Doug and Jon discuss how are practice can support us, as we live through the time of poly-crisis.

Doug and Jon discussion the nature of attachment particularly in relation to those we love dearly. How do we negotiate the teachings tanha (craving and clinging) in the context of our closest relationships.

Doug and Jon have a fun and at times confusing discussion about Buddha Nature.

Doug and Jon have a lively discussion on the present moment-though it didn’t happen in the present moment. Or did it?

In this episode we discuss the practice of wise speech in the context of our divisive political moment.

Doug and Jon speak about how some Buddhist practices might be considered to involve “magical thinking”. We don’t think so, but a comment from a ilstener prompted an interesting discussion.

Guarding ourselves against acting unskillfully is key to living ethically. Doug and Jon discuss the qualities of conscience and prudence in the context of the Buddha’s teachings

What is the role of memory in mindfulness and meditation? After all, the world Sati which is translated as Mindfulness also means “remember”. What are we meant to remember?

Doug and Jon discuss the idea of secular versus religious Buddhism.

Doug and Jon discuss clinging, letting go and the teachings in the short phrase “not mine, not I, not myself”.

Doug and Jon explore Non-Dualism. . .is it part of early Buddhist practice? What is it really or is it nothing?

Doug & Jon talk about the value of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. The curriculum created by Jon Kabat-Zinn established mindfulness as a secular practice. The curriculum itself is rooted in Buddhist teachings so is it “stealth” Buddhism or a distortion of the original teachings?

Doug and Jon share their views about the Buddha’s views on views.

In this episode, Doug and Jon share their understanding and experience working with the Factors of Awakening.

In this episode, Doug and Jon consider the latest developments in AI ChatBots. Should we consider them sentient? Do they have a “self”?

In this episode, Doug and Jon continue their conversation about the recent developments in Artificial Intelligence and whether Chatbots have “director experience”- a key component in the cultivation of wisdom.

Who are the benefactors in our lives? These beings can help us connect with the boundless quality of Metta, unconditional love.

Doug and Jon discuss the importance of these beings and they impact they have on our lives.

After Jon’s surgery we return to the topic of patience a rather necessary quality when it comes to recovery.

Sometimes, it’s necessary to look at unhelpful forms of practice to recognize what’s truly skillful. In this episode, Doug and Jon look at an early sutta where the Buddha addresses some truly bizarre forms of practice and the potential karmic consequences.

Doug and Jon spend this time talking about the line between greed and desire.