Family Secrets

Gretchen Rubin, renowned author and podcaster, joins Dani for a thought-provoking conversation. They dive into the art of storytelling and its role in understanding happiness and human nature. Gretchen shares her childhood reflections and the power of aphorisms. The discussion highlights the significance of digestible reading for personal growth, the exploration of hidden truths within families, and the importance of self-awareness. Together, they emphasize how authenticity in life and art can deepen connections and foster resilience.

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A ninety-year old father and his youngest daughter come together to unpack a secret that altered—and ultimately made sense of— the shape of each of their lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not every member of a family is told the same story. Elissa wrestles with the necessity of claiming her voice, even as telling her own singular truth may exact a painful price.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A box of letters. A hidden life. A history rewritten. Susan must reckon with how to move forward—how to be a daughter, a sister, a mother—after so much staggering change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

E.A. Hanks, a journalist and author of 'The Ten,' takes listeners on an evocative journey through her memoir, exploring the intricate layers of family secrets, mental illness, and identity. She reflects on her childhood dynamics, revealing how her mother's artistic struggles and the family's emotional turmoil shaped her understanding of self. The conversation also delves into grief after her mother's passing and the complex relationships that unfold in its wake, showcasing the power of storytelling to untangle personal narratives and confront buried truths.

What does it mean to be a family of one? Steven examines his search for belonging in the wake of disappearance, loss, and profound mystery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marianne Chambari, an insightful essayist and author of 'A Little Less Broken,' navigates her intricate journey of understanding identity, family secrets, and self-discovery. She candidly discusses the feeling of being out of place in a wealthy community and the challenges of addressing cultural identity. Marianne unpacks her struggles with misdiagnosis and societal perceptions, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance. Her experiences as an autistic woman highlight the journey for validation and understanding, ultimately fostering hope for a more inclusive future.

Erin grows up in and around violence and anger. But nothing could have prepared her for the tragic discovery she makes at age twenty-seven.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through the dual lens of a devoted sister and parent, Julie explores the emotional terrain of family illness and secrecy, puzzling over how she can care for others without losing herself entirely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.