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I Like That Story is a podcast featuring stories that offer insight, education, entertainment and inspiration from professional speaker, author and lecturer, Jeff Gould.

Jeff Gould


    • May 19, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 7m AVG DURATION
    • 355 EPISODES

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    The I Like That Story podcast has been a game-changer for me. Monday mornings used to be a difficult time, but now I look forward to starting off my week by listening to Jeff's insightful and calming voice. He has a way of reminding us what is truly important in life, and his stories never fail to touch me deeply in some way. Whether it's retelling some of my favorite stories or sharing new ones, each episode makes my heart swell with emotion. The best part is that these stories only take a few minutes to listen to, making it easy to incorporate into my daily routine while doing chores or making coffee.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Jeff's ability to speak directly to his listeners' hearts. His wisdom and perspective are unique and relatable, which allows his words to resonate with anyone and everyone. I always feel refreshed from the inside out after listening to an episode. Jeff clearly puts a lot of thought into his work, carefully choosing stories that have a profound impact on his audience. His storytelling skills are exceptional, creating an immersive experience that captivates from beginning to end.

    As for the worst aspects of this podcast, it's hard to find anything negative to say. One possible improvement could be more frequent episodes, as waiting for new content can sometimes feel like too long of a gap. However, this is a minor critique in comparison to the overall quality of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The I Like That Story podcast is a must-listen for those seeking inspiration and reflection. Jeff Gould has created something truly special with his ability to share meaningful stories that reset our thoughts and provide valuable insights into life. This podcast has become an essential part of my routine, and I cannot recommend it enough. Thank you, Jeff Gould, for being that calming and insightful voice in our topsy-turvy world.



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    Latest episodes from I Like That Story

    7-#19- When People Take Advantage of Your Loyalty

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 10:50


    It's hard to find Significance if others hold you back by using your loyalty against you! Strategies in dealing with these manipulators!

    7- #18- The Missing Ingredient to a Well-Run Race of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 9:38


    If life is a race, why is it so many of us give up, slow down and turn in a mediocre life? Listen to this podcast and see if you can find the missing word. Enjoy.

    7- #17- Avoiding the Black Hole of Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 11:23


    All change is both exciting an scary- even Retirement! Some see it as a gaping Black Hole of dread that hampers them living out their best story. Some great tips in the episode to think about and share :) Enjoy!

    7-#16- What Does Significance Look Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 10:50


    A person who is living a Significant Life has certain tells. Listen to who has had Significance and who is finding it and what they have in common.

    7-#15 REGRET- Not what you do- What your DON'T do

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 11:16


    The most common emotion I see when I officiate at funerals is REGRET. Not usually for what was done- but for what WASN'T done. Listen to this episode- while there is still time ;)

    7- #14- The Dangers of Autopilot

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 10:37


    Stuck in a rut, asleep at the wheel, Autopilot- Take the Autopilot Test and see how you score!

    7-#13- What 600 Funerals Taught Me About Significance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 11:17


    You learn a lot from funerals- the wisdom from other peoples lives is fascinating but more important extremely valuable for those who seek Significance.

    7-#12- Are Success and Significance Related?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 12:58


    I talked to a retired Financial Planner about Success and Significance- the word he used may help you on your journey

    7-#11 Significance- not WHAT but HOW

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 8:52


    We think of Significance as big things- but it's really finding what you're made to do and doing that really well- a perfect fast-food story shared by Pastor Randy Anderson

    7-#10The Hard Part About Finding Significance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 11:10


    The hard part about Finding Significance...is...YES. It's murky! SO I decided to track down a guy who specializes in murkiness to see what he had to say- some really good stuff!

    7-#9 The Woman Who Broke Free From Worry and How She Did It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 9:42


    How can you enjoy life if you constantly worry about the others you are responsible for? This is the last episode in the Case Study of Sara- It has a great ending!

    7-#8 The Woman Who Wanted Significance but Thought it Would Be Too Selfish

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 8:50


    People who are natural caring people have a hard time accepting that they deserve the same treatment they give others. How Sara continues on her path to finding Significance

    7-#7- What if You Wasted Your True Talents at Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 7:13


    Sara was good at her job...but she wonders if she would have had more satisfaction doing something else. This episode gives her hope and Clarity for her journey

    7-#6 What You Can Learn From the Woman Who Hated Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 10:59


    No kidding- for one whole year, she did what she loved- and HATED it!! Why?! Listen and learn as you plan your next stage of life.

    7-#5 What is Stopping Your Dreams and Goals and What to Do About It

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 10:07


    We Wrap Up the Case Study of Pat- a man trapped by burnout but set free by a surprising discovery of what he was secretly afraid of. Comment/share and rate if you would be so kind :)

    7-#4A- What will your next 5 years be like? How to Know and Plan for Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 8:19


    Well someday- you will retire! Some do it well- some crash and burn. We continue Pat's Case Study to see what we can learn and apply to our own future :) (FYI- to synch up with my Youtube and other platforms we have 2 episode 4's -different content- same number)

    7- #4 Finding Clarity When You're Burned Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 10:58


    In this episode, we continue Pat's story. A man who is full of indecision, pressure, worry and anxiety about his future, but is too burned out to see what his first steps should be. What we say to Pat, maybe beneficial to you if you're in the same situation.

    7-#3 Burned Out and Nowhere to Go

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 10:07


    A good retirement like everything requires planning. But what if you're so burned out at your job you can't even see a way forward --and the decisions only cause anxiety? Today's episode follows a man named Pat who is in the exact same boat.

