Podcasts about whimsy

In this episode, we chat: Whimsy as aliveness, joy, optimism, delight, and vibrancy--- NOT childishness-- and why all things whimsical deserve a front seat in your life. What you'll learn in this episode: Why whimsy AND sophistication can exist together at once-- a conversation on how paradox can and should work together really beautifully Whimsy as a reclamation of yourself, your agency, and who God created you to be How whimsy is spiritual and God's gift over your life and a key aspect of your life's purpose IG: @clearernotlouder Read More  

What happens when you lean into your curiosity, notice the little joys, and get playful? Today on Now or Never, Ify Chiwetlu and Trevor Dineen find out why intentional whimsy might just be necessary. After feeling stuck, Toronto's Chara Ho decided she didn't want life passing her by. She's now on a mission to find her spark again, by challenging herself to do something new every day. Ify Chiwetelu joins her on her latest adventure.He was rescued from a pile of parts, became a Nanaimo neighbourhood celebrity, survived a mysterious disappearance, and even found love. Meet Gunner, the mannequin draped across Brian and Terry Neevay's fence, who proves small acts of joy can have a big impact. “To have whimsy you need safety and silliness,” said Eddie Ayoub, artistic director of Art City, a non-profit community centre run by artists in Winnipeg's West Broadway neighbourhood. Imagine a place full of paint, fabric,and art supplies where everyone is welcome to come and create. Today they're preparing for their annual parade that injects whimsy into a community that needs it.When a mysterious orange line of paint showed up in his Toronto neighbourhood one day, Pete Morey and his 7-year-old daughter set off on an adventure to follow the line, and try to solve the mystery of who's behind it.

Rebecca Goldstein is one of our favorite constructors, which is why we felt 56D, Utter delight, GLEE, upon seeing that she had authored today's puzzle. Some of that GLEE was a result of solving 45D, "Toodle-oo!", BYENOW; some may be ascribed to happy memories dredged up by 64A, Sound of a cartoon hit, BOINK; and the rest comes from that joyful, chortle-provoking theme, as described in today's episode.Besides the crossword, we have another Triplet Tuesday™️ segment for your entertainment and edification, and you will find that the results this week were 28A, Nearly unique, EXCEEDINGLYRARE.Show notes imagery: The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum not only houses numerous works of art, it is a work of art all by itself!We love feedback! Send us a text...Contact Info:We love listener mail! Drop us a line, crosswordpodcast@icloud.com.Also, we're on FaceBook, so feel free to drop by there and strike up a conversation!

Det är dags för en ny säsong i Yada Yadas universum: Whimsy Summer. Efter Cultural Spring – där Carin och Fanny förkovrade sig i konst, kultur och verklighet – kliver de nu in i en sommar som handlar om skapande, lekfullhet och det vackert onödiga. Men Whimsy Summer är inte verklighetsflykt, utan ett försök att förtrolla verkligheten. I avsnittet pratar de om Art Nouveau, hantverk, AI, massproduktion, brevduvor, sommarregn, bär, turkos och varför livet i sig kanske är det mest whimsy vi har. Dessutom lanseras leken “är det psyk eller whimsy?” där allt från domarperuker och tjejflyttar till snäcksamlande, witchcraft-möhippor och espresso på OKQ8 får sin dom.

Alexa Ray Corriea chats with Jason WIshnov, CEO of Iridium Studios, about their newest title, People of Note. Together they discuss where the initial design concepts originated from; the difficulty of finding a publisher before landing with Annapurna; friction between narrative and game design; writing from personal experience and balancing that with whimsy; and how they integrated music into the battle system.  This episode is supported by  Xsolla iam8bit Episode Host: Alexa Ray Corriea Producers: Claudio Tapia and Josh Chu, The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving us a rating and review. Follow us: linktr.ee/AIAS Please consider supporting game dev students with: AIAS Foundation

TJH 924: Wonder and Whimsy Today on episode 924 of the Jamhole, our heroes have a productive day, until it turns into bike repairs, bread box construction disasters, cannabis chemistry, Eugene's weekly public therapy session, poop-filled diesel tanks, failing infrastructure, and a philosophical discussion about whether billionaires even live in the same reality as the rest of us. Sit back and let us explain. The Jamhole - Stay hungry, stay foolish.

