Upworthy Weekly: Recent Episodes
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Upworthy’s first podcast is a lighthearted look at some of the site's most popular and engaging stories. It’s the perfect way to shake off the Monday-to-Friday news cycle with a refreshing dose of good news."Upworthy Weekly" is hosted by Alison Rosen and Tod Perry. Alison is best known for her super popular show “Alison Rosen is Your New Best Friend" and as the former co-host of "The Adam Carolla Show."Tod is one of Upworthy’s most prolific writers and has a long history in podcasting including the hit shows "Low Budget FM" and “What’s This Tao All About?”
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Alison and Tod are back with a new show, "Alison and Tod: After Hours" and we wanted to share it with our "Upworthy Weekly" audience by giving them a free preview. In this collection of clips, Tod tries to help Alison with her mental health by suggesting some alternatives to traditional therapy. Later, the perils of feeding hot chicken to a 7-year-old and everyday phrases people that make them unlikeable.
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What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? People are sharing the women who have a "voice of God" like Morgan Freeman. George Takei proves that it's never too late to achieve your dreams and a mom shares how audiobooks changed her life.Plus, Adam Sandler gives a hilarious acceptance speech and Alison contemplates a new career as a pro wrestler.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Tod and Alison talking about this week? The benefits of decorating for Christmas early, how to know you just won an argument and Harvard's advice on how to raise "good kids." Plus, the one artist "Weird" Al Yankovic won't parody and Tod makes a bold prediction about the future of Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A mother shares a poignant post about how friendship changes in your 30s and 40s. People are sharing the life lessons learned "the hard way" and the actor who played Biff in "Back to the Future" sings a funny song about fame. Plus, controversial Thanksgiving pie opinions and why do people wake up right before their alarms? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? Kids asked God the biggest questions and we have the answers. A woman is confused about whether she has an inner monologue and a mom shares the perfect way to deal with stranger danger. Plus, Upworthy joins the fight against world hunger and we try to make sense of Elon Musk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod celebrate their one-year anniversary by going over the show's brief history and controversial moments. Later, they look into things people enjoy as they age, an unpopular but effective parenting rule, and people share the biggest mistakes they've made. Plus, a woman rents out her “handy” husband and a montage of some of the show's funniest moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A couple that fell in love after meeting in an elevator got married, proving that love at first sight exists. Also, Jimmy Fallon asked people to share their best last-minute Halloween costume ideas and Anne Hathaway brilliantly tackles the “language of hatred” in a powerful new speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A grandmother has a hilarious handout for everyone who came to her funeral and non-Americans are sharing the things they think every American has in their kitchen. Plus, Patrick Hamilton from the “Kill By Kill” podcast stops by to share some horror films that are uplifting enough to be deemed “Upworthy.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? People are sharing the funniest things their partners have said in their sleep. Therapists say that horror films can help with anxiety and William Shatner reveals the depressing thing that happens when you go to space. Plus, a simple explanation for ADHD and Tod is a lair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? As Halloween approaches, they share advice on the best and worst in costumes and candy. Later, a mom does an excellent job fielding her daughter’s questions about pregnancy and a father has some thoughts about dads who do the bare minimum. Plus, a singing parrot and naming your kid after your friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod debate whether kids should be able to name themselves. A woman brings champagne to a one-year-old's birthday party and a bride left at the altar goes on with her wedding anyway. Plus, Tod has a moral dilemma about life and death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod discuss whether West Coast or East Coast people are more kind. Jimmy Fallon’s audience shares their worst first dates and a delivery nurse reveals the worst things men have said while their wives are giving birth. Plus, Alison has questionable fashion sense and Tod’s having astrological issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod Taking about this week? A fussy kindergartener has a real problem with his mom's cooking. People are sharing the things teens aren't ready to hear and people who have everything and still aren’t happy. Plus, a representative from Nike shares its latest innovation that significantly reduces its carbon footprint. