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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project

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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
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Death in The Garden

Jake Marquez and Maren Morgan

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“Death in The Garden” is a multimedia project that explores the complex intersection of the cycle of life and death, holism, climate change, civilization, ecology, and health from the perspective of two incredibly curious millennials on a journey to make sense of a very complicated world. In addition to those listed above, our podcast highlights topics like regenerative agriculture, food, psychology, spirituality, politics, society, and our overall relationship with Nature and the ecosystems ...
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“All that you touch, You Change. All that you Change, Changes you. The only lasting truth Is Change.” - Octavia Butler, Parable of the Sower It's 2024 and I feel like I’ve lived 10 lives in the span of 9 years. As a business owner As a mom As a wife As a daughter As myself In 2015 I cofounded Black Girl Curls to educate consumers on natural hair after an article we cowrote went viral. In 2019 we started a podcast named Curls Disrupted that rankled the internet. Now . . . the world is differe ...
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Learn more about how a man can grow in happiness at EveryCatholicMan.com, including daily Gospel devotions from the Mass for every day of the year. The EveryCatholicMan.com podcast can help a man draw closer to Jesus Christ, learn the Catholic faith and grow in happiness by becoming a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. In every episode, a man can hear the Gospel reading from the Holy Catholic Mass, hear what Jesus is accomplishing, discover what can lead a man to be more awed by Jesus ...
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To Faithful Men

Tommy Sacran

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To Faithful Men is a project that was started by Tommy Sacran in 2006 to digitize and preserve old sermon and study tapes of Elder Wiley Flanagan, Elder Hassell Wallis, and Elder Mike Strevel – all whom have gone on to be with the Lord. Each of these men had fruitful ministries full of instruction and encouragement. They were pastors and teachers, and they studied to teach and train up other ministers to continue in the ways of truth. Their ministries are still a blessing and influence to ma ...
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40 Days With Jesus