As Liz and Sarah dive into the new draft of their novel, they're experimenting with tense. They each wrote a scene in past tense, and now they're going to write the same scenes in present tense. Which will they prefer? In The Craft (& Fain) they share a listener's suggestion to assign every project its own theme song. Then they discuss their favorite parts of Mimsy May in Take Two. One takeaway? Whimsy should not be effortful. This week's Hollywood Hack is on trend — a Mahjong mat with game instructions as part of its design. Finally, Liz recommends the show Firefly Lane on Netflix.  Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCra Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,' a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! Sign up for Liz & Sarah's free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It'll come right to your inbox! Sign up for Sarah's free weekly Substack newsletter Chickening Out at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. It'll come right to your inbox! LINKS: Taylor Swift's “The Man” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqAJLh9wuZ0 Annie Lennox: https://www.annielennox.com/ Mahjong Mats: https://amzn.to/4tQY4Li https://amzn.to/4f2HyEe https://amzn.to/4urdZ3Q Firefly Lane trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdHwNt4GXfM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to episode 305 where we will be discussing chapter 13 of Lord of Shadows, Dreamland      Join the discussion in our FB group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/286288765619887 Follow us on Instagram @Downworlderdishpodcast  E-mail us: downworlderdish@gmail.com Intro Music - The Gatekeepers by Shane Ivers Music from https://filmmusic.io License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

00.00: Intro 01.10: Karl's cat is dead 05.20: SLP - Do you snore or drool? 10.55: Being broke is more damaging for your heart than sugar 16.50: Top 6 - Things Marilyn would have loved about 2026 20.50: What is the age difference between you and your step parent 31.00: Seven husbands 37.15: What is your most said sentence at work? 47.05: What was the inventive way you were asked out? 56.40: Fact of the day 59.10: Rove Mcmanus Interview 1.06.40: Who let the dogs out 1.08.40: Im in a better mental state then I look 1.11.55: 15 Whimsy ideas 1.16.40: What advice did you get from a podcast that you still use? 1.25.05: Not enough for the News News See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foundry Chocolate in New Zealand release only a single inclusion bar each year, but this annual release has become one of the hottest tickets in craft chocolate. Each fall (for the Northern Hemisphere—spring for NZ), they release a bar infused with a different whisky from artisan New Zealand distillery Thomson Whisky. Each year's release is a unique flavor concept, and co-founder David Herrick and his team spend time throughout the year perfecting each annual batch. In this nerdy, deep-dive conversation, David Herrick and host David Nilsen discuss the planning stages for each bar, walk through each annual release since 2021, and talk about the details of Foundry's process for infusing whisky into these bars. The Davids also talk about Foundry's origin story, the meaning behind their name, the thoughtful of their packaging, and what keeps them excited and curious.You can learn more about Foundry on their website, or follow them on Instagram.You can listen to episodes with New Zealander Luke Owen Smith here and here.1:00 - Introduction3:40 - Start of Interview: Foundry's backstory13:35 - The meaning of the name “Foundry”17:30 - Whisky and the Thompson Distillery21:50 - Whisky bar releases 2021-202542:45 - Whisky infusion process53:40 - Release events and enthusiasm54:55 - 2026 R&D57:50- What he's currently excited about1:06:55 - Packaging and the story Foundry is telling1:13:55 - End of interview1:20:40 - End of episodeGuest:David Herrick, along with his wife Janelle, are co-founders of Foundry Chocolate, a New Zealand-based bean-to-bar craft chocolate maker whose globally award-winning single origin, two ingredient bars make the flavor possible from single origins their absolute focus. Foundry only add a third ingredient to their chocolate once a year, and rather than more conventional approaches to flavored bars, they use liquid whisky to make an annual special release series of Thomson Whisky-infused bars, that have now gained such a following that they sell out in days and are sought the world over. Check out David's book Pairing Beer & Chocolate: A Guide to Bringing the Flavors of Craft Beer and Craft Chocolate Together.Follow Bean to Barstool on social media!InstagramFacebookPinterestSign up for host David Nilsen's beer newsletter for regular beer musings, and the Bean to Barstool newsletter for pairings, collaborations, and maker profiles.

