The SciWizLIVE Episodes

In this episode, Swami Sarvapriyananda, neuroscientist Prof. Marjorie Woollacott, and cognitive scientist Prof. John Vervaeke explore the nature of consciousness. Moderated by Scott Snibbe, the discussion explores the fundamental questions surrounding consciousness:[...]

In this discussion, filmmaker Paul Howard delves into the connection between science and spirituality through the life and ideas of David Bohm, a pioneering quantum physicist. Paul recounts his serendipitous introduction to[...]

In this video, researcher and contemplative practitioner Juan Santoyo explores meditation's role in improving lives. This insightful talk delves into how meditation extends beyond brain changes to enhance psychological well-being. Juan discusses[...]

In this insightful discussion, filmmaker Paul Howard explores David Bohm's Hidden Variables Theory and how it challenges conventional quantum mechanics interpretations, such as the Copenhagen Interpretation and Many Worlds Hypothesis. Paul Howard[...]

Join Buddhist Scholar Geshe Tenzin Namdak as he delves into developing mental clarity through mindfulness meditation. In this discussion, Geshe Namdak explains how mental factors such as mindfulness and alertness play a[...]

Join Zen teacher Vanessa Zuisei Goddard as she explores effective mind-training techniques inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings. This video delves into the metaphor of the mind as a garden, emphasising the[...]

In this video, Neuroscience Researcher Dr. Ekaterina Denkova discusses why attention is crucial for memory and mindfulness. Attention is the cornerstone of all cognitive activities, impacting our memory and mindfulness practices. Ekaterina[...]

Join Scott Snibbe in a thought-provoking Q&A session as he explores Buddhist philosophy, Consciousness & AI. In this conversation, Scott takes us on both an intellectual and experiential journey, exploring the intersections[...]

In this video, Scott Snibbe discusses "Understanding The Mental Factors" within Mahayana and Tibetan Buddhism. This video delves into the five present mental factors that accompany every moment of consciousness, offering a[...]

Neuroscientist Prof. Marjorie Woollacott, cognitive scientist Prof. John Vervaeke, and Swami Sarvapriyananda from the Advaita Vedanta tradition explore the Nature of Consciousness from diverse perspectives. They discuss the Nature of Consciousness, its[...]

Prof. Anil Seth, a leading researcher in consciousness studies, delves into how our brains construct our perception of reality and self. In "Consciousness and the Perception of Self" Seth challenges dualistic views,[...]

Satish Kumar, a peace pilgrim, activist, educator, and former Jain monk, along with journalist and author Vicki Mackenzie, delve into the realms of ecology, non-violence, and the path to true happiness. Their[...]

Three contemplative scholars and practitioners – Rev. Cynthia Carter Perilliat, Dr. Eva Natanya, and Dr. Nigel Hamilton – explore the difficult topic of mortality. They will discuss how we can deal skilfully[...]

Author Vicki MacKenzie enters in conversation with John Butler, a modern mystic and meditator. In this dialogue, John will share his life’s journey and his experience of the sacred through meditation, discussing[...]

Deb Dana, Rob Preece, and Dr. David Robinson-Morris - discuss the nature of trauma and how we can deal with it in a skilful way that is healing and transformative. The dialogue[...]

In this Dialogue Geshe Namdak and Dr. Pim van Lommel discuss the origins of our conscious experiences, comparing the insights of Buddhist teachings with modern scientific research on Near Death Experiences. The[...]

Wendy Garling, Cynthia Bourgeault and Vicki Mackenzie discuss the transformative role of women in religious traditions. This is an excerpt of a previous Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, "The Buddha’s Mother &[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Buddhism, Science, Compassion, and Climate: An Interview with Dr. Thupten Jinpa'. Listen to the full episode here ***** Science[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Surviving the Climate Crisis, with Kim Stanley Robinson'. Watch the full episode here ***** Science & Wisdom LIVE[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Deep Ecology, Mindfulness, and Climate Emergency'. Watch the full episode here ***** Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Lighthouse Dialogue I - Vicki Mackenzie interviews Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo'. You can listen to the full episode[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Reawakening the Ecological Self', with Dr. Stephan Harding. You can listen to the full episode here. Dr.[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Reconnecting with Nature and our Inner Being'. You can listen to the full episode here. David R.[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'What's shame got to do with it?'. You can listen to the full episode here. Tenzin Chogkyi[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'Interdependence & the Nature of Reality'. You can listen to the full episode here.   Rupert Sheldrake,[...]

