A year out from Daisaku Ikeda’s passing, the Buddhability team continues to bring the 🔥 I personally love the classic, narrative-driven one-on-one interview—it’s such an intimate way to delve into one person’s life and story (makes me think of Terry Gross on NPR! 🤍). Both Buddhability hosts have had their own engaging takes on the format—current host Cassidy has a great knack for asking questions that help frame a guest’s journey for non-practitioners. Thank you all for the inspiration—we love to see (and hear) it ! ⭐️

I have only listened to a few episodes, but they have been hard to listen to. I know the host is trying to be engaging and show interest in the guest, but her interjections detract from the guest’s experiences. The best conversational-style interviews seem to be done with the intent to include the listening audience, but sometimes these conversations feel like the audience is more of a bystander. That seemed especially true of the previous host, but I only listened to one or two of those episodes, so maybe it changed along the way. The other podcast (Buddhist Solutions for Life’s Problems) is of a professional quality on par with other great podcasts and is one I could share with friends who are interested in Buddhism.

The interrupting and moaning noises the host makes while Bora Colak is talking is so distracting that it is hard to listen to.

These teachings are based on a cult that includes a real estate/for profit university scam. Their leader Ikeda is dead but they won’t admit it. They prey on vulnerable people. All the red flags. Look it up.

As a longtime practitioner of this Buddhism, I love this podcast. The original host Jihii Jolly leaves big shoes to fill. She was always an incredibly insightful and talented interviewer with a warm and welcoming personality. She is greatly missed. The new host Cassidy Bradford really knocked it out of the park with the latest Anatomy of a Dream episode! Creatively edited and greatly informative and inspiring—especially for any newcomer to SGI Nichiren Buddhism!

Hello, I appreciate the podcast because I am an international student, now, worker in the arts field. I moved from Ecuador in 2016 to study voice performance. I have moved from several states in the US for education and gigs. SGI came into my life when I was looking for my path in life. Last winter, I found this podcast and helped me to keep chanting and see my possibilities in a real and optimistic way. I would love to tell my story to encourage more people from small countries to follow their dreams.

I listen every single morning with breakfast!

Very inspiring.

These podcasts are so inspiring I look forward to them each week. Jihi is such a down to earth and compassionate host and with the people that she interviews. I have been practicing this Buddhism for 42 years and really love to hear how others also grow and blossom with this practice. Thank you

I like to listen while working but especially in the mornings. This adds to my day in a positive way and in conversations throughout day, I somehow revert back to what I heard on buddhability. Great podcast. The discussions apply to everyday experiences and life. Bravo!!!

I consider listening to this podcast to be an essential part of my Buddhist practice.

This podcast is just what I need when I need it, every time. A wide range of topics guest speakers and so much more. I had to write a review for all of those who feel the same way but haven’t shared it. Here’s to each action towards winning.

I look forward to listening each podcast on my way to go to work! So many good inputs and experiences, it makes my day. Well done team and keep doing!

This podcast is so amazing! I always learn something while listening and find it to be the best pick me up when I’m having a tough day. 1000% recommend!!!

Buddhism a philosophical system from India, generated by the first man who attained Buddhahood ( enlightenment ), Shakyamuni also known as Siddhartha Gautama, a prince of the Shakya tribe, who embarked in a very personal Deep journey to overcome the sufferings of birth, age,slickness and death; his life is the best example and the proof that we all, without exception, possess the Buddha Nature that Shakyamuni attained 2,500 years ago. Without a mentor like Ikeda Sensei and everything he has created ( his mentor’s dream, and his own vow: study materials, translation of those materials to many languages, centers for the community to gather, many Buddhists centers, and the example he set with his own life, regardless all the struggles he faced, like his diagnosis with tuberculosis and yet accomplish all what he has accomplish it’s been in my case a journey of self discovering by having the courage to challenge myself in all areas of my life, and to challenge myself has been the best way to recognize my weaknesses as well as my strengths. My deep gratitude for this refreshing and inspiring carrousel of experiences that says more than explanations, demonstrate the power of SGI Nichiren Buddhism. Thank you Sensei and the entire community of practitioners all over the world. To your absolute success and indestructible happiness. Juan Ibarra San Francisco, California. Great Hiway District. An excellent podcast to spread the life affirming philosophy of SGI Nichiren Buddhism; a very resourceful podcast with life transforming stories from common prople from all walks of life. the conductor is great, with the perfect balance in asking questions snd let the participant to elaborate in his/her own words the process of such inner transformation also known as Human Revolution. BRAVO fir this encouraging podcast for all the hard work behind and to all the practitioners that have participated and encouraged us with their victories over harsh circumstances. Thank yiu very much🙏❤️🙏

I love these podcasts because each episode uplifts me with a real life example of how to use Buddhist wisdom to live compassionately, courageously, and happily! Jihii is a sincere interviewer who never fails to find the most authentic tale of inner transformation.

It’s not just the great content but also the quality of the interviewing technique of the host that really keeps me coming back to this podcast.

These podcasts have helped me change my life so much, thank you!!

I really hope this podcast never ends. Every episode is incredibly powerful. Thank you!

