Tuesday People
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About
Host Mitch Albom, author of the worldwide No. 1 bestseller Tuesdays With Morrie, explores the themes he and his old professor spoke about as Morrie was leaving the world, and how they relate to leading a better life. An interactive show with listener and occasional guest participation, “Tuesday People” is a community interested in knowing what matters in life, keeping that in perspective, and applying it to make our days happier and more fulfilling. Bestselling author Mitch Albom will be joined by producer and on-air co-host, Lisa Goich. An award-winning author, copywriter, major market talk radio host, blogger, and former stand-up comedian, Lisa has worked with Mitch for nearly three decades on his radio shows. She continues this longstanding relationship with Tuesday People, lending an ear, voice, and helping hand to this community-driven podcast. Together, they’ll explore the lasting lessons from the book that became an international phenomenon, and most importantly, share
Episodes
- Episode 255 - The Motherless Mother's Day Club
On this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast with host Mitch Albom, we ask a difficult question for so many: How do people who are motherless celebrate Mother’s Day? Mitch reflects on the idea that even when our mothers are no long…
- Episode 254 - When God Says No
On this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom returns with part two of last week’s conversation, gently exploring one of life’s most difficult questions: how do you keep going in your grief when your prayers feel u…
- Episode 253 - Life is a Marathon
In this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, in honor of this week's Boston Marathon, host Mitch Albom laces up for a heartfelt reflection on his personal experience covering and running the race as a journalist. Mitch brings list…
- Episode 252 - In Celebration of the Local
On this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom invites us to slow down and celebrate the heart of where we live—the local traditions, foods, and gatherings that give our towns their soul. From neighborhood rituals t…
- Episode 251 - Have Faith Haiti: A 60 Minutes Report on Love, Life & Lessons With Anderson Cooper
On this week’s episode of Tuesday People , host Mitch Albom discusses Anderson Cooper’s powerful 60 Minutes segment, exploring what it means to hold on to faith in the face of unimaginable hardship and how love, resilience, and human conne…
- Episode 250 - Eric Dane: The Gift of Final Words
On this week’s Tuesday People , host Mitch Albom and producer Lisa Goich reflect on the final words of actor Eric Dane, who recently passed away following a brief illness with ALS. During a confidential taping of Famous Last Words in Novem…
- Episode 249 - "I'd Like to Thank God..."
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, a familiar awards-season phrase sparks a deeper conversation. After attending the GRAMMYs®, Producer Lisa noticed how often winners stepped to the mic and began their speeches by thanking God—and it…
- Episode 248 - Class Is in Session: Who Was Your Favorite Teacher?
On this week's Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom invites us to reflect on the teachers who changed our lives. Who was your favorite teacher, and what did they give you that still shapes who you are today? Mitch shares stories about…
- Episode 247 - Live Every Day As If It's Your First
As we begin a new year, the Tuesday People podcast opens with a gentle but powerful reframe: what if, instead of living each day as if it were our last, we lived it as if it were our first ? Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s reminder that chang…
- Episode 246 - From Presents to Presence: Making Peace With the Quiet Week After Christmas
On this week’s Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom reflects on the quiet, often overlooked stretch of time between Christmas and New Year’s — that in-between week when routines pause and the world seems to exhale. While many of us don’t qu…
- Episode 245 - Holiday Cheer: Beating the Blah-Humbugs
The holidays come with a lot of pressure to be joyful, grateful, festive, and smiling, even when your heart may not be there. In this week’s Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom reflects on the idea of “holiday cheer” and why it doesn’t nee…
- Episode 244 - All in the Family: A Love Letter to the Mom & Pop Bookshop
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, Mitch reflects on the independent bookstores that anchor communities across the country. As he travels from town to town on his current tour, he’s reminded that every great chain once began as a sin…
- Episode 243 - Pass the Potatoes, Pause the Politics
On today’s Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom reflects on why Thanksgiving — his favorite holiday of the year — shouldn’t be a battleground for politics or a place where we decide who “gets to be at the table” based on how they voted. In…
