Beste Damo Mitchell podcasts (2024)

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Ep269: When Qigong Goes Wrong - Damo Mitchell 1:56:29

10d ago1:56:29

1:56:29

In this episode I am once again joined by Damo Mitchell author, teacher, and student of the internal arts of Asia including Tai Chi and Daoist Inner Alchemy.Damo draws on his background in the qi arts, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Western psychology to reveal the causes and symptoms of various types of qi and meditation related problems, inclu…

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Ep270: Wandering Monk - Jina Kusala 1:03:41

3d ago1:03:41

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In this episode, filmed on location in Kathmandu, Nepal, I am joined by Jina Kusala, originally from Norway and now a wandering Theravada monk. Jina tells the story of his traumatic childhood, the mental suffering and instability it caused, and how the Buddhist path provided a means to reckon with the pain.Jina shares encounters with religious lead…

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Ep268: Sitting with Terror - Khandro Kunzang Dechen Chodron 1:41:09

17d ago1:41:09

1:41:09

In this episode I am joined by Khandro Kunzang Dechen Chodron, teacher of Tibetan Buddhism and executive director of Saraswati Bhawan Publications.Khandro Kunzang recalls her childhood samadhi experiences and communications with animal spirits, her meetings with great gurus, and her own path of mystical experiences.Khandro Kunzang recounts stories …

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Ep267: American Chan Master - Gilbert M Gutierrez 1:37:34

24d ago1:37:34

1:37:34

In this episode I am joined by Gilbert M Gutierrez, Chan Buddhism teacher and a dharma heir of Master Sheng Yen.Gilbert recounts his early childhood mystical and meditation experiences, his deep-dive into closed-door internal martial arts and nei gong systems, and the special abilities he both witnessed and unlocked.Gilbert describes the unusual ci…

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Ep266: Meeting of Masters - Guo Gu & Meido Roshi 1:45:48

1M ago1:45:48

1:45:48

In this episode, I host a dialogue between Guo Gu, Chan Buddhist teacher and scholar and author of ‘Silent Illumination: A Chan Buddhist Path to Natural Awakening’, and Meido Roshi, Rinzai Zen Abbot of Korinji Monastery and author of ‘Hidden Zen: Practices for Sudden Awakening and Embodied Realisation’.Guo Gu and Meido Roshi reflect on their long f…

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Ep265: Occult Experiments - Duncan Barford 1:32:38

1M ago1:32:38

1:32:38

In this episode I am joined by Duncan Barford, occult practitioner, counsellor, and author of ‘Occult Experiments in the Home’.Duncan discusses his own journey into the occult including reality-bending experiments with Chaos Magick, invocation of his holy guardian angel, identifying and relating to entities, and meeting his long-time collaborator, …

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Ep264: Vajrayana & Performance Art - Naljorma Tsül'dzin 1:15:53

2M ago1:15:53

1:15:53

In this episode, filmed on location in Boudhanath, Kathmandu, I am joined by Naljorma Tsül'dzin, an internationally acclaimed performance artist and ordained apprentice in the Aro gTer sect of Tibetan Buddhism.Tsül'dzin recalls her childhood in rural Ireland, early cultural and occult explorations, substance abuse and recovery, and her internationa…

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Ep263: My Demon Exorcism - Mattias Daly 3 2:17:48

2M ago2:17:48

2:17:48

In this episode I am once again joined by Mattias Daly, Taoist practitioner and translator of ‘Taoist Inner Alchemy’, published by Shambala.Mattias tells the story of his affliction by a malevolent entity, a demon attached to his ancestral line for generations. Mattias details the progression of his symptoms and his terror as the being began to tak…

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Ep262: Life of Liberation - Dorje 1:37:13

2M ago1:37:13

1:37:13

In this episode, filmed on location in Boudhanath, Kathmandu, I am joined by Dorje, an American Vajrayana practitioner born in 1947.Dorje recounts his childhood in the American South, his move to San Francisco in 1968, and his involvement in the early days of the gay liberation movement. He recalls the arrival of AIDS in 1981, the traumatic deaths …

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DMP #45 - Qigong & Madness 1:03:38

2M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Damo Mitchell in the forests of Sweden, chatting about the recent explosion of poor mental health which resulted from the Covid era. He looks at the nature of believing ones own mind as well as how extreme visualisation within the internal arts may contribute to a loss of sense of reality. The main section of the podcast talks about the difference …

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Ep261: Original Love - Henry Shukman 1:19:45

2M ago1:19:45

1:19:45

In this episode I am once again joined by Henry Shukman, award-winning poet, Zen teacher, and author of ‘One Blade of Grass; a Zen memoir’ and the new book ‘Original Love’. Henry discusses the surprising writing process of ‘Original Love’, the importance of love in spiritual practice, and how to release the heart.Henry describes the 4 major areas o…

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DMP #44 - Principles of Baguazhang 53:21

