LIFE WITH A LAMA HEALER
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LIFE WITH A LAMA HEALER is a transformative podcast that delves into the extraordinary life of Lama Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Lama, healer and humanitarian.
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Join Host Lelia O’Connor and her guests as they share remarkable stories of what it was like to live, work and travel with a living Buddha. You’ll hear first-hand accounts of personal healings and pilgrimages to exotic sacred places like Tibet, Mongolia, Nepal and Borobudur temple, as well as how to develop inner peace and deep discussion about the power of compassion. Be inspired by these insightful, mind-blowing, funny, precious stories about one of the greatest Tibetan masters and healers.
Explore practical applications of self-healing meditations, how to overcome stress, anxiety and fear, and learn what’s possible when we practice the inner peace teachings of the Buddha. Embark on a transformative journey with us towards living a life filled with greater joy, peace, and wisdom.
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May 2, 2026
Today, we have the profound honor of speaking with Lama Michel Rinpoche — a globally respected Buddhist teacher, author, scholar and successor to Lama Gangchen Rinpoche. Recognized as a reincarnate Lama at the age of five, Lama Michel has devoted his life to teaching and sharing the Buddha Dharma throughout the world. As the spiritual successor to Lama Gangchen Rinpoche, he continues to share teachings on inner peace ….
March 22, 2026
Meet Tiziana Ciasullo, Italian musician, singer, and spiritual teacher whose life has been devoted to spreading inner peace and healing through music. She met Lama Gangchen Rinpoche at just 18 yrs old. After more than 40 years of close collaboration with him, Tiziana continues to carry his torch of peace forward, sharing healing sounds, spiritual depth ….
February 14, 2026
In this deeply moving episode, we are honored to welcome Tina Mariani, co-founder of the Lama Gangchen Dharma Center in Turin, also known as the Medicine Buddha Center. Tina Mariani has studied and worked with Lama Gangchen Rinpoche for over 40 years and was among his very first students when he arrived in Italy. Together with her husband …
January 31, 2026
In this deeply personal and heart-opening episode, host Lelia O’Connor sits down with Radia Willems, a lifelong spiritual practitioner from Holland whose life changed forever when she met the beloved Tibetan Buddhist master Lama Gangchen at the age of 13. Through his unconditional love, guidance ….
March 17, 2025
Please join me in this episode with Andrea Velloso, a Brazilian filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, and visionary artist. In the early 1990s, Andrea met Lama Gangchen, who invited her to produce and direct a documentary exploring his teachings and the interdependence of the elements across diverse locations: the Andes ….
December 5, 2024
In this inspiring episode, we are joined by Gabriella Lo Re, a longtime senior student of Lama Gangchen, renowned meditation master and healer. Gabby has dedicated her life to the dharma, embodying wisdom, compassion, and boundless energy. She worked with Lama Gangchen for over 25 years and currently serves as the ….
November 26, 2024
In this week’s episode, we talk with Dr. Nina Meyerhof, founder of Children of the Earth, a worldwide organization that empowers youth working for peace. She also is the founder of the One Humanity Institute (OHI) for peace and regeneration in Auschwitz, Poland. Nina’s innovative work in peace and sustainability through …
August 8, 2024
In this week’s episode, we talk with Rogier Hoenders, an integrative psychiatrist and head of research and clinical affairs at the Centre for Integrative Psychiatry Lentis in Groningen, the Netherlands. Rogier shares his transformative experiences since meeting Lama Gangchen in 2004, including their global travels, conferences, and retreats that deeply …
July 10, 2024
In this week’s episode, we talk with Carmen Iodice, a super talented singer and musician with the United Peace Voices and the creator of the Mantra Symphony for Peace. Carmen shares her incredible journey from Bari, Italy, where she first met Lama Gangchen in 1986. This meeting changed her life, leading her to combine her musical talents with ….
June 8, 2024
Today we join with Cláudia Proushan, an accomplished artist, writer and photographer from São Paulo, Brazil, who holds a Fine Arts degree from FAAP and studied Chinese painting in Paris. Focusing on art and spirituality, her books “Lights of the Galilea” and “Tibet, in the Heart of the Himalayas’ beautifully feature her stunning photographs ….
May 13, 2024
Today, we are super happy to be talking with Thonla Sonam who was born in Tibet and is Lama Gangchen’s nephew. He founded a Tibetan incense business in Nepal and in 1999, he moved to Milan at Lama Gangchen’s request where he and his wife founded a beautiful shop called Tibet Milano selling goods from the Himalayas. These days Thonla ….
March 25, 2024
Today we delve into the inspiring journey of Jeanne Gregory, from London, England. Introduced to Lama Gangchen in 1995, Jeanne’s path as a nurse and pain therapist intersected profoundly with Lama’s teachings. Despite being a single mother of six, she embraced the dharma wholeheartedly, leading to the establishment of a ….
March 1, 2024
This week, we are delighted to have Betty Voon on the show, a native of Malaysia. Her journey with Lama Gangchen began in the 1990s at the age of 18. A year later, she sought Lama to be her teacher, initiating a lifelong commitment to studying and collaborating on foundation activities. Known for her kindness and ….
February 11, 2024
Today, we’re honored to have Monica Benvenuti with us. Born in Brazil, she traveled to Italy in the 1980s, meeting Lama Gangchen and being deeply inspired by his healing energy. She then traveled from Brazil to India to study with Lama and began helping him with his patients. Profoundly moved by Lamas’ ….
