Best Paul Ollinger Podcasts (2025)

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From Chaos to Cambridge - Rob Henderson 55:31

19m ago55:31

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He was drinking by age five, shuffled through ten foster homes, and emotionally shut down by the time most kids are starting kindergarten — yet Rob Henderson clawed his way from chaos to Cambridge. In this powerful episode, Rob, author of Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class, shares his incredible journey from trauma and addi…

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Avoiding 3 High-Achieving Career Retirement Mistakes 30:59

3h ago30:59

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Exploring how to transition from an achievement-based career to a fulfilling retirement lifestyle with author Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons. I’ve worked with people from all walks of life, and I can confidently say that every retirement has its own unique challenges. My guest on this week’s episode of Retirement Revealed, Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons, wro…

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Roeland Van Wijk: Light in Shaping Life 1:41:40

2d ago1:41:40

1:41:40

Roeland Van Wijk, PhD, is a world leader in the field of biophotons. He has a background in biology and is specialised in physical science (biophysical chemistry). He was affiliated as Associate Professor in Molecular Cell Biology at the Utrecht University until his retirement. Roeland worked closely with many pioneers including Fritz Popp and Mae-…

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Mike Reiss: How The Simpsons Changed TV | Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 57:39

6d ago57:39

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The Simpsons writer and showrunner Mike Reiss shares behind-the-scenes secrets from 36+ years on the iconic animated series. From working with comedy legends like Sam Simon, Al Jean, and Conan O'Brien to writing for Johnny Carson and witnessing the wild beginnings of FOX, Mike recounts hilarious Hollywood stories and life lessons from his travels t…

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How to Retire On Time with Mike Decker 31:19

6d ago31:19

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Identify the uniqueness of your retirement situation and the variety of ways to build your retirement in a timely manner. Maybe you’re the kind of person who is always on time for everything, or maybe you fall in the “go with the flow” category. Regardless, no one wants to wake up one day ready to retire but unable to because the retirement plan wa…

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11 Ways to Grow Your Wealth in 2025 23:28

13d ago23:28

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Jeremy Keil explores Kiplinger magazine’s article “11 Ways to Grow Your Wealth” and how to apply these strategies to retirement planning. Whether you’re planning your retirement, already enjoying it, or helping your children get there, wealth-building principles don’t stop applying once you retire. In fact, they generally transform from growth prin…

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Laurie Woolever- Dark Side of Celebrity Chefs 45:07

13d ago45:07

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Former personal assistant to both Anthony Bourdain and Mario Batali, Laurie Woolever, opens up about the untold truths behind celebrity kitchens, toxic food culture, addiction, and what ultimately drove Bourdain to suicide. From Mario Batali’s manipulative power plays to Bourdain’s romantic obsessions and lifelong depression, Woolever shares the un…

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Bob Fosbury & Scott Zimmerman: How & Why Life is Solar Powered 2:19:01

14d ago2:19:01

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Scott is an optics engineer with over 35 years of experience in the industry and over 80 US patents. In the last decade, Scott has turned his attention to how light interacts with the body. This has led him to becoming an expert on the physiology of melatonin and how NIR/IR light propagates through living tissue. Bob is an astronomer and honorary p…

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How to Retire Intentionally: Leave Fear Behind | Zac Larson 31:47

19d ago31:47

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Learn how to build a retirement marked by intentional effort instead of fear with author Zac Larson. You know the phrase “life comes at you fast”? All too often retirees find out that this phrase applies all too well to the retirement lifestyle. My guest on this week’s “Retirement Revealed”, author Zac Larson explains the thought process behind his…

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E.A. Hanks - Famous Father, Troubled Mother 47:48

20d ago47:48

47:48

In this raw and revealing episode of Reasonably Happy, author and screenwriter E.A. Hanks opens up about growing up as the daughter of Tom Hanks, surviving a chaotic childhood with an abusive, mentally ill mother, and forging her own path in Hollywood. From hidden trauma and therapy breakthroughs to the price of fame and writing a memoir about fami…

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Comedian Joey Villagomez (Ep. 61) 41:27

27d ago41:27

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Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Joey VillagomezFollow joey at @Joeydaclown and on IG at @joeydaclown Sign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY Dry Bar special "Always a Groomsman" at @DryBarComedy and my latest special "…

