‘It is only the mind that is empty of what is false that can discover what is true.’ This episode on The False has four sections. The first extract (2:37) is from Krishnamurti’s fourth talk in Saanen 1983, and is titled: Seeing the False. The second extract (22:30s) is from the sixth talk in Paris 1961, and is titled: Denying the False. The third extract (41:54) is from Krishnamurti’s fifth talk in Madras 1979, and is titled: Freedom to See the False. The final extract in this episode (58:41) is from the eighth talk in Ojai 1949, and is titled: A Fact is Not True or False. Each fortnightly episode of the Krishnamurti podcast is based on a significant theme of his talks. Extracts from the archives have been selected to represent Krishnamurti’s different approaches to these universal and timelessly relevant themes. This episode’s theme is The False. Upcoming topics are The Future, Knowing, and Bliss, Ecstasy and Benediction. This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, based at Brockwood Park in the UK, which is also home to The Krishnamurti Centre. The Centre offers a variety of group retreats, including for young adults. There is also a volunteer programme. The atmosphere at the Centre is one of openness and friendliness, with a sense of freedom to inquire with others and alone. Please visit krishnamurticentre.org.uk for more information. You can also find our regular Krishnamurti quotes and videos on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook at Krishnamurti Foundation Trust. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review or rating on your podcast app.

‘Meditation is the emptying of the content of consciousness, which is consciousness. That is the meaning and the depth of meditation: the emptying of all the content, which means thought coming to an end.’ This episode on Emptying Consciousness has four sections. The first extract (2:45) is from Krishnamurti’s third talk at Brockwood Park in 1973, and is titled: What is Consciousness? The second extract (11:15) is from the fifth discussion in Saanen 1975, and is titled: Freedom Implies Emptying Consciousness of Its Content. The third extract (29:44) is from Krishnamurti’s sixth talk in Ojai 1977, and is titled: Emptying Consciousness Means Thought Ending. The final extract in this episode (42:36) is from the seventh talk in Saanen 1974, and is titled: Meditation Is the Emptying of Consciousness. Each fortnightly episode of the Krishnamurti podcast is based on a significant theme of his talks. Extracts from the archives have been selected to represent Krishnamurti’s different approaches to these universal and timelessly relevant themes. This episode’s theme is Emptying Consciousness. Upcoming topics are The False, The Future, and Knowing. This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust. Please visit our website at kfoundation.org, where you can find a popular collection of quotes, a variety of featured articles, along with a wide selection of curated material in the Index of Topics, allowing easy access to book, audio and video extracts. Our online store stocks the best of Krishnamurti's books and ships worldwide. We also offer free downloads, including a selection of booklets. You can also find our regular Krishnamurti quotes and videos on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook at Krishnamurti Foundation Trust. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review or rating on your podcast app.

‘Motives are based on pleasure – avoiding pain and holding onto pleasure. There is no other kind of motive.’ This episode on Motive has five sections. The first extract (2:39) is from Krishnamurti’s first talk at Rajghat in 1967, and is titled: Why Do We Have Motives? The second extract (9:19) is from the second discussion in Saanen 1976, and is titled: Can I Live Without a Motive or Direction? The third extract (20:12) is from the third question and answer meeting in Saanen 1984, and is titled: Motives and Desire. The fourth extract (37:46) is from Krishnamurti’s third talk in Saanen 1982, and is titled: Facing Facts Without a Motive. The Final extract in this episode (52:49) is from the second discussion in Saanen 1977, and is titled: Awareness Without Motive. Each fortnightly episode of the Krishnamurti podcast is based on a significant theme of the spiritual teacher and philosopher’s talks. Extracts from the archives have been selected to represent Krishnamurti’s different approaches to these universal and timelessly relevant themes. Upcoming topics are Emptying Consciousness, Thinking, and The False. This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, based at Brockwood Park in the UK, which is also home to the Krishnamurti Retreat Centre. Situated in the beautiful countryside of the South Downs National Park, The Krishnamurti Centre offers retreats individually and in groups. The focus is on inquiry in light of Krishnamurti’s teachings. Please visit krishnamurticentre.org.uk for more information, including our volunteer programme. You can also find our regular Krishnamurti quotes and videos on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook at Krishnamurti Foundation Trust. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review or rating on your podcast app.

‘Philosophers intellectually invent or reason out a meaning to life, and we generally accept such meaning because we have no meaning to our own lives.’ This episode on The Meaning of Life has two sections. The first extract (2:42) is from Krishnamurti’s fourth talk in Saanen 1973, and is titled: Meaning vs. Purpose. The second and final extract in this episode (32:30) is from the fourth talk at Brockwood Park in 1976, and is titled: Finding Out the Meaning of Life. Each fortnightly episode of the Krishnamurti podcast is based on a significant theme of the spiritual teacher and philosopher’s talks. Extracts from the archives have been selected to represent Krishnamurti’s different approaches to these universal and timelessly relevant themes. Upcoming topics are Motive, Emptying Consciousness, and Thinking. This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, based at Brockwood Park in Hampshire, UK. Brockwood is also home to Brockwood Park School, a unique international boarding school offering a personalised holistic education. It is deeply inspired by Krishnamurti’s teaching, which encourages academic excellence, self-understanding, creativity and integrity. Please visit brockwood.org.uk for more information. You can also find our regular Krishnamurti quotes and videos on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook at Krishnamurti Foundation Trust. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review or rating on your podcast app.