The Fun Table: Why We Keep Going Back to Reunions

Alysse Bryson and Libby Sundgren are joined at The Fun Table by Kristin Graham, Amy Liz Harrison and Dele Downs Kooley for a hilarious and heartfelt look at reunions. From over-the-top family gatherings (including themed Olympics and Civil War reenactments!) to awkward high school reunions and surprise run-ins at the airport, the group unpacks the chaos, nostalgia, and sometimes cringe-worthy moments that make reunions truly unforgettable. Key takeaways: Reunions aren't just about reliving the past — whether with family, classmates, or old coworkers, they’re a chance to celebrate legacy, reconnect, and embrace how far you’ve come (spoiler: sometimes the best reunions are with chosen family). Timestamps:  [00:00] - Alysse’s senior yearbook dreams of pickleball stardom [00:01:46] - Why family reunions are an extreme sport in Alysse’s world [00:07:12] - Life-sized board games, gold panning, and creative cousins [00:13:00] - Midwest steak memories and rambunctious spoons games [00:17:54] - Finding community and legacy beyond biological family [00:22:54] - Would your 18-year-old self recognize you now? [00:27:44] - Airport reunions, ex run-ins, and coworker catch-ups [00:34:17] - Unanswered prayers, embracing your path, and gathering with intention [00:37:09] - “Reason, season, or lifetime”: What reunions teach us Resources & Links: -Book: "The Art of Gathering"  -Event: Sidekick Suppers -Meet The Fun Table: Kristin Graham, Dele Downs Kooley, Amy Liz Harrison -Alysse & Libby: Bios & LinkedIn Connect with Us: -Website: www.beatsworkingpodcast.com -LinkedIn: @BEATS WORKING Show -Instagram: @beatsworkingshow -Facebook: @Beats Working Show -YouTube: @BEATSWORKINGPODCAST Follow & Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners. Send Feedback: If you have a show idea, feedback, or just want to connect, email us at [email protected].  BEATS WORKING is a platform on a mission to redeem work—the word, the place, and the way. We believe that work is the most honorable act in the universe, and through inspiring stories and practical insights, we want to transform the way people think about work and help them discover greater fulfillment in their lives. We invite you to join us as we build community through sharing and actively demonstrating what we learn.