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Book · 2013 · Religion

Instructions to the Cook

A Zen Master's Lessons in Living a Life that Matters

by Bernie Glassman, Rick Fields · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

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He's got so many wonderful books. Um Bernie Glassman? Bernie Glassman uh Well, kudos to The infinite circle instructions to the cook. Uh he got he's he's what's so great. Oh, anyway, getting back to the heads.
Jeff Bridges · This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Jun 2026

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Instructions to the Cook by Bernie Glassman and Rick Fields is a spiritual guide that uses the metaphor of cooking to teach Zen Buddhist principles of awareness, service, and social responsibility. Jeff Bridges recommended the book on This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von during an episode numbered #665, which aired on June 26, 2026. During the conversation, Jeff Bridges expressed deep admiration for Bernie Glassman, noting that the author had written many wonderful books. He specifically shouted out Instructions to the Cook along with The Infinite Circle, offering his enthusiastic kudos to both works. Jeff Bridges highlighted the unique qualities that made the author so remarkable before pivoting back to the main discussion. His recommendation underscored the lasting impact of Bernie Glassman's practical approach to Zen philosophy.

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“He's got so many wonderful books. Um Bernie Glassman? Bernie Glassman uh Well, kudos to The infinite circle instructions to the cook. Uh he got he's he's what's so great. Oh, anyway, getting back to the heads.”

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