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The Modern Buddhism Podcast

The Modern Buddhism Podcast
Buddhism
Meditation
Compassion
Mindfulness
Inner Peace
Death
Anxiety
Self-Care
Suicide
Kadampa Buddhism
Personal Growth
Mental Health
Empathy
Self-Esteem
Community
Hospice Care
Caregiving
Spiritual Development
Enlightenment
Grief

Welcome to the Modern Buddhism Podcast, where we explore how meditation and Buddha's timeless wisdom can help all of us to cultivate a deeper inner peace, happiness, and resilience in daily life. Join us for inspiring conversations with people who live these teachings every day. Hope you enjoy it. Produced by the New Kadampa Tradition

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In today’s episode, Gen Chodor reflects on a powerful feeling he had as a young person - that life seemed almost dream-like - and how this sparked a deep search for meaning and purpose. Drawing on the wisdom of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche... more

In today's episode, Gen Kelsang Chökyong - a Buddhist monk from Wales - shares the story of how he stumbled into a Dharma class while sheltering from the rain with a kebab, and never left. Drawing on nearly thirty years of practice and teaching withi... more

n today's episode, Kadam Mick Marcon explores one of the biggest challenges in life - how to cope with uncertainty. Drawing on his own experience of losing his mother, witnessing a stranger's fear on a turbulent flight, and years of practising and te... more

In today’s episode, Gen Kelsang Norden explores the meaning of karma and how understanding it can become a liberating and empowering force in our lives. Speaking from her heart and her own experience of practicing these teachings, she explains how ou... more

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Recent Guests

Gen Chökyong
Monk and teacher discussing inner peace and letting go
Buddhist monastery (Gen Chökyong)
Episode: A Buddhist Monk's Honest Advice On Letting Go & Finding Inner Peace
Gen Norden
Buddhist teacher and Kadampa teacher
Kadampa Buddhism / The Modern Buddhism Podcast
Episode: The Buddhist Mind Hack that Stops the Blame Cycle
Gen Demo
Buddhist nun and teacher with over 23 years of experience in Buddhist practices and teachings.
New Kadampa Tradition
Episode: Inner Peace in a World We Can’t Control
Kelsang Sama
A spiritual teacher and practitioner
New Kadampa Tradition
Episode: Beyond Materialism - A Buddhist Perspective
Marlise Anthonioz
Practicing and teaching meditation and Buddhism within the Kadampa Buddhist tradition
Episode: How I found my lightness: from depression to purpose and joy
Gen Jigme
Buddhist monk and meditation teacher
New Kadampa Tradition
Episode: At Peace with Ourself: How to Create a Healthy Self-Image
Gen Kelsang Demo
Buddhist nun and meditation teacher within the Kadampa tradition
Kadampa Buddhist Tradition
Episode: The Life-Changing Power Of Compassion
Gen Kelsang Lingpur
Buddhist nun and resident teacher at Kadampa Meditation Arizona
Kadampa Meditation Arizona
Episode: What Facing Death Taught Me About Life
Len Foley
Successful business owner, published author, and meditation teacher
Episode: How Meditation Helped Me Succeed

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Agnes
Host affiliated with The Modern Buddhism Podcast / Kadampa lineage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 442 ratings
  • Great listen

    So nice to listen to a podcast where the guest is allowed to speak at length without interruption but also with incisive questions and observations from the interviewer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Revilo13443
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Insightful interviews

    Thankyou for sharing your stories and the things you have learned along the way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTubchen
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Food for the world to become a better place.

    There should be more podcast like this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cafemar
    Spain4 months ago
  • Very useful. Thanks!

    I just listened to the episode on death and dying and found it so helpful and inspiring. Thank you for putting this together !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KM Davis5
    United States6 months ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    These teachings never fail to calm my mind and bring peace and clarity. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doc Geek
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Listeners praise thoughtful, uninterrupted conversations with incisive questions.
Audience notes practical, compassionate guidance and relatable personal stories.
Some criticism about lack of diverse guest perspectives.
Many find the discussions uplifting and useful for daily life and stress management.

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A Buddhist Monk's Honest Advice On Letting Go & Finding Inner Peace
Q: What is the core message about letting go?
Letting go reduces suffering; by letting go of judgments and attachments, one can respond calmly and compassionately, improving personal and interpersonal outcomes.
A Buddhist Monk's Honest Advice On Letting Go & Finding Inner Peace
Q: How would Buddhist teachings help students and exams?
Training the mind improves friendships, concentration, and reduces exam stress, making study more effective and less fraught with anxiety.
A Buddhist Monk's Honest Advice On Letting Go & Finding Inner Peace
Q: Is Buddhism relevant to modern society, especially the young?
Yes, it becomes more essential as young people are highly affected by anxiety and social pressures; teachings help them build resilient minds and healthier relationships.
A Buddhist Monk's Honest Advice On Letting Go & Finding Inner Peace
Q: What kept you going after nineteen years?
Watching friends pursue other paths and witnessing their lives become unsatisfying, while realizing that true happiness comes from inner practice rather than external success.
A Buddhist Monk's Honest Advice On Letting Go & Finding Inner Peace
Q: And how did you get into Dharma?
The guest describes a humorous and transformative journey beginning with a flyer in a butcher shop doorway after a night of aimless classes, leading to a commitment that grew into decades of practice.

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The show centers on practical Buddhist philosophy applied to daily life, with a steady stream of conversations about meditation, inner peace, and resilience. Episodes blend personal journeys, teaching insights, and real‑world examples—ranging from mindfulness during uncertainty and grief to handling fame or career shifts—anchored in Kadampa Buddhism and modern applicability. Notable strengths include accessible mind-training techniques, compassionate perspectives on suffering, and guests who model integrating ancient wisdom with contemporary living. Overall, it's likely to appeal to listeners seeking calmer minds, ethical leadership, and practical spirituality for modern challenges.

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Recent guests on The Modern Buddhism Podcast include:

1. Gen Chökyong
2. Gen Norden
3. Gen Demo
4. Kelsang Sama
5. Marlise Anthonioz
6. Gen Jigme
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8. Gen Kelsang Lingpur

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