- Episode 242 - The Words We Wished We'd Spoken
On this week’s Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom explores the most common “Twice” regret: wishing for a second chance to say goodbye. From the daughter who says, “I’d go back to the day my father died,” to Alfie in Twice , whose mother d…
- Episode 241 - The Grass is Rarely Greener: Further Reflection on Twice
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom continues his reflection on his newest book, Twice , exploring how love — the steady, familiar kind — often holds more value than the shiny distractions that try to pull us away. Wh…
- Episode 240 - Twice Shy: When Love Gets a Do-Over
On this week’s Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom continues his Twice series with a focus on love, relationships, and the heartbreak of missed opportunities. What if you lost your chance at love—not once, but twice? Mitch explores th…
- Episode 239 - Second Chances: The Conversation About Twice Continues
On this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom continues the conversation from last week’s discussion of his new novel, Twice , by sharing heartfelt listener stories about their own do-overs and second chances. From…
- Episode 238 - Twice: A Sneak Peek at Mitch Albom's Latest Book
On today’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom reads from his newest novel, Twice —the story of Alfie Logan, a man who discovers he can relive any moment of his life a second time, only to learn that second chances alwa…
- Episode 237 - The Magic of September
Do you remember that back-to-school feeling? New shoes, blank notebooks, and the sense that anything was possible? In this episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom revisits the magic of September and explores how we can reca…
- Episode 236 - Joyspan With Author Dr. Kerry Burnight
This week on the Tuesday People Podcast, Mitch Albom is joined by America’s Gerontologist, Dr. Kerry Burnight—also known to her many followers as “Dr. Kerry”—to talk about her groundbreaking new book, JOYSPAN: The Art and Science of Thrivi…
- Episode 235 - #@%! Happens: Our Culture's Love Affair with Four-Letter Words
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses the growing trend of profanity among those in power—from presidents and governors—to moms at dance recitals. Once reserved for private moments, harsh language is now being…
- Episode 234 - The Blame Game
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom explores The Blame Game —our cultural compulsion to assign fault whenever disaster strikes. Prompted by the recent devastating floods in Texas, Mitch reflects on how, particularly i…
- Episode 233 - The Consequence of Time
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom explores The Consequence of Time — that strange, undeniable shift in how we experience time as we age. Remember when summer felt endless and birthdays couldn’t come fast enough? And…
- Episode 232 - Family-Style with Adriana Trigiani
Bestselling author Adriana Trigiani joins Mitch Albom on this week's Tuesday People podcast to discuss her heartwarming new novel, The View From Lake Como (Dutton) — a funny, tender story of one woman’s quest to carve out a meaningful, cre…
- Episode 231 - Honoring the Quiet Exit
On this week's Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom explores the emotional complexity of a loved one’s quiet exit—when those nearing the end choose not to share their diagnosis or impending passing with others. Inspired by lessons from…
- Episode 230 - More Than a Diploma: The Hidden Perks of College Life
This week on the "Tuesday People" podcast, Mitch Albom explores the topic of the hidden perks of college life. With 51% of Gen Zers questioning whether college was worth it, and rising costs making many think twice, the value of higher edu…
- Episode 229 - Faith & Ritual
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom reflects on faith and ritual in light of the recent passing of Pope Francis. With church attendance at an all-time low, Mitch explores what we’ve lost—not just in belief, but in the…
- Episode 228 - Beneath The Skin with Jazz Legend Nnenna Freelon
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom welcomes GRAMMY ® -nominated jazz vocalist Nnenna Freelon for a deeply moving conversation about grief, loss, and healing. Nnenna shares the inspiration behind her latest album, Ben…
- Episode 227 - The Aspiration of Sacrifice
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom explores the deeper meaning behind sacrifice —not as a burden, but as a noble aspiration. Drawing from his book The Five People You Meet in Heaven , Mitch reminds us that "Sacrifice is a…
- Episode 226 - Gratitude, Obligation, and the Art of Giving Without Expectation
On this week's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom explores the complex nature of gratitude and obligation. True gratitude, when genuine, can be life-changing. But when imposed, it can feel much closer to shame than app…
- Episode 225 - What Are You Neglecting?
