Bob Thurman Podcast: Buddhas Have More Fun!

Bob Thurman interviews Andy Chaleff, a non-credentialed author and coach based in Indonesia, about his book Dying to Live — which explores death, grief, consciousness, and the observer-self through personal experience including the drunk-driving death of Chaleff's mother when he was 19.

Bob Thurman interviews Isa Gucciardi, psychoanalyst and founder of the Sacred Stream nonprofit, about her book Depth Hypnosis: A Path to Healing, Power, and Transformation, a clinical modality that integrates Buddhist philosophy, shamanic soul retrieval, and hypnotherapy to address trauma, addiction, and depression.

This episode features a conversation with Annie Bien about her work co-authoring a historical fiction book on the sixth Dalai Lama and her roles as a poet and Tai Chi teacher, connected to Tibetan cultural preservation through Tibet House US.

This episode features an interview with Carolyn Sharp about her book 'Fire It Up' and its insights on reigniting intimacy and joy in relationships.

This episode features an interview with Ganden Thurman, CEO of Tibet House US and Menla, discussing the preservation and promotion of Tibetan culture and its healing aspects.

This episode features an interview with Tamala Floyd, a healer and author discussing her book on Internal Family Systems Therapy and ancestor wisdom.

This episode features a conversation with Osprey Orielle Lake about her book 'The Story is in Our Bones' and indigenous perspectives, presented by Tibet House US.

This episode continues a conversation with Chandra Easton, focusing on Tibetan culture and spirituality as part of the Tibet House US podcast series.

This episode features an interview with author and meditation teacher Matteo Pistono about his book on conscious breathing for health, sleep, and connection.

Bob Thurman hosts Roshi Henry Shukman, Zen master and author of 'Original Love: The Four Inns on the Path to Awakening,' for an extended conversation about meditation, grief, and Buddhist concepts of emptiness and love.

This episode explores the spiritual legacy of Rabbi Jesus through the lens of Tibetan Buddhist teacher Neem Karoli Baba, connecting his teachings of nonviolence to broader religious traditions.

This episode introduces a discussion on democracy and Tibetan culture, with personal reflections on family and universal brotherhood.

Episode 333 settles in at Menla.

Bob Thurman discusses the Kalachakra Mandala, Shambhala, and his gratitude for the Dalai Lama in a Thanksgiving-themed episode.

Episode 331 starts a little off-balance.

Bob Thurman discusses the 14th amendment and current political crazies in the context of global crisis and oligarchy.

Professor Bob Thurman discusses the first turning of the Wheel of Dharma, a key Buddhist event celebrated in Tibetan calendar.

Bob Thurman invites yogis to a special event on Vajrayoga with Leilun Rinpoche, discussing advanced Buddhist practices.

Robert Thurman discusses warriorship in Mahayana Buddhism and Sikhism with guest Jai Dave.

Bob Thurman introduces his podcast and discusses the importance of preserving Tibetan culture.

Professor Bob Thurman introduces his podcast and discusses the archetype of radical innocence, touching on Russian efforts to blacken the Dalai Lama's name.

Bob Thurman discusses Easter and the resurrection of Jesus from a Buddhist perspective, promoting Tibetan culture and spirituality.

Professor Bob Thurman introduces his podcast and begins a conversation with Geshe Namgal about teaching Buddhism in the US.

Professor Robert Thurman discusses Tibetan Buddhism and introduces an episode about Velma Kirti.

Professor Robert Thurman discusses the concept of transcendence and emptiness (shunyata) in Tibetan Buddhism.

Professor Robert Thurman discusses the history and decline of Buddhism in India, China, and Tibet, contrasting it with Hinduism and Islam.

Bob Thurman interviews Lorna Byrne about her book 'Angels in My Hair' during a Medicine Buddha retreat at Menla Mountain.

Bob Thurman introduces his podcast on Tibetan Buddhism and spirituality, with a seasonal reflection.

This episode features a conversation with Machiel Klerk about his book on dreams, focusing on lucid dreaming as a practice for dream yoga and preparing for the bardo and death.

Bob Thurman discusses his journey into Tibetan Buddhism and his involvement with Timothy Leary's psychedelic research.

Professor Bob Thurman discusses the metaphor of Atlas holding up the world as a way to explore Buddhist concepts of letting go and mindfulness.

Bob Thurman discusses Tibetan Buddhism, mindfulness, and the preservation of Tibetan culture.

Professor Bob Thurman discusses the meaning of 'Lama' and celebrates the Dalai Lama's 87th birthday in a podcast about Tibetan Buddhism.

Professor Robert Thurman discusses Tibetan Buddhism and spirituality, with a brief political commentary on the Supreme Court.

Professor Robert Thurman introduces the concept of taking refuge in the Buddha as the first jewel of the Jewel Tree of Tibet, explaining that Buddha means all awakened beings who are teachers.