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Episode 67: Mindhacking Happiness With Sean Webb

October 24, 2019 21:54 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MB

So the server asked me what I wanted and I said that I'd take a full order of happiness. It's what is on today's menu! On this episode, I had the great pleasure to talk with Sean Webb about his books on mind hacking happiness. I won't bore you with my version of what we talked about because it PALES in comparison to the actual interview. But....you can take this to the lavatory, it is pretty awesome. He has done the research and we get to benefit from it! ENJOY! More on Sean... As th...

Episode 66: The Joy of Joyology With Steve Wilson, MA, CSP, CLL

October 09, 2019 20:53 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MB

“We cannot cure the world of sorrows, but we can choose to live in joy.” —Joseph Campbell We're back for season three and kicking it off strong! New intro, new outro and a great line up of guests....starting off with Steve Wilson! Steve and I have a great conversation about his journey from psychologist to Joyologist and what joyology is all about. He shares some history about how far therapeutic humor has come and how far we have to go. I know you'll dig it as much as I did! Also, I m...

Episode 65: Let's Play a Game! With Mary Couzin

June 06, 2019 14:33 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

"It is in games that many men discover their paradise." - Robert Wilson Lynd Here it is...our last episode of the season. I take the summer off so I can play a bit more, which is AWESOME because we're hitting a bit of that in this episode. In this episode, I had the great pleasure to talk with Mary Couzin. Mary is a super cool person and has it going on. She invented (yes, invented) the Chicago Toy and Game Fair and is a game developer herself. We talk about her journey in the world o...

Episode 64: Beyond Adversity With Shauna Bruce-Hamburger

May 22, 2019 17:25 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MB

“Life keeps throwing me stones. And I keep finding the diamonds.” – Ana Claudia Antunes Once in a while you get the opportunity to meet people whose joy is so genuine it can't help but inspire you. That's how it was when I first met this week's guest, Shauna Bruce-Hamburger. Shauna doesn't let anything in life hold her back. She and I talk about overcoming life's challenges and how you can bounce back and live a life filled with real joy. I had so much fun with Shauna that I didn't want...

Episode 63: Mindful Leadership With Daphne Scott

May 10, 2019 13:52 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MB

“The only thing that is ultimately real about your journey is the step that you are taking at this moment. That’s all there ever is.” - Eckhart Tolle Are you really busy? Do you spend most of your time thinking you don't have enough time to do all the things you want to do? Do you wish you could just take a moment to enjoy a moment when you have that moment? YOU'RE NOT ALONE! We all live busy lives and it is becoming increasingly difficult to be present when you have the opportunity. ...

Episode 62: My Journey With TEDx with Debra Joy Hart

April 27, 2019 09:45 - 39 minutes - 54 MB

"Laugh as much as possible, always laugh. It's the sweetest thing one can do for oneself & one's fellow human beings." - Maya Angelou Have you got a big thought? Have you ever contemplated taking your big thought and putting together a TEDx talk? I've mulled over both of those questions (but usually stop at the first). On this episode, I talk to long time friend, Debra Joy Hart, about her journey with designing and delivering a great TEDx talk last fall. She shares the trials, tribulati...

Episode 61: The Positive Edge With Dr. Tina Hallis

April 16, 2019 18:30 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MB

“Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose.” — Lyndon B. Johnson We are just a little over a week post conference and I'm still reeling from all of the great information I learned and relationships that were built! It's hard to go back to regular life after a life altering experience like the AATH conference! In this episode, I'm talking to my good friend, Dr. Tina Hallis. Tina is a scientist who turned her focus towards positive psychology and hasn't turned b...

Episode 60: Humor That Works! With Andrew Tarvin

April 02, 2019 18:03 - 45 minutes - 63.2 MB

HOORAY FOR HUMOR MONTH! What are you doing to celebrate Humor Month? Me? I'm going to the AATH conference AND I'm talking with cool humor people...like my guest this week, Andrew Tarvin. Drew has been on the show before and in this episode we talk about his new book, Humor That Works. This is, honestly, one of the best books I've read on the application of humor in the workplace. It's smart, research based, and has stuff you can use right now to make a positive difference for yourself ...

