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Buddhism
Bodhicitta
Dharma
Compassion
Meditation
Mindfulness
Suffering
Self-Reflection
Four Immeasurables
Karma
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
Patience
Buddha Nature
Emptiness
Generosity
Samten Ling
Rinpoche
Gratitude
Tibetan Buddhism
Crestone, Colorado

At the heart of the Buddhist path is the individual practitioner who integrates the teachings with his or her own experience. Posting weekly since August of 2009, the Link Podcast features pithy teachings by Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche, Dungse Jampal Norbu, and Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel that illustrate the creativity and practicality that are the hallmarks of being a successful meditator. Talks by stu... more

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Speaker: Dungse Jampal Norbu. Dungse-la explores ideas about AI and how it can expose assumptions about the causes of happiness and suffering. He illustrates how technology can be a way of recreating the eight worldly concerns, similar to how social ... more

Speaker: Joseph Waxman. Joey unpacks a poignant talk given by Rinpoche at the 2015 Nyingma Summer Seminar. The talk centered on obscurations that veil our true nature. These include emotional obscurations such as attachment, aggression and jealousy, ... more

Speaker: Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche. This talk was originally given by Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche during a three-day, weekend program at Naropa University in November 2002. The first talk included detailed instructions on the practice of meditation. The ... more

Speaker: Sarah Gomes. Sarah recounts how she met the Dharma through the writings of Pema Chödrön during a difficult period in her life. She experienced an immediate sense of meaning, particularly in the teaching that ‘within suffering lies the potent... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Gomes
Speaker and practitioner sharing her Dharma journey
Guna Norlin Center, Mangala Shri Bhuti Brazil
Episode: The Good Fortune of Encountering the Dharma and the Confidence to Walk the Path (Link #813)
Daisuke Inaba
Daisuke Inaba, in charge of MSB Japan retreat center operations and liturgy preparation, speaker of the episode
MSB Japan
Episode: My Sevas, Challenges and Findings (Link #812)
Murray Nossol
Participant joining the discussion from the audience
MSB Sangha
Episode: My Sevas, Challenges and Findings (Link #812)
Dungse Jampal Norbu
Guest teacher associated with Mangala Shri Bhuti Center
Punsuk Choling, Ward, Colorado
Episode: The Five Perfections (Link #811)
Jung-Lung Bong
Sangha member from Seoul sharing her personal path in MSB and her experiences with Rinpoche's teachings
Mangala Shri Bhuti (MSB)
Episode: From Equality to Compassion (Link #809)
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
Rinpoche, teacher featured in the Open Question conversation
Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
Episode: Unconditional Well-Being (Link #808)
Aline Gomes
Guest from Guna Norbu Buddhist Center, Mangala Shri Bhuti Brazil
Guna Norbu Buddhist Center, Mangala Shri Bhuti Brazil
Episode: Life Release and the Six Perfections (Link #806)
Bob Reed
Member of Mangala Shri Bhuti, Kincheng/SPR lineage holder and speaker on Bodhicitta
Mangala Shri Bhuti (MSB)
Episode: Bodhicitta (Link #805)
Sharon Lukert
Speaker sharing illness as path from La Crosse, Wisconsin
Member of the Sangha
Episode: Illness As Path (Link #804)

Hosts

Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche
Senior teacher and lineage holder whose talks anchor many episodes.
Sam
Session coordinator and on-air host who guides conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • I listen every week

    Grateful for the wisdom shared here by Kongtrul’s students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coldhollowgirl
    United Statesa year ago
  • A good stop for dharma talks

    This podcast contemplates genuine dharma in a way that few podcasts do. It’s also free of advertising or an attempt to get listeners to sign up for anything.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    goobzah
    United States4 years ago
  • Bowing in Gratitude for these talks

    Appreciate being able to access these teachings on this platform

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Another Ray of Sunshine
    United States5 years ago
  • Genuine buddhadharma

    These free weekly talks by genuine practitioners are inspiring and practical. Dzigar Kongtrul is the author of “It's Up to You". Topics covered are suitable for both new and long time spiritual practitioners and get right to the point of meditation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SashaDorjeM
    United States5 years ago
  • Genuine buddhadharma

    These free weekly talks by genuine practitioners are inspiring and practical. Dzigar Kongtrul is the author of "it's up to you". Topics covered are suitable for both new and long time spiritual people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SashaDorjeM
    United States15 years ago

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Audience finds discussions practical and grounded in real life, not just theory.
Guests are generally practitioners who share tangible mindfulness techniques.
The format often includes audience Q&As that deepen engagement and relatability.

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Buddhanature vs. Schmuckness (Link #815)
Q: Can you clarify the term Schmuck for non-native speakers?
Schmuck is a Yiddish term with multiple nuances, broadly used to mean a dope or jerk, but in this context it denotes a self-centered mindset or the habit of viewing oneself as superior or inferior; it contrasts with Buddha nature, which is our intrinsic enlightened potential.
The Five Perfections (Link #811)
Q: I was wondering about the dynamic of pride and merit—how do we navigate the urge to judge others for not showing up while staying engaged with the practice?
The speaker suggests distinguishing care from pride, recognizing that judging others can arise from attachment to outcomes, while true engagement comes from sincere concern and the willingness to show up for the sake of practice and others. The balance is to stay committed without letting ego determine the value of others' participation.
My Sevas, Challenges and Findings (Link #812)
Q: What does it mean to fight against self-absorption directly, and how can you make that more practical for everyday work?
Avoid fighting self-absorption as a whole; instead, break it into smaller targets by focusing on concrete tasks like turning off the phone, approaching thoughts with shamatha-like non-attachment, and dedicating merit to the community to transform energy into service rather than ego.
Unconditional Well-Being (Link #808)
Q: How can we manage the impulse to be bothered or overwhelmed by challenging interactions?
By observing with humor and adopting a flexible response, we can transform potential conflict into a constructive moment, using wisdom to choose a peaceful, compassionate path that preserves relationships and inner balance.
Unconditional Well-Being (Link #808)
Q: What is patience and what does it mean to lose patience?
Patience is a disciplined stance that prevents reactionary grabbing or suppression of emotions, instead leveraging awareness to transform experience, so anger or frustration can be explored and resolved through mindful action rather than impulsive outbursts.

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This show centers on practical Dharma explored through personal practice, community, and lineage-led teachings. Episodes frequently blend memoir, meditation techniques, and contemplative guidance—covering life release, Bodhicitta, illness as a path, daily practice, and ways to sustain a compassionate, awake mind in daily life. Listeners are exposed to a mix of practitioner perspectives, sangha reflections, and Q&A that ground abstract ideas in real-world challenges, making it a useful resource for anyone seeking applicable mindfulness and ethical living within a Buddhist framework. Noteworthy is the recurring emphasis on turning everyday actions into meaningful practice, the breadth of personal journeys, and the emphasis on community suppor... more

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