The Buddhist Recovery Network Podcasts are a medium through which the BRN is sharing recovery wisdom and Dharma.
Podcasts are comprised of both BRN academy talks from some of the leading teachers in the field of Buddhist recovery, as well as original programming with themes like addiction, alcoholism, gratitude, joy, race, gender, and compulsive behaviours.
We have many exciting projects lined up including a series of conversations between Vimalasara, BRN President, and other leaders in Buddhist Recovery.
Listen at your leisure to any of the podcasts below, just click on the podcast title.
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Wisdom and Recovery: Walt Opie’s Transformative Path
In this episode of the Buddhist Recovery Network podcast, host Beth Herzig speaks with Walt Opie, the board president of the Buddhist Recovery Network. Walt shares his journey through recovery, his introduction to Buddhism and meditation, and his experiences teaching in prisons. The conversation explores the intersection of Buddhist teachings and recovery, the importance of…
From War to Wisdom: A Journey of Sobriety and Spirituality. Claude AnShin Thomas on Recovery
Join Kevin Griffin and Claude AnShin Thomas as they delve into the profound intersections of sobriety and spirituality. In this episode, Claude shares his transformative journey from a Vietnam veteran to a Zen Buddhist monk, highlighting the essential role of spiritual practice in recovery. Discover how the teachings of the Dharma and the 12-step program…
Cathryn Jacob on Recovery, Dharma, and the Power of Belonging
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Cathryn Jacob—retired doctor, meditation teacher, and co-founder of Raft to Recovery. Cathryn shares her personal recovery journey and how Buddhist practice, psychology, and neuroscience come together in her work supporting others on the path of healing. A board member of the Buddhist Recovery Network, Cathryn brings both professional…
Not Scratching the Itch: Buddhist Recovery and Hardcore Truths with Mikey Livid
⚠️ Trigger Warning:This episode contains discussion of suicide, grief, and traumatic loss. Please listen with care. In this powerful and unflinchingly honest episode, Buddhist teacher and punk rocker Mikey Livid shares his journey from bar fights and blackout nights to Buddhist practice, pastoral counseling, and teaching on death row. Mikey speaks with raw compassion about…
70: BRN #70: “Middle Path Recovery Project” feat. Pawo Dorje — Evidence-Based Healing, Embracing Harm Reduction, Self-Defining Your Sobriety
📝 Episode Description: In this deeply personal and illuminating conversation, we welcome Pawo Dorje, a recovery coach, dharma practitioner, and the founder of the Middle Path Recovery Project (MPRP). With nearly 15 years of lived recovery experience and decades of spiritual and personal growth, Pawo brings a grounded and compassionate voice to the world of…
69: BRN #69. Freddie Lara ❖ The Role of Shame in Relapse, Spirituality, Mentorship & Recovery
Freddie Lara is a Latinx Actor and Acting Coachbased in the LA area and is involved with Recovery Dharma. Growing up in an environment of instability, violence, and shame, he shares about his early struggles and what recovery is like now. • instagram.com/freddielaraactorsstudio