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Dharma Seed: dharma talks and meditation instruction

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Mindfulness
Buddhism
Meditation
Metta
Theravada Buddhism
Dukkha
Four Noble Truths
Impermanence
Noble Eightfold Path
Dharma Seed
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Vipassana
Compassion
Eightfold Path
Dharma
Equanimity
Mindfulness Meditation
Karma
Brahma Viharas
Wisdom

Dharma Seed is dedicated to preserving and sharing the spoken teachings of Theravada Buddhism in modern languages. Since the early 1980's, Dharma Seed has collected and distributed dharma talks by teachers offering the vipassana (insight) and metta (lovingkindness) practices of Theravada Buddhism. New recordings are being added continuously from contemporary dharma teachers.

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(Dhamma Stream Online Sessions)

(Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley) James has been offering reflections on the Dhammapada, the Buddha's collection of pithy teachings, and how they can be practically applied in our lives. Dhammapada Verse #165 emphasizes that individuals are ... more

(Aloka Earth Room) Short Reflection & Guided Meditation with a poem by Anne Hillman | Earthworm Practice for the Anthropocene III | Online Wednesday-Morning

(Insight Meditation Society - Forest Refuge)

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Pascal Auclair
Meditation teacher referenced in the episode title and discussion
Unspecified within transcript
Episode: Pascal Auclair: Being aware of consciousness 🪞
Dr. Laila June Johnston
Guest teacher announced for a future session
Episode: Mark Coleman: Holding Ground 2026 | Session 5, 4/10/2026
Ayya Santacitta
Theravada Buddhist teacher featured in the talk
Dharma teacher
Episode: Ayya Santacitta: Balancing Panna & Saddha
Ayya Nanabodhi
Ayya Nanabodhi, arriving during the retreat and present at the bedside of a dying person
Buddhist teacher/abbess (Ayya lineage)
Episode: Ayya Santacitta: Developing the Five Indriya or Spiritual Faculties
Garbanzo Bean
Clown persona and guest appearance
Self-described persona of the speaker
Episode: Donald Rothberg: Talk on Donald's Four-Week March Retreat, Discussion, An Appearance by Guru Garbanzo Bean, and An Honoring of Cyndy Gagne
Ayya Ananda Bodhi
Teacher arriving from the UK, presenting in the retreat
Ayya Ananda Bodhi
Episode: Ayya Santacitta: The Three Refuges & the Mind Wide Open
Ayya Santussika
Buddhist nun and teacher
Episode: Ayya Santussika: How Do I Apply the Dhamma to Disease & Death DN 16.31, 34-36 The Buddha’s Last Words | Ayya Santussikā
Sheryl Petty
CEO and founder of Movement Tapestries; practitioner across Bun, Vajrayana, and African-based traditions
Movement Tapestries
Episode: Kirsten Rudestam: Holding Ground, day #4 | Descent and Belonging: Guest Teacher Sheryl Petty | Kirsten Rudestam, 03/27/2026
Ajahn Sucitto
Theravada meditation teacher
Dharma talks and meditation instruction (session host)
Episode: Ajahn Sucitto: Context and centre - no inner person

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 518 ratings
  • Sublime generosity

    Meditations, practice and wisdom on this podcast is excellent. I have been so lucky to be led here. If there were one thing I might prefer to be done differently is improving the quality of recordings. Teach people how to use a microphone correctly, adjust sound levels, address background white noise hum, and apply some noise cancellation. With deepest respect.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ursulala
    Australia3 years ago
  • The wisest and best dharma teachers!!

    You won’t regret listening to these talks by some of the best Buddhist insight practitioners and instructors in the world. You can listen to many different teachers and decide which ones speak to you ( or not). Highly recommend. Also: they need our support to keep their centers going and to make a living themselves. Thank you!! 🙏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kim🙏🏼
    United States3 years ago
  • The wisest and best dharma teachers!!

    You won’t regret listening to these talks by some of the best Buddhist insight practitioners and instructors in the world. You can listen to many different teachers and decide which ones speak to you ( or not). Highly recommend.

    Also: they need our support to keep their centers going and to make a living themselves. Thank you!! 🙏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kim🙏🏼
    United States4 years ago
  • Mislabeled

    That ain’t Vinny Ferraro jaja

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SGG8
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great content, unfortunate limitation of episodes available on iTunes

    Excellent selection - but limited to the recent 20 episodes or so. Thus, if you download to listen later the episodes might be already gone. I guess it’s an exercise in mindfulness of impermanence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kirill75
    Germany5 years ago

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Many express gratitude for the availability of such a resource, highlighting its positive impact on their meditation practice and spiritual journey.
Overall, feedback reflects a strong appreciation for the community aspect and the substance of the teachings, indicating a supportive listener base.
A few comments mentioned concerns regarding audio quality, suggesting improvements could be made for a more professional listening experience.
Listeners praise the depth and quality of teachings offered by experienced dharma teachers.

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Pascal Auclair: Being aware of consciousness 🪞
Q: How many kinds of consciousness are discussed and how do they relate to experience?
The teaching breaks experience into several co-arising consciousnesses (senses, body, mood, thoughts) that come and go with their corresponding objects, illustrating that there is no single, solid observer.
Pascal Auclair: Being aware of consciousness 🪞
Q: What is the difference between consciousness and awareness in this framework?
Consciousness is the act of revealing objects; awareness is the recognition that this revealing is happening, i.e., a meta-level noticing of the knowing process.
Ayya Santussika: Shattering Ignorance | Ayya Santussikā
Q: Is the practice doable for most people?
Yes, the speaker emphasizes that progress can occur in small, observable ways, and that the path remains accessible even when grasping or confusion arise.
Pascal Auclair: Be Aware of Intentions ➡️
Q: Can you explain just briefly what it means when you say the nature of reality is conditional?
Conditionality means that things arise and exist only due to many overlapping conditions; nothing exists in isolation. This includes heat needing the sun, beings needing parents, and even everyday objects requiring prior design and context. Because everything depends on conditions, it is inherently changeable and not self-sufficient, while Nirvana remains the non-conditioned exception.
Pascal Auclair: Juggling with liberating qualities 🤹
Q: Pascal, I'd like to hear something more about the four elements.
The speaker elaborates that the four elements are a palpable, practical framework for experiencing materiality and sensation, helping to deconstruct the sense of a separate self and guiding attention through careful observation of earth, fire, water, and air in everyday experience.

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The content focuses on the preservation and dissemination of teachings rooted in Theravada Buddhism, emphasizing mindfulness, meditation, and the profound understanding of suffering. Episodes often feature discussions on personal transformation through the lens of Buddhist principles, addressing themes such as grief, loss, and emotional regulation while providing practical guidance for walking the spiritual path. Notable aspects include invitations to engage deeply with the community of practitioners and the opportunity to hear from various respected teachers who foster inclusive conversations around spirituality and emotional wellness. The podcast stands out for its commitment to making these teachings accessible to all listeners, helping ... more

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2. Dr. Laila June Johnston
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7. Ayya Santussika
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