Life Happens Laugh Anyway

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Welcome to episode 199 of the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast, where comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host Cathrine discuss the topic of MIRACLES.    In this episode the ladies will cover… What is a MIRACLE? Their own experiences with MIRACLES. Controversial MIRACLES Biblical MIRACLES Stay tuned all the way to the end because Tracy and Cathrine always share a little scripture to encou...

Welcome to episode 198 of the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast, where comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host Cathrine share their latest air travel adventures and mishaps. Join the duo as they recount their recent trip from Chicago to Houston and back, offering a blend of humorous anecdotes and practical travel tips. In this episode, Cathrine battles her fear of flying with a little hel...

Welcome back to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast! In this episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and co-host Cathrine dive into the compelling documentary "Six Schizophrenic Brothers." Join them as they explore the harrowing story of a family with twelve children, six of whom suffer from schizophrenia, and the challenges they face in navigating mental illness. Tracy and Cathrine discuss the impact...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine discuss their recent trip to Texas and the delightful adventures they encountered, including a memorable Power of Pink Luncheon and meeting some colorful locals. As they approach their 200th episode milestone, Tracy and Cathrin...

Welcome to episode 195 of the "Life Happens, Laugh Anyway" podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host Cathrine. Dive into the cozy vibes of fall as Tracy and Cathrine discuss everything from the latest fashion trends to budget-friendly home decor ideas. Join the laughter as they share their favorite fall recipes, including Gooseberry Patch cookbooks and healthy options from health coach L...

COMEDY ALERT: Do you live in the Bourbonnais, IL area? Join Tracy LIVE for her one-woman comedy show "Life Happens Laugh Anyway" on Friday, October 18, 2024. She will be at Cornerstone Church in Bourbonnais. This is a Ladies Night Out where Tracy will be sharing stand up comedy followed by inspiration for all in attendance to take ONE STEP of faith toward Jesus. Tickets are $15 (plus processing fe...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast! In this episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and co-host Cathrine dive deep into the concept of trust. Building on their previous discussions about truth, they now explore why trust is essential and the challenges in maintaining it. Join Tracy and Cathrine as they uncover the three core drivers of trust - authenticity, logic, and...

Wow! What an amazing episode talking about the very important topic of TRUTH!  Welcome back Humor Consumers to Episode 192 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast with hosts Comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bff Cathrine. This is part 2 of a series on TRUTH. Spoiler Alert: Truth matters a lot! Pull up a chair and grab your favorite cup of something warm and wonderful to absorb the truth about truth....

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! So excited to WELCOME our new sponsor who has crossed over from Humor Consumer to Humor Contributor, our dear friend Vickie Osborne. Thank you Vickie, for your help. We greatly appreciate all of our sponsors. Today, our topic is The Importance of Truth. What a concept. Please listen all the way to the end as there is a lot of...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! Are you tired of the cost of essentials? In episode 190, Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host, Cathrine, will cover... How to save money on food How to save money on gas How to save money on utilities Be aware...there are a few rabbit trails that the gals navigate with plenty of giggles in between. Hope you enjoy! As always a little...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and co-host Cathrine. Episode 189 is coming to you from Cathrine’s kitchen table due to a kitchen remodel. Join us as we dive into a wedding follow-up, sharing the heartfelt moments and humorous mishaps from Cathrine‘s youngest daughter's wedding. We'll discuss the emotional speeches, th...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! In this special episode, Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host, Cathrine, dive into the exciting and often stressful world of wedding planning. With Cathrine's daughter getting married this weekend, the duo shares personal stories and insights on being the mother of the bride and the mother of the groom. From navigating dress choices...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine. In episode 187, Tracy and Cathrine celebrate their podcast journey and delve into the world of houseplants. This episode covers everything from the benefits of having houseplants, the easiest plants to grow indoors, and the occasional plant murders committed by our...

Welcome to episode 186 of the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host Cathrine. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive into the documentary "I Am: Celine Dion," available on Amazon Prime, which explores the renowned singer's journey with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare and debilitating disorder. They provide an overview of the documentary, sharing insights in...

Welcome back, Humor Consumers, to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast. I In episode 185, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine, delve into the intriguing topic of assertiveness, particularly focusing on women over 50. Join them for a 45-minute conversation that promises to be both enlightening and entertaining. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine explore... what assertiveness...

Greetings Humor Consumers! Do you want to have thicker skin? Want to be less offended? Tune into Episode 184 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast where co-hosts Tracy DeGraaf and her bff Cathrine talk about….  * Brant Hansen’s book “Unoffendable”  * Why we are so easily offended 🙃  * Tips to stop being so offended 👍 Tracy will share a little from her experience as a performer and speaker whe...

Hey Humor Consumers... This week on the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast we are covering "Hillbilly Elegy and the affects of addiction." Tune in here: https://tracydegraaf.com/podcast SPOILER ALERT….WE ARE GOING TO TELL YOU WHAT THIS MOVIE IS ALL ABOUT.  Here's what you can expect from listening today... Review of 2020 Netflix Ron Howard film Hillbilly Elegy, the true life story of now Republican...

Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie Cathrine in episode 182 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast "How to prepare for a storm." Thee takeaways from today’s episode: Cathrine and Tracy will share their own experiences from the recent derecho storm that came through the Chicagoland area. (Cathrine from her mom's assisted living facility and Tracy from her crawlspace.) Tips on h...

Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie Cathrine in episode 181 of the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast as they dive into the world of emotions. Thee takeaways from today’s episode: Discover insights from Dr. Charles Stanley's book, "Emotions: Confront the Lies, Conquer with Truth," and learn how to harness your emotions for good. Explore the pros and cons of trusting your emotions...

Welcome to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast! In this exciting 180th episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie, Cathrine, take you on a hilarious and insightful journey. Join them as they broadcast from their pod lab, preparing to add video content in 2024! In today's episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive deep into the world of control freaks. They discuss the characteristics of a...

Welcome back, humor consumers, to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast. In this episode, comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her co-host and bestie, Cathrine, celebrate a milestone of over 19,000 downloads! They reflect on their podcast journey, the joy of connecting with listeners, and a delightful bridal shower they recently hosted. As they dive into the main topic, Tracy and Cathrine explore various re...

Welcome to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway podcast, hosted by comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her bestie co-host, Cathrine. In this episode, Tracy and Cathrine explore the thought-provoking and heartwarming documentary 'Dick Johnson is Dead'. Join them as they delve into the themes of mortality, grief, and the afterlife, while sharing their own personal experiences and insights. Tracy and Cathrine discus...

Welcome to the Life Happens, Laugh Anyway podcast with comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her best friend and co-host, Cathrine! In this hilarious and informative episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive into the often-avoided topic of colonoscopies. This episode is packed with humor, personal anecdotes, and crucial information that could potentially save your life. Join them as they discuss the importance of col...

**Welcome to the Life Happens Laugh Anyway Podcast** Join comedian Tracy DeGraaf and her best friend Cathrine in episode 176 as they discuss chronic inflammation, its causes, effects, and remedies. Tracy shares her personal journey with inflammation and her elimination diet, while Cathrine offers insights on anti-inflammatory diets, stress management, and gut health. Listeners will learn about: -...