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Zen Commuter

Thom Walters
Meditation
Mindfulness
Anxiety
Self-Awareness
Mental Health
Emptiness
Personal Identity
Consciousness
Mental Health Counseling
Spiritual Growth
Fear
Self
Emotional Healing
Buddhism
Awareness
Integrated Ascension Method
Mindset Transformation
Personal Development
Society
Self-Improvement

Zen Commuter is about meditation and how it can improve the quality of your life. Thom Walters speaks with acclaimed meditation teachers, authors and everyday practitioners, to help listeners understand how to start a mindfulness habit, as well as keep it going. Along the way he discusses topics that help listeners cultivate a calmer, wiser and happier life. Come join Thom Monday through Friday to... more

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In this episode, we sit down with multi-hyphenate storyteller Christopher Rivas — actor, writer, Buddhist practitioner, and host of the Brown Enough podcast. We dive deep into themes of identity, race, belonging, and what it means to "live in the mid... more

In today's episode, I share a thoughtful piece from Tricycle: The Buddhist Review titled Silent Underground by Aryavandana. It's a gentle yet powerful reflection on the unseen roots of our practice—the quiet, often unnoticed ways that mindfulness and... more

Today I want to talk about the comfort that comes from knowing that in every situation you are completely safe. You might be thinking…"Thom, that is a nice thought, but not a real one…Have you seen the world lately?" I have, and I'm sticking by my pr... more

In today's Tricycle Tuesday, we explore the article The Economy of Grace, a reflection on the quiet abundance that arises when we shift from striving to allowing. Rather than measuring life through effort and achievement, this piece invites us to rec... more

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Ayya Santacitta
A nun associated with England and Asia
Ayya Santacitta (nunship)
Episode: ZC 2142: Tricycle Tuesday - Slow Down, Take Your Seat - A Meditation by Ayya Santacitta
Manal El Ramly
Author of Transcending Anxiety, From Fear to Freedom; TEDx speaker; founder of Mattain Method; meditation teacher on Insight Timer
Mattain / Transcending Anxiety author
Episode: ZC 2140: Journey to Inner Stillness: A Conversation with Manal El Ramly (R)
Jen Kalawur
A Kripalu-trained yoga teacher, Reiki master, and spiritual mentor devoted to helping others create a life rooted in joy, love, and inner freedom.
Episode: ZC 2130: Releasing Family Trauma - A refreshing Talk with Jen Kalawur (Part 1)
Dean Patrick
Author and meditator, shares his story about overcoming addiction and exploring spirituality
Alexandria Press
Episode: ZC 2129: Aligning Purpose and Prosperity with Dean Patrick
Christopher Rivas
Author for Tricycle, podcast host of Brown Enough, and actor
Tricycle, Brown Enough
Episode: ZC 2128 - Meditation, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us — with Christopher Rivas
Lillian Savoie
An intuitive coach and author of 'Fill Your Soul, the Feminine Way', specializing in helping women create purpose in their lives.
Author and Intuitive Coach
Episode: ZC 2119: Divine Flow and Feminine Energy with Lillian Savoie
Lane Igoudin
Author of A Family, Maybe, a Journey Through Foster Adoptions to Fatherhood
Episode: ZC 2118: A Family, Maybe: Zen, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us
Pema Sherpa
Co-author of 'The Daily Buddhist'
Episode: The Daily Buddhist by Brendan Barca and Pema Sherpa
Brendan Barca
Author and meditation practitioner
Author of The Daily Buddhist
Episode: Buddhism in the Everyday: Brendan Barca's Insights for Modern Life

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Thom Walters
Host of Zen Commuter

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Let’s talk heart 🦋

    What a wonderful experience all the way around. Thom created an open space where the conversation flowed easily and we could have gone on for hours. It is so wonderful to be able to connect and have deep heart conversations about spirituality and awakening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rev Rachel H
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this show

    Thom is a marvelous. Funny, intelligent, warm and has great things to share. I’d recommend this show to anyone looking for deeper meaning in life while still learning to smile through it all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrCesarCardona
    United Statesa year ago
  • Grateful for a beautiful conversation with Thom

    I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on Zen Commuter with Thom Walters, and it was a truly wonderful experience. Thom has an incredible ability to make his guests feel welcomed, comfortable, and valued. His warmth, positivity, and seamless way of guiding the conversation made our discussion flow beautifully across many facets of my journey, work, and background. Thom’s depth of understanding and curiosity allowed us to explore profound insights, making for a rich and engaging conversatio... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CONNECT Meditation
    United Statesa year ago
  • A beautiful conversation with an engaging and gracious host!

    Thom was such a great, engaging host. The conversation flowed easily, with wisdom, shared experiences, great questions, and smiles and laughter. Loved meeting and talking with Thom!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emmylou68
    Norway2 years ago
  • Exploration of Self

    Such a great show. As a practitioner of meditation, I love hearing about the methods of others. It inspires me to expand my own practice. Them is an amazing host. He creates a relaxing environment for guests to share their story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _C_T_Brown
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners value practical mindfulness tips and relatable storytelling that connects meditation to daily life.
Guests note a welcoming interview style that puts them at ease and allows deep conversation.
The show is appreciated for thoughtful questions and a peaceful, trustworthy tone.
Listeners praise the host's warmth and calming presence, calling episodes insightful and uplifting.

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ZC 2128 - Meditation, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us — with Christopher Rivas
Q: Have there been moments where meditation helped you see yourself better?
Christopher affirms that meditation has enhanced his self-awareness and understanding of himself beyond societal metrics of success or validation.
ZC 2128 - Meditation, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us — with Christopher Rivas
Q: What challenges did you experience when starting to meditate?
Focus was a major challenge for Christopher, along with the societal belief that meditation is quantifiable or isn't worthwhile unless you achieve a certain goal.
ZC 2128 - Meditation, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us — with Christopher Rivas
Q: What is your meditation story about how long have you been meditating for?
Christopher shares that he began meditating after a girlfriend gifted him a retreat, although he initially maintained a facade about his meditation practice.
ZC 2118: A Family, Maybe: Zen, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us
Q: How did your meditation help you during the challenges of adoption?
It helped me see what was really happening and kept me from identifying too closely with my emotions during difficult times.
ZC 2118: A Family, Maybe: Zen, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us
Q: Can you talk a little bit about your book and how it got started?
It documents the three-year journey of adopting two kids from the foster system, highlighting the difficulties and emotional uncertainty faced during the process.

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Zen Commuter centers mindfulness and practical meditation, featuring conversations with renowned teachers, authors, and practitioners to help listeners start and sustain a calm, wiser, and happier daily rhythm. Episodes cover meditation techniques, mindfulness in work and family life, tools for resilience, and spiritual perspectives that connect personal growth with everyday living. Noteworthy is Thom Walters' warm, welcoming interview style that invites depth without judgment, making complex topics approachable for a broad audience. The show frequently blends practical exercises with philosophical context, and often ties mindfulness to modern life challenges like parenting, grief, burnout, and social well-being, which can be especially app... more

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Recent guests on Zen Commuter include:

1. Ayya Santacitta
2. Manal El Ramly
3. Jen Kalawur
4. Dean Patrick
5. Christopher Rivas
6. Lillian Savoie
7. Lane Igoudin
8. Pema Sherpa

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