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Jim Lampley- Boxing, Fame & Fallout | Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 1:11:20

27d ago1:11:20

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Legendary sportscaster Jim Lampley joins Paul Ollinger on "Reasonably Happy" to share unforgettable stories from his 40+ year broadcasting career, covering everything from Olympic Games and Super Bowls to boxing icons like Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson. Lampley reveals the behind-the-scenes drama of his rise at ABC Sports, recounts his emotional conn…

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Should You Stop Renting Your Vacation Home and BUY in 2025? 16:24

27d ago16:24

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Exploring the 4 major factors that need to be considered when deciding whether to buy your vacation home in retirement or continue renting. The warm weather. The beachside views. Or perhaps a winter escape. Retirement opens the door for many people to make that vacation escape a fixture in their lives. However, once you’ve narrowed down the dream d…

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Jane Borden- Cults Like Us | Reasonably Happy 51:59

1M ago51:59

51:59

In this thought-provoking episode of Reasonably Happy, Paul Ollinger sits down with journalist and author Jane Borden to unpack her explosive new book Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America. Together, they explore how apocalyptic beliefs, religious extremism, and cult-like behaviors have shaped American identity—from Puritan roots to m…

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The 3 Biggest Retirement Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them 23:02

1M ago23:02

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How you can avoid the 3 biggest retirement mistakes and set yourself up for a secure and meaningful retirement. After helping hundreds of people transition into retirement, I’ve noticed a few common patterns—the same mistakes come up again and again. And unfortunately, they can lead to stress, financial instability, and a retirement that doesn’t qu…

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Comedian Paul Ollinger (Ep. 60) 41:37

1M ago41:37

41:37

Comedian Paul Farahvar interviews other comedians and night owls about being up late and being a creative.By Paul Farahvar

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Paul Héroux: Electromagnetic Energy as a Threat to Life 1:09:14

1M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Paul Héroux, PhD, is a physicist and toxicologist with particular interest in the biological effects of electromagnetic energy. He is an Associate Professor at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and also Medical Scientist in the Department of Surgery of the McGill University Health Center. Paul has spoken eloquently on the fallacies perpetuate…

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Life at Fox News w/ Jessica Tarlov | Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 52:16

1M ago52:16

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In this episode of Reasonably Happy, Paul Ollinger sits down with Fox News contributor and Raging Moderates co-host Jessica Tarlov for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, media bias, Israel, parenting, and the chaos of air travel. Jessica opens up about raising two young kids, finding peace in Jamaica, and holding her own as the lone Democrat …

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Retirement Starts Today! with Benjamin Brandt 19:53

1M ago19:53

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Author Benjamin Brandt explains how retirement planning starts with the practice during your working years in order to prepare for a successful retirement Remember when you graduated high school and you got all these books about planning for your future and advice pouring in from every direction? My guest on this week’s episode of “Retirement Revea…

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Comedian Ben Noble (Ep. 59) 43:25

1M ago43:25

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Comedian Ben Noble (Ep. 59) by Paul FarahvarBy Paul Farahvar

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Gábor Somlyai: Deuterium Depletion in Reducing Cancer Metastasis & Mortality 57:36

2M ago57:36

57:36

Gábor Somlyai, PhD is a Hungarian molecular biologist and world expert in the role of deuterium in cancer. He has published seminal work looking at the effects of various concentrations of this heavy isotope of hydrogen on growth and metastasis. Gábor’s company, HYD LLC. for Cancer Research and Drug Development, has been at the forefront of develop…

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Too Woke to Joke w/ Jeff Maurer | Reasonably Happy Podcast 1:01:04

2M ago1:01:04

1:01:04

In this episode of Reasonably Happy, comedian and writer Paul Ollinger sits down with former Last Week Tonight writer Jeff Maurer for a razor-sharp, no-holds-barred conversation on comedy, politics, and the state of liberal discourse. Maurer, now the voice behind the acclaimed Substack I Might Be Wrong, unpacks his journey from speechwriter to Emmy…

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2025’s Biggest Long-Term Care Health Insurance Update with Mike Smith 40:19

