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I Like That Story

472 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 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

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #20

December 20, 2019 05:30 - 5 minutes - 12.4 MB

The story of the struggles between two poor young fathers trying to pay bills and make Christmas for their families.

I lIke That Story- Prairie Christmas Episode #19

December 19, 2019 05:30 - 7 minutes - 17.8 MB

The memoir of a little boy and his Uncle Steve- a great uncle and an even greater Christmas lesson

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #18

December 18, 2019 05:30 - 3 minutes - 8.6 MB

An observation of the physical qualities of light and of how the Light of Christmas is very different, but very much the same.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #17

December 17, 2019 05:30 - 8 minutes - 19.5 MB

A Christmas fable about a bitter and lonely man and how he finds the lost joy of Christmas.

I Like The Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #16

December 16, 2019 05:30 - 5 minutes - 12.2 MB

What we believe happened to the very first people to tell the Christmas Story.

I like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #15

December 15, 2019 05:30 - 2 minutes - 6.8 MB

This story is an absolute must for anyone feeling Holiday Stress and longing for a perfect holiday.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #14

December 14, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes - 9.33 MB

The Second World War is not just a world event- it’s millions of individual stories as well. The story of a South Dakota teenager and the challenge set out in his High School Essay written in the winter of 1940.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #13

December 13, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes - 11.2 MB

Every child who ever experience winter snow, has as story about The Hill and a winter sledding adventure- here’s our version of that shared memory

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #12

December 12, 2019 05:30 - 3 minutes - 7.86 MB

A poignant and whimsical Christmas story of how a Christmas baby got her life-long nickname.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Podcast #11-

December 11, 2019 05:30 - 6 minutes - 14.5 MB

The best plans of a group of teenagers on a mission trip are ruined only to be answered in a deeper more powerful way.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #10

December 10, 2019 05:30 - 6 minutes - 13.9 MB

An excerpt of a English pastors dairy, reveals the magic of a Christmas over 150 years past.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #9

December 09, 2019 05:30 - 5 minutes - 12.3 MB

A chance meeting with a stranger in a wheelchair underscores the importance of friends and encouragement

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #8

December 08, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes - 9.45 MB

The butt of holiday jokes to many- but the story of fruitcake helps us appreciate just how good life is and how blessed we really are

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #7

December 07, 2019 05:30 - 8 minutes - 19.1 MB

Garbage isn’t the only thing we throw away. An encounter with people struggling on the fringes of society proves the power of a story and a simple handshake.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #6

December 06, 2019 05:30 - 6 minutes - 14.5 MB

A true story of how a desperately ill father shows his love to his newly born son.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #5

December 05, 2019 05:30 - 11 minutes - 25.5 MB

An adapted version of the O Henry classic…well worth another listen!

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #4

December 04, 2019 05:30 - 5 minutes - 12.6 MB

A frivolous scavenger hunt turn into a precious memory and lesson when a teenage girl decides to help a young family down on their luck.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #3

December 03, 2019 05:30 - 8 minutes - 20.6 MB

A man returning to his boyhood home results in a bittersweet memoir of childhood, aging and the passage of time.

I Like That Story- A Prairie Christmas Episode #2

December 02, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes - 9.3 MB

Now you find them in theme restaurants and antique stores- but the story of this clever invention may tempt you to try one out this winter!

I Like That Story -A Prairie Christmas Episode #1

December 01, 2019 05:30 - 6 minutes - 29.3 MB

The debate over what Christmas Tree has the most lights is over... how I won that argument hands down much to my chagrin :)

ILTS #1-51- Living in a Basement

November 25, 2019 05:30 - 3 minutes

A story about why adults kids still live in your basement...because it's awesome.

Episode #51- Living in a Basement

November 25, 2019 05:30 - 3 minutes - 5.04 MB

Why adults kids still live in your basement...because it's awesome.

Episode #50 -Buying Health

November 18, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes - 6.02 MB

Insights from a Health Club owner on what people buy, how they succeed and why they fail.

ILTS #1-50 -Buying Health

November 18, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes

Stories from a Health Club owner on what people buy, how they succeed and why they fail.

Episode #49- The Stand Down Veteran

November 11, 2019 05:30 - 5 minutes - 7.83 MB

A tribute to those who have served in the military and the price paid by many of them.