January 22, 2024
Today we are joined by Ara Tokatyan, a native Californian and daughter of artists, who embodies wisdom and joy, offering profound insights into living a fully vital life in the face of chronic illness. Her journey led her to Milan, where she met Lama Gangchen Rinpoche and Lama Michel. In our conversation, Ara shares….
December 11, 2023
Today we are happy to introduce you to Leonardo ‘Duccio’ Ceglie. Trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome, Duccio’s artistic odyssey took a divine turn in 1984 when he encountered Lama Gangchen Rinpoche at the Lama Tsong Khapa Institute in Pomaia, Italy. Duccio’s sacred art, spanning over three decades, adorns ….
November 11, 2023
This week, we delve into the profound life journey of Dr. Tsetan, born in Dakshug Village, Tibet, and a close relative of Lama Gangchen. Growing up within the nurturing embrace of Lama Gangchen’s family, Dr. Tsetan gained unique access to Lama Gangchen’s wisdom and healing practices. Raised in a traditional Buddhist household, he imbibed the ….
October 27, 2023
Today, we are privileged to introduce you to a remarkable individual, Bel Cesar, whose spiritual journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Bel, the mother of Lama Michel and the founder of the very first Lama Gangchen meditation center in Brazil and in the west, has dedicated her life to the profound teachings of Lama Gangchen Rinpoche. Bel’s journey ….
October 16, 2023
Toet de Best, a lifelong resident of the picturesque Netherlands. Toet’s life story is a tapestry woven with threads of spirituality, service, and profound connections. For over three decades, she traveled the world alongside Lama Gangchen, a journey that weaves an incredible tale of spiritual growth, self-discovery, and compassion. As a dedicated volunteer, she played an ….
September 29, 2023
Francesco Prevosti has had the great fortune to devote his entire life to the spiritual path. He has played a pivotal role in establishing several Buddhist centers, including the renowned Lama Tsong Khapa Institute in Pomaia, Italy, Nalanda Monastery in France, and the Albagnano Healing Meditation Centre. His spiritual path into Buddhism and …
September 15, 2023
Maria Cristina Quintili, a resident of Italy is a career teacher with Italy’s Ministry of Education and Montessori education for special needs children. Proficient in multiple languages, she’s dedicated decades to volunteering at the Albagnano Healing Meditation Center (AHMC), where she serves as a chant leader, translator, Tibetan meditation and …
September 1, 2023
In this edition, we delve into the inspiring journey of Yogesh Madhvani, the Chairman and CEO of SimplexDiam Inc., a New York-based company. With over 33 years as an entrepreneur, Yogesh has navigated a diverse range of industries, from textiles to diamonds. He has successfully managed and nurtured various aspects of the diamond and …
August 18, 2023
Miriam Charvas is a career diplomat from Argentina. Miriam’s background in international relations and political science led her to serve as a diplomat in various locations, including Brazil, Geneva, and Germany. However, her life took a profound turn in 2008 when she embarked on a journey into Tibetan Buddhism. Today, Miriam joins us to share …
August 9, 2023
In this highly anticipated episode, we continue our captivating conversation with the extraordinary Alfredo Sfeir-Younis, as he shares his profound experiences and insights from his time with Lama Gangchen. In part two, we delve into fascinating topics, such as Lama Gangchen’s pivotal role in rebuilding his monastery and surrounding communities in Tibet …
August 4, 2023
Alfredo Sfeir-Younis, a visionary environmental economist and a devoted student of Lama Gangchen, has made a remarkable impact on the fields of human rights, peace, and social justice during his long and distinguished career at the World Bank as the institution’s first environmental economist. He was the Director of the World Bank Office in Geneva …
July 21, 2023
Our guest today is Jose Maria Arrocena, a remarkable individual with an inspiring story of resilience and personal transformation. Jose Maria, originally from Spain, grew up in the Basque country and later settled in Malaga, Spain. Tragedy struck when he was involved in a devastating accident that left him paralyzed. However, instead of succumbing to despair …
July 19, 2023
Simona Eugenelo is a renowned singer and musician, known for her work with the United Peace Voices. She has been a dedicated student of Lama Gangchen Rimpoche, and her journey with him has been transformative. From organising activities and teachings in Bologna, Italy, to travelling the world with Lama and …
July 10, 2023
Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Franco Ceccarelli, a long-time sponsor and supporter of Lama Gangchen’s humanitarian projects and Dharma centers worldwide. Originally from Milan, Franco graduated with a degree in economics and embarked on a successful entrepreneurial career. In 1987, he met Lama Gangchen and developed a profound …
July 10, 2023
Danny Calmanowitz is the co-founder of the first meditation center of Lama Gangchen in Brazil and the father of Lama Michel, the successor for Lama Gangchen Rinpoche. Danny met Lama in 1987 in Sao Paolo, Brazil and traveled with him to sacred holy sites around the world. He represents the Brazilian Foundation in interfaith movements and meetings …
July 10, 2023
Today we continue our captivating conversation, Part 2 with Lama Caroline. In our previous episode, we explored Lama Caroline’s deep connection with Lama Gangchen and the wisdom she gained from their collaboration. In this episode, we delve into Lama …
July 7, 2023
Lama Caroline is a lineage holder and one of the successors to Lama Gangchen, along with Lama Michel. She has dedicated over 30 years of her life to studying and working with Lama Gangchen, collaborating as his main translator and documenting his teachings in numerous books and transcripts. Lama…
July 7, 2023
Jan De Ruiter is a dedicated spiritual practitioner whose journey was shaped by his time with Lama Gangchen Rinpoche. His founding of the Dharma Centre in Holland and his generous business practices with his company Mani Bhadra & Phoenix Imports are a shining example of positive business practices …
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