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.
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Aug 3, 2019 • 0sec
Birth, Rebirth and Reincarnation Wishes – Ep. 211
In this special birthday episode Professor Thurman discusses his personal wishes for his 78th birthday and upcoming attendance at the Climate Reality Project training with Al Gore and his close […]
Jul 29, 2019 • 0sec
Right Livelihood: Buddha in the Workplace – Ep. 210
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman explores the third branch of the eight-fold path of Buddhism of “Right Livelihood” illustrating the skillful art of navigating personal, romantic and workplace relationships […]
Jul 22, 2019 • 0sec
Why Buddhism Matters: Past, Present and Future – Ep. 209
In this podcast Robert A.F. Thurman addresses why the ancient teachings of Buddha and the yogic inner scientists of India and Tibet still find a central role in the hearts, […]
Jul 18, 2019 • 0sec
Buddhism is Political: Climate Crisis – Podcast Bonus
A special message from Professor Thurman on the historical role of active political engagement in Buddha’s life and how Buddhism is political and always has been. Continuing his call to […]
Jul 12, 2019 • 0sec
Climate Change : Mother Earth in Crisis – Podcast Bonus
In this extended podcast bonus Professor Thurman discusses the current global political crisis facing all citizens as the effects of climate change are becoming more and more pronounced in their […]
Jul 5, 2019 • 0sec
American Independence Day : Dream Team 2020 – Podcast Bonus
A special American Independence Day teaching on the connections between Buddhism and Democracy and a call to action for a Democratic Party Dream Team by Robert A.F. Thurman. American Independence […]
Jul 3, 2019 • 0sec
Buddha’s Advice on Love and Marriage – Ep. 208
In this two part podcast, Professor Thurman discusses the Buddha’s advice on love and marriage and the Buddhist perspective on love, generosity and compassionate relationships. Defining love in Sanskrit, Pali […]
Jun 29, 2019 • 0sec
Buddha & The Yogis : 2017 – Podcast Bonus RAFT Archives
The Buddha & the Yogis all levels intensive series brings together three contemporary Buddhist and yogic masters to actively explore, intellectually and experientially, the profound texts and practices from the […]
Jun 23, 2019 • 0sec
Flow States: Buddhism and Psychotherapy – Ep. 207
In this two part podcast, Professor Thurman and Dr. Mark Epstein discuss the Buddhist and Western perspective on the value of meditation and how understanding altered states of consciousness like […]
Jun 17, 2019 • 0sec
Celebrating Shakyamuni : Saka Dawa 2019 – Podcast Bonus
In this message celebrating the full moon day of celebration of the birth, enlightenment and passing of the historical Buddha, Professor Thurman gives an extended teaching on how Saka Dawa […]
