Best Neil Webster Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 14 - Meet Your SURPA 32:39

21d ago32:39

32:39

As we gear up for TMU’s School of Urban and Regional Planning Alumni Association 2024 Spring Reception, we decided to take you behind the scenes and chat with the dedicated volunteers driving the engine of SURPA. Host Neil Loewen interviews SURPA members Nicholas Klymciw, Danielle Culp, Chris Drew, Alexander Hardy, Kevin Nunn, and Julia Bevacqua.…

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Episode 13 - Emma Abramowicz and Geoff Schwartz 27:55

2M ago27:55

27:55

It was Valentine's Day when we sat down withthree "planning power couples" to talk about that most romantic of topics: city-building. Part 3 of 3 features Emma Abramowicz of ERA Architects andGeoff Schwartz of Altus Group in a chat with host Neil Loewen.

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Episode 12 - Krishtian-Tyler Rampersaud and Humna Khurshid 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

It was Valentine's Day when we sat down with three "planning power couples" to talk about that most romantic of topics: city-building. Part 2 of 3 features Krishtian-Tyler Rampersaud of Weston Consulting andHumna Khurshid of Metrolinx in a chat with host Neil Loewen.

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Episode 11 - Stephanie Kwast & David Riley 23:52

2M ago23:52

23:52

It was Valentine's Day when we sat down with three "planning power couples" to talk about that most romantic of topics: city-building. Part 1 of 3 features Stephanie Kwast of Bousfields and David Riley of SGL in a chat with host Neil Loewen.

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Episode 8 - Chris Drew 55:32

5M ago55:32

55:32

Chris Drew is a planner with Kagan Shastri DeMelo Winer Park LLP, graduate of TMU SURP in the Class of '09, and the longest-serving active member of the alumni association! Hear him talk transit and city-building with Plannerama's new host: Neil Loewen.

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Episode 10 - Alexandria Ellington & Kevin Nunn 45:42

6M ago45:42

45:42

Hear what Alexandria Ellington (BURPl '19) and Kevin Nunn (BURPl '15), the two sitting co-chairs of SURPA, think about cities, what's so important about alumni networking, and how to show off Toronto to a newbie. Happy listening and happy planning!

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Episode 9 - Keira Webster 51:47

9M ago51:47

51:47

Today's episode is with Keira Webster (M.Pl. '17) and we're talking future-ready and climate-prepared cities! Keira shares about her experience advising EU cities on climate change, on advancing smart cities in North America, and how travelling the world is different when you're an urban planner. Shameless plug: Once you've given this a listen, we'…

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Interview with Jamie Catto 48:42

1y ago48:42

48:42

In this episode, Neil catches up with Jamie Catto, the director of Becoming Nobody, about the life of Ram Dass. They spend quite a long time discussing money (it is relevant), before moving on to whether or not it's actual important to try to become nobody. They also mention his new podcast, The Gentle Village, which can be found here: https://open…

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Q&Q 2: Lifeguard Buddhas, Leery versus Wary and a Big Brew of Confusion Soup 46:18

1y ago46:18

46:18

WARNING! Neil is straight in with some deep non-dualism in this episode, so buckle up and put your tray to the upright position. This week, Neil has a 2nd swing at some of your questions. He did his best. Thanks for listening to The Dribbling Buddhist. If you enjoyed the show, please rate, review and subscribe. And if you’d like to get in touch wit…

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Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind, Dribbler's Mind, Part 2: Working The Muscle Of Nothingness 39:43

1y ago39:43

39:43

This episode, Neil concludes his clumsy summary of the seminal Zen Buddhist book, Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind by Shunryu Suzuki. Neil also mentions this Ram Dash Here And Now podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ram-dass-here-and-now/id518366323?i=1000611909994 And this link to a free introduction to Qi Gong by Mimi Kuo-Deemer (you …

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Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind, Dribbler's Mind Part 1: How To Get Rocket Abs In A Year 47:09

1y ago47:09

47:09

Welcome! In this episode, Neil summarises the first half of Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind by Shunryu Suzuki, in a way that will make you want to read the book yourself. If only to remove the fog of Neil's interpretation. Thanks for listening to The Dribbling Buddhist. If you enjoyed the show, please rate, review and subscribe. And if you’d like to get …

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Dribbler & Son, Part 2: If There's One Thing You Can Say About Jed, He's Not Allowed To Not Have Fun. 36:55

1y ago36:55

36:55

This is the second part of a conversation between Neil and his son Jed, about what it's like to live with someone who spends most of his spare time banging on about awareness and enlightenment. Enjoy! Thanks for listening to The Dribbling Buddhist. If you enjoyed the show, please rate, review and subscribe. And if you’d like to get in touch with an…

