Best Paul Ollinger Podcasts (2025)

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Jeffery Toobin Exposes Presidential Power | Reasonably Happy Podcast 58:30

9d ago58:30

58:30

CNN legal analyst and bestselling author Jeffrey Toobin breaks down the hidden power of presidential pardons — and how they reveal the true character of American presidents. From Trump’s transactional pardons to the controversial case of Hunter Biden, Toobin offers sharp analysis, historical insight, and headline-worthy commentary. He discusses why…

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Paul Ollinger: From Facebook’s 250th Employee To Stand-Up Comedian 50:15

22d ago50:15

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This week Andrew talks with stand-up comedian, author, & podcast host Paul Ollinger. Paul joined Facebook as the company’s 250th employee — and retired at 42 years old only to realize that he was “bored, lonely, & driving his wife crazy”. Post-Facebook, Paul launched his stand-up comedy career that he had long dreamed of. In just a few years, Paul …

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Claire Weinstein: Making Bold Decisions, The Power Of Consistency, & Reaching Your Full Potential 41:16

1d ago41:16

41:16

This week Andrew talks with Team USA swimmer & Olympic silver medalist Claire Weinstein. Claire is just 18 years old and has become one of the most talked about names in international swimming. She began swimming at age 3 and qualified for the U.S. Olympic trials at age 13 — one of the youngest swimmers to ever qualify. In 2024, Claire won a silver…

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The Cost Of Making Things With Austin Kleon 57:53

2d ago57:53

57:53

Austin Kleon has built a life around making art—and making choices. In this candid conversation, the bestselling author of Steal Like an Artist opens up about the cost of creativity, the pressure of success, and the freedom that comes from knowing what’s enough. From turning down life-changing sums of money to driving an old Honda with pride, Austi…

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Comedian Jeanie Doogan (Ep. 64) 44:20

5d ago44:20

44:20

Comedian Paul Farahvar talks to fellow creatives, comedians and nightowls about being up lateBy Paul Farahvar

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Dan Galpern: Building Great Companies With Creativity, Discipline, & Collaboration 40:53

8d ago40:53

40:53

This week Andrew talks with DanceOne CEO Dan Galpern. DanceOne is the premier producer of educational & competitive dance events — and is the largest family of dance brands in the world. Dan began his career as a mergers & acquisitions attorney and then pivoted his career into private equity. In this conversation, Dan shares a behind-the-scenes loo…

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Meaningful Work Done On Purpose With Tom Fishburne 1:06:35

9d ago1:06:35

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Cartoonist and former brand manager Tom Fishburne—best known as the creator of Marketoonist—joins Carl for a conversation that flips the script on what it means to take risks. From leaving a stable job with a Harvard MBA to becoming a full-time cartoonist, Tom shares what looked like “career suicide” from the outside became his most stable and fulf…

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Comedian Ali Clayton (Ep. 63) 38:16

12d ago38:16

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Comedian Paul Farahvar talks to other comedians and night owlsBy Paul Farahvar

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Ryanne Janca: Building An Online Community Of 400,000 People Through Authenticity, Transparency, & Connection 56:45

15d ago56:45

56:45

This week Andrew has a follow-up conversation with lifestyle blogger & influencer Ryanne Janca. In 2018, Ryanne was working as a corporate recruiter when she was forced to leave her job because her husband was promoted to an executive role at the same company—and a corporate policy said she could no longer work there. Ryanne totally reinvented her …

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What Money Can’t Fix with Debbie Milman 1:04:12

16d ago1:04:12

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Debbie Millman is a celebrated designer, writer, educator, and host of the long-running podcast Design Matters. In this conversation, Debbie opens up about a subject she rarely discusses publicly: her lifelong relationship with money. Together with Carl, she traces the roots of scarcity, shame, and control that shaped her childhood and career decis…

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A Poet’s Wild Past w/ Edward Hirsch 50:45

