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When I open my phone, it explodes in a cascade of fear, fury and furphies. That content does exactly what it is designed to do—leave me spinning in a tizz of powerlessness and desperation. Besides just turning my phone off, I think I have found something that makes that feeling less intense, and instead gives me the feeling that I am actually doing something that will make a difference. LINKS Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation with celebrated author George Saunders about his new novel, Vigil, and what fiction can teach us about empathy, self-awareness, and mortality. George Saunders is the bestselling, award-winning author of Lincoln in the Bardo, Tenth of December, and many other books. His new novel, Vigil, tells the story of a woman who died in 1976 and has spent the decades since comforting the dying—until she encounters a former oil executive responsible for early climate change denial. In this conversation, Dan and George talk about: Why George keeps writing about ghosts and the afterlife (hint: it's not just about mortality dread) The lavish empathy at the heart of Vigil—and whether we should extend that empathy even to people doing civilizational damage What George calls "warm metacognition"—the practice of dropping back out of your thought loops to examine what kind of goggles you're wearing How fiction can turn your mind into a "reconsideration machine" (and why that matters in real life) The difference between kindness and niceness George's relationship with death anxiety, which he's had since childhood and which has only intensified with age What George has learned about listening from teaching and hosting his Substack, Story Club Why the older he gets, the more important it is to stretch himself creatively His advice for dealing with stuckness (in writing and in life): curiosity over self-accusation George's new novel Vigil is out January 27th from Random House. Check out his Substack, Story Club, where he discusses classic short stories with an incredibly thoughtful community.   Related Episodes: George Saunders on "Holy Befuddlement" and How to Be Less of a "Turd"   Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel   To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris  

George Saunders is the author of thirteen books, including the novel Lincoln in the Bardo, which won the Booker Prize in 2017, and five collections of stories including Tenth of December, which was a finalist for the National Book Award, and the recent collection Liberation Day (selected by former President Obama has one of his ten favourite books of 2021). Three of Saunders' books - Pastoralia, Tenth of December, and Lincoln in the Bardo - were chosen for the New York Times' list of the 100 Best Books of the 21st Century. Saunders hosts the popular Story Club on Substack, which grew out of his book on the Russian short story, A Swim in a Pond in the Rain. In 2013, he was named one of the world's 100 Most Influential People by Time magazine. He teaches in the creative writing program at Syracuse University. On this episode of Little Atoms he talks to Neil Denny about his latest novel Vigil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The man, the music legend - Diesel (aka Mark Lizotte) is my guest the week as he prepares to tour the nation for his By Request tour. It's a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, addiction, community - even sleep hygiene - and why songs become emotional time machines. It's a conversation about music, ageing, purpose, and finding connection in a modern world that keeps pulling us apart. Heads up - if you'd like to skip straight to the Diesel chat, head to 16:07. LINKS Catch Diesel on tour - info and tix @ dieselmusic.com.au Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Get Osher's new book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is January 26th. If you’ve listened to the show for a while you’ll probably have an idea about where I view the significance of this day. If there’s one thing I wish for 2026, it’s that two things can be true at the same time. It is vitally important to celebrate a national identity, the story which binds us together as a community. The current day we’re celebrating this concept causes a great deal of pain to a significant number of people in our country. I’m not putting forward at all that we sholdn’t celebrate who we are as a nation, far from it - i think it’s incredibly important to be proud of who we are, what we’ve become and also to recognise where we’ve come from. We can do that in a way which unites us. The current way we’re going about it doesn’t really do the job. What kind of community do we want? A community divided along ideological lines so stark that we may as well be separate communities? Or a community united by values which we consider at the core of our national identity, and those ideological lines branch from there, as a way to put those values into action in our daily lives? For context, today we’re revisiting one of my favourite people in the world - the incredible Stan Grant. LINKS: Listen to the full interview with Stan from 2021 here Listen to my other chat with Stan from 2019 here Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's spooky story comes from brave Story Club members Hudson and Remi, who asked for a terrifying mystery about the legendary Bermuda Triangle. Two cousins and their uncle sail straight into one of the most mysterious places on Earth, where ships vanish, compasses spin, and the ocean keeps its darkest secrets. Perfect for young listeners who love spooky stories, mysterious legends, and gentle Halloween-style thrills.

