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Start your days with inspiration and motivation from the best of Chicken Soup for the Soul and editor-in-chief Amy Newmark. There's nothing like learning from the personal, revealing stories of other people. Amy shares her favorite stories and the wisdom, advice, and easy-to-implement tips that thousands of people have shared in more than 30 years of Chicken Soup for the Soul books. New episodes t... more

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Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul. I’m continuing to share stories with you from our new book Chicken Soup for the Soul: Self-Care Isn’t Selfish. We all know that we need it, and that self-care is super important, but somehow ... more

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I’m pleased to add another element to our podcast – excerpts from our new audiobooks. We have a lot of audiobooks out there, and a lot more coming, and I thought you’d enjoy hearing some o... more

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul, and it’s Wow Wednesday, which is when I find awe-inspiring or surprising stories to share with you. Today I’ve got a couple of cool stories from Chicken Soup for the Soul: I Can’t Stop Laughi... more

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and today we’re talking about when husbands go shopping. Need I say more? These stories are from our new book, Chicken Soup for the Soul: I Can’t Stop Laughing. This book is a true gift – one ... more

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Recent Guests

Laurel Shannon
Storyteller introducing Grandma on the Lam
None stated
Episode: When Grandma Goes Rogue
Dave Bachman
Storyteller introducing pie-eating contest grandma story
None stated
Episode: When Grandma Goes Rogue
Holly Green
Author featured in Being Grandma, described as a more evolved grandma who uses bathroom humor for educational purposes
Chicken Soup for the Soul (story contributor)
Episode: When Grandma Dives Right in with the Bathroom Humor
Nancy Geiger
Story contributor who shares about her mother
Chicken Soup for the Soul
Episode: WOW WEDNESDAY – When Grandmas Wow Their Families with Unexpected Gifts
Crescent Lamonaco
Editor and daughter-in-law of Barbara Lamonaco; wrote a story in the episode
Chicken Soup for the Soul
Episode: Navigating that New Grandmother / New Mother Minefield
Rachel Wolf
Author of a story in this episode about becoming a young grandmother
Episode: Navigating that New Grandmother / New Mother Minefield
John Elliott
Author of the Palm Tree story excerpted in the episode
Episode: Two Stories about Amazing Miracles from Our New Audiobook about Hope, Faith & Miracles
Cheryl Windbolt
Author of The Garden Visitor story excerpted in the episode
Episode: Two Stories about Amazing Miracles from Our New Audiobook about Hope, Faith & Miracles
Charalyn Hunt
Author featured in Chicken Soup for the Soul Being Grandma
Chicken Soup for the Soul
Episode: When Grandma Makes Shopping Meaningful

Host

Amy Newmark
Editor-in-Chief of Chicken Soup for the Soul and host of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Podcast, sharing personal stories and advice from the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 378 ratings
  • Waste of Time

    Amy Newmark and her husband Bill Rouhana are scam artists. They embezzled millions of dollars from their former company and its employees. Don’t waste your time listening to this woman and definitely do not give her any money.

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    Moviepet
    United States24 days ago
  • Uplifting

    I enjoy this podcast a lot. If you are looking for something to make you feel more relaxed, uplifted, or just something to hear other people’s experiences and learn from them, this is an amazing podcast for you. I enjoy listening to other peoples stories, so I love this podcast a lot. Even though the episodes are only 10 minutes, they are great for a quick listen before work, school, or maybe just a morning devotional.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ame cou
    United States10 months ago
  • CSS Sold it’s Soul to the Devil

    Can’t take “inspirational, faith based” advice from Amy Rouhana who just Ponzi schemed with her husband Bill. She took millions of dollars and ran CSSE into the ground, did not pay vendors, did not pay for the health insurances of employees while still making the deductions from their payroll. Then they bankrupt CH7 not paying employees for a month who incurred millions of dollars in medical bills cuz of the non payment of their insurance.

    They are anything BUT honorable and caring. The ONLY... more

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    1
    kouklamu
    United States2 years ago
  • I love ChickenSoup for the soul

    I love chicken soup for the soul it has helped me through a lot throughout my last few years it has been a stressful my parents got divorced and my grandma died in the same week it had helped so much thank you Amy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    this is the vary vary best
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspirational

    Unlike most of today's negative media, Amy shines a much needed spotlight on positive and uplifting stories - nourishment for your soul!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jthurber
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners find the stories uplifting and inspiring, often appreciating the short format for quick listening.
Many value the positivity and wisdom shared through personal anecdotes, while praising the relatability of the experiences presented.
Some reviews, however, express desires for longer episodes and variety in content topics.
Overall, the podcast is seen as a comforting resource that resonates deeply with its audience.

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Ellie Shefi's Amazing Story of Recovering from Abuse, Getting Her Law Degree, and Truly Thriving
Q: How did you decide to send in your story after all these years of knowing that we existed?
Ellie explained her long admiration for the series and her desire to share her own transformative experiences through the submission process.
Ellie Shefi's Amazing Story of Recovering from Abuse, Getting Her Law Degree, and Truly Thriving
Q: Can you tell us any specific example of how you used this shift to handle a certain issue and what positive thing came from it?
Ellie shared a moment during her recovery from cancer when she transformed a split-second pity party into a moment of empowerment, leading her to create a podcast.
Ellie Shefi's Amazing Story of Recovering from Abuse, Getting Her Law Degree, and Truly Thriving
Q: How did this all get started?
Ellie described her challenging childhood and how she experienced severe traumas that led to her current path of helping others.
Miracles and More from Chicken Soup for the Soul Writer Tess Clarkson
Q: Can you tell us about that story?
Tess shares a story about a missed FaceTime call from her dad after the death of her dog, which she interprets as a message from her father.
Miracles and More from Chicken Soup for the Soul Writer Tess Clarkson
Q: What exactly do you provide for your clients?
As a death doula, Tess focuses on the emotional, spiritual comfort needs of the dying and their loved ones, serving as a bridge to various support services.

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What is Chicken Soup for the Soul about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a collection of uplifting and heartwarming stories that serve to inspire and motivate listeners. Each episode features editor-in-chief Amy Newmark as she shares selected narratives from the popular Chicken Soup for the Soul books, often highlighting themes such as resilience, personal growth, and the power of connection. The stories are typically short and poignant, making them suitable for listeners seeking a quick dose of positivity and wisdom to start their day. Unique aspects include the emphasis on individual experiences, diverse topics ranging from family dynamics to animal companionship, and practical advice seamlessly woven within the personal tales.

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Recent guests on Chicken Soup for the Soul include:

1. Laurel Shannon
2. Dave Bachman
3. Holly Green
4. Nancy Geiger
5. Crescent Lamonaco
6. Rachel Wolf
7. John Elliott
8. Cheryl Windbolt

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