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The Game of Zen

The Game of Zen explores the often-overlooked ways in which professional, personal and spiritual growth are interrelated. We dive deep into the life teachings of the Buddha and the mindfulness practices of Zen, revealing how they can help us dramatically expand our possibilities for whole-hearted work, life and play. Play the game of life with wisdom, humor and skill for better businesses and happier lives.

Education Business Entrepreneurship Buddhism Self-Improvement Religion & Spirituality
Update frequency
every 17 days
Average duration
40 minutes
Episodes
33
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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E32 - The Zen Shift: Navigating the Outer and Inner Paradigm Shifts

E32 - The Zen Shift: Navigating the Outer and Inner Paradigm Shifts

The Game of Zen Podcast: The Outer and Inner Shifts

Hosts Scott Berman and Sensei Paul explore a global paradigm shift from a materialist to an animist understanding of reality, emphasizing the primac…

00:33:18  |   Fri 05 Sep 2025
E31 - The End of Folly: The Path to Wisdom and Goodness

E31 - The End of Folly: The Path to Wisdom and Goodness

This podcast episode from "The Game of Zen" features hosts Scott Berman and Sensei Paul discussing the interrelatedness of professional, personal, and spiritual growth. They explore life teachings fr…

00:31:47  |   Fri 22 Aug 2025
E30 - Embracing Impermanence: How Zen Can Relieve Your Existential Anxiety

E30 - Embracing Impermanence: How Zen Can Relieve Your Existential Anxiety

In this episode of The Game of Zen, Scott and Paul discuss death and impermanence, drawing from Paul's newsletter, "The Mortal Coil."

Contemplating Death for a Happier Life (1:00 - 4:00)

Paul shares hi…

00:31:35  |   Fri 08 Aug 2025
E29 -  Forge Your Own Path: Zen Lessons for True Independence

E29 - Forge Your Own Path: Zen Lessons for True Independence

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The Game of Zen: Finding True Independence

Scott Berman and Sensei Paul's "The Game of Zen" podcast explores the connection between professional, persona…

00:33:55  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
E28 - One Body Sangha - Cultivating Connection and Awakening Online

E28 - One Body Sangha - Cultivating Connection and Awakening Online

  • Embracing Mindfulness Amidst Chaos: Paul notes the "crazy" world, and Scott highlights how chaos increases his desire for internal calm through Zen, meditation, and mindfulness.
  • Podcast Format Changes…
00:30:50  |   Fri 11 Jul 2025
E27 - The Centered Path: Cultivating Equanimity in Times of Chaos

E27 - The Centered Path: Cultivating Equanimity in Times of Chaos

  • Introduction & Episode Theme (Excerpts 1-4)
  • Scott Berman welcomes listeners to "The Game of Zen" podcast from Philadelphia, PA, with Sensei Paul checking in from Boulder, Colorado.
  • They briefly discuss…
00:45:52  |   Fri 27 Jun 2025
E26 -Zen and the Journey of Aging: Embracing Change and Impermanence

E26 -Zen and the Journey of Aging: Embracing Change and Impermanence

A new episode of the Game of Zen podcast is now available: We dive deep into Zen Buddhism and aging, discussing how mindfulness and acceptance play vital roles in coping with loss, planning for the f…

00:44:11  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
E25 - Zen at Work & Home- Balancing Family, Spirituality, and Relationships

E25 - Zen at Work & Home- Balancing Family, Spirituality, and Relationships

Welcome back to another enriching episode of "Game of Zen," where we explore the synergy between professional, personal, and spiritual growth through the lens of Buddhism and Zen mindfulness. In this…

00:44:05  |   Fri 20 Dec 2024
E24 - Experiencing Mind: Psychedelics and Zen for Personal Growth

E24 - Experiencing Mind: Psychedelics and Zen for Personal Growth

In this new episode, we're diving deep into the fascinating world of psychedelics, focusing on their integration with mindfulness and Zen Buddhism. This is part two of our exploration into how substa…

00:48:09  |   Fri 15 Nov 2024
E23 - Mindfulness in Action: How Courtney Schulnick Found Freedom & Fulfillment Through Practice

