The Secret Lives of Buddhist Scholars with Pierce Salguero | The Lion‘s Roar Podcast Ep. 140

In this interview, Buddhadharma deputy editor Mariana Restrepo speaks with Dr. Pierce Salguero about a survey he conducted among Buddhist studies scholars, providing an insightful look into the changing landscape of Buddhist scholarship. The survey highlights the growing intersection between academic research and Buddhist practice, challenging the traditional expectation that scholars maintain objectivity by distancing themselves from the religious traditions they study. Instead, the survey reveals that many Buddhist studies scholars are actively engaged in religious and spiritual practices, with some attributing their academic paths to profound mystical or spiritual experiences. This episode is sponsored by Minding the Gap Coaching: https://www.mindingthegapcoaching.com/ ABOUT LION'S ROAR Lion’s Roar is an independent non-profit foundation whose mission is to communicate Buddhist wisdom and practices in order to benefit people’s lives and our society, and to support the development of Buddhism in the modern world. Through our print and digital publications, we aim to bring dharma to people right where they are, knowing what a difference it can make in their lives. Subscribe to our channel:    / @lionsroaronline   Get our weekly top stories delivered to your inbox: https://www.lionsroar.com/newsletter/ Website: https://www.lionsroar.com/ Facebook:   / lionsroarbuddhism   Instagram:   / lionsroarbuddhism