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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...

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...

Yoga, Bliss & Mind : Buddhist Inner Sciences – Ep. 205
Opening with a discussion on the Buddhist definition of the mind, Professor Thurman details the philosophical history of and essential role of exploring it’s...

Exploring Buddhist Opening Verses – Ep. 204
Using the “Esoteric Community” (Guhyasamāja), by Tsongkhapa Professor Thurman discusses the fractal nature of Buddhist writings and how with proper study and meditation upon...

The Year of Tsongkhapa : Podcast Bonus RAFT Archives
In this extended archive recording of “The Legacy of Lama Tsongkhapa” Talk by Robert A.F. Thurman from Tse Chen Ling Center in San Francisco...

Buddhist Sciences : Mother & Father Tantras – Ep. 203
In this two part podcast Professor Thurman discusses the value of studying Tibetan Buddhist Vajrayana by anyone interested in improving their mind, relationships and...