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. 61 – Real Love Series: Tricycle Magazine
For the 11th episode of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon is interviewed by James Shaheen, the Editor and Publisher of Tricycle Magazine. This…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 60 – Real Love Series: Rosanne Cash
For the tenth episode of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon sits down with Rosanne Cash for a fascinating conversation about the intersection between…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 59 – Real Love Series: Jack Kornfield
For episode nine of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon speaks with meditation teacher and author, Jack Kornfield. Sharon and Jack Kornfield originally met…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 58 – Real Love Series: Tim Ryan Pt.1
For episode eight of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon talks with Congressman Tim Ryan about love in the political landscape. Tim Ryan currently…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 57 – Real Love Series: Tara Brach
For episode seven of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon talks with meditation teacher and author, Tara Brach. Tara Brach is the author of…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 56 – Real Love Series: Dr. Mark Epstein
For the sixth episode of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon sits down with renowned psychiatrist and author, Dr. Mark Epstein. Mark Epstein has paved…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 55 – Real Love Series: Tim DeChristopher
For her fifth episode of the Real Love Podcast Series, Sharon speaks with environmental activist Tim DeChristopher. In December of 2008, Tim disrupted a…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 54 – Real Love Series: Bell Hooks
Sharon is joined by Bell Hooks for a heartfelt conversation about the transformative power of love. Bell Hooks is a cultural critic, feminist theorist,…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 53 – Real Love Series: Emma Seppälä
Sharon is joined by Dr. Emma Seppälä to discuss some of the science behind love and compassion. Emma Seppälä Ph.D is the Science Director…