What if getting dressed became less about managing perception…and more about self-expression and shaping our experience? In this episode of the Advancing Women Podcast, Dr. DeSimone explores the surprising emotional depth behind something that initially seems lighthearted: overdressing for no reason, Disney ears on a cruise, bold earrings, sparkle, whimsy, and the idea that maybe “less is more” has quietly turned into a life philosophy that asks us all to become smaller versions of ourselves. Inspired by a series of Instagram and TikTok posts about “normalizing overdressing,” “living in gray,” and reclaiming joy, this episode dives into: Why “YOU are the occasion” is such a powerful reframe. The psychology of Enclothed Cognition and how clothing can influence mood, confidence, and emotional experience. The cultural pressure toward neutrality, practicality, and emotional minimization. Why so many women are socialized to tone themselves down and avoid being “too much.” How adulthood became associated with restraint, muted joy, & “emotionally beige” living. The connection between joy, self-expression, visibility, and the concept of Deferred Life. Why reclaiming whimsy may actually be an act of self-reclamation. From Disney ears and pirate night themes to the “closet graveyard” of aspirational purchases and unworn outfits, this episode reflects on what it means to stop postponing aliveness and start fully participating in your own life. Because maybe being “too much” was never actually the problem. Maybe too many of us were simply taught that joy should be quieter than it deserves to be. Key Takeaways: • Less is not always more • Whimsy is not immaturity • Joy is not frivolous • Self-expression is not a character flaw • You do not need a special occasion to fully show up inside your own life So wear the fancy dress. Use the good perfume. Drink the good wine. Wear the ears. Take the photo. Because life is short. And Less is BORE! Mentioned in this episode: Advancing Women Podcast episode: Deferred Life Syndrome: Let's Stop Waiting & Start Living (May, 2026)  New Conscious World on Instagram/Facebook Reel “You Were Never Supposed to Live in Gray”  Feed Me Gems Official Instagram Reel “3 reasons to NORMALIZE overdressing for no reason”  Enclothed Cognition. Gruber Baitz, R., & Rogaten, J. (2026). Enclothed Cognition: How Clothing Shapes Our Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviour. In Applied Psychology in Fashion: A Research-Informed Approach (pp. 119-144). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland. Let's Connect: Instagram: @AdvancingWomenPodcast  Facebook: Advancing Women Podcast  LinkedIn: Dr. Kimberly DeSimone  #AdvancingWomenPodcast #LessIsBore #LifeIsShortWearTheEars #WomenAndJoy #SelfExpression #DeferredLifeSyndrome #Whimsy #MainCharacterEnergy #WomenSupportingWomen #EmotionalWellbeing #EnclothedCognition

The new pod is all about Whimsy, a storied and chronically-online term that we think best describes our approach to menswear. To us, Whimsy is about Free Will, our agency to make things fun and amusing just for ourselves, a sentiment that we wished people would lean into more. We talk about how Whimsy permeates through our love of details and particular garments as well as to our juxtaposition-heavy and sometimes off-kilter styling. But ultimately, we believe the Whimsical thing you can do is PLAY in your clothes: go to trivia dressed as a cowboy, wear a tux to listen to the Phil, wear a straw hat on a picnic, or wear a suit to sit at home and relax. Whimsy is about dressing with agency! Ethan's Blog: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2026/05/31/the-importance-of-whimsy-and-playing-in-your-clothes/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ Podcast is produced by MJ

The gang is all back after taking a quick long-haul trip to see Tim's graduation and getting into shenanigans! In this episode, we dive into the rise of long-haul trucking within the group, not-so-satirical shows, a Southern Odyssey, and a light-hearted, whimsical discussion about the things that get us by!Time Stamps0:00 - Long Haul Trucking and Graduating5:50 - Rec n' Rev38:45 - Where's the Whimsey?FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND GET MORE INFO AT - https://alwaysmorepod.onuniverse.com/ Support this podcast at - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/alwaysmorepod

Jon Herold sits down with Jeanine Garcia of A Bit of Whimsy, a boutique tucked into a 100 year old building in Iron River, Michigan, right in the heart of the Upper Peninsula. What started as a whispered phrase during a quiet moment staring across the street at a building for sale became a faith driven leap into small town retail. Jeanine walks Jon through the two and a half year renovation, the gut punch of being almost ready to open when COVID hit, and how a phrase she heard in 2017 suddenly made sense in the dark summer of 2020. She also shares the real challenge of sourcing 85% American made goods, why she keeps losing her favorite domestic clothing companies, and how sales at the boutique are finally trending upward after years of decline. Plus, she is bringing a pop up shop to the Deadwood GART and encourages everyone to check their closet tags. You might be surprised. This Week's Guest: Jeanine Garcia from A Bit of Whimsy https://www.bitwhimsy.com Promo Code: Badlands

