We have spent the past few episodes talking with black and white Americans about race. But for this episode I wanted to get the view from outside. So I called up a man on the other side of the planet who is widely recognized to be one of the world's greatest living meditation masters. Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche is the author of such books as The Joy of Living a ... Show More
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How To Stop Spinning Out With Bill Hader | Staff Picks
We’re bringing you some of our favorite gems from the archives, as chosen by our staff. This week, we’re hearing from comedian and actor Bill Hader, as chosen by our digital media manager, Hayden Broom. Hader was part of our “Non-Negotiables” series, and he told Dan, with some di ... Show More
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Jul 9
The Science Of Manifestation: Can This Stanford Neuroscientist Convince A Skeptical Dan To Give It A Shot? | Dr. James R. Doty
Six practical steps to harness the full power of your mind. Our guest today is James R. Doty, a neurosurgeon who has just written a whole book about the science of manifestation – although, as you’ll hear him admit, there’s very little ‘magic’ involved in his process. James R. Do ... Show More
1h 16m
Jul 7
Ezra Klein On: Sane News Consumption; The Power of Meditation; The Future of the Species; And the Message of His Tattoo
On maintaining sanity in insane times. Ezra Klein is an opinion columnist and host of the award-winning Ezra Klein Show podcast at The New York Times. His latest book is Abundance, co-authored with Derek Thompson. He is also the author of Why We’re Polarized, an instant New York ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 2021
Mingyur Rinpoche on Falling in Love With the World
Mingyur Rinpoche is a much-loved and accomplished Tibetan Buddhist meditation teacher. When not attending the monasteries under his care in Inda and Nepal, Rinpoche spends time each year traveling and teaching worldwide. In this episode, Mingyur Rinpoche talks about his book, In ... Show More
52m 13s
Apr 2023
Learning to show love and kindness to ourselves, by Rohan Gunatillake
Today, Rohan shares a Lovingkindness Meditation born out of a Spring walk around Oxford. In this practice, phrases are repeated that gradually move our focus from another, back to ourselves, and, finally, to larger and larger circles, encompassing the entirety of the universe. As ... Show More
15m 41s
Sep 2022
My grandfather the Aikido master, by Kino MacGregor
Growing up half-Japanese in South Florida, Kino MacGregor spends a lot of time feeling uncomfortable in her own body. But her Japanese grandfather is always there for her, and they spend joyful hours together every day, playing hide-and-seek, cooking and eating, practicing aikido ... Show More
34m 4s
Jun 2024
The Hidden Health Crisis: How It Affects All Of Us And What We Can Do About It with US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy #462
Have you ever felt lonely, even when surrounded by people? Do you struggle to forge meaningful connections in today's fast-paced, technology-driven world? If so, you're not alone. Loneliness is on the rise in many countries around the world and more people than ever before are fe ... Show More
1h 36m
Jun 2024
Infinite Abundance: The Power of Breath, Day 3: "Fullness of Life: Overcoming Worry with Abundance" meditation series
Today's meditation is on embracing abundance using a powerful breathing technique. In this session, you will learn to harness your breath to cultivate a sense of inner wealth and prosperity. By focusing on mindful breathing, you will release tension and open yourself to the flow ... Show More
20m 45s
May 2024
Root Chakra Grounding: The Samurai's Foundation, Day 5: "The Circle of 5 Rings" meditation series
Inspired by Miyamoto Musashi's "The Book of Five Rings," this meditation focuses on grounding and stabilizing your Root Chakra. Just as Musashi emphasized the importance of a solid foundation, this practice will help you connect with the Earth element, fostering a sense of stabil ... Show More
33m 31s