Life and Laughter

I had an open and enlightening interview with Shawn. We talked about how avoiding discussions about race really limits our ability to grow and connect as a society, and having tough conversations is the only way forward. I appreciate his candor and his knowledge when it comes to diversity and racism. Shawn Newell is a resident of Cottonwood Heights, serving on its city council. He serves as a comm...

You wouldn't think that spelling would bring about any kind of life lesson, but you'd be wrong.  In this episode, I talk about three lessons that taught me how to forgive mistakes, stop listening to critics and find my power. You can help support this podcast by becoming a monthly supporter on my Anchor page! Even a small donation helps keep this podcast going. You can also purchase my Life &...

I thought for this 20th episode, I'd talk with my podcast producer, Roger Tuttle. Roger is an award-winning photojournalist and a Professor of Communications at the University of Utah. We share our favorite photos and talk about the emotional connection pictures and images create. I've posted these photos on my Facebook and Instagram pages. Please share your favorite photos and tell the stories be...

The Power of Positivity is not just a feel-good, slap a smile on your face kind of power. It's a genuine connection to kindness and love, and a reminder that we're all in this together. For better or worse. On this episode, I talk about what the Power of Positivity is - and what it isn't.  Please rate and review this podcast on your favorite platform. Thanks to all my Life & Laughter list...

Dr. Susan Madsen is dedicated to developing and advancing women into positions of leadership . As a professor, author, thought leader, speaker and coach, Susan helps empower women to step into their true power. As a founder of the Utah Women & Leadership Project, Susan serves Utah residents by producing relevant, trustworthy, and applicable research; creating and gathering valuable resources;...

Laughter has been proven to help people connect, heal, play and love. In this episode, I talk about the ways laughter is good for us: L - Let go A - Authentic Connection U - Upshifts Energy G - Grounds us in the moment H - Happiness  Thanks to all my listeners for following my podcast! If you're interested in becoming a monthly supporter, it costs as little as $4.99! Lots of love and laughter...

My guest on this podcast is Amanda Darrow (she/her), the Director of Youth, Family, and Education at the Utah Pride Center. With a Master’s degree in Education and a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Amanda worked in higher and elementary education before joining the Utah Pride Center.  She is passionate about inclusion and soc...

In this solo episode, I talk to myself about how we need to step back, take a breath and redefine how we view success.  We need to soften and have fun and relearn how to play.  Enjoy this episode! You can help support this podcast by becoming a monthly supporter, for as little as $4.99 per month. Or you can purchase my Life & Laughter humor column compilation for $12 on Venmo @Peri-K...

For more than 30 years, Mary Nickles has been a figure of trust and intelligence as an anchor on KUTV2 in Salt Lake City. She is dedicated to the community and is an advocate for truth, even as the media has been under attack. Mary was influenced by her parents, her big family, and her hometown of Renton, Washington - and she's a wicked volleyball player. Ten years ago, Mary shared her very public...

Tom Haraldsen is an award-winning newspaper editor and journalist, and author. He's a San Francisco Giants fan, a super-great guy - and my husband.  In this podcast, we talk about how to become a more supportive partner and work together to build something really cool. You can help support my Life and Laughter Podcast by purchasing my Life & Laughter book for $12. You can Venmo me @Peri-K...

From Portuguese immigrant to successful CEO, Eugenia Battaglia, the creator of Style with Eugenia and Inside Out, has an eye for style and a heart for mental health and self-empowerment. Eugenia’s companies are centered around helping people look, but more importantly feel, their best.  Eugenia is a certified Nordstrom and Dillards stylist and has helped hundreds of women dress to fit their l...

Lynda Smart Brown has spent decades creating a better world for children. The founder of several organizations including Kids Eat , Kids Read Uganda and the Murray Children's Pantry , Lynda just gets things done. Learn how she developed a philanthropic heart and how she's still doing more - even in her 70s. She has such a fun energy and I'm basically just along for the ride during this conversatio...

I talk to myself on this episode, discussing a couple of examples of how the thoughts we think create the world around us. Thoughts are powerful. Think carefully.  You can support this podcast by making a donation on Anchor or purchasing my Life & Laughter book for only $12! Venmo me @Peri-Kinder Thanks for listening!

I sit down with Utah stand-up comedian Spencer King as we talk about humor, kids, comedy, depression, TikTok, and how the world could use some more laughter.  You can catch Spencer at WiseGuys or check out his DryBar comedy on TikTok.  

What a beautiful conversation I had with yoga and meditation teacher Lucinda Dillon , owner of Vitalize Community & Healing Arts Studio. I talk with Lucy about how yoga has helped her heal during the last 18 months of loss, disconnection and heartbreak. Whether you're a regular yoga practitioner, or you've never stepped one foot on a yoga mat, this conversation will give you tools for healing...

Dan Clark is a tremendous force in this world - teaching millions of people how to live a life of significance and joy. He was named one of the Top 10 Speakers in the World, he has dozens of best-selling books, he's a leadership expert - and he's my guest today to talk about purpose, passion, significance and love.  You can follow Dan on Facebook and Instagram

Amy Donaldson-Brass started as a journalist with the Deseret News in 1991, covering crime and corrections. In 2000, she started her career as a sports writer and spent two decades telling the stories behind the athletes and sports she covered. She was presented with the 2016 Sports Writer of the Year and was inducted into the Utah Softball Hall of Fame in 2014. She is an executive producer with KS...

I was so honored to talk to the beautiful and talented Rebecca Cressman for this episode. Rebecca Cressman is the host of FM100.3’s Midday Show playing music every workday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and she's been a voice in our ears for 30 years. She is an Emmy-nominated TV host and the voice of the Red Rocks, the U of U gymnastics team! Follow her on Facebook  to enjoy her adventures! T...

I talk with yoga/meditation instructor, shaman-in-training and former TV personality Amandha Jones about her spiritual journey, and what she's learned along the way. Check out Amandha's website! Don't miss this episode! Listeners are invited to purchase my Life & Laughter book (a compilation of 10 years of humor columns) for only $12! Venmo $12 plus your name and address to @Peri-Kinder and I'...

My daughter Kelsee Tia joins me on my Life & Laughter podcast to discuss the evolution of working moms. How can women change the conversation and how can men help us create a better partnership?  Check out this great episode and share it with your friends! Listeners are invited to purchase my Life & Laughter book (a compilation of 10 years of humor columns) for only $12! Venmo $12 plu...

Villa Leadership CEO and Founder Merrilee Buchanan joins me to discuss Imposter Syndrome.  What is it? Who has it? Or, the better question, Who doesn't have it? Merrilee works with women worldwide to help them step up as leaders, and teaches men and women to create a healthy work environment where everyone can succeed. Check out Villa Leadership.  Enjoy this conversation and share it wit...

In my first episode, I talk with my husband (veteran journalist and editor Tom Haraldsen) about how busy-ness addiction moves us toward fear - and away from love. We discuss the signs you might be addicted to being busy, including: Feeling guilty when you rest, Always talking about how busy you are, Living on sugar and caffeinated beverages. I also give some tips to help practice stillness, like:...