Lama Rod Owens, a renowned Buddhist teacher and author, shares his journey of self-discovery and the importance of finding the balance between struggle and growth in our lives. As he delved into the ancient wisdom of Buddhism, he realized that the love and care he cultivated for himself was the foundation for his ability to share that love with others. Lama ... Show More
Jul 24
The Tyranny of Self-Care: When Meditation Apps and Yoga Can't Fix Burnout | Pooja Lakshmin
In this episode, Dr. Pooja Lakshmin challenges the modern self-care industry and explains why meditation apps, bubble baths, and wellness routines often fail to address the real causes of burnout. She shares a more meaningful approach to well-being, one built on boundaries, self- ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 21
Choosing Love After a Lifetime of Hurt | Matthew Quick
In this episode, Matthew Quick returns to discuss his powerful new memoir, Dad, Love, Me. He explores what it means to choose love after a lifetime of hurt, reflecting on caring for a father who never fully knew how to love him. Along the way, Matthew unpacks how childhood wounds ... Show More
1h 2m
Aug 2022
Ep. 37 - Rethinking the Dharma with Lama Rod Owens
Lama Rod Owens joins David Nichtern to discuss rethinking the traditional approach to the Dharma on this episode of Creativity, Spirituality & Making a Buck.Lama Rod Owens is a Buddhist minister, author, activist, yoga instructor, queen, and author. His book, Love and Rage: The P ... Show More
1h 7m
Mar 2021
Lama Rod Owens | Love & Rage
<p>Lama Rod Owens is a Buddhist minister, author, activist, yoga instructor and authorized Lama, or Buddhist teacher, in the Kagyu School of Tibetan Buddhism and is considered one of the leaders of his generation of Buddhist teachers. He holds a Master of Divinity degree in Buddh ... Show More
1h 3m
May 2022
508: Lama Rod Owens
Lama Rod Owens, brilliant Buddhist teacher, best-selling author, and yoga instructor, joins the DTFH!You can learn more about Lama Rod and sign up for his email list at LamaRod.com. Check out his new book, Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation through Anger, wherever you buy your ... Show More
1h 17m
Jun 2025
207 - Be a Lamp Unto Yourself
In this episode of the Secular Buddhism podcast, I explore what it means to “be a lamp unto yourself.” Drawing from personal stories, including my time teaching paragliding, and Buddhist teachings on wisdom, I reflect on the journey from seeking external guidance to cultivating t ... Show More
32m 31s
Oct 2020
Radhanath Swami ON: Building Grit, Resilience & Adaptability Through Service
World-renowned spiritual leader and philanthropist Radhanath Swami joins Jay Shetty in this episode of On Purpose to share his journey to obtaining inner peace, learning from failure, achieving more adaptability and flexibility and building resilience while living a life in servi ... Show More
1h 15m
Oct 2023
Buddhist Strategies for Suffering Less and Improving Your Meditation | Lama Rod Owens
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Plus: Why Lama Rod is "no longer interested in being a good person," why we need to let go of perfectionism, and the selfish case f ... Show More
1h 12m