Tuesday People

It's a day of thanks on today's Tuesday People podcast. And today, host Mitch Albom talks about family, the importance of putting differences aside, and keeping the family structure in tact, Whether it's politics, beliefs, or a past squabble that's keeping you from talking to a family member, perhaps it's time to pull that extra chair up to the table this Thanksgiving, and consider adding a side o...

There is a moment in every person's life where we have to say goodbye to someone we love. It's what we do with that moment—and how we prepare for that moment—that really matters. On today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, on the 26th anniversary of Morrie Schwartz's deat, host Mitch Albom discusses the last Tuesday he spent with his beloved professor, and how both he and Morrie brought clos...

In today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, Mitch Albom shares one final lesson from his new book, "The Stranger in the Lifeboat." Often, when things don't go our way, we blame God - or our higher power - for not coming through for us and answering our prayers. As Mitch discusses in the book, "God starts things .Man stops them." Don't blame the universe for things it's not responsible for. I...

Morrie Schwartz once said, "The distance between death and life is not as great as you imagine." That's the lesson we'll be discussing in today's Tuesday People Podcast. With the release of host Mitch Albom's latest book, "The Stranger in the Life Boat," we continue last week's discussion about God, Heaven and who is there to hear you when you pray for help. Mitch will read an excerpt from the boo...

In a time of great need, have you ever shouted out to God or the universe for help? Hoping that someone would hear you and answer your prayers? That's the premise of today's episode: A lesson taken from Mitch Albom's latest book, "A Stranger in the Lifeboat." Mitch reads an excerpt from his new book, and discusses how this lesson connects with the teachings of Morrie, and how you can learn to reco...

On today's Tuesday People podcast, in observation of World Mental Health day, we talk about the importance of erasing the stigma surrounding mental illness. Producer Lisa talks about a disorder she has dealt with since childhood, and host Mitch Albom shares a fear of his with our listeners. Whether you experience anxiety, spend endless days cycling through OCD rituals - or if you, or a loved one,...

With the passing of our 100th episode, we are circling back to the very beginning, starting with that fateful day at Brandeis University when Mitch stepped foot into Morrie Schwartz's classroom for the first time. Mitch - reading from the pages of "Tuesdays With Morrie" - takes you back to those moments that became, not only the best selling memoir of all time, but this podcast you're listening to...

What happens when you get medical news that is less than welcome? Are you someone who calmly sits and digests information, strategically planning your next steps? Are you a silver lining-weaver? Or are you a person who automatically jumps to the worst-case scenario before you're even armed with concrete facts? On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, we'll discuss the four ways to handle...

The Tuesday People Podcasts hits 100! Join us for this very special 100th episode celebration as we take a look back at Morrie's wisdom over 100 Tuesdays, and how his words have lent themselves to so many meaningful and inspirational discussions. From regrets, to human touch, to forgiveness, to love - this little podcast on life lessons has become a big hit, thanks to all of you. Thank you all for...

How has your marriage or relationship weathered the pandemic? Did it bring you closer together? Are you one of the 45% of couples who faced stress because of financial difficulties during the past year and a half? Or are you one of the 51% of couples whose relationship has deepened during the pandemic? Relationships can be strained in the best of times. Being quarantined with the one you love for...

The car's been unloaded, the dorm room's been decorated, and it's one last hug before you drive away from campus. You've done it: you've dropped your kid off at college. With your nest just a little bit emptier and your teenager most likely on their own for the first time, It's a big adjustment for everyone involved. While you may remember what college was like from the viewpoint of a student, bei...

In honor of Labor Day, we're taking a look at labor and the place it has in all of our lives. What is labor? The process of labor signals a new life in childbirth. Labor is the work we all do every day. A task we do from deep in our hearts is defined as a "labor of love." There are a lot of ways to look at labor, and in today's Tuesday People podcast episode, host Mitch Albom - with words of wisdo...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom interviews musician, Lanny Cordola. Lanny is the founder of a group based in Afghanistan called The Miraculous Love Kids. The organization was created around the premise that “it shouldn’t hurt to be a child.” That a kid with a melody in their heart has hope, and with hope all things are possible. Since 2010, Lanny has followed the song...

When faced with adversity, challenging life situations or crippling news, the first step in climbing out of moments of great distress is to concentrate on getting one thing done. One simple thing. Putting one foot in front of the other and taking that first step. On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses this topic, using Morrie's personal words of wisdom as a gu...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses group behavior - specifically, how we interact with one another when we're part of a group, and how we choose the groups we decide to join. Do you seek out groups that validate your opinions? Or do you lean toward a group dynamic that values an exchange of ideas, even if those ideas are different from your own? From famil...

What type of charitable giver are you? Do you round up clothes every year to give to local charities in your area? Do you have a list of organizations you contribute to on an annual basis? Are you there to help out friends who start funding campaigns online? Maybe you volunteer your time reading to local school children or packing meals for your area's senior community. On this week's episode of t...

On this Tuesday People Podcast, we talk about procrastination and regrets. Those moments that give us pause as to how long we should put off the things that we really want to do. Have you been putting a life experience on hold until after "___"? (Fill in the blank with whatever excuse to procrastinate you've been using to *not* do that thing you know you really, really want to do!) If you've been...

On today's Tuesday People podcast we discuss graduations. Why do they stop after college? Why shouldn't there be the same type of recognition for similar moments in life? Shouldn't all meaningful passages we go through end with some sort of celebration of our successful transition? Inspired by a recent graduation at Mitch's Have Faith Haiti Mission & Orphanage, Mitch believes we should give oursel...

Sudden death. It's nothing we ever prepare for, nor is it the sort of death most people think about when they picture themselves at the end of their lives. On today's Tuesday People episode, Mitch Albom shares a harrowing story of his past two weeks spent in Haiti, at the same time the country's president was assassinated. With martial law being declared, borders closed and a mandatory lockdown is...

Today's Tuesday People episode is a special retrospective of past programs that highlight some of Morrie's most beloved aphorisms and lessons. Host Mitch Albom and producer Lisa Goich, start with how "Tuesdays With Morrie” came to be, then move on to what could be called the pillars of Morrie's "House of Wisdom": Giving is Living; Forgive Others, Forgive Yourself; Death Ends a Life, Not a Relation...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom, along with producer Lisa Goich, walk through the shifts from dependence to independence, then back to dependence again. A topic often discussed with Morrie during their Tuesday visits together. How do we make these changes with grace and acceptance? How do we shift with ease? From the time we are born, we are alternating between b...

Welcome to "The Parentless Club." That's the topic of today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast. Host Mitch Albom, and producer, Lisa Goich, discuss what happens when the strings to both your parents are cut for the last time. Who do you turn to when you have questions? Who is the keeper of the family history now that both parents are gone? We'll discuss all of the hurdles you'll face - and ho...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast we talk about fathers and how they often get short-changed when it comes to the spotlight being shined upon them. As we prepare for Father's Day, host Mitch Albom - along with words of wisdom from his beloved former professor Morrie Schwartz - discusses the significance of recognizing our fathers for the important role they have in our lives, and ho...

We live in a culture where we are told that being #1 is the goal and nothing short of that will suffice. Not #2, not #3...not even Top 10. On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom - along with wisdom from his former professor, Morrie Schwartz - talks about how you can switch your mindset, and learn how to be happy by embracing those things you're good at without putting p...

On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses the three forms of sacrifice: The sacrifices you make for yourself, those you make for others and the sacrifices we make for society. All are different and require a unique outlook to achieve this selfless act. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices