Best Josh Radnor Podcasts (2025)

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How We Met Ol' Swarley | S2E7 "Swarley" 1:05:43

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Josh and Craig are joined by writer Greg Malins, who co-ran Friends before joining How I Met Your Mother for Season 2. They revisit the episode “Swarley” (aired December 8 2006), talking about how Greg helped shape the show’s tone, the accidental (or maybe subconscious) Friends dig in the coffee-shop cold open, and how the “Swarley” name was coined…

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Episode 13: How To Tell (And Find!) Great Stories 26:48

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The real storytelling problem most speakers have is not “how do I tell a story?” but “where do I find one?” In this episode of The Speaker Path® Podcast, Jo Jongsma invites story expert Francisco Mahfuz to break down what a story actually is (hint: not a string of events!), why “tell me a story” instantly freezes your brain, and how to use simple p…

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How We Broke Bad [with Bryan Cranston] | S2E6 "Aldrin Justice" 1:10:34

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Season two, episode six of How We Made Your Mother features a special guest: the legendary Bryan Cranston, who joins Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas to revisit his first appearance as Hammond Druthers in “Aldrin Justice.” Cranston reflects on taking the role right after Malcolm in the Middle ended, how he almost didn’t get Breaking Bad if Fox had orde…

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Flashback: How We Birthed a Turkey | S1E9 "Belly Full of Turkey" 55:37

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To celebrate Thanksgiving, we are flashing back to our Season 1 rewatch of “Belly Full of Turkey.” Josh and Craig reflect on Lily’s hilarious but heartfelt journey into Marshall’s giant Minnesota family, while Ted, Robin, and Barney navigate their own offbeat holiday at a food shelter (and later, a strip club). They discuss Alyson Hannigan’s stando…

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Episode 12: Speaker Coaches React: Esther Perel, Robert Waldinger, and Marilyn York 48:28

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Why do some viral TED/TEDx stories hook us instantly while others stall in the first minute? In this episode, speaker coaches Ioana (Jo) Jongsma and Francisco Mahfuz react to three viral TED/TEDx talks—Esther Perel, Robert Waldinger, and Marilyn York—showing what hooks, what drags, and how to fix it. You’ll get practical moves to open strong (or se…

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How We Got Ridonk [with Joe Manganiello] | S2E5 "World's Greatest Couple" 1:07:48

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Season two, episode five of How We Made Your Mother dives into “World’s Greatest Couple,” where Lily moves in with Barney, and Marshall finds unexpected companionship with Brad—played by guest star Joe Manganiello, who joins Josh and Craig for the episode. The hosts break down how this fan-favorite storyline came together: Lily’s disastrous apartme…

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How We Met the Office Ladies [with Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey] 1:10:33

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Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas welcome Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey of Office Ladies for an “extra-extra-special” crossover episode that celebrates the shared DNA between The Office and How I Met Your Mother. The four trade stories about auditioning, early career struggles, and the naïve confidence it took to chase a dream to Los Angeles. Jenna an…

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How that Wasn't Ted | S2E4 "Ted Mosby: Architect" 1:08:38

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In this episode of How We Made Your Mother, Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas revisit Season 2, Episode 4, “Ted Mosby: Architect,” which aired October 9, 2006. They reflect on the show’s use of music—like the Decemberists’ “Here I Dreamt I Was an Architect”—and how songs became part of Ted’s emotional language. They discuss the episode’s mystery structu…

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Episode 11: How We Survived Our Biggest Speaking Flops 38:13

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Failure happens on stage and off. In this roundtable, Brian Miller, Ioana (Jo) Jongsma, and Francisco Mahfuz share their most painful speaking fails from a joke that died in the opening line, to a mass walk-out mid-talk, to offending a client with a poorly framed stat, and the exact fixes they use today. You’ll get practical tools to prevent repeat…

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How We Met Marshall's Calves | S2E3 "Brunch" 1:08:16

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Season two, episode three of How We Made Your Mother takes on “Brunch,” the HIMYM episode that juggles family chaos, secrets, and spicy breakfast rolls. Josh and Craig reminisce about casting Michael Gross—yes, the dad from Family Ties—as Ted’s father, and how surreal that was for Josh, who grew up watching him on TV in Columbus, Ohio. They unpack …

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How Marshall Met the Apocalyptic Wasteland | S2E2 "The Scorpion and the Toad" 54:50

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Season two, episode two of How We Made Your Mother opens with a message from Brazil, and a story about growing up with HIMYM that sets the tone for a conversation about comfort, change, and creative courage. Josh and Craig discuss “The Scorpion and the Toad,” where Marshall tries to reenter the dating world with Barney as his wingman—only to be rep…

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Episode 10: Speaker Coaches React: Joe Risser, Jess Ekstrom, and Valorie Kondos Field 1:01:21

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What makes a killer opening line and why do even great speakers lose us in the first minute? In this episode of The SpeakerPath Podcast, Brian Miller and Jo Jongsma react to three real TED and TEDx openings. From a dramatic “plank” intro to a story about ice cream, to a world-class coach redefining success, they break down what works, what doesn’t,…

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How We Spent the Summer | S2E1 "Where Were We?" 1:05:41

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Season two of How We Made Your Mother kicks off with a big announcement: the show has officially joined the Office Ladies Network, thanks to a friendship between Josh Radnor and Jenna Fischer. Josh and Craig reminisce about filming “Where Were We,” the How I Met Your Mother season two premiere, breaking down the challenge of picking up right after …