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Bunkum / Womble's Theory Of Something Neil Doesn't Fully Understand But It Turns Out He Isn't Meant To: A Summary Of A Rupert Spira Podcast 43:46

1y ago43:46

43:46

In this episode, Neil attempts to summarise a Rupert Spira podcast about Non-Duality, Evolution Game Theory and why space and time are doomed. Good luck everyone. Thanks for listening to The Dribbling Buddhist. If you enjoyed the show, please rate, review and subscribe. And if you’d like to get in touch with any questions, suggestions or thoughts, …

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Dribbler & Son, Part 1: Can A Pebble Hop? 49:07

1y ago49:07

49:07

This is the first part of a conversation between Neil and his son Jed, about what it's like to live with someone who spends most of his spare time banging on about awareness and enlightenment. Neil also mentioned this Rupert Spira podcast episode with Donald Hoffman: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-58-donald-hoffman/id1494564673?i=100…

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Q&Q Episode: Profanity, Family Secrets & A Jigsaw Winner 42:26

1y ago42:26

42:26

In this episode, Neil has his first clumsy swing at answering your questions. And Eckhart Tolle does a Neil Webster impression: https://youtu.be/iQV3_wGQ19U Enjoy! Thanks for listening to The Dribbling Buddhist. If you enjoyed the show, please rate, review and subscribe. And if you’d like to get in touch with any questions, suggestions or thoughts,…

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A Simple Guide To Getting Started Again From A Simple Guider 42:09

1+ y ago42:09

42:09

This episode is a whistle-stop tour of how and where to start meditating again, if you've fallen off the wagon, or never got on the wagon and fancy a trip on the wagon. Along with meditation tips and a sprint through pretty much all of the theory covered in the previous series, Neil (me, I'm writing this in the 3rd person) also suggests some free g…

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The 7 Cobbled Together Points 40:08

1+ y ago40:08

40:08

Hello and welcome to the first episode! After a break from podcasting, Neil brings you up to speed on what he's been up to in his year off. Turns out not much. Shaved his beard off, that's pretty much it. Then it's a whistle stop tour through his current meditation and 'wellness' routine, followed by a list of the 7 things he's learnt about meditat…

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Introducing The Dribbling Buddhist with Neil Webster 1:46

1+ y ago1:46

1:46

Neil Webster (co-host of the podcast 'I Can't Believe It's Not Buddha' with Lee Mack) is back with a new podcast, all about his continuing investigation into the world of enlightenment, non-duality and all things mindful. You could say he's going it alone, but Neil would argue that as we are all ultimately one entity, we're all going together. But …

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The Dribbling Buddhist Trailer 2:31

1+ y ago2:31

2:31

Welcome! Here's a little trailer to let you know about the new podcast. But you're here, so I'm guessing you've got some idea already. Have a listen, if it rings your meditation bell, give the podcast a follow, get in touch and get involved. Let's all get mindful together or die trying! (Death is not the end apparently, so no worries on that front)…

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Episode 7-Neil Loewen 16:30

2y ago16:30

16:30

Neil Loewen is Past Chair of the XPAA and Senior Associate at Urban Strategies Inc. He joins us on the podcast to talk about his time as Co-Chair of the XPAA, and shares a bit about the upcoming Spring Reception.By Ryerson Planning Alumni Association

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Introducing 'Feast is Feast' with Big Zuu... 2:21

2+ y ago2:21

2:21

You love food right - who doesn’t? Well, we’ve got a brand new podcast we think you’ll enjoy. Feast is Feast is hosted by TV Chef Big Zuu and it’s all about the celebration of food across different cultures, communities and generations. In each episode Big Zuu and his guest chat about their relationship with food and the role food has played in the…

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46. "Could you explain because I’ll make a pigs ear of it." With Michael Taft (Pt. 2) 44:20

2+ y ago44:20

44:20

Here's the second part of Neil's chat, with the endlessly patient Michael Taft. Get ready for Neil to introduce the concept of Trigger's broom into the spiritual arena and see if Michael encounters any questions he simply can't answer. If you'd like to find out more information about Michael, follow this link: https://deconstructingyourself.com/mic…

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45. "Neil You Ignorant Twit!" With Michael Taft (Pt. 1) 42:00

2+ y ago42:00

42:00

One of our favourite guests, Michael Taft, returned this week for an exquisite conversation. Neil discusses the affect that daily meditation has had on him and whether it's possible to experience a meditative state whilst asleep. If you'd like to find out more information about Michael, follow this link: https://deconstructingyourself.com/michael-w…

