{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"ZC 2148 - Meditation, Identity, and the Stories That Shape Us \u2014 with Christopher Rivas (R)","description":"In this episode, we sit down with multi-hyphenate storyteller Christopher Rivas \u2014 actor, writer, Buddhist practitioner, and host of the Brown Enough podcast. We dive deep into themes of identity, race, belonging, and what it means to \u201clive in the middle space.\u201d Christopher shares his journeys into Buddhism, the stories behind his creative work (including Brown Enough and Rubirosa), and how life, art, and spiritual practice intersect for him. \u2728 Guest Bio & Links Christopher Rivas is an actor, author, playwright, and podcast host known for exploring issues of race, culture, identity, and transformation. Christopher Rivas He hosts the Brown Enough podcast, where he explores what it means to navigate \u201cbrownness\u201d in a Black\/white world. Brown Enough Podcast He also created Rubirosa, a documentary-style story about Porfirio Rubirosa (a Dominican figure many believe inspired James Bond). Rubirosa Podcast Key writings in Tricycle Magazine Christopher regularly contributes essays to Tricycle. A few notable ones: Non-Self Storage \u2014 reflection on attachment, possessions, and letting go Tricycle: The Buddhist Review I Think the Clock Is Broken \u2014 on time anxiety, meditation, and being present Always Lie When Someone Asks If You Meditate \u2014 an unconventional take on how practice begins (and how we show up) Social & Web Links Christopher\u2019s official site: Brown Enough podcast: Apple Podcasts Apple Podcasts | Spotify Spotify | general listing via Podnews Podnews YouTube playlist for Brown Enough episodes: YouTube Twitter \/ X: @chris__rivas X (formerly Twitter)+1 \ud83d\udd0d Themes & Talking Points from the Episode Here are some of the central topics and takeaways we explore: Integration of spiritual practice & creativity We talk about his meditation journey (16 years and counting), how Buddhist ideas inform his storytelling, and practices that help him stay grounded amid creative turbulence. Storytelling as healing & reimagining narratives Christopher uses storytelling not just as art, but as a bridge to identity, culture, and reconciliation. Attachment, letting go, and identity We unpack his reflections on possessions, ego, attachment, and what does it mean to truly let go (materially and emotionally). \ud83d\udd17 Links for Listeners & References Christopher Rivas & His Work Official website \/ podcast hub: christopherrivas.com Brown Enough podcast: \u2002\u2022 Apple Podcasts Apple Podcasts \u2002\u2022 Spotify Spotify \u2002\u2022 Podnews listing & show info Podnews YouTube Brown Enough playlist YouTube Twitter \/ X handle: @chris__rivas X (formerly Twitter)+1   THANKS FOR LISTENING! Become a Super-Fan of the Show If this conversation inspired you, please share it using the social media buttons on the page. Be a part of the show! \ud83c\udf99 Send me a voice message: speakpipe.com\/zencommuter \ud83d\udce7 Email: thom@zencommuter.com \ud83d\udcf1 Instagram: @thom_walters \ud83d\udc26 Twitter: @thom_walters \ud83d\udcd8 Facebook: facebook.com\/zencommuter Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify ","author_name":"Zen Commuter","author_url":"http:\/\/zencommuter.libsyn.com","html":"