2M ago53:21

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A podcast (as requested) on the topic of Baguazhang and the underlying principles of the system. Damo Mitchell discusses the similarities and differences between Baguazhang and Taijiquan. Further discussion then looks at the following principles of Baguazhang training: - Yi and Qi - The Baguazhang body - Static postures - Circle walking - Common er…

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Ep260: Boudhanath Kora with Lama Glenn Mullin 1:05:06

2M ago1:05:06

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During a recent trip to Nepal, I met with frequent podcast guest Lama Glenn Mullin, spiritual teacher, Tibetologist, and author of over 30 books on Buddhism. Glenn was in Kathmandu to lead a group of over fifty pilgrims into tantric retreat in the nearby mountains and graciously agreed to film with me at various sacred sites before and after their …

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Ep259: Questioning Enlightenment - Dr Justin Sledge 2 1:36:08

3M ago1:36:08

1:36:08

In this episode I am once again joined by Dr James Justin Sledge, a professor of philosophy and religion specialising in the Western Esoteric tradition and founder of the popular Esoterica Youtube channel.Dr Sledge begins by explaining his position on enlightenment, why he’s not interested in becoming enlightened but still finds the concept interes…

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DMP #43 - Quality of Touch in Taiji 43:50

3M ago43:50

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A very niche podcast here. This one is looking at the quality of touch in Taijiquan pushing hands. Damo discusses the difference between 'grappling' style push hands and 'subtle Qi type' push hands practice. The mechanics behind pushing hands and the internal arts in general are looked at as well as the nature of Qi within these arts, the place of …

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Ep258: Demonology of Tibet - Dr Ben Joffe 2:28:37

3M ago2:28:37

2:28:37

In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Ben Joffe, anthropologist and scholar practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism. Dr Joffe begins an interview series on demonology with a discussion about the spirit ontology of Tibet and the Himalayas. Dr Joffe explores the pre-Buddhist frameworks of relating to spirits and considers the degrees to which the a…

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DMP #42 - Speaking in Tongues in Qigong 48:54

3M ago48:54

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Damo Mitchell discussing the phenomenon of 'speaking in tongues' which is commonplace within many Christian traditions but also within Qi Gong and Nei Dan schools. He discusses the nature of religion, his own approach to religious practice, the idea of attachment and the necessity for recognising transience when approaching the spiritual path. Anot…

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DMP #41 - The Pain of Spiritual Awakening! 1:06:07

3M ago1:06:07

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Damo Mitchell doing a late night podcast on the idea that 'a spiritual awakening is a painful and chaotic process'. Damo explores this idea and explains why he doesn't see this as an accurate statement as the suffering is unrelated to the awakening process itself. He also looks at the nature of suffering when on the internal path, the nature of 'go…

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Ep257: Let Meditation Be Your Medicine - Dr Nida Chenagtsang 1:22:20

3M ago1:22:20

1:22:20

In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Nida Chenagtsang, Buddhist teacher, doctor of Tibetan Medicine, and author of ‘Let Meditation Be Your Medicine: The Timeless Healing Wisdom of Tibet’.Dr Nida discusses his latest book, the practicality of the Yuthok Nyingthik meditation system, and why it is important to choose a meditation style that …

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Ep256: Newar Buddhism - Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya 2 56:14

3M ago56:14

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In this interview I am once again joined by Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya, a tantric priest in a centuries old Newari Buddhist family lineage and master of the religious dance tradition of Charya Nritya.Prajwal Vajracharya explores the history of Newar Buddhism, a rich form of Varjayana practiced in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. Prajwal Vajracharya re…

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DMP #40 - Semen Retention & Sexual Qi Gong 58:17

3M ago58:17

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Damo Mitchell responding to many of the questions he is asked on semen retention and sexual Qi Gong. He discusses two different reasons for semen retention - rationale from an alchemical/energetic perspective and then rationale from a meditation perspective. As a rule, he is anti the practice of long-term semen retention for the sake of it. What is…

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Ep255: Memory Secrets for Language Learning - Dr Anthony Metivier 1:07:42

4M ago1:07:42

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In this episode I am once again joined by Dr Anthony Metivier, author and internationally renowned memory expert who’s meditation practice is reciting sacred Sanskrit texts from memory.Anthony shares his own language learning journey, including his childhood struggles learning French, to later success with languages such as German, Mandarin, Latin,…

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DMP #39 - Internal Arts in Bali 47:09

4M ago47:09

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Damo Mitchell looking at the development of the group here in Bali over the course of the third semester. This is a talk about the overall plan for student development over the previous 18 months and then onwards into their future. The students development is based on working through external mechanics, then on into Dan Tian and Qi development foll…

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Ep254: Adventures in Vajrayana - Jason Miller 2 1:28:14

