Dharma Talks
mind-of-inquiry A mainstay of our programming, these formal talks by the teachers of the Mountains and Rivers Order are recorded live in our meditation hall and then offered to our listeners around the world. Described as “dark to the mind, but radiant to the heart,” these talks require that we set aside our analytic, judging mind and let the teachings penetrate our hearts directly. Three different talks a week by each of the teachers, including our late abbot and founder, John Daido Loori Roshi.

Sounds from Zen Mountain
Sounds from Zen Mountain Original programming to encourage and support your spiritual practice. This hour includes rarely heard recordings from the Zen Mountain Monastery archives, special questions-and-answer sessions with the teachers, sangha reflections, dharma-related readings, and more. Updated monthly. Please contact us with your suggestions.

Crossing Paths
Interviews Each year Zen Mountain Monastery hosts a multitude of inspiring teachers, writers, artists, performers and scholars as part of our rich and varied retreat calendar. When time permits, we invite these guest instructors into our studio to speak about the retreat, their work and their journey. Updated monthly.

Opening the Gate
mind-of-inquiry Audio sessions of the many retreats offered at the Monastery or Fire Lotus Temple in Brooklyn. Led by MRO teachers or visiting instructors, these retreats offer you a way to take our dynamic training into your home. Each retreat is broadcast in a series of hour-long blocks throughout the week. Updated every six to eight weeks.

Story Hour
mind-of-inquiry Since the birth of humanity, myths, folk tales, and legends have been integral to the spiritual journey. Tune in and enjoy a nourishing, uplifting, and revelatory interlude with storytellers Jack Hosho Maguire and Leo Sofer. Updated monthly.

In addition to streaming here on WZEN.org, podcasts of Leo Sofer’s stories are available on his website at Stories of the Journey Home.

Buddhist Geeks
mind-of-inquiry The fresh and lively conversations on Buddhist Geeks offer different perspectives on practice, meditation, and the growth and development of the dharma in the West. Founded by Vince Horn and Ryan Oelke, and produced by Vince Horn. Updated monthly.

Voices of Change
mind-of-inquiry In order to change the world, we must be informed about what is happening in it. Voices of Change offers inspiring and informative documentaries, including A World of Possibilities, an award-winning public affairs program on our global community, and selected talks from the TED conference. Updated monthly.

Loving This Earth
mind-of-inquiry Documentary programming that celebrates the natural world and explores how to live in harmony with it. Featuring Bioneers Radio: Revolution from the Heart of Nature. Produced by Bioneers, a nonprofit educational organization. Updated monthly.

Alternative Radio
mind-of-inquiry Supplement your awareness of current affairs with stimulating lectures, sermons, and speeches given by progressive thinkers and social activists on the front lines. Produced by the Institute for Social and Cultural Change. Updated monthly.

Alternative Radio is produced by the Institute for Social and Cultural Change. The views and opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect the views of Zen Mountain Monastery and the Mountains and Rivers Order.

Philip’s Hat
Philip's Hat Sometimes music is the best medicine. DJ Mary has been bringing us an eclectic array of jazz, folk, and rock since the start of the station. Enjoy your favorite tunes and discover ones you’ve never heard before. Updated monthly.

Grace Notes
mind-of-inquiry A selection of music exploring different themes that echo a particular area of study at Zen Mountain Monastery. November: Water…rivers…all things that flow. Selected by Daniel Hardy. Updated monthly.

Dragon’s Song
Dragon's Song A selection of classical music brought to you by DJ Anna. Join us for an hour of sound that transcends boundaries. “As for the dragon’s song, actually, everyone is able to hear it, because it exists everywhere…” —Daido Roshi