Steven Pinker is a cognitive scientist, bestselling author, and one of the most influential thinkers of our time. His latest book unpacks the concept of 'common knowledge', and how it impacts our social, political, and economic lives. Steven argues that this invisible layer of shared understanding holds societies together. But it can also work in reverse by reinforcing inherent biases as more people silo themselves inside echo chambers. This is a fascinating conversation with a brilliant man, and you can see Steven live in Australia in February. LINKS Grab tickets to see Steven Pinker live in Australia Where to find Steven's latest book 'When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows ... Common Knowledge and the Science of Harmony, Hypocrisy and Outrage' Follow Steven on Instagram Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Get Osher's new book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we dive into the fascinating world of relationships, mental health, and neuroscience with neuropsychologist and author Dr. Hannah Korrel. Dr. Korrel specialises in understanding why our brains make us do the things we do, particularly in the context of relationships. Her book How to Break Up with Friends explores the complexities of friendship and how to navigate toxic relationships. LINKS: Listen to the full interview with Hannah from 2021 here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Emily Musgrove (yes, that Dr Emily from The Imperfects) is here to help us answer the big question: Are you moving toward the kind of life you want? If not, you might be feeling ‘stuck’. In this mental health masterclass, Dr Emily takes us through the things that keep us stuck—from our emotions to old stories—and shares simple ways and plenty of tips and tools from her new book, Unstuck: A Guide To Finding Your Way Forward To The Life You Want To Live. LINKS: Grab a copy of Dr Emily's book here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor George Paxinos, a leading global neuroscientist who has mapped more parts of the human brain than anyone in history. George’s groundbreaking work has reshaped our understanding of the brain and human behaviour.Today, we’ll focus on one of the most intriguing topics he explores: free will. Is free will an illusion? Are we truly in control of our decisions, or are we simply products of our genetics and environment? LINKS: Listen to the full interview with George from 2022 here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Billy Garvey is a senior developmental paediatrician with over 20 years’ experience and a PhD in supporting child development. He's also the founder of the social enterprise Guiding Growing Minds, author of the fantastic book Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Your Child's Mental Health, and host of the excellent Pop Culture Parenting podcast. He’s simply one of the absolute best communicators on parenting and mental health. Get comfy, as we delve into topics like cultural influences, practical tools to meaningfully connect with your kids, —you’ll want to hear every second of this one. LINKS: Find more about Dr Billy Garvey's amazing work here Check out Billy's Pop Culture Parenting podcast here Grab Billy's book Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Your Child's Mental Health here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Lee is one of Australia’s most unique and enduring artists. He's been in the public eye since he was just 14, after being discovered by the Beastie Boys. Ben's career has spanned decades, producing countless memorable songs and collaborations. Today we hear Ben’s reflections on creativity, his thoughts on changing perspectives, and the lessons he’s learned about connection and authenticity. LINKS: Listen to the full interview with Ben from 2021 here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica McGuire is a physiotherapist and an author who has spent a whole career focusing on the complex relationship between pain and the nervous system and emotional regulation. LINKS: More info on Jess can be found at jessicamaguire.com Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maria Konnikova, is a a psychologist, author, and professional poker player. Her work explores the intersection of psychology, decision-making, and human behavior, and she’s written bestselling books like The Confidence Game and The Biggest Bluff. Today we explore her thoughts on decision-making under pressure, the psychology of cons, and the importance of mindfulness in navigating life’s challenges. LINKS: Listen to the full interview with Maria from 2021 here Help with a gambling addiction can be found here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Kohler: presenter and national finance editor for 9News, author of the new book How They Get You: Sneaky Everyday Economics and Smart Ways to Hold on to Your Money, and son of financial journalist Alan Kohler, AM. He's a wonderful communicator and thinker who brings excellent insights into the cost of living crisis, Australia's changing economy, and what we all can be doing to save a bit of money. LINKS: Grab a