May I Elaborate? Sound Wisdom from JB Smoove

Latest Episodes:

Fuel Tank Nov 09, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles explain that your education is a life long journey.

Today’s Quote:

“Fill your mind with knowledge – it’s the only kind of power no one can take away from you.” – Min Jin Lee (Keep Calm and Carry On Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Mona Lisa Smile Nov 08, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles challenge you to create your own definition of “perfect.”

Today’s Quote:

“Some things are meant to be broken. Imperfect. Chaotic. It’s universe’s way of providing contrast, you know? There have to be a few holes in the road. It’s how life is.” - Sarah Dessen (Keep Calm and Carry On Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Nae Nae Nov 05, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles encourage you to start thinking small.

Today's Quote:

“Be as simple as you can be; you will be astonished to see how uncomplicated and happy your life can be.” Paramahansa Yogananda (Zen Page-a-Day Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Elephant in the Room Nov 04, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles challenge you to take off your mask and reveal your true character.

Today’s Quote:

“There is no reality except the one contained within us. That is why so many people live such and unreal life. They take images outside of them for reality and never allow the world within to assert itself.” - Hermann Hesse (Zen Page-a-Day Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Skunks Nov 03, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles ask you to stop fighting the current and start enjoying the waters.

Today’s Quote:

“Just let go. Let go of how you thought your life should be and embrace the life that is trying to work its way into your consciousness.” -Caroline Myss (Zen Page-a-Day Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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The Great Voila Nov 02, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles remind you to seek out wonder, even in the mundane.

Today’s Quote:

“Magic is very related to happiness…It is not there all the time, but there are beautiful moments of magic in everyone’s life.” Penelope Cruz (Keep Calm and Carry On Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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The Donaldson Initiative Nov 01, 2021

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Today JB Smoove and Miles ask you to stop wasting today worrying about tomorrow.

Today’s Quote:

“Tain’t worth while to wear a day out before it comes.” Sarah Orne Jewett (Keep Calm and Carry On Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Star Week: Andy Richter Oct 29, 2021

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Today Andy Richter joins JB Smoove and Miles as we “Reach for the F***ing Stars!” The brilliant comedian and Team Coco family member joins the show to explain how you can start driving your life’s covered wagon into a promising future.

Today’s Quote:

“Every time you are tempted to react in the same old way, ask if you want to be a prisoner of the past or a pioneer of the future. The past is closed and limited; the future is open and free.” – Deepak Chopra (Keep Calm and Carry On Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Star Week: Roy Wood Jr. Oct 28, 2021

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Roy Wood Jr. has been making us laugh and think on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah for years. Today he shares his unique perspective with JB Smoove and Miles as we continue to “Reach for the F***ing Stars!” Hear them explain why you should make an effort to chase change - and be sure to check out Roy’s new stand-up special "Roy Wood Jr.: Imperfect Messenger" when it premieres on Comedy Central 10/29 at 10:30pm ET.

Today’s Quote:

“New methods change the experience and new experiences change man.”– Karlheinz Stockhausen (Keep Calm and Carry On Calendar, Workman Publishing).

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Star Week: Cheryl Hines Oct 27, 2021

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Today actress Cheryl Hines joins JB Smoove and Miles as we “Reach for the F***ing Stars!” Fresh off the season 11 premiere of "Curb Your Enthusiasm," co-stars JB and Cheryl join forces once again to explain why a small dose of fear is actually a prettay, prettay good thing.

Today’s Quote:

“Fear knocked on the door. Faith answered it.” - The Sopranos Be sure and check out Cheryl's podcast with Tig Notaro in which the two discuss a new documentary every week, "Tig and Cheryl: True Story." Follow JB on Twitter.

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