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'The Journey from the Mind to the Heart'. Listen to the full episode here!

This episode is an excerpt of a past Science & Wisdom LIVE dialogue, 'How Meditation Shapes Our Brain and Helps Us Deal With Negative Emotions'. Listen to the full episode here!

In this interfaith dialogue, Rabbi Amy Eilberg, Dr. Zachary Markwith, and Tenzin Chogkyi discuss how to process fear and anxiety, what are the differences between these emotions, and how we[...]

Today, we share the second part of the dialogue on ‘Meditation, Consciousness, and the Pursuit of Wisdom’, which was released last month. Today’s episode is a Q&A session with 

22:47 minutes

21 December 2022

Our guests today are neuroscientist Prof. Marjorie Woollacott, cognitive scientist Prof. John Verveke, and Swami Sarvapriyananda, a renowned teacher and scholar in the Advaita Vedanta tradition. The speakers[...]

The guest of today’s episode is Prof. Anil Seth, one of the foremost researchers in the field of consciousness studies. Interviewed by Scott Snibbe, the host of a Skeptic’s Path to Enlightenment,[...]

Our guest today is Satish Kumar, peace pilgrim, activist, educator, and former Jain monk. He is the founder of Schumacher college and director emeritus of Resurgence and the Ecologist. He is interviewed[...]

Today, we share a meditation workshop led by Scott Snibbe, host and producer of the meditation podcast ‘A Skeptic’s Path to Enlightenment’, and long-time collaborator of Science & Wisdom LIVE. Scott[...]

“[In death,] so many people experience – whether or not they had a religious conviction – the surrender to a state of consciousness, a state of being, so much greater than what[...]

Our guest today is Dr. Peter Fenwick, a neuropsychologist who carried out extensive research on near death experiences and the nature of consciousness. Dr. Fenwick is a senior lecturer at[...]

In this third interview of the Lighthouse Dialogues, author Vicki MacKenzie enters in conversation with John Butler, a modern mystic and meditator.

Deb Dana, Rob Preece, and David Robinson-Morris discuss how to heal and transform collective and individual trauma, the connection between psychological healing and contemplative practices, how to understand trauma through the lenses[...]

Buddhist monk and scholar Geshe Tenzin Namdak enters in conversation with Dr. Pim van Lommel, one of the world’s leading experts on NDEs.

Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault, Wendy Garling and Vicki Mackenzie discuss the role of two inspiring women in buddhism and christianity – Mahaprajapati, the woman who raised the Buddha, and Mary Magdalene –[...]

In this second Lighthouse Dialogue, Vicki Mackenzie interviews Sister Jayanti Kirpalani, a spiritual teacher who has dedicated her life to self-transformation and service to humanity.

Buddhist scholar Dr. Thupten Jinpa discusses the relation between science and Buddhism, the role of critical thinking, the power of compassion, cultivating harmonious relationships, and the climate crisis.

Kim Stanley Robinson and Scott Snibbe discuss possible solutions to the climate crisis, Buddhism in his life and fiction, the outdoors as meditation, and space exploration.

Can spiritual practices and ideas help us respond to the climate and environmental crisis? With Dr. Vandana Shiva, Dr. Stephan Harding, and Dr. David Loy.

Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to find new solutions to the problems of contemporary society.

Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to find new solutions to the problems of contemporary society.

Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to find new solutions to the problems of contemporary society.

Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to find new solutions to the problems of contemporary society.

Science & Wisdom LIVE brings meditation practitioners in conversation with scientists to find new solutions to the problems of contemporary society.