Best White Plum Podcasts (2025)

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Season 3 Compilation - A Beautiful Web of Asian Heritage Buddhists 13:10

4d ago13:10

13:10

On season 3, we co-created and witnessed an amazing example of how the Net of Indra weaves and connects. We heard from 13 Buddhist practitioners and teachers of Asian American or Asian Diaspora heritage, and in their own words, spoke to what the AA/AD Buddhist experience is for them. Season 3 is officially a wrap! Thank you to everyone who listened…

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Christmas Day in the Bush by Samuel Sydney | A Cozy Christmas Story for Valentine's Day 25:39

10d ago25:39

25:39

Happy Valentine's Day... (checks calendar)... belatedly! In today's episode I share some thrilling updates about the weather in Iowa, give some great ideas on how to make your Valentine's Day Christmas themed, and then read the Australian set Christmas story titled: Christmas Day in the Bush, by Samuel Sydney. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Decl…

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 aka "3rd Movie Trilogy" 1:59:39

10d ago1:59:39

1:59:39

Lace up your running shoes, and grab your gold coins because we saw Sonic the Hedgehog 3. But first, Doug gives us another Black History Month fact. We play a game of Catch that Quotable, which leads to a discussion of some crazy 90s movie ideas. Marcus leads us through all of the latest announcements from DC Studios. Then finally, we talk Sonic th…

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Breath, Perfect Harmony, and a History More Beautiful and More Terrible w/ Rev. Dana Takagi 12:37

11d ago12:37

12:37

Rev Dana follows up on her dharma talk from the last episode dropped on February 18th. She adds to her perspective on the current historical conditions of our time in the United States, talks about breath practice, and offers a chant she's used often for the dying, from Thich Nhat Hanh. Check out the 2011 book Dana discusses in this episode: More B…

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Captain America: Brave New World Review aka "Fist Time" 1:45:53

18d ago1:45:53

1:45:53

It is a Brave New World for Marvel...or is it? We saw the latest installment in the MCU, and gave it a full review, with hopefully as little glazing as possible. But first, Doug gives us another Black History Month fact. We play a game of Catch that Quotable. Then the group talks about SNL celebrating its 50th Anniversary, and they give you their f…

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Widening Our View and The Challenge of Seeing Perfection w/ Rev. Dana Takagi 30:46

18d ago30:46

30:46

Hello, listeners of Opening Dharma Access, for February, we're doing things a little bit different by offering you some meditations and Dharma talks on current conditions as 2025 brings to the United States a whole bunch of difficult circumstances: the L.A. fires; the current administration. This dharma talk is from co-host Rev. Dana Takagi. Dana s…

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Super Bowl Snacks, Music, and Trailers aka "Meat Party" 1:47:38

25d ago1:47:38

1:47:38

Are you missing football already? Well don't worry we are here to talk about the best Super Bowl Snack and to dissect the trailers that we got(or didn't get)during the big game. We also play our weekly game of Catch that Quotable, and catch up with Bryan on his trip to Disneyland. Follow Us on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/FilmsInBlackandWhite Re…

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Meditation on Safety with Rev. Liên Shutt 20:25

25d ago20:25

20:25

Meditation to find stability in the midst of current threats in our world: nationally, world-wide, and with climate justice. -- Given at EBMC BIPOC Sangha REV. LIÊN SHUTT (she/they) is a recognized leader in the movement that breaks through the wall of American white-centered convert Buddhism to welcome people of all backgrounds into a contemporary…

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Movie Trailers and Movies that Turn 20 aka " Gooning with FiBW" 1:15:49

1M ago1:15:49

1:15:49

Byran, our resident podcast sheriff is out doing some important things with family, so Marcus and Doug are free to get into a little bit of mischief. This week on the podcast, we discuss big movies releasing their trailers before the Super Bowl. Marcus runs down a list of movies that turn 20 this year. Doug outlines the recent allegations against w…

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Talk: Healing in Time & Space with Rev. Liên Shutt 34:17

1M ago34:17

34:17

Hello, listeners of Opening Dharma Access, for February, we're doing things a little bit different by offering you some meditations and Dharma talks on current conditions as 2025 brings to the United States a whole bunch of difficult circumstances: the L.A. fires; the inauguration. NOTE: This talk was given at a BIPOC group, addressing specific fea…

