Creativity, Spirituality & Making a Buck with David Nichtern
by Be Here Now Network
David Nichtern, founder of Dharma Moon, is a senior Buddhist teacher who has been practicing and teaching meditation for over 40 years. He was one of the initial American students of renowned meditation master Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and studied closely with him soon after his arrival in the United States in 1970. He is also a business consultant with companies creating a variety of offerings integrating meditation in a larger health and well-being context – including Goldman Sachs, Journey Meditation, Creative Live, True Nature Meditation (Tokyo), Balanced Athlete, The Center for Health & Healing, Om Births, and Kobre & Kim law firm among others. He has been featured in The New York Times, FOX News, Netflix's The Midnight Gospel, Huffington Post, The Buddhist Geeks podcast, Duncan Trussell Family Hour Podcast, Pete Holmes' You Made it Weird Podcast, and many others. David is the author
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Ep. 73 – Trusting the Wisdom of Incarnation with East Forest
East Forest joins David for a wide-ranging conversation about auspicious coincidence and finding our unique way to help end suffering. This time on the CSM Podcast, East & David chat about: East Forest’s upbringing and journey to music The theatrical dimension to playing music What drew East…
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Ep. 72 – AI and Consciousness: Can We Get Dharma on Demand? with Dr. Nikki Mirghafori
AI scientist and Buddhist teacher Dr. Nikki Mirghafori explores the mystery of consciousness, the ethics (and limits) of AI, and the irreplaceable power of human connection. This time on the CSM Podcast, Dr. Nikki & David discuss: Cooling the fires of greed, hate, and delusion Cessation within…
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Ep. 71 – Rigpa: Healing with the Nature of Mind w/ Loch Kelly
Exploring Rigpa, the nature of mind, Loch Kelly and David Nichtern discuss transforming trauma through the love and presence inherently within us. This time on the CSM Podcast, Loch & David discuss: Distinguishing mahamudra practice from everyday mindfulness The love and presence that is inherent...
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Ep. 70 – Wake Up Sleepy Buddha with Noel Coakley and Victoria 'Vee' Wikler
From wrathful love to Buddha-nature, Noel Coakley and Victoria ‘Vee’ Wikler discuss the next generation of Buddhism and waking up the ‘sleepy Buddha’ in us all. In this episode, Noel, Vee, and David explore: The creation of Noel’s book, Wake Up Sleepy Buddha The concept of ‘wrathful love’…
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Ep. 69 – Rude Awakenings: Walking the Buddhist Path with Samuel Bercholz
Founder of Shambhala Publications, Samuel Bercholz, reflects on a lifetime of dharma and encourages us to challenge our often distorted perceptions of reality. Check out Dharma Moon’s free online talk this September, Light & Shadow on the Spiritual Path. This time on the CSM podcast, Samuel and...
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Ep. 68 – Don’t Waste Your Suffering: Joseph Goldstein on Inner Investigation and Awakening
Reflecting on a lifetime of practice, Joseph Goldstein explores how an intimate investigation of suffering can open the doorway to liberation. Join Dharma Moon for a free online talk Key Elements of Teaching Mindfulness Meditation In this week’s episode, Joseph and David explore: Joseph’s…
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Ep. 67 – Building Resilience Through Dharma Practice with Trudy Goodman
Honoring both psychological and spiritual work, Trudy Goodman explores how she built resilience through years of dharma practice. Join Dharma Moon for two, free online talks: How To Make a Living Teaching Meditation and Key Elements of Teaching Mindfulness Meditation In this week’s episode, Trudy...
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Ep. 66– Total Eclipse of the Mind with Andrew Holecek
Contemplative Scholar Andrew Holecek joins David Nichtern to delve into the powerful practices of dark retreat, bardo yoga, and dream yoga. Grab a copy of Andrew’s book, Total Eclipse of the Mind, to discover more about the power of darkness for creativity, healing, and transformation. In this...
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Ep. 65 – Dealing with Perfectionism with M.J. Schwartz
M.J. Schwartz explores how to meet perfectionism with mindfulness and heal the cultural messages that keep us striving for impossible standards. Help us celebrate 10 years of Be Here Now Network and support the next chapter of Ram Dass Here and Now. Gifts are matched dollar for dollar through…
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Ep. 64 – Annette Knopp is a Mystic Nomad
With both insight and vulnerability, Author Annette Knopp explores how our earliest attachment experiences shape the way we love, relate, and walk in this world. Help us celebrate 10 years of Be Here Now Network and preserve the complete Ram Dass Here and Now archive. Gifts are matched dollar for...
