Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life — Season 1
Join Alan Watts in season one of On Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life. His inaugural season introduces and begins to break down our understanding of what is and what could be.
About this season
Join Alan Watts in season one of On Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life. His inaugural season introduces and begins to break down our understanding of what is and what could be.
Episodes (18)
1. Man and Nature
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Is it man against nature, nature against man or should they all work together?
2. Things and Thinks
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Reexamine separateness and oneness with Watts' unique insight into how we view existence.
3. Time
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Rethink how you view time and plan for what's next in this piece about the now.
4. The Void
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Could there be freedom in emptiness and answers in absolution?
5. The Silent Mind
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Examine the idea of quieting not just the external voice but that which fills the mind when silence awaits.
6. On Death
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Explore the true definition of death as well as rebirth.
7. Recollection
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Examine the idea of individualism and the challenges it presents.
8. Queries And Sources
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
If this series or subject fascinates you, take advantage of Watts sharing his resources.
9. Pain
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Redefine what pain is and what it means for the living.
10. Nonsense
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Explore life without the harsh definitions of purpose placed on modern life throughout the world.
11. On Being Vague
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Could there be more kindness, a softening, in the world with more vague and less concrete approaches?
12. Law and Order
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Explore where natural intellect and modern agreements meet.
13. Omnipotence
Aired 31 December 1959 • 540 min
Come to a better understanding of creating and nurturing.
14. The Life of Zen
Aired 31 December 1960 • 540 min
Take a brief glimpse into the conversations and joy between guru and apprentice.
15. Zen in Painting
Aired 31 December 1960 • 540 min
Examine the most basic of maneuvers: a brushstroke.
16. Zen in Gardens and Architecture
Aired 31 December 1960 • 540 min
Learn from his extensive experience in incorporating nature's elements in intentional design.
17. Zen In Fencing And Judo
Aired 31 December 1960 • 540 min
Enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the history of these disciplines.
18. Buddhism And Christianity
Aired 31 December 1960 • 540 min
Having come from both practices, Watts encourages a dialogue and exploration of unity.