The Way Out Is In
Religion & Spirituality
About
This podcast series is aimed at helping us to transcend our fear and anger so that we can be more engaged in the world in a way that develops love and compassion. Thich Nhat Hanh’s calligraphy ‘The Way Out Is In” highlights that the way out of any difficulty is to look deeply within, gain insights and then put them into practice. "The Way Out is In" is co-hosted by Brother Phap Huu, Thich Nhat Hanh's personal attendant for 17 years and the abbot of Plum Village's Upper Hamlet, and Jo Confino, who works at the intersection of personal transformation and sy...
Episodes
- In the Footsteps of the Buddha (4/6) | Fourfold Sangha: The Living Community (Episode #105)
This episode of "The Way Out Is In" features Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino, joined by Sister Tam Muoi and Shantum Seth. They discuss the Fourfold Sangha and the historical significance of the Buddha's decision to ordain the first nuns, r…
- In the Footsteps of the Buddha (3/6) | The Heart of the Buddha’s Teachings (Episode #104)
This episode, recorded in Rajgir, India, features Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu, leadership coach Jo Confino, and Dharma teacher Shantum Seth discussing the foundational teachings of the Buddha. They share personal experiences of prac…
- In the Footsteps of the Buddha (2/6) | Enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree (Episode #103)
This episode of "The Way Out Is In" explores the Buddha's path to enlightenment, from his early life and ascetic practices to achieving awakening under the Bodhi Tree. It also delves into the relevance of his journey for contemporary spiri…
- In the Footsteps of the Buddha (1/6) | The Buddha: Down to Earth (Episode #102)
This episode, recorded in Varanasi, India, is the first of a six-part series following the Buddha's footsteps. It covers understanding the Buddha as a human, teachings on death and impermanence, and the importance of living in the present.…
- Calm in the Storm Q&R, Part Two (Episode #101)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino address listener questions related to their book, "Calm in the Storm: Zen Ways to Cultivate Stability in an Anxious World." They discuss topics such as anxious thoughts, raising children, ma…
- One Hundred Years of Thich Nhat Hanh (Episode #100)
This episode of The Way Out Is In commemorates the centenary of Thich Nhat Hanh's birth, exploring his teachings, their impact, and the development of Plum Village. Brother Phap Huu, Jo Confino, and Sister True Dedication reflect on the po…
- Walking the Path (Episode #99)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss what it means to walk a spiritual path. Brother Phap Huu reflects on his 25 years as a monk, including the joys and challenges of living in a spiritual community…
- Inner Space (Episode #98)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss the importance of creating inner space and stillness through meditation practices. They explore the benefits of meditation, different techniques, and common misconceptions about enli…
- Calm in the Storm Q&R, Part One (Episode #97)
This episode is the first part of a two-part Q&R series featuring Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino, authors of "Calm in the Storm: Zen Ways to Cultivate Stability in an Anxious World." They respond to listener questions related to the book'…
- Self-Forgiveness (Episode #96)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss the journey of self-forgiveness, how to let go of past hurts, and the importance of self-love and compassion. They also touch upon themes of community, spiritual growth, and imperman…
- Cultivating Joy and Togetherness in the Midst of Hardship (Episode #95)
This episode of "The Way Out Is In" features Brother Phap Huu, Jo Confino, and guest Ocean Vuong discussing cultivating joy and togetherness in hardship. They explore themes of intergenerational trauma, the role of language, and finding me…
- Silence (Episode #94)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the importance of silence in personal transformation and spiritual practice, particularly within the Plum Village tradition. They discuss how silence fosters deep reflection, self-aw…
- Guest Episode: Buddhist Practices for Busyness, Overwhelm & Burnout
Brother Phap Huu, a Zen Buddhist monk and co-host of The Way Out Is In, discusses his experience with burnout and recovery on the 10% Happier podcast. He shares Buddhist practices for addressing busyness, overwhelm, and burnout, including…
- The Art of Transmission (Episode #93)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss the concept of transmission in Buddhism. They explore how Buddhist teachings are passed down through generations, emphasizing the roles of deep listening, humili…
- Trauma and Collective Healing (Episode #92)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino are joined by Jo-ann Rosen to discuss individual and collective trauma and how mindfulness and neuroscience can help address it. The conversation explores current and hi…
