Understanding Buddhism in America
15 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 12 years ago - ★★★★★ - 73 ratingsThis is a podcast explaining various Buddhist teachings and topics. It is designed for people of all religious backgrounds to understand and enjoy while maintaining the core lessons of Buddhism. It was started as a source for understanding some of the more complex and often misunderstood Buddhist teachings in a quick, easy, and entertaining way.
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Episodes
Dhammapada Squash Banana - Mary Kate & Ashley
August 27, 2012 18:59The first episode in a long series devoted to The Dhammapada, starting with Chapter 1, The Twin Verses.
Philosophy in the Park: Almighty Circuitry
August 14, 2012 17:29Mike takes his philosophical musings to Vinoy Park, Florida, this week to ask a possibly-but-probably-not important question.
Oh Dear God
August 07, 2012 21:01Mike talks about returning to the podcast, and many perspectives on the subject of God.
A New Buddha
October 18, 2011 18:08Mike begins part 1 of 3 podcasts dedicated to the epic story of Buddha.
Lord of the Pizzas
October 14, 2011 16:39Desires can be tough to understand and even tougher to manage. Today Mike talks about an easy way to understand and view cravings for what they are and how they influence our lives.
There is No Podcast
September 16, 2011 17:22Mike talks about Buddhism in movies, including The Matrix, Star Wars, Kung Fu Panda, and more. He also talks about important moments in Buddhist history.
Four Truths and Eightfold Paths Ago
August 31, 2011 22:30This episode, Mike will be talking about the Four Noble Truths in detail, explaining common misconceptions and applications to every day life.
No Problemo
August 27, 2011 16:58Dealing with the stresses of daily life can seem difficult to attempt in a spiritual way. Today's podcast is on how a simple change of heart about the very nature of our problems can help us overcome them with ease.
Enlighten Up
August 23, 2011 17:17Today's podcast is about the Buddhist concept of enlightenment. Half of the episode is devoted to explaining enlightenment, while the other half is an account of a personal first-hand experience with realization.
Buddhist Myth-Busting
August 20, 2011 23:44Mike answers some of the frequently asked questions about Buddhism in this episode. The answers will help establish a basic understanding of some Buddhist concepts and practices.
Back to the Present
August 18, 2011 16:51This episode is on the importance of staying in the present. Mike talks about how living in the past or future can cause unnecessary problems, and how exactly we can maintain our awareness of the present.
Non-Attachment
August 17, 2011 21:38Non-attachment can be a difficult concept to grasp, let alone to utilize in daily life. This episode goes over what non-attachment really means and how it can be used in relationships and situations today.