BRN Podcast: Buddhist Recovery Network
The BRN Podcast brings together teachers, leaders, and peers from different recovery lineages and approaches. In addition to substance addictions, we are committed to the inclusion of process addictions (AKA non-substance or behavioral addictions) as an essential part to the whole discussion of recovery. Join us as we explore themes like: Mindfulness. Gratitude. Compassion. Appreciation. The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of BRN and its employees.
Episodes
What happens when nature becomes part of our recovery practice?
In this episode of the Buddhist Recovery Network Podcast, Beth speaks with Paula Snow, Program Director of Off-Grid Retreats, about recovery, Buddhist practice, community, and the healing possibilities of spending intentional time in nature.
Paula shares how meditation and recovery have shaped her life and work. She describes the care that goes into creating retreats whe...
ABOUT JULIA M. HAYES
Julia Hayes is an author, storyteller, teacher, and self-described ember keeper whose work centers on spiritual empowerment through mindfulness, creativity, and community.
A Buddhist practitioner for more than 30 years, Julia draws from Buddhist teachings, Celtic mysticism, ancient stories, and personal experience. She has been involved in Buddhist-inspired recovery for nearly a decade and facilitates communities...
https://buddhistrecoverysummit.org/
Matthew Hahn sat with his first sangha as a prisoner in Folsom State Prison, where he experienced the power of the Dharma to alleviate suffering. Since coming home in 2012, he has practiced principally within the Insight Tradition and is mentored by his primary teacher, Matthew Brensilver. He is a co-founder of the Recovery Dharma program, a facilitator for the Mindful Prisons Program in San Quent...
⚠️Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicidal ideation
In this episode of the BRN podcast, host Beth Herzig speaks with Chris Warner, a therapist and board member of the Buddhist Recovery Network. Chris shares her personal journey of recovery from addiction, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, trauma awareness, and community support. She discusses how her spiritual practices have intertwined with her recover...
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 community, and the upcoming summit focused on Buddhist too...
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 intertwine to offer healing and growth, and explore the power of mindfulness i...
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 insight and lived experience to her teaching. We explore ...
⚠️ 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 grief, addiction, and the punk scene that first gave him per...
📝 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 Buddhist recovery.
From his early days navigating addiction to ...
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
Podcast Notes:
Vince Cullen shares his journey into recovery and Buddhism, which led him to develop programs, host retreats, and help others find a new way of life.
An ex-alcoholic, Vince has been involved in Buddhist-oriented drug and alcohol recovery since 1998 and has a long association withWat Thamkrabok monastery in Thailand, where he has twice taken temporary ordination. He founded and facilitatesFifth Precept Sangha meditation...
•SoulsCenter.com/weekly-offerings.html 👉 join Recovery Dharma & other online offerings
•SoulsCenter.com/SatiSeva 👉 join SatiSeva online: Support for Families, Friends, Professionals, Addicts (All are Truly Welcome)
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Julia Hayes is an ember keeper. She lights small fires wherever she goes as way of illuminating the wonder and joy of life.
Her focus is spiritual empowerment th...
Whether you’re struggling with addiction, grief, or finding your path forward, Chris Beaudry’s story is a beacon of hope: proof that from the depths of despair can emerge profound growth and purpose.
Chris Beaudry is a renowned public speaker and mental health advocate with a deeply personal and transformative story. Drawing from his background in mental health, grief, addiction recovery, and psychology, Chris brings an ...
Today's Guest:Susanna Ahvalo
Susanna Ahvalo is an addiction expert and mindfulness instructor from Helsinki, Finland. She combines Positive Psychology, trauma-informed methods, and mindfulness to explore the roots of suffering behind addictive behaviors and the path to living a values-driven, authentic life. Susanna is training for ordination at the Triratna Buddhist Center.
Check out abeautiful video from Susanna with students about...
Today's Guest: Sitaram Dass (K. Sandin, LCSW)
Sitaram Dass spent several years serving his beloved teacher Ram Dass on Maui, where he was shown the path of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of service and devotion.
As the Director of theSacred Community Project, he works to lower the barriers of access to contemplative and devotional practices through affordable, free, and donation-based offerings, spiritual support, and prison outreach. He is a...
Today's Guest: Shawna Adkins
Shawna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Oakland, California. She supports adults on their wellness journeys, helping them reconnect with their Buddha Nature. She also enjoys dancing, DIY projects, and gardening.
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(PREVIOUSLY: Welcome back to the Buddhist Recovery Network podcast! Before we dive in, check out our revamped web...
Celebrated Recovery Teacher and Author Kevin Griffin - on Recovery
🗺️Need a Meeting? 👉buddhistrecovery.org/meetings
Thelargest, up-to-date, comprehensiveBuddhist recovery meeting list.Hundreds of meetings across various Buddhist programs. (Both Online & In-Person meetings.)
📺Looking for a good Dharmatalk (on Recovery?) 👉buddhistrecovery.org/academy
Though Dharmatalks are aplenty, it's rare to find ones that speak di...
Everyday can be a New year - cultivating JOY
🗺️Need a Meeting? 👉buddhistrecovery.org/meetings
Thelargest, up-to-date, comprehensiveBuddhist recovery meeting list.Hundreds of meetings across various Buddhist programs. (Both Online & In-Person meetings.)
📺Looking for a good Dharmatalk (on Recovery?) 👉buddhistrecovery.org/academy
Though Dharmatalks are aplenty, it's rare to find ones that speak directly to our addictio...
Musings from some of the BRN Board Members
🗺️Need a Meeting? 👉buddhistrecovery.org/meetings
Thelargest, up-to-date, comprehensiveBuddhist recovery meeting list.Hundreds of meetings across various Buddhist programs. (Both Online & In-Person meetings.)
📺Looking for a good Dharmatalk (on Recovery?) 👉buddhistrecovery.org/academy
Though Dharmatalks are aplenty, it's rare to find ones that speak directly to our addi...
Teachings from the Venerable Pannavati
🗺️Need a Meeting? 👉buddhistrecovery.org/meetings
Thelargest, up-to-date, comprehensiveBuddhist recovery meeting list.Hundreds of meetings across various Buddhist programs. (Both Online & In-Person meetings.)
📺Looking for a good Dharmatalk (on Recovery?) 👉buddhistrecovery.org/academy
Though Dharmatalks are aplenty, it's rare to find ones that speak directly to our ad...
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