Cross River Meditation Center Podcast

Week 1: Four Noble Truths Sumedho - Introduction - Matt - 03/14/2026

On this episode, Matt begins our study of the Four Noble Truths as presented by Ajahn Sumedho with an introduction to the book and overview of the approach. The Four Noble Truths offer us a profound means to understand the nature of our own experience, they are an integral part of daily life and practice. Details can be found on the Classes page of the website along with a link to Ajahn Sumedho's (free) book. We will be working through this material over the next three months.
 

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On Merit and Other Feel Good Things

On this episode, Brian and Matt have a conversation about Merit. Merit has a bit of a stigma to it, especially in Western societies; we can easily turn this into an "I-making" process. But this shouldn't be thought of as a means towards some achievement or recognition or validation. It is meant as a means of deepening practice, integrating the precepts, and cultivating mindfulness. There are three types of merit: giving (dāna), virtue (sīla), and meditation (bhāvanā). These three acts are essential for cultivating a wise sense of self while developing a strong foundation for deeply integrating our practices.
 

Starting on March 14th, we'll begin a series on Ajahn Sumedho's book on the Four Noble Truths, information for that can be found on the Classes page of the website.
 

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Week 17:Book of Eights - Recap & Integration - Brian- 02/28/2026

On this episode, Brian completes our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with a recap and integration session. Next week will be our (almost) Spring Hybrid Retreat, details can be found here. Starting on March 7th, we'll begin a series on Ajahn Sumedho's book on the Four Noble Truths, information for that can be found on the Classes page of the website.
 

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Week 16: Book of Eights - SN 4:16 To Sariputta - Matt - 02/14/2026

On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with the final chapter Sn 4:16 To Sāriputta, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will wrap up the Book of Eights with a recap and integration class on February 28th. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 15: Book of Eights - SN 4:15 The Rod Embraced - Jen - 02/07/2026

On this episode, Jen continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:15 The Rod Embraced, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next couple of weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 14: Book of Eights - SN 4:14 Quickly - Brian - 01/31/2026

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:14 Quickly, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next couple of weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 13: Book of Eights - SN 4:13 The Greater Array - Brian - 01/24/2026

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:13 The Great Array, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 12: Book of Eights - SN 4:12 The Lesser Array - Jen - 01/10/2026

On this episode, Jen continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:12 The Lesser Array, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 11: Book of Eights - SN 4:11 Quarrels & Disputes - Matt - 01/03/2026

On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:11 Quarrels & Disputes, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 10: Book of Eights - SN 4:10 Before the Break up (of the body) - Brian - 12/27/2025

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:10 Before the Break-up (of the Body), located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 9: Book of Eights - SN 4:9 To Magandiya - Brian - 12/13/2025

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:9 To Māgandiya, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 8: Book of Eights - SN 4:8 To Pasura - Matt - 12/06/2025

On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:8 To Pasūra, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 7: Book of Eights - SN 4:7 To Tissa-Metteyya - Brian - 11/29/2025

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:7 To Tissa-Metteyya, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 6: Book of Eights - SN 4:6 Old Age - Jen - 11/15/2025

On this episode, Jen continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:6 Old Age | sutta, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 5: Book of Eights - SN 4:5 The Supreme Octet - Brian 11/08/2025

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, withSn 4:5 The Supreme Octet, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

 

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Week 4: Book of Eights - SN 4:4 The Pure Octet - Brian - 11/01/2025

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:4 The Pure Octet, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 3: Book of Eights - SN 4:3 The Corrupted Octet - Matt - 10/11/2025

On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:3  The Corrupted Octet, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

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Week 2: Book of Eights - SN 4:2 The Cave Octet - Brian - 10/04/2025

On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with Sn 4:2 The Cave Octet, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

 

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Week 1: Book of Eights - SN 4:1 Sensual Pleasures - Jen - 09/27/2025

On this episode, Jen begins our review of the Octet Chapter, or the Book of Eights, with SN 4:1 Sensual Pleasures, located in the Sutta Nipāta, in the fifth book of the Pali Canon, the Khuddaka Nikāya. This part of the Canon holds some of the earliest teachings of the Buddha, cutting to the heart of his Dhamma. We will be working through this chapter for the next several months. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation.

 

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Week 12: Gradual Training - Recap & Integration - Brian - 09202025

On this episode, Brian provides a recap of the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta. A group discussion follows. Next week will begin the Book of Eights. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 11: Gradual Training - Liberation (Ending the Effluents) - Brian - 09132025

On this episode, Brian completes our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the twelfth step: Liberation through the ending of the Effluents. Next week will provide a recap and integration session. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 10: Gradual Training - Knowledge & Vision - Jen - 09062025

On this episode, Jenn continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the eleventh step: Knowledge and Vision. Next week will conclude the Gradual Training, we'll spend the week after doing a recap and integration session. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 9: Gradual Training - Insight - Matt - 08302025

On this episode, Matt continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the tenth step: Insight. We will be spending the next few weeks working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 8: Gradual Training - Jhana Part 2 - Brian - 08232025

On this episode, Brian continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the ninth step: The Four Jhanas. We will be spending the next few weeks working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 7: Gradual Training - Jhana Part 1 - Brian - Brian - 08162025

