Guest Appearance - Rebecca Stover

Guest Appearance - Rebecca Stover

Author: Nicholas Bright Haight July 8, 2022 Duration: 1:06:10

Bright on Buddhism - Guest Appearance - Rebecca Stover

Disclaimer: Nick's audio is very low quality due to some technical difficulties. We apologize. 

This week, Bright on Buddhism welcomes our 3rd special guest, Rebecca Stover! Rebecca is an MA student in Library and Information Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She specializes in the curation of Buddhist materials for Western, English-speaking audiences. She has travelled to India, where she spent a week as a Buddhist nun, as well as where she made several pilgrimages to important Buddhist sites, and she has also lived in Japan for a brief period. She has studied Japanese Buddhism and Indian Buddhist commentarial literature, such as that of Nagarjuna. In today's conversation, we discuss these experiences in depth. We hope you enjoy!

Resources: 

https://guides.library.illinois.edu/c.php?g=983579

https://guides.library.illinois.edu/buddhism


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Credits:

Nick Bright: Script, Cover Art, Music, Voice of Hearer, Co-Host

Proven Paradox: Editing, mixing and mastering, social media, Voice of Hermit, Co-Host



Nicholas Bright Haight brings his academic background and personal curiosity to each episode of Bright On Buddhism. As a scholar of East Asian Buddhism currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Religion, with a specialization in pre-modern Japanese Buddhist architecture, Nick approaches these conversations with both depth and accessibility. The discussions unfold in a relaxed, question-and-answer style, making often complex philosophical and historical ideas feel approachable and immediately relevant. You’ll hear explorations that draw from his specific research areas, like Japanese Buddhist historical responses to cultural shifts, while also addressing the broader, timeless questions at the heart of the tradition. This isn’t a formal lecture series, but rather a thoughtful dialogue meant for anyone with an interest in how these ancient teachings intersect with modern life. The Bright On Buddhism podcast creates a space where scholarly insight meets casual conversation, demystifying topics without losing their profound essence. Whether you're well-versed in Buddhist thought or just beginning to explore spirituality and religion, these episodes offer a grounded and informative perspective.
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