Best Simplest State Podcasts (2025)

1
Non-Fiction Addiction 54:18

3h ago54:18

54:18

Our three best friends open the show by demonstrating their technological short comings, however, they do acknowledge that they are lucky, indeed. Although not early adopters of reading (are we surprised?), for the joy of reading the boys share their early experiences reading and learning. The main part of the podcast they each share a brief overvi…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Awakening Right Where You Are 57:48

5d ago57:48

57:48

Original Air Date: September 23, 2021. Eckhart talks with a live audience and urges participants to wake up from the delusion that the things we think will make us happy… won’t. Even if we get everything on our wish-list: wealth, fame, a life of ease, we feel unsatisfied. But Eckhart says the world is not here to make us happy. It’s here to help us…

1
Cheating Scandals in Baseball, and Would YOU Do it?? 50:57

5d ago50:57

50:57

In this episode Terry gives us an overview of three recent scandals in Major League Baseball. While discussing gambling, steroids and sign stealing, the boys ask themselves, "would you do it?" They breakdown the moral issues versus gamesmanship, winning and money. Is it simply a matter of right versus wrong or is there a grey area? Do the three bes…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Releasing Barriers to Presence 54:46

12d ago54:46

54:46

Original Air Date: September 16, 2021 In this podcast, Eckhart talks with a live audience about clearing away the obstacles to presence. Eckhart says the entire universe is awakening and is in the early stages of something vast. We are a part of that. To be spiritually awake, means releasing barriers created by the mind. Eckhart says while the abil…

1
3Sixty’s State of the Union Part 2 45:32

19d ago45:32

45:32

In this episode Dan celebrates a big anniversary and recalls his “secret wedding”, Terry lets us know how he made a memorable first impression when he met Oprah and Jim recalls an epic face plant in the high powered offices of Near North Insurance. Additionally, the three best friends continue their foray into discussing the state of our union, sha…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Presence, Healing and Wholeness 49:31

19d ago49:31

49:31

Original Air Date: September 9, 2021 Eckhart answers questions from a live audience including healthcare professionals: doctors, nurses, and therapists. They ask questions about how to deal with the expectations of their patients who yearn for healing and wholeness. He emphasizes the importance of tending to one’s state of consciousness and getting…

1
3Sixty's State of the Union Part1 49:47

26d ago49:47

49:47

The “Three Best Friends” talk about early career decisions, attempt to breakdown “Project 2025” and provide a tracker (www.project2025.observer.com)to help inform the audience on the status of the policy implementation. TOB provides a semi-rant on plane travel, Dan gives a “Da Pope” shoutout and Jim shares a troubling story about a woman that verba…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Wisdom And Stillness 52:32

26d ago52:32

52:32

Eckhart talks with a live audience about the importance of cultivating wisdom. He says the first step is acknowledging the magnitude of all that we don’t know. Then we step out of our “thinking mind,” with its chronic judgments and interpretations, and step into what he calls aware stillness. It’s there that we have access to a much deeper intellig…

1
Ordinary Heroes: Important people that do the simplest things to make our lives better 40:46

1M ago40:46

40:46

In this episode Terry may have broken his wrist playing softball and Jim is still recovering from a half mile run (well, they are both 62 years old). Dan ponders time travel and in a deeper discussion our guys take a moment to recognize special people in their lives that have made a difference. Coaches, family members and friends that said the righ…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Inner Spaciousness 48:27

1M ago48:27

48:27

Eckhart talks to a live audience about bringing meditation practice, inner spaciousness and what he calls presence, into our everyday lives. However, he cautions against making meditation one more chore on our “To-Do” list. He says so often there is the underlying assumption that we must become good at meditation or succeed at it. That in itself ca…

1
Adult Supervised, Naked High School Swim Class (yeah, that was a thing) 43:04

1M ago43:04

43:04

In this nostalgic episode our sixty somethings reminisce about high school, attending reunions and a traumatic experience from their freshman year that is difficult to imagine and revisit. They also acknowledge the passing of Pope Francis, being vulnerable and Terry proves once again that he is not a curmudgeon.…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Love and Connection 52:26

1M ago52:26

52:26

Original Air Date: August 19, 2021 Eckhart talks with a live audience filled with both patients and healthcare professionals, about the new consciousness emerging in medicine. Eckhart explains why there has been a lack of compassion, time and care of patients. He offers solutions on how doctors can be more fully present with their patients and get …