2M ago40:19

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Insurance expert Mike Smith breaks down how long-term care health insurance options have evolved in 2025 to provide a wider variety of coverage choices in retirement. The way we think about long-term care insurance has evolved–is your retirement health plan up to date? In this episode of the Retirement Revealed podcast, I sat down with Mike Smith, …

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From $0 to $100,000,000: How Anne Mahlum Built a Fitness Empire | Reasonably Happy 1:09:47

2M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

In this episode of Reasonably Happy, host Paul Ollinger sits down with Anne Mahlum, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of Solidcore, the Pilates chain she sold for $100 million. Anne shares her incredible journey from starting a nonprofit running club for the homeless to building a fitness empire with over 100 locations. She dives into overc…

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Leave the Middle Class Mindset | Derrick Kinney 32:53

2M ago32:53

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Author Derrick Kinney explains how to escape a middle class mindset and become a millionaire. For many, the idea of becoming a millionaire has felt like a dream instead of a goal. But what if the things that stand in your way have less to do about your life circumstances and more to do with your mindset? On this episode of Retirement Revealed, I sa…

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Andrew Marino: The Truth About a Life in Science 1:15:09

2M ago1:15:09

1:15:09

Andrew Marino, PhD, JD is a retired biophysicist and lawyer specialising in the biological effects of electromagnetic energy. Working closely with Dr. Robert Becker for much of his career, Marino has played a pivotal role in understating the impacts of non-native electromagnetic fields via stress response pathways in animals and humans. His work ha…

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Comedian Raanan Hershberg 47:04

2M ago47:04

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Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Raanan HershbergFollow Raanan on IG at @raanancomedy or on YT @RaananHershberg Check out his new podcast Your Favorite Movie SucksSee him live: punchline.live/raananSign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/…

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Bruce Vilanch: Hollywood Stories | Reasonably Happy 50:22

2M ago50:22

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🎭 Hollywood stories, comedy legends, and the pursuit of happiness! 🎭 In this episode of Reasonably Happy, host Paul Ollinger sits down with the legendary Bruce Vilanch—Emmy-winning writer, comedian, and one of the funniest minds behind Hollywood’s biggest events. Bruce spills the tea on outrageous celebrity encounters, wild award show moments, work…

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How to Retire and Be Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 26:39

2M ago26:39

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Author and stand-up comedian Paul Ollinger shares how seeking a reasonably happy retirement makes for a greater sense of satisfaction. From growing up in a Depression-era mindset to retiring early to becoming an author and full-time comedian, Paul Ollinger’s story is quite a journey. On this week’s episode of “Retirement Revealed,” Paul joins the s…

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Comedian Carter Dockerty (Ep. 57) 40:21

2M ago40:21

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Comedian Carter Dockerty joins jost Paul Farahvar to talk shopBy Paul Farahvar

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How to Teach Your Grandchildren About Money with Jamie Bosse 21:14

2M ago21:14

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Children’s book author and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Jamie Bosse explains how to teach your grandchildren about money.

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Gretchen Rubin: Happiness Hacks | Reasonably Happy 58:33

2M ago58:33

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Bestselling author Gretchen Rubin joins Reasonably Happy with host Paul Ollinger for a deep dive into happiness, self-improvement, and personal growth. They explore habit formation, the psychology of motivation, the power of self-awareness, and why enjoying the process matters more than the outcome. Gretchen shares insights from The Happiness Proje…

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How Middle-Income Retirees Are Winning at Retirement with Jean Chatzky 28:37

3M ago28:37

28:37

Jean Chatzky explores how retirement trends indicate that the middle class is winning at retirement and shares practical tips to prepare for retirement in 2025.

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Comedian Adam Mamawala (Ep. 56) 42:53

3M ago42:53

42:53

Comedian Adam Mamawala joins Paul Farahvar on Why Are You Awake PodcastBy Paul Farahvar

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Retirement Planning for Police and Fire with Kimberly Stratman 30:01

3M ago30:01

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Exploring the unique challenges and needs of first responders in retirement with retirement coach and former police lieutenant Kimberly Stratman.When we need them most, first responders rise to answer the call. But what is waiting for them on the other side of the finish line once their career is over? It's a unique challenge, and one that deserves…

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Comedian Nathan MacInTosh 43:17

3M ago43:17

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Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Nathan MacIntoshFollow Nathan on IG at @nathanmacintoshCheck out his new special on youtube "Down with Tech"Sign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY new special "Middlewestern, Middle Eas…

