellbeing intense enough to be called “blessedness,” seeing your original face outside of time, the four zones of love, experience as inseparable boundless space, experiencing love as the purpose of our lives, and much more. Henry Sh…
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Dharma talk given by Daniel Scharpenburg, June 30, 2024. Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
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Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, June 23, 2024. Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
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Ep261: Original Love - Henry Shukman
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In this episode I am once again joined by Henry Shukman, award-winning poet, Zen teacher, and author of ‘One Blade of Grass; a Zen memoir’ and the new book ‘Original Love’. Henry discusses the surprising writing process of ‘Original Love’, the importance of love in spiritual practice, and how to release the heart.Henry describes the 4 major areas o…
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About THE MOST FAMOUS of Tibetan Buddhist mantras - what it is, reciting it and singing it - with tunes! Mani walls near Everest There is an approximate script with errors and variations at https://lunidharma.blogspot.com/2024/06/manis-and-manis-and_01125899265.html Words you might want to look up: Vajrayana Guru Rinpoche Tara Chenrezi Avalokiteshv…
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Will Johnson: Breathing Through the Whole Body
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My guest this week is Embodiment teacher Will Johnson. Will Johnson has been a Buddhist practitioner and Rolfer for more than forty years. He and his wife live in Costa Rica, where they have created the Hollow Bamboo Retreat Center. Will has written several books including Breathing Through the Whole Body: The Buddha’s Instructions on Integrating M…
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Tom Amarque and Andrew Sweeny dig into the philosophy of Italian philosopher Giorgio Agamben. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/podcast-c709ee4/message
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Ep260: Boudhanath Kora with Lama Glenn Mullin
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During a recent trip to Nepal, I met with frequent podcast guest Lama Glenn Mullin, spiritual teacher, Tibetologist, and author of over 30 books on Buddhism. Glenn was in Kathmandu to lead a group of over fifty pilgrims into tantric retreat in the nearby mountains and graciously agreed to film with me at various sacred sites before and after their …
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Ato Rinpoche - you will be missed. And what about your two eyes?
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Some memories of Ato Rinpoche who "rested his intent" recently, and what he spoke of as his "two eyes". Ato Rinpoche Approximate script with errors at https://lunidharma.blogspot.com/2024/05/ato-rinpoche-will-be-missed-plus-his.html Things you might want to search for: tulku Jeykundo Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Karmapa Akong Rinpoche Samye Ling Chime R…
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Host Michael Taft speaks with meditation coach Peter McEwen about the traditional Tibetan Buddhist practice of tummo, deity yoga, the subtle body, ways that tummo practice can go wrong, bliss and semen retention, existential terror and staying with disturbing experience, and much more. Peter McEwen is a meditation coach and the founder of The Field…
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Ep259: Questioning Enlightenment - Dr Justin Sledge 2
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In this episode I am once again joined by Dr James Justin Sledge, a professor of philosophy and religion specialising in the Western Esoteric tradition and founder of the popular Esoterica Youtube channel.Dr Sledge begins by explaining his position on enlightenment, why he’s not interested in becoming enlightened but still finds the concept interes…
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O.G. Rose with Cadell Last - Capitalism and Belonging and Belonging
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BELONGING AGAIN: SUNDAYSJULY 7/14/21/28; AUGUST 4 2024Sign up here:https://www.parallax-media.com/courses/belonging-again-an-address-with-og-roseA conversation with Daniel Gardner and Cadell Last about O.G. Rose’s new course coming up at Parallax this July and the notion of Belonging Again. What should belong to after all of our ‘givens’ are uproot…
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What is a double dorje when it is a ritual instrument - a "diamond sceptre". And what is the Double Dorje when it is (or rather was) a restaurant in Kathmandu close to the Great Stupa. Terms you might like to search for: dorje or vajra Indra Amoghasiddhi Approximate script with errors at https://lunidharma.blogspot.com/2024/06/the-double-dorje-itse…
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James Nestor is an author and journalist His book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, was an international bestseller. James is currently hosting breathing workshops and he is working on a new book. To find out more about James please visit https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/ Thank you to all the listeners who are supporting the show. If you would l…
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Ep258: Demonology of Tibet - Dr Ben Joffe
