Best Generate Joy In Midlife Podcasts (2025)

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80 | Ready For Spiritual Growth? 4 FREE Apps To Help You Stay Consistent In Your Faith 18:36

3d ago18:36

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Send Amy a Text Message. If you’ve been struggling to build new habits or stay focused in the midst of a busy life, you’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into 4 of my favorite apps and how you can use them to get consistent towards your goals. When we have systems in place to help us reach our goals, we are more likely to stay consistent in ou…

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Can AI help with the chaos of family life? | Avni Patel Thompson (Kelly Corrigan takeover) 27:08

5h ago27:08

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Tech innovator Avni Patel Thompson designed an app to shield busy parents from the chaos of scheduling school pickups, coordinating playdates, planning birthday parties and more — but as the product developed, something felt off. What might we lose when AI smooths over the friction of everyday family life? Patel Thompson explores her surprising dis…

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A parent's guide to raising kids after loss | Andy Laats (Kelly Corrigan takeover) 27:35

1d ago27:35

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Andy Laats had the textbook fairytale family setup ... a great job, a happy marriage, three wonderful kids and everything going for them. Until one day, they didn't anymore. In this tender, wise and unexpectedly funny talk, Laats describes the profound lessons he's learned over the years as a father, offering insights that will resonate with anyone…

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You are the bridge to the next generation | Ndinini Kimesera Sikar (Kelly Corrigan takeover) 28:03

2d ago28:03

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"Do you know what you want to preserve for the next generation?" asks community leader Ndinini Kimesera Sikar. Drawing on her experience growing up in a family of 38 in a traditional Maasai village in Tanzania — where every chore was shared, every story was sung and belonging meant survival — she explores how we can blend the old with the new to bu…

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Are we still human if robots help raise our babies? | Sarah Blaffer Hrdy (Kelly Corrigan takeover) 24:54

3d ago24:54

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AI is transforming the way we work — could it also reshape what makes us human? In this quick and insightful talk, evolutionary anthropologist Sarah Blaffer Hrdy explores how the human brain was shaped by millions of years of shared childcare and mutually supportive communities, asking a provocative question: If robots help raise the next generatio…

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Beyond the First Dream: Alexandra Dotcheva’s Bold Midlife Pivots to Health, Wealth, and Self-Belief 37:08

3d ago37:08

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In this episode, we explore Alexandra Dotcheva’s inspiring journey of reinvention. After nearly 30 years dedicated to the violin, she faced the reality that fear+ was holding her back from true fulfillment. At 32, she boldly left music to pursue nursing, later building financial freedom through real estate investing. Alexandra shares how immigratin…

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257: What 4-Year-Olds Teach Us About Inclusion 17:20

2d ago17:20

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Want to know where I go when I’m feeling down? I go spend time with four-year-olds! They are the friendliest and most authentic people I know. I find myself showered with compliments, questions, and requests to be best friends. Where along the road do we lose the openness and authenticity we had as little girls? As women business owners, we often g…

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The mental health AI chatbot made for real life | Alison Darcy (Kelly Corrigan takeover) 31:07

4d ago31:07

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Who do you turn to when panic strikes in the middle of the night — and can AI help? Psychologist Alison Darcy shares the vision behind Woebot, a mental health chatbot designed to support people in tough moments, especially when no one else is around. In conversation with author and podcaster Kelly Corrigan, Darcy explores what we should expect and …

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What role will AI play in family life? | Kelly Corrigan’s TED Talks Daily takeover 31:40

5d ago31:40

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Kelly Corrigan, host of the podcast Kelly Corrigan Wonders, is taking over TED Talks Daily for the week leading up to Mother’s Day! As a guest curator for TED 2025, Corrigan asks big questions about the role of parents in the growing age of AI, how AI will change family life, and if it should play a role in the first place. In this episode, she’ll …

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Star Wars changed visual effects — AI is doing it again | Rob Bredow 14:58

