By the 1980s, Diana Nyad had left competitive swimming behind, embarking on a successful career as a sports broadcaster. But after a meeting with “Superman” actor Christopher Reeve — whose throw from a horse left him paralyzed from the shoulders down — she is reminded of a challenge that fueled her early athletic ambitions, and re-commits to living everyday ... Show More
Sep 29
The magic that ripples out when we share our passions with others, by Matthew Mercer
Every Thursday night, Matthew Mercer leads a merry band through a maze of goblins, spells, and enchantments, as he plays an immersive role-playing game. In our story, Matthew explores what these creative games open up in him and how shining his light into the world gives others p ... Show More
37m 8s
Sep 22
What my father gave me, by Shawn Colvin
Shawn Colvin grows up in a dangerous house. There’s a dad with a hair-trigger temper. But there’s also a dad who builds things, and who plays music, who teaches Shawn how to play a guitar. Years later, an out-of-the-blue phone call gives Shawn the opportunity to explain to her da ... Show More
35m 19s
May 2018
Diana Nyad, Part 2: “Find a Way”
Oprah’s conversation with marathon swimming champion and female warrior Diana Nyad continues. Diana captivated the world when, on her fifth and final attempt, she became the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida, without a shark cage. Diana explains why it was important for h ... Show More
27m 15s
Sep 2021
"I’m in the Prime of My Life" with Diana Nyad
Carolyn Doelling tells the story of how she rebooted herself as a fashion model at age 74. Then Max talks with Diana Nyad about her epic, record-breaking swim from Cuba to Key West at age 64, how her relationship to her body has changed since then, and what she expects from it go ... Show More
39m 19s
Dec 2019
The beautiful balance between courage and fear | Cara E. Yar Khan
After being diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that deteriorates muscle, Cara E. Yar Khan was told she'd have to limit her career ambitions and dial down her dreams. She ignored that advice and instead continued to pursue her biggest ambitions. In this powerful, moving talk, ... Show More
9m 55s
Jul 2024
The House Is No Longer On Fire, Now What?
<p>Lauren joins to talk about facing life challenges head-on. Lauren’s moved to a new country, depleted her savings while navigating visa issues, set up a new freelance lifestyle that she's still getting used to, and dealt with the aftermath of a cancer diagnosis. We talk about r ... Show More
45m 55s
Nov 2020
November 30, 2020: Magic Johnson, Basketball Legend
Is there ever a silver lining to hard situations? Today’s quote, from a sports icon who opened up about a daunting diagnosis in the ‘90s, looks on the bright side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3m 15s
Oct 2019
Reclaiming Your Path | Cyndie Spiegel
<p>Cyndie Spiegel was a rising star in the fashion industry. Fifteen years in, living the life so many dream of, she made a bold decision. To walk-away from her career and, in no small part, her life, in order to create the space to step into a powerful new season of contribution ... Show More
1h 7m
Aug 2025
Davina McCall: “What if I don’t make it?” Embracing life after a brain tumour
Are you living the life you want to live? Broadcaster Davina McCall’s recent health scare has shown her the importance of living boldly, with no regrets.In this chat, live from The Happy Place Festival, best pals Fearne and Davina share how having tumours removed within a few mon ... Show More
49m 10s