16d ago50:45

50:45

Acclaimed poet and Guggenheim Foundation president Edward Hirsch joins us in an unforgettable episode to discuss his powerful memoir My Childhood in Pieces: A Stand-Up Comedy and a Skokie Elegy. Hirsch reflects on his chaotic upbringing in 1950s Jewish Chicago, his complicated relationships with his parents, and the wild characters who shaped his l…

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Comedian Gwen Rose (Ep. 62) 45:03

18d ago45:03

45:03

Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Gwen RoseFollow Gwen at @princessgwenrose on IGSign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY Dry Bar special "Always a Groomsman" at @DryBarComedy and my latest special "Middlewestern, Middle …

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Has Affirmative Action FAILED? | Richard Kahlenberg & Paul Ollinger 53:12

22d ago53:12

53:12

Has affirmative action failed in America?? In this eye-opening conversation, Richard Kahlenberg—author of Class Matters and a longtime education and housing policy scholar—explains why race-based affirmative action has failed America's working class and what can be done to fix it. A self-described “liberal maverick,” Kahlenberg dives into his contr…

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Spending Your Money Now with Oliver Burkeman 1:05:57

23d ago1:05:57

1:05:57

"You Actually Miss Your Life While You're Trying to Protect It". That’s the provocative idea at the heart of this episode with bestselling author Oliver Burkeman (Four Thousand Weeks). Oliver reflects on how class, money, and time shape our identity and our illusions of control. From childhood popsicle enterprises to awkward dinner bills and the ha…

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Nirosha Murugan: The Energetic Landscape of Life 1:23:51

27d ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Nirosha Murugan, PhD, is a biophysicist with a particular interest in quantum biology and electrobiology. She is an assistant professor at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, where her lab investigates the biophysical language of cellular communication. Her work has investigated topics including the electrical properties of cells, biop…

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Facing Down Trump with Jocelyn Benson 45:15

28d ago45:15

45:15

In December 2020, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson was decorating the family Christmas tree with her 5-year-old son when she heard a crowd outside her home chanting "Stop the Steal!" In the days and weeks that followed, Donald Trump harassed her on social media, calling for her arrest and accusing her of treason, Benson alleges.On this we…

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Amanda Joiner: How The Ritz-Carlton Delivers Extraordinary Experiences & Exceeds The Highest Expectations 44:24

29d ago44:24

44:24

This week Andrew talks with Amanda Joiner, the Global Vice President of The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center. Amanda shares a behind-the-scenes look at how The Ritz-Carlton delivers extraordinary experiences on a daily basis — and exceeds even the highest of expectations. This conversation is a powerful reminder that when we dedicate our lives to ser…

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Why We Spend the Way We Do with Gretchen Rubin 1:04:03

1M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

Is money ever just about money? Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author and happiness expert, joins Carl to explore the subtle ways our childhood, identity, and and the surprising power of choosing what not to spend money on. From her awe at the simple amount of $100 as a child to the moment she chose not to renew her New York Bar license, Gretchen shar…

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Paul Wants $$ From Qatar (and other hilarious Substack posts) 26:54

1M ago26:54

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This week, Paul reads his three most recent Substack posts, including: A very funny take on Qatar's bribery of pretty much every institution in America, How his dog's feel about castration, and Why many of us will have our TikTok handles on our tombstones. Please join Paul's Substack family by following here: http://words.paulollinger.com . And, if…

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Jacie deHoop: Turning An Idea Into Action 48:04

1M ago48:04

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This week Andrew talks with The GIST co-founder Jacie deHoop. The GIST is a massive fan-first sports media brand that’s shaking up the male-dominated sports industry. Jacie and her team are reinventing the dialogue around sports by providing equal coverage to women’s & men’s sports through its newsletters, podcasts, social media content, & more. Th…

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How To Be a Rich Loser with Comedian Paul Ollinger 1:04:44