Episode 59: Rapid Rewire Your Brain With Michele Molitor

March 26, 2019 13:30 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MB

"That's your best friend and your worst enemy - your own brain." -Fred Durst What's holding YOU back? If you're like me (and I'm guessing you are) it's you. I can be my own worst enemy in doing what I need to do and getting where I need to go. As luck would have it...my guest this week, Michele Molitor, specializes in getting at the root of the issue and helping people rewire their brain FAST...some would say rapidly. We hit a lot during the course of our conversation and I know you'l...

Episode 58: Technology for Mindfulness With Robert Plotkin

March 18, 2019 14:41 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MB

“When we get too caught up in the busyness of the world, we lose connection with one another – and ourselves.” – Jack Kornfield I spend a lot of my time around technology. I've never considered myself a techno-guy but I am a consistent user. As a user, technology can also be a distraction. This week, we learn about leveraging it! My guest on this episode is Robert Plotkin. Robert has not only a tech background but also a martial arts background, which make him uniquely qualified to put...

Episode 57: This Is Your Brain On Humor With Ann Betz

March 12, 2019 18:17 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MB

“I am a brain, Watson. The rest of me is a mere appendix.” - Sherlock Holmes We are rolling quick into the last few weeks that are available to register for the AATH annual conference. You won't want to miss out on this opportunity to learn, laugh, and be around people who get the joke! You can get details about the conference at www.aath.org. It's the 4th through the 7th of April so hurry up and get it done! Are you ready to get your mind blown? Then prepare....because on this episod...

Episode 56: Embracing Life After Loss With Allen Klein, CSP

March 05, 2019 18:27 - 44 minutes - 61.8 MB

What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us. -Helen Keller How lucky am I? I'll answer that for you....pretty darn lucky! Not only am I going to the AATH conference in April but I also got to spend some time interviewing this week's guest, Allen Klein, about his new book, Embracing Life After Loss. Available on Amazon here: HERE Allen is a past president of AATH and also a Lifetime Achievement Award winner! Yes, he's done it all and ...

Episode 55: Talky Talky With The Big O, Julie Ostrow

February 25, 2019 19:51 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MB

Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand. — Mark Twain Why did Julie Ostrow cross the road? To get to the AATH conference! Yes, on this episode I'm talking with Julie Ostrow about our conference experiences over the past decade AND what we're looking forward to in going to this year's conference! This year's conference? It's the 4th through the 7th of April in Oak Brook, IL. That's right outside of Chicago. You can fly into O'hare, grab a slice of DEEP DISH pizza and then ge...

Episode 54: Women, Wine and Whiskey With Liysa Callsen

February 18, 2019 19:35 - 42 minutes - 58 MB

“The water was not fit to drink. To make it palatable, we had to add whisky. By diligent effort, I learned to like it.” – Winston Churchill What do you do in Wisconsin on the coldest day ever recorded? You get warmed up by talking to another Wisconsinite about humor! That's right! That's how we roll in the land of beer, brats, and cheese! On this episode I have the pleasure of spending some time with my good friend, Liysa Callsen. She shares her own humor journey, her brand of comedy a...

Episode 53: Sow A Legacy Of Laughter With Guy Giard

February 08, 2019 14:13 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MB

"A clown is like an aspirin...only he works twice as fast." -Groucho Marx When I go to the AATH conference it's almost like sensory overload. There are so many wonderful people doing extraordinary things that's it's hard to get it all in during such a short time frame. That's what's awesome (for me) about doing this podcast. It gives me the opportunity to have the conversations that, sometimes, I don't get to have. And (lucky for you), you get to listen in! This episode's guest is Guy ...

Episode 52: Is Your Energy Dirty? With Art Giser

January 28, 2019 16:51 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MB

The energy of the mind is the essence of life. - Aristotle I always make it a point to never trust an atom....they make up everything. But we're not making anything up on this episode of Laughbox! We're talking Energetic NLP with the master himself, Art Giser! This interview was particularly enlightening for me. I had heard a bit (here and there) about NLP but really didn't k now much detail. Art shares some real wisdom on what it is, how it applies to you, and what may be holding you ...

Episode 51: Gut Check With Wade Lightheart

January 21, 2019 21:21 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

“Health is the greatest gift.” - Buddha Is one of your 2019 goals to live a healthier life? If so, you can do two things immediately... Listen to this episode of the podcast Register for the AATH conference. www.aath.org (Those two things can be done in any order but must be done before you leave the house today). On this episode I had the great pleasure to talk to THREE TIME natural body building champion Wade Lightheart. Within AATH, we talk a lot about how humor and laughter imp...

