The Way We Live Now

Ep. 59: Friday Listener Stories Jul 03, 2020

Today we hear from a caller who was once on life support about how the experience shifted her entire world view; Kendra, a listener who finds comfort in the little moments she shares with her nine-year-old daughter; and a woman with bipolar II disorder who has come up with her own strategy for managing her days in quarantine. To share your story—and to connect with others about how they’re living now—visit our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thewaywelivenowpod

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Ep. 58: Dani Jul 02, 2020

The host of this podcast looks back on the intimate, thought-provoking conversations she’s had over the past 57 episodes, and describes the way she’s living now.

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Ep. 57: Elizabeth Jul 01, 2020

The founder of a beloved East Coast retreat center misses the magic that happens when we gather together in person to learn, or to celebrate, or to mourn.

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Ep. 56: Eric Jun 30, 2020

An E.R. doctor describes an unsettling decrease in emergency room visits, and wonders just how many patients in need of urgent care are avoiding the hospital due to fears of COVID.

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Ep. 55: Natashia Jun 29, 2020

A creative writing teacher, author, lawyer, and activist — balancing multiple careers, a son with special needs, a teenage daughter, and a husband — unwinds at the end of the day by driving around with no destination in mind.

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Ep. 59: Friday Listener Stories Jun 26, 2020

Today we hear from Mary, who has to watch her sister battle brain cancer from afar; Carol, a childcare center director who’s now fighting to keep her industry afloat; and Greg, who recently underwent stem cell treatment for lymphoma. To share your story—and to potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 53: Mark Jun 25, 2020

A psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher discusses the hard truths many of us are being forced to confront while our busy lives are on hold.

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Ep. 52: Chelsea Jun 24, 2020

A writer and musician feels resentful of the growing carelessness she sees in public spaces, knowing that her parents—both nurses—continue to put their lives on the line every day.

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Ep. 51: Arthur Jun 23, 2020

A psychiatrist and medical anthropologist, who became his wife’s primary caregiver after she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, shares what he’s learned about the transformative experience of caring for those who are too ill to take care of themselves.

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Ep. 50: Ally Jun 22, 2020

A yoga teacher learns to get comfortable with the discomfort of knowing that we live in an unpredictable, uncontrollable world.

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Ep. 49: Friday Listener Stories Jun 19, 2020

Today we hear from Alicia, an English teacher who got a grim preview of life during lockdown during video chats with her students in China; Tanya, a school food services director in Paradise, CA, which is still recovering from the devastating wildfire that swept through in 2018; and Gail, who recently took on the strange, heartbreaking task of planning a Zoom funeral for her mother. To share your story—and to potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 48: Niamey Jun 18, 2020

A breast cancer surgeon is back in the O.R., operating on patients who had to put off major procedures during lockdown.

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Ep. 47: Bryan Jun 17, 2020

The obituary editor for The Boston Globe fields requests from grieving families dealing with a unique kind of pain right now: the understanding that they can’t say a proper goodbye to their loved ones.

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Ep. 46: Erica Jun 16, 2020

A woman new to organizing decides to hold a small protest in her Connecticut town—and is moved to tears when she sees how many people show up to march alongside her.

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Ep. 45: Patrick Jun 15, 2020

A farmer in Connecticut is stunned—and grateful—to see his business booming as his customers embrace a slower pace of life.

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Ep. 44: Friday Listener Stories Jun 12, 2020

Today we hear from Kristen, a new mom who has real reservations about the world she’ll be raising her daughter in; Danica, a mental health professional who can’t keep up with the demand for her services; and Julie, an artist questioning whether she really wants to go back to the way things were. To share your story—and to potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 43: Allison Jun 11, 2020

A Nashville-based singer-songwriter reimagines her live performances, and celebrates the little things with her 10-year-old, who has autism.

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Ep. 42: Austin Jun 10, 2020

An author and anti-racism activist hopes the commitment to change persists once everyone heads back to their workplaces, schools, and houses of worship.

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Ep. 41: Kimberly Jun 09, 2020

A documentary filmmaker with a rare neurological disorder draws strength from a community of people who know what it’s like to live with chronic illness.

