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The Day One Podcast
by Day One
The Day One Podcast explores journaling as a powerful tool for preserving memories, deepening self-reflection, and living more intentionally. Whether you're capturing small moments or life's big lessons, tune in for conversations that highlight the many ways journaling can enrich your life—along with the latest updates and features from the Day One team.New episodes every other Friday.dayoneapp.com/podcast
Episodes
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82 - Slowing Down and Digging Deep: Antoinette McDonald on Journaling the Year Ahead
Journaling guide and storyteller Antoinette McDonald joins the Day One Podcast for a conversation about slowing down, paying attention, and using journaling to orient through the year ahead. Antoinette shares insights from more than a decade of teaching journaling workshops and retreats…
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81 - Looking Back to Begin Again: Reflections on a Year of Journaling Conversations
As we step into a new year, this episode offers a moment to pause, reflect, and look back. Over the past year, the Day One Podcast has been a space for thoughtful conversations about journaling: how it helps us pay attention to our lives, process what's hard, create space in a full world, and...
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80 - Ground and Grow: Katie Swanson on Journaling, Yoga, and Learning to Rest
In this episode of the Day One Podcast, Kristen sits down with Katie Swanson, a yoga instructor and journaling guide who brings together movement, mindfulness, and writing in her in-person journaling workshops. Katie shares how her journaling practice began during extended travel, why yoga taught...
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79 - The Iterative Mindset: Dr. Kyra Bobinet on Rethinking Motivation and Change
In this episode, Kristen sits down with Dr. Kyra Bobinet—physician, public health leader, behavior change designer, and author of Unstoppable Brain—for a fascinating look at the neuroscience of motivation, failure, and change. Dr. Kyra explains the role of the habenula, the small but powerful…
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78 - These Are the Days: Kt Anderson on Capturing Everyday Moments Through Journaling
Engineer-turned-homeschool mom and photographer Kt Anderson has kept a daily journal for more than five years, documenting the small details that make up her life. In this conversation, Kt shares how her These Are the Days journal reminds her to stay present and record moments she might otherwise...
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77 - My Wonderful Day: Misha Penton on the Art of the Daily Journal Template
Vocalist, composer, and multimedia artist Misha Penton brings her creative world to her journal each day. In this conversation, she shares how her daily template—My Wonderful Day—helps her stay grounded, connected, and inspired. From morning affirmations to her Atelier section for studio work,...
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76 - Painting with Words: Kristy Cambron on Journaling and Preserving the Moment
Bestselling author Kristy Cambron joins the podcast to talk about her newest novel The French Kitchen and the role journaling plays in her daily life. Kristy shares how Day One helps her track runs and health goals, capture family memories, and even keep a book journal. The conversation also...
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75 - Photo Journaling and Surprising Questions: Akshay Kapur on Preserving Memories and Embracing Change
Executive coach Akshay Kapur shares how journaling supports both his family life and his work with leaders navigating uncertainty. He explains how photo journaling in Day One became a daily practice during the pandemic, why the On This Day feature helps him preserve memories, and how reflective...
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74 - Everyday Gratitude: Emily Silva Hockstra on Cultivating Perspective Through Writing
In this episode, Emily Silva Hockstra, author of Sunrise Gratitude, Moonlight Gratitude, and Sunset Gratitude, shares how gratitude journaling can shape the way we experience life. A longtime journaler and spiritual life coach, Emily talks about the practice of noticing small, meaningful details,...
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73 - The Search for Meaning: Pam Roy on Living with Purpose
In this episode, Pam Roy—writer, philanthropist, filmmaker, and cofounder of the Viktor E. Frankl Institute of America—shares insights from her new book, Viktor E. Frankl and the Search for Meaning: 21 Reflections on Living Life with Purpose. She talks about how Viktor Frankl's philosophy has...
