Tuesday People

On this week's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast with Mitch Albom we explore the profound impact of mothers and the weight of their loss. As Mitch celebrates the anniversary of the release of his book, "For One More Day," he reflects on the loss of his mother who inspired the book. There's no denying that the loss of a mother is different from any other loss in our lives, and the way it shapes...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom poses the question "Who was the first person to treat you like an adult?" Mitch and Producer Lisa share their stories of being recognized and respected as individuals for the first time by those who saw them as more than just kids. For Mitch it was his beloved professor, Morrie Schwartz. From parents to grandparents to teachers, li...

The Autumn of our lives - both literally and figuratively - is a time of change. We go from the vibrancy of summer, to the golds and reds and brisk breezes of the fall, which leads us into the dark of winter. If you aren't embracing all that is Autumn, you'll want to tune into this week's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast with Mitch Albom as he shares wisdom from Morrie about the beauty of nat...

Have you ever faced terror in your life? True terror? Where your life or family or property was in jeopardy? On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom gives listeners an update on the upheaval in Haiti and how it is affecting the children of the Have Faith Haiti Mission. Haiti is experiencing an upsurge in criminal activities and gang violence, leading to a state of height...

The Circle of Life is at the heart of this week's Tuesday People podcast as our host, Mitch Albom, dives into the topic of lineage and how children carry us into the future. Through the strands of DNA, our little ones hold the key to carrying on the stories of our forefathers and foremothers, which are the backbone of our identity. No matter how far we venture, our characteristics and values follo...

It's back to school time! Which is the perfect time to honor Morrie Schwartz - and professors like him - who make an impact on their students' academic journeys. In this episode of the Tuesday People podcast, we will explore the power of finding mentors who not only teach, but inspire students to reach for their dreams. These mentors have the power to shape career aspirations and provide a guiding...

In this week's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses a common fear shared by many: going to the doctor. Drawing from his experience with five of the Haitian children staying with him from the Have Faith Haiti Mission, Mitch shares how, at different ages, we're afraid of different things. And how, as we grow older, we tap into those fears we had as children, and they res...

There's something truly extraordinary about old friends and their unparalleled significance in our lives. They become the quintessential witnesses to our growth. Old friends have seen us through awkward phases, broken hearts, career changes, and all the remarkable triumphs and hardships life has to offer. On today’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom and Producer Lisa Goich ce...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom dives into the pervasive problem of meanness in society. From politicians to the media to individuals on the street, it seems that everyone has been given permission to be cruel to one another. We explore the ways in which this behavior is perpetuated and examine the potential impact it can have on our mental and emotional well-bei...

As our lives become increasingly busy and technology allows us to connect with people around the world, it's easy to forget about the people right next door. On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses the concept of neighborhoods, and how we've lost this connection to those in our immediate communities.  Whether it's through a simple wave or a neighborhood barbecu...

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and at times, it can be difficult to find the strength we need to keep going. On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses the unexpected strength of the human spirit, and how you can harness it when the going gets tough. Whether it's after a job loss, break-up, or the passing of a loved one, it's essential to find the st...

As Mitch Albom boards the bus for this year's birthday feast in Buffalo, we spend today celebrating our Tuesday People host and his annual celebration of food, glorious food! We start today's episode with birthday greetings from you, our Tuesday People posse. Then Mitch asks all of you to think back to a time when you did something just for the pleasure of doing it. Where you ate without knowledge...

Just hours before Mother's Day, host Mitch Albom and his wife attended the 2023 ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation Gala, in honor of Chad Carr and Michael Mosier, two children who lost their lives far too soon from the same pediatric brain cancer that took the life of the Albom's beloved daughter, Chika. Held on the eve before Mother's Day, it was a reminder of just what a bittersweet holiday this i...

Safety. What does it mean to you? On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses the two sides of fear. Those fears that arise from triggering words or situations we sometimes face that make us feel uncomfortable, versus the fears that some around the world face each day just in order to live. The lawlessness and gang violence that is dominating Haiti’s capital city i...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom - fresh from attending a condolence call at a neighbor's home - discusses the benefits of the Jewish tradition of sitting Shiva. Through those in attendance, it's a time for those in mourning to be reminded of life: Life through food. Life through conversation. Life through laughter. Life through friendship and memories. And - in t...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast we are delighted to have Morrie's son, Rob Schwartz, join us to talk about the newly released book, "The Wisdom of Morrie," written by Morrie Schwartz prior to his ALS diagnosis, and edited by Rob. In the book, Morrie asks the questions, "Who am I really? What have I done? What is important and meaningful to me? What difference does it make that I h...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom welcomes Dave Stubbs, a Michigan actor who played Morrie Schwartz in the Great Escape Stage Company's staging of "Tuesdays With Morrie" in Marshall, Michigan. Mitch and Dave discuss what it was like playing Morrie, what Dave learned from Morrie's lessons, and how it transformed him and his life once the play was over. Tune in for t...

On this week's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom continues with part two of last week's show, "Joy Comes in the Morning." This week we discuss the fear that sometimes envelopes us throughout the day and how simply setting a goal for the day when you wake up in the morning - starting with gratitude - can set you on the path to less fear and worry, and a much happier, joy-fille...

The lesson behind today's episode title, Joy Comes in the Morning, is inspired by this passage from Psalm 30:05, "Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy cometh in the morning." Host Mitch Albom discusses those things that keep us up at night, that seem so insurmountable by the light of the moon, but lose their impetus once the sun rises at the start of a new day. Producer Lisa talks about the lo...

Weather folklore refers to the month of March as "In like a lion, out like a lamb." Unpredictable weather (the lion), turning to warmer and calmer temperatures more in line with Mary's little friend (the lamb). But this Lion/Lamb phenomenon can apply to many seasons of our own lives. Host Mitch Albom talks about these life moments and suggests thinking about the Marches in your life that repeat th...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, we tip our hats to caregivers everywhere. Host Mitch Albom shares the speech he gave at the celebration of life for his good friend, Augie Nieto, and pays tribute to Augie's wife, Lynne, who was a partner in Augie's care for the last 18 years of his life as he battled ALS. We hear Morrie's thoughts on being cared for in his final days, and discuss...

He couldn't walk, but he moved mountains. He couldn't speak, but he said so much. He couldn't write, but he left behind countless messages, and his last one, which appeared a few days ago, showing up in hundreds of email boxes, contained the simple aching phrase: Keep me in your heart. On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom pays tribute to his friend and founder of Augi...

"You either win, or you learn," said Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback, Jalen Hurts after his team lost this weekend's Superbowl game against the Kansas City Chiefs. "It's a tough feeling to come up short," he continued. "It's a very tough feeling, but I know the direction is to rise and that will be the M.O. going forward. That will be the mentality going forward." On today's episode of the Tuesda...

When is the last time you looked out of a window? Not just to take a quick glance, but to really study what was on the other side of the glass between you and the world? On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom, and producer Lisa Goich, discuss the windows of the world we often take for granted. And share Morrie's lesson that life outside of our windows is something to be...

If you need a new perspective on life, a new way of looking at the world, look no further than the nearest baby. Host Mitch Albom discusses the things he's discovered since baby Nadie has joined the Albom family in Michigan, from their Have Faith Haiti Mission and Orphanage, in Port Au Prince, Haiti. As Nadie begins to explore her surroundings, Mitch has been exploring right alongside her, and has...