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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 7 MIN

Good Things to Start Your Week, Take Two

from The Brian Lehrer Show · host WNYC

Melissa Kirsch, writer of the New York Times newsletter "The Good List," which gives recommendations and inspirations for living a more joyful and meaningful life, and writer of "The Morning" newsletter on Saturday, discusses her work and listeners call in about the new things they've tried that are bringing more joy and meaning to their lives. Photo: Stock image of joyful child running through a field.  (Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Creative) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Melissa Kirsch discusses her work and listeners call in about what's bringing joy and meaning to their lives.

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