What's This Tao All About?
Tod Perry
A lighthearted Taoism podcast hosted by a journalist and Tao philosopher.
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Aug 26, 2019 • 0sec
Show 57 — The Empty Boat
“The Empty Boat” is a powerful parable by Chuang-Tzu, Dr. Totton and Tod take a deep dive to figure out what it means. Later, a listener asks a question about prayer.
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Jun 29, 2019 • 0sec
Show 56 — The Tao of Happiness and Chapters 46 and 47
On this show we discuss what Lao Tzu has to say about happiness and delve semi-deep into chapters 46 and 47 of the “Tao Te Ching.”
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Jun 21, 2019 • 0sec
Show 55 — The Tao of Carl Jung and Chapter 44
Dr. Totton digs deep into psychologist Carl Jung and his deep connection to the Tao. Later, we crack open the “Tao Te Ching” and investigate Chapter 44.
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Jun 3, 2019 • 0sec
Show # 54 — Feeling the Tao, Dude and Chapters 35 and 43
Dr. Totton and Tod consult the wisdom of “The Big Lebowski”-inspired “Dude De Ching” to discuss societal organization and chapter 35 of the “Tao Te Ching.” Also, a listener writes in asking how to feel the Tao.
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Mar 25, 2019 • 0sec
Show # 53 — The Environment and Tzu-Jan
Dr. Totton and Tod discuss Tzu-Jan which is known as the “heart of the Tao” and give some Taoist perspective on the environment.
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Mar 11, 2019 • 0sec
Show # 52 — Taoist Morality and Chapter 28
What is the basis for Taoist morality? Dr. Totton and Tod take a look into the moral principals of Taoist thought. Later, an examination of Chapter 28 of the “Tao Te Ching.”
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Dec 4, 2018 • 0sec
Show # 51 — Psychic Cleansing and Chapter 45
Dr. Totton shares some techniquesto help us cleanse our minds and free ourselves from attachment. Later, Chapter 45 of the “Tao Te Ching.”
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Nov 19, 2018 • 0sec
Show # 50 — The Meaning of Life and Chapter 38
From a Taoist perspective, what is the meaning of life? Dr. Totton and Tod attempt to address this massive question in under 20 minutes. Later, chapter 38 of the “Tao Te Ching” a verse that Dr. Totton refers to as a “power chapter.”
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Nov 5, 2018 • 0sec
Show # 49 — Your True Self and Chapter 27
Explore the journey to uncover your true self from a Taoist perspective. Discover how daily self-discipline through 'gong' practices can lead to personal growth. Delve into self-reflection techniques using meditation and creative visualization. Learn to embrace authenticity, especially in stand-up comedy, to connect genuinely with others. The discussion also tackles the complexities of identity amidst societal pressures and contrasts moral perspectives to highlight the importance of living in the present and fostering compassion.
Aug 26, 2018 • 0sec
Show #48 – 10-Day Gong and Listener Mail
Dr. Totton has created a ten-day gong to help people become more in touch with themselves and the Tao. Later, Dr. Totton and Tod answer a listener’s question about being in tune with reality.
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Right click to download a .doc of Dr. Totton’s”10-Day Gong.” >>