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We're at it again with more hobbies that might provide just the diversion you've been looking for. Whimsy, passion, fun anyone? Broaden your horizons, C

Johnny Mac shares Memorial Day greetings and comedy news, starting with Dave Chappelle's new local merch store, The Chappelle Shop, at 221 Xenia Avenue in Yellow Springs, selling branded apparel and items and staying open late on show nights at The Firehouse. He recaps Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David on the Rushmore podcast discussing Seinfeld's tiny initial four-episode order, harsh pilot memo, Elaine's creation based on Monica Yates, origins of bits like the Close Talker and Soup Nazi, and their favorite episodes including “The Contest.” Radar Online reports Jimmy Kimmel is eyeing a post-talk-show future developing game shows. Eugene Mirman says he's recovering from accidents, has a YouTube special Here Comes the Whimsy, and discusses Bob's Burgers recording and crossover ideas. Jay Pharoah describes renewed Christianity and a rap album. Tiffany Haddish covers the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Mel Brooks donates a massive archive to the National Comedy Center. 00:17 Chappelle Shop Opens01:36 Seinfeld Origins Revealed04:01 Kimmel After Late Night04:38 Mirman Update and Special05:17 The Bobs Burgers Hoax  06:24 Jay Pharoah Faith and Rap07:04 Tiffany Haddish SI Cover07:31 Mel Brooks Archive Donation Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

We check in on our “Move 26 in ‘26” progress and discuss adding more whimsy to the month of May–plus a clever April Fools prank. We also highlight a helpful tool to get started on spring cleaning. Resources & links related to this episode: Click here if you'd like to join "Move 26 in '26" Here are easy and fun ways to start decluttering  Someone at a Distance by Dorothy Whipple (Amazon) Get in touch: ⁠podcast@gretchenrubin.com⁠ Visit⁠ Gretchen's website⁠ to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does authentic leadership actually look like? In this cozy and deeply human conversation, we talk about whimsy, vulnerability, mentorship, and the challenge of balancing professionalism with being fully yourself. #RoundHillChurch #FaithThatGrows #WomenInChurch #AuthenticLeadership #HopeInAction

Whimsy isn't an aesthetic — it's a practice. And if you've ever thought "I'm just not that kind of person," this episode is for you. We're talking about why choosing delight is harder than it sounds, what the research actually says about play and resilience, and three small ways to start. You don't have to earn the right to enjoy your life!Free printable - "25 Ways to Add Whimsy"brianaleach.com/podcast

I've always been a winter hater lol, but this year I am choosing to lean into the cosy, slower, softer side of it instead of fighting it!! I think embracing the season instead of resisting it might help keep the winter blues at bay too.As always, if you are struggling with your mental health, please find some support resources below or chat with your GP.

Eugene Mirman joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about his new comedy special Here Comes the Whimsy, Bob's Burgers, and his unforgettable run as Gene Belcher.In this interview, Mirman opens up about recovering after a recent accident, the heartwarming messages he received from fans, and how everyday frustrations, tiny injustices, travel mishaps, fatherhood, and awkward encounters inspired Here Comes the Whimsy.Mirman also talks about the lasting success of Bob's Burgers, why Gene Belcher still connects with fans, how much improvising happens during recording, and his hilarious dream crossover idea involving The Equalizer, Jason Bourne, and Bob's Burgers.Here Comes the Whimsy is now available on YouTube and as a comedy album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHPEaN1DxKwVisit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis

Steve & Eric help a caller navigate the aftermath of an unprompted work trip seance at The Cheesecake Factory. Then they pitch some ideas for bringing a little bit of whimsy into the workplace.Want to call in? Email your question to weirdheretohelp@gmail.com.PATREON: https://patreon.com/heretohelppodMERCH: heretohelppod.comINSTAGRAM: @HereToHelpPodIf you're enjoying the show, make sure to rate We're Here to Help 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You've been doing the work. Decentering men, healing, growing, showing up for yourself. But when's the last time your life actually felt magical? In this episode we're talking about whimsy — what it actually is, why your space matters more than you think, and how to stop living inside your Pinterest board and start building the life that's already on it. Lauren gets into why being away from her own space cracked something open, why choosing delight right now is not frivolous, and how romancing yourself is what decentering men actually looks like in practice. Plus how to whimsy out your life without spending a ton of money — because Facebook Marketplace and thrift stores exist and we are using them. If you have been waiting for the right apartment, the right moment, the right version of your life to start making it feel like yours — this is your permission slip.Stay connected here Connect with me on Instagram  Please email me here: Lauren@ohyeahcoaching.comApply for coaching HEREWould You Date You? FREE guide

Eugene Mirman (new album and special Here Comes the Whimsy out now on YouTube!) returns to make it weird again!

