About this episode

The episode discusses the renewal of Buddhism and the insights gained from a pilgrimage in India.

If you wish to support our podcast, please follow this link. Thank you! Welcome to a new episode of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. This episode was recorded live onstage in New Delhi, India, in February 2026, at the end of the pilgrimage In the Footsteps of the Buddha. Leadership coach Jo Confino was joined by Zen Buddhist nun Sister Tam Muoi and Dharma teacher Shantum Seth to discuss what it means to renew Buddhism, and Thich Nhat Hanh’s vision for doing so – including his emphasis on simplicity, equality, and making the teachings accessible and relevant to the contemporary world. They also reflect on their 14-day pilgrimage in India, and how it deepened their understanding of and connection to the Buddha’s teachings. This includes Sister Tam Muoi’s insights about the strong sangha formed among the diverse group of 60 pilgrims from 16 different countries. She also reflects on her personal connection to India and her healing journey of reconnecting with the…

People in this episode

Host: Jo Confino

Guests: Sister Tam Muoi, Shantum Seth

Topics covered

• Buddhism
• Zen teachings
• pilgrimage
• sangha
• renewal of Buddhism

Keywords

• Buddhism
• Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh
• pilgrimage
• sangha
• teachings
• New Delhi
• spirituality

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Plum Village

Places: New Delhi

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