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Ancient Dragon Zen Gate Dharma Talks

Ancient Dragon Zen Gate
Zen Buddhism
Buddhism
Zazen
Compassion
Mindfulness
Meditation
Soto Zen
Zen Practice
Dogen
Bodhisattva
Bodhisattva Precepts
Awakening
Dharma
Zen Meditation
Suffering
Interconnectedness
Zen
Sangha
Rohatsu Sashin
Four Noble Truths

Dharma talks on Zen meditation and practice by members of Ancient Dragon Zen Gate.

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Latest Episodes

1299 **Date: Sunday October 4, 2026** Speaker: Rev. Hogetsu Laurie Belzer Title: Grief : a palace for awakening

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1298 **Date: Sunday September 27, 2026** Speaker: Rev. Shoku Kathy Early Title: The Boat of Compassion

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1297 **Date: Sunday September 20, 2026** Speaker: Rev. Hogetsu Laurie Belzer Title: Attending and attuning in the midst of fire

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**Date: Sunday September 13, 2026** Speaker: Rev. Taigen Dan Leighton Title: 9/11 Anniversary and our Aftermath

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Recent Guests

Taigen Leighton
Zen teacher and guest speaker
Ancient Dragon Zen Gate
Episode: The Boat of Compassion
Chris Cadman
Guest speaker invited to share a testimonial during the gathering
Episode: Attending and attuning in the midst of fire
Stephen Cheney
Transmitted teacher; energy with Oceania's Compassion; author/teacher
Compassionate Care / Zen Center connections
Episode: Open reality: Hope in the Midst of the Polycrisis
Reverend Tierney
Guest speaker; connected to Queer Dharma Group
Queer Dharma Group
Episode: Open reality: Hope in the Midst of the Polycrisis
Dean Williams
Reverend; guest speaker
Queer Dharma Group / Zen practice
Episode: Open reality: Hope in the Midst of the Polycrisis
Ai Hua Zhang
Chinese scholar working on Japanese Zen
Episode: Even at dawn, the truth isn’t revealed”: Wansong’s impact on Soto Zen
Steven Tierney
Transmitted Zen teacher in the Suzuki Boshi lineage; psychotherapist
Bay Area Zen practice; author of related works
Episode: Queer Ancestors: Zen Wisdom and Community
Paula O'Rai
Author of The Little Book of Zen Healing; scholar of Buddhist women
Institute for Buddhist Studies; author of Zen texts
Episode: Thoroughly Ragged Practice
Paula Lazarz
Sangha member departing after years of service
Ancient Dragon Zen Gate Dharma Talks
Episode: Equanimity and Transition

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Nyōzan
Host of Dharma Talks; Zen practitioner

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • not bad

    but not great. I'm looking for a speaker that rivals the late alan watts or shunryu suzuki and did not find them here. the search continues.

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    M.NINE
    United States14 years ago
  • Wonderful talks!

    They have helped me find my path in an area where teachers and like-minded people are rare. I really connect with the way Taigen speaks. I recommend giving it a try to see if it will help you in your journey. Namaste

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    5
    Xansara
    United States14 years ago
  • Excellent, erudite dharma talks

    If I've never had reason to be jealous of Chicago residents before, I do now; for they get the benefit of this wonderful dharma teacher, who speaks with clarity, compassion, and great learning. Taigen's way of speaking is somewhat different from many other dharma teachers – he's more energetic and doesn't over-mystify topics which can be explained, if only partly, in everyday language – but it's been wonderful for me to listen to. I look forward to hearing more in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DymaxionGiraffe
    United States19 years ago

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Excellent erudition and practical clarity; listeners appreciate practical Buddhist insights.
Strong, articulate host with thoughtful guests; a good entry point to Zen for many listeners.
Engaging Zen talks with clear teaching and compassionate delivery.

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The Open Way
Q: What does it mean to not know in the context of Zen practice?
Not knowing is presented as a living, intimate stance that allows one to stay present, open, and responsive rather than clinging to preconceptions, thereby enabling deeper engagement with reality.
Luzu Faces the Wall
Q: I was wondering if you had further thoughts about Nanchuan coming and that piece of, like whether that's theater or what it is, like that Nanchuan tapped him on the shoulder, and then he said, who is that?
Nanchuan was a great Zen master; the moment is about checking in on wakefulness rather than signaling some grand revelation, and the interaction is understood as a prompt to stay present in ordinary mind rather than seeking something special.
Be Easily Satisfied
Q: What's the name of the book?
The Roots of Goodness is discussed as a text connected to the readings and commentary around the roots of virtue and ethical practice.
Open reality: Hope in the Midst of the Polycrisis
Q: How do generational differences affect queer Buddhist practice?
Generational differences bring diversity in experience and pace; older generations paved paths, while younger practitioners bring fresh perspectives and new modes of connection, creating a living, multi-generational practice where roots support evolving branches.
It’s a Good Day to Lose.
Q: I'd like to hear more about anger and how to express it constructively.
The speaker describes anger as a challenging energy that should be acknowledged without suppression, learning to sit with it, understand its source (often tied to pride or fear of being wrong), and avoid fueling conflicts by acting impulsively, thereby turning anger into a space for compassion and self-awareness.

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This show delivers Zen Buddhist Dharma talks centered on practice, meditation, and engaged spirituality, often weaving in contemporary life, community events, and ritual observances. Episodes frequently feature guest perspectives from LGBTQ+ Buddhist communities, scholars, and practitioners who illuminate practice in daily life, ritual, and social engagement. Notable strengths include clear teaching, approachable language, and a willingness to tackle both traditional texts and modern issues within sangha life. The format often blends instructional talks with Q&A and interactive discussions, making it suitable for listeners seeking practical mindfulness guidance, historical context, and inclusive spiritual dialogue.

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2. Chris Cadman
3. Stephen Cheney
4. Reverend Tierney
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6. Ai Hua Zhang
7. Steven Tierney
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