Showing results for "Foundations" in Politics & Social Sciences

In simple and straightforward language, Bhante Gunaratana shares the Buddha's teachings on mindfulness and how we can use these principles to improve our daily lives, deepen our mindfulness, and move closer to our spiritual goals. Based on the classic Satipatthana Sutta, one of the most succinct yet rich explanations of meditation, Bhante's presentation is nonetheless thoroughly modern.

An astonishing work of cultural criticism, this book is widely recognized as a brilliant and devastating challenge to conventional views of literature, anthropology, religion, and psychoanalysis. In its scope and interest it can be compared with Freud's Totem and Taboo, the subtext Girard refutes with polemic daring, vast erudition, and a persuasiveness that leaves the listener compelled to respond, one way or another. This is the single fullest summation of Girard's ideas to date, the book by which they will stand or fall.

A respected Psychiatrist introduces us to the ancient teachings that are both the blueprint, and the foundation of today's Mindfulness movement. These are the philosophies that played vital roles in both India's and America's independence from England. The doctor tells us how The Gita changed his life and how The Gita can ease the trauma and help meet many of the challenges that he has spent a lifetime treating in his patients. "The Gita" podcast opens an ancient door to help you return to Self and find peace.

How do we tackle the climate crisis without neglecting people whose livelihoods depend on polluting industries?  And what happens when they’re left behind? A Just Transition is about transforming the economy in ways that are fair for everyone - whether you mine coal or crypto, whether you work in the city or on a plantation, whether you’re an activist or an industrialist. In Series 1 of this podcast from Context, join host Iman Amrani and our journalists in Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Iceland, India and the United States to hear extraordinary stories about how the Just Transition is ...

Comuniteca es un movimiento en red. El podcast comparte narrativas, conversaciones e historias educomunicativas acerca del quehacer en comunidad para propulsar los encuentros culturales que ocurren en espacios públicos, semipúblicos y privados. El podcast destaca la música, baile, film, artes visuales, diseño y planificación, gastronomía, artesanía, así como, las modalidades que respetan el medio ambiente y la recreación cultural. Desde la costa, la urbe y la montaña conectamos con una audiencia intergeneracional con formatos cortos, visuales y variados. ​

'The thrill is that you're actually figuring it out on your own. You're engaging with another language, not just parroting it... It's an excellent way to start, and leaves the listener thinking, Hey, Ich kann do dis.' - New Yorker, David Sedaris, humorist and author, on learning Hindi with the...

Part of the sermon series at Rochester Assembly for the Young Adult community.

Private foundations have been the dynamo of social change since their invention at the beginning of the last century. Yet just over 10 percent of the public knows they even exist; and for those who are aware of them, as well as even those who seek grants from them, their internal workings remain a complete mystery

In Philosophical Foundations for a Christian Worldview, J. P. Moreland and William Lane Craig offer a comprehensive introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective. In their broad sweep, they introduce listeners to the principal subdisciplines of philosophy, including epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, ethics, and philosophy of religion. They do so with characteristic clarity and incisiveness. Arguments are clearly outlined, and rival theories are presented with fairness and accuracy.

Take a deep dive into the collected recordings of Alan Watts with Alan’s son, Mark Watts. Being in the Way is a podcast series that explores the Alan Watts Archive’s 100-hour tape collection - including recordings not heard in 40 years. We will meet some of the people being influenced by the works of Alan Watts today and learn a little of the history behind how these remarkable recordings were made. Mark and his guests offer reflections on Alan’s ideas— ideas that were radically innovative and groundbreaking in the sixties and seventies, and yet seem to have come of age today.Being ...

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Rightly Decided is a legal podcast from the Texas Public Policy Foundation's Center for the American Future, whose attorneys defend the Constitution through legal opposition to government overreach.

Join Will Powell, Investment Director at Downing, and special guests as they explore hot topics in the property world every month.

No state has fallen further than Kansas in America’s Health Rankings. We used to be 8th in 1991. Why did we slip so far down in the rankings? The answer might surprise you; it’s based on a leadership challenge. At the Kansas Health Foundation, our bold vision is to make Kansas the healthiest state in the nation and to do so, this movement must be powered by Kansans in positions of authority and influence to shift Health outcomes. Starting with the launch of the 2025 publication, Leading Health, written by President and CEO of the Kansas Health Foundation, Ed O’Malley, this podcast aims ...

When new citizens of the United States take their oath, they receive the Citizens Almanac, a treasured pamphlet that celebrates the rich history, inspiring figures, and pivotal events that have shaped our nation. This essential guide offers insights into citizens rights and responsibilities, the origins of our anthems, landmark court decisions, and other significant historical documents. Its a powerful reminder of Americas role as a beacon of hope and freedom for the world. - Summary by Craig Campbell

God’s Word is applicable and useful in every area of our life, including the arena of public policy. Our “Let Us Pray” devotionals and "Family Foundation Fridays" podcast are designed to help Christians effectively apply Biblical principles to the ever-changing issues we face in the public square. The Family Foundation is the leading Christian public policy organization in Kentucky that stands for Kentucky families and the Biblical values that make them strong.

Am I aware of the process of thinking? Can I see that thought is destructive, except where it is essential? Why is it that we don't see something immediately? Do you know when you are thinking? Is the thing that we call thinking thinking at all? Do you think from the background noise when a problem arises? When the mind becomes totally aware of the background, is there thinking when a problem arises? What happens when I am aware of this hum, this noise incessantly going on? Is the background noise different from the observer? How am I to live an everyday life with complete silence?

Over the course of a child’s school years, their understanding of text and contexts is key, but how much of the content are they actually retaining? In this podcast, delve deeper into social structure, class, and media as I uncover the facts of the US’s declining literacy rates and the change in motivation for students while bringing forward the art of creative writing and fanfiction.

Second Dad: Foundations is where the standard is set.This series defines what emotional adulthood requires, in behaviour, not theory.Maturity is not calmness.Not kindness.Not emotional fluency.It is responsibility under pressure.Foundations dismantles the idea that adulthood arrives automatically with age, roles, or competence.It names the capacities that separate reaction from governance.No interviews.No discussion.No ongoing commentary.The doctrine is stated clearly, then left alone.Foundations sets the standard.Everything else assumes it.

LaLa Speaks – The Movement is a mission-driven podcast created in loving memory of Jacqueline “LaLa” Rhone. This space offers comfort and truth through honest, awakening conversations centered on grief, healing, advocacy, and turning pain into passion. Rooted in lived experience and community care, LaLa Speaks exists to lift voices, amplify awareness, lead with love, and advocate for lives. Each episode invites listeners into reflection, understanding, and meaningful connection, reminding us that silence can be deadly, and awareness truly saves lives.