Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast, hosted by Zen Buddhist teacher Joan Halifax, features weekly Wednesday Dharma talks and recordings from Upaya programs on socially engaged Buddhism, prison work, end-of-life care and peace. The feed lists 50 episodes, updated weekly, typically 40 to 60 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
A contemplative audience of engaged listeners in a long-running Zen podcast
- Weekly Dharma talks of 40 to 60 minutes give sponsors a calm, long-form listening context.
- Recordings span end-of-life care, prison work and peace, matching audiences in healthcare and social impact.
- The show has 272 Apple ratings with a 4.5 average, indicating an engaged and loyal listener base.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, dharma talk, panel discussion, recorded conference session
- Tone
- contemplative, earnest
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The show links to the Upaya website's donation and membership pages, and the feed has no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Titles cover meditation, grief, prison outreach and belonging, with no explicit flag and no profanity or adult themes in titles.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.upaya.org |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id142870459 |
| RSS feed | feeds.feedburner.com/DharmaPodcast |
Benchmark score: 35 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ancestral Stories: A Dharma Gate of Intimacy with Our Lives | 2026-10-12 | 46 min |
| Zhao Zhou’s Mu: The Threshold of Everyday Practice | 2026-10-05 | 38 min |
| LOVE and DEATH 2026: Keeping Close (Part 5B) | 2026-10-04 | 47 min |
| LOVE and DEATH 2026: Keeping Close (Part 5A) | 2026-10-04 | 43 min |
| LOVE and DEATH 2026: The Law of Change and Becoming (Part 4) | 2026-10-04 | 60 min |
| LOVE and DEATH 2026: Guided by Grief (Part 3B) | 2026-10-04 | 48 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago.
The Upaya Dharma Podcast features Wednesday evening Dharma Talks and recordings from Upaya’s diverse array of programs. Our podcasts exemplify Upaya’s focus on socially engaged Buddhism, including prison work, end-of-life care, serving the homeless, training in socially engaged practices, peace & nonviolence, compassionate care training, and delivering healthcare in the Himalayas.
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About Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast
Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast is a Zen Buddhist show hosted by Joan Halifax, a Buddhist teacher and founder and head teacher of Upaya Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, according to the Upaya website. The show features weekly Wednesday Dharma talks and recordings from Upaya programs on socially engaged Buddhism, prison outreach, end-of-life care and peace work. The feed lists 50 episodes, updated weekly, with typical episodes running 40 to 60 minutes.
The show holds 272 ratings on Apple Podcasts with a 4.5 average, according to Apple Podcasts data. Listener figures are estimates: roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly older adults interested in Buddhism and social care, based on the ratings count and the show's catalogue. The feed shows no sponsors and no funding links.
Estimated rates are $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll. Brands in mindfulness, wellness, caregiving or values-led services may find the audience a fit. Sponsorship would suit a mission-aligned brand that respects a contemplative tone.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast
How much does Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing is set by the show and is not published in the feed.
What is Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast about?
The podcast features weekly Dharma talks and recordings on socially engaged Buddhism, including prison work, end-of-life care, peace and nonviolence, hosted by Joan Halifax.
How do I contact Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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