Denver Dzogchen

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 53How to Establish a Home ShrineThank you for your support! Your donations help to fund our group activities: Venmo donation link:https://tinyurl.com/3cf42f9pPaypal donation link:https://tinyurl.com/mrx3ek8r00:01:28: Introduction to a discussion about a home shrine in Tibetan Buddhism. Creating a sacred space for your meditation practice. A body/statue, dharma text, and stupa or crystal symbolizing Body, Speech, and Mind. A shrine as a mandala. 00:11:15 Discussion of the offering bowls: water for drinking, water for washing, flowers, incense, light, saffron water (and Bumpa), food, and music. Ram Yam Kham, Om Ah Hung to purify and bless the offerings. 00:17:55 The purpose of making offerings. Stories from Joseph’s recent trip to India.  00:23:25 Damien shares about Guru Yoga and offering practice. The importance of making the practice your own. 00:28:00 Encouragement to explore setting up a space for your home practice. Your intention is what is most important. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 51Pure VisionThank you for your support! Your donations help to fund our group activities: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=E6T9YZFDBE5J2&no_recurring=0&item_name=Help+support+Denver+Dzogchen%21&currency_code=USDVenmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Urgyenatha00:01:00: Introduction to a discussion about Pure Vision in the Vajrayana. What is Pure Vision, how do you cultivate and practice it? Discussion of the hallmarks of the different schools of Buddhism.00:05:30 Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche teaching on visualization. Discussion of the Two Truths. Guru Yoga and seeing everything as the path. Joe discusses a Longchen Nyingtik Guru Yoga practice.  00:12:45 Discussion of perception. 00:17:40 A story from the John Blofeld autobiography, The Wheel of Life. Seeing through a pure lens. 00:24:30 Joe shares a Pure Perception practice. Callback to episode on Aspirations. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 50The Teacher Student Relationship in Vajrayana 00:01:00: Introduction to a discussion about the teacher student relationship in Vajrayana. Role of the Guru. Damien shares how he connected with his first teacher. 00:05:10: “Be a lamp onto yourself “ - Buddha. Joe recalls meeting Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche. Make daily aspirations that you may meet your karmically destined teacher. 00:09:12: The different layers of relationships with teachers. The importance of creating a link with a teacher and an important question to ask them. 00:19:05 The Inner Guru. The ultimate lama is your own awareness. 00:25:25 The importance of the teacher and keeping the ego in check. The importance of having a link to lineage. Connect with Garchen Rinpoche at https://garchen.net/Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

The Vajra Guru Mantra recited 108 times by Kathog Rigzin Chenpo RinpocheOM AH HUM VAJRA GURU PADMA SIDDHI HUM

The Seven-Line Prayer Recited 108 Times by Adzom Paylo Rinpocheཧཱུྃ༔ ཨོ་རྒྱན་ཡུལ་གྱི་ནུབ་བྱང་མཚམས༔hung, orgyen yul gyi nubjang tsamHūṃ. In the north-west of the land of Oḍḍiyānaཔདྨ་གེ་སར་སྡོང་པོ་ལ༔pema gesar dongpo laIn the heart of a lotus flower,ཡ་མཚན་མཆོག་གི་དངོས་གྲུབ་བརྙེས༔yatsen chok gi ngödrub nyéEndowed with the most marvellous attainments,པདྨ་འབྱུང་གནས་ཞེས་སུ་གྲགས༔pema jungné zhé su drakYou are renowned as the ‘Lotus-born’,འཁོར་དུ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་མང་པོས་བསྐོར༔khor du khandro mangpö korSurrounded by many hosts of ḍākinīs.ཁྱེད་ཀྱི་རྗེས་སུ་བདག་བསྒྲུབ་ཀྱི༔khyé kyi jesu dak drub kyiFollowing in your footsteps,བྱིན་གྱིས་བརླབ་ཕྱིར་གཤེགས་སུ་གསོལ༔jingyi lab chir shek su solI pray to you: Come, inspire me with your blessing!གུ་རུ་པདྨ་སིདྡྷི་ཧཱུྃ༔guru pema siddhi hungguru padma siddhi hūṃTranslation from https://www.lotsawahouse.org/tibetan-masters/guru-chowang/seven-line-prayer

