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The Way Out Is In

Plum Village
Mindfulness
Thich Nhat Hanh
Buddhism
Plum Village
Compassion
Meditation
Suffering
Personal Transformation
Community
Climate Change
Interbeing
Collective Healing
Right Livelihood
The Eight Realizations Of Great Beings
Noble Eightfold Path
Trauma
Mental Health
Manas
Impermanence
Community Building

This podcast series is aimed at helping us to transcend our fear and anger so that we can be more engaged in the world in a way that develops love and compassion. Thich Nhat Hanh’s calligraphy ‘The Way Out Is In” highlights that the way out of any difficulty is to look deeply within, gain insights and then put them into practice. "The Way Out is In" is co-hosted by Brother Phap Huu, Thich Nhat Han... more

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Recent Guests

Minh Huong
Vietnamese business leader, mentor, and exponent of Plum Village teachings
Vietnamese business leader; runs multiple companies
Episode: Dharma and Business (Episode #112)
Brother Phap Xa
Monk, author of Hiking Zen
Plum Village
Episode: Hiking Zen (Episode #110)
Sister Tam Muoi
Nun ordained for 13 years, featured on the pilgrimage episode
Plum Village India (and UK/France connections)
Episode: In the Footsteps of the Buddha (4/6) | Fourfold Sangha: The Living Community (Episode #105)
Shantum Seth
Retreat leader on wheels, co-conspirator in pilgrimage
Retreats on Wheels founder/leader
Episode: In the Footsteps of the Buddha (2/6) | Enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree (Episode #103)
Ocean Vuong
Vietnamese-American poet, essayist, and novelist.
Episode: Cultivating Joy and Togetherness in the Midst of Hardship (Episode #95)
Jo-ann Rosen
An expert on trauma, blending neuroscience and mindfulness
Episode: Trauma and Collective Healing (Episode #92)
Joanna Macy
Eco-philosopher and Buddhist scholar
Episode: Joanna Macy’s Message of Hope
Brother Phap Linh
Professional musician and monk
Plum Village
Episode: Feel It to Heal It: The Dharma of Music (Episode #79)
Jack Panate
Producer and musician
Independent Producer
Episode: Feel It to Heal It: The Dharma of Music (Episode #79)

Hosts

Jo Confino
Host and co-presenter, leadership coach and spiritual mentor
Brother Phap Huu
Zen Buddhist monk and co-host, Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation / Plum Village

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.6k ratings
  • Life changing

    These teachings and conversations in this podcast changed and saved my life by leading me to practices that have helped me achieve true peace and presence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kajcon
    United Statesa month ago
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    sunflowheure
    a month ago
  • My favourite podcast, I highly recommend it.

    My favourite podcast, I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lpmdjalpdh
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • Life changing, my favorite

    My favorite thing to do is listen to these at night. I adore them and the podcasts mean so much to me. Never stop creating them and knowing what joy and knowledge you both bring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NikkkiRusso
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you!

    It is always so inspiring. I really hope to meet you in person one day brother. 🙏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daniiel_A.
    Italy4 months ago

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You Are Already the Person You Want to Become – Live Recording with Q&A Session (Episode #113)
Q: What practical steps can someone take to be present in a busy day?
Start with small, repeatable practices like a few minutes of mindful breathing, choosing moments to slow down, and bringing presence to everyday actions such as walking, listening, and speaking with others.
You Are Already the Person You Want to Become – Live Recording with Q&A Session (Episode #113)
Q: Has our understanding of The Way Out Is In evolved for you over the years?
Yes. The practice shifts from seeking external answers to cultivating an inner, felt experience through meditation and presence; changes in life reveal themselves as ripening over time rather than final destinations.
Hiking Zen (Episode #110)
Q: Can you describe what feeling arises when walking in silence with others?
There is a felt sense of connection and shared peace among walkers; it's a quiet support that allows individuals to touch nature and each other without needing to speak.
Walking the Path (Episode #99)
Q: How would you describe where you are on the path?
My inner child is less afraid of the world. I am more at home in my own skin and can step into spaces with who I am.
Inner Space (Episode #98)
Q: What is the benefit of having an empty mind?
An empty mind allows for creativity and allows life to show up, leading to greater insights.

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1. Minh Huong
2. Brother Phap Xa
3. Sister Tam Muoi
4. Shantum Seth
5. Ocean Vuong
6. Jo-ann Rosen
7. Joanna Macy
8. Brother Phap Linh

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