The Gay Buddhist Forum by GBF
Buddhism for Liberation and Social Action. We invite teachers from all schools of Buddhism to offer their perspectives on the dharma and its application in modern times, especially for LGBTQIA audiences.
Produced by GBF - The Gay Buddhist Fellowship of San Francisco.
Episodes
908 episodes
Becoming Just Awareness - Dorothy Hunt
What does it mean to “be awareness” rather than simply observing it? Dorothy Hunt invites us to see awareness not as something separate from thoughts, feelings, or experiences, but as the very ground of being that is a...
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Season 30
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Episode 32
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1:00:02
The Multiplicity of Awareness - Eugene Cash
What does it mean to truly awaken—and how do we live with full awareness in every moment, even in the face of impermanence? Eugene Cash's warm, playful, and deeply sincere style invites us into a rich exploration of mi...
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Season 30
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Episode 31
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1:01:16
The Heart, Broken Open - Jennifer Berezan
Jennifer Berezan reflects on the necessity for courage, compassion, and the power of community in uncertain times. Even to simply stop and sit with what is requires bravery—especially amid aging, societal unrest, and personal struggles. ...
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Episode 30
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50:56
The Buddha & Neuroscience - Eve Decker
When seen with clarity, the dharma sheds light on nearly every aspect of our daily lives. In this highly engaging talk, Eve Decker explores in plain language how Buddhist teachings can help us deal with our daily strug...
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Season 30
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Episode 29
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55:40
Self Compassion - Walt Opie
Self-compassion is a vital part of the Buddhist path, especially here in the West. Here, Walt Opie shares personal stories and reflections on how difficult it can be to extend kindness toward ourselves, especially when...
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Season 30
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Episode 28
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55:38
Living with Integrity - Steven Tierney
In this talk, Steven Tierney emphasizes living with integrity as the core of Buddhist practice.He helps us reflect on living a meaningful and compassionate practice that is responsive to our unique life situations while benefittin...
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Season 30
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Episode 27
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1:00:03
The Hard Work of Ethical Conduct - Daigan Gather
In a world rife with violence and intolerance, how do we embody Buddhist ethical practice that balances compassion, wisdom, and courageous action?When we feel overwhelmed by the state of society, Daigan Gaither suggests foc...
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Episode 26
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57:04
What Might Happen - Laura Burges
Laura Burges discusses how being present with our fears can help us break the grip they hold over us so we can develop the courage to live openly and compassionately in uncertain times.Finding Buddhist truths in stories from many ...
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Season 30
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Episode 25
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59:31
The Dharma of Other People - Matthew Brensilver
Human connection brings an inherent amount of suffering with it, so how do we cultivate equanimity in interpersonal relationships?In this talk, Matthew Brensilver reflects on the deep human need for belonging. Yet an unavoi...
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Episode 24
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56:54
Being an Island of Order in a Sea of Disorder - Larry Robinson
As practitioners, how can we respond when things fall apart?Larry Robinson invites us to find refuge and stability amid chaotic and uncertain times by leaning into the core Buddhist teachings and practices. He frames our cu...
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Season 30
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Episode 23
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55:00
Tibeten Lojong Training & Tonglen Practice - Gary Ost
How can we transform suffering and self-centeredness into compassion and wakefulness?In this talk, Gary Ost explores a practical path to emotional freedom and authentic connection -- something that he developed on his perso...
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Season 30
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Episode 22
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1:02:58
Be a Refuge Unto Yourself - David Lewis
How can we simplify our life and our mind amid today’s overwhelming digital distractions and misinformation?Here David Lewis explores the timeless relevance of Buddhist teachings in our modern, often chaotic world. He begin...
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Season 30
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Episode 21
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57:06
The Crucial Role of Renunciation - Danadasa
Renunciation is sometimes misunderstood as involving dramatic sacrifices or rejecting the world.In this talk, Danadasa emphasizes that it’s actually about creating spaciousness in the heart and mind for deeper clarity and connecti...
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Episode 21
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56:54
Living with an Undefended Heart - Mary Stancavage
What does it mean to live with an undefended heart?Here Mary Stancavage’s explores the profound practice of living what she has been investigating for years. She begins by acknowledging that we all build emotional armor as a respo...
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Episode 20
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56:12
Relating to Ourselves and the World - Michaiel Patrick Bovenes
Michaiel Patrick Bovenes invites us on a spiritual journey to reconnect with our “Capital S” Self — the soul’s eternal essence — instead of staying trapped in ego-driven identities shaped by society. He explains that true spirituality is...
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Season 30
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Episode 19
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53:56
Bringing Our Practice to These Difficult Times - Donald Rothberg
How can our Buddhist practice make a difference in the face of all the challenges of the modern world?Drawing on his decades of experience as a teacher, activist, and meditator, Donald Rothberg issues an urgent call to inte...
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Season 30
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Episode 18
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59:34
Shakespeare Dharma - Matthew Perifano
How do the works of Shakespeare echo the teachings of the Buddha?In this heartfelt talk, Matthew Perifano reflects on the transformative power of language as he intertwines his lifelong love of Shakespeare with his journey ...
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Season 30
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Episode 17
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1:00:22
Accepting Impermanence Through Grief - Dave Richo
What role does grief play in our understanding of impermanence? Dave Richo opens with the foundational Buddhist concept of impermanence, reminding us that everything—relationships, beliefs, identities—changes and ends....
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Season 30
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Episode 16
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53:04
Responding to Injustice & Cruelty - Ian Challis
How might we meet the realities of cruelty and injustice with a grounded and compassionate Buddhist perspective?Ian Challis suggests that we first acknowledge that witnessing or experiencing cruelty can generate intense emo...
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Season 30
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Episode 15
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58:13
Let Go and Let God? - Liên Shutt
How does a Buddhist make use of the aphorism "Let go and let God?"Liên Shutt shares a deeply personal and reflective talk centered around the phrase "Let Go and Let God," inspired by a cross-stitch left by her adoptive moth...
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Season 30
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Episode 14
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55:16
Coming Home to the Body - John Martin
How can we use our body to reconnect with the present moment?John Martin gently guides us into the practice of returning to the body as a doorway to presence. He shares how disconnection from the body often means disconnect...
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Season 30
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Episode 13
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1:07:31
How Do We Practice in Chaotic Times? - Daigan Gaither
Even when we see uncertainty and injustice all around us, can we navigate our life with grace and resilience?Daigan Gaither emphasizes that our suffering and confusion are not barriers to practice but the very ground of it....
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Season 30
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Episode 12
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51:34
Practicing with Suffering - JD Doyle
Rather than constantly trying to escape discomfort, can we engage with suffering as a gateway to insight and connection?In this talk, JD Doyle helps us turn directly toward the ever-present reality of suffering in our lives...
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Season 30
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Episode 11
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