
Zen Commuter is about meditation and how it can improve the quality of your life. Thom Walters speaks with acclaimed meditation teachers, authors and everyday practitioners, to help listeners understand how to start a mindfulness habit, as well as keep it going. Along the way he discusses topics that help listeners cultivate a calmer, wiser and happier life. Come join Thom Monday through Friday to... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 117 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SpiritualityReligion & Spirituality | |||

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What a wonderful experience all the way around. Thom created an open space where the conversation flowed easily and we could have gone on for hours. It is so wonderful to be able to connect and have deep heart conversations about spirituality and awakening.
Thom is a marvelous. Funny, intelligent, warm and has great things to share. I’d recommend this show to anyone looking for deeper meaning in life while still learning to smile through it all
I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on Zen Commuter with Thom Walters, and it was a truly wonderful experience. Thom has an incredible ability to make his guests feel welcomed, comfortable, and valued. His warmth, positivity, and seamless way of guiding the conversation made our discussion flow beautifully across many facets of my journey, work, and background. Thom’s depth of understanding and curiosity allowed us to explore profound insights, making for a rich and engaging conversatio... more
Thom was such a great, engaging host. The conversation flowed easily, with wisdom, shared experiences, great questions, and smiles and laughter. Loved meeting and talking with Thom!
Such a great show. As a practitioner of meditation, I love hearing about the methods of others. It inspires me to expand my own practice. Them is an amazing host. He creates a relaxing environment for guests to share their story.
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Zen Commuter centers mindfulness and practical meditation, featuring conversations with renowned teachers, authors, and practitioners to help listeners start and sustain a calm, wiser, and happier daily rhythm. Episodes cover meditation techniques, mindfulness in work and family life, tools for resilience, and spiritual perspectives that connect personal growth with everyday living. Noteworthy is Thom Walters' warm, welcoming interview style that invites depth without judgment, making complex topics approachable for a broad audience. The show frequently blends practical exercises with philosophical context, and often ties mindfulness to modern life challenges like parenting, grief, burnout, and social well-being, which can be especially app... more
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Recent guests on Zen Commuter include:
1. Ayya Santacitta
2. Manal El Ramly
3. Jen Kalawur
4. Dean Patrick
5. Christopher Rivas
6. Lillian Savoie
7. Lane Igoudin
8. Pema Sherpa
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