
Young Urban Zen is a group under the auspices of the San Francisco Zen Center, with a particular focus on those between 20 and 40. It meets on Tuesday evenings for meditation and discussion about Zen practice. People of all experience levels are welcome.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 101 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Self-ImprovementEducationBuddhismReligion & Spirituality | |||

Tim Wicks leads a talk looking at the many obstacles that we face on our path to awakening. By focusing on the hindrances and how we work with them, we see that there is a way forward to address the feelings of separation and isolation by cultivating... more
Hiro Ikushima explores “Working with Subtle Frustrations”, the quiet sense that something is missing, and the low-level dissatisfaction that follows us through the day. In Zen, these small irritations become important teachers when we meet them direc... more
In this talk, Kōgetsu Mok ponders the idea of “not believing all your thoughts”. How can our zazen practice help us to quiet unrest, dis-ease, stress, and pain? How can we cultivate discernment in practice?
Michael McCord prompts us with a few questions before diving into the concept of harboring ill will. What is forgiveness in the Buddhist practice? How do we work with long standing grievances and short term frustrations?
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This podcast provides insightful discussions focused on Zen practice, meditation, and self-improvement, appealing primarily to a younger audience. Content spans a range of topics such as mindfulness, emotional awareness, and the intersection of modern dating with Zen principles. Unique elements include personal anecdotes from hosts, reflections on core Buddhist teachings, and practical techniques for addressing common emotional struggles like resentment and impatience. It is well-suited for listeners seeking a deeper understanding of Zen philosophy and personal growth, particularly in navigating life's challenges with compassion and acceptance.
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Young Urban Zen SF launched 5 years ago and published 101 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Michael McCord (Kogetsu)
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