The Zen Studies Podcast, hosted by Domyo Burk, a Soto Zen priest and teacher, covers traditional Zen and Buddhist teachings, practices and history. It has 352 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median episode length of about 28 minutes. Estimated downloads are 1,000 to 3,000 per episode, implying an estimated rate of $40 to $90 per episode.
A long-running, highly rated Zen podcast with an attentive, contemplative audience
- 352 episodes since 2017 with a 4.8 average Apple Podcasts rating from 404 ratings.
- Host Domyo Burk is a Soto Zen priest and teacher, giving the show credibility on its subject.
- Episodes run about 28 minutes, long enough for a host-read message to land without interruption.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, teisho dharma talk, two-part series
- Tone
- contemplative, instructional
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 22 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles and description cover meditation, Buddhist teachings and practice with no explicit flags.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | zenstudiespodcast.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1209162288 |
| RSS feed | zenstudiespodcast.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 72 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 342 – A Zen Testimonial (1 of 2) | 2026-10-10 | 36 min |
| 341 - Five Kinds of Appropriate Longing (2 of 2) | 2026-09-25 | 19 min |
| 340 - Five Kinds of Appropriate Longing (1 of 2) | 2026-09-12 | 22 min |
| 339 – Bright Clarity Appears Before You: Insight When You're "Just Sit | 2026-08-27 | 28 min |
| 338 – Seijo Is Separated from Her Soul: Waking Up from Alienation from | 2026-08-15 | 24 min |
| 337 - Finding the Edge of Your Practice (2 of 2) | 2026-08-01 | 33 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 9 days ago, a new one about every 15 days.
Learn about traditional Zen and Buddhist teachings, practices, and history through episodes recorded specifically for podcast listeners. Host Domyo Burk is a Soto Zen priest and teacher.
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About The Zen Studies Podcast
The Zen Studies Podcast is a long-running show that explores traditional Zen and Buddhist teachings, practices and history, recorded specifically for podcast listeners. According to the show's website, host Domyo Burk is a Soto Zen priest and teacher, and the show has released 352 episodes, roughly one every two weeks.
Episodes typically run 22 to 35 minutes and include teisho dharma talks, instructional episodes and multi-part series on topics such as zazen, sangha and Buddhist texts. Apple Podcasts shows 404 ratings with an average of 4.8 stars. Listener estimates are 1,000 to 3,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to be adult and spiritually engaged, with the United States as the largest market. No sponsors were found in the feed.
A host-read mid-roll would estimate to roughly $40 to $90 per episode. The show suits meditation, mindfulness and mission-driven brands whose message fits a contemplative audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Zen Studies Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Zen Studies Podcast
How much does The Zen Studies Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 1,000 to 3,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $90 per episode. Exact pricing depends on the show's current terms and the placement requested.
What is The Zen Studies Podcast about?
The show covers traditional Zen and Buddhist teachings, practices and history. Episodes are recorded for podcast listeners and are hosted by Domyo Burk, a Soto Zen priest and teacher.
How do I contact The Zen Studies Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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