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Ep. 63 –The Art of War for Modern Life with Jim Gimian
Student of The Art of War, Jim Gimian, shares how we can relate constructively to conflict and win without fighting. In this episode, David and Jim have a conversation about: The classic Chinese text, The Art of War, by Sun Tzu The refined wisdom of understanding conflict ‘Taking Whole’: the...
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Ep. 62 – MindHeart AI: Technology for Collective Healing with Dr. Sará King and Kierstin Gray
Dr. Sará King and Kierstin Gray join The CSM Podcast to discuss their tech company, MindHeart AI, which uses an interactive map of human awareness for personal health and planetary well-being. MindHeart AI is a liberatory technology company centering the neuroscience of well being as a catalyst…
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Ep. 61 – The Gift of a Broken Heart with Bryan Welch
Author and executive Bryan Welch shares how the grief of losing his child profoundly reshaped his heart, deepening his capacity for connection and compassion toward others. Grab a copy of Bryan’s book, The Gift of a Broken Heart, HERE In this episode, David and Bryan chat about: How grief can...
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Ep. 60 – Bringing Stories to Life with Animator-Producers Jonathan and Miya Eden
Blending creativity, business, and parenthood, Jonathan and Miya Eden join David Nichtern to discuss bringing stories to life through animation. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In...
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Ep. 59 – Strawberry Moons: A New Kind of Media with Debbie Nutley
Discussing their newest project, Strawberry Moons Media, David Nichtern and Debbie Nutley get into how they truly merged creativity with spirituality and ‘making a buck’. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to…
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Ep. 58 – Bringing Depth to Our Lives with Emily Esfahani Smith
Dissecting the process of her book, The Power of Meaning, Emily Esfahani Smith joins David to explore bringing depth to our lives via belonging, purpose, transcendence, and storytelling. Pick up Emily's book, The Power of Meaning, HERE. This time on the CSM Podcast, David and Emily discuss:...
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Ep. 57 – Bhakti & Buddhism: The Heart and Mind of Practice with Krishna Das
Blending together Bhakti and Buddhism, best of friends Krishna Das and David Nichtern discuss the gradual cultivation of practice and finding your ‘niche’ within the dharma. Join the Wisdom & Wellbeing Week 1 Intensive with Krishna Das & Nina Rao | January 3 - 10, 2026 | Click to Learn More This...
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Ep. 56 – Social Action & Misplaced Faith with Sharon Salzberg
Old friends Sharon Salzberg and David Nichtern meet to discuss the calamity of misplaced faith and the expansion that can come from individualized social action. Join Sharon's Upcoming Course with Tricycle to uncover your Buddhist Personality Type This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp.…
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Ep. 55 – An Intimate Look at the Heart Sutra with Susan Piver
Meditation teacher, Susan Piver, joins David Nichtern to share her profound and ever-evolving connection to The Heart Sutra. Learn about the heart and mind of practice with David Nichtern and Krishna Das in an upcoming free online talk! Register HERE. In this episode, David Nichtern and Susan…
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Ep. 54 – Seven Sorrows of the New Saint: Getting Real About Obstacles on the Spiritual Path with Lama Rod Owens
Facing the obstacles on a spiritual path, Lama Rod Owens, David Nichtern, and Michael Kammers, discuss the seven sorrows of the new saint. Grab Lama Rod’s new book, The New Saints: From Broken Hearts to Spiritual Warriors In this episode, David, Michael and Lama Rod chat about: Realizing that...
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Ep. 53 – The Four Powers of Confidence with Ethan Nichtern
Exploring the themes in his new book, Confidence, Ethan Nichtern chats with his dad, David, about vulnerability, truth, and the state of the world. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. In...
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Ep. 52 – The Intersection of Love and Awareness with Rhonda V. Magee
Highlighting the intersection between love and awareness, Rhonda V. Magee joins David to discuss real change in a culture of separation. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This time on…
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Ep. 51 – Eternalism and A.I. with Ramin Nazer
Ramin Nazer and David Nichtern explore the individual’s place in an ever-changing and technologically-advancing world. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow This time on CSM, we...
