We talk about some exciting news from the world of “Fantasy Island,” discuss the happiness of discovering some new books by a favorite author, and ask, “What would Dolly do?”
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More Happier: Introduce Whimsy, Schedule a Personal Playdate, and Embrace Fun Plans
We revisit listener-favorite hacks for cultivating summer fun. If you want to make the most of the weeks ahead, these practical ideas can help you add more fun, adventure, and whimsy to everyday life. Revisited Highlights: Episode 146: Introduce a note of whimsy Episode 178: Sche ... Show More
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Jul 29
EP. 597: Celebrate "Dogust," Plus a Special Challenge for Upholders With Little Kids
August is “Dogust,” so we talk about celebrating the dogs in our lives. Plus, we answer a listener question about our reading habits. Episode Highlights: Try This at Home: Celebrate "Dogust" with five easy ways to celebrate your dog [06:10] Four Tendencies Tip: We share strategie ... Show More
37m 17s
Apr 2020
Checking In and What We’re Loving
A shorter episode focused on what we’ve been enjoying reading, watching and listening to during these strange times and how we’re trying to keep happy and productive.
Poem: The Rainbow Children, Gemma Peacock
Books:
Playing to win, A. G. Larfley and Roger L. Martin
Differen ... Show More
26m 58s
Mar 2023
More to the Story with Chantel Guertin
In this special bonus episode, I speak with best selling author of 8 novels and my cousin, Chantel Guertin.Chantel and I talk about the joy of reading, the discipline of writing and going after our dreams (it's never too late!). We also discuss Chantel's new book, Gigi Listening ... Show More
30m 59s
May 2023
Episode 268: Like What You Like with Samantha Irby
<p>Kate and Doree are stoked for their live show TONIGHT! Then, writer Samantha Irby comes on the pod to discuss her new book Quietly Hostile, the danger of being earnest in today’s society, the comfort of nostalgia TV and gentle romance books, and the joy (and fear) of being hon ... Show More
1h 1m
Jun 2023
New Releases and More for June 13, 2023
This week, Liberty and Vanessa discuss Loot, Psyche and Eros, Better Living Through Birding, and more great books.
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41m 42s
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><em>---</em></p> <p>Next year marks the fifteenth anniversary of Gretchen Rubin's #1 <em>New York Times</em> bestselling book, <em>The Happine ... Show More