I love listening to these inspirational experiences both diverse in subjects and subject matter about how to conquer whatever obstacles life may throw at us using Nichiren Buddhist philosophy. Great show, and great job Jihii Jolly!!!

I’ve been listening to the podcast since it came out. It still is a go to for me when I need regrounding, recentering or encouragement. Definitely recommend, give a listen!

These podcasts are great and feel more conversational however I just really miss the previous SGI USA podcast format - it was much more poignant and straight to the point. It also included separate excerpts and quotes from Sensei, different speakers/professionals within one episode. It was truly a listening experience. I also loved all the background music! 😢

I wait for new episodes every week. It really is the most encouraging thing I can listen to over and over again. Specially while driving! Highly recommend it if you are new to the practice or just need some encouragement on a specific topic.

All the subjects covered in each episode are so relevant to the happenings of today’s world. The talks are so honest with great depth, and most importantly, so encouraging! It’s truly an amazing force for hope and ultimately deep joy of living. Thank you for the great work!

I am so grateful for this podcast and the refreshing take on Buddhist concepts applied to our everyday experiences. Thank you so much taking this on!

Really enjoy hearing from young people around the US who practice Nichiren Buddhism and work to transform their challenges into victories! Jihi is an excellent interviewer. Each episode is a gem.

This podcast never fails to deliver thoughtful high quality subjects (people) and their efforts to create a better world. Helps me to reach a bit deeper, try a bit harder to do the same with joy. Thank you

I am so moved by everyone’s experiences and it reinforces hope in my own life.

A diverse plethora of topics and concepts relative to a winning philosophy of life. Greatness in the brilliant lives of ordinary people! So beautiful! Xoxo #lovebuddhability

This podcast is absolutely life altering in the best possible way! No matter how you feel if you’re happy it brings you more joy if you’re sad the sun rises as you listen, I’m so grateful for this podcast I cannot wait for the next episode.!!

The conversations between Jihi and her guests are so down to earth while also explaining Nichiren Buddhism. Every episode has made me feel like I am right there with them or at one of our SGI meetings. This is a terrific podcast to recommend to anyone who is new to the practice. Jihi,in particular, is at the top of her game and sounds like any professional NPR show host.

I love this podcast. It connects me with the practice and the diverse experiences within it.

I’ve been practicing the Soka Gakkai buddhism since I was born in Japan for over 40 years. Now that I practice this Buddhism in the US, I was introduced to this podcast😊 This podcast covers ranges of topics that are well needed in this day in age. I appreciate SGI-USA creating this podcast and website, along with another podcast “Buddhist Solutions (for life’s problems)” which is also incredible! Please keep up the wonderful job you guys are doing - I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this podcast to anyone interested in Buddhism, as well as current practitioners of the SGI Buddhism and anyone going through various hardships in life 😌✌️ My only hope and wish is to have something similar in Japanese language available for those in Japan!!!

I just started chanting again after 40 years (!) and I’m looking for understanding, encouragement, and connection. This podcast is very comforting—it helps me understand that I am not alone. It stirs my feelings, and activates my motivation for changing nam myoho renge kyo.

I’ve been practicing Buddhism with the SGI for ten years, and I’ve lamented the lack of high quality media. This podcast is awesome. It totally helps me connect with other stories and find ways to express my Buddhability and to create value in the world. 🙏🏻❤️🔥 Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!

There are so many Buddhism podcasts and podcasts that center on the subject of Buddhism itself and it’s origins, but so few that are relatable and relate to modern topics and how to utilize this practice (SGI specifically) in order to put it to use, especially with the way that the world is now. Thank you for providing this space! And please keep providing it ✨

This is wonderful. I am so thankful that this podcast is around. It allows me to “study” while driving in my car or working on my laptop. It is truly elevates my life condition. This also allows, others to learn about Nichiren Buddhism in a way that they may relate to.

This was really helpful for me.

I’ve been practicing for 40 years and this is the best material I’ve heard from SGI for this modern world. I’ve already totally changed my chanting focus from « how can I change or overcome this » to « what kind of person do I want to be ». Living the vow so people around me will be curious to learn about Buddhism - or will be encouraged in their own Buddhist practice - through witnessing my behavior and who I am. Thank you for this amazing body of work you are producing.

I very much enjoyed the episode six really needed it the encouragement I am in SGI Buddhist practicing for 20 years now but I still go through my ups and downs and I appreciate all the encouragement so thank you again

Practical, personable, profound. Love the guests and host.

It’s amazing to listen to just how perfectly that this practice can be applied to our everyday life. Episode three just got so many nerves that I had to keep pausing and replaying to process it all. Love it keep it up!!

Thank you for this lovely App. It will help the World to understand Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism in a more down to earth way. Its a wonderful tool to chant the Mystic Law to benefit our lives. Nam Myoho Renge Kyo is so great it works for everyone. I want to share this on my FB page called ‘Nam Myohi Renge Kyo - The Mystic Law’. I hope thats ok. Good adventures with this mission. Thanks again. Yours sincerely, Reavell Orr. Nichiren Buddhist.

Give this amazing podcast a try for a few episodes. You will be glad you did

What an incredible podcast! Such incredible voices, perspectives, and well put together. Simply amazing!

The voice editing is so choppy. I can tell that the responses have been edited. It’s clearly sliced & diced together.