
Lama Rod Owens, MA
Lama Rod Owens is a Black Buddhist Southern Queen. An international influencer with a Master of Divinity degree in Buddhist Studies from Harvard Divinity School, his is the author of The New Saints: From Broken Hearts to Spiritual Warriors and Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation through Anger, and co-author of Radical Dharma: Talking Race, Love and Liberation. His teachings center on freedom, self-expression, and radical self-care.
A leading voice in a new generation of Buddhist teachers, Lama Rod activates the intersections of his identity to create a platform that’s very natural, engaging, and inclusive. Applauded for his mastery in balancing weighty topics with a sense of lightness, the Queen has been featured by various national and international news outlets.
Highly sought after for talks, retreats, and workshops, his mission is showing you how to heal and free yourself. Learn more at lamarod.com.
Upcoming Programs by Lama Rod Owens, MA

The Alchemy of Anger: From Wound to Wisdom (LR1D25)
Registration closes at 10:00am (Pacific Time) on November 2, 2025. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available following the program. Description: Join us for a transformative online daylong exploring the powerful and often misunderstood emotion of anger. Guided by Lama Rod’s unique blend of Buddhist wisdom […]