The World Through Zen Eyes Podcast
What we do?
Once a week we take a look at the going-ons of the world and say something about ‘em.
The goal?
None, really. Just trying to make heads and tails of the great world roar of Ooommmmmm.
Why?
To try ‘n keep a modicum of personal sanity. And stay off both the meds and the cool aid.
The point?
Points are sharp and therefore violent. We just go around, and round….and round.
Disclaimer:
The views, perspectives, and humor of the speakers and guests of this podcast do not necessarily represent the those of any associated organizations, businesses, or groups, social, religious,cultural or otherwise. The entirety of the podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Topics discussed and views expressed do not constitute medical advice. As the saying goes “Opinions are like bellybuttons, everybody’s got one”.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 35
- Years Active
- 2025
Ep. 28 - From the archives- A recording of a meditation class lecture. Painting the life you want
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Dr. Ruben Lambert can be found at wisdomspring.com
Ven. MyongAhn Sunim can be found at soshimsa.org
Ep. 28 - 5 Roots: 5. The silent wisdom within us is already complete.
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The journey through wisdom begins where intellect ends. This episode explores the transformation of the five roots in Buddhism into active powers tha…
Ep. 27 - 5 Roots - 4. Meditation and Stillness as Your Birthright
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What prevents us from accessing the stillness that already resides within us? MyongAhn Sunim tackles this profound question in our continuing explora…
Ep. 26 - 5 Roots: 3. The Fire of Perseverance
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What if the determination you're seeking isn't something you need to find but something you already possess? In this third installment of their mini-…
Ep. 25 - 5 Roots: 2. Wake Up!!!
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Have you ever caught yourself in a full-blown adult tantrum over something as trivial as a parking space? That moment of sudden awareness—when you re…
Ep. 24 - 5 Roots - 1. Turning Belief Into Power
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What if the beliefs running your life right now are operating completely outside your awareness, pulling your strings like an invisible puppet master…
Ep. 23 - Finding Happiness Through Understanding Suffering: A Zen Perspective
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What happens when we stop viewing Buddhism's focus on suffering as pessimism and instead see it as the path to profound joy? In this illuminating con…
Ep. 22 - Buddhism's Bad Rap: Debunking the "Suffering Only" Myth
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"All Buddhism does is talk about suffering. What a drag." This common misconception reveals a profound misunderstanding of the Buddha's teachings and…
Ep. 21 - The Raft Gets You There, But Don't Carry It On Your Back
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Words fail us at the mountain's peak. That deafening silence—somehow both empty and filled with something profound—defies language yet demands our at…
Ep. 20 - Freedom's Paradox
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What does true freedom really mean? In our milestone 20th episode, we unpack this deceptively complex question, revealing how our understanding of fr…
Ep. 19 - The Art of Feeling: Zen Perspectives on Numbness and Awareness
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What happens when we numb ourselves to life's subtle symphony, constantly seeking louder experiences? This question forms the heart of our exploratio…
Bonus Track #6: Pornographic Birds of the Mind
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The statement "everything is created by the mind" might seem deceptively simple, but as explored in this thought-provoking bonus track, it contains p…
Ep. 18 - Beyond Rage: Finding Clarity in a World of Emotion
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What happens when anger fuels our actions? Can something traditionally viewed as poison ever become medicine? These questions form the heart of a pro…
Ep. 17 - Deafening Murmur Amidst Silence
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What happens when we truly embrace silence? Not just the absence of speech, but a deliberate practice of observing the noise within?
In this revealing…
Bonus Track #5: Eye Opening Ceremony Address
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Dr. Ruben Lambert can be found at wisdomspring.com
Ven. MyongAhn Sunim can be found at soshimsa.org
Ep. 16 - The Tapestry of Karma Extends Beyond What You Can See (karma part 2)
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Have you ever wondered why bad things sometimes happen to good people? Or why some experiences seem to repeat across generations? Our exploration of …
Bonus Track #4: From the Mouth of a Thousand Buddhas: "You're Not For You"
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Have you ever stumbled upon wisdom in the most unexpected place? That moment when profound truth arrives from a source you'd never anticipate?
A simpl…
Ep. 15 - Beyond Eye for an Eye: The Misunderstood Nature of Karma (Karma part 1)
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What if karma isn't what you think it is? In this mind-expanding conversation, we unravel the true nature of karma beyond the simplistic "eye for an …
Bonus Track #3: Buckets of Gold or Manure: It's Your Lift
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Have you ever wondered about the incredible strength you unknowingly possess? The strength that allows you to carry heavy worries day after day witho…
Ep. 14 - Reincarnation of reincarnation. We reincarnate with every emotion, not just between lifetimes.
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Dr. Ruben Lambert can be found at wisdomspring.com
Ven. MyongAhn Sunim can be found at soshimsa.org