Hosted by Craig French · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 15 episodes
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Where Zen meets business in a unique exploration of mindfulness and mental health. Join me, Craig French, as I sit down with artists, entrepreneurs, and Zen teachers to uncover the secrets of expanding creative problem-solving, reducing stress, and finding balance in the fast-paced world.
Craig French hosts The Thief in the Empty Room, a religion show with 15 episodes published.
In this episode, Craig welcomes Jeff Nieves, Hollywood screenwriter, to explore the intersection of Zen, mindfulness, and creative success. Here’s a glimpse into the profound insights you can expect: The Thief in the Emp
In this episode, Craig welcomes Jessica Mariglio, a licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Mindful Trauma Therapy, who shares her insights on the intersection of Zen, mindfulness, and trauma therapy. Here’
In this episode, Craig welcomes Matt Sloan, 2024 New York State Principal of the Year at Middleburg Junior Senior High School, who shares his insights on implementing mindfulness programs in schools and creating a distra
In this episode, Craig welcomes TJ Woodward, author, speaker, and founder of the Conscious Recovery Model, who shares his journey of spiritual awakening and offers a fresh perspective on addiction recovery, emphasizing s
In this episode, Craig welcomes Paul Agostinelli, a three-time startup founder and transmitted Zen teacher, who offers insights into integrating Zen principles with entrepreneurship through his Three Contracts and manife
In this episode, Craig welcomes Erwin Valencia, the former head of the New York Knicks medical and performance staff and founder of the Grasshopper Project, who offers a unique perspective on mindfulness, gratitude, and
In this inaugural episode of season two, Craig welcomes Shinko Hagn, an ordained Zen priest in the lineage of prominent figures like Uchiyama Roshi, Suzuki Roshi, and Okumura Roshi. From Zendo in Vienna, Shinko has estab
I met Emily standing outside Against the Stream Meditation Center back in 2012. Our friendship blossomed from there, along with years and years of deep Zen practice, retreats and everything in between. Emily is a Hollywo
I first met Ben many moons ago when he came to talk at our Zen Center in Culver City, LA, shortly after publishing his first book "Inside the Grass Hut." I was intrigued by his story and his understanding of a very uniqu
Chris and I go way back to our high school days on Long Island. Fast forward to my obsession with the History Channel show Alone that Chris was an original producer on that sparked this conversation. Here is a small samp
I could have never imagined when I emailed Dogen Sangha Los Angeles back in 2011 that John would respond to me and become my first ever Zen teacher (although he would never admit to that). This episode is jam-packed with
Dave came to our Zen Center many years ago from Nashville, where he was a former touring musician, pizza shop owner and baker. His story is fascinating, with many twists and turns, all leading him to helping start Angel
My first Zen retreat at Mt. Baldy Zen Center introduced me to the remarkable Shozan Jack Haubner. As the head monk, his guidance and wisdom were invaluable. Our relationship has grown over the years, and I'm thrilled to
In the summer of 2011, I was living a humble life in Aliso Viejo, California. One day, a chance visit to Barnes & Noble led me to a life-changing discovery. I stumbled upon Brad Warner's book, and the rest, as they say,
Back in 2012, in the bustling city of Los Angeles, our lives intersected at Dogen Sangha. Both seeking a deeper connection and purpose, our journeys crossed at this spiritual community. Rylend's creativity and success as
TJ Woodward
Bestselling author | Inspirational speaker | Recovery expert | Spiritual teacher · Element Q
1 appearance on this show
Erwin Valencia
former head of the New York Knicks medical and performance staff, founder of the Grasshopper Project · unknown
1 appearance on this show
Emily
Cal State Long Beach President's Ambassador · The Rooted Vine
1 appearance on this show
Ben
CTO and Lead Product · Acter
1 appearance on this show
John
Owner and Founder · The Rack House Kitchen Wine Whiskey
1 appearance on this show
Dave
coach and healer · PVD Horror Podcast
1 appearance on this show
Brad Warner
1 appearance on this show
Rylend Grant
comic writer of the Breach and screenwriter of The Haunted Heart · Source Point Press
1 appearance on this show
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