Episode 50: Laughs On Wry! With Lisa David Olson

January 15, 2019 09:26 - 39 minutes - 15.3 MB

"Of course, I can get a hell of a good look at a T-Bone steak by sticking my head up a bull's ass, but I'd rather take the butcher's word for it." - Big Tom Callahan Here we are at Episode 50 and starting our second year of the Laughbox podcast! It's cause to celebrate and so I watched the movie, Tommy Boy (thus, the quote at the top). You should celebrate too! How? By coming to the AATH conference in April. Go to www.aath.org and check it out. The investments we make in ourselves pay...

Episode 49: Something Smells Like Humor With Mallori DeSalle, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC, MATS, CPS, MOM

January 08, 2019 18:03 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MB

Are you ready to communicate better this year? Then this is the episode for you! Mallori DeSalle is my guest and she's the expert on integrating humor to make the conversations go a little bit smoother. I had the great pleasure of spending some time with my her at the conference last year and her energy is contagious! What conference you ask? Well...the AATH conference of course! This year's conference is in Chicago and is being held from the 4th through the 7th of April. Check it out...

Episode 48: A Ballsy Sense of Tumor With Justin Birckbichler

January 02, 2019 16:21 - 33 minutes - 46 MB

Happy 2019! Are you ready to make this the best year ever? I am and I know what the tipping point is going to be.....GOING TO THE AATH conference in April! You can come too! Just go to www.aath.org and get the details...then sign up. Make the investment in YOU! We're talking testicles this time on the show. WHAT!? Yes, and I'm glad we are. My guest is Justin Birckbichler and, after getting diagnosed with testicular cancer, educating men is his mission and humor is the medium. I kno...

Episode 47: Fun As Function With Jess Ruggieri, MHP, CEHC

December 19, 2018 12:39 - 48 minutes - 45 MB

"Just play. Have fun. Enjoy the game." - Michael Jordan Are you ready to have some fun? I am but, then again, I'm always up for having some fun. But did you know that fun can be functional in improving employee productivity and engagement? This episode's guest, Jess Ruggieri, is the Director of Inclusion at the Fun Department and she specializes in helping organizations do just that...using play to enhance the culture and create places where people want to be. We talk about a lot of...

Episode 46: The Psychology of Humor With Piotr Pluta

December 09, 2018 21:06 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MB

Have you registered for the conference yet? If you haven't, you should! Why? Because you'll hear more from this episode's freaky smart guest, Piotr Pluta. The annual AATH conference is the 7th through 9th of April, 2019 in Chicago! If you're serious about humor, you won't want to miss it. Go here to get more info and to register! On this episode, we're digging deep and talking about the psychology of humor. My guest, Piotr Pluta, shares some of the research he has been doing in the a...

Episode 45: Get Your Wellness Jam On! With Jessika Jake

December 01, 2018 19:06 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MB

"In order for the parts to be well, the whole must be well." -Plato Are you ready to get your wellness jam on? I AM! And, this week, we're doing just that with wellness expert, Jessika Jake. She's a super smart person and she shares it all with us in this exclusive pre-conference interview! Get ready to learn about the eight (YES, EIGHT) dimensions of wellness as we journey into the inner workings of your being. Okay, I was trying to make that sound cool and dramatic but it ended up fl...

Episode 44: Suicide: Having The Conversation With Frank King

November 25, 2018 15:08 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

Suicide isn't something we talk about in our society. There's a stigma associated with it that keeps most of us from having the conversations that need to be had. Frank King is the guest and suicide is the topic. Frank is a comedian and former writer for the tonight show but don't let the funny man business fool you. He's struggled with his own bouts with this topic. He shares his own journey but also dispels the myths surrounding suicide. Most importantly, he shares about how about g...

Episode 43: The Sound Of Healing With Dorothy Pincus

November 06, 2018 19:27 - 50 minutes - 47.2 MB

Well.....IT HAPPENED AGAIN! My mind got blown by my guest this week with all the cool stuff that I learned from her. Plus, she sang me a song. That's right! The guest is Dorothy Pincus and the topic is awesomeness. Okay, not really but....REALLY! She shares her journey of how her voice led her into a life of humor, laughter and healing. Listen until the end....she's got some pipes! ENJOY! More on Dorothy... Dorothy Pincus (The Human Instrument), is a graduate of the Institute of Ps...

