Life is Short with Justin Long
Wondery
Is it just me or is time flying by? How do we make the most out of our short time here on Earth? That’s what we’re here to find out. I’m Justin Long and I’ve been an actor for most of my life, so I’m used to getting inside the heads of the characters I play. But now that I’m getting older (I’m in my forties, yikes), I want to peek inside the heads of real people to learn how they find meaning in life. I’m also very curious what their favorite snack food is, and what emoji they use most often — ya know, the REALLY important stuff. Every episode I’ll get personal with all kinds of people, from actors to musicians to deep thinkers who fascinate me. My brother Christian is on hand each episode to keep me honest, and occasionally remind me about some of the embarrassing things I’ve done over the years. Join us, or if you have more important things to do, that’s okay too — life is short!Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.
Episodes
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Oct 31, 2023 • 1h 23min
Ken Jennings 🫡
Ken Jennings (Jeopardy!) and Justin talk about his book “100 Places To See After You Die" about the afterlife, his amazing journey from unfulfilled software engineer to Jeopardy champ/host, and what Alex Trebek said to him shortly before he died.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 27, 2023 • 57min
Life Is Short(er): Skunk Dreams, Savannah Spirits, and Mountain Lion Scat 🌭
The guys discuss the latest chapter of Christian’s skunk saga, this time, Terminix comes out and does nothing about it. Then Justin recounts his trip to Savannah, Georgia and all the ghosts he and Kate encountered. Then, a listener named Jess writes in to tell about her own ghost encounter, and offers an idea for the loser of their football bet. Finally, Brandon calls in with some great advice for Christian’s skunk issue involving mountain lion poop, and he tops it off with a culinarily disgusting Would You Rather.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 38min
Malcolm Gladwell :)
Malcolm Gladwell (Revisionist History) and Justin talk about the 20+ years since he wrote his influential book The Tipping Point (and why he’s working on a sequel now), they discuss the latest season of his podcast Revisionist History about guns in America, and they debate why mayonnaise doesn’t belong in a sandwich.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 20, 2023 • 56min
Life Is Short(er): Golden Bachelor, Turtle Baby, and Young vs. Old 🤘
The guys discuss how The Golden Bachelor just hits different than regular Bachelor seasons, plus they discuss the latest Bachelor In Paradise episode where Hannah Brown returns. Justin tells us how he is the proud adoptive father of an errant snapping turtle baby that had trouble hatching in his yard. We read a letter from a senior citizen listener named Laura who asks if the guys would rather be young and full of anxiety or old and secure. Finally, we hear a voicemail from Ashley asking what rock star they’d let their significant other hook up with.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 17, 2023 • 1h 27min
Kelly Ripa 😜
Kelly Ripa (Let's Talk Off Camera) and Justin talk about her humble upbringing in New Jersey, what made her fall in love with her husband Mark Consuelos (and what it’s like to work with him as her cohost), and they share their mutual love of Jerry O’Connell.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 13, 2023 • 48min
Life Is Short(er): Skunk Porch, Cannabis Cop, and Green Lights 🌹
The guys discuss how the skunk orgy in Christian’s yard has now multiplied and moved under his porch, and he appeals to listeners about how to handle it. Justin tells a story about smoking weed with a retired Massachusetts cop who has always wanted to get high with an actor. Justin feels uneasy about it, but does it anyway. Then we read a letter from a ”prodigal shortie” named Robin who writes in with a spooky story about receiving messages beyond the grave. Finally, we hear from a listener named Sean who was once interrupted by Justin during karaoke in LA.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 10, 2023 • 1h 27min
Jerry Toth 😒
Jerry Toth (TMA and To'ak Chocolate) and Justin talk about his career pivot from investment banking to conservation, how he started his company cultivating rare Ecuadorian chocolate, and how psychedelics helped him process immense grief and loss.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 6, 2023 • 54min
Life Is Short(er): Bad Haircut, Speeding Ticket and Football Swifties 🚌
The guys discuss the initially terrible haircut Justin was shamed into getting, and Christian fills us in on his eventful weekend in Marfa, Texas, including getting a speeding ticket and rejecting the deputy’s small-talk advances. Then we read a letter from another listener named Fran, who laments losing Aaron Rodgers from her beloved Green Bay Packers. Finally, a stoner listener named Justin calls in asking whether the guys would rather binge their favorite sugary cereal or another stoner food like pizza.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 3, 2023 • 1h 36min
Jon Ronson 👻👁🏥💀
Jon Ronson, a 'gonzo' journalist, discusses his career, public shaming, and the Oklahoma City bombings. They explore curiosity, the impact of public shaming, encounters with Alex Jones, and their love for work. They also share personal anecdotes and discuss film gaps and social media.
Sep 29, 2023 • 51min
Life Is ShortLife Is Short(er): Happy’s Bday, Tankless Job, and Freddy vs. Jason 🐁
The guys open up with a discussion about Moosehead Beer and how Justin had his first sip as a toddler, plus we celebrate Happy the dog’s birthday by feeding him endless Greenies treats. Christian tells an embarrassing story about how he thought his tankless water heater was broken until a repairman charged him $200 to turn on a switch. We read a letter from Kayleen from San Diego about how the show helped her finally find a therapist (thanks, Better Help!). Finally, we hear a voicemail from a stoned listener named Maddie who asks whether the guys would rather fight Freddy Krueger or Jason Voorhees.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