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In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Ben Joffe, anthropologist and scholar practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism. Dr Joffe begins an interview series on demonology with a discussion about the spirit ontology of Tibet and the Himalayas. Dr Joffe explores the pre-Buddhist frameworks of relating to spirits and considers the degrees to which the a…
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In Tibetan Buddhism, "the Lama" is a many-sided word. It means much more than just a person, even a person sitting on a high throne. This episode looks at some sides of what "Lama" means. Figurine of Guru Rinpoche Words you might like to search for: Vajrasattva Lamaism Dalai Lama Kham Refuge tree Nyingma Sakya Kagyu Gelug Guru Rinpoche Padma Sambha…
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In this episode of Buddhist Geeks, Vince Fakhoury Horn shares his experience of working with the meditation startup Jhourney, and raises concerns about their insufficient training and appropriation of Buddhist meditation practices, advocating for a more responsible and deeply informed approach to secularizing Jhāna meditation. Episode Links: 📝 The …
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Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, June 9, 2024. Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
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Ep257: Let Meditation Be Your Medicine - Dr Nida Chenagtsang
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In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Nida Chenagtsang, Buddhist teacher, doctor of Tibetan Medicine, and author of ‘Let Meditation Be Your Medicine: The Timeless Healing Wisdom of Tibet’.Dr Nida discusses his latest book, the practicality of the Yuthok Nyingthik meditation system, and why it is important to choose a meditation style that …
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The Parallax View #132: Lost in Translation
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Did anybody 'really' read Hegel?Do we 'really' know what the ancient Egyptians meant with 'Osiris'?Is Andrew 'really' a moose?Homepage: https://www.parallax-media.com/Academy: https://www.parallax-media.com/2024-courses-and-eventsSubstack: https://parallax.substack.com/ Parallax Network: https://parallax-media-network.mn.co/share/ND8NVO1oMB3RjEyi?u…
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A ngagpa is a heavy-duty kind of non-monastic practitioner of the path of mantra in Tibetan Buddhism. This tradition is also entering modern, "western", societies. What does this entail? My teacher, Ngagpa Karma Lhundup Rinpoche and friend Approximate script at https://lunidharma.blogspot.com/2024/05/ngagpas-who-are-they.html. The following terms a…
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The Joy of Movies with Robert Gray - Summer of Imagination course Starts June 15
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A conversation about movies, and about our upcoming course: PARALLAX MOVIE CLUB ‘24: SUMMER OF IMAGINATION For more information or to sign up: https://www.parallax-media.com/courses/course-parallax-movie-club-24-summer-of-imagination-wf6cd About the course: Art and film expand our horizons, transport us out of our mundane, ordinary lives to places …
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Love or Die #12: A Conversation Series with Marc Gafni - The Tree of Life - Part 7 - Malkuth
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Andrew questions Marc about the famous Tree of Life and the ten Sephirot in Hebrew Kabbalah. An introduction and a radical interpretation. How can we rewrite the source code of the present epoch and create a new story? The stakes are high. It’s Love or Die!Links: Parallax Mighty Networks: https://parallax-media-network.mn.co/share/RnBBvEYInToDBG2P?…
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A Short Talk on Verses 3-13 on the Mahāyāna Sūtra Bodhisattvaprātimokṣacatuṣkanirhāra
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Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, June 2, 2024. Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
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Dharma talk given by Daniel Scharpenburg, May 26, 2024. Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
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Matteo Pistono: Breath How You Want To Feel
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In this weeks episode I had the pleasure to sit down with Matteo Pistono. Matteo Pistono is a writer, meditation teacher, and conscious breathing guide. His new book is Breathe How You Want to Feel: Your Breathing Tool Kit for Better Health. Matteo has authored numerous books including Meditation: Coming To Know Your Mind, Fearless in Tibet and In …
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Ep256: Newar Buddhism - Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya 2
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In this interview I am once again joined by Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya, a tantric priest in a centuries old Newari Buddhist family lineage and master of the religious dance tradition of Charya Nritya.Prajwal Vajracharya explores the history of Newar Buddhism, a rich form of Varjayana practiced in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. Prajwal Vajracharya re…
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