
Everyday Zen Podcast
Dharma Talks from the Everyday Zen Foundation
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Jul 20, 2025 • 22min
On Being a Priest – Kannon Do Zen Center- 7/19/2025
Norman give a dharma talkon “Being a Priest” to Kannon Do Zen Center July 19, 2025.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 23min
Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series – Talk 6 – No Trace – Steve Gross
Steve Gross gives the sixth talk of the Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series on “No Trace.” This series of talks is given by senior Everyday Zen teachers on the chapter of their choice from Suzuki Roshi’s book “Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 19min
Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series – Talk 5 – Control – Alan Block
Alan Block gives the fifth talk of the Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series on “Control.” This series of talks is given by senior Everyday Zen teachers on the chapter of their choice from Suzuki Roshi’s book “Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind.
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Jul 13, 2025 • 57min
En Mei Jukku Kannongyo – All Day Sitting – July 2025
Explore the duality of joy and sadness through personal stories and connections. Discover how chanting offers new life to aging Zen practitioners, transforming spiritual practice. Reflect on gratitude and the gift of interconnectedness amidst life's challenges. Dive into a poignant Zen tale of love and loss, revealing our ties to those we've lost. The speaker also encourages open dialogue, fostering community strength and inclusivity during the gathering.

Jul 11, 2025 • 24min
Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series – Talk 4 – Beyond Experience – John Murray
John Murray gives the fourth talk of the Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series on “Beyond Experience.” This series is part of five class talks given by senior Everyday Zen teachers on the chapter of their choice from Suzuki Roshi’s book “Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 19min
Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series – Talk 3 – Experience Not Philosophy – Christopher Dumbleton
Christopher Dumbleton gives the third talk of the Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series on “Experience Not Philosophy.” This series is part of five class talks given by senior Everyday Zen teachers on the chapter of their choice from Suzuki Roshi’s book “Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind.
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Jul 6, 2025 • 29min
Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series – Talk 2 – Study Yourself – James Flaherty
James Flaherty gives the second talk of the Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series on “Study Yourself” This series is part of five class talks given by senior Everyday Zen teachers on the chapter of their choice from Suzuki Roshi’s book “Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind.
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Jul 6, 2025 • 18min
Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series – Talk 1 – Prologue: Beginner’s Mind – Judith Gilbert
Judith Gilbert gives the first talk of the Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind 2025 Series on “Prologue: Beginner’s Mind.” This series is part of five class talks given by senior Everyday Zen teachers on the chapter of their choice from Suzuki Roshi’s book “Zen Mind Beginner’s Mind.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 50min
En Mei Jukku Kannongyo – Samish Island Sesshin 2025 – Talk 3 – 6/17/25
Norman gives his third and last talk to the Samish Island 2025 Sesshin on the chant “En Mei Jukku Kannongyo.
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Jun 16, 2025 • 57min
Opening the Hand of Thought – Talk 2 – Samish Island Sesshin 2025 – 6/16/25
Norman gives a talk on “Opening the Hand of Thought” to the Samish Island 2025 Sesshin.
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