Our new issue hits newsstands next week. In this, the first of three new Shambhala Sun Audio clips, editor in chief Melvin McLeod previews the issue, discussing its theme of “Buddhist Wisdom for Difficult Times,” and, one of the funniest articles ever published in the magazine.
To listen, just click this player:
And to listen to Part Two, in which Melvin looks at two features from the magazine that address how corporations and individuals can make the world a better place via Buddhist principles, click here.
In Part Three, Melvin explains the philosophy that informs the design of the magazine, as exemplified in the issue’s “Best of Art & Artists” retrospective, and tells us what to expect in the November 2009 issue. To listen, click here.
Xotica Xstasy says
I enjoyed the September issue and loved the cover art! I was wondering if there is an e-mail address for Melvin McLeod I have something to share with him. thanks!!
Rod Meade Sperry says
thanks, XX — you can send an email care of: magazine@shambhalasun.com
Sharon says
I love the cover art — who is the artist?
Rod Meade Sperry says
for the September 2009 issue, it's a photo of a statue of the goddess Tara, courtesy of the Vadesea Collection.