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Mentioned in 49 episodes
The good life
Book • 1976
This play, adapted by Jeremy Sams from the original sitcom by John Esmonde and Bob Larbey, follows Tom and Barbara Good as they transform their suburban home in Surbiton into a model of self-sufficiency.
They grow their own food, keep livestock, make their own clothes, and generate electricity from manure.
The play reunites the beloved characters, including Geraldine the goat, and explores issues of sustainability and community, blending old and new comedic elements.
They grow their own food, keep livestock, make their own clothes, and generate electricity from manure.
The play reunites the beloved characters, including Geraldine the goat, and explores issues of sustainability and community, blending old and new comedic elements.
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Mentioned in 49 episodes
Mentioned by Mel as a book by Dr. Robert Waldinger, director of the longest running study on happiness in history.
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Tiny Fixes for a Tired Life: 7 Habits That Make Your Life Better
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Mel Robbins while discussing the concept of the social clock and its impact on happiness.
Mel Robbins while discussing the concept of the social clock and its impact on happiness.276 snips
If You’re Feeling Behind in Life, Listen to This
Mentioned by Mel Robbins as the author of the book and international bestseller, "The Good Life", which shares research and secrets to living a good life.
Mel Robbins as the author of the book and international bestseller, "The Good Life", which shares research and secrets to living a good life.237 snips
What Makes a Good Life? Lessons From the Longest Study on Happiness
Mentioned by Arthur Brooks as a book based on the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
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Conversation with Arthur Brooks — The Pillars of Happiness
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Dan Harris as the co-author of "The Good Life", a book summarizing the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
Dan Harris as the co-author of "The Good Life", a book summarizing the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
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Lessons From the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness | Dr. Robert Waldinger
Mentioned by Aliza Pressman as a book containing insights from the Harvard Study of Adult Development.
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The Secrets to Building a Happy Life and Raising Happy Kids w/ Dr. Robert Waldinger
Mentioned by Dan Harris in relation to his research on the factors contributing to a long and healthy life.
Dan Harris in relation to his research on the factors contributing to a long and healthy life.
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta On The 5 Pillars Of Brain Health
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Derek Thompson as the authors of the book, based on their decades-long study of adult happiness.
Derek Thompson as the authors of the book, based on their decades-long study of adult happiness.
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What’s So Great About Marriage?
Mentioned by Derek Thompson as the authors of a new book about the Harvard Study of Adult Development and its lessons on a long and fulfilling life.
Derek Thompson as the authors of a new book about the Harvard Study of Adult Development and its lessons on a long and fulfilling life.39 snips
Happiness in America, Part 1: The Secret to a 'Good Life,' According to an 80-Year Study
Mentioned by Cory as a Bookworm Club recommendation, expressing excitement to discuss it.
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176: The Art of Clear Thinking by Hasard Lee