On this episode, Brian continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the eighth step: Access Concentration. We will be spending the next few weeks working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 6: Gradual Training - Seclusion & Hindrances - Matt - 08092025

On this episode, Matt continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the sixth and seventh steps: Seclusion & Abandoning the Hindrances. We will be spending the next few months working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 5: Gradual Training - Contentment - Brian - 08022025

On this episode, Brian continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the fifth step: Contentment. We will be spending the next few months working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 4: Gradual Training - Mindfulness - Matt - 07262025

On this episode, Matt continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the fourth step: Mindfulness & Clear Comprehension. We will be spending the next few months working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 3: Gradual Training - Sense Restraint - Brian - 07192025

On this episode, Brian continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the third step: Sense Restraint. We will be spending the next few months working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 2: Gradual Training - Virtue - Jen - 07122025

On this episode, Jen continues our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, with the second step: Virtue. We will be spending the next few months working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Week 1: Gradual Training - Hearing the Dhamma - Brian - 07052025

On this episode, Brian begins our journey through the Buddha's Gradual Training, as presented in Digha Nikaya 2: Samannaphala Sutta, starting with the first step: Hearing the Dhamma. We will be spending the next few months working through this series of teachings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Sublime Attitudes: Equanimity Brian 06212025

On this episode, Brian finishes our discussion on the Sublime Attitudes with Upekkha, Equanimity. This talk highlights the importance of finding balance, of staying in the middle of all phenomena, to cultivate the heart limitlessly. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Sublime Attitudes: Empathetic Joy Brian 06142025

On this episode, Brian continues our discussion on the Sublime Attitudes turning to Mudita, Empathetic Joy. We will wrap up the Sublime Attitudes next Saturday with Equanimity. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Sublime Attitudes: Compassion Jen 05312025

On this episode, Jen continues our discussion on the Sublime Attitudes turning to Karuna, Compassion. We will be reviewing these attitudes for the next few weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Sublime Attitudes: Goodwill Brian 05312025

On this episode, Brian discusses the importance of Metta, or Goodwill and how it relates to the Noble Eightfold Path. The first of four Brahmaviharas, or Sublime Attitudes. We will be reviewing these attitudes for the next few weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Sixteen - Recap 05/24/2025

On this episode, Brian provides a recap of the Truth of Happiness series, covering everything from holding the precepts to the ending of the effluents, the four noble truths, and dependent co-arising. A group discussion follows. Over the next several weeks we will be reviewing the Brahmaviharas, or the sublime abidings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Fifteen - Aflame Matt 05/24/2025

On this episode, Matt covers Week Fifteen of the Truth of Happiness covering the Aditta-pariyaya Sutta, the All is aflame. A group discussion follows. We will be wrapping up the Truth of Happiness next weekend with an integration / recap session. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Fourteen - Ratana Sutta / Precepts Matt 05/10/2025

On this episode, Matt covers Week Fourteen of the Truth of Happiness covering the Ratana Sutta and recapping the precepts. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Thirteen - Effluents Brian 05/03/2025

On this episode, Brian covers Week Thirteen of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the effluents, the underlying conditions that both create and perpetuate dukkha. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Twelve - Hindrances Jen 04/26/2025

On this episode, Jen covers Week Twelve of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the common hindrances to our practice. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Eleven - Kamma and Rebirth Brian 04/19/2025

On this episode, Brian covers Week Eleven of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the Buddha's awakenings and the central importance that Kamma and Rebirth play in our daily practice. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Ten - Dependent Origination Jen 04/12/2025

On this episode, Jen covers Week Ten of the Truth of Happiness and discusses Dependent Origination, or Dependent Co-arising, the process by which we give birth to stress and suffering. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Nine - The Five Clinging Aggregates Brian 04/05/2025

On this episode, Brian covers Week Nine of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the Five Clinging Aggregates, along with an aggregates meditation. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Eight - Three Perceptions Jen 03/29/2025

On this episode, Jen covers Week Eight of the Truth of Happiness with the Three Marks of Existence, also referred to as the Three Perceptions. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Seven - 8FP - Wisdom Brian 03/22/2025

On this episode, Brian covers Week Seven of the Truth of Happiness continuing the Eightfold Path with the Wisdom factors, Right View and Right Resolve. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Spring Hybrid Retreat - Sacca-Vibhanga Part 3 Jen - 03/16/2025

On this episode, Jen finishes our weekend retreat with Part 3 of the Sacca-vibhanga Sutta with a discussion on the eightfold path. A class discussion follows. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Spring Hybrid Retreat - Sacca-Vibhanga Part 2 Matt - 03/15/2025

On this episode, Matt continues our Spring Retreat with the second part of the Sacca-Vibhanga Sutta going into more detail about the first three noble truths. A class discussion follows. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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Spring Hybrid Retreat - Sacca-Vibhanga Sutta Part 1 Brian - 03/15/2025

On this episode, Brian discusses the first part of the Sacca-Vibhanga Sutta with a discussion on the Dhamma Wheel and the First Noble Truth. A class discussion follows. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Six - 8FP - Concentration Matt 03/08/2025

On this episode, Matt covers Week Six of the Truth of Happiness continuing the eightfold path with the Concentration factors. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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TOH Week Five - 8FP - Virtue Brian 03/01/2025

On this episode, Brian covers Week Five of the Truth of Happiness, the virtue factors of the eightfold path. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation

 

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