Little Happier: A Problem of Advanced Technology Gets a Funny, Old-Fashioned Solution
A problem created by the advanced technology of a towering skyscraper is successfully addressed with a very simple, low-tech solution. In the end, the forces of nature always remain at work. Get in to...
24 Jun 20242min
More Happier: Happiness of Hiking, a Big Announcement & Can You Make Yourself Interested?
We talk about our upcoming adventure, a hiking trip in England. Plus we discuss a big writing announcement, and debate the question of whether and why we might want to push ourselves to take an intere...
22 Jun 202427min
Ep. 487: Book Club: We Talk to Writer Anne Lamott About Love, Family, and Forgiveness
Ep. 487: Book Club: We Talk to Writer Anne Lamott About Love, Family, and Forgiveness For the Happier Podcast Book Club, we talk to renowned writer Anne Lamott about her beautiful new collection of es...
19 Jun 202439min
Little Happier: A Lesson Learned by Beyoncé and Solange Can Be Learned by Us, Too.
Mathew Knowles, the father and musical manager of Beyoncé and Solange, gave great advice about preparing for an important performance. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @...
17 Jun 20244min
Ep. 486: Design Your Summer, Comfort vs. Adventure, & Friendship Burnout
Ep. 486: As we do each year, we talk about how and why to design our summer. We also discuss whether we prefer comfort or adventure, as well as how to tell the differences among colds, allergies, and ...
12 Jun 202433min
Little Happier: A Friend Is Startled by Her Realization About Skiing
A casual conversation during brunch caused my friend to reevaluate her attitude toward skiing. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Follow on social media: @GretchenRubin on YouTube @GretchenRubin ...
10 Jun 20244min
More Happier: A Major Milestone, Getting Ideas for What to Watch or Read, & Survivor
We talk about a major milestone we just reached: one thousand episodes! Plus we discuss what suggestions for watching, reading, and listening we’ve gotten from our children, and Elizabeth mentions a T...
8 Jun 202426min
Ep. 485: Easy, Helpful Hacks for Summer, Surprising Whimsy, & Kelly Ripa Talks Off Camera
Episode 485: We share many useful hacks from listeners about how to make summertime activities easier and more fun. We also have a candid, hilarious conversation with legendary TV talk-show host Kelly...
5 Jun 202436min