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Ep. 50 – A Mindful Approach to Panic with Dan Harris
Discussing his experience with panic attacks, Dan Harris describes the tools that have helped him move from resistance to acceptance. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In…
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Ep. 49 – The Mind-Body Interplay with Dr. Sarà King
Examining the interplay between mind and body, neuroscientist Dr. Sarà King and David Nichtern talk trauma, dream-work, and the sense of self. David and Dr. Sarà traverse these topics: Dr. Sarà’s research on generational trauma and ancestral intelligence The autonomic nervous system and how…
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Ep. 48 – The Relative and The Absolute with Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson
Focusing on the relative and absolute, Rabbi Dr. Jay Michaelson and David Nichtern explore mindfulness, mysticism, and more. David and Jay spend this episode discussing: - Jay’s interdisciplinary background and seizing the day - Mindfulness and Jewish mysticism - Spiritual and Sensual Exploration…
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Ep. 47 – We Were Made for These Times with Kaira Jewel Lingo
Mindfulness teacher, Kaira Jewel Lingo, chats with David Nichtern about the power of spiritual community and self-assessment. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this...
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Ep. 46 – Joining Heaven and Earth
David Nichtern explores how mindfulness meditation is the primary tool on our journey of joining Heaven and Earth, which are our highest aspirations and our day-to-day practicalities. This episode is taken from one of David’s Dharma Moon Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training sessions. The Intro...
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Ep. 45 – In Tune with Richard Wolf
David is joined by Emmy Award-winning composer, author, multi-Platinum record producer and songwriter Richard Wolf for a conversation about music, mindfulness, and success. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman on Tuesday, August 22nd to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma...
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Ep. 44 – Professional Wrestling and the Middle Way with Matt Sydal
Matt Sydal joins David to talk about wisdom gained through imperfection, and how professional wrestling connects to the Middle Way. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In this...
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Ep. 43 – Composing Dharma with Sean Callery
Emmy-winning composer Sean Callery and David discuss true fearlessness, how Trungpa Rinpoche heard music, and the symphony of impermanence. Join David Nichtern and Robert Thurman to discuss teaching meditation and find out more about Dharma Moon and Tibet House's renowned mindfulness meditation...
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Ep. 42 – Mindful Homes with Anjie Cho
Author, architect, and feng shui expert, Anjie Cho, joins David Nichtern to inspire listeners to revitalize their homes and their lives through the practice of mindful design. Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional...
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Ep. 41 – Infinity and Emptiness with Acharya Shunya
Exploring Vedic principles in a modern era, Vedic scholar and Lineage Holder Acharya Shunya joins David Nichtern in a reflection on infinity and emptiness. Take part in a free online evening of exploration with Acharya Shunya and David Nichtern. Enjoy a presentation by Acharya Shunya titled...
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Ep. 40 – Entrepreneurship, Technology & Spiritual Practice w/ Justin Evans
Tech wizard, entrepreneur, and practitioner Justin Evans joins David to talk about merging Buddhist wisdom with A.I. technology and business. Help others improve their mental and emotional well-being, reduce stress, improve focus, increase self-awareness and self-regulation -- all while deepening...
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Ep. 39 – Chanting, Music, & Sri Siddhi Ma with Nina Rao
Nina Rao joins David to share the clarity and wisdom of her Guru, Sri Siddhi Ma, and discuss chanting, music, Maharaj-ji, the Goddess, and Hanuman. Nina Rao is a devotional singer. She tours with Krishna Das, playing cymbals, singing, and acting as his business manager. Nina has two of her own...
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Settling into Practice, A Buddhist View with Michael Kammers
The CSM Podcast is back with a Dharma talk from David Nichtern about stepping onto the path of meditation and settling into practice. It is the new year, now is the time to sit down, settle in and dig into mindfulness and meditation practice. The question is, what are you doing that gets in the…
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Fruitless Desires, A Buddhist View with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
David Nichtern and Michael Kammers weave tangible Buddhist perspectives on working with desire in the modern world. Discover more at Dharma Moon – David's mindfulness-based education platform offering Workshops/Courses, Teacher Trainings, Mentoring & more. "It's not inherently liberating to…
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Ep. 38 – The Enneagram as Skillful Means w/ Susan Piver
This week on Creativity, Spirituality & Making a Buck, drop into the world of Enneagram with returning guest, Susan Piver. Susan Piver has an international reputation as an exceptionally skillful meditation teacher. She teaches workshops and speaks on mindfulness, innovation, communication,...
