ZENECIST™ CHRONICLES | Stories From An OG* In Search of Tomorrow

por Thomas Lanen

Temporada 4

Zenecist Chronicles | Season 4, No. 2 | Home Is Where I Want To Be. (But I Guess I'm Already There.)

Embracing Change and Finding Home | Zenecist Chronicles Join host Tom Lanen in Episode 2 of Season 4 of Zenecist Chronicles as he reflects on his life journey, from his initial marriage and career milestones to his recent adventures. Despite facing a painful divorce after 42 years of marriage, Tom shares his resilience and pursuit of new memories. He candidly discusses his wandering lifestyle, living in an Airstream, and the wisdom gained from 20 months on the road. Now, Tom looks forward to settling in Athol, Massachusetts, near his brother, and finding a place to truly call home. Tune in as Tom takes inventory of his life and embraces his latest chapter with optimism and gratitude. 00:00 Intro 00:18 Facing Life's Challenges 00:35 Introduction to Zenecist Chronicles Season Four 01:16 A Day at the Beach 01:46 Reflections on Wandering and Podcasting 05:09 Finding a New Home Base 09:34 Looking Ahead 11:01 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

T4 · E2

12 feb 2026

11:25

Zenecist Chronicles Season 4 No 1 | Puzzle Pieces Falling Into Place | Easy Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

Join Zenecist Chronicles Host Tom Lanen as he ruminates about his changing life living in an Airstream in Myrtle Beach SC with his new pup Thich. He talks about how it feels being recently divorced after 42 years married; and how he's found living, coping, and happiness tools in the zen practices of Thich Nhat Hanh. Then, he narrates an easy, step-by-step recipe for his friend Chef Michael’s mouth-watering Chicken Pot Pie. Utilizing simple ingredients and store-bought crusts, this recipe ensures a delicious homemade meal without the fuss. You can adapt the recipe for turkey or beef as well. Tom also offers tips for making your own flavorful chicken stock, safely cutting vegetables, and creating a smooth roux. Finish off your pot pie with a golden crust and enjoy! Introduction - Tom’s back story: the zen of divorce and being a dad - Qigong Tai Chi Course: if you are interested in this beginner’s course, please attend Rick’s Thursday afternoon session at 3 PM ET on Zoom (Free, donations accepted) SPACE IS LIMITED: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86912932262?pwd=N0xSRjlNMC9BU21qempvOFRpMWk5QT09 Chef Michael's Chicken Pot Pie EQUIPMENT - Large soup pan - Large cooking spoon - Strainer or colander to drain stock - Chef's knife - Cutting board - Carrot/vegetable peeler - 2-9" pie plates - Liquid measuring cup - Teaspoon measure INGREDIENTS - 4 crusts (2 tops, 2 bottoms) - Deli broiler chicken (already cooked in-store) - Fresh thyme - Bag of carrots - 4-6 potatoes - Celery - Salt, pepper - 1-3 onions - Better Than Bouillon—Chicken-Flavored - 1/2 cup flour - 1 cup cold water - 2 tablespoons oil - Rough cut half of the vegetables a& throw into the stew pot leaving the skins on and using the tops of the celery - Take the big pieces of chicken off your roaster and put aside - Put skins, bones and non-edible parts of the chicken into the same pan with your rough cut vegetables - Cover with good water and let simmer an hour or so until vegetables are all mushy - Use a colander or strainer and strain all the veggies and chicken bones and - Put the chicken vegetable stock aside - Take the skins off your remaining potatoes, carrots, cut into small pieces and throw into your stew pan with the remainder of your vegetables including your favorites such as peas or corn (and I use fine cut onions and garlic cloves). - Add a couple tablespoons of oil, turn up heat and let simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly - Add your strained homemade chicken vegetable stock to the vegetables and let simmer about 10 minutes - Season with salt and pepper and add 2 to 3 teaspoons of chicken flavored Better Than Bouillon, tasting your mixture as you add it; it is VERY salty, but it also adds delicious flavors - Once your vegetables are done to your satisfaction, you add a flour and water mixture called a Roux. To make the roux you add flour to very cold water and stir thoroughly. Once you have a nice smooth mixture, slowly drizzle into your stew pan and observe how it thickens - You want to make a texture that is a little thicker than gravy - Add and combine the chicken pieces making sure all bones have been removed to avoid a choking hazard - Prepare your pie crusts and fill to the top - Cover with top crust and crimp edges to seal both crusts together - Brush the top of the pie with milk, so it browns nicely - Bake at 350°F for 1 hour or until top crust is golden brown - Serve and leftover pie filling on toast points: "Chicken a la King"

T4 · E1

7 ene 2026

18:28

Temporada 3

A Zenecist Solstice 2025 | The Moment of Magic by Victoria Safford | Hosted by Tom Lanen

In this emotional quick recording, host Tom Lanen, accompanied by his friend Thich, shares a powerful message of gratitude and resilience. Reflecting on a past challenging holiday season, Tom recounts how a poem read by Reverend Jason at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Springfield, MA uplifted his spirits. He introduces 'The Moment of Magic' by Victoria Safford, a poem that speaks of finding light and magic in the darkest of times. Tom encourages listeners to share the poem and its uplifting message with others who may be going through their own dark times. He wishes everyone a joyful and love-filled holiday season. Happy Solstice! The Moment of Magic by Victoria Safford Now is the moment of magic, when the whole, round earth turns again toward the sun, and here’s a blessing: the days will be longer and brighter now,even before the winter settles in to chill us. Now is the moment of magic, when people beaten down and broken ,with nothing left but misery and candles and their own clear voices ,kindle tiny lights and whisper secret music, and here’s a blessing: the dark universe is suddenly illuminated by the lights of the menorah, suddenly ablaze with the lights of the kinara, and the whole world is glad and loud with winter singing. Now is the moment of magic, when an eastern star beckons the ignorant toward an unknown goal, and here’s a blessing: they find nothing in the end but an ordinary baby, born at midnight, born in poverty, and the baby’s cry, like bells ringing, makes people wonder as they wander through their lives, what human love might really look like, sound like, feel like. Now is the moment of magic, and here’s a blessing: we already possess all the gifts we need; we’ve already received our presents:ears to hear music, eyes to behold lights, hands to build true peace on earth and to hold each other tight in love.

T3 · E12

23 dic 2025

3:40

Temporada 1

The Moment of Magic, by Victoria Safford | A Special Holiday Season Edition of Zenecist Chronicles

A short poem to inspire and uplift your spirit during the holiday season

T1 · E9

23 dic 2024

2:08