Thich Nhat Hanh
Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows
A Buddhist teacher and meditation master referenced across podcasts for his insights on human psychology and equanimity. His teachings on mindfulness and decision-making are cited as influential in both personal development and spiritual practice, with particular note of how his work shaped notable figures' spiritual journeys despite experiences of exile and suffering.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 16, 2026
The Science of Emotion Regulation: Strategies for When You're Anxious, Angry, or Comparing Yourself To Other | Marc Brackett, Ph.D
“Zen Buddhist teacher; Dr. Brackett's preferred mindfulness practice source with 40 years of personal practice”

The Daily · Mar 7, 2026
'The Interview': Many See a World In Crisis. Rebecca Solnit Sees Possibility.
“Buddhist teacher quoted on community as collective hero rather than individual saviors”
On Purpose with Jay Shetty · Feb 27, 2026
Don't Waste Your Life (Use THIS Daily Shift To Build a Life That ACTUALLY Feels Meaningful)
“Buddhist teacher quoted on human preference for familiar pain over unfamiliar uncertainty in decision-making.”
Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson · Feb 9, 2026
Reducing Reactivity (Without Becoming a Doormat) with Sharon Salzberg
“Meditation teacher referenced as example of equanimity developed through exile and tremendous suffering”
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin · Feb 4, 2026
George Saunders
“Buddhist teacher who influenced Saunders' wife and led to his introduction to Tibetan Buddhism”
Tara Brach · Jan 15, 2026
How Hope Can Heal and Free Us – Part 1
“Buddhist teacher quoted on making aspirations larger, deeper, and more encompassing”
Tara Brach · Jan 8, 2026
Coming Home to True Refuge | Finding Peace Through Awareness, Truth, and Love
“Vietnamese Buddhist monk referenced through story of student misinterpreting 'Tic-Not-Hon' mantra but finding transformation through sincere practice”
The Peter Attia Drive · Dec 22, 2025
#377 ‒ Special episode: Understanding true happiness and the tools to cultivate a meaningful life—insights from past interviews with Arthur Brooks
“Vietnamese Buddhist monk whose teachings on attachment and opinions are cited as foundational to happiness work”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Dec 15, 2025
3 Ways to Want Less and Be Happier
“Vietnamese Buddhist monk cited for teaching that opinions are among humanity's worst attachments.”
Tara Brach · Dec 10, 2025
Meditation: The Center of Now (22:26 min)
“Zen teacher cited as originator of 'smile yoga' technique used throughout the meditation practice”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Nov 10, 2025
A 5-Step Approach to Ending Your Phone Addiction
“Vietnamese Buddhist philosopher; quoted on mindfulness practice and full presence in daily activities”