Evangel Church

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What would happen if we as a church and community spent 40 days sitting at the feet of Jesus, listening to his teachings? That’s the question we asked ourselves as we began this project. There is a tangible difference that is meant to be present in the life of someone who has been with Jesus. Walking with Him, spending time in His presence, and sitting under His teaching has a transforming effect that will leave the world around us amazed. What would it look like if we made it a priority to ...
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Parable Project - Stories of Grace Pastor Danny Groening from Killarney Mennonite Church interviews Travis Tannas, a firefighter/paramedic who defied the odds following a leukemia diagnosis at age 25. In studio, they explore how Travis overcame his fears and struggles, and how the Lord has used these challenges for His glory. Thanks for joining us.…
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We talk about the energy (and space) gained from giving away items that others will appreciate, and we explore the surprisingly positive aspects of parasocial relationships with podcast hosts and TV personalities. Plus, we dive into the phenomenon of TV tourism. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: [email protected] Visi…
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Welcome to Every Catholic Man Deep Discussions, where we dive into the challenges Catholic men and the Church face today — and find ways to overcome them. Today’s Guest: In this discussion, I talk with Fr. Mike Schmitz about the state of Catholic men in the Church, the struggles they face, and how we can help men overcome these challenges and live …
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. We live in a material world surrounded by noise, possessions, and constant comparisons. From a young age, m…
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We discuss the value of taking the trip. We also reveal something very valuable that is available for free, if you know where to look, and we share listeners’ thought-provoking responses about the “one big thing” they’ve successfully tackled. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and…
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On this episode of Death in The Garden, we’re sharing our most recent interview with Helena Norberg-Hodge that we did while we were in Ladakh, India. Helena is the director of Local Futures, the organization leading the global localization movement. This interview was recorded following the events of the Planet Local Summit, which was a profoundly …
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. It doesn’t matter where you look today—schools, social media, politics—there’s a full-blown rebellion again…
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Jesus calls men to faith and humble service. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Duty so he can be a spiritual father and by pursuing the Virtue of Humility so he can be a humble slave of the Lord Jesus Christ. Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholi…
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A simple childhood memory of jubilation raises a lasting question: Is it better to persist with activities we dislike and struggle with, or pursue what comes naturally? Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier a…
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Introducing my new podcast: Since You Asked! This is the first episode of my new show with my friend, the therapist and author Lori Gottlieb. Each week, we tackle the daily problems of living—the pet peeve that’s annoyed you for years, the question you’re too embarrassed to ask, or the dilemma you just can’t solve. If you enjoy this episode, follow…
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Explore Becoming a Happier Catholic Man–2026 Welcome to the EveryCatholicMan.com Podcast, where a man can draw closer to Jesus Christ, learn the Catholic faith, and grow in true and lasting happiness by becoming a better Catholic son and a better Catholic father. This is a special announcement about some new ways the Every Catholic Man Project can …
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. Find daily Gospel Bible Studies for the Mass for every day of the year.…
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We talk about why asking for clarification is so important—yet it’s an easy step to skip. We also mention a listener’s great hack for nudging her kids to unclutter, and we discuss the urge to “use it up.” Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and Gretchen Rubin Elizabeth is reading: …
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. Find daily Gospel Bible Studies for the Mass for every day of the year.…
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Our five senses constantly make adjustments and compromises—an observation that explains a cryptic comment by Andy Warhol. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on th…
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. Find daily Gospel Bible Studies for the Mass for every day of the year.…
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We explore whether it's better to seek out new experiences or enjoy familiar favorites when traveling. Plus, we share a surprising hack about alternatives to flossing, and how we’re approaching fall routines. Resources & links related to this episode: Learn your Tendency and learn more about the "Four Tendencies" framework "Dentists know you hate f…
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. Find daily Gospel Bible Studies for the Mass for every day of the year.…
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There are about 100 days left in the year, and we discuss why starting your 100-day countdown can make you happier. We also explore a hack that will help you read, learn, and get entertained, and we share interesting responses from listeners about the power of engaging. Resources & links related to this episode: For the Happier Podcast Book Club: A…
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Go to EveryCatholicMan.com and find tools and resources to help you become a better Catholic Son and Catholic Father. Grow in holiness and happiness in 2026! Check out the critically acclaimed new book, Becoming a Happier Catholic Man - 2026. Find daily Gospel Bible Studies for the Mass for every day of the year.…
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Texas’s extremely successful anti-littering campaign illustrates an important principle about habit change: Sometimes changing our habits requires us first to change our identity. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and th…
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Jesus urges men to prudently serve God by becoming excellent stewards. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Perseverance so he can continually make many small choices to serve Christ daily and by pursuing the Virtue of Orderliness so he can be an excellent steward of God’s material gifts. Go to EveryCatholicMan.com to …
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Feeling the end-of-summer slump? In this revisited episode, we share 7 practical strategies that can help you rebuild your routine for fall—especially if you're dragging your feet. September is the other January, and this “starter kit” for habit change will help you reset without forcing it. Resources & links related to this episode: Better Than Be…