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Selections from Kilvert's Diary - Happy New Year 2025! 43:04

1M ago43:04

43:04

Happy New Year, everyone! Welcome to a brand-new season of A Cozy Christmas Podcast! In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing some Christmas and winter-themed selections from Kilvert’s Diary. Francis Kilvert was an English clergyman in the Victorian era who kept beautifully detailed journals of rural life and ministry from 1870 to 1879. His descriptions…

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Season 6 Premier aka "Tube Drinks" 1:38:36

1M ago1:38:36

1:38:36

Welcome back to Season 6 of Films in Black and White! We are so thrilled to continue to provide you an independent podcast experience. This week on the pod, we catch up on all things we were doing while out and about on hiatus. We then take a moment to rank all of the movies we watched last season, in one of Bryan Roush's infamous brackets. Follow …

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Meditating on Trees with Ram Appalaraju 30:06

2M ago30:06

30:06

RAM APPALARAJU was brought up as a Hindu and has been on a spiritual path since 90's, first studying Vedanta and pursuing Buddhism since 2012. After years of practice he chose to pursue a path of service and became a chaplain focused on Ecology as well as supporting marginalized people in prisons and homeless shelters. He is now on the faculty at S…

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Inauguration Healing Space with Rev. Liên Shutt 26:25

2M ago26:25

26:25

As today marks a disturbing time for many of us, I offered a Healing Space today at the same time as the swearing in. It was informal and my aim was to offering 3 aspects of healing: Acknowledging what is with tools we've learned from Buddhism and practice. Second, to attend to the impacts of hurt and harm in ourselves & with each other. Third, com…

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Nansen Kills the Cat - Keizan Roshi, January 2025 25:18

2M ago25:18

25:18

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks. Keizan Roshi discusses Case 14 from The Gateless Gate. This talk was recorded in January 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks …

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Eco-Dharma Care with Ram Appalaraju 56:50

2M ago56:50

56:50

What does "caring" really mean? Listen in on this fascinating conversation on Nature, Dharma & Caring for self and the Earth between Ram Appalaraju and Host Rev. Liên Shutt. RAM APPALARAJU was brought up as a Hindu and has been on a spiritual path since the 90's, first studying Vedanta and pursuing Buddhism since 2012. After years of practice he ch…

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A Cozy Christmas Eve 2024 45:23

2M ago45:23

45:23

Merry Christmas! In today's special Christmas Eve episode, I have several little readings and stories to share with you, along with another fun discussion about Christmas with my daughter Gracie. Today we talk about her favorite Christmas cookies, movies, and she shares some tips on how to show kindness to the people you love during Christmas time.…

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Old Christmas, Part 3 of 3 1:09:01

3M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Happy Christmas week! Today I finish reading Old Christmas by Washington Irving. In the story our narrator enjoys a fun Christmas Day at Bracebridge Hall and participates in a lot of the older traditions. Christmas is just a few days away! I hope you're ready for it! Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a…

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Gracie's Favorite Christmas Memories, and "Old Christmas" Part 2 of 3 40:31

3M ago40:31

40:31

In today's episode, my daughter Grace comes back to talk about her favorite Christmas traditions and memories. We also talk about some recent romantic Christmas movies I've seen lately. Then, for our cozy story, I read Chapter 3 of "Old Christmas" by Washington Irving. In the chapter today, our narrator arrives at Bracebridge Hall on Christmas Eve,…

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Red One Review aka "Sugar Plum Midichlorians" 1:24:44

3M ago1:24:44

1:24:44

On the Season 5 Finale of Films in Black and White, Marcus and Doug grab their parkas to head to the North Pole for a review of "Red One" starring Chris Evans, Dwayne Johnson, Lucy Liu, and J.K. Simmons. But first, we play our final Catch That Quotable of the season and Doug leads a game of Christmas movie Rank 'Em. Marcus gushes over the announcem…

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"Learning From the 60s" - Lisa Nakamura Reads Audre Lorde 4:40

