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I Like That Story

459 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratings

I Like That Story is a short podcast featuring true stories from America's Storyteller- broadcaster, author, professional speaker and eulogist Jeff Gould. ILikeThatStory.net uses stories to help people overcome the 4 hurdles of life that each of us face: 1-Finding Purpose, 2-Having Healthy Relationships, 3-Seeking Significance, and 4-Sharing Wisdom. Full of insight, humor wisdom and inspiration- a great story delivered every Monday morning to start the week off right!

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Episodes

S6-15- Tricks to Making Hard Changes

April 08, 2024 05:30 - 6 minutes

A random encounter with a women who DID IT- and the tricks she used to succeed!

S6-14- The "How are You Doing?" Quiz

April 01, 2024 05:30 - 8 minutes

Super short- super simple- maybe not super easy, but definitely a quiz worth taking!

S6-13- Baseball- and the Game of Life

March 25, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes

The best in Baseball have methods - so do the best in Life. 6 tactics to playing the game well!

S6-12- The Cheapest Pay Raise

March 18, 2024 05:30 - 6 minutes

Excellent news! You can have all the great employees you want at NO additional cost- with just a little practice :)

S6-11- Lessons from Lawyers, Salespeople, Politicians and Other Odious Professions

March 11, 2024 05:30 - 8 minutes

The best arguments are the ones you don't need to have- tips from the silver-tongued devils of sales, law and politics

S6-10- The Political Genius of Thomas Jefferson- and how to apply it

March 04, 2024 06:30 - 7 minutes

The secret to Thomas Jefferson was SO easy and elementary- we should all be applying it! Listen, Share and Comment :)

S6- 9- The Secret Sauce to Remembering Names

February 26, 2024 06:30 - 13 minutes

ARRGH! Remembering names- so important and SO HARD! Here are the tips that have worked for me- share them with ol' whatshisname..;)

S6- 8- How to get People to Help You

February 19, 2024 06:30 - 8 minutes

After all, nothing really happens unless people step in to help. The question is- how do you get them to eagerly WANT to? A good question and a great story

S6- 7- The Way to Gain Instant Wealth

February 12, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes

Wealth is harder to measure than you think. There is a Villain that must be slain before you can accurately establish your wealth- and since it's your Story- let's start killing it!

S6- 6- The Power of Pleasantness

February 04, 2024 06:30 - 8 minutes

This simple skill is perhaps the most powerful one you can hone- a story worth sharing :)

S6-5- Ben Franklin's Strategy

January 29, 2024 06:30 - 11 minutes

Probably the top 5 most influential Americans ever- his surprising strategy in deep crisis can help any organization or individual who needs help with their story.

S6-4- Writing a Tight Story

January 22, 2024 06:30 - 8 minutes

A story and strategies for writing a tight story with little waste and lots of growth and movement.

6-3- Perfect Heroes are Boring

January 15, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes

Perfect heroes are --- Boring. Every book/movie you ever liked, has a main character with flaws they must overcome- a quick story and example

S6- 2- The Villain Who Loves You

January 08, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes

As you write your life story, keep an eye out for the sneakiest of villains- the ones who love you...

S6-1- Writing Your Next Chapter

January 01, 2024 06:30 - 6 minutes

If you have tried Resolutions or Goals and had little success- have you tried writing a story? A simple reframing tool that works.

S5- 52- Plans for the New Year

December 25, 2023 06:30 - 5 minutes

2024 is a brand New Year and time to contemplate how you will walk it. This Story called the Trackless Snow is from a teenage boy caught up in war who asks a wise and timeless question

S5-51- The Amazing Power You Have

December 18, 2023 06:30 - 6 minutes

It is common to talk about "Super Powers" - but the truth is, you already have a tremendous power you might not be aware of! A conversation with a blind man helped me become aware of it.

S5- 50- I am

December 11, 2023 06:30 - 5 minutes

A two word title to a two-thousand-year story

S5- 49- Don't Jinx Your Blessings!

December 04, 2023 12:52 - 5 minutes

Please, please PLEASE- don't complain about food with a full mouth! You are blessed FAR beyond past generations- if you want proof look at the oft-maligned Christmas treat- fruitcake.

S5- 48- A Christmas Fable

November 27, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes

Sometimes you'll find the most Truth in fiction. A Christmas fable to think about :)

S5- 47- Old School Money

November 20, 2023 13:14 - 5 minutes

Holy Cow! If you are frustrated with how people count change these days- listen to THIS! lol a fun memory to share out

S5- 46- Mary Miracle

November 13, 2023 06:30 - 7 minutes

Each holiday season I select a few Christmas stories that are audience favorites. This one is about a poor and bitter woman named Mary Miracle.

S5- 45- The Gift of the Magi

November 06, 2023 06:30 - 13 minutes

If the kid in your household has not heard this classic- have them gather around the car speakers on the way home from school - it's a good story :) - otherwise, I know that kid inside you will like it too!

S5- 44- How to Handle Holiday Stress

October 30, 2023 05:30 - 9 minutes

The secret is not what is happening, it's what you choose to focus on. Advice from a famous guy, Paul, and a hero- Uncle Steve

S5- 43- Ping Pong Tables and Empty Gas Tanks

October 23, 2023 05:30 - 6 minutes

I notice without fail- the most listened to podcasts are my Christmas Stories- So here you go! Enjoy, rate, comment and share!

