
A call-in show from author Nora McInerny that lets real people get real honest about how they're really doing. Operators(me) are standing by to take your calls.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 314 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsHealth & FitnessMental HealthSociety & Culture | |||

Finding the OK things in life when you are living through the Worst Case Scenario can feel borderline impossible. When you are facing down the horrible things, the idea of even trying to find one OK thing is probably laughable.
Elise Loehnen is star... more
It’s officially fall.
Okay, sure. It’s still pretty warm here in Arizona, BUT I DO NOT CARE. If the word “cozy” is mentioned, I’ll be there in my sweater with something warm to drink.
And what all of us need is a list of cozy books to read curled u... more
Parenting is terrifying. The moment your child comes into the world, you become painfully aware of all the dangers lurking around every corner. As parents, all we want is to keep them safe, wrapped up in our arms, warm and happy and never in pain.
B... more
Nora McInerny welcomes poet David Gate for a lively conversation about finding “okay” in the everyday. They talk about unexpected moments of connection, new hope in Alzheimer’s research, the joy of Costco, family life, and why politicians should be h... more
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This used to be my favorite podcast. Don’t love the change in format or name. Never did but hoped it would go back to being as good. 😌
This podcast is a place I can always come to feel less alone. I hear a part of myself in each episode. Thank you for creating this space and for the work you do<3
This episode was just what I needed today
Nora! I have loved you and your show for a very long time!! You are an amazing empath - able to draw people and their stories out in a vulnerable and real way. But your content has been going increasingly downhill - so much “up talking” with “authors” - “yeahhhhh that’s so interesting…. Omg…. Wow,
Me tooooo…” with absolutely zero substance. Amanda, writing on “spiraling”?! Ummm, you’re better than this Nora - she’s just literally twelve step meeting literature- one day at a time, the next right ... more
Enjoy listening to the mix of serious and light topics. Feels like hanging out with friends
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This show features candid, intimate conversations around real-life challenges, parenting, relationships, grief, recovery, creativity, and everyday resilience. Episodes blend personal storytelling with practical takeaways, humor, and a focus on processing tough topics with empathy. A standout characteristic is the host's ability to guide guests through deeply personal narratives while weaving in relatable, wellness-oriented insights, making the format feel like a compassionate conversation with occasional call-ins and curated guests across culture, health, and creativity.
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2. David Gate
3. Aaron Robinson
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