For Hour 1 of the show Jon gives an update on the UFO files that are going to be released to the public soon, and if churches should be worried. Then Jon ends the hour by talking about the FBI DEM Raid.

For Hour 1 of the show Jon gives an update on the UFO files that are going to be released to the public soon, and if churches should be worried. Then Jon ends the hour by talking about the FBI DEM Raid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a Question!MOVIE DISCUSSION: Legacy XP CoachingParyss Bryanne: Instagram // Tiktok // YouTube // SnapchatPixel Paryss: Instagram // Tiktok // YouTube // TwitchParyss Bryanne joins Melvin to talk My Neighbor Totoro! The two kick-off Ani-May with a much-beloved Studio Ghibli classic! Nostalgia, curiosity, and a whole lotta whimsy fill this episode from start to finish! Tune in now! Topics:Editor's Note: No Patreon Exclusive discussion! But, I do intend to trim this episode down from its original 1:35:43 length, so if you want to hear the UNCUT version, tune in on Patreon here!Paryss shares about her love of Undertale, her desire to see people grow through Legacy XP Coaching, and how she's wrestling with horror media.Paryss, "[My Nieghbor Totoro] does such a good job of taking you back into the shoes of a child."Where do Paryss and Mel rank My Neighbor Totoro against other Miyazaki/Ghibli movies?On big emotions, and how emotions become more complicated as an adult.Enduring against melancholic nostalgia.Melvin, "Did you kinda just feel like [My Neighbor Totoro] was, like, really heavenly?"Talking Totoro, and wondering if he actually exists.Getting into the ending.Recommendations:The Village (2004) (Movie)Lucid Blocks (2026) (Video Game) Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & PinsSocial Links: ThreadsWebsiteInstagramLetterboxdFacebook Group 

Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, led by Robert Smigel's new weekly podcast, “Humor Me with Robert Smigel and Friends,” premiering May 8, featuring guests including David Letterman, Bob Odenkirk, Ellie Kemper, Jim Gaffigan, and others helping people make real-life tasks funnier. Netflix sets Tom Segura's “Bad Thoughts” season two for May 24 (six episodes). Variety interviews Netflix Is A Joke organizers Robbie Praw and Tracy Podesca, teasing festival highlights (Pee-wee Herman celebration; Larry David with Jerry Seinfeld), noting success with “The Pete Davidson Show,” saying there's no current talk of another season of John Mulaney's “Everybody's Live,” and hyping the Kevin Hart roast hosted by Shane Gillis. Praw addresses booking Louis C.K. this summer. Louis C.K. discusses India vs. New York poverty on Jim Norton's podcast. Alex Jones attacks Tim Heidecker amid an Infowars-related court ruling; another hearing is set for May 28. Additional items include reports of King Charles' jokes being tightly written, LA festival show picks, and Eugene Merman's YouTube premiere of “Here Comes the Whimsy.”00:18 Smigel Podcast Launch02:04 Segura Bad Thoughts Return02:30 Netflix Is A Joke Insider Talk04:08 Roast Debate Kevin Hart06:57 Louis C.K. Netflix Backlash08:49 Louis C.K. India Clip10:53 Alex Jones vs Heidecker12:33 King Charles Joke Writers13:08 Festival Picks LA Schedule15:23 Eugene Merman New Special16:10 Wrap Up And Sign OffBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Plus: His Crazy Car Accident, Comic Books, Letters From Prison, Hegseth, Hampshire College Closing and More! Comedians are under attack. The MAGA machine has pushed Stephen Colbert off the air, gone after Jimmy Kimmel, and skipped a comedian at the White House Correspondents Dinner for the first time in memory. That's not an accident — it's the playbook of every authoritarian regime that ever feared a punchline. Paul Rieckhoff sits down with his old college friend, beloved comedian and actor Eugene Mirman — Bob's Burgers, Flight of the Conchords, and the new special Here Comes the Whimsy — for a candid, funny, and unexpectedly moving conversation about what it means to make people laugh while the rigged two-party system burns and Trump and the executive branch goes all gas, no brakes. Eugene, a refugee from a genuinely authoritarian country, doesn't sugarcoat it: Trump's instincts are fascist, the cruelty is the point, and the use of state power to threaten billion-dollar companies into firing comedians is straight out of the thug-regime handbook. But he also refuses nihilism — America, he argues, is too big and too used to freedom to be wholly silenced, and that's exactly why the work of comedians, podcasters, and independent voices matters right now. Along the way the two cover Eugene's harrowing New Hampshire car crash and rescue, the absurd unqualified men running the Pentagon and the VP's office, comic books as hopeful dystopia, and why the angry middle should keep laughing — and keep showing up. Eugene Mirman is one of the most respected comedic voices of his generation. A refugee from the former Soviet Union, he is best known as the voice of Gene Belcher on Bob's Burgers and as the landlord on Flight of the Conchords, and was a regular on Adult Swim's Delocated. He co-founded the Pretty Good Friends comedy company in the basement of Brooklyn's Union Hall, has opened for The Shins, Modest Mouse, Yo La Tengo, Gogol Bordello, and Cake, and was named best New York City comedian by The Village Voice. A graduate of Hampshire College — where he designed his own major in comedy and delivered a one-hour stand-up set as his thesis — his latest special is Here Comes the Whimsy. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Watch/hear Eugene Mirman's hilarious new special album: Here Comes the Whimsy. -Check out Eugene's Pretty Good Friends.  -Ditch your expensive carrier and support Independent Americans! Make the switch to Noble Mobile. -Join IVA and stand up to Trump's Forever Wars. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jadyn sits down with Trin, host of The Wellness Cafe podcast, for a fun and candid chat about all things spring — from morning and night routines to motivation, beauty favs, and the mindset shifts that helped them both glow up from their lowest points.Follow Jadyn on Instagram (@jadynhaileyy) & TikTok (@fairyjadyn)Follow Trinity on Instagram & TikTok (@trinitytondeleir)Check out The Wellness Cafe podcast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Nikki sits down with Dr. Erin Nitschke and Jessica H. Mauer, co-hosts of the Fit and Flustered podcast, for a raw, real, and hilarious conversation about what it actually feels like to be a woman navigating midlife.Time Stamp:[0:00] Intro & meet your guests[5:50] Navigating midlife in the fitness industry[6:20] Midlife clarity: values & what you'll no longer tolerate[7:30] Rediscovering joy in movement, food & everyday life[9:00] The "Fuck It List" vs. the bucket list[10:30] Perimenopause & the gift of not giving a f*ck[11:45] Whimsy, rage & the Persephone meme[12:00] Self-care vs. self-preservation — a spa day is CPR, not care[13:15] Showering is NOT self-care. That's hygiene.[14:30] Notification overload & protecting your energy[16:00] Why "balance" is a myth — the tide analogy[17:50] Setting boundaries without guilt — two ways to say no[20:15] What Gen Z already figured out about boundaries[21:20] Where to find Erin & JessJessica H. Maurer and Dr. Erin M. Nitschke Podcast: Fit and Flustered — subscribe wherever you listen!Bios:Dr. Erin M. Nitschke is a nationally recognized leader in health coaching, exercise science, and fitness education, with more than 23 years of experience spanning higher education, industry leadership, and direct client care. Erin Nitschke, NFPT-CPT, NSCA-CPT, ACE Health Coach, ACE-CPT, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Therapeutic Exercise Specialist, Pn1, FNMS, and DSWI Master Health Coach, is a seasoned college professor in health and human performance dedicated to advancing evidence-based practice and professional education. As Dean of Workforce and Curriculum at Lionel University, she leads the development and implementation of certificate through graduate-level programs, shaping the next generation of health and exercise professionals. She holds a Doctor of Education in Adult and Post-Secondary Education, along with graduate and undergraduate degrees in kinesiology and exercise science from the University of Wyoming. To connect with Dr. Nitschke, email her at erinmd03@gmail.com or connect on Instagram @nitschkeerin.Blog: http://www.belivestaywell.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belivestaywell/Twitter: @belivestaywell1 or @erinmd03Jessica H. Maurer is a recognized wellness business consultant, strategist, and keynote speaker dedicated to helping professionals overcome burnout and cultivate mental wellness. Through international presentations, workshops, and consultations, she empowers individuals and organizations to move from overwhelm to clarity, resilience, and sustainable success. With a dynamic stage presence, Jessica delivers actionable insights, fresh ideas, and inspiring strategies that drive personal and professional transformation. Her expertise in wellness, leadership, and career growth positions her as a sought-after voice for fostering balance, emotional health, and lasting impact in high-pressure industries. Jessica has over 20 years of experience delivering long-form workshops and keynote presentations, emceeing events, and consulting with clients across industries and audiences of all sizes. She has presented on international stages for leading conferences and organizations, authored widely published content, and continues to shape the way fitness and wellness professionals approach both physical and mental well-being. Jessica is the IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year 2026, and now serves as Director of Education for the Mental Wellbeing Association, where she develops innovative programs and content that blend science-based strategies with a holistic, uplifting approach to wellness.Jessica H. Mauer