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72 - Shadow Work Journaling: Oliver Mann on Reclaiming the Hidden Parts of Yourself
In this episode, we dive deep into the practice of shadow work journaling with Oliver Mann—journaling mentor, teacher, and co-founder of the Barcelona Journaling Festival. Oliver shares how shadow journaling became a turning point in his life and offers a practical, compassionate path for others…
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71 - Write Like a Traveler: Marusha Mozolevskaya on Noticing Life Through Journaling
What happens when you approach your everyday life like a traveler—with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to be changed? In this conversation, journaling guide and writer Marusha Mozolevskaya shares how journaling helps us move past small talk, capture the beauty of fleeting moments, and...
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70 - Leveling Up in Real Life: Kevin Anderson on Gamifying Personal Growth Through Journaling
Kevin Anderson has journaled every day since 2020, and he thinks of the habit as a real-life video game. In this inspiring conversation, Kevin shares how journaling helps him track emotions, celebrate wins, and evolve through life's challenges. He opens up about printing his entries into a…
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69 - Every Single Day: C.J. Chilvers on Journaling as Reflection and Meditation
C.J. Chilvers has journaled every night since 2010, treating the practice as a form of quiet reflection—part habit, part meditation. In this episode, C.J. shares how a simple routine became a sustaining creative force in his life, why giving himself permission to complain was an early…
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68 – Journaling Through Anxiety: A Four-Step Approach with Dr. David Rosmarin
What if anxiety isn't something we need to get rid of, but something we can learn to thrive with? In this episode, Dr. David Rosmarin—associate professor at Harvard Medical School, program director at McLean Hospital, and author of Thriving with Anxiety—offers a hopeful and practical reframe of…
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67 - Make Today Amazing: Dale Majors on 4,000 Days of Journaling
Entrepreneur and adventurer Dale Majors has kept a daily journal for more than 4,000 consecutive days (that's nearly 11 years!) using Day One. In this episode, he shares how a simple streak turned into a life-changing habit—one that brings clarity, presence, and intention to everything from…
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66 - Layers of Insight: Kelly Gallagher on Journaling and Coaching for Self-Awareness
In this episode, ICF certified coach Kelly Gallagher joins the podcast for a thoughtful conversation about how coaching and journaling complement one another to deepen self-awareness and accelerate growth. We explore the layered nature of personal insight, how reflection between coaching sessions...
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65 - The Power of Pause: Dr. Hava Rose on Journaling and Making Space
Wellness expert Dr. Hava Rose joins the podcast for a candid and insightful conversation about journaling as a tool for emotional processing, pattern recognition, and inner healing. She reflects on how journaling became a lifeline in her teen years and how it continues to support her through…
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64 - Go Deeper: Active and Passive Journaling with Annie Tormos
Licensed therapist and avid journaler Annie Tormos joins the podcast to explore how journaling can move from a passive habit to an active practice for growth, healing, and self-discovery. In this episode, Annie shares how journaling has supported her personally and professionally—and how Day…
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63 - A New Way to Navigate Day One: Inside the Latest Update with Paul Mayne
In this episode, we sit down with Day One founder Paul Mayne to walk through the newly redesigned navigation—now live in version 2025.6 for iOS. (To see the full walkthrough, watch the episode on YouTube.) Paul shares the thinking behind the update, a full demo of the new journal picker and tab...
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62 - Automating Journaling with iOS Shortcuts: A Conversation with Josh Kincaid
Want to make journaling even easier? Josh Kincaid, a longtime Day One user, shares how iOS Shortcuts have transformed his journaling routine. From saving daily newspaper front pages to logging moods with colors, this episode explores creative ways to streamline journal entries. The discussion...
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61 - This Present Moment: Katie Seaman on Mindfulness and Journaling
Mindfulness teacher and coach Katie Seaman joins Kristen Webb Wright on the podcast to explore how journaling can help us tune into the present moment with greater awareness, curiosity, and self-compassion. In this episode, Katie shares how journaling and mindfulness work together to bring…
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60 - Finding Joy Through Journaling: Ashley Looker on Letting Go of Busy
In this episode of the Day One podcast, Kristen Wright sits down with Ashley Looker, an empowerment and journaling coach who helps ambitious individuals detach their productivity from their worth and find joy in the present moment. Ashley shares her personal journey from burnout to healing, how...
