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Join Dr. Pete every Friday as he shares the very important practice of Zen Meditation. Let's practice presence together. Every Friday, Dr. Pete will offer sitting practice, instruction, and community for beginners and experienced practitioners seeking mindfulness, compassion, and inner clarity.

Dr. Pete is a Zen teacher in the White Plum Asanga lineage, having studied under Robert Kennedy, Roshi. He brings a unique approach to teaching that integrates traditional Zen practice with contemporary psychology, evidence-based research, and mindfulness training. As a licensed psychologist and academic, Peter bridges the wisdom of centuries-old contemplative traditions with modern scientific understanding of the mind, stress, and resilience. His teachings emphasize the practical application of mindfulness and compassion in daily life, supporting practitioners in cultivating clarity, presence, and inner freedom.

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In this episode of 'On Air with Dr. Pete', Dr. Jennifer Jones-Damis shares her journey as a licensed psychologist and director of CAPS at Rutgers University. She discusses her experiences in trauma psychology, including her time at Rikers Island, and her transition to higher education. Dr. Jones-Damis emphasizes the importance of understanding racial trauma and its impact on individuals, particularly in the context of mental health and counseling. The conversation highlights her passion for helping young people and the significance of self-care in the mental health profession.

Learn more about Dr. Jennifer Jones Here:

https://health.rutgers.edu/about-us/staff/jennifer-jones-damis

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For many of us, 2025 was a heavy one. Every year brings its own challenges, but this year, we’re really looking forward to celebrating all that’s good in the world.

And what better way to do that than with a few beloved grandmas?

Join Dr. Pete & Mike Matthews, Founder of the the viral phenomenon taking over the streets of New York City and Worldwide- the Grandma Stand!  You might be wondering—what is a Grandma Stand? Imagine a lemonade stand… but with an extra-special and incredibly meaningful twist.

Mike Matthews came up with the idea for The Grandma Stand back in 2012, honoring his beloved Grandma Eileen. Since then, this simple idea of spreading joy has truly taken off—and I can’t wait to share this episode with all of you! 

Learn more about Mike & his invaluable nonprofit here: 

https://www.grandmastand.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnk49KJL1aLIFqMc1350uWqpJdt0ozUhOUBwYlSYR4GfjR6D0mtnvivUiTsXg_aem_HB-Itv4JHZ0jhVZgv_ZiGA

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Tune in as Dr. Pete & Producer, Leigh Castelli discuss their 2026 goals for On Air With Dr. Pete 

We want to hear from you! Please send your show comments and suggestions to [email protected]

This is your year and we want to continue bringing you content you enjoy! Thank you for your continued support of our podcast and Happy New Year!

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🎙️ 2025: A Year of On Air With Dr. Pete
What an incredible year it’s been! Thank you to every listener who tuned in, shared feedback, and helped grow this community. As we look back on 2025, here are just a few of the standout moments and engaging conversations we were honored to bring you on On Air With Dr. Pete: 

🧠 Inspirational Guest Stories

• Spiritual Awakening with Catherine Duncan — a soulful discussion on living present and inspired.
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• From Ivy League Injury to Lifelong Acceptance with Ken Kunken — a powerful reflection on resilience and life after adversity.
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• Broadway to Bestsellers with Troy Horne — a journey of creativity, grit, and purpose.
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• Surviving Blindness with Clay Moffitt — redefining vision and personal growth.
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• How Dogs Teach Us About Purpose with Chris Bingham and Tambo — heartwarming and motivational.
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🎓 Expert Mental Health & Life Skills Conversations

• Radical Acceptance & Real Life Skills with Dr. Shireen Rizvi — exploring DBT & CBT in everyday life.
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• Personality Traits & “Otroverts” Explained with Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala — diving deep into human personality science.
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• Finding Balance in a World of Constant Crisis — practical tools for wellbeing.
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🎧 Show Community & Behind-the-Scenes

• Meet the Producer! — Dr. Pete introduces his producer and lifelong friend, Leigh Castelli, sharing what it takes to make the show happen.
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📬 We Want Your Ideas!
As we gear up for another exciting year of podcasts with On Air With Dr. Pete, we want to hear from YOU!
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🙏 Thank You!
We are deeply grateful for your support and for being part of this journey. Here’s to another year of thoughtful conversations, growth, and connection through powerful storytelling and mental health awareness. 💛

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Join Dr. Pete and Scott Martin for a remarkable story of strength, resilience, and the power of purpose. Scott is an award-winning soccer coach and educator whose life took an extraordinary turn after surviving a life-threatening illness that resulted in the loss of his hands and feet. Rather than letting adversity define him, Scott has transformed his experience into a mission—becoming a passionate advocate and influential voice within the disability community.

Learn more about Scott's upcoming book here:

https://librarytalespublishing.com/collections/scott-martin#:~:text=searched%20for%20product-,Scott%20Martin,Strong%2C%20a%20worldwide%20disability%20organization

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Join Dr. Pete & Chris Bingham for an inspirational podcast about the love and loyalty of man's best friend. Chris Bingham is a Federal Police Officer with more than 23 years of service, including 17 years working in K9 operations. He served as K9 Commander for his unit, working with and retiring three canines, all while playing a key role in supporting National Security efforts. He shares his story with his incredible retired dog, Tambo, and it's an episode you won't want to miss.

Learn more about Chris & Tambo and their incredible involvement with Project K 9 Here:

https://www.instagram.com/k9_tambo

https://projectk9hero.org/?srsltid=AfmBOoq1YKOTJY_mf3VjfTdsJ1qBuMDHJdxIv2L0rvVxetxYed1IQYlo

https://www.k9magazine.com/my-journey-with-k9-tambo/

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Join Dr. Pete and Lewis Chaney for a little magical mindest reset. Lewis Chaney spent 25 years working in the television industry.  He saw the best and worst of humanity and knows a thing or two about dealing with daily stress. He came to a pivotal point in his career and that's when Lewis decided it was finally time to CHOOSE THE GOOD NEWS. Since exiting the television industry, Lewis has made it his life's mission to teach people that they are the producers of their own personal, daily newscast and it's up to them what goes in it. 

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https://lewischaney.com/

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Join Dr. Pete & Catherine Duncan for an enlightening podcast filled with inspiration and spiritual guidance. Catherine Duncan is an integrative spiritual consultant, former trauma and hospice chaplain, and the author of Everyday Awakening. This insightful book explores how to feel more alive each day by truly living in the present- it's a podcast episode you won't want to miss!

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https://www.catherineduncan.org/

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Join Dr. Pete as he interviews a very special guest with an inspirational story. Resilience is a constant theme here at On Air with Dr. Pete and our guest today is no stranger to that. Ken Kunken was a football player at Cornell University in 1970 when he sustained a spinal cord injury during an intense game against Columbia. That one game changed the entire course of his life rendering him a quadripelic paralyzed from the shoulders down. Ken has gone on to live a full life with a very full career and he's here to share his own personal story today.

Learn more about Ken here:

https://kenkunken.com

https://viscardicenter.org

https://alumni.cornell.edu/cornellians/kunken-memoir/

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