3M ago4:40

4:40

When considering what to offer for her ODA practice, Lisa considered chanting or reading from a more traditional Buddhist text such as the Heart Sutra. She found, instead, that reading the words of Audre Lorde resonated more deeply in her body at this time. And co-host Dana Takagi offers some context on Lorde from Lisa before she reads. Please enjo…

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Celebrating 150 Episodes: chatting with Gracie, a Matchstick Mouse, and an... A.I. Christmas? 50:38

3M ago50:38

50:38

There is a bit of a festive spirit around the Cozy Christmas Lodge today... we are celebrating 150 episodes! I want to thank you all for your support and participation in what has become one of the most creatively satisfying experiences of my life. So today we start off by looking to the future of Christmas Celebrations, and see what kind of Christ…

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"Old Christmas" by Washington Irving, Part 1 of 3 34:01

3M ago34:01

34:01

Today I have the first part of a longer story called Old Christmas by Washington Irving. Published in 1815, it explores some of the roots of our Christmas traditions as the main character visits a friend at Bracebridge Hall during Christmas to experience an old fashioned Christmas! It's a story that explores nostalgia and tradition, and is a lot of…

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Marvel Rivals, Hardest Working Women in Hollywood aka "Not To Overly Long" 1:46:44

3M ago1:46:44

1:46:44

Happy Birthday to our fabulous co-host, friend, and brother Marcus J. Destin. This week on the show, Marcus outlines his experience with James Gunn and being a social media icon. Bryan gives us the rundown on his experience with Marvel Rivals, as well as asks us who the hardest working woman in Hollywood is. Finally, Marcus plays a new game with th…

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Christmas Cookies with a Dash of Arsenic... An Interview with Cozy Mystery Writer Jessica Thompson 34:01

3M ago34:01

34:01

Do these cookies taste funny to you? It must mean we are talking about cozy mysteries on The Cozy Christmas Podcast! Today cozy mystery writer Jessica Thompson returns to the show to talk with me about a new Christmas-themed short story collection coming out called "A Cookie of a Scoundrel". We talk a bit about her series, The Caterer's Guide to Cr…

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Moana 2, Survivor Series, and Movie Marketing aka "More Wishes" 1:15:26

3M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

We are back and ready to celebrate the holiday season y'all. Okay, so MAYBE Marcus and Bryan were already on board but now Doug is too! We recorded a bonus episode this week so there is no Catch that Quotable. On this episode of the pod, Bryan breaks down Moana 2's success at the box office. Marcus give us a recap of WWE's Survivor Series. Doug ana…

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Platforms for Zazen: The Cushion to the Computer w/ Lisa Nakamura 35:57

3M ago35:57

35:57

LISA NAKAMURA (she/her) is the Gwendolyn Calvert Baker Collegiate Professor of American Culture and Digital Studies at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She is also a core faculty member of the Asian American Studies Program, the Film, Television and Media department, and the English department at Michigan. Lisa is the author of four books on …

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Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor: Interview with Author Roseanna M. White 49:13

3M ago49:13

49:13

Forget Downton Abbey - We're heading to Sugar Plum Manor! In today's episode I talk to author Roseanna M. White. She has a new Christmas romance set in the Edwardian-Era England! "Christmas at Sugar Plum Manor" draws inspiration from the Nutcracker and weaves a magical tale of love and friendship at Christmastime. This is also the book we're readin…

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The Gift of the Present: Thanksgiving with Ken Smith from the North Pole News Dispatch 1:07:32

3M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Happy Thanksgiving! In today's episode my guest is Ken Smith from the North Pole News Dispatch - one of my favorite Christmas podcasts! Fans of good food, good friends, and good music will enjoy the first part of our discussion where we chat about everything from Thanksgiving recipes and traditions and then talk about Burl Ives and his classic song…

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Wicked Review aka "Wicked dot Com" 1:45:10

3M ago1:45:10

1:45:10

*The hills are alive with the sound of this episode* Alright so we went to see a different musical, but this one was so good it put us in such a good mindset. But first, we play a little game we call Catch That Quotable. Doug gives us the arduous task of ranking the 5 Thanksgiving movies. Bryan gives people a lesson in theater etiquette. Marcus the…

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Spreading Christmas Joy (and Nutella): It's Another Double Trouble Holiday! with guest Tyler G. Mitchell 48:35

