Bob Thurman Podcast:
Robert A.F. Thurman
Professor Robert A.F. “Bob” Thurman’s official podcast covers diverse topics including Tibetan Buddhism, Buddhist Studies, spirituality, Tibetan Culture, Asian history, philosophy, Eastern Ideas, and His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Episodes
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Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 19min
Enlightening Democracy: Here & Now One (Part Two Coming Soon) – Ep. 334
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman discusses the importance of democracy and democratic processes to help fight the current challenges being faced globally from climate change to wars in Ukraine […]
Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 13min
A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Chandra Easton – Ep. 333
In this podcast Robert A.F. Thurman sits down to have an extended conversation with Chandra Easton author of the new book “Embodying Tara: Twenty-One Manifestations to Awaken Your Innate Wisdom”.
Nov 26, 2023 • 33min
Shambhala, Politics & Climate Change: A Thanksgiving 2023 Message – Ep. 332
In this podcast Robert A.F. Thurman discusses Shambhala, Politics & Climate Change and shares a Thanksgiving 2023 message of hope & gratitude with his listeners.
Nov 8, 2023 • 53min
A Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with David H. Rosmarin – Ep. 331
David H. Rosmarin PhD is the author of Thriving with Anxiety: 9 Tools to Make Your Anxiety Work for You (Harper Collins). He is an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, a […]
Nov 4, 2023 • 48min
On the 14th Amendment – Ep. 330
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman discusses the 14th Amendment of the Constitution of the United States as a way for dealing with the political chaos now being created in […]
Jul 22, 2023 • 41min
The First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma – Ep. 329
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the first turning of the wheel of Dharma on Cho-khor Duchen, the day of the Tibetan calendar celebrating the historical Buddha’s first teachings after […]
Jul 6, 2023 • 22min
An Invitation to the Vajrayoga Yamantaka Intensive – Ep. 328
A special personal invitation to the upcoming online & in-person initiation and retreat, “Vajrayoga Yamantaka Intensive with His Eminence the 11th Lelung Rinpoche“, from Robert A.F. Thurman. This podcast includes […]
Jul 3, 2023 • 47min
Mandala Side Chat – Ep. 327
Discover the intriguing dialogue on Mahayana Tantra and Sikh Warriorship, weaving together spirituality and ethics. Dive into discussions on legitimate self-defense and the moral implications of national defense, with examples from Ukraine. Bob connects historical triumphs to current geopolitical struggles, advocating for a humane approach to conflict. Explore insights into nuclear energy’s role in environmentalism, and reflect on Gandhi’s philosophies of nonviolence. Join in a vision for a cooperative future, underscoring compassion over conquest.
Jun 26, 2023 • 31min
Summer Updates – Ep. 326
In this episode Robert Thurman celebrates summer solstice by sharing updates about his latest book, “Wisdom Is Bliss: Four Friendly Fun Facts That Can Change Your Life”, Tibet’s Fourteenth Dalai […]
Apr 20, 2023 • 20min
H.H. Dalai Lama: Archetype of Radical Innocence – Ep. 325
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the recent viral video of the Fourteenth Dalai Lama of Tibet with a young boy addressing the context and background behind the edited attack […]