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Ep. 40: Maya Jun 08, 2020

A single writer who had just started dating for the first time since her divorce navigates a new, promising relationship.

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Ep. 39: Friday Listener Stories Jun 05, 2020

On today’s episode, we hear from Emily, who is trying to manage a family member’s scary mental health crisis; a listener who admits she’s resorted to hiding in her car in order to get some time alone; and Judith, who learned about the sudden death of her estranged husband just a couple weeks ago. To share your story—and potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 38: Kiese Jun 04, 2020

A writer and professor in Mississippi reflects

on this moment of reckoning.

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Ep. 37: Carolyn & Darcy Jun 03, 2020

Two small business owners from upstate New York make the heartbreaking decision to shutter their beloved shop.

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Ep. 36: Rouben Jun 02, 2020

A flight attendant and yoga instructor stays grounded—literally and figuratively—during a two-month leave from his airline.

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Ep. 35: Anna Jun 01, 2020

An author whose third book was published in early May tries to navigate a virtual book tour—and remain optimistic about the future of the novel she worked on for more than three years.

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Ep. 34: Friday Listener Stories May 29, 2020

On today’s episode, we hear from Allie, who, in an effort to manage her anxiety, had finally gotten permission to start working from home one day a week; Meg, a nurse practitioner whose grown sons had lots of happy milestones to look forward to in 2020; and Sarah, who found herself despairing over the state of the planet long before the pandemic hit. To share your story—and potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 33: Terry May 28, 2020

One of our most beloved chroniclers of the natural world feels more connected than ever to the environment—and to her students, now scattered all over the globe.

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Ep. 32: Omar May 27, 2020

An NYC-based chef, quarantining with family in the city where he grew up, gains a new perspective on his hometown—and his place in it.

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Ep. 31: Galen May 26, 2020

A Unitarian Universalist minister advocates for a new kind of spiritual practice—gratitude—one even the least religious among us can draw comfort from.

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Ep. 30: Shy May 25, 2020

An up-and-coming actor in L.A. refuses to abandon her lifelong dream, instead using her time at home to get ready for her big break when restrictions lift.

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Ep. 29: Friday Listener Stories May 22, 2020

On today’s episode, we hear from Suzie, who has been unable to visit her parents in their assisted living facility down the road; Abby, whose six-year-old has some strong opinions about both the pandemic and her dad’s new haircut; and Robert, a truck driver who has seen both the best and the worst of humanity along his route. To share your story—and potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 28: Brandon May 21, 2020

An Alabama-based chef puzzles over the theft of his restaurant’s 18-foot barbecue rig, taken just days after his city’s stay-at-home order began.

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Ep. 27: Elissa May 20, 2020

A writer shelters in place with the very person she spent years trying to distance herself from: her 84-year-old mother, Rita.

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Ep. 26: Randall May 19, 2020

A psychiatrist specializing in addiction talks about the unique challenges people in recovery are facing — and shares some advice for anyone worried that their coping mechanisms are doing more harm than good.

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Ep. 25: Lindsey May 18, 2020

An indie rock star, accustomed to life on the road, now finds herself writing songs for her new album from her childhood bedroom.

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Ep. 24: Friday Listener Stories May 15, 2020

On today’s episode, we hear from Diana, a textile artist-turned-activist; Petra, a Londoner starting over after separating from her husband; Amy, a children’s book author juggling work and homeschooling her autistic son; and an American in Prague who was unable to come home due to travel restrictions. To share your story—and potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 23: Gabe May 14, 2020

A fourth-year medical student graduates early to join his colleagues on the frontlines of New York City’s pandemic response.

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Ep. 22: Michael May 13, 2020

A university president tries to plan for an uncertain future — and considers ways to make his campus safe enough to welcome students back in the fall.

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Ep. 21: Suleika May 12, 2020

A writer and cancer survivor, leaning on lessons she learned while battling leukemia in her 20s, now helps others make meaningful connections as they adjust to life in isolation.

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Ep. 20: Antonio May 11, 2020

The owner of a famed small hotel in Positano, Italy — who would normally be making preparations for the busiest time of year — finds beauty and solace in his beloved village, and the unexpected gift of slowing down.

