The Road Home with Ethan Nichtern

Ethan Nichtern

English Buddhism Religion & Spirituality Spirituality

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Episodes 178

Avg. Duration 51m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 4.7 (132)

Since Jun 2018

Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks

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58%

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About This Podcast

The Road Home podcast with author and teacher is Ethan Nichtern is a contemporary exploration of Buddhist teachings and conversation with thought leaders interested in Psychology, Art, Culture, and Politics through the lens of mindfulness practice. Since 2002, Ethan has taught meditation and Buddhist psychology classes and workshops around the United States and online. He is the author of multiple books, including The Road Home: A Contemporary Exploration of The Buddhist Path. He is currently the head of the Yearlong Buddhist Studies Program for Dharmamoon.com. More info at EthanNichtern.com

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Recent Episodes

S1E178 Ep. 178 - What Acceptance Means (and What It Doesn't)

Jun 09, 2026 41m

In this solo episode, Ethan takes on the practice of "acceptance." He gets into the nitty gritty of how frequently we spiritual folks misinterpret the meaning of acceptance, turning it into an…

S1E177 Ep. 177 - Love is Messy: The Dharma of Relationships with Devon and Nico Hase

May 27, 2026 1h 8m

Ethan welcomes teachers and authors devon and nico hase to discuss their new book, This Messy, Gorgeous Love: A Buddhist Guide to Lasting Partnership. Devon and nico are a rare pair in the Dharma…

S1E176 Ep. 176 - Loving an Addict and Making Friends with Grief

May 18, 2026 1h 5m

Ethan welcomes author, meditator, entrepreneur and organic farmer Bryan Welch for a heart-opening conversation about grief, loss, and loving someone who can't be saved. In his gripping new memoir,…

S1E175 Ep. 175 - Crucial Questions: What Is The Mind, Anyway? Musings on the relationship between Consciousness and Matter.

May 11, 2026 41m

Hey friends, in this solo episode of The Road Home, I continue my occasional foray into some of the more interesting and important questions that come up while we study and practice with Buddhist…

S1E174 Ep. 174 - Mindfulness in Hell and Making A Dharma Mix Tape with Oneika Mays

Apr 29, 2026 58m

Ethan welcomes yoga/mindfulness teacher Oneika Mays— the author of the great new book Sit With Me— for a fascinating conversation on her personal path through mindfulness, yoga, and wellness…

S1E173 Ep. 173 - Fail Like A Legend: Confidence, Longing, and The Eight Worldly Winds, Revisited

Apr 21, 2026 36m

Hey friends, this is the first episode of The Road Home in a bit. Please remember to check out and sign up for the upcoming Windhorse (Confidence) meditation workshop on Saturday May 2nd (1-5pm ET)…

S1E172 Ep. 172 - Invoking The Muse: Dharma Art with Josh Ritter

Mar 26, 2026 58m

"Intuition doesn't seem to act aggressively." -Josh Ritter Ethan welcomes his friend, contemporary folk musician and novelist Josh Ritter for a conversation about creativity, inspiration,…

S1E171 Ep. 171 - How To Make Use of Your Broken Heart

Mar 18, 2026 49m

Sometimes life breaks your heart. Right now, the world is breaking most of our hearts. And if it isn't breaking your heart, you're not paying attention. But what does a broken heart have to do with…

S1E170 Ep. 170 - Worldly Enlightenment and The Path of The "Householder" with Lou Sharma

Mar 10, 2026 56m

In classic Buddhism, there is often a meaningful emphasis on going very deep into the spiritual life, often through leaving the world behind for long periods of time and even becoming a lifelong yogi…

S1E169 Ep. 169 - On Mindful Democracy with Jeremy David Engels

Feb 26, 2026 52m

What's wrong with democracy these days? Can it be rescued? Can it be made more mindful? Can we work together to build something better? What's the role of compassion in building community? What's the…

S1E168 Ep. 168 - How (and When) Do We Practice Compassion For Those Who Cause Harm?

Feb 16, 2026 51m

Ethan tackles an age-old dharma question: how do we generate compassion for those who do harmful things? Should we even try, or does that make things worse? In the age of ICE lawlessness,…

S1E167 Ep. 167 - The Fire Inside: A Conversation with Dr. Rima Vesely-Flad

Feb 05, 2026 1h 2m

Ethan talks to author, scholar and teacher Dr. Rima Vesely-Flad about her insightful new book The Fire Inside: The Dharma of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde. Mixing scholarship, memoir, and a deep…

S1E166 Ep. 166 - Kindness, Innocence, And Emotional Awareness: A Conversation with Sharon Salzberg

Jan 27, 2026 1h

What is the relationship between Metta (lovingkindness practice) and developing, or rediscovering, a childlike innocence? How can Buddhist meditation help both kids and adults with emotional…

S1E165 Ep. 165 - Against The Stream: Karma, Mindfulness, and The Algorithms We (Don't Have To) Live By

Jan 19, 2026 44m

Ethan continues recent conversations on tech, mindfulness and dharma to examine how much of our karma (ie "habit energy" according to the late master Thich Nhat Hanh) is determined by pre-chosen and…

S1E164 Ep. 164 - What is Engaged Buddhism? A Conversation with Roshi Joan Halifax

Jan 10, 2026 59m

At a recent event in support of Dharma Moon's Yearlong Buddhist Studies program on January 6th, Ethan was joined by the great Roshi Joan Halifax, to discuss the practice, history and theory of…

S1E163 Ep. 163 - The Astrology of 2026: Revolutionary Momentum, Breakthrough and Integration with Juliana McCarthy

Dec 26, 2025 1h 9m

Ethan welcomes back bestselling author and Buddhist Astrologer Juliana McCarthy (Ethereal Culture, The Stars Within You) to dive headfirst into a discussion of the momentous year ahead. They break…

S1E162 Ep. 162 - One Samsara After Another: An End To Gun Violence and The First Precept

Dec 16, 2025 33m

After a heavy weekend on Earth, Ethan discusses violence and gun violence via the mass shootings at his alma mater of Brown University and the Jewish community in Sydney at Bondi Beach, along side…

S1E161 Ep. 161 - Cover The World In Leather - Seeking Stability with Dan Harris

Dec 11, 2025 47m

Ethan welcomes Dan Harris, one of the leading voices in the mindfulness movement, for a live (and lively) conversation about the quest for stability in an unstable world, and to present the 2026…

S1E160 Ep. 160 - The Cosmic Joke: Developing A Sense of Humor Along The Path

Dec 04, 2025 48m

The path of awakening is often treated as serious business for serious people. This approach can make us rigid about our experience of reality, when what we want to develop is greater flexibility,…

S1E159 Ep 159. - Radical Change with Adriana DiFazio

Nov 25, 2025 59m

Ethan is joined by old friend and teacher Adriana DiFazio for a wide ranging discussion of the limitations of a Western Buddhism that focuses on individualism, individual liberation, and "secular"…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Road Home with Ethan Nichtern have?

The Road Home with Ethan Nichtern has published 178 episodes since June 2018, covering topics in Buddhism, Religion & Spirituality.

Is The Road Home with Ethan Nichtern still active?

The Road Home with Ethan Nichtern is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 51m.

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