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This Very Moment

Shambhala Publications
Spirituality
Buddhism
Tibetan Buddhism
Yoga
Bhagavad Gita
Chöd
Throma Nagmo
Dudjom Tersar
Bhutan
Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Dudjom Rinpoche
Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche
Nyingma
Vajrayana Buddhism
Naropa University
Zen
Ken Wilber
Trungpa Rinpoche
Bön
Dzogchen

How did your favorite author become the expert that you know them to be? How did some of today’s greatest artists develop their passion for spirituality?⁠⁠

In this podcast, Ivan Bercholz, co-owner of Shambhala Publications, speaks with influential figures about the origins of their spiritual journey. Delve into the stories that have shaped these individuals into who they are today. Hear about form... more

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In this episode of This Very Moment we are joined with Larry Mermelstein, a longtime student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche and a founding member of the Nalanda Translation Committee.

Born in Pennsylvania and raised in Rochester, New York, Larry recall... more

In this episode of This Very Moment, we sit down with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, a revered master of the Bön tradition of Tibet.

Rinpoche traces the distinctive qualities of Bön, from Dzogchen to astrology, cosmology, and elemental practices. Though ... more

Episode 7 of This Very Moment features Zen teacher, meditator, and author Diane Musho Hamilton in a rich conversation about learning to be with life as it is.

Diane shares how early encounters with loss and grief left her existentially overwrought.... more

In this episode, musician and visual artist Devendra Banhart sits down with Ivan Bercholz for an intimate conversation about how Buddhist practice, books, and subculture have shaped his life and work, leading him to This Very Moment.

From his early ... more

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Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Master of the Bön tradition and teacher of Dzogchen
Bön tradition; Dzogchen teacher
Episode: Dream Yoga to Sleep Science | Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Devendra Banhart
Singer and visual artist; guest of the episode
Musician/Artist
Episode: Skepticism, Skateboarding, and Samadhi | Devendra Banhart
Richard Freeman
Yoga teacher and author known for his innovative teaching style and the connection between yoga and philosophy.
Episode: From ’60s Counterculture to Yoga Lineage | Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor
Mary Taylor
Yoga teacher and co-author with a focus on cooking and well-being.
Episode: From ’60s Counterculture to Yoga Lineage | Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor
John Canti
Spiritual practitioner and translator with extensive knowledge of Tibetan Buddhism.
Episode: Doctor, Retreatant, Translator | John Canti (part 2)

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Ivan Bercholz
Host of This Very Moment, co-owner of Shambhala Publications

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From Hardship to Heart-Opening | Diane Musho Hamilton
Q: How did your introduction to Ken Wilber influence your path and teaching approach?
Ken Wilber's ideas gave me permission to evolve beyond traditional practice, incorporating contemporary perspectives and helping me connect traditional meditation with modern developmental and relational skills.
From Hardship to Heart-Opening | Diane Musho Hamilton
Q: What led you to Naropa University and how did your experiences there shape your practice?
A turning point was reading about Naropa and meeting Dr. Antonio Wood; the encounter with Trungpa Rinpoche and the practice of sitting meditation opened a doorway to a deeper, experiential understanding beyond philosophy.
From Hardship to Heart-Opening | Diane Musho Hamilton
Q: What was the spiritual or religious setting of your youth and your relationship with it?
My grandparents were devout in the Mormon church, and I was drawn to the community and shared values of decency and care, though I didn't grasp all the dogma, and I felt a pull toward a broader spiritual curiosity as I grew.
From Hardship to Heart-Opening | Diane Musho Hamilton
Q: Will you tell me a little bit about where you're from and the household you grew up in? What are some of your earliest memories?
I grew up in a small town on the edge of Utah's West Desert, in a diverse environment shaped by nearby mining and an army depot, which exposed me to people from many backgrounds and laid the groundwork for a broad cultural perspective.
The Nomadic Life of the Lazy Lama | Ringu Tulku Rinpoche
Q: Is there a project or something that's occupying quite a bit of your time?
I've started to archive my teachings, which are recorded from my classes since 1989, and now we are using AI to transcribe them for easier access.

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Conversations center on the origins of creativity and spirituality, featuring musicians, artists, teachers, and thought leaders as they recount formative experiences, influential mentors, and the role of spiritual practice in shaping their work. Episodes often blend personal storytelling with discussions about mindfulness, Buddhism, and artistic process, offering practical insights for listeners interested in how inner development intersects with creative life. A notable throughline is the emphasis on dharma-inspired steadiness, compassionate practice, and the way spiritual traditions inform art, music, and teaching. The format tends to be intimate, with rich anecdotes that illuminate both challenges and breakthroughs, making it appealing t... more

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