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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Apr 7, 2023 • 48min
Easter Holidays, Jesus and Christianity – Ep. 324
In this celebratory episode, Robert Thurman discusses the Christian holiday Easter, giving a teaching on Jesus the Rabbi and Christianity’s role in modern-day politics and everyday life in the West. […]
Mar 15, 2023 • 1h 5min
Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with Geshe Dangsong Namgyal – Ep. 323
In this episode Robert Thurman is joined by Geshe Dangsong Namgyal, author, teacher, and founder of the Kunsang Gar Wisdom program in Santa Cruz, California. “Geshe’s primary intention is […]
Feb 11, 2023 • 43min
Meeting Vimalakirti – Ep. 322
Opening this episode with a line reading of the first chapter of “The Holy Teaching of Vimalakirti Sutra,” Robert Thurman gives a teaching on nirvana, non-duality and the nature of […]
Feb 2, 2023 • 48min
Understanding Transcendence & Freedom From Absolutism – Ep. 321
Opening with a discussion of transcendence in Buddhist science and philosophy, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on selflessness, transcendent wisdom, and the key of how to develop freedom from absolutism […]
Jan 26, 2023 • 48min
The Three Jewels of Buddhism in India, China & Tibet – Ep. 320
Opening with a discussion of the disappearance of Buddhism in India, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on the history of the Buddhist community and the flowering of the Buddha’s teachings […]
Jan 18, 2023 • 45min
Tara & Women in the Buddhist Sangha – Ep. 319
Opening with a discussion of the goddess Tara, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on the differences between Buddhas and Bodhisattvas and the role and place of women in the early […]
Jan 11, 2023 • 44min
Sangha & The Wheel of Dharma: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 318
Opening with a discussion of the symbolism of the wheel of Dharma, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on the three jewels of Buddhism, focusing on the community of followers of […]
Jan 4, 2023 • 43min
Bliss, Tantra & Selflessness: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 317
Opening with a discussion of selflessness, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on the nature of Buddhist Tantra and the central roles of reason, bliss and meditation in constructing a positive […]
Dec 28, 2022 • 46min
Understanding Tantra, Zen & Vajrayana: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 316
Opening with a definition of Buddha-lands, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on Buddhist Tantra and its interrelationship with Zen, Vajrayana, and all other schools of Buddhism. “Robert Thurman’s Basic Buddhism […]
Dec 21, 2022 • 1h 30min
Vipassana & Samatha Meditation Under The Jewel Tree of Tibet – Ep. 315
Opening with an extended “Jewel Tree of Tibet” guided meditation, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on using Vipassana and transcendent intelligence to understand the role of philosophical thought in Buddhism. […]
