Sounds True: Insights at the Edge
Religion & Spirituality
About
Tami Simon, Founder and Publisher of Sounds True interviews spiritual teachers, visionary writers, and living luminaries about their newest work and current challenges—the growing edge of their inner inquiry and outer contribution to the world.
Episodes
- Geneen Roth: It’s Not About Your Mother—Finding Love, Finally
Geneen Roth shares insights on her new book, "Love Finally," and a six-step process that transformed a painful wound. She speaks with Tami Simon about her relationship with her mother and personal liberation.
- Zabie Yamasaki: What the Nervous System Often Needs Is LESS
Zabie Yamasaki, founder of Transcending Trauma through Yoga and author of Protect Your Energy, speaks with Tami Simon about nervous system regulation and somatic boundaries. They discuss the importance of rest as an act of resistance in tr…
- Michael Singer, Tony Robbins, Sage Robbins: Wisdom Untethered
Tami Simon speaks with Michael Singer, Tony Robbins, and Sage Robbins about "Wisdom Untethered: The Time for Questions." The conversation covers topics such as letting go, the nature of intuition, and spiritual understanding.
- Richard Davidson & Cortland Dahl: “Flourishing Is Contagious, and It’s Easier Than You Think”
Richard Davidson and Cortland Dahl discuss their book, "Born to Flourish," focusing on four trainable skills: awareness, connection, insight, and purpose. They suggest these skills can transform wellbeing in a short amount of time.
- Richard Schwartz and Tamala Floyd: Healing Across Generations: IFS + Ancestral Wisdom
Richard Schwartz and Tamala Floyd discuss Internal Family Systems (IFS) and ancestral wisdom. They explore how healing legacy burdens can bring liberation across generations.
- Banafsheh Sayyad: Being 100 Percent Present and 100 Percent Fully Gone
Banafsheh Sayyad, a sacred dancer and teacher, discusses the practice of whirling, the integration of discipline and surrender, and embodied healing through movement. She shares insights on presence as a form of devotion and resistance.
- Tian Dayton: If You Grew Up with Addicts, Healing Is a Discipline
Tami Simon speaks with Dr. Tian Dayton, author of Growing Up with Addiction, about the impact of addiction on families and the disciplined approach required to heal from childhood trauma.
- Peter Russell: Meeting Exponential Change with a Quiet Mind
Tami Simon interviews physicist and consciousness pioneer Peter Russell on how to maintain a quiet mind amidst rapid global change and the stresses of an AI-driven world. The discussion explores the potential for species extinction and the…
- Cody Cook-Parrott: Attention is a Creative Act
Tami Simon speaks with writer and artist Cody Cook-Parrott about their book, The Practice of Attention. They discuss how social media affects creativity, the concept of an attention audit, and the role of attention in spiritual practice.
- Robin Wall Kimmerer: What Does the Earth Ask of You Today?
Tami Simon speaks with botanist and author Robin Wall Kimmerer about fostering a reciprocal relationship with the natural world. The discussion explores themes of climate, human identity, and spiritual understanding.
- Anne Lamott & Neil Allen: Write Toward the Really Real
Tami Simon speaks with Anne Lamott and Neal Allen about the craft of writing. They discuss finding one's voice, writing with truth and compassion, and the importance of focusing on authentic experience in one's work.
- Shi Heng Yi: The Shaolin Shift: This Is It
Tami Simon interviews Shaolin master Shi Heng Yi on the path to self-mastery and inner freedom. They discuss the nature of identity, transcending suffering, and the principles of the Shaolin tradition.
- [ENCORE EPISODE] Coleman Barks: Rumi, Grace, and Human Friendship
In this encore episode of Insights at the Edge, Tami Simon reflects on the life and work of the late Rumi scholar and translator Coleman Barks. The discussion covers Barks' translations of the 13th-century mystic, the friendship between Ru…
- Darnell Lamont Walker: Listen to a Death Doula: This Is What Love Looks Like
In this episode of Sounds True: Insights at the Edge, Emmy-nominated writer and death doula Darnell Lamont Walker joins Tami Simon to discuss the importance of accepting love and care during the final stages of life. He shares insights on…
- Kristin Neff & Caverly Morgan: Self-Compassion as a Lifeboat
In this episode of Insights at the Edge, researchers and teachers Kristin Neff and Caverly Morgan discuss the relationship between self-compassion and spiritual awakening. They explore how self-kindness can serve as a supportive tool for c…
- Mark Nepo: Age Like a Meteor
Tami Simon interviews poet-philosopher Mark Nepo about his book on aging as a transformative passage. They discuss concepts like the flexible heart, experiencing time, finding joy amid loss, and embracing luminosity as we age.