- Roots and Renewal (Episode #91)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino speak with Nho Tran, a former nun in the Plum Village tradition. They discuss the origins and evolution of the Plum Village tradition, founded by Zen Master Thich Nhat H…
- Joanna Macy’s Message of Hope
This episode of The Way Out Is In features Joanna Macy discussing the relevance of Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings to contemporary crises. She shares insights on active hope, impermanence, and confronting social and ecological challenges. The…
- Spiritual Friendships (Episode #90)
Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino are joined by Nho Tran to explore the importance of spiritual friendship in the Buddhist tradition. They discuss the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh on community, togetherness, and the role of deep listening an…
- The Three Jewels (Episode #89)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the foundational Buddhist teaching of the Three Jewels: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha. They emphasize the Sangha's role in preserving the Buddha's teach…
- The Four Immeasurable Minds (Episode #88)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the four immeasurable minds. They discuss how cultivating love, compassion, joy, and equanimity can help heal negative emotions and lead to a more fulfilling life by transforming suf…
- The Noble Eightfold Path (Episode #87)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the Noble Eightfold Path, a fundamental teaching of the Buddha. They discuss its eight elements and their interconnectedness for self-discovery, personal transfo…
- Are You Sure? (Episode #86)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss Thich Nhat Hanh’s calligraphic work ‘Are You Sure?’. They explore how this question encourages examining perceptions and assumptions as a path to greater underst…
- Zen: Meaning in Simplicity (Episode #85)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss the meaning of Zen and finding beauty in simplicity. They also explore how to practice Zen in everyday life, touching on mindfulness, concentration, and insight.
- Present Moment (Episode #84)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the Buddhist sutra, "The Discourse on Knowing the Better Way to Live Alone." They discuss being present in the moment, acceptance, and the interconnectedness of…
- The Eight Realizations of Great Beings – Part Two (Episode #83)
This episode, part two, features Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu, leadership coach and journalist Jo Confino, and Zen Buddhist nun Sister True Dedication. They discuss the final four of the Eight Realizations of Great Beings, an ancient…
- The Eight Realizations of Great Beings – Part One (Episode #82)
This episode of The Way Out Is In features Brother Phap Huu, Jo Confino, and Sister True Dedication discussing the first four of the Eight Realizations of Great Beings. This ancient Buddhist sutra provides guidance on overcoming suffering,…
- Renewal (Episode #81)
This episode of The Way Out Is In, recorded live, features Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discussing the Buddhist meanings of renewal, letting go of the past, and creating a new future. They also answer audience questions on maintaining m…
- The Beauty of Imperfection (Episode #80)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore themes of self-love, self-acceptance, and overcoming perfectionism. They discuss Buddhist teachings on interbeing and present moment awareness, sharing insights…
- Feel It to Heal It: The Dharma of Music (Episode #79)
This episode of The Way Out Is In features Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino, joined by Jack Peñate and Brother Phap Linh. They discuss the Plum Village Band's debut album, "A Cloud Never Dies," exploring music's role in sharing Dharma and a…
- Being with Busyness Q&A, Part Two (Episode #78)
This episode is part two of a Q&A based on listener questions about busyness and burnout. It draws on the teachings of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and the book "Being with Busyness: Zen Ways to Transform Overwhelm and Burnout" by Brother Ph…
- Being with Busyness Q&A, Part One (Episode #77)
This episode is the first part of a Q&A session prompted by the book "Being with Busyness: Zen Ways to Transform Overwhelm and Burnout." The discussion focuses on listener questions about navigating busyness and stress using mindfulness an…
- The Four Types of Food for Healthy Growth (Episode #76)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the Buddhist concept of the Four Nutriments. They discuss mindful consumption, spiritual development, and adapting ancient teachings to contemporary life, touchi…
- Bridging Being and Doing (Episode #75)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the relationship between "being" and "doing" from both Buddhist and mainstream perspectives. They discuss practical ways to value presence in daily actions and t…