1
Jeff Santo, Independent Film Maker, Novelist and PodCaster asks, “Why BS at 60 Years Old?” 1:23:11

2M ago1:23:11

1:23:11

The boys welcome their first guest and dear friend, Jeff Santo. Jeff has written, directed and produced several independent films including Liar's Poker, Jake's Corner, Off The Boulevard, Dead In 5 Heartbeats and most famously the critically acclaimed documentary This Old Cub. They discuss their favorite movie experiences and we learn Jeff's origin…

1
The Economics of Politics: Lies, Myths and Fantasies 41:52

2M ago41:52

41:52

This week we dive into the murky waters of Federal Finance! We'll blow the roof of of misconceptions about the federal budget, "trickle-down" economics and answer questions such as "is the US going broke" and "of the two parties, which performs better when it comes to the economy?" Additionally, Terry gets some love from a listener and the guys lea…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Conscious Relationships 43:55

2M ago43:55

43:55

Original Air Date: August 12, 2021 Eckhart talks to an international audience in Greece. He brings his renowned wisdom to everyday concerns: like how to quiet an over-active mind, what is the best way to set boundaries with friends and family and how we can use the practice of presence to create conscious relationships.…

1
Pardon Me! What's wrong with a little felonious activity among friends? 56:15

2M ago56:15

56:15

In this episode Terry leads a discussion on the origins of a "Pardon" and how it has evolved and been used and misused by US Presidents. We learn about first jobs; washing dishes and picking up rocks(?!). Also, can you ever recapture the youthful adrenaline rush of winning a big game? And pleeeeaaasssee(!) don't forget to tip the pizza delivery per…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Love and Connection 48:59

2M ago48:59

48:59

Original Air Date: August 5, 2021 Eckhart Tolle meets with an international audience and answers questions on topics we can all relate to such as: are love and consciousness the same thing? Why do our egos drive us to be separate and define the people in our lives as “other?” He also addresses a subject that troubles parents everywhere…navigating s…

1
The KKK's Plot to Take Over America 43:10

2M ago43:10

43:10

In this episode the boys (our 60 something year old hosts) discuss a historical thriller, A FEVER IN THE HEARTLAND by Timothy Egan, the Pulitzer and National Book Award-winning author that tells the riveting story of the Klan's rise to power in the 1920s, the cunning con man who drove that rise, and the woman who stopped them. Does history repeat i…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Eckhart’s Inner Journey 47:46

2M ago47:46

47:46

Original Air Date: July 29, 2021 Eckhart Tolle shares the story of his own personal journey and the spiritual transformation that led to his groundbreaking work. He recalls his childhood in Germany and Spain, his parents’ tumultuous relationship and subsequent divorce. At the age of 29, he experienced a soul-crushing depression that pushed him to t…

1
How to Improve Elections 44:33

2M ago44:33

44:33

In this episode our three sixty-something hosts and life long friends share how they have voted in several presidential elections. They also take a closer look at our election process and if anything can be done to improve voter participation in our democracy. Additionally, we learn Terry tried out for a softball team, Jim is still recovering from …

1
Parenting; Did You Get a Manual? 34:59

2M ago34:59

34:59

In this episode, the boys share their insights and observations about being parents. With seven young adult kids among them, they offer practical experience. We'll also hear about high school regrets, “gender reveals" and the importance of community & friendship. Lastly, one of them attempts to close the show with a song, yikes!…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Inner Peace 47:00

2M ago47:00

47:00

Original Air Date: July 22, 2021 Eckhart Tolle talks about the path to Inner Peace. He emphasizes that our inner state is not contingent on outer circumstances. Our job is to align with what he calls the “Is-ness” of the present moment, release excessive thinking and refrain from reacting to the external conditions of our lives. We accept whatever …

1
The Social Media Dilemma 39:39

2M ago39:39

39:39

The boys avoid screaming "get off my lawn" as they discuss the pros and cons of Social Media! Based on their personal experiences and in-depth research (ok..a few books and a documentary!) they offer some words of wisdom on ways to use this media and mitigate some of the negative effects. AARP, fake news and constitutional law also get some air tim…

1
The Skinny on Christian Nationalism 38:30

2M ago38:30

38:30

Three lifelong friends with 50 years of history come together weekly to catchup and share their perspectives on today's culture and life lessons. In Episode 1 they discuss Christian Nationalism; what is it? how does it relate to Christianity and today's political climateBy Jim McCauley, Dan Foley & Terry O'Brien

1
Essential Teachings Special: The United States of Awareness 45:06

3M ago45:06

45:06

Original Air Date: July 15, 2021 Eckhart Tolle talks with a live audience about a phenomenon he sees unfolding: which is the awakening of individuals around the world. He jokes that he could call them The United States of Awareness. He says awakening humans are like hybrids experiencing a metamorphosis, like caterpillars becoming butterflies. He en…

