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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 and I’m excited about sharing stories with you from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Celebrating the Spirit of America, our way of participating in the 250th birthday of the U.S. Our new book goes b... 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: Let Your Dreams and... more

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I’m excited about sharing stories with you from Chicken Soup for the Soul: Celebrating the Spirit of America, our way of participating in the 250th birthday of the U.S. Our new book goes b... more

Hey, it’s Amy Newmark with your Chicken Soup for the Soul and I want to share another couple of stories with you today from our new book about why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish. We’ve been talking about self-care all summer… because what better time than t... more

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Lori Hein
Storyteller featured in the episode
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Episode: A Country United After September 11th
Linda Wright
Author of We Are One, storyteller featured in the episode
Fortune 500 company (as described)
Episode: A Country United After September 11th
Kelly Miller
Granddaughter who shares a story about her grandmother Graham appearing in a dream
Episode: The Messages from Heaven that Can Appear in Your Dreams
Donna Chrysler
Storyteller whose late husband helps her make a major decision in a dream
Episode: The Messages from Heaven that Can Appear in Your Dreams
Vicki Fragasso
Storyteller sharing about her dog Moby
Private individual
Episode: What Has the Dog Done Now?
Donna Roberts
Storyteller sharing about pets and Christmas tree mayhem
Private individual
Episode: What Has the Dog Done Now?
Vera-Marie Landi
Story contributor featured in the episode
Chicken Soup for the Soul storytellers
Episode: Sometimes You Just Have to Laugh
Dorianne Webber
Regular writer contributing a humorous story
Chicken Soup for the Soul
Episode: Sometimes You Just Have to Laugh
Susan Jakubowski
Storyteller (first home repair story)
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Episode: Home Repairs – You Can’t Make This Stuff Up

Host

Amy Newmark
Editor-in-Chief; Host of Chicken Soup for the Soul podcast; longtime publisher and promoter of the series

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 380 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Moviepet
    United States3 months 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 Statesa year 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

    Apple Podcasts
    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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Many reviews highlight the positive impact, warmth, and motivational tone, making it a reliable daily or weekly mood booster.
Listeners commonly describe the show as uplifting and comforting, with short, easily digestible stories that fit into busy mornings.
Fans appreciate the relatable family focus and the way stories feel like personal conversations with a friend.
A minority voice raises concerns about host integrity and past business controversy, which some listeners amplify.

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#212
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Talking Points

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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?

Two to-be-hearted, short-form episodes center on personal stories that aim to uplift, inspire, and connect with everyday life. Narratives frequently come from readers and guests connected to a long-running, family-focused book series, weaving humor, resilience, and heartwarming anecdotes with light editorial framing and periodic sponsor reads. The format often mixes intimate tales—ranging from grandmotherly memories to parenting moments and ordinary acts of kindness—with practical takeaways for listeners seeking comfort, motivation, and a feel-good start to the day. A notable strength is its consistent emphasis on positive, shareable storytelling that suits listeners seeking quick inspiration or mood-boosting content, sometimes complemented... more

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