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. 43 – The Historical Buddha
This special episode of Metta Hour is dedicated to exploring the life of the historical Buddha. Sharon discusses the historical Buddha as a human,…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 42 – Rev Angel Kyodo Williams: Bridging Activism & Spirituality
This week on, Metta Hour, Sharon has a conversation with Rev Angel Kyodo Williams about political activism and spiritual practice. What is the interplay…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 41 – Transformational Activism: Ethan Nichtern & Eric Schneiderman
Sharon sits down with Ethan Nichtern and New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman to talk about transformational activism. The three discuss what exactly transformational activism…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 40 – Inner City Youth and Meditation
Sharon sits down with Ali Smith, Andy Gonzalez and Atman Smith of the Holistic Life Foundation at the JCC Manhattan to talk about their…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 39 – Buddha with a Smartphone with Ethan Nichtern
In this episode, Sharon sits down with author and Buddhist teacher, Ethan Nichtern. Together they discuss with their live audience, life with a smartphone and…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 38 – Metta, Concentration and Balance
In this episode of the Metta Hour, Sharon explores Metta, Concentration and Balance. What is Concentration? We are reminded that when we are seeking…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 37 – Questions On Loving Kindness
Pulling from her insight and wealth of experience in the art of mindfulness, Sharon responds to some of the questions and concerns that often…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 36 – Congressman Tim Ryan at Mindful Life Conference
“Self-compassion because you learn how to regulate your own emotions and how you’re connected with others… it’s part of shifting the consciousness of people…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 35 – The Path
“We try to remember rather than overlook it, that the path begins here and is essential”- Gautama Buddha, on the first aspect of the…