S5- 42- The 3rd Mistake in Winging Retirement

October 16, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

We all can't wait to retire...but.... The 3rd mistake people make when retiring is especially tricky and requires extra thought and strategy.

S5- 41- The 2nd Mistake in Winging Retirement

October 09, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

Preparing for retirement is more than saving money, because work is more than making money. How will you replace those relationships? A great podcast and conversation for you to have with yourself.

S5- 40- 1st Mistake in Winging Retirement

October 02, 2023 05:30 - 7 minutes

"I don't really like my job- so retirement will automatically be WAY better" - NOT TRUE. Three big rocks are in the way of a happy retirement- this is the first one - enjoy!

S5- 39- Tactics for Queen Bees and Bullies

September 25, 2023 05:30 - 9 minutes

Bullies and Queen Bees are common predators in society and the workplace. A couple of stories of their methods and strategies for dealing with them. If you could toss me a comment or like- I would appreciate it!

S5-38- How to Kill a Boa Constrictor in Your Bedroom

September 18, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

A enemy far worse than an a boa constrictor attack! A how to guide for facing, conquering and eating it :)

S5- 37- The Hazards of Goalitis

September 11, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

"Be careful what you wish for." a cautionary statement- but not as dangerous as "Be careful what your goals are." Listen- rank - and share!

S5- 36- Finding Answers Outside Your Group

September 04, 2023 05:30 - 6 minutes

Groups have advantages- and also dangers. This story has 4 principles to help you decide your next move.

S5-35 - Tips from a Politician for Living Your Life

August 28, 2023 05:30 - 6 minutes

Probably the most maligned occupation in America- but some really solid advice for you- whatever job you happen to have!

S5- 34- The Hidden Rules of Leadership

August 21, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

These 3 rules are both obvious and counterintuitive. A must podcast for every Leader and every Follower

S5- 33- The Difference Between Strength, Power and Authority

August 14, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

The three words are sometimes used interchangeably, but for those in business, relationships, or community- it's important to know the difference- please share this with Roger Goodell-

S5- 32- Overcoming Times of Drought

August 07, 2023 05:30 - 7 minutes

Drought happens- how some people are able to overcome it better than others has to do with preparedness- and not just money! A story to share

S5- 31 - Advice from a Trader and a Traitor

July 31, 2023 05:30 - 9 minutes

I have seen som pretty alarming changes over time- and AI seem pretty alarming. Here's a story from a Traitor and a Trader that may help sort things out- Share, comment or rate, please :)

S5- 30- Journeys vs Projects

July 24, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

Everyone likes a project- NO ONE wants to "hear about your journey..." Yet the two are linked and are part of having an exciting life worth talking about.

S5- 29- Funny Money

July 17, 2023 05:30 - 7 minutes

A quick humorous look at the massive changes Money has gone through in the last few decades. Share this with your banker or your crotchety old neighbor ;)

S5- 28- Money vs Talent

July 10, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

Of course we know we should not waste money - How come we don't talk about the more important issue- wasting talent?

S5- 27- Which is better? Goals or Stories?

July 03, 2023 05:30 - 7 minutes

Well- I'm probably going to be the only one questioning goals in a C-Suite podcast- but here goes! Listen, share, comment and rank, please! This might be the only episode of its kind!

S5- 26- What to do BEFORE You Seek Happiness

June 26, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

Define it! Happiness can't be reached until you have figured out what it means to you- This Podcast gives a few good and bad definitions

S5- 25- SUPERB Failure strategies

June 19, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

If you're going to fail - you might as use SUPERB strategies to eventually succeed- here's a good list :)

S5-24- What Makes a Good Story GREAT

June 12, 2023 05:30 - 6 minutes

What do Sherlock Holmes, Perry Mason, James Bond and YOU have in common? A chance to make a good story GREAT.

S5-23- Who Won the Divorce and Other Very Dangerous Questions

June 04, 2023 05:30 - 7 minutes

From sports to culture to politics, we seemed consumed with "winning a divorce". PLEASE listen to the this story- comment and share it out. It needs to be talked about!

S5-22- Trust and Technology

May 29, 2023 05:30 - 8 minutes

Got some fishy emails this last week- I wonder if you have gotten similar ones? A story about Trust- how we fake it, and why that it is so concerning.

S5- 21- 50,000 Channels and Nothing's On

May 22, 2023 05:30 - 6 minutes

Freedom of choice is mostly an illusion- because we like it that way! How decisions are really made- why we like it- and why it has a downside- a good story to share to your starving artist friends!

S5-20- The Importance of Nothing

May 15, 2023 05:30 - 9 minutes

Our culture loves and idolizes Busyness. Yet the desire to be busy robs us of an extremely valuable gift- like the one you'll hear on a porch during a spring rain. :)

S5-19- 15 Minutes of Dynamite

May 07, 2023 05:30 - 6 minutes

I've been using this 15 minute regimen for a while now and it has been extremely powerful- take a listen...maybe it could help you!

S5-18- Confusing Quality with Quantity

May 01, 2023 05:30 - 7 minutes

"What do you want?" is heard about 5 times a day- but what you really want is defined as qualities, quantities and a pretty good story.