7d ago14:58

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Jedi master of visual effects Rob Bredow, known for his work at Industrial Light & Magic and Lucasfilm, takes us on a cinematic journey through the evolution of visual effects, with behind-the-scenes stories from the making of fan favorites like “Jurassic Park,” “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones” and more. He shares how artist-driven innovation continues…

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How art helped me grapple with grief | Navied Mahdavian 8:40

7d ago8:40

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With just a few lines, cartoons can say so much with so little. In a moving talk, cartoonist Navied Mahdavian shares his process for distilling huge concepts into drawings on the page — and shows how his work helped him grieve the death of his beloved grandmother, flaws and all. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Lea…

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Beyond the Talk: Tristan Harris in conversation with TED Talks Daily 22:13

8d ago22:13

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“AI is already demonstrating deceptive, self-preserving behaviors that we thought only existed in science-fiction movies,” says technology ethicist Tristan Harris. Following his talk at TED2025, Harris is in conversation with Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, to explore an “adaptation crisis” — where laws and regulations lag behind the speed of te…

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Why AI is our ultimate test and greatest invitation | Tristan Harris 16:45

8d ago16:45

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Technologist Tristan Harris has an urgent question: What if the way we’re deploying the world’s most powerful technology — artificial intelligence — isn’t inevitable, but a choice? In this eye-opening talk, he calls on us to learn from the mistakes of social media’s catastrophic rollout and confront the predictable dangers of reckless AI developmen…

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79 | 4 Biblical Ways To Overcome Depression and Restore Your Joy 21:59

8d ago21:59

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Send Amy a Text Message. Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally numb, or spiritually stuck? In this episode we explore 4 Biblical ways to overcome depression and restore joy by bringing your honest emotions to God, speaking truth over your thoughts, building simple habits that create home and shift your focus by serving others. These practical, Bible-bas…

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Where in the world is Trump taking us? | TED Explains the World with Ian Bremmer 56:06

9d ago56:06

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It’s been an eventful first 100 days for the second Trump administration, which has featured tariff turmoil, shifting foreign policy and the upheaval of prior geopolitical relationships. In this discussion, political scientist Ian Bremmer separates signal from noise in the biggest stories of the day, evaluating the global economy, US-China relation…

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A new vision of healthy masculinity | Davonte Green 13:03

10d ago13:03

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What does it actually mean to be a "real man" these days? In a personal talk packed with actionable advice, youth advocate Davonte Green challenges age-old stereotypes about masculinity, showing that emotional intelligence and self-control — not aggression — are the keys to moving through the world with confidence and strength. Want to help shape T…

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Inside Deborah LeBlanc's Life as a Death Scene Investigator, Celebrity Paranormal Expert and Hypnotherapist 31:14

10d ago31:14

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In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Deborah LeBlanc—a licensed death scene investigator, seasoned paranormal expert, and the resident clairsendium in the upcoming Discovery Channel series Through the Veil. With over 27 years of experience and more than 500 investigations, Deborah uses her clairsentient abilities to uncover what ot…

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256: How to Let Go of Fear and Be Brave with Your Business: Fan Favorite Replay 14:09

9d ago14:09

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It’s no secret that running a business can be scary. You grow a business, put yourself out there, and depend on other people. It can be overwhelming at times and feel impossible to run your business without fear. Now, I don’t like the term fearless. In fact, I don’t think that we can be fearless. It’s a very real emotion and there is no denying tha…

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Feeling stressed? The answer isn’t to “just relax” | Aditi Nerurkar 58:33

11d ago58:33

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Stress isn’t all bad. In fact, the right kind can fuel growth instead of burnout. In this actionable discussion, physician and author Aditi Nerurkar shares tips for managing your stress, boosting your confidence and increasing your resilience. Discover how to spot your stress signals before they spiral — and turn pressure into progress. (This live …

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Sunday Pick: How poetry builds teenagers' confidence (w/ Youth Poet Laureate Naisha Randhar) | How to Be a Better Human 41:12

