Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Contemplative practices • Neuroscience • Spirituality • Mindfulness • Meditation • Psychedelics • Cognitive science • Philosophy • Well-being
The Contemplative Science Podcast explores the intersection of science, spirituality, and well-being through interviews with a diverse range of experts, including neuroscientists, philosophers, Buddhist monks, and researchers. Hosted by Dr. Mark Miller, the podcast examines how various contemplative practices and modern scientific inquiries inform our understanding of the mind, consciousness, and human experience. Recurring themes involve the blending of traditional spiritual wisdom with emerging scientific research, focusing on topics such as meditation, mindfulness, psychedelics, and the nature of consciousness.
Many episodes delve into the science behind contemplative practices and their potential benefits for mental health, emotional regulation, and spiritual development. The podcast routinely investigates how ancient practices such as meditation, mindfulness, and sense-foraging contribute to personal growth and well-being. The discussion often extends to contemporary scientific fields, looking at computational neuroscience, predictive processing, and the expanding research in neurotheology.
The podcast also addresses the therapeutic and transformative potentials of psychedelics in various contexts, exploring their role in enhancing spiritual experiences, treating psychological distress, and fostering interconnectedness. Conversations often include comprehensive analysis of how these substances may intersect with meditation and spiritual traditions.
Through dialogues on cognitive biases, emotional resilience, and the mechanisms of pain and anxiety, the podcast aims to unpack the complexities of the human mind. It brings to light themes of compassion, community, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, in the spiritual and scientific domains. Overall, The Contemplative Science Podcast offers rich, multifaceted discussions on how spirituality and science together shape our understanding of human consciousness and well-being.
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Episodes:
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Science and Practice of Dark Retreats w/ Andrew Holecek
2025-Apr-28
49 minutes
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Neurons, Networks, and the Nature of Freedom w/ Adam Safron
2025-Apr-09
35 minutes
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Breaking Free from Mental Ruts: The Science of Sense Foraging w/ Norman Farb
2025-Mar-19
40 minutes
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The Museum of Meditative Practices w/ Mridula Sathyanarayanan
2025-Mar-03
32 minutes
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Dissolving Boundaries - A Computational View of Body-Scan Meditation w Valeria Becattini
2025-Feb-17
45 minutes
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Rewiring Hope: Computational Models, Psilocybin, and the Science of Optimism w/ Beth Fisher
2024-Dec-15
35 minutes
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Mindfulness in Action: Bridging Healthcare, Education, and Wellbeing w/Elli Weisbaum
2024-Nov-13
44 minutes
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The Dawn of Consciousness w/ James Cooke
2024-Oct-23
46 minutes
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Psilocybin and the Brain: A Deep Dive into End-of-Life Care w/ Stephan Tap
2024-Sep-25
41 minutes
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Exploring the Hype and Harm of Mindfulness w/ John Dunne
2024-Sep-11
39 minutes
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Buddhism, Science and Spirituality w/ Brother Phap Linh
2024-Aug-28
50 minutes
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The Intersection of Psychedelics and Non-Duality w/ Daniel Meling
2024-Aug-16
44 minutes
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Expanding Jewish Spirituality w/ Sam Berrin Shonkoff
2024-Jul-29
51 minutes
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Ayahuasca and the Science of the Sacred
2024-Jul-16
38 minutes
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Surviving Tomorrow: AI and the Human Spirit w/ John Vervaeke & Sean Coyne
2024-Jul-01
49 minutes
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Round Up Episode
2023-Oct-03
25 minutes
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The Enlightenment Hack? w/Jay Sanguinetti
2023-Jun-01
28 minutes
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Death and The Information Gap
2023-May-24
35 minutes
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Speaking in Tongues: w/Josh Brahinsky
2023-May-03
26 minutes
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Your Brain and God: The Principles of Neurotheology w/ Andrew Newberg
2023-Apr-25
29 minutes
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UnBroken: How To Deal With Grief
2023-Apr-19
29 minutes
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Kevin Berryman: The Lessons Of A Buddhist Monk
2023-Apr-04
29 minutes
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Meditation: An Active State?
