Joan Duncan Oliver

Kathok Getse Rinpoche, Head of the Nyingma School, Is Dead at 64

The distinguished lama led one of the oldest branches of Tibetan Buddhism.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Dec 05, 2018

Remembering Lodi Gyaltsen Gyari, Envoy to the Dalai Lama

The late activist, journalist, politician, humanitarian, and negotiator changed American-Tibetan relations.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Nov 14, 2018

Triratna Buddhism founder Sangharakshita dies at 93

One of the first Westerners ordained as a Theravada monk established an international non-sectarian Buddhist movement.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Nov 05, 2018

Trike Daily Personal Reflections

The Death of Eido Roshi, Problematic Pioneer

The passing of a Rinzai Zen leader, marred by sexual misconduct allegations, ends the generation of Japanese-born Zen masters who introduced Americans to Zen. A former student reflects on part of this cohort’s legacy in the wake of #MeToo.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Feb 22, 2018

the dalai lama at his long life ceremony

Trike Daily Arts & Culture

Review: The Last Dalai Lama

Much has changed for the Tibetan Buddhist leader over the past 25 years, but as Mickey Lemle’s latest film reveals, His Holiness is still the world’s greatest exemplar of compassion in action.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Dec 08, 2017

Trike Daily Arts & Culture

Documentary Film About Zen Buddhist Priest Now in Theaters

Ittetsu Nemoto has saved thousands from suicide, but can he save himself?

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Oct 13, 2017

gotham greens rooftop greenhouse in queens, new york

Magazine

Raising Lettuce, Buddhist Style

Gotham Greens lettuce is infused with beneficial Buddhist vibes thanks to the 40 or so Tibetans employed by the Brooklyn-based growers.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Fall 2017

Magazine

The Making of Mummy-la

After 40 years, the remarkable story of Freda Bedi, the first Westerner to be ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun.

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Spring 2017

Magazine

Buddha Buzz Spring 2016

All the latest in Buddhist goings-on: books, news, and more

By Joan Duncan Oliver

Spring 2016

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Buddha Buzz Weekly: Dec. 15, 2018

Colorado police investigate Shambhala, Twitter’s chief is “tone deaf” after Myanmar retreat, and Trump’s lawyer tries to stop mindfulness in schools. Tricycle looks back at the events of this week in the Buddhist world.

By Matthew Abrahams

Dec 15, 2018

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The Buddhist Review

Brief Teachings

Select wisdom from sources old and new.

By The Editors

Fall 2014

Dharma Talks

Video teachings and discussions with contemporary Buddhist teachers

How to Cultivate a Healthy Relationship with a Buddhist Teacher

Committing to a guru can involve considerable risks, but when approached with care, honesty, and critical discernment, the relationship can yield powerful insights.

Scott Tusa

Dec 2018

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