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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los... more

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Stacey Abrams
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Lori Gottlieb
Psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone".
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Gretchen Rubin
Author, podcaster, and entrepreneur known for her work on happiness and habits.
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Episode: More Happier: Gretchen Joins the Podcast “10% Happier with Dan Harris”
Shannon Watts
Founder of Moms Demand Action and author of "Fired Up, How to Turn Your Spark Into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age."
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Dr. Becky Kennedy
Clinical psychologist and founder of Good Inside
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Host of Choice Words with Samantha Bee and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee
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Suzy Welch
Professor at NYU Stern, author of Becoming You, and podcast host
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Jay Shetty
Number one New York Times bestselling author, award-winning storyteller, and former monk
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Sarah Gellman
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Episode: Ep. 528: Improve Your Hedonic Forecasting, Hacks for Reading More, and Mystery Revealed (Name of New Dog)

Hosts

Gretchen Rubin
Host and a bestselling author, sharing practical insights about happiness and good habits.
Elizabeth Craft
Co-host and a TV writer, known for her lively exchanges and sisterly banter with Gretchen.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 18k ratings
  • Brings happiness down to earth

    This podcast is a light. The topics are designed with real people in mind and never fail to shift my thinking about what is possible for my happiness. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hannaheko
    United States21 days ago
  • Love this show!

    This podcast has become such a big part of my life over the past years. I’m a faithful listener every week. My sister, daughter, daughter-in-law, and I have a little chat group where we check in with each other regularly to discuss how to implement the great ideas on the show to bring even more happiness to our lives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BBT67
    United States25 days ago
  • First and Favorite

    This was the first podcast show I ever listened to years and years ago. It’s still a must-listen every single week!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fabulousin2019
    United States25 days ago
  • My Love List

    My first Love List was written in January 2025. January always marks a No Spend Month so a Love List of things that do not cost money began…. gratitude list, reading, gardening, watercoloring. Great episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M in Florida
    United Statesa month ago
  • MyWeekly Must Listen

    I have been listening to Happier from the beginning and I can confirm Gretchen and Elizabeth defiantly make me happier! I enjoy listening to their sisterly banter which is always upbeat and relatable. I appreciate that they stay away from current events and focus on ways to make our daily lives better on a personal level.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beckytwo
    United Statesa month ago

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Criticism has emerged regarding the increasing ad content, with requests for more integrity in sponsorship choices.
The banter between the hosts adds a lighthearted touch that makes the content enjoyable.
Listeners appreciate the practical and relatable advice, feeling it enhances their happiness in daily life.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#26
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#35
Canada/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#104
United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#142
Italy/Health & Fitness
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#30
Ukraine/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

More Happier: Talking Romance Writing with Stacey Abrams and Lori Gottlieb
Q: What do you think are some of the major misconceptions about romance that people have these days?
Many people think romance must involve grand gestures, whereas true romance often resides in small, thoughtful ones.
More Happier: Watercoloring, Novel-Writing & 80’s Bestsellers
Q: What is going on with your novel?
We are making some progress and have re-engaged with the novel, but need to focus more.
More Happier: Watercoloring, Novel-Writing & 80’s Bestsellers
Q: How is your watercoloring going?
I have not done it every single day, but I am trying to edge back into doing it again.
Ep. 542: Point to Your Ugliest Thing, Use Photos to Save Memories & Understand Obliger-Rebellion
Q: What can we learn from the listener's son's behavior?
It can be indicative of Obliger Rebellion, where expectations are met until a breaking point is reached.
Ep. 539: Don't Disparage What Matters, Funny Travel Trends & Handling Hurtful "Jokes"
Q: What can I say or do about my husband's habit of making me the brunt of his jokes?
You can talk to him calmly at a different time, expressing how his jokes bother you and asking if there's something deeper that needs to be addressed.

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The content focuses on practical advice for achieving happiness and personal growth, often drawing from the hosts' own experiences as well as listener stories. Key areas of discussion include overcoming obstacles to happiness, fostering positive relationships, and integrating effective habits into daily life. The dynamic between the hosts, a bestselling author and her TV writer sister, adds a relatable and humorous touch, making the advice not only actionable but also engaging. Listeners can expect a blend of thoughtful reflections, personal anecdotes, and lighthearted exchanges, making it a compelling choice for anyone interested in self-improvement and emotional well-being.

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Recent guests on Happier include:

1. Stacey Abrams
2. Lori Gottlieb
3. Gretchen Rubin
4. Shannon Watts
5. Dr. Becky Kennedy
6. Samantha Bee
7. Suzy Welch
8. Jay Shetty

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