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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit deathinthegarden.substack.com We are so excited to share with you our brand new collaboration with the wonderfully bright Alex Leff from his greatly inspiring podcast, Human Nature Odyssey. We insist that you follow his podcast immediately, and do consider joining his Patreon. As fellow …
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We talk about why it can be very valuable to question our assumptions, and we also share hacks for helping a child moving into a college dorm. Plus we discuss a listener’s feelings of Obliger-rebellion due to the unacknowledged work she does for her family. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to the new podcast Since You Asked with Lo…
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A teaching joke from the legal world captures an important lesson: Sometimes the reward for an achievement is simply a bigger helping of the same challenge. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the…
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The agonizing and saving truth of Christ’s Crucifixion is recalled in the ancient Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on September 14. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Piety so he can confront the horrible cost of Christ’s Crucifixion on the Cross and grow in the Virtue of Charity so he can bless and evangeli…
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During our recent Reading Retreat 2025, we made voice memos to record our sisterly adventure. We talk about our reading, plus we also report on the evening we spent clearing out a very crowded closet. Listen in and follow along as we report from Los Olivos and Encinco, California. Resources & links related to this episode: Read 25 in '25 Elizabeth'…
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Sometimes, to be happier, we need to confront one enormous, daunting goal that we would really prefer to avoid. We discuss what those kinds of intimidating goals might be, offer suggestions for how to approach them, and share many encouraging examples from listeners. Resources & links related to this episode: Are you a marathoner or a sprinter, in …
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Sometimes life achieves the formal perfection of art, or a moment can seem so transcendent that only art can allow us to express what we feel. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript fo…
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Jesus confirms the astounding absolute commitment He requires of His disciples. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Fortitude from the Holy Spirit so he can be prepared to sacrifice for Jesus Christ and by seeking the Gift of Counsel from the Spirit so he can receive the Spirit’s help in the battle against vice and sin. …
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Clear the Decks! We revisit one of our most popular episodes to help you prepare for the return to routine after summer—or anytime you’re gearing up for a change. Resources & links related to this episode: Sign up for the "5 Things Making Me Happy" newsletter. Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gret…
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We explore the power of creating a "love list" to help us stay connected with the people who matter most. We share a clever way for getting someone’s honest opinions, plus, we dive into listeners' most practical back-to-school tips. Resources & links related to this episode: Order my new book Secrets of Adulthood Request a signed bookplate here Eli…
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We are happy to announce that the podcast is back! To break our long hiatus, we’re excited to share with you this beautiful podcast with our friends Thomas and Tess. Tess is a home-birth midwife and Thomas runs Heart of Men, a group council with the aim of reorienting men internally and externally and helping heal the wounded masculine in the cultu…
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A touch of levity can help us navigate awkward or painful situations by making it easier for people to hear difficult things—as illustrated by a funny moment from the popular TV show Friends. Resources & links related to this episode: The One Where Monica and Richard Are Friends Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to le…
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Jesus calls men to be humble and offer charity to the poor. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Humility so he can think less of himself and more of God and by pursuing the Virtue of Generosity so he can be anonymous in his generosity to others. Go to EveryCatholicMan.com to grow further in holiness and happiness. See…
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In this Roundtable discussion, we explore the role of romance in fiction and real life. Author and political leader Stacey Abrams explains how she weaves it into her suspense novels by focusing on authentic human connection, while therapist Lori Gottlieb brings her perspective on love off the page. Together, we look at how romance is imagined, expe…
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We explore how we can signal dedication to an aim by putting our money where our mouth is—though it’s important to note that merely spending money isn’t enough. We also share listeners' delightfully surprising answers about what they do for fun. Plus we tackle a fascinating Rebel dilemma: having a spirit of resistance against something she actually…
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Super-star musician Taylor Swift has three categories of imaginary pens that she uses to write her songs. Having the right tools helps to make work a joy—and in Taylor Swift’s case, even imaginary tools help to make work a joy. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more …
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Jesus warns of great difficulty of being received into Heaven through the Narrow Door. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Counsel from the Holy Spirit so he can always strive to enter through the Narrow Gate and by building the Virtue of Diligence so he can keep a mindset of continual spiritual conversion in Christ. Go …
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From Dan Harris’s podcast, 10% Happier—a conversation about how to remember and use what truly makes us happier. We talk about why it’s so easy to forget helpful ideas, what to notice when you’re hiding something, and a simple habit that can strengthen your relationships. Resources & links related to this episode: Dan and I talk Secrets of Adulthoo…
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We discuss why we should beware of the impulse to disengage when we feel lonely, purposeless, or overwhelmed by bad news. We also share listener responses about creative themed-retreat ideas, such as a heal-the-heartache getaway. Plus we discuss an interesting know-yourself-better question. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to episo…
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Creating an orderly environment can be surprisingly energizing and mood-boosting. And while an empty shelf holds invitation and promise, so does a junk drawer. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Pro…
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