copy of Chris' book here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Jenek, who you might know better as Courtney Act, is one of Australia’s most famous drag queens, a global icon, and an absolute legend. In this episode, we explored some deeply personal and thought-provoking topics, including gender fluidity and sexual fluidity. This conversation was recorded in 2014, in my apartment in Venice Beach California. Shane’s insights into identity and self-expression are as relevant today as they were then. LINKS: Listen to the full interview with Shane from 2014 here Watch Story Club on YouTube and grab tickets to Story Club's next show My books So What? Now What? and Back After The Break are available here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It seems like everywhere you turn these days, a gambling ad is popping up encouraging us to have a punt. But behind the bright ads and loud voiceovers, Australians are losing more than $30 million in legal gambling. According to this week's guest Kate Seselja, problem gambling is a public health crisis hiding in plain sight. And she should know - she spent more than a decade addicted to gambling, losing more than $500,000 along the way. Kate is now an advocate for gambling reform, and this week breaks down the shame she felt over her addiction, the tricks that the industry plays to hook you in and keep you playing, her proposed reforms and how you can get involved. More info on Kate's Hope Project Sign the #LossLimitsNotLostLives petition Help with a gambling addiction can be found here Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's new book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Osher reflects on a time when simply hearing Tony Abbot's voice sent waves of resentment through his body. But this week, something strange happened, and that's no longer the case. Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's new book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you go from being a kid, eye-level to a wok burner in your family's takeaway restaurant, to a go-to name for Chinese cuisine for millions of people around the world? What decisions and sacrifices do you need to make? And what lessons do you learn along the way? Vincent Lim (aka. Dimsimlim) lets us know, plus: The surprising reaction other restaurant owners have had to him sharing his kitchen secrets What growing up in a commercial kitchen taught him The tough decisions he's had to make as a restaurant owner The number 1 dish you should master to level up your cooking Find Vincent online @dimsimlim Check out his cookbook The Wolf of Wok Street For Osher's book So What, Now What? Story Club on Youtube and more, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The last five years have been a revolution in the way Em Rusciano sees herself, as double-whammy diagnoses of ADHD and autism illuminated a lifetime of masking and trying to meet neurotypical standards. But even amidst burnout and the grief for all her misunderstood prior versions, Em has gained wisdom and learning that is now seeing her rebuild and recognise herself like never before. In this conversation, Em and Osher discuss: Why her performance on the Masked Singer was so ironically therapeutic How her life, relationships and understanding has changed What we all should understand about neurodiversity, along with tips for navigating the world with a neurodivergent mind Hear plenty more of Em’s story in her new book Blood, Sweat and Glitter For full Story Club stories on Youtube, copies of So What, Now What? And more from Osher, head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are there parts of yourself, maybe long lost from your past or your childhood, that are waiting to be heard, to be honoured, to expand the person you think you are? This was certainly the case for Luke Bateman. In this episode, the ex-NRL player and Bachelor turned BookTok sensation, author and host of new podcast In the Good Books opens to Osher about: Why shame was so much a part of his life as a child Coming back from the dark depths of his gambling addiction and depression How he dealt with the controversy and social media blowback following news of his book deal Why inner work is essential to achieving any goal CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions of suicidal thoughts. For support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. For tickets to Story Club and for Osher's new book So What, Now What? head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Masterchef judge Melissa Leong, life has served far more than just delicious food. And as she tells Osher, whether it's been the choices she's made or the things she's had to deal with, it's often taken a lot of guts to get through. In this conversation, you'll hear: Why she chose to open up about the dark parts of her life in her new memoir The healthier new way Melissa is approaching relationships When 'blowing up your life' is the right call How taking a path to healing is a choice How she defeated self-doubt in becoming a judge of Masterchef And much more. Content Warning: this episode contains discussions of