E23 - Mindfulness in Action: How Courtney Schulnick Found Freedom & Fulfillment Through Practice

In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us - Courtney Schulnick, an accomplished litigator and dedicated mindfulness teacher. Courtney shares her inspiring journey of discovering min…

00:53:47  |   Fri 16 Aug 2024
E22 -The Alchemy of Presence - Working with Teachers, Coaches and Guides

E22 -The Alchemy of Presence - Working with Teachers, Coaches and Guides

In our latest episode, Paul and I dove deep into the topic of teachers and their impact on our personal and professional lives. We discussed the three levels of Buddha treasure, the importance of eng…

00:44:43  |   Fri 09 Aug 2024
E21 - Zen and the Beginners Mind: Embracing Fresh perspectives in Life & Work

E21 - Zen and the Beginners Mind: Embracing Fresh perspectives in Life & Work

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "Game of Zen." Today, we're diving into the transformative power of the beginner's mind with your hosts, Scott Berman and Paul Gyodo Agostinelli. We ex…

00:45:50  |   Fri 05 Jul 2024
E20 - Integrating Buddhism and Contemporary Coaching Techniques - Interview with Denise Clegg

E20 - Integrating Buddhism and Contemporary Coaching Techniques - Interview with Denise Clegg

Welcome to Episode 20 of the Game of Zen, the podcast where we explore the intriguing intersection of professional, personal, and spiritual growth through the lens of Zen mindfulness and Buddhist tea…

00:56:02  |   Fri 14 Jun 2024
E19: Navigating Attachment - Applying Buddhist Teachings to Modern Relationships

E19: Navigating Attachment - Applying Buddhist Teachings to Modern Relationships

On today’s episode of Game of Zen, we dive into the concept of attachment and its profound impact on our personal and professional lives. We explore how our attachments, whether towards people, succ…

00:44:14  |   Fri 17 May 2024
E18: Zen Connections: The Role of Community in Spiritual and Professional Growth

E18: Zen Connections: The Role of Community in Spiritual and Professional Growth

Get ready for another enlightening journey on this week’s episode of The Game of Zen Podcast. Join hosts Paul & Scott as we explore the profound impact of Zen practices in both personal and corporate…

00:42:35  |   Sat 27 Apr 2024
E17 - The Third Poison - Overcoming Ignorance

E17 - The Third Poison - Overcoming Ignorance

We're thrilled to share with you the latest journey of spiritual exploration in our Game of Zen podcast. Enlightenment seekers like yourself won’t want to miss Episode 17, titled "The Third Poison - …

00:45:36  |   Fri 12 Apr 2024
E16: Live the Width of Your Life - Interview with Aneta Ardelian Kuzma

E16: Live the Width of Your Life - Interview with Aneta Ardelian Kuzma

Dive deep with us in an enriching conversation with special guest Aneta Ardelian Kuzma, a beacon of transformation in the realm of leadership and wellness. Having transcended her illustrious banking …

00:41:16  |   Mon 01 Apr 2024
E15 Stepping up & Waking up with Psychedelics

E15 Stepping up & Waking up with Psychedelics

In today's episode, we're venturing into the thought-provoking world of psychedelics. Paul & Scott sit down in a riveting discussion that dives deep into the intersection of psychedelics, mental heal…

00:43:05  |   Sat 23 Mar 2024
E14 - Climbing the mountain of excellence - Interview with Bruce Eckfeldt

E14 - Climbing the mountain of excellence - Interview with Bruce Eckfeldt

The latest episode of Game of Zen has arrived, and it's a journey you won't want to miss. In episode 14, our hosts Paul & Scott are joined by an extraordinarily dynamic guest, Bruce Eckfeldt. Listen …

00:44:54  |   Fri 01 Mar 2024
E13 - Here today, gone tomorrow - The essential power of Impermanence

E13 - Here today, gone tomorrow - The essential power of Impermanence

With the winds of change perpetually sweeping through our lives, it's essential to ground ourselves in the now, and what better way to cultivate this practice than through the wisdom of Zen? Our most…

00:42:33  |   Fri 23 Feb 2024
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