“Why haven’t I been learning about nonviolence my whole life? The more we learn about nonviolence, the more we can see opportunities to apply its principles in our daily lives.” –Metta intern, Mercedes Mack. On this episode of Peace Paradigm Radio, Michael Nagler shares exciting stories of nonviolence in the news. We talk to… read more
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Nonviolent Action and Unarmed Peacekeeping
Why are we conditioned to believe that violence is necessary? Is it? In Friday’s episode of Peace Paradigm Radio we explore the power of nonviolence organizing on both the grassroots and the international levels, with nonviolence in the news for Friday, March 6. Then, we are joined by activist, author and artist, Rivera Sun who… read more
Nonviolence and Nonviolent Communication
In honor of Marshall Rosenberg October 6, 1934-February 7, 2015 Peace Paradigm Radio explores the power of active nonviolence. Our show begins with Michael Nagler’s inspiring and empowering review of nonviolence in the news from around the world. Then we begin to explore the relationship between nonviolence and nonviolent communication. Beyond its powerful potential in… read more
Lessons from Afghanistan: Peace Paradigm Radio
Our guest on Peace Paradigm Radio is Amandine Roche, writer, human rights worker, yoga teacher and founder of Amanuddin Foundation. She shares inspiration as she tells us about her journey towards nonviolence, her experience while living in Afghanistan as a peaceworker, and the importance of inner work for agents of change and peace. Finally, she… read more
As Heard on PPR: Albanian Blood Feuds
As mentioned by Michael Nagler in “Nonviolence in the News” section on January 23, 2015 episode of Peace Paradigm Radio (PPR), The Art of Nonviolence, Operazione Colomba (Operation Dove) is a project by the Pope John Paul XXIII community to promote nonviolence, peacekeeping, and peace-building in conflict zones. Currently, Operative Dove is operating in several… read more
Dr. King on Loving Enemies- then and now (PPR podcast)
“Nonviolence aims at the restoration of relationships.” -Michael Nagler on this week’s episode of Peace Paradigm Radio! In this week’s show, Stephanie and Michael get into a passionate discussion on nonviolent strategy in our bi-monthly nonviolence in the news report and both emerge with new insights about this great power. As January is the… read more
Nonviolence and Zen Buddhism
For hatred can never put an end to hatred; love alone can. This is an unalterable law. People forget that their lives will end soon. For those who remember, quarrels come to an end. -The Buddha, from Twin Verses In this episode of Peace Paradigm Radio, Michael Nagler shares his insights from his recent interview with climate… read more
Free Speech Movement
(The Free Speech Movement launching. . . ) (Metta’s own Michael Nagler at the FSM above in his Deux Chevaux, taking people home from jail…) First, take in the good news, that is, nonviolence in the news. Then, stay to hear and learn more about the Free Speech Movement. We are proud to share this… read more
Peace Paradigm Radio: The Music Episode
A great mix of conscious, peace themed music to increase your positivity and person power! We are joined in the studio by DJ Lukasbadukas to talk about these songs and some nonviolence in the news. A fun, smart show with your friends at Metta! http://archives.mettacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Peace-Paradigm-Radio-S192014.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS… read more
The US Department of Arts and Culture
This show was approved by the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture. . . Wait, what? There is actually a USDAC?! Yes, it is a parallel institution, a form of nonviolent constructive program that we talk about so often here at the Metta Center–build the institutions you want without waiting for those at the top… read more