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59 - Growing a Digital Garden: Margot Olson on Life-Logging with Day One
What if your journal could be a thriving digital garden, capturing every moment, big and small? In this episode, we sit down with Day One power user Margot Olson, who has logged over 96,000 journal entries and maintained an incredible streak of nearly 6,000 days. Margot shares her journey—from...
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58 - A New Year of Journaling: Exploring Creative Ways to Use Day One
Day One is more than just a journaling app—it's a canvas for your thoughts, memories, and everyday moments. In this episode of the Day One podcast, we're joined by former podcast host and long-time Day One team member Adam Daly to explore some of the most unique and inspiring ways people use the...
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57 - New Year, New Reflections: Lynda Monk on Journaling as a Life-Changing Practice
Start the New Year with intention and personal growth through reflective journaling. In this episode, we sit down with Lynda Monk, Director of the International Association for Journal Writing, to explore how journaling can help you capture memories, savor life, set meaningful goals, and gain...
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56 - Inside Day One: Updates and Reflections with Murphy Randle
In our final episode of the year, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the latest updates and highlights from Day One. Head of Engineering Murphy Randle joins the conversation to discuss recent developments, including the return of journal header colors, updates to the Android and web apps, and…
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55 - The Alchemy of Grief: Agnes Kowalski on Transforming Loss Through Journaling
Grief is a universal yet deeply personal experience. In this episode, Agnes Kowalski, an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, shares her expansive perspective on grief and how it manifests in everyday life—not just in the wake of death, but through intangible losses like trust, safety…
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54 - Better Questions, Better Life: Marc Champagne on Mental Fitness Through Journaling
In this episode, bestselling author and host of Behind the Human, Marc Champagne, shares how journaling can become a cornerstone of mental fitness. He explores the power of asking better questions, embracing reflection, and taking intentional pauses to navigate stress, boost creativity, and gain...
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53 - Celebrating the Everyday: Danny Gregory on Journaling as a Creative Anchor
In this episode, internationally bestselling author and founder of Sketchbook Skool, Danny Gregory, shares how illustrated journaling became his creative anchor through life's ups and downs. From documenting everyday moments to processing profound personal challenges, Danny reflects on the...
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52 - A Lifetime Companion: Paul Mayne on the Vision Behind Day One
The Day One Podcast returns with an insightful conversation with founder Paul Mayne, who shares his vision of Day One as a lifetime companion for preserving life's meaningful moments. In this episode, Paul reflects on Day One's journey—from its early days as an Apple-only app to a trusted,...
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Trailer: The Day One Podcast is Back
After a three-year hiatus, the Day One podcast is back with a fresh format and a renewed focus on the power of journaling. In each episode, we'll invite experts and everyday journalers to share their insights into the ways journaling helps us remember and reflect. Here at Day One, we're on a...
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51 - 2021 Recap and small roadmap update!
Hello! Thanks for listening to our episode today! I wanted to recap some of the main highlights for Day One this year and give a small roadmap update. 10 Questions to Capture the Year in Your Journal Here are the links to help articles for items mentioned in today's episode. - Entry Merging -...
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50 - Day One is joining Automattic!
Big news for Day One! Day One is being acquired by Automattic. This is incredibly exciting news. Today, Founder and CEO Paul Mayne discusses this new opportunity and what it means for the future of Day One! Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Help and Support
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49 - 6.0 updates and Shortcuts with Dylan
Greetings! Here's a brand-new ep for the Day One podcast. We are talking about 6.0 and 6.1 updates for iOS and macOS. Roadmap update for Android. And then we spend some time talking with Dylan from Oregon about shortcuts he has built to help his children build journaling habits (shortcut links...
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48 - Here's to the close of 2020
Happy December! Adam has some updates to talk about for Android, Book Printing, and some new stuff coming to Day One. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Help and Support
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47 - Widgets!
