Bob Thurman Podcast: Buddhas Have More Fun!

Robert A.F. Thurman

Professor Robert A.F. 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 20, 2023 · 20 min
H.H. Dalai Lama: Archetype of Radical Innocence – Ep. 325
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the recent viral video of the Fourteenth Dalai Lama of Tibet with a young boy addressing the context and background behind the edited attack campaign. To learn more and to watch the full video, please visit: https
Apr 7, 2023 · 47 min
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. Opening with a short history of early Christianity, th
Mar 15, 2023 · 1 hr 4 min
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 to bring the ancient teachings of Bön and Buddhism to light, hel
Feb 11, 2023 · 43 min
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 enlightenment, and the bodhiasattva’s building of a buddhaland or b
Feb 2, 2023 · 47 min
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 in order to cultivate altruism and interconnection
Jan 26, 2023 · 48 min
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 in Tibet. This podcast includes an extended discussion on the influe
Jan 18, 2023 · 45 min
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 Buddhist Sangha, the community of followers of the Buddha and his teachings. T
Jan 11, 2023 · 43 min
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 Buddha and his teachings, known as the Sangha. “Robert Thurman’s Basic Buddhism
Jan 4, 2023 · 43 min
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 self identity in order to develop one’s own Buddha nature, free o
Dec 28, 2022 · 45 min
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 is a collective series of five lectures he ha
Dec 21, 2022 · 1 hr 29 min
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. This episode concludes with an in-depth discus
Dec 15, 2022 · 1 hr 3 min
Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with Lorna Byrne – Ep. 314
Opening with a recommendation of “Angels in My Hair” by Lorna Byrne, Robert Thurman sits down with its author for a far-ranging discussion of faith, angels, materialism, climate change and the power of positive thinking and prayer. This podcast includes:
Dec 7, 2022 · 44 min
Understanding Karma & Causality in Vajrayana: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 313
Opening with a discussion of idolatry and Buddhist ethics, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on karma and the causality of action as understood in Tibetan and Vajrayana Buddhism. This episode includes a short history of Buddhist ethics and schools across A
Nov 24, 2022 · 40 min
Thanksgiving and the Power of Compassion for All Beings – Ep. 312
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman shares his Thanksgiving message and gives a powerful teaching on how compassion for all beings can transform one’s relationship to the mind, heart, the environment and all situations. Opening with a brief history
Nov 16, 2022 · 53 min
Transcendent Wisdom, The Root of Liberation: Jewel Tree of Tibet – Ep. 311
In this episode Robert Thurman details the concept of emptiness, giving a teaching on the power of the mind to develop transcendent wisdom in order to understand reality as it is using critical thinking, debate, direct experience and meditation. This pod
Nov 6, 2022 · 43 min
Life, Love and Enlightenment – Ep. 310
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the power of positive thinking in troubling times and gives a teaching on the Buddhist perspective of love and enlightenment for those of all backgrounds and traditions. This podcast includes discussions of: the i
Oct 31, 2022 · 42 min
Understanding Selflessness & Clearlight: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 309
Opening with guided meditation on searching for the self, Robert Thurman gives a teaching on self, selflessness and how to understand what clearlight means from the Buddhist perspective. “Robert Thurman’s Basic Buddhism is a collective series of five lec
Oct 19, 2022 · 47 min
Mind Reform: Becoming the Engine of Happiness for All – Ep. 308
Opening with a guided “Seven Limbs of Practice” meditation Robert Thurman in this episode gives an all levels teaching on the Four Noble Truths and the transformational practice of the exchange of self for others or Lojong. Episode includes a
Oct 6, 2022 · 43 min
The Buddha’s Enlightenment: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 307
In this episode Robert Thurman re-tells Shakyamuni Buddha’s life story and gives an in-depth teaching on the nature of enlightenment for those of all backgrounds, faiths and traditions. “Robert Thurman’s Basic Buddhism is a collective series
Sep 28, 2022 · 55 min
Developing Bodhichitta – The Spirit of Enlightenment: Tibet’s Wish Granting Jewel Tree – Ep. 306
Opening with an introduction to the two kinds of Bodhichitta, Robert Thurman gives an in-depth teaching on wisdom, compassion, love and their connection to the Buddhist understanding of emptiness. This podcast includes a discussion of nirvana and the ema

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H.H. Dalai Lama: Archetype of Radical Innocence – Ep. 325

Easter Holidays, Jesus and Christianity – Ep. 324

Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with Geshe Dangsong Namgyal – Ep. 323

Meeting Vimalakirti – Ep. 322

Understanding Transcendence & Freedom From Absolutism – Ep. 321

The Three Jewels of Buddhism in India, China & Tibet – Ep. 320

Tara & Women in the Buddhist Sangha – Ep. 319

Sangha & The Wheel of Dharma: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 318

Bliss, Tantra & Selflessness: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 317

Understanding Tantra, Zen & Vajrayana: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 316

Vipassana & Samatha Meditation Under The Jewel Tree of Tibet – Ep. 315

Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with Lorna Byrne – Ep. 314

Understanding Karma & Causality in Vajrayana: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 313

Thanksgiving and the Power of Compassion for All Beings – Ep. 312

Transcendent Wisdom, The Root of Liberation: Jewel Tree of Tibet – Ep. 311

Life, Love and Enlightenment – Ep. 310

Understanding Selflessness & Clearlight: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 309

Mind Reform: Becoming the Engine of Happiness for All – Ep. 308

The Buddha’s Enlightenment: Buddhism 101 – Ep. 307

Developing Bodhichitta – The Spirit of Enlightenment: Tibet’s Wish Granting Jewel Tree – Ep. 306