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Ep. 19: Friday Listener Stories May 08, 2020

On today’s episode, we hear from Valerie, a mobile dog groomer; Bethany, recovering from major surgery; Maritsa, a grocery store manager; and Jessica, who lost her home in the tornadoes that swept through Tennessee at the end of March. To share your story—and potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 18: Gabby May 07, 2020

A motivational speaker gives herself — and us — permission to “rage on the page.”

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Ep. 17: Emily May 06, 2020

An independent bookseller is blown away by the outpouring of support from her customers — and is hosting virtual events that are larger than ever.

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Ep. 16: Melissa May 05, 2020

A food writer and cookbook author can’t sell her husband or daughter on her favorite comfort dish: soupy cabbage with cheese.

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Ep. 15: Zeke May 04, 2020

A bioethicist predicts we’ll all emerge from this with a newfound appreciation of our offscreen connections.

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Ep. 14: Friday Listener Stories May 01, 2020

On today’s episode, we hear from a caller sheltering in place with her 94-year-old mother; Amanda, who just lost her partner to breast cancer; and Melinda, who gave birth to her second child last month. To share your story—and potentially be featured on an upcoming episode—leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 13: Jacob Apr 30, 2020

A college sophomore, back under his parents’ roof after his semester abroad is cut short, celebrates his 21st birthday in quarantine

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Ep. 12: Eileen Apr 29, 2020

A nurse in NYC is haunted by the fact that her COVID patients have to suffer without loved ones by their side.

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Ep. 11: Nick Apr 28, 2020

A comedian contemplates his overgrown beard, his overgrown backyard, and what happens when we all take a break from keeping up appearances.

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Ep. 10: Esmé Apr 27, 2020

A novelist and essayist living with late-stage Lyme and schizoaffective disorder opens up about Twitter, trauma, and trying to make art in the face of both her chronic illness and the troubling reality we now find ourselves in.

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Ep. 09: Friday Listener Stories Apr 24, 2020

Maureen, a teacher, Kiki, who works at a hospital, and Julia, an up-and-coming artist, share their stories. To be featured on an upcoming episode, leave us a voicemail at 909-713-8995.

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Ep. 08: Anne Apr 23, 2020

A bestselling author, now sober for more than three decades, resolves not to let her inner critic — a.k.a. “the cranky b*tch upstairs” — have the final word when old feelings of shame resurface during quarantine.

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Ep. 07: David Apr 22, 2020

A rabbi explains why learning to sit with life’s big questions and being comfortable not knowing are infinitely more important than the answers themselves.

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Ep. 06: Claire Apr 21, 2020

A therapist and grief counselor, sheltering in place with five kids, one baby, two dogs, two cats, and a husband, shares her thoughts on the “tsunami of grief” we are living through, from the quietest spot she can find — her parked car. (For more from Claire Bidwell Smith, check out her book Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief, available in paperback May 5

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Ep. 05: Chris Apr 20, 2020

A senator finds solace in the small acts of kindness he sees happening in his community — and hopes that we’ll all be better friends, neighbors, and citizens when this is over.

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Ep. 04: Alicia Apr 17, 2020

A jazz singer in New Orleans misses having an audience — and worries about keeping a roof over her head now that her shows have moved online. (To listen to recent performances from Alicia Renee, a.k.a. Blue Eyes, visit her Facebook page

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Ep. 03: Jamie Apr 16, 2020

A movie star (and self-described “hugger”) tries to embrace new ways of connecting.

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Ep. 02: Suzanne Apr 15, 2020

A primary-care physician nearing retirement deletes an email about volunteering in a COVID-19 clinic — then regret sets in.

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Ep. 01: Serge Apr 14, 2020

A chef at a small-town restaurant talks about keeping his business afloat, coming to terms with a new kind of solitude, and how he uses cooking to stay connected to the outside world.

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Introducing: The Way We Live Now Apr 07, 2020

We can’t gather. We can’t hold each other close. We can’t break bread. Whether we’re alone or with our families, our daily lives have been upended. On her new podcast The Way We Live Now, bestselling author and Family Secrets host Dani Shapiro has searching, intimate conversations with people from all walks of life about how they’re coping — and managing to stay connected. Mark your calendar: The Way We Live Now premieres April 14.

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