
This podcast presents weekly updates from the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo including talks from Sunday service, sesshin, and other events.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 727 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityBuddhism | |||

This dharma talk was given by Rev. Rensen Roshi, Rev. Do'on Roshi, and Rev. Kensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on December 28, 2025. In this talk, Rensen Roshi talks about the taking of monastic vows in a modern setting, Revs. Do'on Roshi and Ke... more
This disciple's dharma talk was given by Reverend Shokai at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on December 17, 2025. In this talk Reverend Shokai discusses practicing in the midst of the storm of anxiety, and how experiencing our anxieties and insecuritie... more
In this Disciple's Dharma Talk given on December 12, 2025, Reverend Kensei speaks to the necessity and power that comes from becoming intimate with what is "Thusness", asking for help, and fervent prayer.
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This Dharma Discourse was given by the Rev. Rinsen Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Dec 7, 2025. In this talk Rinsen Roshi discusses Bodhi Day, walking the path to awakening, and the ten perfections.
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I love the podcast and the subject matter but yet the links are not working for some bizarre reason I tried to join the temple but yet nothing happens or it reroute me and one of the links isn’t working at all
This is really an excellent podcast for anyone with an interest in Zen Buddhism; extremely sensible, intelligent and even sometimes inspirational.
Excellent for calming downtime and thoughtful consideration
Rev. Weik is the real deal.
Some contemporary Buddhist teachers emphasize the psychological benefits of practice. This teacher goes deeper, encouraging his audience to access and align themselves with a perfection beyond knowing.
He is super chill, too.
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Across recent episodes, the talks center on applying Zen practice to everyday life—managing emotions, cultivating equanimity, and deepening meditation through Sangha support. Listeners hear practical guidance on grounding, mindful awareness, and compassionate action, with personal stories that connect ancient teachings to modern challenges. The format blends teacher-led instruction with reflections on family, illness, and community, offering accessible entry points for newcomers and sustained practice for seasoned practitioners. A notable strength is the temple-focused, community-backed approach that ties daily life to the Dharma through clear examples, koan study, and ritual context.
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Buddhist Temple of Toledo Podcast launched 19 years ago and published 727 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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