Best Maria Zen Podcasts (2026)

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Dharma Talk: “The Boundless Way” with Maria Habito 25:40

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Maria turns to Mumonkan Case 7, Joshu’s “Wash your Bowl”, his advice to a newcomer who earnestly asked him for instruction about the way. How does this simple instruction reflectBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Boundless Way” with Maria Habito 25:40

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Maria turns to Mumonkan Case 7, Joshu’s “Wash your Bowl”, his advice to a newcomer who earnestly asked him for instruction about the way. How does this simple instruction reflectBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Freedom and the Sound of the Bell” with Carolyn Seburn 24:40

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How do we reconcile the wondrous and borderless reality of the essence with the messiness of our everyday lives? Are changing diapers, checking a phone or driving to work reallyBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Freedom and the Sound of the Bell” with Carolyn Seburn 24:40

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How do we reconcile the wondrous and borderless reality of the essence with the messiness of our everyday lives? Are changing diapers, checking a phone or driving to work reallyBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Nothing Lacking” with Scott Thornton 26:11

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In this talk, Scott takes up Case 10 of the Mumonkon, “Seizei the Poor.” Recorded on November 6th, 2025 Please consider supporting Mountain Cloud with a donation or becoming aBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Nothing Lacking” with Scott Thornton 26:11

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In this talk, Scott takes up Case 10 of the Mumonkon, “Seizei the Poor.” Recorded on November 6th, 2025 Please consider supporting Mountain Cloud with a donation or becoming aBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Bring me the Rhinoceros” with Valerie Forstman and Natalie Goldberg 52:43

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For this talk, Valerie is joined by friend, author, artist, and dharma teacher, Natalie Goldberg. Together, Natalie and Valerie take up case 25 in the Book of Equanimity or ShoyorokuBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Bring me the Rhinoceros” with Valerie Forstman and Natalie Goldberg 52:43

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For this talk, Valerie is joined by friend, author, artist, and dharma teacher, Natalie Goldberg. Together, Natalie and Valerie take up case 25 in the Book of Equanimity or ShoyorokuBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “How to See in the Dark” with Valerie Forstman 35:53

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This talk begins with the question, ‘What is it to be human?’ When Siddhartha Gautama was 29 years old, he leapt beyond the palace walls of his rarified life in search of an answer to this question. One of Shakyamuni Buddha’s earliest teachings points the way towards what he discovered: Stop and see. Stop the conditioned activity of our discursive …

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Dharma Talk: “How to See in the Dark” with Valerie Forstman 35:53

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This talk begins with the question, ‘What is it to be human?’ When Siddhartha Gautama was 29 years old, he leapt beyond the palace walls of his rarified life in search of an answer to this question. One of Shakyamuni Buddha’s earliest teachings points the way towards what he discovered: Stop and see. Stop the conditioned activity of our discursive …

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Dharma Talk: “Everywhere You Turn” with Valerie Forstman 49:06

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This talk takes up case 34 in the Blue Cliff Record or Hekiganroku, “Kyozan’s ‘Not Wandering,’” as a guide to that exploration. Kyozan (Yangshan) asks a monk, “Where have youBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Everywhere You Turn” with Valerie Forstman 49:06

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This talk takes up case 34 in the Blue Cliff Record or Hekiganroku, “Kyozan’s ‘Not Wandering,’” as a guide to that exploration. Kyozan (Yangshan) asks a monk, “Where have youBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Zen Practice: Sweeping the Ground of our Lives” with Valerie Forstman 37:16

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In this talk, Valerie returns to the basics of Zen practice beginning with a beloved verse by the renowned 8th century Chinese poet, Li Po. The poem is both a practiceBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Zen Practice: Sweeping the Ground of our Lives” with Valerie Forstman 37:16

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In this talk, Valerie returns to the basics of Zen practice beginning with a beloved verse by the renowned 8th century Chinese poet, Li Po. The poem is both a practiceBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The humanity of our life in a borderless now” with Valerie Forstman 37:48

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In this talk, Valerie begins with the poetry of love and loss as a portal to a saying from the eminent 9th century Chan/Zen master Joshu (Zhaozhou) about the timelessnessBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The humanity of our life in a borderless now” with Valerie Forstman 37:48

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In this talk, Valerie begins with the poetry of love and loss as a portal to a saying from the eminent 9th century Chan/Zen master Joshu (Zhaozhou) about the timelessnessBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “It’s Alive!” with Scott Thornton 23:46

