New Books Network Podcast

Indian Religions February 23, 2023

Routledge Handbook on the Philosophy of Meditation

Rick Repetti

Hosted by Raj Balkaran

Rick Repetti's Routledge Handbook on the Philosophy of Meditation (Routledge, 2022) provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the state of the field of the philosophy of meditation and …

Dan Hill's EQ Spotlight February 23, 2023

Survive

Why We Do What We Do

Jerry Pannone

Hosted by Dan Hill

Today I talked to Jerry Pannone about his new book Survive: Why We Do What We Do (John Hunt, 2022) Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs model is famous, but more so …

Psychology February 7, 2023

The Soul Solution

A Guide for Brilliant, Overwhelmed Women to Quiet the Noise, Find Their Superpower, and (Finally) Feel Satisfied

Vanessa Loder

Hosted by Elizabeth Cronin

Are you so busy fulfilling everyone else’s expectations that you’ve lost touch with yourself? Do you find yourself filling up your “free” hours with mundane tasks, soaking up podcasts to …

Buddhist Studies February 4, 2023

Buddhist Responses to COVID

A Discussion with Venerable Soorākkulame Pemaratana

Venerable Soorākkulame Pemaratana

Hosted by Pierce Salguero

Dr Pierce Salguero sits down with Venerable Soorākkulame Pemaratana, chief abbot at the Pittsburgh Buddhist Center and a scholar of modern Buddhism in Sri Lanka. We talk about his role …

Buddhist Studies January 9, 2023

Zen Chaplaincy, Activism, and Scholarship

A Discussion with Wakoh Shannon Hickey

Wakoh Shannon Hickey

Hosted by Pierce Salguero

In this episode of the Blue Beryl Podcast, Pierce Salguero sits down with Wakoh Shannon Hickey, who is a Soto Zen priest, hospice chaplain, scholar, and activist. She talks about …

The Imperfect Buddha Podcast December 11, 2022

Non-Duality

A Discussion with Peter Fenner

Peter G. Fenner

Hosted by Matthew O'Connell

Peter Fenner, Ph.D, is an adapter and teacher of non-duality, and an author. His two books, Radiant Mind: Awakening Unconditioned Awareness (Sounds True, 2007) and Natural Awakening: An Advanced Guide for …

Christian Studies November 30, 2022

How to Inhabit Time

Understanding the Past, Facing the Future, Living Faithfully Now

James K. A. Smith

Hosted by Sarah Kearns

In this episode, we chat with Dr. James Smith, a professor of philosophy at Calvin University about his most recent book How to Inhabit Time: Understanding the Past, Facing the Future …

Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness October 31, 2022

The Life Plan

Simple Strategies for Building Confidence in a Changing World

Shannah Kennedy

Hosted by Kristie Adloff

With more than twenty years of experience as one of Australia’s foremost life coaches, bestselling author Shannah Kennedy describes her approach to living your best life in The Life Plan …

Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness October 25, 2022

The Seven Circles

Indigenous Teachings for Living Well

Chelsey Luger and Thosh Collins

Hosted by Meg Gambino

The Seven Circles: Indigenous Teachings for Living Well, by Chelsey Luger and Thosh Collins, was published by HarperOne in 2022. In this honest and intentional book, Luger and Collins takes …

Psychology October 6, 2022

Happiness in Action

A Philosopher's Guide to the Good Life

Adam Adatto Sandel

Hosted by Daniel Moran

A young philosopher and Guinness World Record holder in pull-ups argues that the key to happiness is not goal-driven striving but forging a life that integrates self-possession, friendship, and …

Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness October 5, 2022

The Gift of Rumi

Experiencing the Wisdom of the Sufi Master

Emily Jane O'Dell

Hosted by Meg Gambino

The Gift of Rumi: Experiencing the Wisdom of the Sufi Master (St. Martin’s Press, 2022), written by Dr. Emily Jane O’Dell was published by St. Martin’s Press in 2022. In …

On Religion September 27, 2022

On Life as Meditation

A Discussion with Mark Van Buren

Mark Van Buren

Hosted by Gregory Soden

Mark Van Buren is a Mindful Living Trainer, yoga/meditation instructor, personal trainer, and musician, that has been promoting health and wellness for years. He runs workshops and retreats around the …

On Religion September 12, 2022

On Spiritual Meditations and Reflections

A Discussion with Steven M. Taylor

Steven M. Taylor

Hosted by Gregory Soden

Steven M. Taylor is a senior lecturer in psychology at Leeds Beckett University, and the author of several best-selling books on psychology and spirituality. He is the current chair of the …

On Religion August 29, 2022

On Mindfulness, What it Is and Where it Comes From

A Discussion with Sarah Shaw

Sarah Shaw

Hosted by Gregory Soden

Sarah Shaw is a lecturer at the University of Oxford. She has taught and published numerous works on the history and practices of Buddhism, including An Introduction to Buddhist Meditation …

Indian Religions August 11, 2022

Letters from the Yoga Masters

Teachings Revealed through Correspondence from Paramhansa Yogananda, Ramana Maharshi, Swami Sivananda, and Others

Marion (Mugs) McConnell

Hosted by Raj Balkaran

This intimate and insightful account of the life of Dr. Harry (Hari) Dickman, referred to by Swami Sivananda as “the yogi of the West,” features more than fifty years of …

On Religion August 5, 2022

On Staying Grounded in Uncertain Times

A Discussion with Deborah Eden Tull

Deborah Eden Tull

Hosted by Gregory Soden

Deborah Eden Tull is the founder of Mindful Living Revolution. She is a Zen meditation and mindfulness teacher, public speaker, author, activist, and sustainability educator. She trained for seven years as …

Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness August 2, 2022

Yin Yoga Therapy and Mental Health

An Integrated Approach

Tracey Meyers

Hosted by Elizabeth Cronin

Tracey Meyers' book Yin Yoga Therapy and Mental Health: An Integrated Approach (Singing Dragon, 2022) teaches yoga therapists and mental health professionals how to integrate Yin Yoga into practice and treatment …

Indian Religions July 19, 2022

The Light We Give

How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life

Simran Jeet Singh

Hosted by Raj Balkaran

An inspiring approach to a happier, more fulfilling life through Sikh teachings on love and service. As a boy growing up in South Texas, Simran Jeet Singh and his brothers …

On Religion July 18, 2022

On Moving from Suffering to Peace

A Discussion with Mark Coleman

Mark Coleman

Hosted by Gregory Soden

Mark Coleman has taught meditation retreats and trainings worldwide for twenty years. He is the founder of the Mindfulness Institute and Awake in the Wild Programs. A senior teacher at …

On Religion June 27, 2022

On the Four Foundations of Mindfulness

A Discussion with Ben Connelly

Ben Connelly

Hosted by Gregory Soden

Ben Connelly is a Minneapolis-based Soto Zen teacher in the Katagiri-lineage. He offers a wide variety of secular mindfulness trainings, including for police departments, corporate settings, correctional facilities, and addiction …