buddhistchats

Jo and Melissa

English Buddhism Education Philosophy Religion & Spirituality Self-Improvement Explicit

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Episodes 16

Avg. Duration 40m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (1)

Since Apr 2021

Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule

Quarterly

Format

Episodic

Hosting

feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

Jo and Melissa practice Nichiren Buddhism, a practical way of turning whatever life throws at you into a source of strength, connection with others and deep joy. They chat with some of the awesome human beings they've met through the practice. Nichiren Daishonin found the great truth at the heart of the Lotus Sutra (one of Siddhattha Gautama / Buddha Shakyamuni's later teachings) - everyone, equally, has the potential to attain Buddhahood, just as they are. This was revolutionary for 13th century Japan, and, let's face it still contentious for some now. Over 800 years later the practice he founded has spread around the world. It's an energising, hands-on approach to transforming your life and the world around you by connecting to the life force at the heart of the universe and everyone else on the planet.

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Recent Episodes

buddhistchats episode 9 trailer

Jun 03, 2026 0m

Coming soon! A mission to love life, in every moment

episode 8: get happy! (by wanting happiness for others)

Sep 13, 2025 42m

Lily Lowe-Myers is one of those buddhists who are an amazing advert for it - seemingly endlessly able summon up light and cheer - with abundant energy to support others. She makes it look effortless.…

buddhistchats episode 8 trailer

Sep 07, 2025 0m

At last a new episode to fill that back-to-school September yearning for a fresh start

episode 7: you can't always get what you want, but you'll get what you need

Mar 29, 2024 31m

Claire Perriam decided to start exploring Buddhism when she had a sudden encounter with death and began to question the meaning of life more deeply. We talk about the concept of 'winning' in Nichiren…

buddhistchats episode 7 teaser

Mar 03, 2024 0m

Finally! Spring is here and after a long hiatus we'll be posting a wonderful chat with Claire Perriam, a dance therapist who has finds buddhism provides a solid framework for approaching life - and…

episode 6: tackling obstacles and using humour as a force for good

Dec 23, 2022 39m

Just in time to end the 2022 on a high, we chat (and laugh a lot) with writer Paul Bassett Davies. We explore the tension between striving to develop more courage, wisdom and compassion, and being…

buddhistchats episode 6 teaser

Dec 21, 2022 0m Trailer

Coming soon! A chat with writer, actor and all round good egg Paul Bassett Davies...

episode 5: taking responsibility for your life and making dreams come true

Sep 24, 2022 38m

Finally a new episode - and it’s worth the wait. Fatima Sessay is a powerhouse of confidence and determination. She shares how a central tenet in buddhism of being responsible for your own life…

buddhistchats episode 5 teaser

Jul 27, 2022 0m Trailer

Coming soon. Fatima Sessay shares how the Buddhist principle of taking full responsibility for your life resonated deeply with her and has led to a life full of amazing victories.

episode 4: transforming loss into fuel for finding strength and joy

Jan 09, 2022 30m

Naomi Stafford shares how practising Nichiren buddhism has led to huge changes in how she approaches life. From fighting fear to striking the balance between striving for big goals whilst loving life…

buddhistchats episode 4 teaser

Jan 07, 2022 0m Trailer

Coming soon. We chat about how Buddhism helps you to strike the balance between gratitude for what you have now and pursuing your biggest dreams...

episode 3: transforming anxiety into unshakeable confidence

Aug 01, 2021 49m

Kelvin O'Mard shares how he’s transformed anxiety and found unshakable confidence in over 30 years of practising Nichiren Buddhism. We cover what Buddhahood actually is, the difference between…

S1E2 episode 2: accepting and finding joy in impermanence

May 30, 2021 43m

Everything comes into existence, lives, then goes back into non-existence. This includes galaxies, us and everyone we love. It's natural - but of course, that doesn't make it much easier to deal…

buddhistchats episode 2 teaser

Apr 27, 2021 0m Trailer

A teaser for a UK-based podcast about Nichiren Buddhism. This episode focuses on how chanting nam myoho renge kyo can help you deal with mortality and live life more fully as a result.

S1E1 episode 1: what is Nichiren buddhism? why it works and how to practice it

Apr 02, 2021 49m

Pascal Coyne has been holding regular study meetings on Zoom during the past year. It’s been wonderful to be able to continue the discussions we have about Buddhism while we couldn’t get together in…

S1 buddhistchats teaser

Apr 02, 2021 1m Trailer

A teaser for a UK-based podcast about Nichiren Buddhism. Buddhists chatting about life, the universe and chanting nam myoho renge kyo to get happy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does buddhistchats have?

buddhistchats has published 16 episodes since April 2021, covering topics in Buddhism, Education.

Is buddhistchats still active?

buddhistchats is currently highly active with new episodes quarterly. Average episode length is 40m.