Pierce Salguero joins us to discuss his new co-edited volume, Meditation Sickness: A Sourcebook on the Dangers of Buddhist Practice. While modern mindfulness frames meditation purely as a wellness tool, the Buddhist tradition has long recognized its inherent psychological and physical risks. We explore multi-tradition historical texts, the anatomy of practic ... Show More
Jul 8
Metamodern Mysticism with Linda Ceriello
In this episode, host Pierce Salguero sits down with Linda C. Ceriello, a scholar of mysticism and popular culture from Kennesaw State University in Georgia. Linda is one of the foremost scholars of metamodernism, with particular focus on contemporary spirituality and mystical ex ... Show More
52m 51s
Jun 27
Aliza Einhorn, "Tarot of the Unconscious: Uncovering the Hidden Link Between Psychoanalysis and the Cards" (Weiser Books, 2026)
I spoke with author Aliza Einhorn about her new book Tarot of the Unconscious: Uncovering the Hidden Link Between Psychoanalysis and the Cards (Weiser Books, 2026) United States: Red Wheel Weiser. Aliza Einhorn is a Psychoanalyst in training at the Center for Modern Psychoanalyt ... Show More
44m 29s
Jun 2023
Simplifying Consciousness
What does it mean to awaken our spiritual consciousness, and how can we navigate this complex, personal journey? In this week’s thought-provoking episode, Gareth and Kim explore the realm of spiritual consciousness, sharing insights from their own spiritual journeys.They uncover ... Show More
37m 18s
Jun 2025
#130 Spiritual Shadows: Scott Kiloby & Toshi Matsunaga
Today on the show, we welcome Scott Kiloby and Toshi Matsunaga, authors of Awake But Sick, to explore the hidden emotional pain that can persist even after profound spiritual awakening. Their work challenges the common myths of nonduality and mindfulness, offering a deeper path t ... Show More
57m 6s
Jan 2025
197 - A Meditator’s Guide to Buddhism
In this episode of the Secular Buddhism Podcast, I sit down with Cortland Dahl, author of A Meditator’s Guide to Buddhism, to explore how Buddhist teachings and meditation can help us navigate life’s challenges with awareness, compassion, and wisdom.Cortland shares insights from ... Show More
59m 48s
Feb 2022
Ep. 140 – Navigating Change with Equanimity & Compassion
In this dharma talk from 2014, Jack Kornfield explores how we can navigate the never-ending waves of change in our lives with loving awareness, equanimity, and compassion.This Jack Kornfield talk was originally published on Dharma SeedThis podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. ... Show More
56m 25s
Jul 2023
Chapter Ten, Section Six: The Meaning of Surrender - Transforming Suffering Into Peace
<p>The Power of Now - A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment with Gilda and Barbara</p>
<p>In this episode, we cover Chapter Ten, Section Six: The Meaning of Surrender - Transforming Suffering Into Peace</p>
<p>Gilda Simonet and Barbara Wainwright have been studying Eckhart Tolle' ... Show More
21m 7s
Dec 2024
Ep.17 Spiritual explanations behind global conflicts, relationships trauma, and unexplained pain
<p>In this episode, David delves into the transformative power of personal growth as a path to collective change. Drawing from Kabbalistic teachings and timeless spiritual wisdom, he challenges listeners to prioritize inner transformation over outward activism. Through thought-pr ... Show More
17m 46s