Understanding Buddhism in America

Haiku Hai-Five

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 21:01:00 +0000

Mike reads some of his own Buddhist poetry.

Dhammapada Squash Banana - Mary Kate & Ashley

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 18:59:00 +0000

The first episode in a long series devoted to The Dhammapada, starting with Chapter 1, The Twin Verses.

Philosophy in the Park: Almighty Circuitry

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:29:00 +0000

Mike takes his philosophical musings to Vinoy Park, Florida, this week to ask a possibly-but-probably-not important question.

Return of the Buddha

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 17:42:00 +0000

The final chapter in the story of Buddha.

Oh Dear God

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 21:01:00 +0000

Mike talks about returning to the podcast, and many perspectives on the subject of God.

Buddha Strikes Back

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 21:34:00 +0000

Part 2 of the epic story of how Buddha became a Buddha.

A New Buddha

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:08:00 +0000

Mike begins part 1 of 3 podcasts dedicated to the epic story of Buddha.

Lord of the Pizzas

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 16:39:00 +0000

Desires can be tough to understand and even tougher to manage. Today Mike talks about an easy way to understand and view cravings for what they are and how they influence our lives.

There is No Podcast

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:22:00 +0000

Mike talks about Buddhism in movies, including The Matrix, Star Wars, Kung Fu Panda, and more. He also talks about important moments in Buddhist history.

Four Truths and Eightfold Paths Ago

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 22:30:00 +0000

This episode, Mike will be talking about the Four Noble Truths in detail, explaining common misconceptions and applications to every day life.

No Problemo

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 16:58:00 +0000

Dealing with the stresses of daily life can seem difficult to attempt in a spiritual way. Today's podcast is on how a simple change of heart about the very nature of our problems can help us overcome them with ease.

Enlighten Up

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:17:00 +0000

Today's podcast is about the Buddhist concept of enlightenment. Half of the episode is devoted to explaining enlightenment, while the other half is an account of a personal first-hand experience with realization.

Buddhist Myth-Busting

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 23:44:00 +0000

Mike answers some of the frequently asked questions about Buddhism in this episode. The answers will help establish a basic understanding of some Buddhist concepts and practices.

Back to the Present

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:51:00 +0000

This episode is on the importance of staying in the present. Mike talks about how living in the past or future can cause unnecessary problems, and how exactly we can maintain our awareness of the present.

Non-Attachment

understandingbuddhisminamerica@gmail.com (Michael Goree) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:38:00 +0000

Non-attachment can be a difficult concept to grasp, let alone to utilize in daily life. This episode goes over what non-attachment really means and how it can be used in relationships and situations today.