
“It’s Going To Be OK” is a hard thing to believe given the state of, oh, everything. Many things are, in fact, not going to be okay at all. But on the advice of a wise therapist, we’re on a quest to find one okay thing about every day. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us — or our guests — feel like it might not all be so bad ... even if some ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 453 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSelf-ImprovementEducationSociety & Culture | |||

On today’s episode of IGTBO, Charley Burlock – one of our favorite guests from our sister show, Thanks for Asking – joins Nora and is locked, loaded, and ready to make your day more OK. The universe itself blessed this episode with the Shark vacuum (... more
Nora talks with author Catherine Newman about the small things that make life feel okay—from quitting drinking and finding new rituals to parenting, loneliness, and the magic of shared meals and "night cereal."
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Here on IGTBO, we're not about toxic positivity -- we're about finding things that are good even when the world is dark. Today's guest, Sharon McMahon -- a fellow tall woman -- brought her OK things, including geese, being in a goose-forward househol... more
This week on It's Going To Be OK: a 13-year-old boy tries to convince his mother that he should be allowed to have a Baja Blast at 7pm on a school night, sings the praises of Wetzel's Pretzels and asks whether or not he can become CEO of McDonald's i... more
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It sounds like you’re a great mom and I already know you’re so much fun (I’ve “known [of]” you for ~10 yrs!) I loved hearing Ralph’s voice. Thank you for sharing him. Ralph seems cool, compassionate, smart and in tune with the world and his family principles and humor.
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First you, Nora & co., got me thru so much grief, then the height of the pandemic, and now you are here, getting me, and so many others, thru everyday life. Love❣️Love❣️Love❣️
This show has gotten me through a difficult period in my career, and for that I am grateful. It brought me back to seeing the small joy moments in the every day. Listening to Nora is like a phone call with my best friend. I start every morning commute with the newest episode, and I have abandonment issues so please stick around!
First you, Nora & co., got me thru so much grief, then the height of the pandemic, and now you are here, getting me, and so many others, thru everyday life.
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I love Nora! I believe everything she does will be a success because it is all about feelings and emotions. This latest podcast is short and sweet and nice and the best, again, like everything she does! I am thankful for you!
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A short-form, uplifting show that highlights one small but meaningful moment each day to help listeners start mornings with optimism. Guests share personal stories, crafts, or ideas that illuminate resilience, kindness, and connection amid life's chaos. The format blends intimate essays, conversations, and practical rituals, often exploring grief, friendship, and everyday hope in a warm, relatable voice. Notable strengths include a steady steady cadence, genuine empathy, and a focus on actionable feel-good moments that feel doable for busy listeners.
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Recent guests on It's Going To Be OK include:
1. Charley Burlock
2. Catherine Newman
3. Sharon McMahon
4. Ralph Purwort
5. Kelly Corrigan
6. Elise Loehnen
7. Alexa Philippou
8. Raquel Franco
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