Sharon Salzberg – Metta Hour Podcast
The Sharon Salzberg Metta Hour features Buddhist philosophy in a practical, common-sense vernacular.
Sharon’s natural wisdom, sense of humour, and the ease with which she translates these teachings forge an intimate connection with the listener. From everyday experiences to pithy revelations, each podcast is a journey on the path of self-discovery.
Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She is among the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over fifty years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and the author of fifteen books, including the New York Times bestseller Real Happiness, and her seminal work, Lovingkindness. Her upcoming workbook, Living Lovingkindness, will be released in January 2027. Sharon’s podcast, The Metta Hour, features interviews with thought leaders from the mindfulness movement and beyond. Learn more at www.sharonsalzberg.com. Photo via Tawni Bannister
Most Recent Sharon Salzberg Metta Hour Podcasts
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 205 – Real Life Series with Sarah Jones
For episode 205 of the Metta Hour Podcast, we have the third in a special series celebrating Sharon’s new book, “Real Life.” This interview…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 204 – Real Life Series with Zainab Salbi
For episode 204 of the Metta Hour Podcast, we have the second in a special series celebrating Sharon’s new book, “Real Life.” This interview…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 203 – Real Life Series with Jon Kabat-Zinn
For episode 203 of the Metta Hour Podcast, we have the first in a special series celebrating Sharon’s new book, “Real Life.” “When you…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 202 – Jack Kornfield
For Episode 202 of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon is joined by lifelong friend, Jack Kornfield to talk about the power of Community. Jack…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 200 – Diana Winston and Sue Smalley
For episode 200 of The Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon speaks with Diana Winston and Sue Smalley, Ph.D. about the re-release of their book, Fully…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 199 – The Early Life of Sharon Salzberg & Joseph Goldstein
For Episode 199 of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon and Joseph Goldstein are interviewed by Lily Cushman, recalling their early lives. They each share…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Feed Drop: The Dalai Lama’s Guide to Happiness from Ten Percent Happier
We have something special to share with you! Dan Harris (host of Ten Percent Happier) flies to Dharamsala, India to spend two weeks in…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 198 – Shakil Choudry
Sharon welcomes Shakil Choudry for Episode 198 of the Metta Hour Podcast. Shakil is an educator, consultant, and author with over 25 years of…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 197 – Tsoknyi Rinpoche & Daniel Goleman
Tsoknyi Rinpoche and Daniel Goleman join Sharon for a special episode of the Metta Hour Podcast celebrating the launch of their brand new book,…