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Buddhability

The reality is, we’re already enlightened. It’s only as we face obstacles, stress and our own messiness that we start to forget it. This is a show about how to believe in yourself again, told by a community of Buddhists doing it every day, and changing the world along the way. Hosted by Cassidy Bradford, each week you’ll hear an honest conversation about real life and how to tap into your Buddhability. From relationships and dream jobs to lessons from psychology and activism, subscribe to

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Part 3: How Can I Change the World?

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2026/04/24

RSVP for Buddhability Live on Monday, April 27th This month, we’re doing a short series about how to put the power back in your hands. Today’s episode is about the power of connection and mutually encouraging relationships. Resources:Want to Be Happy? Help Other PeopleAwakening to the Interconnectedness of LifeToward an Era of Human Rights: Building a People’s MovementCam’s Interview: How Connecting With People Enhanced My Self CareEddie’s Interview: Can One Person Really Change the

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Part 2: Will My Problems Ever Go Away?

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2026/04/17

This month, we’re doing a short series about how to put the power back in your hands. Today’s episode is about the potential in your problems. Resources: Challenges Can Fortify Our Growth and Happiness“What It Means to Hear the Buddha Vehicle,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 2, p. 743)July 2020 Living Buddhism, p. 56Interviews Included:Moeko Fukada TeterMarko BajkovicImmaculate MutebiReach out to us at connect@buddhability.org to get connected with a Buddhability community near

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Part 1: What Can Happen When You Make Up Your Mind?

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2026/04/10

This month, we’re doing a short series about how to put the power back in your hands. Today’s episode is about the power of simply deciding.Resources: The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 35.Discussions on Youth, new addition, p. 411.Each Constant Contains Incredible PossibilitiesChristopher Robin’s Episode: What it Took to Make My Dreams a RealityReach out to us at connect@buddhability.org to get connected with a Buddhability community near you.

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For Anyone Who’s Ever Been Counted Out

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2026/04/03

As a child, Samirah Gnangbe, lived through a civil war. From that moment on, she became someone who paved the way for others as a second-language learner and Ph.D. student in engineering. Samirah shares how she challenged herself each step of the way through chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel.Resources:Discussions on Youth, new edition, pp. 8, 25The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol 1, p. 4

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50:56

Life After NCAA Basketball Wins

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2026/03/27

Rhonda Windham, of Los Angeles, was already an NCAA basketball champion and trailblazing WNBA General Manager beforeencountering Buddhism. She shares what practicing Buddhism taught her that all her success did not—how to look inward with unflinching honesty and lead with her heart.Watch today's episode on YouTube

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Facing The Fear of Death [March 2024]

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2026/03/20

It’s natural to want to look away from the inevitable reality of death but Buddhism teaches that death is an alternate phase of life and makes up a larger universal cycle. To understand death is to deepen our understanding of and appreciation for life. Today’s guest, John Plummer, of Cold Spring, NY, shares how facing his fear of loss improved his relationships and deepened his work as a film and TV writer. References:The New Human Revolution, vol. 24, pp. 177–78A Piece of Mirror and Other

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67:48

The Grind: Self-Mastery and Success in Business...

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2026/03/13

Chip Grossman, of Santa Monica, always thought spirituality and business were opposing goals. It wasn’t until he encountered SGI Nichiren Buddhism that he realized their deep ties. Today, Chip shares how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped him develop the courage and strength to go after his goals and build unshakable happiness.View today's episode on YouTube.Resources:The New Human Revolution, vol. 9, pp. 272–73The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 637.The New Human Revolution,

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62:42

My Life is Better Than I Could Have Imagined

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2026/03/06

Radhika Rao, of San Francisco, tried Buddhism because she was jealous of a friend’s happiness. Since then, she’s living a life beyond anything she had dreamed. Today she shares her perspective on life as a theater teaching artist and Buddhist.Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel. Resource:The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 748The Flowering of Creative Life ForceThe Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, pp. 165–66

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Seeing Beyond My Complaints and Problems [Feb 2025]

