“When tragedy strikes we need to sit still and rock in place, wailing, keening, or crawl on our hands and knees gnashing our teeth the way native people yield absolutely…

There are times in life when the rhythm and pacing goes a little out of whack. Periods of overwhelm, uncertainty, and change. Times when the walls seemingly close in and…

When do you let your inner-crazy come out to play in the world? On your own? With a significant other? With certain friends or family members? Chances are there is…

Have you ever had that feeling, like some weight has been lifted from your shoulders? I’m sure most of us have. There’s that famous John Mulaney’s quote, “in terms of…

In a quiet room, alone, I dream big. Anything seems possible, and I have the confidence in myself to be able to do it. But then things get real…

A while back I had an email from my friend Emilie Wapnick asking if she could use me as an example in her forthcoming book. I was so excited to…

It’s the 200th episode of the podcast! What an achievement. It’s over five years since I changed the show from music based to “ideas”-based. And what a fun five years…