3M ago48:35

48:35

It's time for another Double-Trouble Holiday, one guaranteed to leave you hungry... In this episode of the Cozy Christmas Podcast, I begin with a few reflections on this past year and share some personal thanksgiving thoughts. Then Author Tyler Mitchell returns to chat about his heartwarming Christmas children's book, Double Trouble and the Upside …

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It's a Wonderful Life, Santa Claus, & St. Nicholas: an interview with author John Theo 41:08

4M ago41:08

41:08

Today I interview author John Theo, author of the short story "Christmas in Bedford Falls" which was read in our last episode! Now, John stops by to chat about his story and the movie "It's a Wonderful Life", his article about the history of Santa Claus and St. Nicholas, his books, and more! Find John and his books online at: https://www.johntheo.c…

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Bryan Returns with Games aka "Charizard Wall Street" 1:35:07

4M ago1:35:07

1:35:07

Bryan returns from his hiatus and came with a bunch of gifts for you! But first, the trio plays catch that quotable, with a bit of a gimme this week. Then Bryan asks us to defend Earth from a Kryptonian Invasion using only Marvel Characters. We play a game of "When Does the Movie Start." Then we unpack the latest Dwayne Johnson movie. Follow Us on …

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"The Practice of Staying" with Yenkuei Chuang 19:13

4M ago19:13

19:13

YENKUEI CHUANG was born a Taiwanese girl before she became an American woman. As a licensed psychologist, somatics and mindfulness teacher, she is passionate about helping people heal and find freedom, belonging, and power in the richness of their intersectional identities. Yenkuei loves to eat, cook, dance, do nothing and everything. IG handle: ye…

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Christmas in Bedford Falls - Read by the Author, John Theo 43:20

4M ago43:20

43:20

Have you ever wondered what happened to some of the characters in Bedford Falls after the events of "It's a Wonderful Life"? My guest today is author John Theo, and he wondered the same thing and has written a piece of fan fiction exploring that very thing. Get ready for a wonderful new cozy story, and then stay tuned for Friday, as I have John The…

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The Rag Tag Sleigh Flyers by Kevin Moore - An Original Christmas Story! 45:01

4M ago45:01

45:01

In today's episode, author Kevin Moore returns to read us a story from his recent collection entitled "Christmas Stories, Vol. 2". The story is called "The Rag Tag Sleigh Flyers", and it's a heartwarming story set at the North Pole. Henry the Elf is in trouble. It's almost Christmas and Santa's reindeer are not able to fly! What could the problem b…

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MCU, Comics, and Thanksgiving Sides aka "Trampolinium" 1:26:35

4M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

Bryan is out handling business so Marcus and Doug get into their usual shenanigans. We are discussing everything from Kevin Feige's latest announcements to Thanksgiving side dishes. But first, Marcus gives us some insight into his creative process, highlighting his new single "Xtortion"(available wherever you stream music). The duo plays their week…

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Christmas: a Holiday like No Other - an Interview with Author Kevin Moore 54:10

4M ago54:10

54:10

Today I sit down with author Kevin Moore who has published two volumes of Christmas stories. First we talk about the joy that Christmas can bring, even during difficult times (which has been the unofficial theme of my podcast this year!). Then we dig into his book and talk about some of the short stories in it. Then we dive deep into the joy of Chr…

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Anaconda Review aka "White Variant" 1:28:05

4M ago1:28:05

1:28:05

We are here to provide your post election relief, with a trip to the rainforest with Jennifer Lopez, Jon Voigt, and some really big snakes. But first, we play a little game we call Catch That Quotable. Doug asks the crew to rank some monster animal movies. Then we get into the 1997 classic movie "Anaconda." We talk about Jon Voight's acting choices…

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Insight Dialogue & Further Relationality with Yenkuei Chuang 45:30

4M ago45:30

45:30

Yenkeui Chuang & Rev. Liên dialogue on some "edges" of "Diasporic Asian Americans," overseas Asian practices, and then Insight Dialogue. Yenkeui shares fascinating details of the interconnections from all the different traditions she's practiced in. Come listen! YENKUEI CHUANG was born a Taiwanese girl before she became an American woman. As a lice…