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44. Neil’s Guided Meditation Attempt 28:00

2+ y ago28:00

28:00

Although Neil in no way claims to be an expert, you've asked him for a guided meditation and so, here it is! Take a moment. Breathe. Allow the thoughts to come if they do and let them go away on their own. Enjoy! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! You can email Lee and Neil here: hello@icantbelieveitsnotbuddha.com…

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43. Jamie Catto 53:00

2+ y ago53:00

53:00

This week, Neil is joined by author, film-maker and musician, Jamie Catto. It's straight into the action in this episode, as they discuss desires, anxiety, enlightenment and plenty more besides! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review!By Global

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42. Rupert Spira (Pt. 2) 47:00

2+ y ago47:00

47:00

Here it is! The second part of Neil's chat with Rupert Spira. Rupert explains the love that you feel for your neighbour and the search for happiness. If you'd like to test Lee & Neil's egos, you can vote for the podcast at The National Comedy Awards 2021, here: https://www.thenationalcomedyawards.com/ Make sure you subscribe and leave a review!…

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41. Rupert Spira (Pt. 1) 52:19

2+ y ago52:19

52:19

And now for something completely different...! Join Neil as he sits down with author and teacher of non-duality, Rupert Spira. If you'd like to try out the Mooji meditation which Neil mentioned, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbZnL6mTtLA Make sure you subscribe and leave a review!By Global

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40. It’s Raining Brackets Men 1:02:00

2+ y ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Well this must be a surprise, surely? Lee & Neil return in an episode that's been a long time coming! Find out where they've both been, what they've been doing and what the future holds. If you'd like to try out the Mooji meditation which Neil mentioned, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vMEoPgg-PE Make sure you subscribe and leave …

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This Is Not An Episode 10:40

3y ago10:40

10:40

Neil makes it very clear that "this is not an episode". He insisted the (not) episode was called that and it's also the first thing he says in the (not) episode. So, are we all absolutely clear? This is NOT an episode. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! You can email Lee and Neil here: hello@icantbelieveitsnotbuddha.com…

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39. What's a Subreddit? 1:24:30

3y ago1:24:30

1:24:30

In a bumper episode before a few weeks break, Lee & Neil discuss Alan Watts, Stoicism and Subreddits (?), before it becomes all too obvious why everyone needs a break! If you'd like to read the book which Neil mentioned, it's called The Book on the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are by Alan Watts. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! You can …

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38. B & Q & A 1:00:35

3y ago1:00:35

1:00:35

Because you very kindly keep sending your emails, it's only right that Lee & Neil should read them out from time to time! Is all of this just a 'midlife crisis', what was Neil's big showbiz moment and who is Clive?? Find out! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! You can email Lee and Neil here: hello@icantbelieveitsnotbuddha.com…

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37. We'll See, Or, You Never Know 54:30

3y ago54:30

54:30

Two things you ought to know: 1) Lee's microphone broke this week and 2) Lee had far too much coffee before recording this episode. Aside from that, after Neil has been on about it for weeks, the focus is finally upon that podcast episode he told you to listen to... Ram Dass - Battle Between Mind & Heart. Let's see what happens! Make sure you subsc…

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36. Cardboard box dragons... Dragons made out of cardboard boxes 57:17

3y ago57:17

57:17

Perhaps in an attempt to further demonstrate that he has the most understanding wife in the world, Neil went away in his camper van this week, on his own, for three nights. Find out how he got on after he kept an audio diary of his experience and just imagine what the neighbouring campers must have thought! Make sure you subscribe and leave a revie…

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35. "What's the question?" With Michael Taft 1:04:15

3y ago1:04:15

1:04:15

35 episodes in and it's time for Lee & Neil's first ever guest! Join them as they chat to meditation teacher, author and podcaster Michael Taft! See if Neil can hold it together and behave himself as he speaks to his "current squeeze"! If you'd like to listen to the podcast episode that Neil mentioned, search on your chosen podcast platform for "Ra…

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34. Everything's down in The Bay Area 47:15

3y ago47:15

47:15

To say that this weeks episode didn't go to plan would be a considerable understatement, but you can always rely on Lee & Neil to come with something when there are problems in The Bay Area. There's also plenty for you to look at in the meantime, before things get back on track next week! If you'd like to watch some of Michael Taft's "Nondual Aware…

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33. I like we you more than me 44:15

3y ago44:15

44:15

Let's not mess about, because there's some BIG news this week! Find out what's been going on behind the scenes and what's coming soon! Plus, following last weeks homework, Lee & Neil discuss Alan Watts and Neil reveals how he's been getting on with the "Lumenate" app. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! You can email Lee and Neil here: hell…

