
Welcome to Bright on Buddhism, a podcast where we discuss and explain topics of Buddhism in a casual, conversational, question and answer setting. My name is Nick Bright, scholar of East Asian Buddhism. I am currently studying for my Master’s degree in Religion at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, where I am specializing in pre-modern Japanese Buddhist architecture history. I have resea... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 233 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BuddhismReligion & Spirituality | |||

Bright on Buddhism - Buddhish Episode 24 - TTRPGs
Join us as we discuss Nick and Dox's ongoing TTRPG!
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Bright on Buddhism - Guest Episode - Dharma Voices for Animals
Join us as we speak with a very special guest, Katie Nolan, Communications Director for Dharma Voices for Animals, a Buddhist animal rights organization.
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Bright on Buddhism - Tevijja Sutta
Join us as we read and discuss the Bhikku Sujato translation of the Tevijja Sutta in its entirety.
Resources: suttacentral.net/dn13/en/sujato?lang=en&layout=plain&reference=none¬es=asterisk&highlight=fa... more
Bright on Buddhism - Asian Religions Series - Shugendō
Resources: Andrea Castiglioni, Fabio Rambelli, & Carina Roth, eds. Defining Shugendō: critical studies on Japanese mountain religion. London: Bloomsbury Academic, 2020.
Faure, Bernard; Moerman,... more
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Finally a smart and academic but lighthearted look into Buddhism across the variety of traditions out there, with an eye to history and comparative theologies. The hosts and sound quality are great and I look forward to forays into different schools! Keep it up!!!
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Focusing on a casual and conversational approach, this podcast explores various topics within Buddhism, inviting listeners to engage with historical, philosophical, and cultural insights. Key discussions often center around the complexities of different Buddhist schools and practices, shedding light on figures and events that have shaped the religious landscape. Unique themes include interpretations of Buddhist texts, essential historical figures in Western Buddhism, and intersections of music and spirituality. The hosts encourage critical examination of the material while maintaining an accessible tone, making it appealing to both newcomers and seasoned practitioners interested in enriching their understanding of Buddhism.
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