    7-#2 Beginning at the Beginning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 5:29


    This season, we will focus on seeking and finding Purpose and Significance in retirement. Those who are still working-tired and burned out, but still are a little afraid of what they will do in retirement are looking for a path forward. And we do that by Beginning at the Beginning..

    7-#1 Finding Significance in the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 5:29


    If you are burned out, struggling for purpose and confused about where to start, then this is the podcast for you! Join us on a journey to the best year ever! Share this out to people looking for significance in the next stage of their lives.

    S6-53 A Christmas Season Ending Story about Money in the Time of Charles Dickens

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 5:24


    We like to talk about Christmas Past- but believe me, the money we use these days is a lot better ;) Listen and see for yourself

    S6- 52 - A Christmas Story About Lights

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 5:01


    The qualities of light make it a perfect metaphor for the season - Merry Christmas!

    S6- 51 A Christmas Story- The 2 Most Powerful Words in History

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 5:49


    I guess it's up for debate- I'll let you listen and decide on the power of these two words :)

    S6- 50 A Christmas Fable- The Magic Purse

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 9:41


    If you're wondering how to have a Merry Christmas- listen to this story and share it with your friends and family- it really works!

    S6- 49 Christmas Story- Sid Weinkauf, my 5-minute Friend

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 6:30


    Never forget the power of a simple conversation! A story to remember this Christmas Season

    S6-48 A Christmas Story- "The Trackless Snow"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 5:34


    The winds of war blow into the life of a high school boy but cannot extinguish his hope

    S6-47 A Christmas Story- "Garbage Christmas"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 9:29


    Life is HARD. A story about the power of a Story and of Christmas.

    S6-46 Christmas Story- A Classic by O Henry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 12:26


    This Christmas Classic has been edited (a titch) to fit the modern ear and the spoken word- but like all classics, it's stands the test of time :)

    S6-45 Christmas Story- I Can't Wait

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 9:09


    A number of people are searching for a good Christmas story- here's a good about the power of anticipation

    S6-44 A Christmas Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 6:51


    I'm testing to see how many people search for "Christmas Story" in podcasts this time of year. Probably a lot! So expect that bland title until the end of the year- this one is about a 15-year-old girl, a ping-pong table and an empty tank of gas- enjoy and share and enjoy this Holiday Season :)

    S6- 43 Living a Longer Better Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 8:10


    Longevity- yes- QUALITY better! How to have a little more of both involves a counterintuitive strategy that really works

    S6- 42 Finding Your Best Possible Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 11:35


    Absolutely everyone can have the best possible career- here's how to find it!

    S6- 41 How to Run Your Best Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 9:27


    Running your best race- includes a strategy that is very counterintuitive- and for that reason- worth a listen!

    S6- 40 How to Make Tough Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 12:35


    People HATE making decisions- too hard! Here are a few tips from tree surgeons (of all people!) to help. A good episode to DECIDE to comment like and share ;)

    S6-39 Competing Well

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 9:35


    How to live your dreams without being consumed in the process! A good episode to rate and share

    S6-38 When Should You Quit? The Difference Between Determination and Stubbornness

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 11:07


    S6-37 More Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 10:22


    4 Simple Strategies for being happier- and yes- they work!

    S6-36 My Future Predictions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 10:09


    Hold IT!! Make no investments, purchases or plans until you put on your Future Hat! An exercise for coping with the acceleration of Change. Rate, comment, share to the ones that are in your thinking group.

    S6-35 How to Find Honor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 10:06


    When we are not respected, we can then lose self-respect, which a problem for older people in our culture. If you know an older person who needs a little self-respect- here's a novel idea to share with someone you know

    S6-34 Who is Lying to You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 13:16


    ...The short answer is...lots of people ;)! This episode talks about the rabbit hole, gullibility and how to live courageously in a world filled with liars.

    S6- 33 How to ACTUALLY Find Your Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 11:02


    How to move from "Having a Job" to "Having a Purpose" is based on paying careful attention to how you are compensated- TRUE. Share this episode with a person you care about :)

    S6-32 How to Really Win

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 7:48


    Winning is important- but it's more important to understand who is defining the term "winning"

    S6-31 What is Worse Than Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 7:36


    Work. It is a 4-letter word. But those who remember childhood know there is something much worse ;)

    S6- What are You Going to DO About It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 8:34


    Criticism is fun, easy and a waste of your abilities. A lesson from Teddy Roosevelt

    S6-29 Where Are You Going?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 7:06


    S6-28- The Best Way to Make Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 11:40


    Not wishful thinking! A proven way to get the wisest course of action when making decisions! AND chances are, you already belong to it!

    S6-27 Finding Contentment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 9:45


    What is the point of success if there is no contentment in it? If success does not lead to Contentment, what does? A podcast to rate and share

    S6-26 Revisiting a 235-year-old Miracle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 13:32


    When something withstands the storms of change for 235 YEARS- it's time to take notice and call it what it is- a Miracle. If you've never heard the story- take a listen, comment and share :)

    S6- 25 Truth Lies and Baby Aspirin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 9:20


    There was a trusted brand name of Baby Aspirin- before they said to NEVER give aspirin to babies- and now they are telling me I am- am not-AM- AM NOT supposed to take a baby aspirin as an adult. A podcast for navigating the slippery path of truth ;)

    S6-24- Your Strength is Your Weakness and other Weird Phrases

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 6:26


    How can my weakness possibly be a strength? We get our answer from a weak, weak sports car :)

    S6- 23- Main Character Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 6:39


    A surprising podcast about an insignificant story that changed history- Enjoy!

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