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Season 2 Trailer 4:00

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We're back! How We Made Your Mother returns for another season of rewatching the hit TV series How I Made Your Mother! Josh Radnor and series co-creator Craig Thomas will discuss all 22 episodes of Season 2, including classic episodes like “Ted Mosby: Architect,” “Swarley,” “Slap Bet,” and “Something Blue.” You like guests? We’ve got guests, includ…

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Episode 9: Speaker Coaches React: Scott Galloway, Josh Radnor, Codie Sanchez 16:27

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What can you learn from watching famous speakers even if you don’t like their style? In Episode 9 of The SpeakerPath Podcast, Brian Miller and Jo Jongsma sit down to watch and react to clips from Josh Radnor, Codie Sanchez, and Scott Galloway. From polished actors to business leaders, they unpack the choices each speaker makes in front of an audien…

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Presenting: The Craft of Being with Guest Alek Lev 43:47

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Presenting: Hyperfocus with Guest Craig Thomas 54:38

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Presenting: Life in Seven Songs with Guest Josh Radnor 34:11

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 8: How Speakers Can Prepare For Panels and Fireside Chats 40:31

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Winging it doesn’t work. Panels and fireside chats may feel like casual conversations, but when you’re on stage with a mic, the audience deserves more than whatever comes to mind. In Episode 8 of The SpeakerPath Podcast, Brian Miller and Jo Jongsma break down how to prepare for these formats using core messaging. They explain why “speaking from the…

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Episode 7: Why "Just Be Yourself" Is The Worst Communication Advice 11:54

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Before a big talk or presentation, you’ve probably heard someone say: “Don’t worry. Just be yourself.” It sounds comforting but it’s terrible advice. In Episode 7 of The SpeakerPath Podcast, Ioana Jo Jongsma, presence and performance specialist at Clarity Up, explains why “just be yourself” is vague and impossible to apply when the pressure is high…

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How We Made it Rain | S1E22 "Come On" 1:27:05

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Presenting: Arts Educators Save the World with Guest Craig Thomas 1:02:04

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 6: How Speakers Should Handle Trauma Stories 20:50

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What do you do when your story involves trauma? Whether it’s your own or someone else’s, telling a trauma story on stage can connect deeply or cause harm. The difference is all in how you relate to it. In this episode of The SpeakerPath® Podcast, Brian, Jo, and Francisco share how professional speakers can decide if, when, and how to use stories th…

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How Lily Went AWOL | S1E21 "Milk" 55:14

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Presenting: Arts Educators Save the World with Guest Josh Radnor 44:08

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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How Alek Almost Killed Alyson | S1E20 "Best Prom Ever" 1:05:36

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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General Questions | S1E19 "Mary the Paralegal" 25:32

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 5: 5 Magician Secrets Every Speaker Should Steal 16:06

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Have you ever felt like you’re just not entertaining enough to hold an audience? Here’s the truth: you don’t have to be an entertainer to be entertaining. In this solo episode, Brian Miller shares 5 lessons he learned as a professional magician that will change the way you think about speaking. These are strategies that work whether you’re on stage…

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How There Was Something About Mary [with director Pam Fryman] | S1E19 "Mary the Paralegal" 1:19:51

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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General Questions | S1E18 "Nothing Good Happens After 2 AM" 23:47

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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How Nothing Good Happened | S1E18 "Nothing Good Happens After 2 AM" 59:50

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 4: Why Great Speakers Don’t Obsess Over Hand Gestures 28:48

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Why do so many speaker coaches focus on hand gestures, vocal tone, and how you stand on stage? In this episode, Brian, Jo, and Francisco talk about what makes someone a great speaker and what doesn’t. They get into the real stuff: stress habits, audience trust, and why obsessing over polish can pull you away from your message. This one’s for anyone…

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How We Were Steak Sauce | S1E17 "Life Among the Gorillas" 58:10

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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General Questions | S1E16 "Cupcake" 27:37

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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How We Sat on a Cake | S1E16 "Cupcake" 55:48

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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General Questions | S1E15 "Game Night" 23:46

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 3: How Real Speakers Adapt When the Room Isn’t What They Hoped 31:14

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What do you do when 100 seats are set and only 6 people show up? In this episode, Brian and Jo talk about showing up anyway, how real speakers adapt, stay present, and still make it count when the room isn’t what they hoped. We discussed: What do you do when only six people show up? Why younger speakers panic (and how to stop) How to adjust when th…

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How We Met Your Vader [with Chris Harris] | S1E15 "Game Night" 1:04:14

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 2: Everyone Says “Tell Stories.” So Why Aren’t We Hearing Them? 19:36

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If storytelling is so essential, why does nobody actually do it? Brian, Jo, and Francisco break down what a real story actually is, why most people avoid them, and how to use stories without sounding like you’re performing. We discussed: What actually counts as a story Why facts fade but examples stick Why “let me tell you a story” kills the energy…

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How We Met More Ashley Williams | S1E14 "Zip, Zip, Zip" 40:14

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By Audacy & Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas

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Episode 1: Outsmarting AI: Why Verbal Communication Still Wins 24:09

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If AI can write your emails, your proposals, even your wedding vows, what’s left for humans to do? Brian, Francisco, and Jo discuss verbal speaking skills as the primary differentiator in an increasingly AI and automated world. We discussed: The value of verbal speaking skills in an AI world Our nervous systems make us human Why 'talent' is overrat…