1M ago1:04:44

1:04:44

What happens when you’ve checked every financial box—and still feel lost? Carl sits down with comedian, former Facebook exec, and Reasonably Happy author and podcast host Paul Ollinger to explore the emotional weight of money and identity. Paul shares what it felt like to walk away from Silicon Valley at 42, why he once considered himself a "rich l…

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Shira Gill: Decluttering & Organizing Your Life 52:09

1M ago52:09

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This week Andrew talks with world-renowned organizing expert & bestselling author Shira Gill. Shira has helped thousands of people reduce clutter, get organized, and create more space in their lives for the moments & people that matter most to them. Shira’s frameworks can be applied by anyone regardless of budget, space, or lifestyle. In this conve…

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From Chaos to Cambridge - Rob Henderson 55:31

1M ago55:31

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He was drinking by age five, shuffled through ten foster homes, and emotionally shut down by the time most kids are starting kindergarten — yet Rob Henderson clawed his way from chaos to Cambridge. In this powerful episode, Rob, author of Troubled: A Memoir of Foster Care, Family, and Social Class, shares his incredible journey from trauma and addi…

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More Money, More Possibilities with Rabbi Shira Stutman 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

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Identity, belonging, and the real meaning of money and Judaism is covered in this episode with Rabbi Shira Stutman. Rabbi Shira and Carl navigate questions of tradition and community in today’s polarized world, the need to hold space for complexity—within ourselves and our institutions—and how embracing discomfort can spark growth, understanding, a…

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Roeland Van Wijk: Light in Shaping Life 1:41:40

2M ago1:41:40

1:41:40

Roeland Van Wijk, PhD, is a world leader in the field of biophotons. He has a background in biology and is specialised in physical science (biophysical chemistry). He was affiliated as Associate Professor in Molecular Cell Biology at the Utrecht University until his retirement. Roeland worked closely with many pioneers including Fritz Popp and Mae-…

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Marion Jones: Overcoming Your Biggest Mistakes 1:00:18

2M ago1:00:18

1:00:18

This week Andrew talks with Marion Jones. In 2000, Marion became the first woman to win five track and field medals at a single Olympics — when she won 3 gold medals & 2 bronze medals at the summer games in Sydney, Australia. Then, in 2007 Marion’s world came crashing down. She confessed that she had lied to federal investigators when, a few years …

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Mike Reiss: How The Simpsons Changed TV | Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 57:39

2M ago57:39

57:39

The Simpsons writer and showrunner Mike Reiss shares behind-the-scenes secrets from 36+ years on the iconic animated series. From working with comedy legends like Sam Simon, Al Jean, and Conan O'Brien to writing for Johnny Carson and witnessing the wild beginnings of FOX, Mike recounts hilarious Hollywood stories and life lessons from his travels t…

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Is money dangerous? Could be. Is money powerful? Definitely. Can it corrupt? Of course. Can it liberate? Absolutely. Money is a mirror. 9:10

2M ago9:10

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Is money dangerous? Could be. Is money powerful? Definitely. Can it corrupt? Of course. Can it liberate? Absolutely. Money is a mirror. —----------------------------- Follow 50 Fires on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50firespod/ Please direct business inquires to: [email protected] Cover Art: Josh Passler - TheFinArtist.com Music Cre…

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Terry Collins: Leading With Passion, Loyalty, & Authenticity 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

This week Andrew talks with former MLB manager Terry Collins. Over the course of his career, Terry managed the Houston Astros, Anaheim Angels, & eventually Andrew’s beloved New York Mets. Andrew is a lifelong Mets fan — and Terry is Andrew’s favorite Mets manager of all-time. During Terry’s tenure as Mets manager, he led with passion, showed an unb…

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Laurie Woolever- Dark Side of Celebrity Chefs 45:07

2M ago45:07

45:07

Former personal assistant to both Anthony Bourdain and Mario Batali, Laurie Woolever, opens up about the untold truths behind celebrity kitchens, toxic food culture, addiction, and what ultimately drove Bourdain to suicide. From Mario Batali’s manipulative power plays to Bourdain’s romantic obsessions and lifelong depression, Woolever shares the un…