2023-Mar-07
29 minutes
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Psychedelics, Trauma and Men's Therapy
2023-Feb-28
29 minutes
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Pain Reconceptualized: w/ Alex Jinich
2023-Feb-21
29 minutes
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Our Guided Meditation: Dr Mark Miller x Lama John Makransky
2023-Feb-08
22 minutes
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Why I'm Not a Buddhist
2023-Jan-31
30 minutes
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Cognitive Biases and Emotional Reactions: with Dr Norman Farb
2023-Jan-24
30 minutes
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Meditation and Psychotherapy: with Ian Singer
2023-Jan-10
30 minutes
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Soul and Interconnectedness: Dr Anna Yusim
2023-Jan-03
26 minutes
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How To Be Human: 2022 Pod Review
2022-Dec-21
32 minutes
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The Dark Night of the Soul
2022-Dec-06
31 minutes
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Constructing Our Lives: with Dr Shamil Chandaria
2022-Nov-30
32 minutes
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Spirituality and Psychic Abilities
2022-Nov-22
32 minutes
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Jhāna and Peak Experiences
2022-Nov-09
32 minutes
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Mental Health and Buddhism: with Dr Elli Weisbaum
2022-Nov-01
36 minutes
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The Dark Side of Meditation
2022-Oct-18
29 minutes
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Psychedelics and Spiritual Traditions
2022-Oct-11
32 minutes
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Flow States and Meta-Awareness: w/ Dr Dave Vago
2022-Oct-04
34 minutes
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You are Not Your Brain
2022-Sep-27
31 minutes
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The Mindful College Student
2022-Sep-20
32 minutes
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Understanding Anxiety
2022-Aug-30
31 minutes
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Compassion, Wisdom and Training
2022-Aug-23
31 minutes
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The Self Made Simple with Dr Monima Chadha
2022-Aug-10
30 minutes
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The Equanimity Factor
2022-Aug-02
30 minutes
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Mindfulness and Education: Professor Craig Hassed
2022-Jul-26
32 minutes
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The Podcast So Far: a fireside conversation
2022-Jul-19
25 minutes
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Dr Ines Hipolito: 'The 'Complexity Wanderer'
2022-Jul-05
32 minutes
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How to Deal with Change: lessons from a Buddhist nun
2022-Jun-28
32 minutes
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Getting The Dose Right: how much mindfullness?
2022-Jun-21
33 minutes
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Guidance, hypnosis and Tibetan practice: Dr Michael Lifshitz on well-being
2022-Jun-14
34 minutes
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Well Being and Psychedelics: caution, potential and meditation
2022-Jun-07
30 minutes
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Self Love and Enlightenment
2022-May-31
32 minutes
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Windows of Tolerance: the science of how to practice gently
2022-May-24
37 minutes
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The 5 Contemplative Landmarks
2022-May-17
34 minutes
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Meditation, the brain and meta-cognitive awareness
2022-May-10
32 minutes
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Collective Trauma and Recovery
2022-May-03
32 minutes
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The Black History of Yoga
2022-Apr-25
31 minutes
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The Science of Romantic Love
2022-Apr-19
33 minutes
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Pain, Brains and Reality
2022-Apr-12
31 minutes
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The Authentic Happiness Episode
2022-Apr-05
29 minutes
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The Well-Being Curriculum
2022-Mar-29
30 minutes
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Mysticism and Modern Healthcare: how Psychiatry and spirituality interact
2022-Mar-22
28 minutes
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Why I'm Not a Buddhist
2022-Mar-15
30 minutes
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An introduction to Indigenous Contemplative Science
2022-Mar-08
28 minutes
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The Meaning Crisis - and what we can do about it
2022-Mar-01
44 minutes
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What is the bottleneck to well-being?
2022-Mar-01
44 minutes
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Welcome to the Contemplative Science Podcast
2022-Feb-23
less than a minute
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