13d ago41:12

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In honor of National Poetry Month, Chris is speaking with Naisha Randhar. Naisha is the Youth Poet Laureate of Dallas, the author of Roses of Arma, and the youngest guest Chris has ever interviewed — she’s a high school sophomore. Chris and Naisha talk about the inspiring work of teaching teenagers poetry and how to balance self-awareness with self…

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The climate movement needs new stories — here's mine | Fenton Lutunatabua 9:11

14d ago9:11

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"We are not drowning. We are fighting," says storyteller Fenton Lutunatabua, echoing the mantra of the climate activists he works with across the Pacific. He shares stories of the people and communities at the front lines of the climate crisis, proving they're not waiting to be saved — they're demanding action and putting up a fierce fight for the …

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How to speak up — even when you don’t want to | Sarah Crawford-Bohl 13:15

14d ago13:15

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What stops you from speaking up when it matters most? Healthcare leader Sarah Crawford-Bohl offers a practical, compassionate framework to have difficult conversations with clarity and heart — and shows how it can lead to stronger teams and real impact. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Learn more about TED Membersh…

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The AI arsenal that could stop World War III | Palmer Luckey 16:28

15d ago16:28

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AI in warfare is no longer hypothetical; it's inevitable, says Palmer Luckey, an inventor and founder of the defense technology company Anduril Industries. He takes us inside the high-tech arms race to build AI-powered weapons, "killer robots" and autonomous fighter jets at scale — and makes the counterintuitive case for why this may be the surest …

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The role of art and forgiveness in democracy | Marc Bamuthi Joseph and Wendy Whelan 11:28

16d ago11:28

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Can art pave the way for a politically divided nation to move forward? Artist, cultural strategist and TED Fellow Marc Bamuthi Joseph reflects on the role of art, forgiveness and remembrance in the pursuit of public healing — especially at a time when trust is contested and community forums fractured. Wendy Whelan, associate artistic director of th…

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78 | Midlife Revival: Tips To Rediscover Your Purpose Over 40 and Embrace Spiritual Growth 24:16

17d ago24:16

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Send Amy a Text Message. Feeling stuck, lost, or like you’re spiraling in midlife? You’re not alone—and you’re not in crisis. In this powerful episode of Generate Joy, we’re diving deep into what many call a “midlife crisis” and reframing it as a midlife revival. Together, we’ll explore: What a midlife crisis really is—and what it isn’t How God use…

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Your inner fire is your greatest strength | Xiye Bastida 12:48

17d ago12:48

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Hope isn’t just a feeling, but a skill you can practice, explains climate activist Xiye Bastida. Taking cues from the resilience of nature, she shows why trusting Indigenous leaders who’ve protected the planet for generations can help turn despair about the climate into the momentum needed to ignite meaningful change. A powerful reminder that the f…

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255: Uplevel Your Life and Business Alongside a Leading Lady Ambassador with Heidi Schmidt, Jen Howat, Tara De Leon, and Gala McCray 55:06

17d ago55:06

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Let’s meet more of the inspiring Leading Lady Ambassadors! Each of these women fills the expert role in one or more areas of the Strategic Wheel. I developed the Strategic Wheel to help us see ourselves as a whole person when it comes to caring for not just our businesses but our health, relationships, and everything in between! Today, I’m talking …

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Why the only future worth building includes everyone | His Holiness Pope Francis 19:21

18d ago19:21

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A single individual is enough for hope to exist, and that individual can be you, says His Holiness Pope Francis in this searing TED Talk delivered directly from Vatican City. In a hopeful message to people of all faiths, to those who have power as well as those who don't, the spiritual leader provides illuminating commentary on the world as we curr…

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TED Talks Daily Book Club: Love Letter to a Garden | Debbie Millman 40:41

20d ago40:41

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Debbie Millman, host of the Design Matters podcast, another podcast in the TED Audio Collective, doesn’t have a natural green thumb. But when the pandemic hit, she embraced the challenge and picked up gardening as a new hobby. As she learned to grow vegetables in her home garden, she realized the earth had much to teach her about growing as a human…

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