Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Tami Simon

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma

Nostalgia

Mindfulness

Mental Health

Habit Change

Coping Mechanisms

Creativity

Curiosity

Stoicism

Stress Management

Imaginal Intelligence

Existential Psychology

Healing

Nature

Spirituality

Community

Sacred Feminine

Mahatma's Six Moral Truths

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.

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	875	Founded	17 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ReligionReligion & Spirituality

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[ENCORE EPISODE] Anne Lamott: Radical Self-Care Changes Everything

**SPECIAL ENCORE PRESENTATION IN SUPPORT OF WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY**

Anne Lamott is the celebrated author of many books of fiction, essays, and memoirs. Her works include Bird by Bird, Hallelujah Anyway, and Crooked Little Heart. In this special ed... more

30 Oct 2025 • 55 min

Shai Tubali: Why We Need Heart Intelligence Now

Tami Simon and renowned spiritual teacher Shai Tubali explore the intriguing concept of the flexible heart and delve into how emotional flexibility can be pivotal for trauma healing and personal evolution in today’s changing and challenging world.

T... more

28 Oct 2025 • 1 hr 10 min

“Showing Up For Each Other” | Tami Simon & Tara Brach on the Intersection of Spirituality & Therapy

Join Tami Simon and renowned meditation teacher and clinical psychologist Tara Brach for this special episode of Insights At The Edge as they explore the intersection of spirituality and therapeutic practices and thank the many therapists of the worl... more

23 Oct 2025 • 1 hr 2 min

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Diana Hill, PhD: How to Discover Your Deepest Motivation

Learn how to move beyond trivial, distracting goals and tap into your hidden (and most fulfilling) motivations and latent “genius gifts,” with clinical psychologist Diana Hill’s research-backed “Wise Effort Method.”

Have you ever felt on a gut level... more

21 Oct 2025 • 1 hr 10 min

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Recent Guests

Diana Hill

Clinical psychologist, author of 'Wise Effort', and speaker on acceptance and commitment therapy.

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Episode: Diana Hill, PhD: How to Discover Your Deepest Motivation

Stephen Jenkinson

Culture activist, storyteller, ceremonialist, and author

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Episode: Stephen Jenkinson: Matrimony Is the Mothering of Culture

Clea Shearer

Co-founder of The Home Edit and author.

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Episode: Clea Shearer: My Cancer Will Be Purposeful

Christopher Bache

Professor Emeritus in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Youngstown State University and the author of several influential books.

Youngstown State University

Episode: Christopher Bache: Deep Time and the Birth of the Diamond Soul

Dr. Jim B. Tucker

Child psychiatrist and professor emeritus of psychiatry and neurobehavioral sciences at the University of Virginia.

University of Virginia

Episode: Jim B. Tucker: Children’s Memories of Previous Lives

Acharya Shunya

First female leader of a 2,000-year-old Vedic lineage and best-selling author

Sounds True

Episode: Acharya Shunya: The Five Phases of the Vedic Afterlife Journey | Part 1

Andrew Holecek

Spiritual teacher and author focusing on death and rebirth

Episode: Andrew Holecek: What Reincarnates? | Part 2

Maggie Jackson

Award-winning author, journalist, and speaker known for her writings on social trends and technology's impact on humanity

Episode: Maggie Jackson: Being Uncertain as a Form of Wakefulness

Dr. Melinda Edwards

A psychiatrist, writer, and mother who provides psychiatric care to underserved adults, author of 'Psyche and Spirit'.

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Episode: Guy Shahar and Melinda Edwards, MD: “Sensitivity Is at the Heart of Autism”

Host

Tami Simon

Founder and Publisher of Sounds True; Host of Insights at the Edge. She engages in profound conversations with spiritual teachers, authors, and thought leaders about personal growth and contemporary issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings

Great show
Great show!
Apple Podcasts
5
Tesoro888
United States2 months ago
Neurodivergent Awakening
Many years of listening to amazing conversation between Tami and a roster of incredible individuals, and no episode has ever hit me deeper than this one. I feel seen.
Apple Podcasts
5
sivartyad
United States3 months ago
Open to pseudoscience
Used to enjoy this show a bit, but some of the content lately has been really promoting pseudoscience (telepathic Suzy Miller). I find it concerning. My recommendation is to be picky with which episodes you listen to.
Apple Podcasts
2
Freelagh
Canada3 months ago
Best Podcast
Tami is simply the best interviewer, who chooses the most interesting and varied people to interview. Her podcast is invaluable, the smartest and best of its class. Guests are not preachy for the most part, but authentically experienced individuals with gems to share. We love you, Tami! Thank you for your offerings.
Apple Podcasts
5
Meitghkk
United States4 months ago
It changed for the worse
I used to love this podcast until it went woke. You guys think you’re so much better than Trump. The truth is you make him look like a saint by comparison. Practice what you preach. Stop being so crazy and wake up to the mess you are creating with your self righteous insanity.
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Enough’s enough already
United States5 months ago

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Many listeners express gratitude for the transformative impact of the episodes on their personal and spiritual journeys.

There are mixed feelings regarding specific guest topics, with some finding value while others expressing concerns about the promotion of pseudoscientific views.

The host is often praised for her interviewing skills and ability to connect with guests, leading to authentic and insightful conversations.

Listeners generally appreciate the deep, meaningful discussions and the thought-provoking questions posed by the host.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#5	United States/Religion & Spirituality/Religion
Apple Podcasts	#131	United States/Religion & Spirituality
Apple Podcasts	#2	Canada/Religion & Spirituality/Religion
Apple Podcasts	#3	United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality/Religion
Apple Podcasts	#27	Canada/Religion & Spirituality
Apple Podcasts	#28	United Kingdom/Religion & Spirituality

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Vanessa Bennett: Mothers and Wives: Resentment Is Yours to Own

Q: What are the most important myths related to motherhood and relationships that you discuss in your book?

The biggest myth is that if you do not inherently love motherhood, there is something wrong with you, which encompasses myths surrounding sex and relationships as well.

Vanessa Bennett: Mothers and Wives: Resentment Is Yours to Own

Q: How did you choose to become a depth psychotherapist?

Vanessa shares that she was drawn to this career after years in advertising and a desire to give back and be of service to others.

Clea Shearer: My Cancer Will Be Purposeful

Q: What would you say are the big differences between who you were before your cancer diagnosis and now?

Clea expressed that her perspective has shifted significantly; while she once focused on achievement, she now values community and the importance of supporting others.

Clea Shearer: My Cancer Will Be Purposeful

Q: At what point did you decide I'm going to make this cancer journey purposeful?

Clea decided to make her cancer journey purposeful at a pivotal moment of clarity, realizing that she could not only handle her diagnosis but also help others through sharing her experience.

Stephen Jenkinson: Matrimony Is the Mothering of Culture

Q: Why is it important for you to publish a book on matrimony in your 70s?

Jenkinson notes that many people have approached him wanting to create meaningful wedding ceremonies, moving away from convention and tradition to something authentic and real.

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Recent guests on Sounds True: Insights at the Edge include:

1. Diana Hill
2. Stephen Jenkinson
3. Clea Shearer
4. Christopher Bache
5. Dr. Jim B. Tucker
6. Acharya Shunya
7. Andrew Holecek
8. Maggie Jackson

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