- Paul Selig: A Journey to the Upper Room: An Attunement to Divine Union
Tami Simon interviews Paul Selig about his spiritual journey and accessing the "upper room," a state of consciousness beyond fear and separation, aiming for divine union while in human form.
- Ky Dickens: The Telepathy Tapes and What Lies Beyond
Tami interviews Ky Dickens, creator of The Telepathy Tapes, about her shift from filmmaker to consciousness researcher. They discuss telepathy in nonspeaking individuals, mindsight, energy healing, and fundamental consciousness.
- Lee Harris: Be a Future Human and Find the New
Tami Simon talks with Lee Harris about connecting with higher guidance, cultivating heart intelligence, and preparing for humanity’s evolutionary leap. Lee shares wisdom on intuition, interdimensional communication, and how love, not fear,…
- Sister Joan Chittister: Presence and Perpetual Goodness
Tami Simon revisits a conversation with Sister Joan Chittister on enlightenment in the Christian tradition, the sacrament of the present moment, and seeing the world through God’s eyes, drawing from her lifetime of monastic practice.
- Michael Singer: Living Untethered
Michael Singer discusses his book Living Untethered with Tami Simon, focusing on the nature of awareness, consciousness, and methods for releasing trapped energy to find unconditional love.
- Richard Rudd: The Soft Journey to the Future Human
Richard Rudd discusses his spiritual awakening, the Gene Keys system, and the concept of gentle transformation. The episode explores humanity's current evolutionary shift and potential turning points in consciousness.
- David Brooks: Perception Is an Act of Creation
David Brooks shares his journey from intellectual detachment to emotional and spiritual awakening with Tami Simon. They discuss how a profound subway experience changed his perspective, the concepts of diminishers and illuminators, and the…
- Frank Ostaseki: “I’m Allergic to the Notion of a Good Death”
Frank Ostaseski, a pioneer in compassionate end-of-life care, shares insights on facing death, informed by decades of experience at the bedside. The conversation explores emotional flexibility, allowing, and finding indestructible love thr…
- A.H. Almaas and Henry Shukman: “The Many Faces of Awakening”
Tami Simon speaks with A.H. Almaas and Henry Shukman about the many dimensions of awakening, emphasizing that spiritual realization is an ongoing process rather than a single destination. The episode explores concepts like emptiness and lo…
- Andrea Owen: “Embodying Big Prize Energy”
Tami Simon interviews life coach Andrea Owen about her audio workshop, discussing self-trust, overcoming fear with 'big prize energy,' self-abandonment, and resilience.
- Steven Washington: "My Recovery Is Non-Negotiable"
Steven Washington, author of Recovering You, shares with Tami Simon how to stay committed to sobriety through embodied practice, self-compassion for shame, and viewing sensitivity as a strength.
- Leah Lamb: Stories Show Us the Way
Tami Simon interviews Leah Lamb about the role of storytelling in healing and guidance. They discuss how stories shape reality and help navigate grief, heartbreak, and collective challenges with courage and hope.
- Aviv Shahar: This Epochal Moment
Aviv Shahar discusses living through an Epochal Moment, a transitional period between ages. He examines the historical journey, collective evolution's challenges, and the developing capacities of humanity.
- [ENCORE EPISODE] Richard Schwartz, PhD: No Bad Parts
Richard Schwartz, creator of the Internal Family Systems Model, explains how all parts of us have protective intentions and how welcoming them can lead to healing. He details accessing inner wounds, the multiple nature of the mind, and con…
- Lorena Saavedra Smith: Heeding the Jaguar’s Call
Lorena Saavedra Smith explains how Pacha philosophy can reframe the immigration experience as spiritual reclamation, using the jaguar as a metaphor for soul retrieval and reconnecting with nature's wisdom.
- [ENCORE EPISODE] Jon Kabat-Zinn: Befriending Pain
In this encore episode of Insights at the Edge, Tami Simon speaks with Jon Kabat-Zinn about his book, Mindfulness Meditation for Pain Relief. They discuss the use of mindfulness and meditation practices to address chronic pain, shift persp…
- Tama Kieves: Being Available to Infinite Intelligence
Tama Kieves shares her journey of leaving Harvard Law to follow an inner calling, exploring how self-doubt can aid spiritual seeking and kindness can unlock genius.
