The Happiest Man in the World - Matthieu Ricard

Matthieu Ricard found himself part of the Parisian jet set as a young man, only to reject that lifestyle. The son of the great French philosopher Jean-Francois Revel, Matthieu was born in France in 1946 and eventually earned a Ph.D. in cell genetics at the renowned Institute Pasteur.

In 1967, Matthieu left science behind to move to the Himalayas and become a Buddhisy monk = and to pursue happiness, both at a basic human level and as a subject of inquiry.

Ricard is the author of The Quantum and the Lotus: A Journey to the Frontiers Where Science and Buddhism Meet, Happiness: A Guide to Developing Life's Most Important Skill and his newest work, Why Meditate? - Working with Thoughts and Emotions.

Neuroscientists did numerous brain scans and brain wave measurements on Matthieu and discovered that parts of his brain associated with positive emotions were unusually active. A British paper nicknamed him, "The Happiest Man in the World." His website is - http://www.matthieuricard.org/

Two powerful people in broadcasting - Sheri Salata & Bill Siemering

Sheri Salata is President of Harpo Studios and served as Executive Producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show. She shares her favorite highlights of the show's 25 years and favorite moments on-air and behind the scenes. Sheri is also helping to promote a beautiful book just released, The Oprah Winfret Show: Reflections on an American Legacy.

Bill Siemering was a founding member of the National Public Radio (NPR) Board of Directors and author of the network's original mission and goals. Bill led the development of All Things Considered and helped launch Fresh Air with Terry Gross to a nationwide audience. He is now President of a great organization - Developing Radio Partners.

Sheri and Bill are great examples of people using the power of media to create personal and social change in the world. They are using their talents and gifts to help people think differently. They are...in their own way....bringing love to life!

Into the Heart of Life with Tenzin Palmo

Jestsunma Tenzin Palmo was raised in London and became of the the first Westerners to be ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun. The popular book, Cave in the Snow, chronicled her journey of living in a cave for 12 years for meditation, the last 3 years in strict retreat.

She has been a passionate voice in promoting the status of female practitioners in Tibetan Buddhism. On this week's radio show, Tenzin Palmo will talk about her amazing journey and insights from her newest book, Into the Heart of Life. You can visit her at - http://www.tenzinpalmo.com/

Heaven Below with singer/songwriter Peter Mayer!

Peter Mayer writes songs for a small planet - songs about interconnectedness and the human journey; about the beauty and the mystery of the world. I have listened to his music for years and it's a delight to have conversation with Pete again, on this week's show.

His newest CD, Heaven Below, is music for the soul and will inspire your heart. This humble social change artist from Minnesota is a gifted wordsmith and poet. He has an ability to truly 'see' what's most important in the world and reminds us to enjoy the awe and wonder of it all.

Enjoy the interview posted on "This Week's Show' webplayer. Visit Pete at - http://www.petermayer.net/

On This Week's Show - Judy Collins!

Legendary singer Judy Collins has been a social change artist for 50 years! Her songs, Both Sides Now and Send In the Clowns, are iconic and she was nominated for an Academy Award (along with Jill Godmillow) for the documentary film, Antonia: A Portrait of the Woman, about her classical piano instructor, conductor Antonia Brico.

We talk about her life, music, relationships and activism. Judy has a new book coming out - Judy Collins: Sweet Judy Blue Eyes. My life in Music.

It was a joy to have Judy on our show...and to play some of her music. I hope you enjoy the broadcast!
Her website is - http://www.judycollins.com/

Julia Butterfly Hill & Loung Ung on This Week's Show!

Environmental activist Julia Butterfly Hill is a powerful voice for love in action. For 738 days, Hill lived in the canopy of an ancient redwood tree, called Luna, to help make the world aware of the plight of ancient forests. Julia's life story is currently being devloped as a dramatic feature film. http://www.juliabutterfly.com/

Loung Ung is a Peace activist and is a survivor of the killing fields of Cambodia. Her memoir, "First They Killed My Father" published by Harper Collins, became a national best seller. http://www.loungung.com/

These amazing women will also be the keynote presenters at the Women Like Us Foundation Tea, October 20th at the Indianapolis Museum of Art from 1pm to 4pm. For info - http://www.womenlikeusfoundation.org/

Be inspired by "This Week's Show"!

Carrie Newcomer and the Spirit of Her Music!

Social Change Artist, Carrie Newcomer, is an amazing talent and is one of the definitive voices of the Heartland and progressive spirituality. She is releasing her fifteenth album, Everything is Everywhere, and it's hot! It's a beautiful fusion of east and west featuring Carrie's unique sound along with the music of Amjad Ali Khan and family....great artists from India.

There will be two special CD Release Concerts:
October 14th in Bloomington, Indiana at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater
October 15th in Indianapolis at Second Presbyterian Church.

Visit http://www.carrienewcomer.com/ for more information and enjoy this week's radio show!