Finding Peace: A Buddhist Monk's Journey

Japan is an island nation in East Asia known for its rich traditions and modern technology. For centuries, Japan developed unique customs such as samurai culture, tea ceremonies, and beautiful temples. Today, it is also famous for innovation, cities like Tokyo, and popular arts l ...  Show more

Every year, millions of animals travel incredible distances in a journey called migration. Birds fly thousands of miles, whales cross oceans, and butterflies travel across continents to find food, warmth, or safe places to raise their young. Scientists study migration to understa ...  Show more

The Buddha was born to a royal family... and it shocked him when he found out that no amount of money or power could keep suffering and loss at bay forever. The quest to accept that life brings us pain was key to the development of Buddhism as a major religion.Dr Laurie Santos is ...  Show more

What is Buddhism? How could it help your daily life? Is it a religion? And what does the statue we always see really represent? Jack Kornfield, one of the leading Buddhist teachers in America, introduces the basic principles behind Buddhism, discusses the steps involved in mindfu ...  Show more

Robert Thurman is the leading American expert on Tibetan Buddhism and he has recently written a book called Man of Peace: The Illustrated Life Story of the Dali Lama of Tibet. Whether you embrace the teachings of Buddhism or not, this episode will educate you on powerful approach ...  Show more

In this episode, we continue exploring the rich spiritual tradition of Buddhism through one of its most profound and important schools - Chan/Zen. We dive into the history and development of the school, as well as its characteristic teachings about meditation, koans, liberatio ...