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. 259 – The Force of Kindness Pt. 2
For episode 259, we bring you the second half of a two-part series on the Force of Kindness. His Holiness the Dalai Lama has…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 258 – The Force of Kindness Pt. 1
For episode 258, we bring you the first half of a two-part series on the Force of Kindness. His Holiness the Dalai Lama has…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 257 – Fireside Chat with Christina Feldman
For episode 257 we are continuing the Fireside Chat Series on the Metta Hour with guest Christina Feldman. This series features intimate conversations with…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 256 – Norma Wong
For episode 256, we start off the year in podcasts with a conversation between Sharon and first-time guest Norma Ryuko Kawelokū Wong Roshi. Norma…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 255 – Elizabeth Gilbert
For episode 255, Sharon closes out the 2024 year in podcasts with an intimate conversation with Elizabeth Gilbert. Liz is the New York Times…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 254 – Fireside Chat with Ruth King
For episode 254, we are continuing the Fireside Chat Series on the Metta Hour with guest Ruth King. This series features intimate conversations with…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 253 – Cory Allen
For episode 252, Cory Allen makes his first appearance on the Metta Hour podcast. Cory Allen is an author, coach, podcaster, and influencer from…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 252 – Kristin Neff
For episode 252, Kristin Neff returns to the Metta Hour for her third appearance on the podcast. Dr. Kristin Neff is a pioneer in…
Metta Hour with Sharon Salzberg – Ep. 251 – Ethan Nichtern
For episode 251, Ethan Nichtern returns to the Metta Hour to talk about his new book, Confidence: Holding Your Seat through Life’s Eight Worldly…