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. 79 – Radical Love with Dr. Omid Safi
For the 79th episode of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon sits down with writer and teacher, Omid Safi. Omid is the Director of Duke…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 78 – How to Be Single and Happy with Dr. Jenny Taitz
For Episode 78 of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon speaks with Dr. Jenny Taitz. Dr. Jenny Taitz is a board-certified cognitive-behavioral clinical psychologist, a certified…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 77 – Daphne Zuniga
For the 77th episode of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon chats with actress, activist and meditator, Daphne Zuniga. Daphne Zuniga is beloved by generations…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 76 – Finding the Space to Lead with Janice Marturano
In episode 76 of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon speaks in depth with colleague, Janice Marturano. Janice Marturano is the Founder and Executive Director…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 75 – His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama
For episode 75 of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon shares an archival talk from when His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama visited the Insight Meditation Society in…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 74 – Roshi Joan Halifax
For the 74th episode of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon speaks with Roshi Joan Halifax about cultivating the qualities of a compassionate life found…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 73 – Real Love Series: Alanis Morissette
For episode twenty of the Real Love Series of the Metta Hour podcast, Sharon has a candid conversation with Alanis Morissette. Alanis Morissette is…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 72 – Tsoknyi Rinpoche
For episode 72 of the Metta Hour Podcast, Sharon speaks with one of her longtime teachers, Tsoknyi Rinpoche. Recorded live in Louisville, KY at the 2018 Festival of…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 71 – Why We Practice with George Mumford
Live from the Garrison Institute, George Mumford joins Sharon for a conversation around why we practice and offers insight to those who are still…