Simplicity Zen
Online Zen Training, Podcast and Instruction
Online Zen Training and Education
Simplicity Zen is dedicated to online Zen training and instruction. We offer online sitting, online retreats, online practice periods, podcast episodes and talks. This platform is named “Simplicity Zen” because we feel that our lives are naturally simple and peaceful when we are not mesmerized by a narrow and restricted perception of who and what we think we are. “Simplicity Zen” also references the idea that Zen practice is, at its core, very simple. Everything starts with the simple yet profound practice of making an effort to be present with our awareness. We offer training and education to help people experience life from a place of awe, equanimity, compassion and resilience. If you are interested, please feel encouraged to sign up for our newsletter or reach out to by emailing us at Qweniden@gmail.com.
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Recent Simplicity Zen Podcast Episodes
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 56: An Interview with Sozui Schubert
Sozui Schubert is the teacher at Hidden Valley Zen Center in San Marcos California. She…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 55: An Interview with Rafe Jnan Martin
Rafe Jnan Martin began Zen practice in 1970 and is a lay transmitted koan teacher…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 54: An Interview with Neil Schmitzer-Torbert
Neil Schmitzer-Torbert is a Professor of Psychology at Wabash College in Crawfordsville, IN where he…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 53: An Interview with Heather Shoren Iarusso
Heather Shoren Iarusso is currently the director and head of practice for San Francisco Zen…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 52: An Interview with Mark Doyu Albin
Mark Doyu Albin was a longtime student of the legendary Rinzai Zen Master Shodo Harada…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 51: An Interview with Jiryu Rutschman-Byler
Jiryu Rutschman-Byler is a Soto Zen Buddhist priest and teacher in the lineage of Shunryu…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 50: An Interview with Tim Ryuko Langdell
Tim Ryuko Langdell is a board-certified hospice chaplain and is both the head priest and…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 49: An Interview with Mary Mocine
Mary Mocine is the founder of and head priest at Clear Water Zendo in Vallejo…
Simplicity Zen Podcast Episode 46: An Interview with Guogu
Guogu is a Chan teacher, author, and Buddhist scholar. He is the founder and teacher…
Podcast Guest Suggestions
We are always looking for guest ideas ideas for the podcast. Is there someone who you would like to see interviewed on our Zen podcast? If you have anyone in mind, please do not hesitate to reach out and make your suggestion. If you personally would be willing to be a guest on the podcast please let us know as well. It is always a kindness to share your journey with the world. You never know who is going to be inspired. You contact us by clicking/tapping the “Contact” link in the main menu.