ILTS #1-49- The Stand Down Veteran

November 11, 2019 05:30 - 5 minutes

a story and a tribute to those who have served in the military and the price paid by many of them.

Episode #48- The Museum in the Dumpster

November 04, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes - 6.6 MB

Do you know what's going to happen to all of your prized possessions?--I do!!

ILTS #1-48- The Museum in the Dumpster

November 04, 2019 05:30 - 4 minutes

Do you know what's going to happen to all of your prized possessions?--I do!! I hear that story all the time

ILTS #1-47- Rainy Days and Garages

October 28, 2019 04:30 - 3 minutes

We all know about saving for a rainy day- the question is...when is it raining enough? A story about the hazards of frugality.

Episode #47- Rainy Days and Garages

October 28, 2019 04:30 - 3 minutes - 4.7 MB

We all know about saving for a rainy day- the question is...when is it raining enough?

ILTS #1-46- The Inconsiderate Inlaws

October 21, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes

It is possible to be kind, loving and generous and very, very inconsiderate- a tragic story everyone should hear and learn from!

Episode #46- The Inconsiderate Inlaws

October 21, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes - 5.58 MB

It is possible to be kind, loving and generous and very, very inconsiderate- a tragic tale to learn from!

Episode #45- the Less Than Perfect Pancakes

October 14, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes - 5.58 MB

If you find a flaw in something, are you still able to enjoy it?

ILTS #1-45- the Less Than Perfect Pancakes

October 14, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes

If you find a flaw in something, are you still able to enjoy it? An amusing children story is no way to live your life...is it?

ILTS #1-44- The Weird Question

October 07, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes

There is one question we ask every graduate but not ourselves. A story about happiness, mortgages, and the job you stopped thinking about

Episode #44- The Weird Question

October 07, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes - 5.72 MB

There is one question we ask every graduate but not ourselves.

Episode #43- the 28-Year-Old Failure

September 30, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes - 6.84 MB

This story asks an important question: What exactly makes a person a failure?

ILTS #1-43- the 28-Year-Old Failure

September 30, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes

This story asks an important question: What exactly makes a person a failure?

ILTS #1-42- Bob the Bookkeeper

September 23, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes

Why don't people join clubs anymore and does it really make a difference? An interesting spin on the topic in a story about a bookkeeper who had to join a service club.

Episode #42- Bob the Bookkeeper

September 23, 2019 04:30 - 4 minutes - 5.55 MB

Why don't people join clubs anymore and does it really make a difference? An interesting spin on the topic from a conversation with a bookkeeper.

Episode #41- The White Diet

September 16, 2019 04:30 - 5 minutes - 6.98 MB

A humorous look at our ever-changing obsession with food, fads and diets.

ILTS #1-41- The White Diet

September 16, 2019 04:30 - 5 minutes

A humorous story about our ever-changing obsession with food, fads and diets.

Episode #40- The OldlyWeds

September 09, 2019 04:30 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MB

What makes up a good marriage is a matter of perspective and a really good story :)

ILTS #1-40- The OldlyWeds

September 09, 2019 04:30 - 5 minutes

What makes up a good marriage is a matter of perspective and a really good story :)

ILTS #1-9- The 5 Mile Man

September 02, 2019 04:30 - 3 minutes

Most daily habits are seldom reconsidered- especially if they're good habits. A story about exercise, bad joints, worn-out cartilage and a habit revisited.

Episode #39- The 5 Mile Man

September 02, 2019 04:30 - 3 minutes - 4.59 MB

Most daily habits are seldom reconsidered- especially if they're good habits. A story about exercise.

ILTS #1-38- The Best Face

August 26, 2019 04:30 - 5 minutes

My Grandfather use to say: "To act in haste is to repent in leisure." This story is a perfect example.

Episode #38- The Best Face

August 26, 2019 04:30 - 5 minutes - 7.79 MB

My Grandfather use to say: "To act in haste is to repent in leisure." This story is a perfect example.

ILTS #1-37- Circle the Date

August 19, 2019 04:30 - 3 minutes

Yes, in fact you can slow down time! A story about a little experiment with a calendar and a Sharpie.

I Like That Story Episode #37

August 19, 2019 04:30 - 3 minutes - 5.11 MB

Yes, in fact you can slow down time! A little experiment to try with a calendar and a Sharpie.