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 49Signs on the Path to Stay Psyched 00:01: Introduction to a discussion about motivation and signs on the path. 00:05:50 Importance of writing down your signs. Become familiar with symbols. Pure Perception. 00:15:00 The importance of keeping signs secret and only sharing it with your teacher or other Vajra sisters and brothers as appropriate. 00:19:20 Categories of signs. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 48Establishing a Daily Practice 00:01: Introduction to a discussion about setting up a daily practice. All we have is today. Start with a small practice and build upon that. 00:07:05 The Three Excellences. 00:16:20 The importance of an alter or shrine and considerations when setting up and closing down the space. 00:23:10 Continuation of the Three Excellences discussion. Looking at your entire day as your practice session. “Thun” meditation session in Tibetan. The key to integration is daily practice. Tips for building a practice. Advice from Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 47Navigating Difficult Political Times00:01: Introduction to a discussion about navigating the path during difficult times. Modern news and social media. Shenwong (power of other) to Rangwong (autonomy). 00:08:20 Protesting, intention, aggression and a story about Trungpa Rinpoche. 00:12:20 The importance of faith in the Dharma. Garchen Rinpoche and Tonglen excerpt from https://youtu.be/ckobMFkGUFs?si=V2thHMkkeIA-Dd1k00:17:54 The Three Poisons: Ignorance, Greed, and Hatred. 00:16:19 Intentional media consumption. Advice from Terrence McKenna. Three things to try during tough times. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

On January 20, 2026, Master translator Erik Drew joined the Denver Dzogchen Sangha in celebration of the group's 25th anniversary. This episode includes a few clips of Erik sharing his wisdom with our sangha. Look out for a full episode with Erik here in the future.

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 45Mind’s Everest: Kalu Rinpoche’s Three-Year Retreat 00:00:10 Joe and Damien introduce special guest Lama Dawa Zango. Lama Dawa Zango discusses his dharma background. 00:07:18 Lama Dawa Zango discusses his three-year retreat under Kalu Rinpoche. 00:13:15 Discussion about potential difficulties during a three-year retreat. The saintly nature of Kalu Rinpoche. 00:17:40 The hardest part of Lama Dawa Zango’s three-year retreat was coming out of it. 00:23:53 Tips for making life more retreat-like for people who cannot complete an extended retreat. The importance of sincerity and isolation. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 44Veganism on the Path00:00:10 Introduction to a discussion about veganism. Christspiracy documentaryhttps://christspiracy.com/. Buddhism and abandoning activities that are based on ignorance. 00:13:20 Diet and merit. 00:17:05 Integrating a conscious diet into your life. Great masters, realizations, and diet. The importance of being conscious of our actions. 00:23:10 Sacrificing the ego instead of sacrificing another being. Striving to to our best. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 43Santa Claus - Jambhala’s Generosity & The Spirit of Giving 00:00:10 Jambhala/Dzambhala and the spirit of generosity. Joe discusses his connection to Jambhala practice. Parallels between Jambhala and Christmas. 00:09:35 Buddhist practice of bringing local deities into the fold of our faith. Mantra of HO HO HO. The parimita of Generosity. 00:15:30 The spirit of love and generosity. Connection between Tara and Mary. 00:20:25 Importance of the energy of Jambhala and framing gift giving as an offering. The importance of Bodhichitta as motivation. Openness and The View. Reference to Episode 19 with Father Tiso  https://youtu.be/n3Sb4NIvC_g?si=P9bk3LzFlNLu8qS_Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 42Grateful For This SanghaIn this episode of the Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Joe and Damien talk with Denver Dzogchen sangha member Ricky Coffin. 00:00:10 Ricky’s introduction to Buddhism, Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche on Buddha-nature, and how he found Denver Dzogchen. 00:05:25 The foundational practice of Ngondro and support from Joe. 00:09:00 Reflections on practices from different Buddhist traditions. 00:19:30 Activities of Denver Dzogchen.00:22:30 The importance of Sangha. The living aspect of the Dharma. 00:29:30 Closing remarks and an invitation to participate in the next prostration pilgrimage. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 41. Creating Merit: Offering the Food and Luxuries of Our LivesIn this episode’s of the Denver Dzogchen Podcast Joe and Damien discuss merit and its role in our practice. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 40Suppressing Nagas: The Power of Ye Dharma DiscsIn this episode’s of the Denver Dzogchen Podcast Joe and Damien discuss at the Ye Dharma disc project. Discs are available at https://futurealchemy.com/shop/naga-discs-for-averting-the-iron-dog-predictions/The location of Ye Dharma Discs and Stupas is available at https://yedharma.com/where.htmlPlease contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 39Halloween Special: Using Fear as the Path In this episode’s of the Denver Dzogchen Podcast Joe and Damien discuss the role of fear in Vajrayana practices. 