This special episode features a precious recording of Thich Nhat Hanh which was previously thought lost. Dating from 2012, it documents an interview journalist Jo Confino conducted with the Zen master in Plum Village’s Toadskin Hut. (Though since remastered, be aware that some background noise remains.)
The conversation covers a wide range of absorbing topics, from the environment, climate change, and civilizational collapse to consumerism, the simple life, 70 years of practicing mindfulness, new Buddhism, passing on, and sangha as continuation.
The recording is introduced by Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino, who provide details about the context of the interview and the significance of certain places, people, and events which are mentioned.
“Thay is relaxed, insightful, open, and being Thay at his very best.”
Enjoy!
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🔔 The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living is a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives.
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🎙️ The podcast is co-produced by the Plum Village App and Global Optimism with support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation.
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Resources
Plum Village Community
Bodhisattva
‘The Toadskin Hut and Paths of Legend’
‘Our Hamlets’
Outrage + Optimism
Brother Phap Linh
Brother Phap Lai
‘Bat Nha: The Indestructible Seed of Awakening’
Rains Retreat 2023-24
Plum Village International Center in Thailand
‘New Contemplations before Eating’
Mahatma Gandhi
Hurricane Sandy
Stupas
Mara
‘The Five Mindfulness Trainings’
40 Years of Plum Village: ‘Dharma Lamp Transmission during the 40 Years of Plum Village Retreat (June 11-12, 2022)’
Shambhala Sun/Lion’s Roar
‘Plum Village Practice in Vietnam - Some Background’