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The Contemplative Science Podcast

Mark Miller
Psychedelics
Mindfulness
Meditation
Consciousness
Mental Health
Buddhism
Artificial Intelligence
Cognitive Science
Psilocybin
Non-Duality
Dark Retreat
Depression
Compassion
Neuroscience
Ayahuasca
Groundlessness
Psychopathologies
Optimism
Tibetan Buddhism
Contemplative Practices

What can cutting-edge science tell us about spiritual development? And how are ancient contemplative practices helping us to investigate the nature of well-being? On The Contemplative Science Podcast, host Dr. Mark Miller speaks with the real experts, from Monks to Neuroscientists, to get clear on how contemplative practices work and how they might help us improve our lives. Our diverse range of g... more

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In this episode, we explore the role of goal-setting and purposeful behaviour in Buddhist contemplative practice. While many traditions emphasize letting go, Buddhist training is also deeply structured by intentionality, effort, and purposeful cultiv... more

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Paul Condon to explore his new book How Compassion Works and the science behind cultivating compassion that lasts. We discuss what compassion really is, how it can be measured and taught, and why sustaining compas... more

What if understanding pain was a contemplative act? Richmond Stace, creator of Pain Coaching, brings together neuroscience, psychotherapy, and contemplative insights to rethink chronic pain not just as a biological condition, but as a human experienc... more

What does it really mean to be deeply well—not just symptom-free or spiritually polished, but truly grounded, embodied, and alive? In this episode, Dharma teachers Melina Bondy and Arti Mehta explore this question through the lenses of contemplative ... more

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Recent Guests

Nadav Amir
Researcher at the Fields Institute who investigates purposeful behavior and its relation to Buddhism.
Field Institute
Episode: Purposeful Behaviour Through a Buddhist Lens w Nadav Amir
Dr. Paul Condon
Associate Professor of Psychology and leading researcher on compassion
Southern Oregon University
Episode: How Compassion Works w/ Paul Condon
Melina Bondy
Dharma teacher, psychotherapist, former monastic
Plum Village
Episode: Being Deeply Well: Dharma, Discomfort, and the Healing Path w/ Melina Bondy & Arti Mehta
Arti Mehta
Meditation teacher and artist
True North Insight and BCIMS
Episode: Being Deeply Well: Dharma, Discomfort, and the Healing Path w/ Melina Bondy & Arti Mehta
John Makransky
Professor of Comparative Theology at Boston College, ordained lama in the Nyingma Dzogchen tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.
Boston College
Episode: How Compassion Works w/ Lama John Makransky
Rick Repetti
Professor at CUNY University, registered therapist, and meditation teacher with expertise in philosophical counseling.
CUNY University
Episode: Is Meditation Philosophy? w/ Rick Repetti
Andrew Holecek
A scholar and practitioner in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, known for his expertise in lucid dreaming and dark retreats.
Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies, Northeastern University
Episode: Science and Practice of Dark Retreats w/ Andrew Holecek
Adam Safron
Independent researcher exploring consciousness, agency, and AI.
Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies
Episode: Neurons, Networks, and the Nature of Freedom w/ Adam Safron
Norm Farb
Associate professor at the University of Toronto and director at the Regulatory and Effective Dynamics Laboratory.
University of Toronto
Episode: Breaking Free from Mental Ruts: The Science of Sense Foraging w/ Norman Farb

Host

Mark Miller
Host of discussions revolving around mindfulness, well-being, and contemplative practices, engaging a diverse range of experts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Where ancient spiritual practices meet modern pseudoscience

    I was pointed to this podcast through another podcast. I’ve learned a lot about communities of practitioners and their approach to contemplative activities. There are many sober, sensible, and insightful discussions. I am often disappointed though by the caliber of the scientific discussions. It’s a common issue with popular science podcasts that in an effort to distill large bodies of research for a wide audience, important caveats and details are glossed over or go unchallenged. There are issu... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    NeuroMinded
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    An excellent topic and an amazing approach to it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ioannes_shade
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that blend ancient wisdom with modern scientific understanding.

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Is Meditation Philosophy? w/ Rick Repetti
Q: How does meditation relate to philosophy?
Meditation is seen as a form of philosophical practice that contributes to philosophical understanding.
Is Meditation Philosophy? w/ Rick Repetti
Q: What is philosophical counseling?
Philosophical counseling is a method that merges philosophy with psychological practices to help clients understand their issues through a philosophical lens.
The Museum of Meditative Practices w/ Mridula Sathyanarayanan
Q: What are some of the practices included in your meditation course?
The course covers mindfulness, lovingkindness, gratitude, visualization, journaling, and flow state practices.
The Museum of Meditative Practices w/ Mridula Sathyanarayanan
Q: What was the big takeaway from your research on meditation experiences?
The key takeaway was the two characteristics of spaciousness and selflessness defining meditative states, which can mean different things based on context.
Mindfulness in Action: Bridging Healthcare, Education, and Wellbeing w/Elli Weisbaum
Q: What did you find from bringing mindful activities into the physician space?
We found that mindfulness encourages behavioral and cognitive changes that facilitate well-being and improves communication with patients and colleagues.

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