00:00:10 the role of fear and the path. Milarepa statement about fear of death. The Island: An Anthology of the Buddha’s Teaching of Nibbana book. Paltrul Rinpoche on the importance of contemplating death. 00:04:10 Damien shares his personal experiences of death. A Year to Live: How to Live This Year as if it Were Your Last, book by Stephen Levine. 00:12:09 The power of fear. Resting in the waves of life. 00:20:25 The fear of fear. Practice of Chöd and nurturing demons and negative emotions until they are satisfied, thereby disintegrating the ego and developing compassion. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 38. From Stillness to the Sky: Shamatha to TrekchöJoe and Damien conclude the Eightfold Path series with a discussion about Right Meditation. 00:00:10 Introduction to Right Meditation. The importance of Shamatha and Vipassana. 00:09:24 Drenpa and the union of Shamatha and Vippasana. The Jhanas. 00:13:25 Dzogchen and the Eightfold Path. Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche teaching on the nature of mind. The importance of Ngondro and the development of devotion. Dzongsar Kyhentse Rinpoche on the importance of merit. 00:18:50 Skillful methods to develop merit. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 37Right Mindfulness: The Unfabricated MomentJoe and Damien continue the Eightfold Path series with a discussion about Right Mindfulness. 00:00:10 Mindfulness and the path. Being present and recognizing the experience only happens in the present moment. 00:12:50 How can one become mindful? Breath as a tool for developing mindfulness. Example of a concise Shamatha meditation. The importance of drenpa, mindfulness, specifically recollection or remembering. 00:21:25 Advice from a Terton. Mindfulness and death. Advice for cultivating mindfulness off of the cushion. Mindfulness as a doorway to realization. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 36 Less Work, More Dharma... Right LivelihoodJoe and Damien continue the Eightfold Path series with a discussion about Right Livelihood. 00:00:10 Right Livelihood and considerations in the modern world. Karma and jobs. 00:11:15 Virtuosity and the importance of balance. Trappings of the pursuit of wealth and the benefit of meritorious professions.  00:18:08 Dzogchen, the Eightfold Path, wholesomeness, and wholeness. Henry David Thoreau quotes on wholeness, minimalism, and luxury. The Eight Worldly Concerns. Drenpa (mindfulness) and controlling our appetite. 00:25:25 Contemplation on the nature of samsara. 00:27:12 How to bring the most benefit to the job that you have. Garchen Rinpoche on work and practice. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 35 Vast as the Sky, Fine as Barley Powder: Right Action in DzogchenJoe and Damien continue the Eightfold Path Series, focusing on Right Action from a Dzogchen perspective. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 34Right Intention: Bodhicitta in Dzogchen00:00:10 Eightfold Path Series Continued. Recap of episode 32 and introduction to Right Intention. The importance of wholesomeness from a Dzogchen perspective. Way of the Boddhisatva. 00:19:00  The importance of making an intention and letting go. Turning the direction of the ship of your life. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 33Nectar of Balance: Herbs and Supplements on the Path 00:00:10 Introduction to the role of supplements and herbs in a practitioner’s life. Joe’s connection with Tibetan medicine. www.siddhienegetics.com and www.futurealchmey.com 00:08:00 The safety of design of these formulas. 00:14:18 Discussion of Shilajit, Jing Builder, and Chulen. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 32The World Through Buddha’s Eyes: Understanding Right View 00:00:10 Introduction to the a series on the Eightfold Path: Right View, Right Intention, Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration.  00:13:30 Right View: understanding the truth of the situation, the nature of reality, impermanence and emptiness of self. 00:19:20 The dreamlike nature of life and the importance of meditation and insight. Living life in the most beneficial way for all beings. 00:35:05 Realizing that you are not your thoughts. How to See Yourself As You Really Are by the Dalai Lama. Divine Revelation in Pali Buddhism by Peter Masefield.Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 31The Three Roots: Heart of the Vajrayana Path00:00:15 Introduction to the Three Roots, the inner aspect of the Three Jewels: Guru/Lama, Yidam, and Dakini/Khandro00:08:00 Living the path of the Buddha00:16:36 Advice from Choying Dorje Lama Norsok Rinpoche 00:22:00 Meditation and growth 00:27:52 Three Roots as a means to embodiment of the teachings Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 30Echoes of Padmasambhava: The Living Legacy of Tertons and Termas00:00:15 Introduction to Tertons and Termas. 00:07:30 Joe’s experiences with a living Terton. 00:17:05 The importance of Samaya. The Fourth Time. 00:20:05 The bright blaze of Dzogchen teachings. Longchen Nyingthig, Dudjom Terser, and Chokgyur Terser. 00:28:30 The importance of practitioners as lineage holders.  Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 29 No Fear in the Open Sky: Dzogchen Perspectives on Accepting DeathDisclaimer: this episode contains content related to death and may be upsetting. Viewer/listener discretion is advised.00:00:15 Death and cultural. Buddhist practice and the importance of contemplation of death. 00:09:25 Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche teaching on death. 00:11:00 Acceptance of impermanence and the uncertainty of death. Death as inspiration. 00:24:20 Death as a mirror. The mind beyond death. The dangers of nihilism. 00:30:15 Teaching from Paltrul Rinpoche. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 28Episode 28 The Great Perfection Needs a Great Path: Vajrayana’s Crucial Role00:00:15 Overview of Dzogchen. 00:14:09 Glimpses of recognition and practice as the path of transformation. Importance of mantra recitation and Yidam practice. Teachings of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche and Lama Chöying Dorje Lama Norsok Rinpoche. 00:28:50 Importance of the accumulation of merit. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 27Radiant Liberation: The Wisdom of Pure Realm Practice00:00:15 What is pure realm practice and why is it important? Death, the bardo, aspirations and peace. 00:05:00 Advice from Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche on how to be successful on the Dharma path: enlightenment and liberation from samsara.  The moment of death and rainbow body. Pure realms. Sukhavati (Dewachen), Amitabha’s pure realm. The bhumis and other pure realms.00:16:40 The Bodhisattva vow and benefiting others. 00:28:20 Importance of trust in the blessings of the masters. The nature of the masters. The practice of Phowa. 00:37:10 Non-attachment and love. The importance of aspirations. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 26Aspiration Prayers: Shooting Arrows into the Future 00:00:15 Aspirations and the path. Progress and the difference between grasping and aspiring. Purification of negative karma. Advice from Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche. Liberation and pure realms. 00:15:55 A practice of making aspirations. Setting a wholesome intention and letting go. 00:25:50 Making aspirations as vast as you can. The King of Aspirations Prayer. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 25Richard Lang Returns 00:00:15 Continuation of the discussion with Richard Lang from episode 23. Douglas Harding’s background, his discovery and the early days of the Headless Way. 00:16:45 The implications and applications of the Headless Way in life. 00:28:00 The development of the different Headless Way experiments. Richard describes the “no head circle” exercise. 00:39:15 The ease of this method, accessing direct perception, and similarities to a psychedelic experience. 00:47:43 Ongoing development of the Headless Way, how the method relates to the practice of meditation, and Richard’s endless enthusiasm. Learn more about Richard Lang and the Headless Way at https://headless.org/ and in the Headless Way app in the Apple app store or Google Play. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 24The Transformative Power of Devotion on the Path to Awakening 00:00:15 Introduction. Vajrayana and the importance of devotion. Joe’s path and meeting Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche. 00:07:40 How to develop devotion. Importance of learning about great masters. Garchen Rinpoche documentary For the Benefit of All Beings https://garchen.net/for-the-benefit-of-all-beings/. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche documentary The Spirit of Tibet: The Life and World of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij7x_DGe9X014:20 Aspirations as a method for developing insight.00:17:00 Power of the Seven Line Prayer. Reliance on sem, the thinking mind, in the west. 00:23:15 Pure perception as the method and outcome. 00:29:25 Cultivating devotion while navigating difficult situations. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 23No Head, No Problem: Exploring True Nature with Richard Lang00:00:12 Introduction of special guest Richard Lang of the Headless Way.00:02:19 Meeting Douglass Harding and Richard’s introduction to the Headless Way. 00:15:25 Direct recognition and the ongoing path. 00:36:19 The Headless Way technique, recognition of one’s true nature, similar teachings in other spiritual traditions, and secrecy. 00:42:42 Realization and action. 00:49:00 Immediate experience and how it unfolds. How to deepen your inner stability. Learn more about Richard Lang and the Headless Way at https://headless.org/ and in the Headless Way app in the Apple app store or Google Play. Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos.Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 22 Ngondro and Guru Yoga: Merging Your Mind with the Enlightened Essence of the Lama 00:00:12 Continuation of our Ngondro series: Guru Yoga. What is a Guru or a Lama? Blessings or Jinlab in Tibetan.  00:07:50 Adzom Gyalse Rinpoche’s recent visit to Colorado and blessings of the Lama.  00:18:00 Purification of behavior  00:20:09 Transformational power of the practice  00:24:26 Importance of devotion and compassion.  00:32:26 Ngondro, turning toward the Dharma and pure perception Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos. Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes.  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social  Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast, Episode 21,  Ngondro and Mandala Offering: A Direct Method of Gathering the Accumulations  00:00:12 Continuation of our Ngondro series: Mandala Offering. Review of prostration and Vajrasattva practices.  00:05:30 The feeling of giving and generosity. Description of the Mandala Offering practice.  00:10:40 Offerings, purification and gathering of accumulations.  00:17:10 The importance of intention. Pure perception. 00:20:04 The importance of dedicating merit. Skillful means. Milarepa.  00:26:38 King of Aspiration Prayers, Samantabhadra, Guru Rinpoche, Garchen Rinpoche.   Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos. Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes.  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social  Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 20 Ngondro and Vajrasattva: Purification of Obscurations and Karma Continuation of our Ngondro series, from Episode 18. 00:00:12 Introduction: overview of Vajrasattva practice of purification of speech and mind. Importance of receiving transmission from a qualified teacher. 00:07:35 Ngondro, the beginning and the end of the path. Primordial purity. 00:09:35 Benefits of intense mantra practice. Jigdral Yeshe Dorje Dudjom Rinpoche and importance of Vajrasattva practice. 00:15:40 Garchen Rinpoche and perceiving all sounds as mantra. Sacralizing all environments. 00:22:00 Vajrasattva, letting go of disturbing emotions, and healing. Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche reciting the Vajrasattva 100 Syllable Mantra 108 Times: https://youtu.be/Dg1MIOwIqJE Vajrasattva 100 syllable mantra: OM VAJRA SATVA SAMAYA, MANU PALAYA, VAJRA SATVA TVENOPA, TISHTHA DRIDHO MEBHAVA, SUTOSHYO MEBHAVA, SUPOSHYO MEBHAVA, ANU RAKTO MEBHAVA, SARVA SIDDHI MEM PRAYACCHA, SARVA KARMA SUCHAME, CHITTAM SHRE YAM KURU HUNG, HA HA HA HA HOH, BHAGAVAN SARVA TATHAGATA VAJRA MAME MUNCHA VAJRI BHAVA MAHA SAMAYA SATYA AH Note: we strive to release a new episode on each Guru Rinpoche Day and Dakini Day. Podcast timestamps and chapters are provided for informational purposes. Any mistakes or spelling errors are the fault of volunteers who assist in the production of these videos. Please contact us with any questions or requests for future episodes. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms