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Scott’s talked is based on one of Joshu’s sayings. When asked “What is meditation?” he responded, “Non-meditation.” When asked how that could be, he said, “It’s alive! It’s alive!” RecordedBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “It’s Alive!” with Scott Thornton 23:46

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Scott’s talked is based on one of Joshu’s sayings. When asked “What is meditation?” he responded, “Non-meditation.” When asked how that could be, he said, “It’s alive! It’s alive!” RecordedBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Great Matter: Arriving in the Light of Day” with Valerie Forstman 45:48

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Fresh home from a memorial service for a beloved mentor and on the heels of the flooding in Texas, Valerie turns to case 41 of the Hekiganroku or Blue CliffBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Great Matter: Arriving in the Light of Day” with Valerie Forstman 45:48

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Fresh home from a memorial service for a beloved mentor and on the heels of the flooding in Texas, Valerie turns to case 41 of the Hekiganroku or Blue CliffBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The World and Us” with Henry Shukman 47:05

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In this talk, Henry explores our place in the world through koans and poems. Please consider supporting Mountain Cloud with a donation or becoming a member so we can continueBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The World and Us” with Henry Shukman 47:05

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In this talk, Henry explores our place in the world through koans and poems. Please consider supporting Mountain Cloud with a donation or becoming a member so we can continueBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Falling into the Heart of the World” with Valerie Forstman 35:53

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In this first teisho since returning from the North American Sanbo Zan sesshin led by Yamada Ryoun Roshi, Valerie takes up Case 4 in the Shoyoroku or Book of Serenity,By Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Falling into the Heart of the World” with Valerie Forstman 35:53

6M ago35:53

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In this first teisho since returning from the North American Sanbo Zan sesshin led by Yamada Ryoun Roshi, Valerie takes up Case 4 in the Shoyoroku or Book of Serenity,By Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Practice of Insight Dialogue” with Nicola Redfern 58:08

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Insight Dialogue (ID) is a relational meditation practice for developing awareness, compassion and wisdom. It is designed to help us awaken together and integrate our understanding of Dharma teachings inBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Practice of Insight Dialogue” with Nicola Redfern 58:08

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Insight Dialogue (ID) is a relational meditation practice for developing awareness, compassion and wisdom. It is designed to help us awaken together and integrate our understanding of Dharma teachings inBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Homecoming: Not a single step taken” with Valerie Forstman 44:35

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In this first dharma talk after returning from a monthlong mini-ango in Germany, Valerie turns to the final case in the Mumonkan or Gateless Gate, “Kempo’s One Way,” a koanBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Homecoming: Not a single step taken” with Valerie Forstman 44:35

7M ago44:35

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In this first dharma talk after returning from a monthlong mini-ango in Germany, Valerie turns to the final case in the Mumonkan or Gateless Gate, “Kempo’s One Way,” a koanBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Why I Love the Three Poisons” with David Loy 48:24

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In this talk, David explores the depth and application of this teaching to our modern lives. He notes, “We often do not appreciate that the three poisons is a profoundBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “Why I Love the Three Poisons” with David Loy 48:24

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In this talk, David explores the depth and application of this teaching to our modern lives. He notes, “We often do not appreciate that the three poisons is a profoundBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “How to Disappear” with Katie Arnold 38:24

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Katie Arnold tells a story from her upcoming book How to Disappear about an arduous and illuminating long distance run in the high country. Katie Arnold is the author ofBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “How to Disappear” with Katie Arnold 38:24

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Katie Arnold tells a story from her upcoming book How to Disappear about an arduous and illuminating long distance run in the high country. Katie Arnold is the author ofBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Eightfold Path and Tribal Spirituality” with Karen Waconda-Lewis 1:20:26

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This talk was offered by Karen Waconda-Lewis at Mountain Cloud Zen Center on May 22nd, 2025. Karen discusses how the Noble Eightfold Path connects with Tribal spirituality. Please consider supportingBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen

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Dharma Talk: “The Eightfold Path and Tribal Spirituality” with Karen Waconda-Lewis 1:20:26

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This talk was offered by Karen Waconda-Lewis at Mountain Cloud Zen Center on May 22nd, 2025. Karen discusses how the Noble Eightfold Path connects with Tribal spirituality. Please consider supportingBy Henry Shukman: Associate Master Sanbo Zen