Widgets for iOS 14 and macOS 11 (Big Sur) are here! Adam talks briefly on the new widgets and a couple of roadmap items. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Help and Support
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46 - What's new in version 5.0 with Paul Mayne
Talking with Paul Mayne about the new Today view on iOS in version 5.0, coming soon to macOS. Highlighting the new options and how to use this feature. Paul also shares a little insight into what's next for the Day One team. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Help and Support
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45 - Small update!
Thanks for tuning in! Just a small update today. Cool updates coming to Activity Feed/Day View soon. The team is still working on book printing improvements and more. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Help and Support
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44 - A conversation with Mike Meraz
Today, Adam talks about the new writing prompt feature and has a wonderful conversation with Mike Meraz. Mike is in higher education administration and has been journaling for a long time. He is also a podcaster! We talk about some of the things he journals, the features he finds most helpful…
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43 - BJ Homer shares tips for Shortcuts
We have some updates for version 4.9 that we are excited to tell you about. Then we spend time with our senior engineer, BJ Homer and he describes how to use the Shortcuts app with Day One. This episode has a video component on YouTube here. To get the shortcut example we shared, click here. Day...
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42 - 2020 Updates so far!
Adam is back with a short episode highlighting some updates and upcoming projects the team is working on. He talks a bit about Streaks and suggestions for creating consistent journal habits using Reminders. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Help and Support
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41 - Paul Mayne and Adam Daly talk about big updates!
Today Adam sits down with Paul Mayne to talk about a big update in version 4.3 for both iOS and Mac, including PDF support! YAY! Day One Facebook Community Email Us for the podcast! Help and Support
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40 - A conversation with Emily Robison
Today, Brett and Adam sit down with Emily Robison and we talk about her use of Day One since 2012! Also, updates for 4.2.2 on iOS and Mac, including PencilKit support for the drawing tool in Day One. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Schedule a call with Brett Help and Support
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39 - Many updates and a conversation with Jan from Berlin!
Templates! In-app video recording! Share cards! Quite a few updates. We are joined by Jan from Berlin and we have a great discussion about his routines and uses for Day One using templates and Shortcuts. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Schedule a call with Brett Help and Support
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38 - Brett and Johnny talk to our Community Page Moderators- Michele and Mike
Brett and John Hicks (software engineer) are joined by our two Facebook Community Administrators: Michele Kendzie and Mike Quinn. A few updates discussed including getting ready for iOS 13 release soon. Then we discuss the community page and Mike and Michele's use of Day One. Day One Facebook...
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37 - A conversation with Reid Matthews and Shortcut tips
Today we talk a little about updates/roadmap and then we talk to Reid Matthews. He shares a great fitness Shortcut with us to track some great data. Check out the Shortcut here. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Schedule a call with Brett Help and Support
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36 - A Tale of Two Guests: Chris Messina and Paul Mayne
Today, Brett and Adam are joined by two guests: Chris Messina and Paul Mayne. We talk about some updates for Day One in version 4.1 and chat with Chris about his recent adventures. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Schedule a call with Brett Help and Support
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35 - Version 4! And a conversation with Justin Morgan
Version 4 is here! Video support. Streaks. Apple Health integration on iPhone for Mindfulness minutes. Dark mode for everyone! We also chat with Justin Morgan about his use of Day One with some great ideas. Day One Facebook Community Email Us! Schedule a call with Brett Help and Support
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34 - Big updates and a conversation with Martijn Schouten
We sit down today with Martijn Schouten and talk about Siri Shortcuts and his routine with Day One. Links to Shortcuts below. We also discuss some big updates coming in version 4.0 (in beta now)! Link for the template for daily entry:...
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The Day One Podcast explores journaling as a powerful tool for preserving memories, deepening self-reflection, and living more intentionally. Whether you're capturing small moments or life's big lessons, tune in for conversations that highlight the many ways journaling can enrich your life—along with the latest updates and features from the Day One team.New episodes every other Friday.dayoneapp.com/podcast
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