- [ENCORE EPISODE] Anne Lamott: Radical Self-Care Changes Everything
In this encore episode, author Anne Lamott speaks with Tami Simon about the essential nature of “radical self-care” for well-being. They also explore self-acceptance, particularly regarding body image and self-esteem, and its connection to…
- Shai Tubali: Why We Need Heart Intelligence Now
Spiritual teacher Shai Tubali discusses heart intelligence and emotional flexibility with Tami Simon, highlighting their importance for healing trauma and personal growth.
- “Showing Up For Each Other” | Tami Simon & Tara Brach on the Intersection of Spirituality & Therapy
Tami Simon and Tara Brach explore how spirituality and therapeutic practices intersect. They express gratitude for therapists who support personal journeys.
- Diana Hill, PhD: How to Discover Your Deepest Motivation
Clinical psychologist Diana Hill discusses her research-backed "Wise Effort Method" for uncovering deep motivations and "genius gifts." The episode, hosted by Tami Simon, explores the difference between surface goals and true fulfillment,…
- [ENCORE EPISODE] James Hollis: What Is Wanting to Find Expression Through You?
On this encore episode of Insights at the Edge, Tami Simon speaks with Jungian analyst James Hollis about the journey for personal fulfillment. They discuss taking responsibility for one's life path, reclaiming innate authority, the impact…
- Vanessa Bennett: Mothers and Wives: Resentment Is Yours to Own
Depth psychologist Vanessa Bennett discusses how to heal resentment and unhealthy relationship patterns by examining societal pressures on parenthood and partnership, and reclaiming personal agency.
- Stephen Jenkinson: Matrimony Is the Mothering of Culture
Stephen Jenkinson shares insights on how matrimony serves as a foundational force in culture, distinct from weddings and marriage. He argues that authentic rituals within matrimony can mend societal issues and strengthen community bonds.
- Clea Shearer: My Cancer Will Be Purposeful
In this episode, Clea Shearer shares wisdom and practical lessons from her stage two breast cancer journey, discussing her book "Cancer Is Complicated." The conversation offers hope and insights for navigating serious physical illnesses an…
- Once More: Reflections on Reincarnation and the Gap Between Lives
Tami Simon revisits her series on reincarnation, discussing motivations, key questions, and insights about identity and consciousness. The episode invites listeners to consider their own questions about life and what follows.
- Christopher Bache: Deep Time and the Birth of the Diamond Soul
Host Tami Simon interviews author Christopher Bache about reincarnation, deep time, and the evolution of the soul, discussing his personal journey and the concept of the 'diamond soul.' They explore evidence for reincarnation, soul compani…
- Jim B. Tucker: Children’s Memories of Previous Lives
Dr. Jim B. Tucker shares research on over 2,500 cases of children's past-life memories, exploring the scientific evidence for reincarnation and its implications for consciousness and our existence.
- Acharya Shunya: The Five Phases of the Vedic Afterlife Journey | Part 2
Acharya Shunya shares her personal journey and Vedic insights on the five phases of the afterlife. She offers practical tools and teachings to help listeners awaken and live a more meaningful, empowered life.
- Acharya Shunya: The Five Phases of the Vedic Afterlife Journey | Part 1
Acharya Shunya discusses the Vedic perspective on the afterlife, detailing a compassionate, growth-oriented process for the soul's journey beyond death, distinct from concepts of punishment.
- Andrew Holecek: What Reincarnates? | Part 2
Tami Simon and Andrew Holecek continue their discussion on reincarnation, focusing on Tibetan Buddhist views of death and rebirth, the significance of habits, and the practice of 'dark retreat.' The episode offers insights into navigating…
- Andrew Holecek: What Reincarnates? | Part 1
Andrew Holecek discusses reincarnation and the
- Maggie Jackson: Being Uncertain as a Form of Wakefulness
Maggie Jackson discusses the science of uncertainty with Tami Simon, exploring how embracing not knowing can foster growth, creativity, and resilience. The episode offers strategies for managing discomfort with uncertainty and highlights t…
- Chelsia Potts, EdD: Unmask Your Glory
Dr. Chelsia Potts shares her empowering