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Rewriting Your Money Story with Breanna Rae Blaney 1:04:49

2M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

Breanna Rae Blainey is a financial wellness leader, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Anya Institute for Human Revolution. She and Car unpack themes like control and the emotional energy we attach to our finances, offering practical tools like the "Triple A" framework—awareness, alignment, and action—to help navigate our relationship with money i…

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Bob Fosbury & Scott Zimmerman: How & Why Life is Solar Powered 2:19:01

2M ago2:19:01

2:19:01

Scott is an optics engineer with over 35 years of experience in the industry and over 80 US patents. In the last decade, Scott has turned his attention to how light interacts with the body. This has led him to becoming an expert on the physiology of melatonin and how NIR/IR light propagates through living tissue. Bob is an astronomer and honorary p…

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E.A. Hanks - Famous Father, Troubled Mother 47:48

2M ago47:48

47:48

In this raw and revealing episode of Reasonably Happy, author and screenwriter E.A. Hanks opens up about growing up as the daughter of Tom Hanks, surviving a chaotic childhood with an abusive, mentally ill mother, and forging her own path in Hollywood. From hidden trauma and therapy breakthroughs to the price of fame and writing a memoir about fami…

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Choosing What Matters Most with Neha Ruch 1:11:43

2M ago1:11:43

1:11:43

What if the boldest career move you ever made was stepping away? Neha Ruch, founder of Mother Untitled and author of The Power of Pause, joins Carl to unpack the layered experience of pausing a high-powered career to prioritize family — and rediscover a deeper sense of self. Neha shares her journey as the daughter of Indian immigrants, growing up a…

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Comedian Joey Villagomez (Ep. 61) 41:27

2M ago41:27

41:27

Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE!This week: Comedian Joey VillagomezFollow joey at @Joeydaclown and on IG at @joeydaclown Sign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/PaulsignupWatch MY Dry Bar special "Always a Groomsman" at @DryBarComedy and my latest special "…

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Jim Lampley- Boxing, Fame & Fallout | Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 1:11:20

2M ago1:11:20

1:11:20

Legendary sportscaster Jim Lampley joins Paul Ollinger on "Reasonably Happy" to share unforgettable stories from his 40+ year broadcasting career, covering everything from Olympic Games and Super Bowls to boxing icons like Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson. Lampley reveals the behind-the-scenes drama of his rise at ABC Sports, recounts his emotional conn…

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The Zen Of Enough with Henry Shukman 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

Poet, Zen teacher, and memoirist Henry Shukman joins Carl for a conversation that explores what it truly means to live freely. Through stories from Henry’s life—including his youthful encounters with a wandering tramp named “Speedy” and the spiritual revelations that shaped his memoir One Blade of Grass—they dive into profound ideas of freedom, eno…

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Jane Borden- Cults Like Us | Reasonably Happy 51:59

3M ago51:59

51:59

In this thought-provoking episode of Reasonably Happy, Paul Ollinger sits down with journalist and author Jane Borden to unpack her explosive new book Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America. Together, they explore how apocalyptic beliefs, religious extremism, and cult-like behaviors have shaped American identity—from Puritan roots to m…

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The Sound, Smell, and Meaning of Money with Susan Werner 58:38

3M ago58:38

58:38

Singer-Songwriter Susan Werner joins Carl for a deeply personal conversation that weaves together her upbringing on a midwest farm, her financial philosophy, and how it intersects with her pursuit of creative integrity. From the sound of coins jingling in her father’s pocket as a young child to the smell of manure—“the smell of money” on an Iowa fa…

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Comedian Paul Ollinger (Ep. 60) 41:37

3M ago41:37

41:37

Comedian Paul Farahvar interviews other comedians and night owls about being up late and being a creative.By Paul Farahvar