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Tod and Alison talking about on this week’s episode of “Upworthy Weekly”? They remember Queen Elizabeth by sharing a funny story from her bodyguard and by nominating the Americans they think are worthy of the crown. Later, Taylor Hawkins’ son pays tribute to his late father by playing drums with the Foo Fighters and a woman shares her grandmother’s great advice for getting through tough times. Plus, Tod had an awfully bad week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode of “Upworthy Weekly,” Alison and Tod talk about the things teachers did in the ‘80s and ‘90s that just wouldn’t fly today. They also discuss a beauty pageant contestant who refuses to wear makeup, Arnold Schwarzenegger’s advice to graduates and how to stop misinformation online. Plus, a 7-year-old listener rates her week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode of “Upworthy Weekly” Alison and Tod discuss some fun cat stories, a couple who took engagement photos at Olive Garden and a woman whose 100th birthday wish was to be arrested. Plus, what does a black hole sound like and why is this time of year so special to Tod? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week’s episode of “Upworthy Weekly” Alison and Tod tackle some tricky parenting questions. Did Britney Spears yell at her kids or was she just being a good parent? What are the worst diaper disasters you’ve experienced? Should parents make their kids pay rent? Plus, scientists are looking to bring back extinct animals. Didn’t “Jurassic Park” teach us any lessons? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this Saturday’s show, Alison and Tod talk about the funny names that kids use for things. Later, they listen to a TikTokker who sounds exactly like Michael Jackson and discuss the things people prefer to do “the old-fashioned way.” Plus, Tod has a controversial strategy to take the podcast to new heights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod talk about the uniquely American things that non-Americans would love to try. Later, they discuss a new study that shows why readers live longer and review a list of funny Arabic idioms. Plus, why we may have just entered a mythological future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In episode 39, Alison and Tod talk about the Disney films that disturbed them as children. They also discuss giant dog beds for humans and a super-sweet surprise that “Weird Al” Yankovic had for his biggest fan. Plus, TV icon Norman Lear shares some words of wisdom on his 100th birthday and Alison has to get the proverbial bear out of her proverbial hammock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? Alicia Silverstone still co-sleeps with her eleven-year-old son. When are children too old to sleep with their parents? Women are sharing the nonsexual things that turn them on and a hilarious Nigerian woman dispels African stereotypes. Plus, Tod looks at the positive side of having Covid-19 and the vegetables no one can stand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The show opens with Tod sharing great advice on making your own luck he learned from Dr. Christian Busch. Later, why did people look older in the past and should young guys get vasectomies? Plus, advice for living in ridiculous times and Alison has COVID-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod discuss Carson Daly’s brave admission that he and his wife have had a sleep divorce. They also hear from a psychologist who teaches people to love their flaws and go over a list of things that are "frowned upon" but shouldn’t be. Plus, Tod is a little skittish and Alison had a very bad week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tod and Alison do something a little different this week by discussing some of the most uplifting entries in Upworthy's "10 Things That Made Us Smile This Week" articles that come out every Friday. You'll meet a heartwarming British senior citizen, groove to some classical music played on marimbas by South African students, laugh at the funniest cat name ever, and hear a lovely tribute to John Lennon by his son. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? People are sharing the things they miss about life before the internet. Tips for ending conversations with people who talk too much, and what happened to MTV? Plus, are rival good news podcasts conspiring to ruin the show? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In an episode filled with self-help advice, Alison and Tod learn that people who have a positive outlook tend to live longer. They also examine “Star Wars” creator George Lucas' thoughts on happiness. Plus, a songwriter named Jax has written the "jam of the summer” revealing Victoria's secret and Tod’s mind is blown by avocado toast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A mom-to-be has rules for meeting her baby, 911 operators share their wildest stories and a world traveler saved $28,000 by cat-sitting. Plus, Tod has a major domestic problem and Alison had a bad week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? People are sharing marriage advice that "sounded absurd" but is really helpful and a retired military pilot uses his plane to save rescue dogs. Plus, Alison and Tod share tips on saving money and Jennifer Garner makes calling your senator easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
