Meditation without Exertion 02 Renunciation
An extensive examination of the most important foundations for a strong meditation practice. Includes a detailed explanation of the important scripture “Three Principal Paths” by Tsong Khapa.
Meditation without Exertion 01
Meditation is the central practice of Gnosticism. Yet, to meditate properly requires that no exertion be made. To learn this requires a daily effort to stabilize the consciousness in equanimity.
Introduction to Alchemy
An introduction into the ancient tradition of scientific spiritual transformation.
History Extra podcast – January 2010
Neil MacGregor discusses key objects in world history, Robert Hume looks at toilet designer Thomas Crapper and Elaine Leong talks about medicines in the 18th century.
Tech Predictions for 2010
Over the past year, the Techstuff crew has explored hundreds of topics, from the iPhone to Linux and everything in between — but what will [Read more]
The Real Citizen Kane
Critics around the world agree that Citizen Kane is one of history’s best films — but who was the basis of this story? Listen in [Read more]
The Virgin Queen’s Great Love
Elizabeth I never married. Instead, she encouraged (and avoided) many suitors without making a commitment. Additionally, many people believed Elizabeth was in love with a [Read more]
Why is the U.S. military buying PS3?
The US air force has purchased thousands of Playstation 3 units in order to build a supercomputer — but how? Tune in as Jonathan and [Read more]
Electronics 2: Basic Electronics
After covering the basics of electricity in an earlier episode, Jonathan and Chris return with the sequel, examining the concept of circuits. Listen in and [Read more]
What was Saturnalia?
Winter solstice celebrations predate Christmas, and trace back into antiquity. Saturnalia was one of these ancient traditions, and it was very different from the celebration [Read more]