How Long Gone 854. - Penn Badgley
Oct 8, 2025
Penn Badgley, the charming actor from Gossip Girl and You, opens up about the chaos of raising newborn twins while promoting his upcoming essay collection. He dives into his spiritual journey within the Baha'i faith, discussing the cultural richness of Iranian food and community. Penn reflects on navigating fame, career burnout, and the transformative power of music on his creative path. With tales of personal growth through meditation and travel, his insights blend humor with a deep sense of purpose.
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Recording With Newborn Twins
- Penn records the episode with an infant strapped to his chest while promoting his book and handling newborn duties.
- He describes twin newborn care, using a night nurse and learning bottles, as unexpectedly intense and exhausting.
Meditation As Textual Reflection
- Penn meditates by reading and reflecting on Baha'i writings rather than seeking non-thought silence.
- He uses brief, repeated focus on phrases to extract layered personal meaning over years.
Finding Baha'i Faith In Colombia
- Penn recounts seeking spiritual truth after teen drug experiences and meeting a young Baha'i in Colombia.
- That friendship and exposure to Baha'i ideas linked personal transformation to social responsibility for him.
