Interesting approach to the Dharma
Ken McLeod's podcasts form a nice complement to other teachers' approaches. I read the one very critical review that stated Ken seemed to be aloof and put on an air of superiority. My experience was that all the major Western Buddhist teachers (Pema Chodron, Tara Brach, etc.) construct their approaches to teaching based on their own lives. In this way, we can come to our own understanding, reflecting on the teachers' experiences in light of our own lives. Ken clearly has a unique approach that may offer many people insight into the practice of meditation and how it relates to our everyday lives. Obviously, he's not everyone's cuppa, but I found his talks to be very insightful and useful for my meditation practice. I wish he (and Reggie Ray) were creating new podcasts at this point (March 2017).
mikeindover via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/14/17
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"If it wasn't, we wouldn't be here", says Ken in one of his retreat recordings. Ken's ability to address the practical everyday concerns of his students with insight and kindness is quite remarkable. A guiding and powerful voice of reason in buddhist practice. Deconstruct the reactive mind...Read full review »
flowergarland via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/11/06
I tried one podcast. The talk was academic-sounding with not a little pretension, and when he responded condescendingly to a comment from a student, I just couldn't keep listening. I'd suggest Zencast, Audio Dharma or Deer Park Monastery ones instead.
CowHugger via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/02/07
I listened with an open mind and felt that Mr. McLeod held himself above his listeners--an attitude of "I know and you don't and therefore your questions are irritating me." For me it's easier to learn the lessons from Pema Chodron or Tara Brach or others who don't take themselves quite so...Read full review »
minnieiva via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/04/09
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