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Hope Is A Muscle with Mary Chapin Carpenter

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Hope Is A Muscle is a series of conversations between songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter and others on the topic of how to find hope in difficult times.

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In this deeply moving episode, Mary Chapin Carpenter converses with Congressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland about his journey through significant personal and national hardships, including the tragic loss of his son Tommy and the tumultuous January 6th ... more

In this episode host Mary Chapin Carpenter engages in a heartfelt discussion with John Darnielle, the multifaceted novelist and musician behind The Mountain Goats, about maintaining hope amidst adversity and the significance of creativity and service... more

In this episode host Mary Chapin Carpenter converses with Adriene Mishler, a renowned yoga teacher with a massive online following. They delve into the nuances of hope as a practice, the essence of yoga, and its role in centering the body and mind. A... more

In this episode of 'Hope Is A Muscle,' host Mary Chapin Carpenter sits down with the legendary Joan Baez for an intimate, personal, and inspiring conversation exploring Joan's career spanning six decades as a musician, activist, and advocate for soci... more

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Jamie Raskin
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Episode: Jamie Raskin: Hope and Democracy

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 273 ratings
  • I thought Ms. Carpenter’s questions were thoughtful and her incites so very fine. Keep it up Chapin!

    Audible
    5
    Sara HAYNES
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Interviewer with Fantastic Guests

    I’ve been a fan of her intelligent, deeply moving music for years, so it does not surprise me in the least that Mary Chapin Carpenter has shared her talent for observing the human condition with podcast listeners. The show’s focus - hope - only makes me admire her more, given the times we are living in. Her questions are specific and smart and she actually listens to what is being said with no apparent agenda except to find inspiration herself in the person on the other side of the table. This p... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silver Lake Tim
    United Statesa year ago
  • It’s the way she speaks

    There is a cadence to MCC’s speech, and a depth to her questions, that indicate a level of presence that I crave in this world.

    Thank you for this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SnoopR2
    United Statesa year ago
  • I could listen for hours!

    Such wonderful, thought provoking conversation between two of my all time favorite artists. Excellent timing on the release as I think we may all be having to dig a little deeper to find hope these days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TXMaggie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hope for Hard Times

    Thank you, Chapin, for creating exactly what we all need most during the ramp-up to Election Day 2024—and beyond ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fit at any age
    United Statesa year ago

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Jamie Raskin: Hope and Democracy
Q: What or who is giving you hope right now?
I look to young people and past figures who faced great odds, reminding me of the strength needed to confront ongoing struggles like climate change.
Jamie Raskin: Hope and Democracy
Q: How did you hold on to hope during that dark period?
I realized that even in hopelessness, I was needed by others, and that motivated me to keep pushing forward.
Jamie Raskin: Hope and Democracy
Q: How did you prepare yourself for that writing process?
I decided to record every detail of my son Tommy's life, and what happened during January 6th, using the writing process as a journey through dark memories and pain.
Adriene Mishler: Embracing Imperfection and the Power of Yoga
Q: How do you keep that muscle in good working order?
Adriene emphasizes the importance of yoga practice and the idea of practicing hope in everyday life, noting it as a tool for healing and connection.
Adriene Mishler: Embracing Imperfection and the Power of Yoga
Q: When you felt not so hopeful in the last few years, what did you do?
Adriene shared that she leaned into service, which was taught to her by her parents, but also recognized a sense of hiding at times when she felt lost.

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