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Freedom From Doubt, A Buddhist View with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
David and Michael offer freedom from doubt, exploring its connection to relationships, uncertainty, meditation, leadership, accomplishment, and mistakes. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist:...
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Precision, A Buddhist View with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
David Nichtern returns to get clear and precise about the Buddhist view on precision. In this special Buddhist View episode of the CSM Podcast, Michael Kammers and David Nichtern explore the concept of precision through the clear lens of Buddhism. Support podcasts like this through the Be Here…
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David's View: Creativity & Compassion with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
Michael Kammers and David Nichtern discuss the connection between creativity and compassion, offering insight into balancing artistry with wellbeing. Discover more at Dharma Moon – David's mindfulness-based education platform offering Workshops/Courses, Teacher Trainings, Mentoring & more.
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Ep. 37 - Rethinking the Dharma with Lama Rod Owens
Lama Rod Owens joins David Nichtern to discuss rethinking the traditional approach to the Dharma on this episode of Creativity, Spirituality & Making a Buck. Lama Rod Owens is a Buddhist minister, author, activist, yoga instructor, queen, and author. His book, Love and Rage: The Path of…
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Ep. 36 - Applied Dharma w/ Miriam Parker
In this episode, David and Miriam have a vulnerable conversation about the nature of practice and how to apply it in our creative lives. Miriam Parker is an interdisciplinary artist who uses movement, paint, video art, and sculpture/installation. Her work has been influenced by her experience as…
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David's View: Mindful Leadership with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
Michael Kammers & David Nichtern offer perspective on the nature of freedom and how mindful leadership effects the systems we live within. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow In...
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Ep. 35 – A Mindful Headspace with Eve Lewis Prieto
Eve Lewis Prieto of Headspace joins David for a conversation on merging ancient meditation techniques with modern technology. Evelyn Lewis Prieto is a mindfulness and meditation teacher, and Director of Meditation at Headspace. She has studied under the guidance of Andy Puddicombe and David...
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Ep. 34 - Worthiness and Empowered Humility with Pete Holmes
This week on Creativity, Spirituality & Making a Buck, David Nichtern and Pete Holmes discuss worthiness and empowered humility. Pete Holmes is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and podcaster. You can listen to him on his podcast You Made it Weird with Pete Holmes or check out his…
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David's View: Working with Strong Emotions with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
Michael Kammers joins David Nichtern to discuss working with strong emotions as a practice during meditation and in daily life. Dharma Moon’s 100 Hour Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training led by David Nichtern starts May 18: https://www.dharmamoon.com/summer-teacher-training
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Ep. 33 – The Three Marks of Existence
David Nichtern shares Buddha's Three Marks of Existence—offering deep contemplation and prajna around interdependence, impermanence, & suffering. This podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist:...
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David's View : "Who Am I?" with David Nichtern & Michael Kammers
David Nichtern and Michael Kammers dive into a discussion on existence, perception, and temporality. This podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenow “Impermanence definitely seems to be...
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Ep. 32 - Fierce and Tender Wisdom with Mirabai Starr
David Nichtern and Mirabai Starr chat about masculine versus feminine energy and shifting the paradigm of women in spirituality. Mirabai Starr is an award-winning author of creative non-fiction and contemporary translations of sacred literature. She taught Philosophy and World Religions at the...
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David Nichtern, founder of Dharma Moon, is a senior Buddhist teacher who has been practicing and teaching meditation for over 40 years.
He was one of the initial American students of renowned meditation master Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and studied closely with him soon after his arrival in the United States in 1970. He is also a business consultant with companies creating a variety of offerings integrating meditation in a larger health and well-being context – including Goldman Sachs, Journey Meditation, Creative Live, True Nature Meditation (Tokyo), Balanced Athlete, The Center for Health & Healing, Om Births, and Kobre & Kim law firm among others.
He has been featured in The New York Times, FOX News, Netflix's The Midnight Gospel, Huffington Post, The Buddhist Geeks podcast, Duncan Trussell Family Hour Podcast, Pete Holmes' You Made it Weird Podcast, and many others. David is the author
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