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Alan Watts On Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life

Season 1
Alan Watts was a philosopher who popularized Eastern religions in the West, exploring personal identity, reality, and happiness through his writings.
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Episodes

  1. S1 E1 - Man and Nature

    September 17, 2012
    29min
    7+
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Man And Nature. Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?
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  2. S1 E2 - Things And Thinks

    September 17, 2012
    29min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Things And Thinks. Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.
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  3. S1 E3 - Time

    September 17, 2012
    29min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Time. Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.
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  4. S1 E4 - The Void

    September 17, 2012
    29min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on The Void. Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?
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  5. S1 E5 - The Silent Mind

    September 17, 2012
    29min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on The Silent Mind. Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.
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  6. S1 E6 - On Death

    September 17, 2012
    29min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Death. Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.
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  7. S1 E7 - Recollection

    September 17, 2012
    28min
    7+
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Recollection. Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.
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  8. S1 E8 - Queries And Sources

    September 17, 2012
    29min
    TV-G
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Queries and Sources. If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.
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  9. S1 E9 - Pain

    September 17, 2012
    27min
    TV-G
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Pain. Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.
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  10. S1 E10 - Nonsense

    September 17, 2012
    27min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Nonsense. Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.
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  11. S1 E11 - On Being Vague

    September 17, 2012
    28min
    7+
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on On Being Vague. Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?
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  12. S1 E12 - Law And Order

    September 17, 2012
    28min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Law and Order. Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.
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  13. S1 E13 - Omnipotence

    September 17, 2012
    27min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Omnipotence. Come to a better understand of creating and. nurturing.
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  14. S1 E14 - The Life Of Zen

    September 17, 2012
    29min
    TV-G
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on The Life of Zen. Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.
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  15. S1 E15 - Zen In Painting

    September 17, 2012
    29min
    7+
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Zen in Painting. Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.
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  16. S1 E16 - Zen In Gardens And Architecture

    September 17, 2012
    29min
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    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Zen In Gardens And Architecture. Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.
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  17. S1 E17 - Zen In Fencing And Judo

    September 17, 2012
    29min
    TV-G
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Zen in Fencing and Judo. Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.
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  18. S1 E18 - Buddhism And Christianity

    September 17, 2012
    29min
    13+
    Join Alan Watts in this episode of Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life on Buddhism And Christianity. Having come from both practices, Watts encourages a dialogue and exploration of unity.
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Richard Moore

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Alan Watts

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