sexual assault. For support, please contact 1800respect Check out Melissa's memoir Guts For tickets to Story Club and Osher's new book So What, Now What? head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no surprise that our the experiences of our early lives form us: from our work ethic, to our worldview, even our approach to raising children. But what can be surprising, on reflection, is just how much our environment and shape those experiences themselves - as was the case for Sylvia Jeffreys when she first started her career in Brisbane. Search for Sylvia in the Better Than Yesterday feed for the full chat. Check out Sylvia's podcast 'The Pay Off' For tickets to Story Club, and for Osher's latest book So What, Now What? head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Without a doubt, Shelley Craft remains one of the most loved personalities on our TV screens - just as she has been for three decades. From Saturday Disney, to The Great Outdoors, Funniest Home Videos and the powerhouse that is The Block. How did she turn a work experience stint into a career?How did she deal with being in the public eye, and the many ups and downs of the industry?What are the practices and principles that keep her able to show up so authentically that we think we all know her? What we hear from Shelley aren't the usual success secrets: Instead, it's all about how she relates to herself, the work, and those around her. And it applies just as much to our every day lives as it does to being on telly. To hear more from Shelley, check out her podcast The Aging Project and The Official Block Podcast For tickets to Story Club, copies of So What, Now What? and to get in touch with Osher, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Osher's time at the recent SXSW resulted in a lot of new thoughts (and wonders and worries) around AI. He recounts them, along with reliving some of the best moments from his recent chat around AI with Dr Matt Agnew (find the full chat in the feed). For tickets to Story Club, Osher's new book So What, Now What? and more, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While sometimes it might seem the appeal of stoic philosophy is limited to only a certain group of people or a certain set of circumstances, Brigid Delaney (author of 'Reasons not to Worry' and 'Wellmania') is here to tell us how it can be for everyone, in every moment - and how it can benefit us collectively just as much as individually. In this conversation: The one simple step to begin stoic practice in your own life How to develop immunity to frustration, anger and even suffering The power of communicating through values Check out Brigid's new book The Seeker and the Sage For from more Osher, including tickets to Story Club and his new book So What, Now What? head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From ideas of belonging, to what's great in art, to funny feelings in the tummy and figuring out what they mean (eventually): this is why, for Osher, the Rocky Horror Picture Show was a real reva..... lation. to hear more true stories like this one, get tickets to Story Club (and more) hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're longing for a life of more freedom, more feeling and more fulfilment, the answer could sound like a very average rendition of your favourite song... Astrid Jorgensen (OAM) is a conductor, composer and the founder and director of Pub Choir - a special kind of show that, under Astrid's guidance, sees thousands of strangers singing together in perfect harmony, all in under an hour. In this conversation, Astrid and Osher cover: What we truly gain by relinquishing perfectionism The immense benefit of being connected to others Why artistic expression is for all of us And much more. Pub Choir shows are happening near you SOON! Check here for details For more from Osher, including tickets to Story Club and for his new book 'So What, Now What?' head here This conversation contains references to disordered eating - for information and support, visit butterfly.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaking from experience, Osher explains how getting real results requires taking small steps around your ego.For books, tickets to Story Club, to get in touch and for more from Osher, head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Rewind episode, we're revisiting our Story Club discussion of The Colors Within, where Nigel and Tazziii invite guest for a novel twist om the book club format.This episode features Film Scholar Rayna Denison, making her first appearance on the show, and returning guest Bish from GAL Podcasts. Together, they delve into explore this beautifully animated coming-of-age film that explores friendship, music and perception.We cover how this film takes a different approach to other music-centred stories like Blue Giant and Whiplash, with less focus on technical excellence and more on using music to bring outcast friends together. We explore the use of colour to represent emotions and perception, how religious themes thread meaningfully through the narrative, and debate whether leaving character motivations to the imagination helps or hurts the storytelling.Tune in to the mayamada Twitch channel each month for more Studio77 content: The Studio77 Report, Casual Conversations With Comic Creators and Games Night.Guest LinksConnect with Dr Rayna DenisonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rayna.denisonConnect with Bish & GAL PodcastsWebsite: https://www.getalifepodcast.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GALPodcastsInstagram: https://instagram.com/GALPodcastsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/getalifepodcast.com