- Mindful Economics: In Conversation with Kate Raworth (Episode #74)
Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino are joined by Kate Raworth, creator of Doughnut Economics, to discuss new economic thinking, boundaries, and putting ideas into practice. Kate shares her journey into reimagining economics and the communitie…
- Being with Painful Feelings (Episode #73)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore Buddhist practices for dealing with painful feelings. They discuss how to handle, be aware of, and understand pain to begin transforming it, drawing on the teachings of Zen Master Th…
- Finding a Spiritual Path (Episode #72)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss finding a spiritual path and developing a spiritual practice. They explore what conditions are needed to feel at home with a spiritual practice and how to integr…
- Ancient Path for Modern Times: Feeling Safe (Episode #71)
This episode of The Way Out Is In, titled "Ancient Path for Modern Times: Feeling Safe," features a panel discussion with Jo Confino, Sister Lang Nghiem, and Dr. Elli Weisbaum. The conversation explores themes of feeling safe, belonging, a…
- Ancient Path for Modern Times: Active Nonviolence (Episode #70)
This episode of The Way Out Is In, recorded at a Plum Village retreat, features a panel discussion on active nonviolence. Guests Sister True Dedication, Christiana Figueres, and Shantum Seth explore Thich Nhat Hanh’s 14 mindfulness trainin…
- Happy Farmers Change the World (Episode #69)
This episode of The Way Out Is In explores the principles of happy farming and land regeneration, drawing connections to Zen Buddhist philosophy and the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh. Jo Confino speaks with Mick McEvoy and Sister Trang Lam…
- Showing Up at Work (Episode #68)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss Right Livelihood in Buddhism. They explore how to find joy and make a positive impact through daily work, touching on themes such as ego, compassion, and balanci…
- Stepping into Freedom – Live Recording with Q&A Session (Episode #67)
Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore stepping into freedom through Buddhist teachings, drawing on Thich Nhat Hanh’s insights. The episode also features a live Q&A session with audience questions and guided meditations.
- The Practice of Gratitude (Episode #66)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the practice of gratitude, its roots in Buddhist philosophy, and its ability to create happiness. They discuss gratitude in various contexts, including interbein…
- Taming Our Survival Instinct (Episode #65)
Brother Phap Huu, Jo Confino, and Sister True Dedication discuss "manas," an aspect of the mind in Buddhism that seeks pleasure and avoids suffering. They explore topics like Buddhist psychology, moderation, and the role of community in ta…
- Ripening Moment by Moment (Episode #64)
Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino explore the Buddhist concept of ripening, also known as the Fourth Dharma Seal of Plum Village. They discuss how important things in life take time to ripen, and the episode concludes with a short meditation.
- Shining Light (Episode #63)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss "shining light," a practice from the Plum Village community. They explore its role in fostering feedback, growth, and understanding within monastic and lay communities, touching on t…
- The Heart of Meditation – Part Two (Episode #62)
Brother Phap Huu, Jo Confino, and Sister True Dedication continue their discussion on Thich Nhat Hanh’s 16 mindful breathing exercises. This episode focuses on exercises nine to sixteen and their application in daily life, with a recap of…
- The Heart of Meditation – Part One (Episode #61)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Sister True Dedication explore the first eight mindful breathing exercises from Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings. They discuss the practice and application of these exercises in daily l…
- 32 Words to Create Harmonious Relationships (Episode #60)
In this episode of The Way Out Is In, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino share 32 words from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. They discuss the Four Mantras and their application in creating harmonious relationships.
- Transforming Generational Suffering and Hatred (Episode #59)
Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss transforming generational suffering and hatred. They explore conflict resolution, peace, and how Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings relate to current global conflicts, drawing on Buddhist philosophy.
- Healing Body and Mind (Episode #58)
In this episode, Brother Phap Huu and Jo Confino discuss healing the body and mind. They explore topics such as mindfulness, accepting pain and suffering, and the impermanence of life, drawing from Buddhist philosophy.