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Paul Héroux: Electromagnetic Energy as a Threat to Life 1:09:14

3M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Paul Héroux, PhD, is a physicist and toxicologist with particular interest in the biological effects of electromagnetic energy. He is an Associate Professor at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and also Medical Scientist in the Department of Surgery of the McGill University Health Center. Paul has spoken eloquently on the fallacies perpetuate…

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Tarriffs and Economic Uncertainty (What Should We Do?) 11:42

3M ago11:42

11:42

What should we do to protect our finances and investments right now? First off, when markets get scary? We should avoid chasing predictions. It turns out that creating financial resilience is not about making perfect predictions about what’s coming next. It’s about building a life that can adapt to whatever arrives. This approach works, regardless …

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Life at Fox News w/ Jessica Tarlov | Reasonably Happy with Paul Ollinger 52:16

3M ago52:16

52:16

In this episode of Reasonably Happy, Paul Ollinger sits down with Fox News contributor and Raging Moderates co-host Jessica Tarlov for a wide-ranging conversation on politics, media bias, Israel, parenting, and the chaos of air travel. Jessica opens up about raising two young kids, finding peace in Jamaica, and holding her own as the lone Democrat …

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What To Do When The Markets Are Scary 8:25

3M ago8:25

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Carl tackles the fear and uncertainty that often accompanies volatile markets (are you feeling a little bit of that right about now?), with a reassuring reminder that market fluctuations are normal. Carl emphasizes the importance of staying focused on long-term goals rather than reacting emotionally to short-term market movements. —----------------…

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Comedian Ben Noble (Ep. 59) 43:25

3M ago43:25

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Comedian Ben Noble (Ep. 59) by Paul FarahvarBy Paul Farahvar

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Gábor Somlyai: Deuterium Depletion in Reducing Cancer Metastasis & Mortality 57:36

3M ago57:36

57:36

Gábor Somlyai, PhD is a Hungarian molecular biologist and world expert in the role of deuterium in cancer. He has published seminal work looking at the effects of various concentrations of this heavy isotope of hydrogen on growth and metastasis. Gábor’s company, HYD LLC. for Cancer Research and Drug Development, has been at the forefront of develop…

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Dr. Camille Preston: Leading With Empathy & Turning Tension Into Growth 42:53

3M ago42:53

42:53

This week Andrew welcomes business psychologist, author, & leadership expert Dr. Camille Preston back to the show. Throughout her career, Camille has helped hundreds of leaders — from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses — navigate an ever-changing sea of challenges. In this conversation, Camille shares the research & science behind empathy — …

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Facing a Tough Financial Decision? Try The Overnight Test 8:38

3M ago8:38

8:38

Making tough financial decisions can be overwhelming, especially when emotions and biases come into play. In this mini episode of 50 Fires, Carl shares a powerful mental tool he calls The Overnight Test. This simple yet effective exercise helps navigate the inertia of holding onto investments, properties, or even routines that no longer serve us. T…

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Too Woke to Joke w/ Jeff Maurer | Reasonably Happy Podcast 1:01:04

3M ago1:01:04

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In this episode of Reasonably Happy, comedian and writer Paul Ollinger sits down with former Last Week Tonight writer Jeff Maurer for a razor-sharp, no-holds-barred conversation on comedy, politics, and the state of liberal discourse. Maurer, now the voice behind the acclaimed Substack I Might Be Wrong, unpacks his journey from speechwriter to Emmy…

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Clint Hurdle: Life Lessons From 50 Years In Pro Baseball 53:29

3M ago53:29

53:29

This week Andrew talks with 2013 National League Manager of the Year Clint Hurdle. Clint had a 10-year MLB career as a player and later served as a coach & manager. Today, Clint’s 1,269 career wins still rank in the Top 40 all-time for MLB managers. As you’ll hear, Clint’s story truly has it all — and is a powerful reminder that success is often a …

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