Could it be that happiness isn't the product of success, but the other way around? According to happiness researcher and happiness coach Declan Edwards, that's exactly the case - and there are many simple and powerful things we can do today to approach a happier life directly. In this chat, Declan reveals: The truest definitions of happiness The most important skills we can practice to be happier every day How the benefits of being happier are even greater than you realise Find more from Declan in his podcast 'How to be Happy' and through B U Happiness College. For more from Osher, including links to both his books, tickets to Story Club and more, head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Or, how to spot when someone is building a bamboo control tower - Osher gives some thoughts about correlation, causation, the questions that challenge bad science, and the recent announcement in the US about the link between paracetamol and autism (which there isn't). For more from Osher, including info on his new book (and his less new book) plus tickets to Story Club and more, head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For two and a half years, journalist and author Casey Beros was the carer for her father as he passed away from cancer. In this chat, she not only tells Osher of her experience and how it changed her, but all the practical advice she wish someone had told her, including: important tips about navigating the healthcare system how to make sure carers can still care for themselves dealing with grief and finding meaning Find more on Casey's book Next Of Kin here To buy Osher's new book, or tickets to Story Club, or for more from Osher, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello again, Story Club members! Join Ivy, your ghostly host with the most and keeper of the strangest, spookiest tales on Earth. Today's chilling tale comes from a listener named Vivian in Austin, Texas, who loves urban legends. I've made her the star of today's eerie story about one of Alabama's most famous phantoms.

Brandon Jack set the bar high. As the son of legendary league figure Garry Jack and brother of Sydney Swans captain Keiren Jack, when Brandon himself began playing for the Swans, it was a position that was loaded with expectation and a pressure that didn't always pay off. After his career in sport ended, he was forced to forge a new identity, purpose, measure of success - and was left with a few stories to tell. Check out Brandon's new book Pissants. Check out Osher's new book So What, Now What? Already got it? Leave your review here For tickets to Story Club and more, head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a time of pre-pubescent revenge, to a time of cynicism, to actually the most wonderful time of the year, Osher tracks his history with Christmas, what saved it, and why it stands a testament to the different stages of his life. Recorded live from Story Club, December 2024. For more like this, get tickets to the next Story Club or check out the Substack. Click here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This a useful conversation, bush style. Tom Forrest (aka. Outback Tom) and his Grandad (aka. Grandad [or Steve]), famous for their viral campfire cooking videos, join Osher to discuss: How and why they got started cooking and making videos together Why, after living in both the city and the outback, Tom much prefers life in Kununurra How life in the outback shapes your relationships, sense of community and ability to figure things out Check out Tom and Grandad's cookbook: Gone Bush: Easy Campfire Recipes Check out Osher's new book: So What, Now What? Already got Osher's new book? Please, leave a review here (it helps a lot) For tickets to Story Club, the Story Club Substack, and more from Osher, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze interviews award-winning author-illustrator Corinna Luyken about her latest picture book, The Arguers. They discuss Luyken's decade-long journey developing this story about a royal kingdom where everyone argues, her evolution from a dark cautionary tale to finding hope through humor, and how she captures universal human nature through whimsical observations about the silly things we fight over and the deeper issues beneath them.Transcription: You can read the transcription on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Children's Book Review⁠⁠⁠ (coming soon)Highlights:Creative Persistence: How Luyken held onto The Arguers for 10 years, working through multiple endings to find the right balance of honesty and hopeArtistic