Episode 42: Your Third Life With Jim Wasserman

October 31, 2018 19:56 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

I get to talk to some really cool people on this podcast and this week is no different. Jim Wasserman is the guest and he's lived life in the trenches...with Middle School students. I don't know how he did it (I didn't even like my own kids when they were middle schoolers). We talk a little about that but also how he's found some peace and solitude living his third life. I know you'll enjoy Jim as much as I did! More on Jim... Born of a Tennessee man and a proper English woman, Jim was...

Episode 41: Chewing The Fat with Dr. Gurinder Bains

October 23, 2018 14:45 - 28 minutes - 51.5 MB

Have you ever talked with someone so smart that you wonder how they function talking to ordinary people like you? That’s what it is like when I talk with this episode’s guest, Dr. Gurinder Bains. Seriously, this guy has got a huge brain. I had the pleasure of serving with him on the Board of Directors and got to know that he’s also got a wicked sense of humor…must be why he hangs with AATH, eh? In our interview, he shares some of his previous research that he’s done but also what he’s curren...

Episode 40 Interviews Joyce Saltman

October 02, 2018 14:06 - 22 minutes - 40.7 MB

Yes, she’s a bit saucy (and so is this interview) but you’ll be hard pressed to find someone who is as smart and funny as this Laughbox episode’s guest, Joyce Saltman. I first had the pleasure of meeting Joyce at one of our conferences and I’ve been a fan ever since. She shares the work she is doing in applied humor, her history and a nicely told risqué joke (that I particularly enjoyed…and retold several times). ENJOY! Joyce Saltman is Professor Emeritus of Special Education at South...

Episode 39 Interview with David Jacobson

August 16, 2018 14:03 - 30 minutes - 55.1 MB

I have had the pleasure of knowing this week’s guest, David Jacobson, almost since my start in AATH. We’ve served on the Board together, worked conferences together and even started our CHP journey together. What’s always struck me about David is how, when first meeting him, he is quiet and reserved and then BAM! He surprises you with his outgoing personality and wicked sense of humor. Aside from being an incredible speaker and author, he has been doing great work in the humor world. I ...

Episode 38 Interview with Melissa Mork

June 28, 2018 14:00 - 30 minutes - 55.2 MB

Her enormous brain is only matched by her quick wit and her dance moves when the Bee Gee’s start playing. Dr. Melissa Mork shares it all with us in this episode of Laughbox. Enjoy! More on Melissa... Dr. Melissa Baartman Mork is Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology, Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement at the University of Northwestern. She is a Certified Humor Professional and the former director of the Humor Academy, the three-year college-level Humor Studies program f...

Episode 37 Interview with Debra Norwood

June 14, 2018 13:23 - 26 minutes - 49 MB

You CAN handle the truth! And, the truth is that this week’s guest, Debra Norwood (The Laughter Lawyer), is not only an awesome human being, she’s also doing incredible work that is changing the lives of people all around the globe! Take a moment to listen to this week’s interview as she shares her work, her passion and a few laughs. More on Debra... As an attorney, a mother and caregiver to an ailing parent, Debra Norwood knows what stress looks and feels like. She also knows where to loo...

Episode 36 Interview with Paul Moore

May 15, 2018 13:52 - 39 minutes - 72.6 MB

I love me some Rev. Paul Moore. He is not only a funny, infinitely cool guy, he also one of those people who works tirelessly to make a difference EVERY DAY with those he comes into contact with. In this interview, we talk about how he uses humor personally and professionally to do the work that needs to be done. After listening, you’ll be as big of a Paul Moore fan as I am. ENJOY! More on Paul…. Paul is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Ar...

Episode 35 Interview with Courtney Clark

April 24, 2018 13:30 - 46 minutes - 86 MB

Have you ever gotten so far down in the dumps that you didn't know what to do? What about getting hit with a barrage of issues where it was really messing up your plan? I, personally, have had all of that and more! (And I know you have too). We, as leaders, need to know how to bounce back and be resilient despite what we may be facing. Not only for ourselves but also for our teams! This week's guest, Courtney Clark, is a resiliency expert and she's got the intel on how to make a positi...

