Bob Thurman Podcast: Buddhas Have More Fun!

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The First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma – Ep. 329
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the first turning of the wheel of Dharma on Cho-khor Duchen, the day of the Tibetan calendar celebrating the historical Buddhas first teachings after gaining
An Invitation to the Vajrayoga Yamantaka Intensive – Ep. 328
A special personal invitation to the upcoming online & in-person initiation and retreat, Vajrayoga Yamantaka Intensive with His Eminence the 11th Lelung Rinpoche, from Robert A.F. Thurman. This p
Mandala Side Chat – Ep. 327
Opening with a recommendation of the upcoming online event with Jai Dev Singh, Treasure Teachings from the Naga Dragons: Mahayana Tantra and Kundalini Yoga, this episode is a heartfelt exploration of
Summer Updates – Ep. 326
In this episode Robert Thurman celebrates summer solstice by sharing updates about his latest book, Wisdom Is Bliss: Four Friendly Fun Facts That Can Change Your Life, Tibets Fourteenth Dalai Lama, In
H.H. Dalai Lama: Archetype of Radical Innocence – Ep. 325
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the recent viral video of the Fourteenth Dalai Lama of Tibet with a young boy addressing the context and background behind the edited attack campaign.To lear
Easter Holidays, Jesus and Christianity – Ep. 324
In this celebratory episode, Robert Thurman discusses the Christian holiday Easter, giving a teaching on Jesus the Rabbi and Christianitys role in modern-day politics and everyday life in the West.
Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with Geshe Dangsong Namgyal – Ep. 323
In this episode Robert Thurman is joined by Geshe Dangsong Namgyal, author, teacher, and founder of the Kunsang Gar Wisdom program in Santa Cruz, California. Geshes primary intention is to bring t
Meeting Vimalakirti – Ep. 322
Opening this episode with a line reading of the first chapter of The Holy Teaching of Vimalakirti Sutra, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on nirvana, non-duality and the nature of enlightenment, and
Understanding Transcendence & Freedom From Absolutism – Ep. 321
Opening with a discussion of transcendence in Buddhist science and philosophy, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on selflessness, transcendent wisdom, and the key of how to develop freedom from absoluti
The Three Jewels of Buddhism in India, China & Tibet – Ep. 320
Opening with a discussion of the disappearance of Buddhism in India, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on the history of the Buddhist community and the flowering of the Buddhas teachings in Tibet.This