Canadian Broadcast company podcast Tapestry mini-series (2 episodes)
Episode One looks at sexual abuse allegations that surfaced in the Shambhala Buddhist community and explores the power imbalances in guru-student relationships. We ask why this keeps happening in spiritual communities around the world and hear from Shambhala’s board of directors.
Guests include:
- Carol Merchasin — retired lawyer who investigates allegations of abuse in spiritual communities
- Phil Cass — a member of the Shambhala Board of Directors
- Carol Penner — Assistant Professor of Theological Studies at Conrad Grebel University College. She worked as a pastor in various Mennonite congregations
- Matthew Remski — author of Practice and All is Coming: Abuse, Cult Dynamics, and Healing in Yoga and Beyond
Go to Episode 2 of this podcast