1
Essential Teachings Special: What Is Essential Is Invisible To The Eye 54:03

3M ago54:03

54:03

Original Air Date: July 8, 2021 Eckhart Tolle begins his talk joking with a live audience about a video game reviewed in the New York Times called Stillness. He laughs and wonders if his work is having an impact on mainstream culture after all. He says one thing is certain, the world is definitely growing in awareness. Eckhart ponders the fact that…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Purpose of Existence 49:14

3M ago49:14

49:14

Original Air Date: July 21, 2021 Eckhart Tolle touches on the purpose of human existence which he sees as evolutionary, awakening, to become fully human. He then answers related questions from a live audience on a wide range of topics: How much of our lives are within our control? Can we really plan for the future? How do we deal with the pain-body…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Dealing With Expectations 50:01

3M ago50:01

50:01

Original Air Date: June 24, 2021 In this podcast, Eckhart Tolle answers questions from a live audience about issues we all can relate to… like what to do when we compare ourselves to others, how to turn family arguments into opportunities for conscious relationships and how anger can actually be used as a tool for spiritual growth. Eckhart says com…

1
Essential Teachings Special: The Time is Always Now 52:33

3M ago52:33

52:33

Original Air Date: June 17, 2021 Eckhart Tolle talks with a live audience about the importance of living in the now. Drawing on ideas from his best-selling book, The Power of Now, Eckhart encourages participants not to linger on past mistakes, but to learn from them and then let them go. He says we must remember that there is only ever now, not as …

1
Essential Teachings Special: Transcending Our Stories 45:58

4M ago45:58

45:58

Original Air Date: June 10, 2021 Eckhart Tolle talks with a live audience about our tendency to manufacture stories...about ourselves and others; our desperate need to be right and to make others wrong. Eckhart says having a story actually strengthens the ego and keeps us stuck. However, we don’t have to stay there. He says we can learn to shift ou…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Practice of Presence 43:06

4M ago43:06

43:06

Original Air Date: May 21, 2021 Eckhart Tolle elaborates on the paradox of order and chaos that exists in our world. For many of us, especially this past year, living through the pandemic has wreaked havoc on our lives. We’ve experienced loss of socializing, income and perhaps the loss of someone we love. While we might be tempted to despair, Eckha…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Transforming Our Consciousness Through Adversity 31:52

4M ago31:52

31:52

Original Air Date: May 27, 2021 Eckhart Tolle says that we should not panic when life’s difficulties arise. He says adversity actually plays a critical role in the evolution of our consciousness. Without it we would not learn to lead what he calls an awakened life. Eckhart quotes an ancient Roman aphorism: Per Aspera Ad Astra... which translates in…

1
Essential Teachings Special: Challenging Times Can Awaken Us 37:19

4M ago37:19

37:19

Original Air Date: May 21, 2021 Eckhart Tolle shares his wisdom on living through challenging times. Whether it’s political upheaval, the pandemic or a personal crisis, Eckhart explains why adversity can actually help us to awaken to the deeper dimension of who we are.By Oprah

1
Essential Teachings Special: The Paradox of Order and Chaos 43:44

5M ago43:44

43:44

Original Air Date: May 21, 2021 Eckhart Tolle elaborates on the paradox of order and chaos that exists in our world. For many of us, especially this past year, living through the pandemic has wreaked havoc on our lives. We’ve experienced loss of socializing, income and perhaps the loss of someone we love. While we might be tempted to despair, Eckha…

1
Disorder Precedes Transcendence 32:13

5M ago32:13

32:13

In this podcast, Eckhart talks with an audience in Hawaii and then answers questions. Someone asks if the human race is going to survive. Eckhart explains if humanity is aligned with the purpose of the universe, which is the evolution of consciousness, we will continue. He says what needs to happen is that a sufficient number of people reach the ne…

1
What We Call My Life Is a Mental Fiction 34:20

5M ago34:20

34:20

In this episode, Eckhart elaborates on the narratives we create called My Life. He says these stories are really a work of fiction. It’s like we’re following a script. We play our part and go through all the motions. He explains when we identify with these scripts, we’re unconscious and stuck in the grip of the ego. These patterns may go back gener…

1
Reclaiming Consciousness from The Mind 39:44

6M ago39:44

39:44

In this episode, Eckhart talks about the Being dimension which is where we find our true essence. However, for many of us Eckhart says our beingness gets lost in thinking. Our job is to separate the two. We reclaim consciousness from the mind because he explains this separation is the essence of all spiritual practice. Eckhart describes his own awa…

