Creating Our Own Lives
On Being StudiosWe’re called to create a better world, but what about the more immediate task of creating our own lives? Inspired by a quote of Thomas Merton. Limited series (2016-2017) that explored running as a spiritual practice and humor as a tool for survival. Hosted by Lily Percy.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 27 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | ||||
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“My mom has a very dark sense of humor. I think that’s how I learned how to recycle pain.”
Hari Kondabolu is not your average stand-up comedian. He has a Masters in Human Rights and worked as an immigrants rights organizer — all of which you hear in... more
“I cannot tell you how many times laughter has connected me with all different kinds of people throughout the country, of all kinds of political persuasions.”
When politics and comedy mix they can become mean, sarcastic, and divisive. Reporter and N... more
“I don’t think that humor is evasive at all. It’s how we protect our hearts from just bleeding to death.”
Bestselling author Terry McMillan knows how to write funny yet complex female characters: Savannah in Waiting to Exhale, Stella in Stella’s Got... more
“Humor is always about ‘as if.’ And it just relaxes everybody. We’re going to laugh.”
Transparent creator Jill Soloway describes Amichai Lau-Lavie as “a God-optional, patriarchy-toppling, Jewish modern mind.” He uses humor to connect — to himself an... more
“What makes humor is pattern recognition. Finance is very helpful on that front because there are a lot of patterns that keep repeating themselves.”
Heidi N. Moore uses humor as a tool for understanding the world of finance. She tells stories about ... more
“Humor reminds me a lot of magic, in that there’s no way to quite replicate it. There’s a power to that”
The humor in Daniel José Older’s writing makes his characters come alive. Whether in the playful banter of books like Shadowshaper, in his spiri... more
“Humor gives me release. Sometimes there’s just too much tension and you have to let it go. Laughter is such a great natural physical response to do that.”
Humor has been a tool for success for Alexis Wilkinson, and not just a tool for survival. She... more
“Humor establishes new ground for parents and kids to relate on that isn’t just parent-kid.”
For Maureen Craig, humor is central to how she understands and relates to her family. As a parent, a wife, a daughter, and a brand strategy executive, she b... more
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- The COOLest podcast
I really enjoy listening to this podcast whenever i’m feeling bad or just want a casual listen! It lifts my mood and is just wonderful :-)
Apple Podcasts5evangelineagape
Belgium5 years ago - Humor
The terry mcmillan pod was the first one I listened to and it was a breath of fresh air. Plus they sampled brandy Sittin’ Up in my Room at the end so what’s not to love!?
Apple Podcasts5e_la_34
United States6 years ago - Another winner from On Being Studios
Found this podcast earlier this year. Sorry to find that it stopped in 2017. Season 2 on humor was helpful.
Nice job Lily! Keep learning, doing and growing!
Apple Podcasts4Introvert IntrapreneurUnited States7 years ago - This is one of the good ones
I never write reviews and I wanted to rate, that should be enough for you to give this a listen
Apple Podcasts5kalemoonsUnited States9 years ago - Lovely!
A great follow-up to the first season, Looking forward to more! Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5CagehiltUnited States9 years ago - Filled my reading and listening list
C.O.O.L has delivered another unique and thought provoking season. I enjoy how the shows aren't so much about laughter or humor itself as the places where humor shows up and gives us a lift. I've always finished an episode with another book in my list or a new voice to read online. Keep up the good work!
Apple Podcasts5kfkcuriousityUnited States9 years ago - Big fan of the COOL podcast!
I heard the first season of this podcast and was pleasantly surprised to find this second season about humor. It is so perfect for these crazy times we're living in when humor is all we have to get through our day. I love the topics tackled and the ease with which Lily weaves humor while discussing personal issues during interviews. The guests are all wonderful and with such diverse backgrounds. Lily makes everyone feel comfortable by setting a great tone and is fantastic in this podcast. It alw... more
Apple Podcasts5mcv17United States9 years ago - Love and companionship
Listen to these and On Being often. I recommend to many folks and share specific episodes frequently. I have one request...episodes are short therefor the snippet used for the intro often plays shortly after. Initially I thought my podcast app was misfiring.
Apple Podcasts4Debbie H & KidsUnited States9 years ago - How did I not know Lily Percy has a podcast?!
I've been a long-time fan of Lily Percy and On Being. Lily is approachable, delighful, smart and funny. She's also great at making people sound natural and comfortable. I'm learning a lot from this show. Thank you, Lily and Team On Being! Can't wait to hear more.
Apple Podcasts5Bek.JUnited States9 years ago - COOL serves up more bite sized knowledge in S2
Insightful questions and interesting guests lead to genuine conversations worth listening to. I'm excited for even more seasons.
Apple Podcasts5roam_stUnited States9 years ago - beautiful
Such incredible interviewing and such interesting guests. Love this show!
Apple Podcasts5smoco1214United States9 years ago - Thank You
I really loved these little snippets. I've been listening to On Being and putting more thought into different parts of my life and one of those parts was exercise. I've always been told that running isn't the greatest form of exercise but its the only type of exercise I can get enjoyment out of and have been able to sustain. Listening to these episodes (especially Ashley's) has really put into words all of the things I like about running and made me want to take it up again :)
Apple Podcasts5Myheartishummingatune
Canada9 years ago - I wish there was more!
I listened to the longer version of this that was used for the weekly On Being podcast. It was wonderful. Then I listened to this. It appears to be the exact same content chopped up into 5 minute segments. Not really the way I prefer to consume my podcasts, plus there was nothing new here that I could tell. Is give it an A for content and a C- for presentation.
Apple Podcasts3Amyvt98United States10 years ago - I heart COOL.
Thanks for making this podcast! It's nice to have a short podcast in the sea of hour long episodes. Excellent variety too. Keep it up.
Apple Podcasts5Les TialUnited States10 years ago - Quick bursts of inspiration
I'm very happy to have found this podcast! I listen almost exclusively to the On Being show, but COOL gives me shorter, more easily digestible bursts of inspiration and wonderful people to "connect" with. Good job, Lily and team!
Apple Podcasts5nicolemaqUnited States10 years ago
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