Podcast Episodes

A Little Happier: Keep an Empty shelf—and Also Keep a Junk Drawer.

Creating an orderly environment can be surprisingly energizing and mood-boosting. And while an empty shelf holds invitation and promise, so does a ju…

10 months, 2 weeks ago

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More Happier: Real Housewives & Bad Apologies, the Empty Nest & Parenting Secrets of Adulthood

We talk about the joys of summer and of navigating airports and subways. We also discuss how the Real Housewives can set a bad example (surprise!), a…

10 months, 2 weeks ago

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Bonus: Why We’re All Feeling So Disconnected—and a Fun Hack to Help Make Us Close

Strong relationships are essential for happiness—but they can be hard to maintain. In this bonus episode, we try something totally new: a live experi…

10 months, 2 weeks ago

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Ep. 546: Embrace Regret, Sticker Hacks for Back-to-School & Is Upholder-Rebellion Real?

Episode 546

We discuss why embracing regret can help us make our lives happier, by helping point the way to a life that better reflects our values. We also share…

10 months, 3 weeks ago

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A Little Happier: The Fun of Phrases and the Delight of Wordplay

This humorous collection of phrases, puns, and other kinds of wordplay is a good reminder of the delights of language. 

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

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More Happier: 7 Happiness Myths—and What’s Actually True [Revisited]

“Money can’t buy happiness.” “It’s selfish to try to be happier.” These familiar ideas seem wise—but they often hold us back. This week, we revisit 7…

10 months, 3 weeks ago

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Ep. 545: Consider a Themed Retreat, Stay Safe in Crowds & a Cold-Water Solution

Episode 545

We discuss why a themed retreat can boost our happiness, and talk about different possible themes. We also share safety tips for staying safe when ca…

10 months, 4 weeks ago

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Introducing: The Deep Dive

Each week, comedians and best friends Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael take a ‘deep dive’ into their real lives and discuss a wide range of t…

10 months, 4 weeks ago

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A Little Happier: A True Story About Friendship at the Olympics—and We’re More Free Than We Think

The extraordinary story of two Olympics-prize-winners Japanese pole vaulters is a testament to the power of friendship—and also a great reminder that…

11 months ago

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More Happier: A New Barbie, Quality Screen Time & the Joy of Working on a Porch

We discuss the fact that a new Barbie has the gear of a Type 1 diabetic. We also talk about how having an additional monitor makes writing more enjoy…

11 months ago

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