Process: Her mixed-media printmaking techniques using foam rollers, acrylic washes, and charcoal pencils that sometimes "argue" with each otherColor Philosophy: How she uses controlled palettes to evoke specific emotions, focusing on greens and oranges for this royal fairy tale worldStory Evolution: Transforming from a never-ending argument concept to finding humor and humanity in our universal tendency to bickerWriting Craft Wisdom: Finding inspiration in George Saunders' Substack about focusing on line-level storytelling rather than grand visionsClassroom Connections: The enthusiastic response from students when given permission to talk about their own silly argumentsVisual Storytelling: How art guides story development, like discovering the unraveling bows during storm scenesNotable Quotes:"The people that we love the most are the people we argue with the most." —Corinna Luyken on family dynamics"Sometimes the silly argument is the sign that something else is actually really wrong. There is something out of balance." —Corinna Luyken on the deeper meaning behind surface conflicts"We are never going to stop arguing, all of us ever. And thinking that is gonna happen is futile." —Corinna Luyken on accepting human nature"It can be so refreshing and also soothing to feel like you're not alone and to have something called out for what it is." —Corinna Luyken on addressing uncomfortable subjects in picture booksBooks Mentioned:The Arguers by Corinna Luyken: Amazon or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ABC and You and Me by Corinna Luyken: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠In the Dark by Kate Hoefler, illustrated by Corinna Luyken: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Patchwork by Matt de la Peña, illustrated by Corinna Luyken: Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Bookshop.orgThe Book of Mistakes by Corinna Luyken: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Adrian Simcox Does Not Have a Horse by Marcy Campbell, illustrated by Corinna Luyken: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠The Very Persistent Gappers of Fripp by George Saunders, illustrated by Lane Smith: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Bookshop.orgA Swim in a Pond in the Rain by George Saunders: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠The Butter Battle Book by Dr. Seuss: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠About Corinna Luyken: Corinna Luyken is the author-illustrator of The Book of Mistakes (which The Wall Street Journal called "sublime"), My Heart (A New York Times Best Seller), and The Tree in Me (an NCTE Notable Poetry Book). She's also the illustrator of Patchwork (A New York Times Best Picture Book of 2022) by Matt de la Peña and several other acclaimed picture books. She studied dance improvisation, poetry, and printmaking at Middlebury College and now lives in Western Washington, near the Salish Sea, where she enjoys surfing, gardening, and reading with a cat (or two) on her lap.Connect and Follow:Learn more about Corinna Luyken⁠⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.corinnaluyken.com/⁠Follow George Saunders' Substack: ⁠⁠⁠"Story Club"⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Children's Book Review⁠⁠⁠ Credits:Host: Bianca SchulzeGuest: Corinna LuykenProducer: Bianca SchulzeSponsor: The Best Bunny: The Adventures of Lil Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny

To hear more stories just like this, check out Story Club live and on the substack Osher's new book is So What, Now What? His previous book, now back in print, is Back After the Break Do you have a question for Osher? Shoot a voice note to sendosheremail@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On knowing what an incoming metal health crisis looks like and knowing what to do to prevent it. Osher gives his examples For more practical tools, check out Osher's new book So What, Now What? - out now! For tickets to Story Club, head here Send your voice notes hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you need to truly stay happy in your own head, day after day? The answer won't be the same every day, and it definitely won't be the same for everyone. However, truly knowing the answers for ourselves is one of the single most important things we can do. And the sooner we can find those answers, the better. That's according to Ian Hickie, one of Australia's foremost experts on mental health, and James O'Loghlin, his collaborator, broadcaster and fellow mental health advocate. In this episode, they join Osher to guide us through the process of finding those answers, including: The most effective way to monitor and track your mental health The importance of finding what works for YOU Why you should prioritise what makes you happy How to set boundaries What you can and cannot change about yourself And more Check out Ian and James's new book A User's Guide to the Mind Osher's new book is out now! Buy So What, Now What? here Get tickets to Story Club here More from Osher here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When's the last time you ask why you do what