At the end of a hard week, Alison and Tod attempt to lift people’s spirits with a “joy bomb” of positive stories. First, a Florida student’s graduation speech brilliantly gets around the “Don’t Say Gay” law. Later, TikTok has a new dad who cares, and Mr. Rogers gets his own holiday in Pennsylvania. Plus, cheers to stepmoms and a new mother shares the surprises that come with having a baby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod talk with Tracy Kaplan from the "Ten News" about how to discuss current events with kids. Plus, Matt McConaughey shares important advice about language. People are wondering if life gets better after 30 and some positive news about cats (finally!). Plus, folks share their strange nicknames and Alison sets the camping “Truthers” straight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod discuss one of Upworthy's most popular stories of all time, a couple in their 50s retired to spend the rest of their lives on cruise ships. A pelvis floor doctor has a mind-blowing revelation about going "just in case" and people in England are overcoming trauma through stand-up comedy. Plus, Alison goes camping, and Tod remembers his old dance moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A company in India wants its employees to take a 30-minute nap every day to increase productivity. ESPN host Scott Van Pelt gives a moving tribute to his dog, and people are helping introverts by teaching them how to make small talk. Plus, Tod is trying to “Be like Mike” and Alison has had a hard week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod share the advice they’d give their 13-year-old selves. An elderly man’s life is transformed by dog sitting for his neighbor and people share how to get a guy to stop hitting on you. Plus, an incredible Jack Russell terrier saves lives, and a Florida man fights back against book bans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week’s show touches on everything from religion to psychology to criminology. Alison and Tod open with an appeal to have a legendary rapper co-host the show. They move on to discuss a clever Lyft driver’s ride menu, a guy who was raised to be the perfect husband, and a spiritual discussion on questions we’d ask God. Plus, Tod’s caffeine addiction is leading him astray and Alison shares marriage advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What stories are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A woman asks a man she met online for her grandmother’s approval before their date. People are sharing the strange and creepy things their kids have said and researchers found that people’s views change after switching news channels. Plus, Tod nominates the greatest Americans for Mount Rushmore 2 and Alison has a real problem with the dentist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which Upworthy stories are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A monk shares his advice for building a great morning routine. A news crew uncovers footage of an 11-year-old Prince and non-Americans are sharing the dead giveaways that someone is from the U.S. Plus, Tod discusses his new health plan and Alison has a harrowing moment while on vacation in Hawaii. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a very special episode of "Upworthy Weekly," we go back to the beginning and take a listen to the never-before-heard demo that Alison and Tod recorded to get the job as hosts of the podcast. It's like a time machine that magically takes you back to May 2021. A guy living off the grid is surprised when he learns about the pandemic. The governor of Ohio holds a lottery to get people vaccinated. And Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard admit they're fine with the other person finding someone attractive. Plus, Alison's Advice on making friends and Tod's favorite Dolly Parton quote. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison Rosen and Tod Perry talking about this week? A couple adopts a dog surrendered by its owner for being “gay.” Wales just outlawed spanking your kids. A woman goes viral for asking what men “universally love” and Tom Hanks crashes a wedding. Plus, Tod talks to writer Max Patrick Schlienger on the perils of social media addiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Four single mothers bought a house together and created a commune in Washington, D.C. People are sharing the "one simple thing that can fix the world" and teachers reveal the funniest reasons why they had to call home. Plus, Tod's St. Patrick's Day disaster and Alison is having a marital stand-off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A teacher is mispronouncing students' names and it's for a great reason. What are the things that we say are “normal,” but should really be questioned? And a grandma has a super crush on Keanu Reeves, but don't we all? Plus, Tod reveals his secret to a happy marriage and why do we always talk about dogs and never about cats? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod take a shot at solving life’s biggest question, “What happens after we die?” However, it’s not all heavy stuff. They also discuss the “unmanly” things that guys love, diamonds, the gift of Chipotle, and a life-saving beagle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Twin sisters married twin brothers and their children are cousins who are more like brothers. A mom bet her teen son he couldn’t stay off social media for six years, and a bumper sticker saved someone’s life. Plus, Tod reveals he’s an empath and a person who uses a wheelchair shows you how to not be “weird” around him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A super nice guy from Australia accompanied his pregnant Tinder date to the hospital to have a baby. People are sharing the parenting trends they think should end, and the internet comes together to reunite a lost teddy bear with his family. Plus, Alison's unimpressive theater debut and Tod's moral dilemma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Parenting reveals by Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard bring up a discussion about parents who co-sleep with their kids. People are sharing the social cues that show someone is being flirtatious and a man roller-skated nearly 700 miles to see Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “Dream” speech. Plus, weird high school stories and the pandemic is making our hosts challenge their hygiene routines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A guy on Reddit wants to know if he was wrong to ditch his date for being racist. Alison and Tod share their tips for when it’s time to leave a party. Plus, an inspirational kindergartner dishes out sage advice and the new movement for mental health days off in school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A mother makes parents everywhere feel better about themselves after admitting that she forgot her child’s birthday. People are getting real about the adult problems nobody prepared them for and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has some great thoughts on positive psychology. Also, could listing someone’s carbon footprint on their grocery receipt help climate change? