Seattle Sauna Circuit
November 6, 2026
Let’s head over to the Emerald City, Seattle, Washington where we welcome Tucker, a sauna builder and practitioner. He is our Seattle Sauna Circuit Scout who takes us through the
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Pirate Saunas, Sauna Masters, and Australia’s Sauna Revolution | Sauna Talk #143
November 5, 2026
Coming to you from the International Sauna Congress in Oslo, Norway, where more than 500 sauna enthusiasts, builders, operators, and professionals have gathered from around the world. For this episode
Sauna Life: Friendship, Good Heat & the Stories Behind the Book | Sauna Talk #142
October 23, 2026
What happens when two lifelong sauna enthusiasts, longtime friends, and thermal soul brothers decide to write a book celebrating sauna culture? In Sauna Talk Episode 142, Glenn Auerbach sits down
Los Angeles Sauna Circuit
October 20, 2026
Let’s welcome Courtney Wittich! Wetter is better and Courtney knows best. Author of the bestselling SPA substack, and instagram, Courtney identifies as a sauna sommelier and bathing consultant. She is
Introducing the Limited Edition Sauna Life Gift Set: A Little Something Special for the Sauna Enthusiast
October 16, 2026
Good heat, cold weather, and a gift that celebrates the sauna life. It’s October here in Minneapolis. The leaves are falling, the air is getting crisp, and every new low
The full body skin itch: do you achieve it in your own sauna?
October 15, 2026
There’s a moment during most sauna sessions when my skin seems to announce that it is hungry for some light exfoliation. It might happen after round two. Sometimes later. A
Cold Lake Water Between Sauna Rounds: What’s Your Favorite Temperature?
October 13, 2026
As summer turns to fall, it’s been wonderful to watch the lake temperature drop at our island cabin. I’ve been enjoying sauna and cold swims between rounds for 30 years.
Sauna Life Book Review: The Life That Gathers Around the Sauna
October 9, 2026
by “Mossy” Ben Beresh Sauna Life: From Heat Up to Cool Down is a beautifully human book. Yes, it is visually striking. The photography is excellent and evocative, filled with
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Kuuma
Kuuma is a 4th generation family owned Northern Minnesota stove maker that produces tremendousl high quality products that last a lifetime, and then some.
Homecraft heaters
A second-generation, family-owned North American electric sauna heater manufacturer, creating innovative, long-lasting heaters using protected elements that last a long time, and really awesome “clean steam.”
Overland Sauna Tents
Overland Sauna Tents is an Oregon based sauna tent company committed to providing stoves made in North America, and bringing good heat to places with natural awe and beauty.
Deep Wave Deep Stream Mobile Saunas
Deep Stream Mobile Saunas, founded by longtime sauna enthusiasts and builders, feature wind-deflecting design, a seamless waterproof shell, and lightweight construction towable by a four-cylinder vehicle.
Various - Custom Builders
Glenn has helped many sauna builders get started. He is close with a handful of awesome craftsmen and can help advise and connect you with one for your sauna project.
Sauna Build
Glenn wrote the DIY sauna-building ebook that has helped thousands realize their own sauna dreams; Now in its 4th print edition, the book is enriched with illustrations and shaped by feedback from fellow builders who, just like you, put on our sauna-building pants one leg at a time.
Sauna Consultation
Glenn offers one-on-one consultations to help navigate the challenges of sauna building, providing a sounding board for ideas and decisions whether you’re DIY-ing, hiring a contractor, or working with a sauna builder.
From Heat Up to Cool Down
Sauna Life: From Heat Up to Cool Down is a coffee table book in production that showcases and celebrates the many unique saunas across North America and beyond.
Featured Products
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Kuuma Medium Cedar Package
ⓘ Details$3,010.00 View ProductThe Kuuma Medium Cedar Package includes a Medium Kuuma Wood Burning Sauna Stove, Ash Pan, Glass Window, Two Heat Shields, and a Water Tank. Medium Kuuma Wood Burning Stove- Width: 18″
- Depth: 18″
- Height: 32″
- Stove Weight (with fire-brick): 405 lbs.
- Width: 37″
- Depth: 24″
- Height: 36″
- Shipping Weight: 475 lbs.
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Kuuma Medium Oak Package
ⓘ Details$2,860.00 View ProductThe Kuuma Medium Oak Package includes a Medium Kuuma Wood Burning Sauna Stove, Ash Pan, Glass Window, and Three Heat Shields. Medium Kuuma Wood Burning Stove- Width: 18″
- Depth: 18″
- Height: 32″
- Stove Weight (with fire-brick): 405 lbs.
- Width: 37″
- Depth: 24″
- Height: 36″
- Shipping Weight: 450 lbs.
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Kuuma Small Oak Package
ⓘ Details$2,585.00 View ProductThe Kuuma Small Oak Package includes a small Kuuma Wood Fired Sauna Stove, Ash Pan, Glass Window, and Three Heat Shields. Small Kuuma Wood Burning Stove- Width: 14″
- Depth: 18″
- Height: 32″
- Stove Weight (with fire-brick): 375 lbs.
- Width: 24″
- Depth: 29″
- Height: 36″
- Shipping Weight: 400 lbs.
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Kuuma Small Cedar Package
ⓘ Details$2,735.00 View ProductThe Kuuma Small Cedar Package includes a Small Kuuma Wood Fired Sauna Stove, Ash Pan, Glass Window, Two Heat Shields, and a Water Tank. Small Kuuma Wood Burning Stove- Width: 14″
- Depth: 18″
- Height: 32″
- Stove Weight (with fire-brick): 375 lbs.
- Width: 24″
- Depth: 29″
- Height: 36″
- Shipping Weight: 425 lbs.
Sauna Talk Podcast
In the Sauna Talk podcast, I talk to the movers and shakers of the sauna world about all things related to great löyly. From random strangers on the streets of Helsinki to the leading sauna researcher Dr. Jari Laukkanen, they all have an opinion about real sauna.
Who is Glenn?
I am a lifelong student of authentic sauna. I founded SaunaTimes.com and wrote “Sauna Build, From Start to Finnish,” a book about how to build your own sauna.
I am a founding board member of the Sauna Research Institute, Vice president of the 612 Sauna Society, member of the North America Sauna Society, as well as other non profit positions.