GUEST: Luke Duecy on Mayor Wilson's recent statements on homelessness shelter crisis / Tourism had a record-breaking 2025 everywhere but the U.S.  // AGREE TO DISAGREE: Is it ever okay to get angry? / How do you find whimsy? // TEXTS AND WORDS TO LIVE BY!

The fellowship of the Traveling Turtle Tavern must pay their way onto Leprechaun Island, and contend with the strange cast of characters that call it home. --- Escape the Dungeon is now available to watch as video on YouTube, at youtube.com/@EscapeTheDungeonPod

Click this link https://www.boot.dev?promo=KINDAFUNNY and use my code KINDAFUNNY to get 25% off your first payment for boot.dev. Thank you Boot.Dev for Sponsoring!If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/KINDAFUNNYSign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/kindafunny Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - How to Fix Nintendo - Mat's Take - Where's the WHIMSY?! - Sports Games - Ads - Tim's Pitch - SuperChats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Click this link https://www.boot.dev?promo=KINDAFUNNY and use my code KINDAFUNNY to get 25% off your first payment for boot.dev. Thank you Boot.Dev for Sponsoring!If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/KINDAFUNNYSign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/kindafunny Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - How to Fix Nintendo - Mat's Take - Where's the WHIMSY?! - Sports Games - Ads - Tim's Pitch - SuperChats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Click this link https://www.boot.dev?promo=KINDAFUNNY and use my code KINDAFUNNY to get 25% off your first payment for boot.dev. Thank you Boot.Dev for Sponsoring!If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/KINDAFUNNYSign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/kindafunny Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - How to Fix Nintendo - Mat's Take - Where's the WHIMSY?! - Sports Games - Ads - Tim's Pitch - SuperChats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whimsy is the word on everyone's mind! Today we are discussing ways to create a more whimsical life. What ways do you add more whimsy to yours?IGThe Fuzzy PodMeganMadiYoutubeThe Fuzzy PodJoin us over on Patreon for bonus content!

This hour, Ian Hoch is joined by Pandora Gastelum, the founder of the Giant Puppet Festival, and Nate Puppets w/ Mr. Troll, to talk about the 12th Annual New Orleans Giant Puppet Festival.

This week on Uncorked, Dr. Erica Canela joins us to dive into the wild, weird, and unexpectedly chaotic world of Quaker history. Yes, the Quakers were unhinged, and yes, they've had a major glow up.We break down the evolution from radical early Quaker antics to the modern-day Friends, some of whom are kind of attractive. Naturally, this leads to a very serious scholarly exercise we call “Quaker Hot or Not.”And don't miss the story of the MOST unhinged Quaker woman of them all... a legend of pure, unfiltered “mad whimsy.”If you thought you knew the Quakers, think again.Make sure you catch the visual of this episode on our YouTube channel!For more from Dr. Erica Canela, check out her website for more on her upcoming classes and events, as well as how to access her book!Visit her site here: Dr Erica Canela | Public Historian, Copywriter & EditorAD FREE LISTENING on Patreon as well as tons of extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise here https://linkpop.com/spillthemeadpodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com