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What stories are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A doctor did a study and found the age that men and women start acting like their moms and dads. Parents are sharing the phrases they repeat all day, but their kids still refuse to listen. Studies show that sarcastic teens are smarter, and women share the small gestures they absolutely love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A couple caused a stir on TikTok after claiming that men love like children and women love like mothers. The Pope has some controversial advice on parenting and Chasten Buttigieg takes on a homophobic troll. Plus, how Alison tries to be more like Oprah and a super-wholesome story about Paul Rudd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Therapists revealed a list of the common problems their clients are afraid to talk about. The friendship between Patton Oswalt and Dave Chappelle brings up a big issue that a lot of us face, and a dog makes the ultimate sacrifice. Plus, cults are making a comeback, which one should Alison join? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod wrap up the year by finishing a list of the top ten most popular Upworthy stories of 2021. In part two of two, a pet psychologist reveals your dog’s innermost thoughts and a late-night host’s Twitter game was a massive hit with Upworthy’s readers. Which dramatic story made it to number one? Listen and see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod wrap up the year by covering a list of the top ten most popular Upworthy stories of 2021. In the first of two episodes, two Olympians capture our hearts for very different reasons. Upworthy’s favorite actor has a stunning reaction to one of 2021’s most popular tech trends, and a clever parenting hack that could save a child’s life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Billie Eilish took a bold stance on the topic of teens and adult online content, begging the question: what can parents do? Later, Alison and Tod talk about the taboos surrounding mixed-height couples and the fun ways that people have quit their jobs. Also, what movies make you bawl your eyes out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tod believes he should be crowned the King of Good News, but Alison questions whether he deserves the title. Also, the small changes that can make a big impact on your life, an evicted Dunkin' employee is given a new home, and the problems that older men have maintaining friendships. Plus, Tod and Alison go over the concept of Askers versus Guessers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our latest episode, Alison and Tod answer some of the big questions asked on Upworthy this week. What subtle hints let you know someone is very intelligent? Should your boss be able to contact you after work hours? Should a woman move in with her boyfriend who's been coddled by his mother? Finally, we end with the “happy-sad” story of a couple who gave their dog a touching send-off on her last day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alison and Tod take a look at the stark contrast in how men and women are judged as parents. They also examine John Mayer’s graceful handling of a troll, the outmoded idea of virginity, and the “grandmother effect.” Plus, get to know the man behind “Recess Therapy” a hilarious page where kids sound off life’s big issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our third episode is a Gen X extravaganza where Alison and Tod talk about the short-lived swing craze of the mid-‘90s and review a list of things people miss from the “last great decade.” Also, a brave Boy Scout rescues an injured dog, great news the media isn’t telling you, and the mysterious event that occurs before death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the second full episode of “Upworthy Weekly,” Alison and Tod tackle the big questions in life. Why do women love Pete Davidson? Should platonic friends get married? And how much money should parents give their grown-up kids? Plus, a blogger finds a unique way to end his smartphone addiction and a new way to get in shape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the first episode of Upworthy's first-ever podcast, Alison and Tod have a heated debate over Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You" and Christmas music in general. They also look at the new trend in body neutrality and discuss modern people who are worthy of sainthood. Questions, comments, want to share what happened in your week? Email us at UpworthyWeekly@Upworthy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the first "teaser" episode of "Upworthy Weekly," Alison and Tod discuss the common mistakes people make when falling in love. Later, a conversation between a doctor and a vaccine-hesitant man at a Florida bar leads to mutual understanding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices