Episodes 39
Avg. Duration 59m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Oct 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Monthly
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Episodic
Consistency
56%
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About This Podcast

The Secular Dharma Foundation is 501(c)(3) organization. The mission of the Secular Dharma Foundation is to foster the advancement of emotional and psychological well-being through the education and integration of mindfulness, psychology, and various therapeutic modalities. We provide educational tools and resources, mindfulness and emotional skills training through online resources, lectures, workshops, trainings and retreats. Programs developed by the Secular Dharma Foundation are inspired by advancements and innovations made within science and contemplative traditions. As humankind continues to face new and complex challenges in the areas of psychological and emotional suffering, we are committed to addressing the needs within mental health, trauma and addiction. This podcast reflections the conversations and lectures dedicated to the themes and topics of our mission.

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Recent Episodes

Mark Miller: Dialog

Jun 01, 2026 1h 1m

Joining us today is a brilliant philosopher of cognition and cognitive scientist: Dr. Mark Miller. Mark earned his PhD and Master’s degrees in Philosophy from the University of Edinburgh under the…

Mitch Takefman: Interview

May 04, 2026 55m

Mitch Takefman has spent more than fifty years in contemplative practice, drawing from dharma, mindfulness, ethics, and the wisdom traditions of multiple lineages. He is the author of six books,…

David Garcia: Interview

Mar 23, 2026 57m

"David Garcia is the founder of Off-Grid Retreats, a San Francisco nonprofit aiming to make nature practice accessible to all. His inspiration comes from his own practice in the Insight tradition,…

Mirabai Bush: Interview

Mar 18, 2026 52m

Mirabai Bush is an American author, social entrepreneur, teacher, and spiritual leader, recognized for her pioneering role in integrating mindfulness and contemplative practices into secular sectors…

Mike Slott/Secular Buddhist Network: Interview

Mar 01, 2026 1h

Mike Slott from the Secular Buddhist Network joins us again, for another discussion. https://secularbuddhistnetwork.org/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-secular-buddhist/id333093081

Lecture and Dialog: Cult of Trauma

Feb 23, 2026 58m

The Cult of Trauma: Evaluating Negative Impacts on Addiction Treatment Efficacy Currently, there is a trend in addiction treatment services to view recovery as unobtainable without first ‘resolving…

Lecture and Dialog Series: Jay Michaelson

Jan 31, 2026 58m

To sign up for upcoming sessions, you can do so HERECurrent understanding of the meaning crisis argues that contemporary Western society is facing a deepening and pervasive psychological distress.…

Interview: Brian Dean Williams

Jun 10, 2025 55m

Brian Dean Williams is a meditation teacher, registered clinical counsellor, and approved clinical supervisor. With a background in activism and community organizing, he went to his first meditation…

Lecture and Dialog: Erin Treat

Apr 30, 2025 54m

Erin is a Buddhist teacher and organizational leader. She serves as Guiding Teacher of Vallecitos Mountain Retreat Center and served as Guiding Teacher of the Durango Dharma Center. She teaches at…

Linda Modaro & Nelly Kaufer: Interview

Apr 08, 2025 53m

To find out more, see the links below. Reflective MeditationSati SanghaPine Street SanghaReflective Counsel

Lecture and Dialogue Series: John Peacock

Mar 31, 2025 1h 10m

Historical, theoretical, and practical applications of the teachings of abhidharma are discussed. https://seculardharmafoundation.com/programs/

Rochelle Calvert: Interview/Dialogue

Mar 10, 2025 57m

Rochelle Calvert, PhD, CMT, SEP, licensed clinical psychologist, certified mindfulness teacher, somatic experiencing practitioner has a devoted love to share the power and healing potential of…

Jay Michaelson: Lecture and Dialogue Series

Feb 24, 2025 55m

What is Realistic Dharma?During this live event we will explore two questions. The session will be 90 minutes. 1. In what ways can contemporary Buddhism and Dharma practice be misleading in the…

Jessica Morey: Interview

Feb 03, 2025 55m

Dave and Jessica have been practicing for almost 30 years and share very similar Dharma roots. Jess Morey is a meditation teacher and contemplative coach. https://jessicamorey.org/She began…

Lecture and Dialog Series: Stephen Batchelor

Jan 27, 2025 59m

Two questions are explored in dialog between Dave Smith and Stephen Batchelor 1. What is a secular approach to the dharma?2. How can this approach alter, enhance, or challenge our practice in a…

Maureen Fallon-Cyr: Interview

Nov 25, 2024 51m

Maureen Fallon-Cyr, LCSW is a clinical social worker, meditation teacher, and certified Hakomi therapist. She has worked as a mindfulness-based psychotherapist with children and adults for over 30…

Mike Slott: Interview

Nov 04, 2024 57m

Mike Slott is a lifelong US political and labor movement activist. A Buddhist practitioner since 2010, he is the editor of the Secular Buddhist Network website, responsible for their newsletter,…

Interview: Jay Michaelson

May 13, 2024 1h 1m

Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson works at the intersection of politics, law, and contemplative practice.  A journalist, meditation teacher, and professor, Jay is the author of ten books and over three…

Amma Thanasanti: Interview

Apr 15, 2024 56m

Amma Thanasanti first encountered the Dharma in 1979. As a former Buddhist nun of 26 years, she combines the precision and rigor of Ajahn Chah Forest Tradition, compassion, pure awareness practices…

Oren Jay Sofer: Interview

Mar 18, 2024 1h 7m

Oren has practiced meditation in the early Buddhist tradition since 1997, beginning his studies in Bodh Gaya, India with Anagarika Munindra and Godwin Samararatne. He is a long-time student of Joseph…

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