Denver Dzogchen Podcast  Episode 19 A Christmas Special: Mystical Musings with Father Francis Tiso 00:00:12 Introduction, Father Tiso’s background  00:02:18 Beyond My Seeing, poem by Father Tiso (Note: video in Youtube and Spotify version includes captions)  00:08:12 Markings, book by Dag Hammarskjold 00:11:22 The Master and His Emissary, book by Iain McGilchrist. The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of Bicameral Mind, book by Julian Jaynes. The relationship between the brain’s hemispheres.  00:14:36 Wayne Teasdale, combing the traditions of Christianity and Hinduism. Importance of techniques taught by the masters. Breaking down the supports of the ego.  00:19:05 Father Tiso’s introduction to Buddhism. Evans-Wentz books, Tibet’s Great Yogi Milarepa, The Tibetan Book of the Great Liberation. Chogyam Trunpga Rinpoche. H.H. Jigdal Dachen Sakya Rinpoche. Jetsunma Khandro Rinpoche, Jetsam Tenzin Palmo, Gyalwang Drukchen Rinpoche, Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche, Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche, Tulku Rigdzin Pema Rinpoche 00:23:45 Father Tiso’s background in Buddhist practice, Ngondro, Wang, research in Dolpo, Dorje Sempa 00:26:25 Unity of practice among different traditions and the transformative outcome of what we are practicing. Problematic nature of “us vs. them.”  00:30:10 Parallel between the notion that Christ is the Absolute and the Tibetan Tulku system. Christian Trinitarian Theory and the Four Kayas: Dharmakaya, Nirmanakaya, Sambhogakaya, and Svabhavikakaya. Amitabha, Chenrezig, and Guru Rinpoche.  00:33:32 Father Tiso’s research of Rainbow Body, Khenpo A Cho, Dr. Tenpa Shitsegang, Lopon Tenzin Namdak, John Myrdhin Reynolds, Khenpo Achuk, Shroud of Turin, and the light within us.  Find Father Tiso on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/francis.tiso and his books “Rainbow Body and Resurrection: Spiritual Attainment, the Dissolution of the Material Body, and the Case of Khenpo A Cho” and “Liberation in One Lifetime: Biographies and Teaching of Milarepa” available on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/stores/Francis-Tiso/author/B00JKU3K26?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1734785855&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Bluesky Social https://bsky.app/profile/denverdzogchen.bsky.social  Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 18 Ngondro and Bodhichitta: For The Benefit of All Beings  00:00:12 Continuation of Ngondro series: Bodhichitta, what is it and why is it so important?  00:04:36 Aspiration and enjoying effort.  00:09:13 Ngondro as the first stage on the path  00:13:30 Endless Bodhichitta and the fuel for practice  00:17:38 Working with mental and physical pain. The importance of aspiration. 00:23:10 The Buddha’s teachings on karma and intention  00:27:00 Karmic enhancement  00:33:31 Way of the Bodhisattva  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 17 Ngondro and Refuge: Shifting Away from Samsara 00:00:12 Continuation of Ngondro series: Refuge. What does it mean to take refuge and why is it important? 00:03:55 Nature of impermanence. “Decay is inherent in all compounded things, strive on with diligence.” - Buddha 00:06:00 Being a refugee. 00:08:44 Taking refuge in the Buddha. Refuge tree visualization. Taking refuge inwardly. 00:12:15 Garchen Rinpoche instructions to stop taking refuge in his body and take refuge in his mind, which is inseparable from your mind. 00:19:34 Refuge and transformation. 00:23:15 Release of a chronic tension. 00:27:50 Taking refuge in the Dharma. 00:29:42 Eight worldly concerns. Hope and fear. Movement from Shenwang to Rangwang. 00:31:19 Benefiting others around you. Garchen Rinpoche Tonglen practice. 00:32:15 Taking refuge in the Sangha. Different levels of Sangha. 00:36:10 Refuge Tree. Shifting our allegiance from samsara to the ultimate nature. Building a habit to take refuge in the Dharma. Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html Find us on social media:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bfAudio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 16 Ngondro: Foundational Practices for Purification and Transformation 00:00:12 Introduction: Introduction to the Inner Ngondro.  00:03:32 Ngondro is a highly effective system  00:05:45 Prostrations 00:05:00 Parts of the Ngondro: Refuge, Bodhichitta, Vajrasattva, Mandala, and Guru Yoga.  00:10:30 Importance of faith and confidence. Reorientation from wrong view to right view. Accumulate of merit. Purification of obscurations.   00:21:45 Importance of Ngondro in modern times  00:25:40 Joe’s first meeting with Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche  00:28:30 Hardship, diligence, and the path.  