Our World Plainly Seen

Remarks on the Divine presence in women, offered during the Interfaith Prayer Service in Celebration of Women's History Month Please visit at Twelve Gates Foundation  Transcript available here

This episode describes positioning ourselves in time, and filling that time with ways that create ease of life Visit us at Twelve Gates Foundation Transcript available here

This episode reflects on the social and political affirmation of human freedom and the God-given right to free speech, with the concept of "the Word," as found in various sacred Scripture Join us on the The Settlement Project   Transcript to follow soon

The Christians that lived around the Arabian Peninsula during Muhammad's lifetime are shrouded in mystery. Some of the stories of the Prophet's interactions with them are based on legends and myths, while others are more authentic and plausible. But who exactly were these Christians? Why did Muhammad interact with them as he reportedly did? And what lessons can today's Christians and Muslims learn...

On February 28, 2022, H.H. Guru Dileep Thankappan concluded 28 days, and 50 events for the month of celebration of the World Interfaith Harmony Festival. As part of this closing event Guru Dileepji invited Twelve Gates President, Dr. Frank Kaufmann to offer remarks. Visit us at Twelve Gates Foundation Transcript soon to follow 

Here are brief remarks from Twelve Gates President, Dr. Frank Kaufmann at the 37th Annual World Interfaith Month Celebration hosted by New York State Assemblyman, Nader Sayegh Visit us at Twelve Gates Foundation .  Transcript available here

Dr. Frank Kaufmann speaks at the opening ceremony for World Interfaith Harmony Week, (established at the United Nations in 2010) Visit us: Twelve Gates Foundation Transcript soon to follow

An interview with Congressman Mark Siljander about his international efforts to rescue vulnerable Afghanis from terror and extermination under Taliban rule. Full transcript available here

This episode looks into the nature of evil and temptation, how it is resisted and overcome, and how I should relate to others in society, including those who might be involved in harm and hurting others. Full transcript available here

Seeking Peace in Israel and Palestine: An Interview with Professor Alon Ben Meir

This episode describes how we must behave during times of extreme transition. Full transcript available here

Professor Luonne Rouse offers thoughts and hope on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the US homeland. Read the transcript here

This episode explains the fact that, in our present times, 3 centers of controlling human beings have become merged into a unified monolith. Read the transcript here

This episode looks at better and more effective ways to improve ourselves and to help others. Ways that encourage and support, rather than force and demand. Full transcript available here

This episode shows how Love and power are mutually exclusive, and how addiction to power is the ultimate self defeating paradox. Transcript available here

This episode discusses questions related to who is shaping the policy direction of the current US administration  Transcript available here

This episode looks at what happens to us when we die. How our lives are assessed Transcript available here

This episode explains important distinctions between two separate areas of self-improvement, skills, and goodness, with special emphasis on opportunities and even dangers if this is not considered in the arena of spiritual practice. Read the transcript here

This episode walks through the reality that everything from our first breath to our last, and every last wonder in between are relationships. In the end Love is all. Podcast transcript is here

This episode looks at the challenging work of organizing our passions and talents as part of succeeding in life and realizing our dreams Read the podcast transcript here 

This episode looks at what elements are similar, and what elements are different when trying to accomplish our life goals in these two distinct arenas of our lives. Read the transcript here

This episode responds to the questions raised in Voces 1 yesterday that asking about God's omnipotence. What are benefits from choosing good and sacrificial lives? Podcast transcript is here 

This episode looks into the question of where life really goes better for good or religious people. Podcast transcript is here 

This episode looks at purpose, Being, and becoming. Can they exist harmoniously in our lives?  Or do they work against each other?

This episode introduces three things: 1. Love and Truth are not as separated as most people think, 2. Truth seeking (like love) requires action. It is not attained from afar, and 3. Truth carries Love, it is the face of Love.