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32. Digest the Egg (but I’d give the potatoes a miss) 53:00

3y ago53:00

53:00

Have you done your homework? Don't worry if you haven't, because neither has Lee. This week Neil wants to talk about "The Egg" by Andy Weir and though it might help if you've read/seen it and had time to take it in, Lee proves that this is not 100% necessary. If you'd like to watch the Alan Watts video as mentioned in this episode, just tap the lin…

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31. Join me under the duvet, Nigel 50:00

3y ago50:00

50:00

If you were in doubt about how many new things Neil could be 'in to', then prepare yourself. The rest of you won't be surprised to hear that Neil has found something else that he thinks is "the best thing ever". There's also a trip into Lee's garden and a very long callback to an early episode of Not Going Out. Make sure you subscribe and leave a r…

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Razors A to Z Of Football - F 37:04

3y ago37:04

37:04

Razor, Kevin and Mark get to letter F in the 'Lee Dictionary' of Football.By 11-29 Media

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30. Stressed is the opposite of rest 53:20

3y ago53:20

53:20

Lee was not in a good way this week! His back was giving him a very hard time and a bag of frozen peas was hastily arranged to get him through the recording. Of course, he soldiered on very bravely, but not without mentioning it every few minutes. Amongst the moans and groans, you can expect mention of Russell Brand, Michael Taft and yet more chat …

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Razors A to Z Of Football - E 32:17

3y ago32:17

32:17

Neil 'Razor' Ruddock, Mark Webster and Kevin Day get to letter E in the Lee Dictionary. They discuss Razor's England career, Rio's diet and the pre-season weigh-in.By 11-29 Media

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29. I’m so sorry, Anna 53:50

3y ago53:50

53:50

It seems that Lee's opinion of "advanced meditation" has really shifted and it's all thanks to Michael Taft! You'll also find out about Lee's remarkable childhood job and also, why Neil is having to apologise to his wife so much. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! You can email Lee and Neil here: hello@icantbelieveitsnotbuddha.com…

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Razors A to Z Of Football - D 31:40

3y ago31:40

31:40

Neil Razor Ruddock, Kevin Day and Mark Webster open up the Lee Dictionary of football on the letter D.By 11-29 Media

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28. The Age of Aquarius and s*** like that 1:06:04

3y ago1:06:04

1:06:04

It's all about 'proliferation' this week. It's time to transcend our original impulses and move on to a new "age", just like the title suggests. There's also a fair amount of evidence this week that Lee has caught Neil's style of story telling and that could make things very long and drawn out for all of us! Make sure you subscribe and leave a revi…

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Razors A to Z Of Football - C 32:47

3y ago32:47

32:47

Neil 'Razor' Ruddock, Mark Webster and Kevin Day look up the letter C in the Lee Dictionary. Topics covered include coaching badges, cheating and celebrity.By 11-29 Media

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27. Non-duality for rat fans 46:03

3y ago46:03

46:03

Had any of you decided that the podcast was desperately missing a catchphrase, you needn't worry any more... As long as it wasn't important to you whether or not it should be an original catchphrase! This week, Lee & Neil discuss a series of "Nondual Awareness Meditation Videos" by a chap called Michael Taft. If you'd like to see them for yourself,…

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Razors A to Z Of Football - B 35:51

3y ago35:51

35:51

Neil 'Razor' Ruddock, Mark Webster and Kevin Day go through the letter B in the Lee Dictionary. Including Razor's take on David Luis and why he wasn't allowed to be in the same squad as Trevor Sinclair.By 11-29 Media

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26. Lee and Neil briefly attempt to be in the now, then give up to impart some half-arsed wisdom 1:05:15

3+ y ago1:05:15

1:05:15

Have you actually tried to be exclusively 'in the now'? It's really hard, and Lee is very keen to point that out to Neil. Once that's done, as the title suggests, they've got some more emails and questions to answer, and who better to answer your philosophical questions than two blokes who just decided to start a podcast six months ago? Make sure y…

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Razors A to Z Of Football - A 32:52

3+ y ago32:52

32:52

The first episode of Razor's brand new podcast. Neil 'Razor' Ruddock, Mark Webster and Kevin Day introduce you to the Lee Dictionary and give you their entries for the letter A.By 11-29 Media

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25. 57 minutes of nothing 1:08:25

3+ y ago1:08:25

1:08:25

When this podcast began, we all agreed that it was a journey we'd be going on together, so the 25th episode is as good a time as any to have a quick reflection on how the practice itself is going! Lee & Neil will tell all about their meditation is going and before you press play, why not have a quick guess about who takes longer to tell the story? …

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