Riveting
A well told thorough and fascinating podcast. It’s a shame that the organisers of the retreats did not have the courage to speak to the FT and explain what they see as being the benefits of their retreats. They should be held accountable, perhaps a member of parliament will take up the cause.
James Broadland via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/02/24
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Meh
I’ve sat/served 7 retreats and think there is plenty to criticize in the Goenka system. Yet this podcast is just so uncritical in its presentation (eg, “some people on the internet even call it a cult!” with spooky music in the background) that it loses credibility. Where are the stats on the...Read full review »
Anneirene via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/09/24
I found this slow, sensationalist and imbalanced. While the personal stories are tragic and important, the tone, music and “spooky” voiceover clips made it feel as if the podcast had no interest in really analysing the varied experiences and nuances around meditation or vipassana.
RBTMS via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 02/14/24
The prerelease gave high expectations that weren’t met with the first episode.
Demandajane via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 01/28/24
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