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  • Jamie Bristow – Exploring Systems Change

    April 17, 2026 · 42 min

    In this episode, Mind & Life co-producer Phil Walker speaks with writer and policy advisor Jamie Bristow as a prelude to our upcoming mini-series on systems change. Over the coming weeks, Jamie will serve as guest host for five episodes…

  • Wendy Hasenkamp – Widening the Aperture

    February 27, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

    Since this podcast launched, Wendy Hasenkamp has guided listeners through 84 in-depth conversations, bringing warmth, curiosity, and intellectual depth to every episode. After five years with the show and over 13 years with the Mind & Life…

  • Jon Kabat-Zinn – The Heart of Mindfulness [From the Archive]

    December 23, 2025 · 1 hr 42 min

    Enjoy this episode with renowned meditation teacher, author, and creator of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Jon Kabat-Zinn. This spacious and personal conversation is full of insights on a wide range of topics, including: what…

  • Roshi Joan Halifax – Enactive Compassion [From the Archive]

    December 12, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min

    In this episode, Wendy speaks with Zen Buddhist teacher and author Roshi Joan Halifax. A pioneer in the field of end-of-life care, Roshi Joan was instrumental in developing the dialogue between science and Buddhism, and has been an…

  • Matthieu Ricard – Compassion and Care [From the Archive]

    December 5, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min

    In this episode from the Mind & Life archive, Wendy spoke with the renowned Buddhist practitioner and author Matthieu Ricard. Matthieu was integral to the founding of contemplative science, serving as both a participant and co-investigator…

  • Liz Monson – Reclaiming the Magic

    August 14, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min

    In this episode, Wendy speaks with Buddhist scholar and meditation teacher Liz Monson. Liz is one of the pioneers in combining Buddhist teachings with nature-based practices, and her work helps us connect in an embodied way to the…

  • Christy Wilson-Mendenhall – Emotions in the World

    July 17, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min

    In this episode, Wendy speaks with cognitive and affective scientist Christy Wilson-Mendenhall. Christy has a long history studying emotions, and her work integrates psychological science and contemplative philosophy to explore well-being…

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About the show

Exploring frontiers of contemplative science—discussing mind, meditation, and more.