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Alistair Nunn: Bioelectricity, Biophotons & Quantum Biology 1:42:50

3M ago1:42:50

1:42:50

Alistair Nunn, PhD, is a British theoretician with a background in biochemistry, drug development and quantum biology. He is currently the director of science at the Guy Foundation where he contributes to work on bioenergetics, the thermodynamics of life and quantum effects in biological systems. His research interests focus on understanding inflam…

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Fire Up Your Marriage with Carolyn Sharp | Reasonably Happy 54:17

3M ago54:17

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"Love isn't enough." So says marriage expert Carolyn Sharp in her new book 'Fired Up: Four Secrets to Reigniting Intimacy and Joy in Your Relationship.' Paul talked with Carolyn (a college friend) this week and dove deep into the challenges of modern relationships, the importance of emotional connection, communication, and radical acceptance, and w…

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The Wisdom of Regret with Lori Emerick 31:27

3M ago31:27

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Learn how to turn regrets into motivation to build a better retirement with guest Lori Emerick of Aspen Group Consulting.

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Anthony Scaramucci: Success, Failure & the Paradox of Wealth | Reasonably Happy Podcast 35:16

3M ago35:16

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In this candid and insightful episode of Reasonably Happy, host Paul Ollinger sits down with Anthony Scaramucci—founder of SkyBridge Capital, former White House Communications Director, and author of From Wall Street to the White House and Back. Scaramucci shares unfiltered lessons on entrepreneurship, resilience, wealth, and personal growth, refle…

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Retirement Life After Public Service – Dream or Nightmare!?! 29:27

3M ago29:27

29:27

Learn how to find meaning and purpose in retirement after a life in public service with retired librarian and current retirement coach Susan Hawk Schneider.

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Comedian Sarah Perry (Ep. 54) 43:15

3M ago43:15

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Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Sarah PerryFollow Sarah on IG at @sperrycomedySign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY new special "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" on @HeliumComedyStudios Facebook: / paulfcomedyInstagram…

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The Hidden Risks and Rewards of Retirement with Karen Carr 24:13

3M ago24:13

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Discover the power of viewing retirement as a rebirth instead of an ending with retirement coach Karen Carr.

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Roger Seheult: The Rediscovery of Sunlight in Medicine 1:03:39

4M ago1:03:39

1:03:39

Roger Seheult, MD, is an American quadruple board certified medical doctor who resides in Loma Linda, California. He has board certifications in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine. Roger also runs the incredibly successful youtube channel, MedCram, where he provides unmatched medical education for free…

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Investing in 2025: Sensible Market Strategies with Joseph Hogue 30:46

4M ago30:46

30:46

Unlocking the power of relationships to enrich your retirement and reap the health & wealth benefits of social fitness with Susan Hogan.

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Comedian Andy Hendrickson (Ep. 53) 46:47

4M ago46:47

46:47

Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Andy HendricksonFollow Andy on IG at @andyhendricksonSign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY new special "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" on @HeliumComedyStudios…

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Comedian Brittany Brave (Ep. 52) 39:08

4M ago39:08

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Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Brittany BraveFollow Brittany on IG at @brittanybrave and on TikTok and YT at @brittanybravecomedy Sign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY new special "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" on …

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Comedian Matt Ruby | Reasonably Happy 56:53

4M ago56:53

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Join Paul as he sits with the very funny Matt Ruby and discuss performing on psychedelic mushrooms, being raised by a bohemian mom who ran around New York City with Alan Ginsberg and more! Links to all things Matt Ruby including his newsletter, specials and more: https://www.mattrubycomedy.com/ Get Paul Ollinger's book Here: "Reasonably Happy: Essa…

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Curing Retirement Loneliness: How to Stay Connected and Thrive 35:57

4M ago35:57

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Unlocking the power of relationships to enrich your retirement and reap the health & wealth benefits of social fitness with Susan Hogan.

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Comedian John Hickok (Ep. 51) 42:41

4M ago42:41

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Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian John HickokFollow John on IG at @hickok45 And his youtube channel with his dad @hickok45 Watch MY new special "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" on @HeliumComedyStudios Facebook: / paulfcomedyInstagram: / paulfarahvar…

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