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Angel City Zen Center - Beginners Only Podcast

Angel City Zen Center
Buddhism
Zazen
Compassion
Patience
Zen Meditation
Depression
Meditation
Retreat
Avalokiteshvara
Self-Compassion
Mindfulness
Soto Zen
Zen Buddhism
Karma
Surangama Sutra
Zen
5 Skandas
Five Skandhas
Sangha
Family

Weekly public talks recorded live at the Angel City Zen Center

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes300Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

On a quest to find us the final answer to the problem of time, ethics, and being, Bryan stumbles into the far more fascinating conundrum of himself and what we’re really seeking when we try to settle our questions. What is philosophy and intellect ac... more

Sara gives us an insightful reflection on narrative and story telling, either our most powerful technology or our greatest hindrance to seeing the world honestly. Should we be trying to see through our narratives, or harness them for our benefit? Wha... more

In an encouraging pep talk for ango, Dave unveils a new translation of the bodhisattva vows and rouses us to the impossibility of fulfilling them and the impossibility of not living up them. Is devoting your life to others a recipe for getting taken ... more

Sara gives us a candid Zen look at modern dating, aka an endless opportunity for working with compassion. Does seeing the best in people bring out the best in ourselves? Should we give people the benefit of the doubt, or is that just a recipe for get... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Campbell
Meditation teacher and speaker discussing narrative, superstition, and Zen practice
Angel City Zen Center
Episode: Charmed (Story & Superstition) w/ Sara Campbell
Bernie Glassman
A prominent figure in American Zen known for his work in social action
Episode: Take it Easy w/ Kiyo Tezuka
Sarah Campbell
First official lay Zen teacher being trained
Episode: Open Secrets (How to teach Zen) w/ Dave Cuomo
Muhō Nölke
Former abbot of Antaiji monastery, Zen teacher
Antaiji Monastery
Episode: The Easy Way w/ Muhō Nölke

Hosts

Dave Cuomo
Host of the Beginners Only Podcast and active practitioner at Angel City Zen Center.
Sara Campbell
Host and facilitator of Zen talks, speaker and community member.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • So refreshing

    These Zen talks are so refreshing and relatable. They bring ancient teachings alive by talking about how they apply to modern things we go through every day. Sincere and funny and heartfelt. Always a great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LittleJaneD
    United States3 months ago
  • A most wonderful podcast!

    What a fantastic, interesting, and useful podcast. Such a rarity! If you are just curious, new to Buddhism, or been sitting for a kalpa, you’ll find something of merit here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Prester
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fabulous

    Helena Harvilicz for president.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter-1979
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Just right!

    Best dharma podcast. Casual and thoughtful, the talks feel cozy in the best way. It avoids the overly-technical talk of some and the overly casual attitude of some. Just the right balance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    seshiro
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent Resource

    This is an excellent collection of experienced and often well researched dharma talks. I listened to many many dharma podcasts, but this is one of best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EddieSky7
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise accessibility and warmth of discussions.
Audience appreciates thoughtful, candid reflections from diverse speakers.
Guests are described as thoughtful and genuine, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.
Show is engaging and relatable, bridging ancient teachings with modern life.
Episodes are seen as practical, not overly technical, with strong emphasis on community.

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There May Be Politics (Anger) w/ Patrick Carroll
Q: What are your thoughts on fear and its relationship to anger?
Fear, pain, anger, and anxiety are interconnected; recognizing and objectively observing them can provide some detachment.
Toon Town (Sustainable Weird) w/ Dave Cuomo
Q: How do you stop yourself or do you stop yourself from trying to over-rationalize things to be in that other state?
It's about honoring each moment as it comes, recognizing the beauty in all experiences without reducing them to rational thoughts.
Toon Town (Sustainable Weird) w/ Dave Cuomo
Q: Why do you think the Zen masters created that distinction that is the meaning making purpose for something animate different than something inanimate?
Zen masters acknowledge dualities to engage with them thoughtfully, helping us understand reality while respecting the perceptions of differences.
Goblin Mode (Bad Habits) w/ Chris Arnett
Q: What would help?
The real answer is really inconvenient because it involves work, suggesting that one must contend with their own identity and constantly engage in self-reflection.
Drunkards, Dharma, Scum & Sangha (Cooking) w/ Henry Zander
Q: Was it easier actually to only be you, so that you could kind of control how everything worked and not have to work around others?
Henry shares that, while it might be easier to manage things alone, he understands the value of working as a group in larger restaurant environments.

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A practitioner-friendly look at Zen with a mix of humor, personal storytelling, and practical guidance. Episodes cover meditation basics (Zazen), community life, retreats, and how ancient Zen concepts apply to modern daily challenges, all presented in an approachable, non-dogmatic style. The show often centers on beginner accessibility, the balance between ritual and liveliness, and the role of sangha in sustaining practice, with guests and hosts sharing candid reflections from their own spiritual journeys.

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