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Buddhism
Attachment
Non-Attachment
Death
Interdependence
Consciousness
Love
Compassion
Art
Mortality
Relationships
The Wind Horse
Transformation
Emotional Pain
Covid-19 Pandemic
Community Activism
Conflict
Mindfulness
Connectedness
Vulnerability

AWAKEN is a Webby Honoree podcast about the dynamic path to enlightenment and what it means to “wake up.” Throughout the series we dive into the personal stories of guests who share how they’ve experienced a shift in their awareness, and as a result, their perspective on life.

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Recent Guests

Mia Birdsong
Author and Futurist, known for her work reconnecting community and collective liberation
Author of 'How We Show Up'
Episode: Engaging with Community on a Personal Scale
Nicholas Christakis
Social Scientist and Physician, directs the Human Nature Lab at Yale University
Episode: Engaging with Community on a Personal Scale
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
Renowned meditation teacher and head of the worldwide Tergar community
Episode: Engaging with Community on a Personal Scale
Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Teacher and meditation master in the Bon Buddhist tradition
Episode: Walking the Path
Jenny Odell
Artist and author of How to Do Nothing
Episode: Walking the Path
Sonya Renee Taylor
Author and transformational thought leader
Episode: Walking the Path
Fatimah Asghar
Poet and filmmaker
Episode: Walking the Path
Ocean Vuong
Writer, professor and photographer
Episode: Walking the Path
Asha Kama Wangdi
Artist known for her installation, The Wind Horse
Episode: Awakening to Interdependence

Hosts

Isabella Rossellini
Host of Awaken, a distinctive series exploring themes of enlightenment and personal transformation through various guest perspectives.
Tenzin Gelek
Producer with a strong background in bringing engaging narratives to the podcast's content.
Philip Wood
Sound Producer focusing on the quality and delivery of the podcast's audio content.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 286 ratings
  • Calm, contemplative, and insightful

    A great way to start or end your day - episodes have a calm and insightful tone and leave you thinking about how you can apply these concepts from Buddhist art to your everyday life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ohbedubbs
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thoughtful and beautifully presented

    I have listened many times to Season 4 in particular.

    So much to contemplate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LDesole
    United States8 months ago
  • A gem!

    Beautiful podcast. A delight truly. I was introduced to so many new ideas and reaffirmed of so many old ones. I also loved revisiting some sufi themes that I studied a while back. I felt solace and a greater understanding of myself after listening in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zahra Mansoor
    France9 months ago
  • Beautiful and important

    I don’t often write podcast reviews but I’ve loved these in depth profiles and exploration of non attachment theory. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nchirls
    United States10 months ago
  • Love love love!!!

    I’ve never written a review of a podcast before but needed to for this wonderful series! I loved all three season but I think that seasons 2 and 3 are truly phenomenal! Each episode is filled with insight and wisdom that connect the dharma to our daily experience. Even if you aren’t super interested in Buddhism, the teachings of the Buddha, or art, there is something to consider in every episode. I found myself thinking about how the themes are present in my own life long after I finished each e... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JustKolin2sayhi
    United Statesa year ago

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The range of guests and topics make it appealing for those interested in art and human connections.

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Exploring themes of attachment, non-attachment, and personal enlightenment, this podcast offers a profound examination of spirituality grounded in Buddhist philosophy. Each episode features a diverse range of guests, including artists, authors, and scholars, who share their insights and personal experiences on navigating life's challenges and the pursuit of self-awareness and interconnectedness. Unique perspectives on love, community, and the impact of societal constructs are woven throughout discussions, providing listeners with a rich tapestry of ideas to reflect upon in their own journeys of awakening.

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4. Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson
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Awaken launched 4 years ago and published 46 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Mia Birdsong
2. Nicholas Christakis
3. Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
4. Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
5. Jenny Odell
6. Sonya Renee Taylor
7. Fatimah Asghar
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