4M ago1:28:14

1:28:14

In this episode I am joined by Jason Miller, occultist, author, and teacher of magick.Jason shares his explorations in Tibetan Buddhism, including life changing encounters with Lama Vajranatha and famed ngakpa Kunzang Dorje Rinpoche. Jason recalls his months spent in Nepal during which he received esoteric empowerments, conducted cave and charnel g…

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Ep253: The Buddhist Path - Leigh Brasington 1:23:15

4M ago1:23:15

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In this episode I am once again joined by Leigh Brasington, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of ‘Right Concentration, A Practical Guide to the Jhanas’.Leigh discusses his latest book, ‘Gradual Training: The Buddha’s Step-by-Step Guide for Awakening’, in which Leigh lays a 13 step training which culminates in enlightenment.Leigh explains the s…

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DMP #38 - Taijiquan Chat - Adam Mizner 1:03:20

4M ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Adam Mizner & Damo Mitchell chatting about various aspects of Yang Taijiquan...Door Damo Mitchell

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Ep252: Religion & Psychiatry - Dr Chencho Dorji & Dr Caroline Van Damme 1:36:48

4M ago1:36:48

1:36:48

In this episode I host a dialogue between Dr Chencho Dorji, Bhutan’s first psychiatrist and the Professor of Psychiatry at Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences, and Dr Caroline Van Damme, an adult psychiatrist and family and systemic psychotherapist specialising in chronic psychotic disorders.Drs Dorji and Van Damme dialogue about their exp…

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DMP #37 - Xingyiquan & The Harmonies 46:43

4M ago46:43

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Damo Mitchell talking on one of the most requested podcasts which is an episode on the subject of Xingyiquan. It's quite a niche subject, so maybe not of interest to many, but this talk looks at the core principles of Dan Tian development and the Liu He or 'Six Harmonies' in Xingyiquan and the San Ti standing posture. The episode concludes with a d…

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DMP #36 - Criminal Cult Leaders 49:57

4M ago49:57

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In a slightly more serious (sometimes) podcast episode, Adam Mizner and Damo Mitchell discuss some of the hate that comes their way. Damo reads out an online article which paints himself and Adam as s3xually deviant, criminal cult leaders and the two of them respond. Being in the public brings a lot of hatred these days and the two shine a light on…

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Ep251: Taoist Inner Alchemy - Mattias Daly 2 1:18:50

5M ago1:18:50

1:18:50

In this episode I am once again joined by Mattias Daly, Taoist practitioner and translator of ‘Taoist Inner Alchemy’, published by Shambala.Mattias recounts the unusual circumstances that saw him travel to a remote monastery to meet Abbess Liu Yuanhui, under whom he would begin intensive training in meditation.Mattias discusses Taoist meditation an…

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Ep269: When Qigong Goes Wrong - Damo Mitchell 1:56:29

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Ep270: Wandering Monk - Jina Kusala 1:03:41

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Ep268: Sitting with Terror - Khandro Kunzang Dechen Chodron 1:41:09

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Ep267: American Chan Master - Gilbert M Gutierrez 1:37:34

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Ep266: Meeting of Masters - Guo Gu & Meido Roshi 1:45:48

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Ep265: Occult Experiments - Duncan Barford 1:32:38

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Ep264: Vajrayana & Performance Art - Naljorma Tsül'dzin 1:15:53

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Ep263: My Demon Exorcism - Mattias Daly 3 2:17:48

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Ep262: Life of Liberation - Dorje 1:37:13

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DMP #45 - Qigong & Madness 1:03:38

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Ep261: Original Love - Henry Shukman 1:19:45

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DMP #44 - Principles of Baguazhang 53:21

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Ep260: Boudhanath Kora with Lama Glenn Mullin 1:05:06

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Ep259: Questioning Enlightenment - Dr Justin Sledge 2 1:36:08

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DMP #43 - Quality of Touch in Taiji 43:50

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Ep258: Demonology of Tibet - Dr Ben Joffe 2:28:37

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DMP #42 - Speaking in Tongues in Qigong 48:54

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DMP #41 - The Pain of Spiritual Awakening! 1:06:07

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Ep257: Let Meditation Be Your Medicine - Dr Nida Chenagtsang 1:22:20

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Ep256: Newar Buddhism - Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya 2 56:14

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DMP #40 - Semen Retention & Sexual Qi Gong 58:17

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Ep255: Memory Secrets for Language Learning - Dr Anthony Metivier 1:07:42

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DMP #39 - Internal Arts in Bali 47:09

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Ep254: Adventures in Vajrayana - Jason Miller 2 1:28:14

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Ep253: The Buddhist Path - Leigh Brasington 1:23:15

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DMP #38 - Taijiquan Chat - Adam Mizner 1:03:20

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Ep252: Religion & Psychiatry - Dr Chencho Dorji & Dr Caroline Van Damme 1:36:48

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DMP #37 - Xingyiquan & The Harmonies 46:43

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DMP #36 - Criminal Cult Leaders 49:57

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Ep251: Taoist Inner Alchemy - Mattias Daly 2 1:18:50

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