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Season 1
18 Episodes1959
Join Alan Watts in season one of On Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life. His inaugural season introduces and begins to break down our understanding of what is and what could be.
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Episodes (18)

Ep 1
Man and Nature
1959-12-31•540m
Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?

Ep 2
Things and Thinks
1959-12-31•540m
Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.

Ep 3
Time
1959-12-31•540m
Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.

Ep 4
The Void
1959-12-31•540m
Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?

Ep 5
The Silent Mind
1959-12-31•540m
Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.

Ep 6
On Death
1959-12-31•540m
Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.

Ep 7
Recollection
1959-12-31•540m
Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.

Ep 8
Queries And Sources
1959-12-31•540m
If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.

Ep 9
Pain
1959-12-31•540m
Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.

Ep 10
Nonsense
1959-12-31•540m
Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.

Ep 11
On Being Vague
1959-12-31•540m
Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?

Ep 12
Law and Order
1959-12-31•540m
Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.

Ep 13
Omnipotence
1959-12-31•540m
Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.

Ep 14
The Life of Zen
1960-12-31•540m
Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.

Ep 15
Zen in Painting
1960-12-31•540m
Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.

Ep 16
Zen in Gardens and Architecture
1960-12-31•540m
Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.

Ep 17
Zen In Fencing And Judo
1960-12-31•540m
Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.

Ep 18
Buddhism And Christianity
1960-12-31•540m
Having come from both practices, Watts encourages a dialogue and exploration of unity.