
Happy To Be Here is a new interview podcast for the recovering perfectionist and the perpetually curious, full of conversations that make you feel right at home and allow you to learn a little bit about almost anything.
Host Greta Johnsen (formerly of Nerdette) invites you to meet journalists, chefs, authors, and all kinds of excellent humans who will delight and inspire you. Packed with recomme... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 677 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureTechnology | |||

As part of a monthlong series about doing less, host Greta Johnsen talks to a theater director and an author about attention, achievement, effort, and ease.
First, Greta speaks with Michaela Goldhaber, a Bay-Area playwright, director, and dramaturg... more
Host Greta Johnsen starts a month-long miniseries for the 87% club with an interview with author Veronica Roth. She’s written more than a dozen books, most notably the Divergent series.Her latest book is called Seek the Traitor’s Son (print | audio),... more
The July GRETAGRAM book club selection is Paige Lewis' Canon, a nonbinary hero's journey that has all the elements of an epic: Good Guys vs. Bad Guys, a fickle god, and, of course, a talking whale!
Host Greta Johnsen discusses the book with Molly Mc... more
Host Greta Johnsen talks with City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran and Margaret Willison, the newest member of the Culture Study newsletter and podcast team.
They play the extremely low-stakes game Burden or Delight with three of the biggest pop cu... more
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This podcast is like a warm hug from a friend. Greta has the best taste in everything—books, TV, recipes! Always uplifting, but never afraid of confronting difficult realities, this podcast always makes me feel less alone and leaves me thoughtful and inspired! Greta has really built a beautiful community that extends beyond the podcast too! Come join the fun!
I loved Nerdette and was so sad when it got cancelled. I’m thrilled that Greta was able to bring it back to life because we need this community more than ever right now.
Greta has interesting takes on life. I have often written down quotes from her because she can express what I am thinking about this modern life. Listen and enjoy!
It’s so good to hear from Greta Johnsen again! Her episode on the 87% Club resonated so strongly, I could listen to an entire series on that topic alone. But for now, it was a great reminder about how well Greta understands her audience.
So glad to have Greta back in my podcast feed. If you missed Nerdette (of course you did) come get your smart, delightful conversations at Happy to Be Here- positive and never Pollyanna 😍
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A warm, conversation-forward interview show that pairs a curious host with journalists, authors, chefs, and other thoughtful creators to explore books, culture, food, and everyday life. Episodes blend literary analysis, media criticism, and appetizing recommendations, often weaving personal stories with broader social conversations. Noteworthy is the host's ability to connect with a diverse slate of guests and to frame discussions around humanity, curiosity, and easygoing discovery, making it inviting for listeners who like thoughtful breakdowns plus tasty takeaways for reading, watching, and cooking. Expect a steady mix of literature-focused discussions, cultural critique, and lifestyle recommendations that feel both accessible and uplifti... more
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Recent guests on Happy To Be Here include:
1. Molly McGee
2. Jacoby Cochran
3. Sarah Wilson
4. Betty Buckley
5. Larry Brantley
6. Paige Lewis
7. Gwen Kirby
8. Julia Langbein
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