Episode 34 Interview with Paul Osincup

April 03, 2018 13:30 - 48 minutes - 88.8 MB

Have you ever eaten a Guinea Pig? No? Me either (although I would try it). How about...have you ever wondered how to create a better working environment? Yes? Me too! You're in luck! This week's guest, Paul Osincup, has got the intel on how to do it and he shares it (free of charge) with us! This is a REALLY FUN and content packed episode of Laughbox so make sure you've something to write with. ENJOY! More on Paul... Paul Osincup is an International Speaker and Positive Workplace ...

Episode 33 Interview with Megan Werner

March 20, 2018 13:31 - 36 minutes - 66.9 MB

She’s funny, a little sassy, and a whole lot of smart! Looking for ways to train your brain? Check out this week’s interview with Megan Werner. Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Nationally Certified Counselor in Clinical Mental Health, and a former Health and Wellness Coach. Her expertise stems from Positive Psychology, Strengths-based Psychology, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the newly recognized, Humor and Laughter Therapy. In the Spring of 2018, she w...

Episode 32 Interview with Kelly Swanson

February 20, 2018 13:18 - 57 minutes - 106 MB

What’s YOUR story? Do you want to make it better? I know you do! Stories are the building blocks of civilization. They help us transmit norms, culture and get things done. They also can grab someone’s attention and make your more memorable. This week’s guest, Kelly Swanson, is an award-winning storytelling expert! We do a hands-on session where she works with me on one of my own stories. It was incredible! Grab a pencil and paper…you’re going to want to get this all down! More on Kelly… Ke...

Episode 31 Interview with Sue Stevenson

February 06, 2018 13:27 - 39 minutes - 72.3 MB

Dwight D. Eisenhower said that "humor is a part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people and getting things done.” This week, on the podcast, we get to delve into the leader’s brain with Sue Stevenson and how she coaches leaders using humor and humanity so they can build teams that are better prepared for the challenges of today’s competitive Environment. I got to meet “Scottish” Sue a few years ago and, immediately, was drawn to her wit and down to earth approach on making an ...

Episode 30 Interview with Jim Pelley

January 23, 2018 13:30 - 44 minutes - 80.7 MB

He’s amazing and amazingly funny! Jim Pelley has been a part of AATH since nearly the beginning and this week on Laughbox he shares a lifetime of humor strategies that are destined to help you bring more humor to your and other’s worlds. More on Jim... For more than 30 years, Jim Pelley has brought the power and value of humor in the workplace to hundreds of thousands of people at top corporations and organizations worldwide. Jim enlightens his audiences on the art and science o...

Episode 29: Interview with Don Baird

January 09, 2018 13:56 - 33 minutes - 61.3 MB

I can’t think of a better way to start the podcast year off than with this week’s guest, Dr. Don Baird. Don gives us some great insights this week on how to live a little better and laugh a little longer. Don Baird has received a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University. He is a past member of the Board of Directors for the Association for Applied and Therapeutic ...

Episode 28: Interview with Kristin Layous

December 05, 2017 13:13 - 42 minutes - 78.5 MB

You’re guaranteed the pursuit of happiness but, as Don Draper (from the hit TV series Mad Men said), “What is happiness but that moment before you need more happiness?” This week on our podcast, I had the great pleasure to talk with Dr. Kristin Layous, happiness researcher and expert. In the interview she shares what we can do to make ourselves less happy, more happy and the number one thing that we do that sabotages our efforts to stay in our happy place. More on Kristin… Kristi...

Episode 27: Interview with Izzy Gesell

November 14, 2017 13:30 - 31 minutes - 57.4 MB

Where does superman go to change now that all of the phone booths are gone? Great question, eh? That’s what you get when you get to spend some time with speaker and comedian, Izzy Gesell. Izzy shares his insights on how to mine the humor from your everyday life to connect with others and cope with the crap going on around you in this week’s Laughbox! More on Izzy... Izzy Gesell is an organizational alchemist who helps individuals and organizations transform their thinking from common...

Episode 26: Interview with Susan Sparks

October 31, 2017 13:35 - 37 minutes - 68 MB

A trial lawyer, a pastor, and and a comedian walk into a bar…. That may sound like a great set up for a joke but it’s what actually happens when our guest, Susan Sparks, goes out on Saturday night ALL AT ONCE! She’s been (or is) all of those things all wrapped up into one FABULOUS, FUNNY, AND FORTHCOMING person (okay, the last was just me needing another “F” word that wouldn’t make my mother blush). Sit back and enjoy this interview with a person that is out there making a difference one l...

