Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness8 Jul

Is America Losing One of Its Most Important Freedoms? w/ Rachel Laser

What does the separation of church and state actually protect, and why does it matter to all of us? This week, Jonathan sits down with Americans United President & CEO Rachel Laser (who somehow balances leading one of the country’s foremost constitutional advocacy organizations while teaching yoga on the side) for a conversation about one of the most important (and often misunderstood) principles in American democracy. Together, they explore how the Constitution protects religious freedom, why those protections belong to everyone, and what happens when government and religion become too closely intertwined. Rachel breaks down the growing influence of Christian Nationalism, why patriotism isn’t the same as religious identity, and how some political movements are saying the quiet part out loud. They also discuss recent debates over displaying the Ten Commandments in public schools, the importance of creating space for every belief system, and why defending church-state separation is ultimately about protecting freedom…not limiting faith. Join the fight at www.au.org/better Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Full Video Episodes now available on YouTube. Follow Americans United on Instagram @amercansunited Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jvn Executive Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from: Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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What Taking a Break Looks Like, Scarf Spelling Bee, JVN's Favorite Fragrances

This week, we’re talking: our hiatus, AOC, scarf spelling bee, voter registration, and our HBOTW! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch Getting Better & The M...

24 Aug 25min

How to Work With Yourself, Not Against Yourself with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin is back on Getting Better for a happiness check-in with JVN! This week, they’re talking about what actually helps us understand ourselves, and why knowing how we respond to expectations...

19 Aug 54min

Lindsay Clancy Case Breakdown, HIV Social Safety Net, Going with the Flow

This week, we’re talking: the Lindsay Clancy case, HIV Social Safety net, getting better at going with the flow, english breakfast recs, and much more! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & ...

17 Aug 38min

How to Use AI Without Losing Your Humanity w/ Meredith Broussard

What happens when we start asking AI to help us make decisions about our lives, relationships, and mental health? JVN sits down with NYU Professor, author, and AI researcher Meredith Broussard to unp...

12 Aug 1h

JVN in Italy, Displaced Anti-Fauci Energy, Curl Hacks

This week, we’re talking: NYC apartment drama, Enough starring Jennifer Lopez, the reflecting pool, and much much more! Wanna see JVN on stage? Get tix to the Hot & Healed Comedy Tour here. Catch G...

10 Aug 38min

Feeling Isolated? Do This ONE Thing To Rebuild Real Connection w/ Morgan Burch | ICYMI

Connection isn’t just about being around people — it’s about feeling seen. This week on Getting Better, JVN sits down certified mental health coach and founder of the SEEN Method, Morgan Burch, for a ...

5 Aug 48min

Handling Minor Inconveniences, an Astrological Spelling Bee, and LOUISIANA v. CALLAIS | ICYMI

Today we’re talking: JVN’s West Coast tour, last minute hotel switches, scalp treatments, an astrological spelling bee, LOUISIANA v. CALLAIS, our White House Instagram feature, lipstick setting, and A...

3 Aug 30min

Why We Feel So Disconnected (And How to Come Back to Yourself) w/ Master Mingtong Gu

What if burnout isn't a sign that you're broken—but that you've become disconnected from yourself? Jonathan Van Ness sits down with Qigong master and author Master Mingtong Gu to explore why so many ...

29 Jul 39min