‘Trapped in this peculiar culture and civilisation, how am I to fundamentally change, and what is involved in this change?’

This episode on Civilisation has three sections.

The first extract (2:42) is from Krishnamurti’s second talk in Saanen 1973, and is titled: Civilisation Conditions Us.

The second extract (40:51) is from the second small group discussion in Rome 1972, and is titled: Western Civilisation Is Based on Measurement.

The final extract in this episode (48:30) is from Krishnamurti’s third talk in Saanen 1973, and is titled: Freedom from the Conditioning of Civilisation.

The Krishnamurti Podcast features carefully selected extracts from Krishnamurti’s recorded talks. Each episode highlights his different approaches to universal and timeless themes that affect our everyday lives, the state of the world and the future of humanity.

This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, based at Brockwood Park in the UK, which is also home to the Krishnamurti Retreat Centre. Situated in the beautiful countryside of the South Downs National Park, The Krishnamurti Centre offers retreats individually and in groups. The focus is on inquiry in light of Krishnamurti’s teachings. Please visit krishnamurticentre.org.uk for more information, including our volunteer programme.

‘Religion means to live daily life in goodness – goodness being compassionate, kind, generous.’

This episode on Goodness & Generosity has five sections.

The first extract (2:35) is from Krishnamurti’s third talk in Rishi Valley 1973, and is titled: Educating Children to Flower in Goodness.

The second extract (22:12) is from the first talk in Ojai 1979, and is titled: Is Goodness Possible in This World?

The third extract (52:22) is from the fourth discussion at Brockwood Park School in 1982, and is titled: You Can’t Be Generous Without Love.

The fourth extract (58:43) is from the seventh talk in Ojai 1949, and is titled: Generosity Comes With the Ending of Meanness.

The final extract in this episode (1:10:44) is from the fourth talk in Bangalore 1974, and is titled: Are You Generous in Your Heart?

The Krishnamurti Podcast features carefully selected extracts from Krishnamurti’s recorded talks. Each episode highlights his different approaches to universal and timeless themes that affect our everyday lives, the state of the world and the future of humanity.

This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, based at Brockwood Park in Hampshire, UK. Brockwood is also home to Brockwood Park School, a unique international boarding school offering a personalised, holistic education inspired by Krishnamurti’s teachings. Please visit brockwood.org.uk for more information.

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‘Drugs don't alter your boredom, a drug doesn't end your sorrow. You may escape for the time being, but there is still sorrow.’ This episode on Drugs has six sections.

The first extract (2:42) is from Krishnamurti’s first talk in Amsterdam 1971, and is titled: Why Do You Take Drugs?

The second extract (8:39) is from a discussion with students in Ojai 1966, and is titled: Taking Drugs Is Nothing New.

The third extract (17:24) is from Krishnamurti’s fourth talk at Brockwood Park in 1971, and is titled: Can Drugs Reveal the Whole of Consciousness?

The fourth extract (28:32) is from Krishnamurti’s fourth talk in Saanen 1971, and is titled: Dependency on Drugs.

The fifth extract (38:49) is from Krishnamurti’s fourth talk in Santa Monica 1971, and is titled: Drugs Are an Impediment to Inquiry.

The final extract in this episode (55:49) is from the fourth talk in San Diego 1970, and is titled: Live a Beautiful Life Without Taking Drugs.

The Krishnamurti Podcast features selected extracts from Krishnamurti’s recorded talks. Each episode highlights his different approaches to universal and timeless themes that affect our everyday lives, the state of the world and the future of humanity. This episode’s theme is Drugs. Upcoming themes are Goodness & Generosity, Civilisation and Vulnerability.

This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, based at Brockwood Park in the UK, which is also home to The Krishnamurti Centre. The Centre offers a variety of group retreats, including for young adults. There is also a volunteer programme. The atmosphere at the Centre is one of openness and friendliness, with a sense of freedom to inquire with others and alone. Please visit krishnamurticentre.org.uk for more information.

You can also find our regular Krishnamurti quotes and videos on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook at Krishnamurti Foundation Trust.

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review or rating on your podcast app.