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Diggin' the Dharma

Diggin' the Dharma

By: Jon Aaron and Doug Smith
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 Diggin' the Dharma with Jon Aaron and Doug Smith is a relaxed discussion of the Buddhist dharma between friends. Jon's interest centers around practice, while Doug's centers around scholarship of the early material, so their approaches balance practice with study. Their discussions will be approachable to a broad audience of Buddhists and those curious about Buddhism, and they welcome questions and comments. Jon is a teacher at Space2Meditate and NY Insight Meditation Center and a well known teacher and trainer of teachers of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Doug has a PhD in Philosophy and runs Doug's Dharma on YouTube and the Online Dharma Institute, where he gives courses on early Buddhism. Find them at: https://digginthedharma.com/© 2026 Diggin' the Dharma Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Spirituality
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  • How Much is Too Much . . . News! Guarding the Sense Doors

    How Much is Too Much . . . News! Guarding the Sense Doors
    Feb 1 2026

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    The news nowadays can be overwhelming. Jon and Doug discuss ways we can practice with it, and some tips from Buddhism that can help us with navigating today's media landscape.

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    28 mins
  • Walking as Practice: The Buddhist Peace Walk

    Walking as Practice: The Buddhist Peace Walk
    Jan 25 2026

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    Jon and Doug discuss the Buddhist peace walk from Texas to DC that is underway now. How can it inspire us in our practice?

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    28 mins
  • Investigating Investigation

    Investigating Investigation
    Jan 18 2026

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    Jon and Doug discuss the role of "investigation" in our practice, one of the key factors of enlightenment or awakening. What are we actually investigating and how does this investigation lead provide energy and even joy?

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    30 mins
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