Topic: Buddhism

In promotional interviews for his documentary, Rob Reiner discussed his personal spiritual journey, noting that despite being born Jewish, he explored various religions including Buddhism and Hinduism. Reiner stated that he finds the "Golden Rule" attributed to Jesus to be the most sensible moral framework. However, critics point to Reiner's often vitriolic political rhetoric as being at odds with the teachings of the Sermon on the Mount.

A YouTube millennial's explanation of cultural appropriation is deconstructed, focusing on her use of the swastika as an example of a "bastardized" symbol. The hosts clarify the symbol's ancient origins in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Finnish military history. They also discuss the criticism leveled at Katy Perry for wearing kimonos and bindis during her performances.

An ultra-nationalist Buddhist monk named Ashin Wiratu is leading a movement to expel Islam from Burma. Reports from Mandalay indicate rising tensions and curfews as security forces attempt to manage the conflict between religious groups.