Ācārya Malcolm Smith
Longtime practitioner, translator and teacher of Dzogchen with decades of training (including a traditional three-year retreat); author and Acharya known for works such as Buddhahood in This Life and translations of Dzogchen texts.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 49min
Tantra Meets Dzogchen with Ācārya Malcolm Smith
In this enlightening conversation, Ācārya Malcolm Smith, a seasoned Dzogchen practitioner and translator, explores profound intersections between Tantra and Dzogchen. He shares insights from his transformative three-year retreat and the philosophical nuances of direct recognition in awakening. The duo delves into concepts like emptiness, the role of Tibetan cosmologies, and the dynamic interplay of delusion and reality. Smith emphasizes the importance of understanding delusion for liberation, alongside rich discussions on Dzogchen’s unique practices and the nature of consciousness.
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Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ācārya Malcolm Smith: The Dzogchen Aural Lineage (#205)
Ēcārya Malcolm Smith, a renowned translator of Tibetan Buddhist texts and Dzogchen practitioner, dives into the fascinating roots of the Dzogchen tradition. He discusses the challenges of translating Longchenpa’s writings and the significance of oral transmission in preserving these teachings. Discover key Dzogchen concepts like 'original purity' and 'natural perfection.' Malcolm also sheds light on the impact of Chogyal Namkhai Norbu in spreading Dzogchen to the West, while exploring the nuances between awareness and the essence of rigpa.