1
Pain Is the Touchstone To All Spiritual Growth 31:11

6M ago31:11

31:11

In this podcast, Eckhart talks about how difficult life circumstances often trigger awakening. Whether it’s a life-threatening disease, loss of a loved one or break up of a marriage he says pain is the touchstone to all spiritual growth. Eckhart says many people eventually become grateful for their problems because without them they would not evolv…

1
We Are Part of a Vast Evolutionary Movement 35:14

6M ago35:14

35:14

In this episode, Eckhart explains that it is the destiny of all people to awaken from the conditioning of their minds and to free themselves from compulsive thinking. He explains when we resist awakening, we create suffering for ourselves and others. But even then difficulties can eventually bring about spiritual growth. He says the process is grad…

1
There Is Beauty in The Simplest Things 34:40

6M ago34:40

34:40

In this episode, Eckhart talks with an audience in Prague. He explains what happens as we become more conscious. He says we suddenly recognize our Beingness, in addition to the human aspect of ourselves. We become aware of the transcendent realm that Eckhart describes as an emanation from the one source of universal consciousness. Eckhart says we c…

1
Liberation From the Ego Is The End Of Suffering 38:45

6M ago38:45

38:45

In this podcast, Eckhart talks further about a necessary shift in consciousness. Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, Christianity and Hinduism all point to this message. Collectively, we’ve been reaching toward enlightenment for millennia. The Buddha taught that we are here to awaken. Jesus also emphasized the importance of staying awake. Each of these tradi…

1
The Search for Identity 30:42

7M ago30:42

30:42

In this podcast, Eckhart talks with an audience in Prague. He explains that most people are searching for an identity. For many that leads to disappointment. Eckhart uses the word dukkha which in Buddhism means suffering. He explains most of us are consumed with thoughts about our problems which become part of our identity. We also define ourselves…

1
Freedom From Reactivity 38:57

7M ago38:57

38:57

In this episode, Eckhart talks further about freeing ourselves from the ego. He says while it served a powerful purpose for our spiritual growth, it’s now time to let it go. Eckhart explains one of the pitfalls of the ego is our emotional reactivity. He says challenges have the potential to pull us into anger and fear. When we react, we’re at the m…

1
Sensing The Sacredness of The Universe 37:27

7M ago37:27

37:27

In this episode, Eckhart talks about the two different aspects of knowing: conceptual knowing and a deeper kind of intuitive knowing. He says indigenous cultures and people in the ancient world were deeply familiar with the idea that everything has a soul. They shared a profound empathy with nature and felt its aliveness. Eckhart says we have lost …

1
Love The Is-Ness of The Present Moment, No Matter What 33:52

7M ago33:52

33:52

In this podcast, Eckhart says as we grow spiritually, we approach the challenges in our lives differently. We may encounter obstacles or difficult people, but he says we don’t get discouraged. We should face the issue in front of us consciously because we’ve learned to accept the present moment with ease. The ego believes fighting against situation…

1
Taking Action as A Spiritual Practice 32:52

8M ago32:52

32:52

In this episode, Eckhart talks with an audience in Hawaii. He jokes that while many are reluctant to leave the island paradise, their task is to bring expanded consciousness to every area of their lives. Eckhart explains as awareness grows, we add a dimension of presence to everything we do. We may work the same job, but we do it in a different way…

1
The Difficult People In Your Life Are A Catalyst For Change 35:51

8M ago35:51

35:51

In this episode, Eckhart explains once we accept that life is here to challenge us, we can let go of our resistance. When adversity shows up, including the difficult people in our lives, we can recognize them as a catalyst for change. Eckhart says no one can act beyond their level of consciousness. And when we expect others to be more aware than th…

1
Know Thyself 33:09

8M ago33:09

33:09

In this episode, Eckhart unveils more of his unique wisdom. He elaborates on knowing one’s self beyond our conceptual identity. He explains we all have an image of ourselves defined by our bodies, clothes, careers, and the voice in the head which he describes as the narratives we create to interpret the world. All these things contribute to our sen…

1
Be In The World, But Not Of It 40:49

8M ago40:49

40:49

In this podcast, Eckhart discusses the Horizontal and the Vertical dimensions as he has in previous talks. Eckhart explains the Horizontal is the realm of our everyday lives, where we experience the world with our senses, doing and thinking. Then there’s the Vertical or the transcendent which is where we have the root of our being. Eckhart says it’…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Simplest State Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen