Bob Thurman Podcast:
Buddhas Have More Fun!
Robert A.F. Thurman
Show overview
Bob Thurman Podcast: has been publishing since 2015, and across the 11 years since has built a catalogue of 381 episodes, alongside 6 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is still active — the most recent episode landed 1 months ago, though releases have slowed compared with earlier in the run. The busiest year was 2018, with 62 episodes published. Published by Robert A.F. Thurman.
From the publisher
Professor Robert A.F. “Bob” Thurman’s official podcast covers diverse topics including Tibetan Buddhism, Buddhist Studies, spirituality, Tibetan Culture, Asian history, philosophy, Eastern Ideas, and His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Latest Episodes
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S1 Ep 345A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Andy Chaleff – Ep. 345
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman sits down with Andy Chaleff to dicuss his work and his book Dying to Live. Andy Chaleff is the author of Dying to […]
S1 Ep 344A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Isa Gucciardi – Ep. 344
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman sits down with Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D. to discuss her work and book Depth Hypnosis. Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D. holds advanced degrees in cultural and linguistic […]
S1 Ep 343A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Annie Bien – Ep. 343
Robert Thurman sits down with Annie Bien co-author of The Magical Adventures of the Sixth Dalai Lama: His Life and Loves for an in-depth discussion of the book and life […]
S1 Ep 342A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Carolyn Sharp – Ep. 342
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman sits down with Carolyn Sharp to discuss relationships, mindfulness and meditation. Carolyn Sharp always knew she wanted a career in helping people. She earned […]
S1 Ep 341A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Ganden Thurman – Ep. 341
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman is joined by Ganden Thurman, his son, for a conversation on the work and mission of Tibet House US. Ganden Thurman is the Executive […]
S1 Ep 340A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Tamala Floyd – Ep. 340
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman is joined by Tamala Floyd for a far ranging conversation on psychotherapy, meditation, ancestors and Tamala’s book Listening When Parts Speak. Tamala Floyd, LCSW, […]
S1 Ep 339A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Osprey Orielle Lake – Ep. 339
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman is joined by Osprey Orielle Lake for a far ranging conversation on mindfulness, meditation, shamanism and Osprey’s book The Story is in the Bones. […]
S1 Ep 338A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Chandra Easton Part Two – Ep. 338
In this podcast Robert A.F. Thurman continues his extended conversation with Chandra Easton author of the new book “Embodying Tara: Twenty-One Manifestations to Awaken Your Innate Wisdom”.
S1 Ep 337A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Matteo Pistono – Ep.337
Matteo Pistono is a writer, meditation teacher, and conscious breathing guide. His Breathe How You Want to Feel: Your Breathing Tool Kit for Better Health, Restorative Sleep, and Deeper Connection is a […]
S1 Ep 336A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Henry Shukman – Ep. 336
Henry Shukman is a teacher in the Sanbo Zen lineage and has trained in various other meditation schools and practices. After a spontaneous spiritual awakening at the age of 19, […]
S1 Ep 335What Made Maharaji Cry?—Rebbe Jesus Mahasiddha, Happy Easter Tribute – Ep. 335
Impromptu talk given at Menla Retreat and Dewa Spa on Easter Weekend 2024 to a gathering of Yogi/nis.
S1 Ep 334Enlightening Democracy: Here & Now One (Part Two Coming Soon) – Ep. 334
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman discusses the importance of democracy and democratic processes to help fight the current challenges being faced globally from climate change to wars in Ukraine […]
S1 Ep 333A Tibet House US Menla Conversation with Chandra Easton – Ep. 333
In this podcast Robert A.F. Thurman sits down to have an extended conversation with Chandra Easton author of the new book “Embodying Tara: Twenty-One Manifestations to Awaken Your Innate Wisdom”.
S1 Ep 332Shambhala, Politics & Climate Change: A Thanksgiving 2023 Message – Ep. 332
In this podcast Robert A.F. Thurman discusses Shambhala, Politics & Climate Change and shares a Thanksgiving 2023 message of hope & gratitude with his listeners.
S1 Ep 331A Tibet House US | Menla Conversation with David H. Rosmarin – Ep. 331
David H. Rosmarin PhD is the author of Thriving with Anxiety: 9 Tools to Make Your Anxiety Work for You (Harper Collins). He is an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, a […]
S1 Ep 330On the 14th Amendment – Ep. 330
In this episode Robert A.F. Thurman discusses the 14th Amendment of the Constitution of the United States as a way for dealing with the political chaos now being created in […]
S1 Ep 329The First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma – Ep. 329
In this episode Robert Thurman discusses the first turning of the wheel of Dharma on Cho-khor Duchen, the day of the Tibetan calendar celebrating the historical Buddha’s first teachings after […]
S1 Ep 328An Invitation to the Vajrayoga Yamantaka Intensive – Ep. 328
A special personal invitation to the upcoming online & in-person initiation and retreat, “Vajrayoga Yamantaka Intensive with His Eminence the 11th Lelung Rinpoche“, from Robert A.F. Thurman. This podcast includes […]
S1 Ep 327Mandala Side Chat – Ep. 327
Opening with a recommendation of the upcoming online event with Jai Dev Singh, “Treasure Teachings from the Naga Dragons: Mahayana Tantra and Kundalini Yoga“, this episode is a heartfelt exploration […]
S1 Ep 326Summer Updates – Ep. 326
In this episode Robert Thurman celebrates summer solstice by sharing updates about his latest book, “Wisdom Is Bliss: Four Friendly Fun Facts That Can Change Your Life”, Tibet’s Fourteenth Dalai […]