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media:ax Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 15 Samsara: Suffering as Medicine  00:00:12 Introduction: Continued discussion of the Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind Toward The Dharma: The Suffering of Samsara 00:02:00 The importance of this contemplation 00:06:50 Garchen Rinpoche, the hell realms being a hospital and suffering as medicine  00:08:45 Paltrul Rinpoche on happiness and suffering  00:10:14 Anything negative is the purification of karma  00:16:00 Summation of the Buddha’s teachings  00:18:30 Lojong, Milarepa, how excellent it is to have nothing, and self-arising joy  00:23:28 Great joy that comes from letting everything go  00:26:40 Closing thoughts on the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind Toward the Dharma, Words of My Perfect Teacher  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 14 Karma and the Power of Intention  00:00:12 Introduction: Continued discussion of the Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind Toward The Dharma, Karma, cause and effect. Garchen Rinpoche and Patrol Rinpoche teachings on Karma. 00:10:00 Awareness, Bodhisattva intent and Karmic outcome. Encouragement to receive teachings from Garchen Rinpoche https://garchen.net. What would Garchen Rinpoche do?  00:18:45 Action and inaction  00:22:52 Complete wholeness 00:25:22 Karmic amplifiers  00:28:00 Power of intention   Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 13 Embracing Change: Buddhist Wisdom of Impermanence 00:00:15 Introduction: Continued discussion of the Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind Toward The Dharma, outer and inner aspects of impermanence, and incorporating reflections on death in life.  00:14:40 Patrul Rinpoche on death. 00:18:10 Living in the present. Inspiration and motivation.  00:25:30 Milarepa and transcending fear of death. Charnel ground practice.  Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 12 The Precious Human Rebirth  00:00:15 Introduction, Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind Toward The Dharma, Ngondro Preliminary Practices, foundational teachings of Buddhism 00:05:29 The Precious Human Rebirth 00:10:00 The opportunity of life as a spiritual path, reincarnation, scientific materialism, nihilism, Eight Freedoms   00:18:20 Signs of reincarnation in life  00:24:00 Eight Freedoms discussion continued  00:25:36 Ten Riches, karmic implications of occupations  00:32:36 Practice of gratitude, recognition of how incredibly fortunate we are, and helping others   Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 11 Yedharma Stupas: Averting the Iron Dog Year Prophecy 00:00:12 Introduction, Siddhi Energetics https://www.siddhienergetics.com/, Future Alchemy https://futurealchemy.com 00:02:20 2030 Iron Dog Year Prophecy https://khenchenlama.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Prophecy-Treasure-for-Worlds-Future.pdf, Tertons, Purification  00:08:45 Building Stupas. Yedharma Dharani https://www.lotsawahouse.org/words-of-the-buddha/essence-of-dependent-origination,  Yedharma Stupas http://yedharma.com 00:19:40 Faith, Pure Perception, Stupas in nature, enjoying the natural environment 00:25:40 Chöying Dorje Lama Norsok Rinpoche, Ringsel, Stupa on the moon Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 10 Nepal: The Center of Mandala   00:00:13 Introduction 00:04:40 Tantric energy of Kathmandu, Boudhanath stupa 00:15:20 Circumambulating the stupa with Father Francis Tiso 00:18:40 Tulku Pema Rigtsal 00:28:20 Yedharma Stupas for Averting the Iron Dog Year, https://futurealchemy.com/shop/yedharma-interdependence-stupas/ and http://yedharma.com/index.html  00:30:35 Pure perception   Contact us for information about our weekly Zoom and in-person sits https://www.denverdzogchen.com/index.html  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 9 The Power of Mantra: Vajrayana in Practice  00:00:15 Introduction 00:01:00 What is mantra?  00:04:28 Types of mantras, importance of working with a teacher, and the four activities. 00:08:00 Mantras and outer or inner context. Wang (empowerment), Lung (oral transmission) and Tri (instructions),  00:11:45 Receiving empowerments online, practicing in modern times, and the importance of Guru and Kalyanamitra (spiritual friends). Tsokynyi Rinpoche.  00:17:30 Denver Dzogchen WhatsApp Group and the importance of sangha. Erik Drew, Jun-Luc Archard, and Father Francis Tiso.   00:26:20 Garchen Rinpoche, love, vulnerability and openness. Practitioner in federal prison.  00:33:40 Reference to Denver Dzogchen Podcast episode 8: https://youtu.be/p4RMSN6KEmA  00:34:00 Thank you and contact us through https://www.denverdzogchen.com with requests for future discussions.  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@denverdzogchen?_t=8lfbQr8Vx5L&_r=1 Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