Episode 25: Interview with Yakov Smirnoff

October 17, 2017 13:32 - 26 minutes - 49.2 MB

You loved him on the stage and big screen and now you’ll love him at the AATH conference! What a treat it was for me to spend a little time talking with Yakov Smirnoff on this week’s Laughbox podcast! Admittedly, I was a little nervous going into it but he quickly put me at ease as he shared some of his insights on laughter, love, and relationships. I can’t wait to hear more in San Diego! Listen in! More on Yakov… Fans who loved the comedy of Russian born entertainer Yakov Smirnof...

Episode 24: Interview with Patty Wooten

October 03, 2017 13:35 - 33 minutes - 61.5 MB

The Power of Levity After Gravity: An Interview With Patty Wooten Laughing through a disaster? Does that seem ludicrous? Perhaps…but humor always finds a way. From the treachery and turmoil or being a prisoner of war to the devastation that the recent natural disaster have wrought, humor finds a way. On this week’s episode of Laughbox, I have the distinct honor of talking with someone who knows the power humor can have in helping you overcome the obstacle, get perspective, and gain ...

Episode 23: Interview with Drew Tarvin

September 19, 2017 13:29 - 39 minutes - 72.3 MB

Are we there yet? I have to go to the bathroom! I’m hungry! Yes, I’ve been on enough road trips with my kids to know that they’re not as fun as you imagine before the trip begins. But that’s because I travelled with them and NOT Drew Tarvin! Drew’s a comedian, speaker, author, entrepreneur and spent a year traveling to ALL 50 states and sharing a laugh with the residents there. On this week’s episode, he shares a little about his travels and how you can curate the comedy in your own li...

Episode 22: Interview with Gina Barecca

September 05, 2017 13:28 - 43 minutes - 78.9 MB

“If you lean in, will men just look down your blouse?” is the new book and this week on Laughbox we discuss that and a lifetime of laughter with Dr. Gina Barreca! What an honor it was for me to spend some time talking to someone who isn’t afraid to tackle the tough issues and is able to get people to listen because of her smart humor. You’re not going to want to miss this episode! More on Gina… Dr. Gina Barreca has appeared on 20/20, The Today Show, CNN, the BBC, NPR and Oprah to discus...

Episode 21: Interview with JulieAnn Sullivan

August 22, 2017 13:02 - 43 minutes - 79.4 MB

A funny CPA? It could be an oxymoron or it could be Julie Ann Sullivan…or both? This week I had the pleasure of talking with Julie Ann about her work in helping people practice gratitude and live healthier, more fulfilled lives. We laughed a lot and I learned a lot. I think you’ll get some strategies you can put into practice right away. More on Julie Ann… Julie Ann Sullivan speaks from experience. Many people consider her “a revolutionary.” She does not shy away from that title! Sh...

Episode 20: Interview with Margarita Gurri

August 08, 2017 13:30 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MB

Sassy? YES! Saucy? YES! Seasoned? Absolutely! Those are the three adjectives I’d always use to describe this week’s guest, Dr. Margarita Gurri. Whether you’re looking for strategies on how to incorporate humor in the workplace or the bedroom (or both…hopefully not simultaneously), Margarita has got the goods. We talk, very candidly, about her roots as a Cuban American and how humor has been an integral part of her life and her practice as a psychologist. Take a load off and listen i...

Episode 19: Interview with Barb Grapstein

July 18, 2017 13:37 - 33 minutes - 60.8 MB

You’ve seen her. You’ve probably received a card or phone call from her. She’s smart, she’s funny and, yes, she used to be a hair model…she’s Barbara Grapstein! Yes, this week I get to talk to Barbara Grapstein. Barbara shares her own humor story and how it spurred an international quest to make a difference through her non-profit organization, Healing Headbands. Take a listen and find out how Barbara is making a difference at home and abroad through laughter and art! More on Barb...

Episode 18: Interview with Linda MacNeal

June 27, 2017 13:11 - 40 minutes - 73.7 MB

She’s worked for the circus, she’s an accomplished gymnast, she knows Japanese, she’s run a successful computer training company, she’s a FSP (Former Serious Person)….she’s Linda MacNeal! This week on Laughbox I got to have a conversation with a dear friend and colleague, Linda MacNeal. Seriously, there’s not much she hasn’t done and she shares IT ALL with us and also how she came to use humor in all aspects of her life. Tune in and turn up the volume for this interview with an amazing...

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