Civil Discourse: Recent Episodes
Jayme Wojciechowski
Discussions and interviews that bring mindfulness into our lives, culture and politics. Hosted by Jayme Wojciechowski & Marilyn Brown.
Marilyn & Jayme discuss the differences and similarities between mindfulness and organized religion.
Marilyn & Jayme discuss how we can cultivate mindful relationships rooted in love instead of attachment.
Marilyn & Jayme discuss getting back on the mindful track, and what has caused their podcasting hiatus.
Marilyn & Jayme discuss the Channel4 video about a couple who held a mindful divorce ceremony.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss a mindfulness quote by Sharon Salzberg and our mindful approach to future planning & goal setting.
Marilyn & Jayme have a mindful chat about Marilyn's Alma Mater and the documentary series, "America To Me," that was filmed there.
Marilyn & Jayme chat about what they have been up to during their summer hiatus, as well as quotes by Alan Watts and Esther Hicks.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the difference between patriotism and nationalism, as well as the role mindfulness can play in civil disobedience.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the power of empathy to bring more mindfulness into our lives, culture and politics.
Jayme & Marilyn have a follow-up discussion about the racist tweet that recently led to the cancellation of Roseanne.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the Ruth Bader Ginsberg documentary, "RBG," as well as the controversies surrounding the "Roseanne" revival.
In our second Mother's Day Edition, Jayme & Marilyn discuss the changing dynamic of the "Mother" archetype, as well as the shifting "gender norms" in both family and societal structures.
Marilyn & Jayme discuss their thoughts on "fake news" and how we combat misinformation in a mindful way.
Marilyn & Jayme bring a little mindfulness to the Starbucks Controversy and the cultural importance of Beyoncé headlining at Coachella.
Marily & Jayme discuss their thoughts on idealism and how we all play a role in the problems that face our society.
Marilyn & Jayme catch up after a three-week hiatus and discuss their thoughts on Black Panther.
Today we discuss a quote by Brene Brown and the importance of allowing ourselves to not always be okay.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the growing trend of company's offering mindfulness classes to their employees, and a quote about Happiness by Thich Nhat Hanh.
This week we discuss the upcoming winter solstice and the role it plays in our mindfulness practice.
Marilyn dives into what prompted her brand new hairstyle, and we discuss one of Jayme's favorite quotes on compassion by Pema Chodron.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss Jayme's current Facebook experiment, as well as the art of mindful apologies in context of the recent influx of sexual harassment scandals.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the recent victories of diverse political candidates and ways to remain mindful during the holiday season.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the importance of staying mindful when preparing for emergencies and disasters.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the role of mindfulness when feeling negative emotions such as fear, anger, and hate.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss how we can bring a mindful perspective to the discussion surrounded racism, Colin Kaepernick, and Tina Fey.
Jayme and Marilyn discuss the recent protests, violence, and terrorism that occurred in Charlottesville over the removal of a Confederate statue.
Jayme and Marilyn celebrate one year of Civil Discourse, and discuss their mindful break from mainstream media and politics.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the recent death of a young woman who committed suicide after attending a 10-day meditation retreat, and the importance of finding a positive mindfulness practice that is right for you.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss how to use mindfulness to combat misinformation used to push political agendas.
Jayme & Marilyn have a mindful discussion about the latest Kathy Griffin and Bill Maher controversies.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss their views on religion and how mindfulness can enhance our spirituality, no matter what that spirituality looks like.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss their favorite mindfulness quotes about mothers, and what "mother" mean to them.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss Jimmy Kimmel's opening monologue about his son's heart disease, and the importance of creating a more mindful dialogue around healthcare.
Jayme and Marilyn discuss the mindfulness of political satire and comedy, as well as Heineken's new politically fueled ad, Worlds Apart.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss the connection between mindfulness and minimalism, and give tips on how to lead a more minimalist lifestyle.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss a major misconception about mindfulness and why it is important to begin feeling comfortable with discomfort. Life begins at the end of our comfort zone.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss how to create positive changes in our lives and the world by turning mindfulness into action.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss how mindfulness can help us break free from the illusion of duality and separatism.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss ways to use mindfulness to help alleviate the epidemic of political apathy.
Jayme & Marilyn discuss Trevor Noah's comments on racism, and the importance of shifting to a more mindful and intersectional conversation on race.
Jayme & Marilyn Discuss how we can begin to build a more mindful political process and discourse.
Jayme and Marilyn are joined by Caroline Stewart to discuss their experience participating in the Women's March that took place the day after Donald Trump's inauguration.
Jayme and Marilyn discuss the anxiety people are feeling as we approach Donald Trump's inauguration, and how we can create positive change by leading with mindfulness instead of criticism.
Jayme and Marilyn discuss the controversy surrounding Meryl Streep's Golden Globe Acceptance Speech and what Marilyn learned from her very first 3 day silent meditation retreat.
Jayme is joined by Selena Vidya & Poonam Basu in a discussion on creating a mindful New Year and how you can achieve your New Year's Resolutions.