Please join the Denver Dzogchen Sangha in reciting the Ye Dharma Dharini for Garchen Rinpoche's Long Life! Contact us at [email protected] to share you accumulation totals! OM YE DHARMA HETU-PRABHAVA HETUM TESHAM TATHAGATO HYAVADAT TESHAM CHA YO NIRODHA EVAM VADI MAHASHRAMANAH SVAHA All dharmas originate from causes.The Tathagata has taught these causes,And also that which puts a stop to these causes—This too has been taught by the Great Shramana Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche reciting the Ye Dharma Dharini 108 times. Find us on social media: Facebook ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/⁠⁠ Video available on Youtube ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos⁠⁠ and Spotify ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf⁠⁠ Audio available on Apple ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487⁠⁠ and other podcast platforms 

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 8 Feelingization: The Power of Imagination in Vajrayana Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 8 Feelingization: The Power of Imagination in Vajrayana 00:00:25 Introduction. Podcast episodes will be published on each Dakini Day and Guru Rinpoche Day 00:01:30 Feelingization and transformation 00:05:35 Richard Arthure, Chogyam Trunpga Rinpoche, and Vajrasattva visualization. Khenpo Ngawang.  00:10:30 Divine pride  00:11:45 Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche, abide in the view 00:15:30 Lama Norsok Rinpoche, yidam practice and blessings of the view 00:19:20 Guru Yoga. Importance of devotion, compassion and divine pride. Avalokiteshvara. Garchen Rinpoche. Khenpo Munsel. Attachment, love, one taste, pure perception.  00:30:00 Thank you and contact us through https://www.denverdzogchen.com with requests for future discussions.  Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@denverdzogchen?_t=8lfbQr8Vx5L&_r=1 Video available on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@DenverDzogchen108/videos and Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1VQKqUDAYTThJVcdtjd8bf Audio available on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/denver-dzogchen/id1712156487 and other podcast platforms 

00:00:05 Introduction 00:01:15 Denver Dzogchen Dark Retreat Cabin 00:06:10 Colorado Beyul 00:11:30 Carving of Guru Padmasambhava Statue  00:16.04 Experience your environment as sacred and pure 00:18:35 Stupas: Yedharma Project http://yedharma.com/index.html and building of large stupas 00:23:08 Generosity and an attitude of making offerings 00:29:39 Barche Lamsel Group Practice, Tuesday evening sessions, Ngondro group sessions, Tsok 00:35:00 Spreading blessings and generosity to the homeless  00:39:08 Connect with us through www.denverdzogchen.com, learn about our Tuesday night group sessions.Visit sponsors www.futurealchemy.com and siddhienergetics.com. If you enjoy this podcast pleases subscribe and like us. In addition to Youtube, the podcast is available in video format on Spotify and audio format on major podcast platforms.   Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@denverdzogchen?_t=8lfbQr8Vx5L&_r=1

Denver Dzogchen Podcast Episode 6 Staying Psyched: Diligence and the Path  00:00:08 Podcast sponsor: Future Alchemy, www.futurealchemy.com  00:01:30 Importance of diligence on the path 00:03:00 Enthusiasm and consistency  00:06:00 Act as our own agent.  00:07:09 “Let go of samsara slowly” - Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche  00:08:50 Accomplishment retreats, habits and gradual progress 00:18:40 Embrace modernity in a skillful way 00:20:40 Renunciation  00:22:33 Reading about masters and getting psyched, biographies and Treasury of Lives https://treasuryoflives.org  00:24:20 Importance of having good role models and reflecting on impermanence  00:27:15 Mandala of everything  00:31:38 Stay engaged and excited about the path  00:32.30 Connect with us through www.denverdzogchen.com, learn about our Tuesday night group sessions.Visit sponsors www.futurealchemy.com and siddhienergetics.com. If you enjoy this podcast pleases subscribe and like us. In addition to Youtube, the podcast is available in video format on Spotify and audio format on major podcast platforms.   Find us on social media: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DenverDzogchen/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/denverdzogchen/