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Little Roger's Night in the Church by Susan Coolidge | Cozy Christmas Story Time 39:34

4M ago39:34

39:34

Hello everyone! Today's episode was intended for Halloween, then it was intended for Christmas Podcast Day, then it was intended for yesterday... But it's here now, so better late than never, right?! In today's episode I talk about another delicious recipe I tried - Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins. I highly recommend! Then for our story I read the od…

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Venom 3: The Last Dance Review aka "The Lethal Rider" 1:22:55

4M ago1:22:55

1:22:55

It is a Doug and Marcus special everybody! On this episode we touch a little bit of everything. BUT FIRST, we play a little game we like to call Catch That Quotable. Then Marcus gives us a run down of his favorite anime, and what watching anime has done for his music. Then Doug asks Marcus to rank these Spider-Man Villains(Mysterio, Scorpion, Krave…

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Batman Forever, Horror Icons, and Legos aka "Laundry Karate" 1:38:13

5M ago1:38:13

1:38:13

This week on the pod, we take a trip down memory lane before getting into the spooky season. But first, we play a game of Catch That Quotable that is a blast from the past. Then Doug was inspired to go after Val Kilmer and Batman Forever. Bryan gives us one of his infamous brackets, right before this whole podcast is derailed over a new lego set. F…

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Christmas in the Frozen Regions 28:38

5M ago28:38

28:38

In today's episode, I share another fun recipe suitable for fall, talk a little bit about the Cozy Christmas Book Club, then I read Robert McCormick's article that was written for Charles Dickens' magazine Household Words in December of 1850. Dickens himself probably wrote the introduction and conclusion of the article, but McCormick reflects on hi…

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Laundry Detergent and Harry Potter aka "Halal-crux" 1:37:27

5M ago1:37:27

1:37:27

Join hosts Marcus, Bryan, and Doug for a game filled episode of Films in Black and White. They play a patty family inspired ranking game centered around a very unexpected topic. Then the trio dives into a lively discussion about the shifting tones and themes in the Harry Potter series, particularly focusing on "Order of the Phoenix." With humor and…

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Part 2 with Dr. Paula Arai "There is no Buddhism without Women" (& forthcoming book!) 14:28

5M ago14:28

14:28

In a continuation of the previous episode conversation with Dr. Paula Arai, Paula shares an in-depth overview of her current "embodied" research on the often unacknowledged contributions to Buddhism that are at the foundation of its continuation throughout history, in part because of the perceived simplicity of these acts of generosity and practice…

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Prepping for Fall - Cool weather, Apple Crisp, and "The Cop and the Anthem" by O. Henry 30:22

5M ago30:22

30:22

Happy October everyone! In today's episode I share how I am getting ready for the fall weather - it mostly involves apple crisp! I'd love to hear from you and some of your favorite recipes to make during the fall and Christmas season! I hope your plans for fall come together better than the main character in today's story by O. Henry. In "The Cop a…

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Joker 2: Folie a Deux Review aka "Hat Party" 1:36:05

5M ago1:36:05

1:36:05

The podcast episode takes listeners on a rollercoaster ride through their viewing experience of "Joker: Folie à Deux," offering a candid and humorous critique of the film’s shortcomings. While the film featured impressive performances from Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix, the hosts express disappointment over the lack of a compelling storyline and th…

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"Joker" Recap aka "Jack Skellington Tramp Stamp" 1:42:29

5M ago1:42:29

1:42:29

This week on the pod, we are doing some prep work for Joker: Folie a Deux by taking a trip back to 2019 when the first "Joker" was released. But first, Marcus and Doug outline their trip to SiouxperCon, the comic-con that takes place in Sioux Falls, SD. We detail our haul including some of the friendly encouragement that takes place. We also outlin…

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"There is no Buddhism without Women" with Dr. Paula Arai (Part 1) 31:17

5M ago31:17

31:17

Dr. Paula Arai talks with Dana about being brought up by her Japanese mother, and how she realized the way that she embodied Buddhism in her body and mind not through intellectual study or what Westerners view as formal practice, but through the simple actions and embodied guidance of her mother. PAULA ARAI (she/her) (Ph.D., Buddhist Studies, Harva…

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