We’ve spent the week spiralling over the Suddenly 30 reboot, and it’s led us down a rabbit hole of our favourite romcoms with problematic premises, that we love wholeheartedly nonetheless. It turns out "romance" in the 90s and early 2000s was often just a crime set to a peppy soundtrack, and we're here to admit it.We're unpacking the supposed romantic "grand gestures" and breaking down the gap between what we want in real life and what we find "hot" on film, from the sex work of Pretty Woman to to why the teacher-student plot in Never Been Kissed still stops us in our tracks.Plus, we have thoughts on the 2026 "Whimsy Drought." We’re unpacking why modern movies feel too polished and why we’re self-medicating with the messy, high-stakes lying of movies like How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days. It’s a deep dive into the absolute classics that might just save you from a boring weekend.Love binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched Watch Party — spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify.Listen to The Spill New episodes drop every Monday–Friday!Mamamia: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/the-spill/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mjNFVvJp1irXNVxKXXABOApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-spill/id1473523403Follow The Spill:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thespillpodcast/Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia: https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/Support Independent Women’s Media:https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/Your subscription helps us continue to tell the stories that matter to women.Want to join the conversation?Have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss? Send us a voice message or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au and we’ll get back to you ASAP!Discover more Mamamia podcasts here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/SUBSCRIBE here to get 25% off an $89 annual subscription PLUS 25% off Nala. Your Mamamia discount will be applied at checkout. Then find your Nala code in the Subscriber Hub immediately after joining. Ends 1st April.CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS:Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code. Ends 1st April.CREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik & Bree Player Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachMamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Register for my March 29th Masterclass: For the High-Achiever Who Struggles in DatingWork with Me PrivatelyLike many of you, I've been completely obsessed with Love Story, the dramatized JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette series. Along with making me want to revamp my entire wardrobe, rock a red lip, drill a land line into our wall, it's also completely lit up my intimacy with my husband ; ).I've had to ask: What is that about?In this episode, I'm unpacking that question — because I think you're hungry for it too. We've optimized, predicted, and controlled our dating lives so thoroughly that we've sterilized them. No feeling. No aliveness. No beautiful, terrifying uncertainty.So today I'm walking you through three concrete ways to bring some of that back — without throwing your phone in the garbage. It starts with sending the bolder message, saying something out loud to a stranger, and finding one place in your life where you let go of the outcome entirely.This one is a little bit of a manifesto. I hope it lights something up for you.Work with me PrivatelyConnect on InstagramWebsitePodcast Production by James Jorge

With so many people trying to embrace the whimsy in their life...can we convince Slacker to do the same?

hello everyone and welcome back to smoke sesh! a little under the weather today but happy to be with you all as we talk my trip to Austin TX, bachelorette parties, supporting your friends, random activities, switching up your timeline, oscars winners, Timmothy Chalamet, Ballet & Opera, supporting the arts, cultivating whimsy, small actions with big impact, fig tree, breaking stagnancy, decentering men, centering yourself, controlling relationships, cheating, lowering yourself, karmic trust, changing them, accepting the situation, helping your friends, being a good friend, jealousy, inspiration, transmuting your negative emotions, guilt, shame, and taking action in your life, severence, leaving work at work, wind down routine, sharing love to the world, doing it for you, escape plans and much much much more!join the patreon! extra long episodes every Thursday at patreon.com/smokeseshshawtysubmit your questions and call ins every week on instagram.com/hannahmarlene

in today's episode, we are talking about everything to do with embodying whimsy! as somebody who's job is all about self expression and keeping this playfulness alive, keeping a whimsy spirit is something I practice daily and a quality I'm always searching for others. today we'll be talking about what whimsy means to me, how you can dismantle any shame that comes from letting yourself be authenticity seen, practical ways that you can incorporate whimsy into your life, & over all lots of little ways to sprinkle and joy to your days. we've also got some life updates!

in today's episode, we are talking about everything to do with embodying whimsy! as somebody who's job is all about self expression and keeping this playfulness alive, keeping a whimsy spirit is something I practice daily and a quality I'm always searching for others.  today we'll be talking about what whimsy means to me, how you can dismantle any shame that comes from letting yourself be authenticity seen, practical ways that you can incorporate whimsy into your life, & over all lots of little ways to sprinkle and joy to your days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

in today's episode, we are talking about everything to do with embodying whimsy! as somebody who's job is all about self expression and keeping this playfulness alive, keeping a whimsy spirit is something I practice daily and a quality I'm always searching for others. today we'll be talking about what whimsy means to me, how you can dismantle any shame that comes from letting yourself be authenticity seen, practical ways that you can incorporate whimsy into your life, & over all lots of little ways to sprinkle and joy to your days. we've also got some life updates!

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