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The Modern Buddhism Podcast

Rebecca Gauthier

Booking Overview

An interview-focused Buddhist spirituality show centered on meditation, Kadampa Buddhist teachings, inner peace, and practical mind training, with external guests primarily consisting of Buddhist monks, meditation teachers, and practitioners sharing personal transformation stories. Suitable pitches include Buddhist teachers, meditation instructors, spiritual authors, and credible practitioners with strong experiences of applying Buddhist teachings to forgiveness, resilience, purpose, or emotional wellbeing; booking difficulty is likely low because guests are generally affiliated practitioners rather than high-profile public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 44

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 42.0k subscribers

Instagram: 11.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcasts@kadampa.net

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Host

Rebecca Gauthier - Podcast host who leads conversations about meditation, Buddhist teachings, inner peace, and personal spiritual practice.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Buddhist monks, Kadampa teachers, meditation instructors, and practitioners with substantial experience applying Buddhist teachings in daily life.
Required Achievements:  
Ordination as a Buddhist monk, Experience teaching meditation or Buddhist philosophy, Long-term Dharma practice, A compelling personal transformation or spiritual journey

Recent Guest Discussions

Gen Kelsang Dragpa - Dissatisfaction, Anger, Relationships, Meditation, Finding Purpose, Inner Kindness, And Overcoming Distraction.

Gen Kelsang Sherab - Leaving Music For Monastic Life, Spiritual Purpose, Samsara, Moral Discipline, Family Difficulties, And Transforming The Mind Through Meditation.

Gen Chodor - Leaving Corporate Life, Meditation, Impermanence, Meaning, Authentic Happiness, Wisdom, Compassion, And Understanding The Mind.

Recent Topics

Religion, Buddhism, Meditation, Mind Training, Inner Peace

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Modern Buddhism Podcast
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A Buddhist Monk on Why Life Feels Pointless – But Isn’t!

September 23, 2026


In today’s episode, Gen Rabten explores one of the biggest questions we can ask about our lives: what is the point? He explains how modern life can leave us feeling increasingly purposeless, whether through anxiety about the future, the pressure to achieve success, changing ideas about work and wealth, or the realization that the things we thought would make us happy often fail to provide lasting fulfilment. Drawing on the teachings of Buddha and the wisdom of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,...

A Buddhist Monk's Candid Truths About Dissatisfaction, Anger & Finding Happiness

September 09, 2026

In today's episode, host Rebecca Gauthier interviews Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Dragpa.Gen Dragpa shares his journey from a discontented youth to finding deep purpose through Kadampa Buddhism. Reflecting on his personal struggles with anger, expectations, and a painful relationship separation, he explains how Buddha's teachings function as a supportive mirror - helping us understand our own minds rather than blaming external circumstances. He discusses the power of simple meditation pr...

How Do You Forgive Someone Who Never Apologizes?

August 27, 2026

In today’s episode, we explore the deeply personal and transformative practice of forgiveness - and why letting go of resentment is ultimately about changing our own mind rather than waiting for someone else to apologize or make things right.The guest explains how our experience of hurt can become tied to blame, self-blame, and the mistaken belief that our faults or painful experiences define who we are. Drawing on Buddhist teachings and the advice of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, including...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Modern Buddhism Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The Modern Buddhism Podcast?

The Modern Buddhism Podcast is hosted by Rebecca Gauthier. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@kadampa.net. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Modern Buddhism Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Modern Buddhism Podcast: podcasts@kadampa.net.

How many listeners does The Modern Buddhism Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Modern Buddhism Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Modern Buddhism Podcast?

The Modern Buddhism Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Buddhist monks, Kadampa teachers, meditation instructors, and practitioners with substantial experience applying Buddhist teachings in daily life. Common among recent guests: Ordination as a Buddhist monk; Experience teaching meditation or Buddhist philosophy; Long-term Dharma practice. Recent guests include Gen Kelsang Dragpa, Gen Kelsang Sherab, and Gen Chodor.

How hard is it to get booked on The Modern Buddhism Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The Modern Buddhism Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Religion, Buddhism, Meditation, Mind Training, and Inner Peace. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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