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The Tortoise with Brooke McAlary

Brooke McAlary

To strive is human, to saunter divine. Welcome to The Tortoise - a podcast that digs deep into the power of slow. Brooke McAlary (author of "Slow", "Care" and "Destination Simple") is joined by her husband Ben for a monthly deep dive into the realities of trying to live slow in a world that won't stop racing. On the third Thursday of every month, join Brooke and Ben for an unscripted, unedited, al... more

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Instead of the usual conversation between Brooke and Ben, today's episode is simply a reading of the final ever edition of The Tortoise newsletter. 

Take a listen, and please know that it has been an absolute pleasure to be heard by you over the ye... more

A more accurate title for this episode might have been: The Myth of Work-Life Balance, because both Ben and Brooke think it’s fundamentally BS, but that was too long a title, so Balance it is.

In this episode, they look at the idea of balance throu... more

In this month's episode, Brooke and Ben dig into the topic of body image. How do we see ourselves in the world? How does that inform our choices and beliefs? What inputs have the most impact on our self-image? 

What began as a conversation about "h... more

Pleasure. Just the word brings a little shiver to the spine, doesn't it?

Defined as “a feeling or experience that involves enjoyment or satisfaction,” in today’s episode, Brooke and Ben dig a little deeper into what pleasure is in real terms, what ... more

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • One of the best podcasts I’ve ever listened to. Thank you so much from Germany!

    I only came across this podcast once it had ended. But I keep relistening to these episodes again and again. Your way of thinking resonates with me so much. I admire the emotional intelligence you both have, and how respectful you both seem to be with each other. You both seem to be so gentle, loving, and supportive of each other in your relationship which is wonderful to witness. I also have to address that I’m amazed at Ben’s emotional intelligence. I feel so bad for having to specifically po... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TransatlanticChallenge
    Germany9 months ago
  • Thank you and good luck

    Brooke,

    Your thoughtful and compassionate approach to life (and living) has helped me in so many ways. I found your pod in 2017 when I was so so depressed about the state of the world. Your words helped me to see some light, helped me to find agency, and helped me to feel so much less alone in my struggle. You should feel so proud of what you’ve achieved with this body of work.

    From the bottom of my heart, thank you for all these years. I wish only the best for you, Ben, and your kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sluggerty
    Australiaa year ago
  • I love this show

    I love this show so much I wish apple would let me follow it. If it wasn’t for Brooke’s email reminders I’d be in trouble. This is my all time favorite podcast but apple doesn’t care, every time a new show airs sure enough I look and it has been removed from shows I follow. Apple please fix this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tarynshultz
    United States2 years ago
  • So engaging and inspiring!

    I love the conversations of Brook and Ben. They are so thoughtful, humorous and gentle and always leave me feeling better about my life and the world. I just wish they came out more often! Ben and Brook, thank you so much for this wonderful contribution. ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Otis-goes-running!
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The most relaxing & uplifting podcast

    Your conversations make me smile, I love tucking in with a warm cup of tea and listening to your podcasts every week. They relax and revive me and get me excited to start the day. Also, I used to live in Sydney, Australia , still call it home, I’m currently living in Vancouver, British Columbia, so your conversations also make me feel quite nostalgic as well. I aspire to do what you do for my career in the future. It’s so lovely to be that beacon of hope that you are for me and I’m sure for many... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lav - The wanderluster
    Canada2 years ago

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