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2026/02/27

Daily life throws a lot at us. When our state of life is low, it can be easy to get wrapped up in complaint. Buddhism teaches that caring for others helps us see beyond our problems, having a more expansive view of our lives with deeper appreciation and happiness. Today’s guest, Daeseon Kim, of Queens, N.Y., shares how tying his dreams to a deeper purpose helped him move to the U.S. and advance in his career as a physical therapist.Watch this episode on YouTube. Resources:Discussions on

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55:51

Feeling Hopeless About the World? Listen To This

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2026/02/20

How can we maintain hope for a peaceful world? Today we hear from three college students and recent graduates about how they create hope on a daily basis and practical steps we can take to create peace.Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel Resources:My Dear Friends in America, fourth edition, pp. 229–39. Winter Turns to Spring quote

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Buddhability Short: How to Make Friends and Keep Them

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2026/02/13

Buddhability Shorts is a monthly series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today we’re talking about how to build friendships that last. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org Resource:The science of why friendships keep us healthyDiscussions on Youth, new edition, pp. 37–48.

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58:04

An Experiment to Prove Them Wrong

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2026/02/06

What do you do when you’re told you’re not cut out for something? Buddhism teaches that the only person who can determine that is you. Wayne Thomas Jr., of Los Angeles, always knew he was an artist but his environment told him otherwise. He shares the story of how he proved them wrong.Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel.Resources:Learning From the Gosho: The Eternal Teachings of Nichiren Daishonin, p. 75A New Humanism: The University Addresses of Daisaku Ikeda

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57:02

I Gotta Get it Together. Like… Yesterday.

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2026/01/30

Kaitlin Todd, of Gretna, Louisiana, was enjoying her early 20s and taking the scenic route to her dreams. Everything changed when she learned she was pregnant. That’s when she used her Buddhist practice to go for her goals and create a stable life for her son. Watch today's episode o our YouTube ChannelResources:“Opening of the Eyes” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 242.

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53:51

Questioning Life’s Meaning, I Find My True Self

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2026/01/23

Joseph Aguilar, of Leavenworth, Kansas, set out on a personal journey to find a life philosophy that met three specific conditions. Through that process, they uncovered their true self and found the courage to undo years of repression. Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel References: “Reply to Kyo’o,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 412.

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60:30

Feeling Joy Regardless of My Circumstances

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2026/01/16

Can we really feel happy when we’re facing health problems? Kimberly Rios-Niño, of San Diego, shares how she came to treasure life regardless of her circumstances. We talk about her journey into parenthood and taking care of children battling illness. Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel

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Buddhability Short: Are goals for the new year really...

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2026/01/09

Buddhability Shorts is a monthly series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today we’re talking about why goals and dreams are critical for our happiness. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org Resources:The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part one, revised edition, pp. 170–71Hope is a Decision, pp. 5–7.

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Buddhability Short: How to End 2025 on a High Note

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2025/12/12

You’re almost to the finish line of 2025! Today we’re talking about how you can end the year feeling victorious and hopeful rather than dragging your feet. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org Resources:The Courage to 'Go All In'The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 175.

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61:01

Why Some Relationships Feel Hard and What Actually...

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2025/12/05

There are as many unique relationships as there are people. Why is it that some of them are so difficult and how can we actually change them? Three mental health experts share their professional knowledge and personal experience with common relationship challenges and how to resolve them.Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel

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52:59

Finding Happiness in My Family After Childhood Trauma

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2025/11/21

Some things feel truly insurmountable. But what happens when someone truly believes in the value and power of your life? Jason Lions, of LA, experienced childhood trauma and struggled for years with the impacts. In today’s episode, he shares how he transformed his family and mental health through the care of others, professional support and awakening to the power of his life through chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Content warning: We speak about childhood abuse in this episode. Please listen

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51:44

How I Embrace Life as a Touring Musician and Caregiver

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2025/11/14

What do you do when a family emergency calls you away from your career and back to your hometown? Adam W. Sadberry, of Montgomery, Texas, shares the story of how he joyfully pursues his dreams all while caring for and supporting his parents. Watch this episode on our YouTube ChannelResources:“Wu-lung and I-lung” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 1101.Living Buddhism, December 2018, p. 33.

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