My Unsung Hero: Wendy McDowell's Story

Last week, we talked with psychologist Leslie John about the costs of keeping secrets. Today, Leslie returns with a look at the psychological power of self-disclosure. She says the moments of oversharing that we often consider "TMI" can actually strengthen our relationships. Then ... Show More

We all carry secrets, from harmless omissions to life-changing truths. But secrecy isn’t neutral: hiding takes mental work and can harm our health and relationships. In this week’s show, and in our episode next week, psychologist Leslie John explores the costs of concealment — an ... Show More

We conclude our month-long You 2.0 series with a look at the hidden power of doubt — not as weakness or indecision, but as a tool that helps us make better choices and navigate an uncertain world. Researcher Bobby Parmar explores how doubt can sharpen judgment, and makes a case f ... Show More

Today's episode is a little different... we hosted a wonderful Storytelling & Ramadan event at One Life Kitchen & Cafe and we had many storytellers come on stage to share their personal experiences. On this episode we want to showcase a few of these beautiful stories to you. One ... Show More

"Hearts and Hands" by O.Henry: This episode contains TWO stories from O'Henry: HEARTS AND HANDS: A young lady is traveling on a train from Denver when an old acquaintance sits down across from her. She engages in a conversation with him, never knowing that appearances can be dece ... Show More

A Little Journey is a great example of Ray Bradbury's writing! It is storytelling at its best, it makes you smile, and its science fiction that can be enjoyed by all. In this story a group of old ladies pays for a journey to Mars and a chance to meet God. When disappointment thre ... Show More

“Modern Family” star Sarah Hyland joins me at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood. Over chips & guac, we dive into her healthcare struggles during the show’s run, her love story with former “The Bachelorette” contestant Wells Adams and her hilarious stories of growing up in New York ... Show More

Hello everyone,<br /><br />Im sorry this podcast hasnt released any new episodes for a while but we are now back and ready to share more relaxing stories to send you to slumber.<br /><br />Todays episode is Hans Christian Anderson story called 'The Money Box' Read by Amy.<br /><b ... Show More

This story was a great find and is still one of our best performing episodes. Henry Lawson's "Brighten's Sister-In-Law" is a poignant narrative, a classic example of the Australian bush ballad. The story recounts a drover's desperate race against time to save his ailing son, Harr ... Show More

<p>Feeling stressed? Relax tonight with The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov, a short story to help you fall asleep. First published in 1899, this story unfolds the relationship between a cynical, older, married man and a young, married woman while vacationing in Yalta. It is c ... Show More

A classic Jack London short story in which a Hawaiian women is persuaded by a fiery preacher to bare her soul of all she knows about the town and its personal histories. SUPPORT OUR SHOW MONTHLY AT PATREON Become an Assistant Producer at 1001 Stories Network ( a great resume enha ... Show More