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Engaged Jain Studies PodcastAnil Mundra, PhD | Haribhadrasūri & the Philosophy of Anekānta-vādaIn this episode of the Engaged Jain Studies Podcast, Assistant Professor Cogen Bohanec, MA, PhD interviews Anil Mundra, PhD, Assistant Professor in the Department of Religious Studies and holder of the Bhagvan Vimalnath Endowed Chair in Jain Studies and South Asian Religions at the University of California Santa Barbara. During their conversation, the professors delve into the significant contributions of Haribhadrasūri, a polymath and influential figure in the Jain tradition. They discuss his works, including commentaries on the Śvetāmbara āgamas, and his role in promoting cosmopolitanism and interfaith acceptance. The conversation also explores the concept of anekānta-v...2025-04-301h 08
Engaged Jain Studies PodcastYoga Studies & Language Studies at Arihanta Institute | Christopher Jain Miller & Cogen BohanecIn this episode of the Engaged Jain Studies Podcast, we speak to Arihanta Institute's Professor Cogen Bohanec, MA, PhD. Dr. Bohanec discusses his journey into Jain Studies, influenced by his broader practice of yoga, his study of Sanskrit, and his academic exploration of dharma traditions.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSPath to Jain Studies: Dr. Bohanec shares his academic and personal journey, highlighting the pivotal role of yoga and Sanskrit in his studies. The significance of Sanskrit in Jain Studies and Yoga Studies is examined, emphasizing its academic and practical applications.Courses at Arihanta Institute: Insights into the graduate...2024-06-1850 min
Engaged Jain Studies PodcastVegan Studies at Arihanta Institute | Cogen Bohanec & Jonathan DicksteinIn this episode of the Engaged Jain Studies Podcast, Arihanta Institute professors Cogen Bohanec and Jonathan Dickstein discuss the emerging field of Vegan Studies and the recently launched Vegan Studies Initiative (VSI@AI) at Arihanta Institute.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSDefining Disciplines: Dr. Dickstein explores the distinctions and overlaps among Animal Studies, Critical Animal Studies, Food Studies, and Vegan Studies, emphasizing the interdisciplinary approach of Vegan Studies.Asking the BIG Questions: The conversation delves into ethical considerations, questioning why we should care about animals amidst human suffering, war, and caste-based oppression.VSI@AI: Learn about the innovative online...2024-06-071h 03
Hope for the AnimalsAnimal Ethics and Theology with Cogen Bohanec, PhDOn today’s episode we have a recurring guest joining us, Hope’s husband, Cogen Bohanec. Hope and Cogen start us off with a big announcement and then Cogen discusses his work as a constructive theologian in the Dharma Traditions and how he connects Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist Dharma with environmental and animal rights issues. He talks about eco-psychology, eco-theology, karma theory, and the dangers of “human exceptionalism.” Cogen also talks about his recent writings regarding animal personhood, animals’ intrinsic value, and how we can remove systems of oppression through religious and cultural transformation. “It is a false binary...2023-02-151h 07
Hope for the AnimalsVegan Love and Rescue with Hope and Cogen Bohanec Happy Holidays! Hope’s guest for this special holiday episode is her husband and best friend of 21 years, Cogen Bohanec. Over the years, Cogen and Hope have come across numerous animals in distress and have jumped into action to help animals both wild and domestic. In this episode, they recall some of their exciting, touching, and harrowing rescue stories to share them with you. A little about Cogen. He received his PhD from the Center for Dharma Studies (CDS) in the History and Culture of Religions with an emphasis in Hindu Dharma and ethics. He also...2021-12-201h 01