you do? From work to working out, Osher has had many reasons and motivations in the course of his life. Some of these have led him to unthought-of levels of performance and satisfaction. Others have led to a self destructive spiral. For more helpful ideas, check out Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?' Story Club is back August 10! Get tickets here For even more from Osher, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Wood is here to share his biggest insights into what really motivates us, what doesn't, and ways to make change for the better that sticks. He opens up to Osher about his own ever-changing 'whys', his surprisingly down to earth personal approach to exercise and fitness, his journey of step-parenting and, yes, some previously unheard tales from the Bachelor... Check out 28 by Sam Wood here It's your last chance to nab Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?' at a discounted pre-order price! Get tickets to Story Club here More from Osher here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turning to some kind of higher power is a key component in many addiction recovery programs. And, as discussed in Osher's recent chat to 360, there's a good reason for that: it helps. But why? What does a high power even look like outside of religion? And how can this idea help us in our lives even outside of addiction? For more ideas like this, check out Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?' For tickets to Story Club, head here Get in touch with Osher hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Colwell, better known by his stage name 360, is not the person he was. In this raw and personal conversation, he takes Osher through his full journey - from the romanticised partying rockstar, to self described 'total junkie', to rehab, reset, recovery and reinvention. He outlines the tricks his ego played to keep him in the grips of addiction, how small actions were crucial in transforming his body and mind, the tools he now uses to get by and perform in sobriety and finally how he found faith, and exactly what that gives him. 360's new album, Out of the Blue, is out now National tour underway now. Get tickets here. Time's running out to pre-order Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?' Get tickets to Story Club here More from Osher hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you feel like you're not living the kind of life you want, and if you feel like you're avoiding more than you're taking action to change that, then you might be what Dr Emily Musgrove calls 'stuck'. In this episode, Dr Emily, the clinical psychologist (regularly heard on 'The Imperfects' podcast') and author of the new book 'Unstuck: A Guide to Finding Your Way Forward to the Life You Want to Live' tackles this all too common feeling and shares simple ways to disarm the many things that paralyze us - from emotions, to stress, to the old stories that no longer serve us. Pre Order Osher's new book 'So What, Now What?' here Get tickets for Story Club here And for more from Osher, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might know actor Tim Pocock from his roles in Dance Academy or X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Even as a child, he graced the Sydney Opera House starring in operas directed by Baz Lurhman. But that world of artistic expression was in stark contrast to the other world Tim was part of for so long - one of repression by conservative catholicism under Opus Dei - made all the worse as he began to realise who he truly was. In this chat, Tim reveals his experiences of shame, bullying and conversion therapy, as well as his journey toward healing, discovery and self-acceptance, and the ongoing work of undoing the trauma of the beliefs that kept him feeling trapped for so long. An inspiration for anyone who’s ever felt silenced or lived an inauthentic life, an insight into certain pockets of religious institutions and a vital plea for the parents of every LGBTIAQ+ child. Check out Tim's book, the Truth Will Set You Free: Growing up Gay Under Opus Dei Pre-order Osher's book 'So What, Now What?' Story Club is Sunday July 6th! Don't miss out on tickets here Find more from Osher here Send Osher an email hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Depending on your algorithm, you’re being fed death, destruction, calamity, chaos, fire, floods, and horror more and more and more.Chatting with Sally Gold the other day. It’s pretty clear we only really have so much room between our ears for stuff like that.So when a friend who lives in Africa reached out to me the other day asking, “How do we stay sane when everything’s such a mess?” I sent her a voice note, which turned into this podcast. Pre-Order 'So What, Now What?' here Get tickets to Story Club here Get more from Osher here and send him an email hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello again, Story Club members. Join Ivy, your ghostly host with the most and keeper of the strangest, spookiest tales on Earth! Today's story comes to us from a loyal listener named Josiah, aged 5, and it's called “The Invisible Mailman.”