On this week’s Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom explores the profound impact of neglect—both intentional and unintentional—through the lens of a heartbreaking news story out of Detroit. From the relationships we take for granted to…
- Episode 224 - It's in Giving That We Receive
On this week’s Tuesday People podcast, we explore the power of kindness and giving. Too often, we hesitate—negotiating our time, effort, or resources before deciding to help. But true giving isn’t about what we lose; it’s about the love an…
- Episode 223 - Timeless vs. Timely
Some messages find us exactly when we need them most. Others may slip by if we’re not open to receiving them. On this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom reflects on the power of timing in our lives—specifically…
- Episode 222 - You Can't Have Community Without Unity
In this episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom reflects on community and the profound impact it has during times of crisis. Inspired by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles—producer Lisa’s hometown—Mitch and Lisa share…
- Episode 221 - Clean Slates
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase "a clean slate"? Maybe it conjures an image of fresh, untrodden snow—a bright white canvas untouched by the past. A new year offers that same sense of possibility: a reset button, a chance to rew…
- Episode 220 - Silent Nights: The Gift of Alone Time During the Holidays
In this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom discusses the often-overlooked importance of carving out moments of solitude during the bustling holiday season. While togetherness is at the heart of the holidays, the…
- Episode 219 - Happy Thanksgiving: Pass The Recipes
Thanksgiving is a time for food, family, and cherished traditions. On this special holiday episode of the Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom explores the significance of those timeless family recipes that have graced your holiday tables f…
- Episode 218 - Speaking to Little Ears: How Our Tone Can Make or Break a Child's Spirit
On this week's Tuesday People Podcast, Mitch Albom delves into the profound impact of the words and tones we use around children. "Speaking to Little Ears: How Our Tone Can Make or Break a Child's Spirit" explores how the way we speak, the…
- Episode 217 - The Impossible Dream with Broadway Star Aaron Lazar
On this week’s Tuesday People Podcast with Mitch Albom, we’re joined by the extraordinary Aaron Lazar, an award-winning actor and singer on a mission to turn "The Impossible Dream" into a reality. Diagnosed with ALS in 2022, Aaron has chan…
- Episode 216 - Home Is Where Our Hearts Connect: Exploring the Bonds We Build in Shared Spaces
On this week’s episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom pays tribute to his former roommate Ken Droz, while delving into the often overlooked but profound emotional connections that arise from sharing a home. Living with som…
- Episode 215 - Life Happens in the Spaces Between Our Plans: A Tribute to Dennis Tini
In this week's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, Mitch Albom honors the life of Dennis Tini , a renowned musician whose path took an unexpected turn by a moment of fate, leading him to become a beloved teacher to the children of Have…
- Episode 214 - A Tuesday People Tribute to Richard Harris: The Man Who Started it All
In this week's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom honors the life and legacy of Richard Harris, a cherished friend of the show. Richard was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a colleague to many. He played a p…
- Episode 213 - A Wedding In Haiti
In this heartwarming episode of the Tuesday People podcast, Mitch Albom shares the touching story of a wedding that recently took place on the grounds of the Have Faith Haiti orphanage. Amidst the challenges of a country in turmoil, the di…
- Episode 212 - You're Here Because Somebody Cared
In this heartwarming episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom reflects on the profound yet often forgotten moments of care that shape our lives. There was a time when we were too young to remember being nurtured, protected,…
- Episode 211 - The End of Summer Podcast
As the warmth of summer fades and the cool breeze of autumn begins, we’re reminded of the inevitable changes life brings. In this episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom reflects on the end of summer—both in nature and in l…
- Episode 210: The Joy of Discovering a New/Old Memory
In this episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom reflects on the joy of rediscovering forgotten memories. Inspired by the thoughtful gift of Heather Pillar's book, Memento to Morrie: Images of Love and Loss , Mitch shares ho…
- Episode 209 - Find Your Vine (And Swing to a New Dream)
On today's episode of the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom shares stories from his recent adventures in Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands, and how this once-in-a-lifetime dream trip juxtaposed perfectly with the Summer Olym…
- Episode 208 - The Age of Ageism
This week on the Tuesday People podcast, host Mitch Albom tackles the critical issue of Ageism. We discuss the ways in which our society - especially in America - often marginalizes and disrespects older adults. With insights from Morrie S…
- Episode 207 - When is Enough, Enough? Recognizing and Breaking Free From Envy
On today's episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom dives into the complex and often destructive emotion of envy. We explore the question: When is enough, enough? Mitch unpacks why people are so frequently plagued by envy an…
- Episode 206 - Words To Live By: Life Lessons from Notable Commencement Speeches
In this episode of the Tuesday People Podcast, host Mitch Albom shares some of the most iconic commencement speeches that have inspired graduates to pursue their dreams and make a difference. Drawing from the life lessons and words of insp…