The LiveALittle Podcast with Pete Pranica & Greg Graber

Pete and Greg chat about the tragic death of Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke and the process of grief as well as too much technology in the classroom and that WAS definitely a foul on David Raya in the Arsenal-West Ham match. Plus, will Greg get into the finale at Crystal Palace?

After a long hiatus, the boys are back with recommendations, grievances and life coaching tips. Shoutouts to Krista Miller and Ted McGinley of "Shrinking", Andrew McCarthy and Ted Danson (because we love them).

Greg Graber talks about his famous (infamous?) USA Today article on Lindsey Vonn and the guys discuss the "culture of mean" that seems to be pervasive in society and suggest that more people read books and learn critical thinking skills. We also hear from Pope Leo and Marcus Aurelius in this episode.

Pete and Greg close the books on 2025 with a recommendation for living intentionally and not metricizing everything. They also decry what's become of professional sports and the cesspool of negativity that is social media.

The 50th episode of Live a Little is jumbo-sized with discussions of new books by Scott Galloway and Ryan Holiday plus discussion of bowling, lousy customer service and yes, even Lane Kiffin's departure for LSU. And that's just the tip of the iceberg!

Greg brings a couple of pints of stout and the lads get long-winded on everything from Shakespeare to Elvis to Rob Lowe and the trouble with algorithms and spam phone calls (no, we don't want to sell our respective houses!)

Pete and Greg debate if you should text before you call someone, discuss a chocolate chip cookie recipe, decry transactional relationships masquerading as friendships and discuss the latest Arsenal news.

Both Pete and Greg have just returned from trips, so recapping travels, the Billy Joel documentary, revisiting the Northern Exposure TV show (and its rewatch podcast Northern Disclosure) and discussing why society has seemingly lost its sense of humor.

Greg is back from his European tour. He and Pete discuss the Austrian cultural icon that is Falco, Mark Twain's trenchant commentary later in life, a Netflix recommendation and audio books compared to hard copy books.

It's a (non) Father's Day edition of the podcast with shoutouts for a local Italian restaurant, Simon Sinek and the book "Ikigai" on how to live a long and happy life. Also, the performative nature of social media and the best app for hiking.

Pete and Greg return after a long absence and discuss what happens when bros fall out, life wisdom from Billy Idol and streaming shows with Paul Reubens and David Letterman.

Pete and Greg are back to talk about the value of journaling, how to have discipline without a regimented schedule to fall back on and all the problems created by the college athletics transfer portal. Greg also speaks about the concept of impermanence.

After a long hiatus, Pete and Greg are back. Lots of new stuff to chat about. The guys have a Beverly Hills restaurant recommendation, advice on how not to get swept up in current events and express their frustration with transactional "friends."

Pete and Greg do a dry January podcast as Greg talks about recovery from hip replacement, Pete talks about the MLK celebration weekend in Memphis with the Grizzlies. Also featured: a couple of book recommendations and ruminations about Christian values like compassion and the need for discipline in life.

Greg and Pete dish on the closing of Houston's restaurant, internet outages, Simon Sinek's podcast and what a great human being Christopher Reeve was. And Greg philosophizes about his upcoming series of surgeries.

Pete and Greg dish on the demise of Memphis 901 FC and the challenges of watching soccer in a soccer pub. They also decry lack of decorum and not accepting responsibility for one's actions. Recommendations include the new Ted Turner documentary and the Pompeii exhibit currently on offer in Memphis.

Pete and Greg discuss the results of the recent presidential election and advise how to deal with post-election stress and anxiety all while drinking a blonde ale named for daredevil Evel Knievel.

Pete and Greg dish on the art of aging mindfully and we hear about the latest with Greg's lawn, his work with the University of Memphis basketball team and Pete's struggles with explaining how to watch Grizzlies games in the pre-season, plus it's recommendation time with a Menendez documentary and a Howard Stern sighting on the Smartless podcast.

Pete and Greg chop it up about Olympic high jumper Shelby McEwen, local restauranteur Ernie Mellor, the temptation to judge others but not give ourselves grace and recommend Matthew Hussey's book and debate the announced fourth season of Ted Lasso. The beer? Dad Bod -- for two guys that aren't dads.

Pete and Greg dish on the presidential debate, hiking in California, Chris Botti and share a mindful moment about having an "information diet."

Pete and Greg chat about current events such as the St. Jude golf tournament, Arsenal's season-opening victory, the decline in civil behavior and bring you breaking Premier League news as it happens. All while drinking a Bell's Two-Hearted Ale.

After a long hiatus, Pete and Greg chat about two fantastic new books, their trip to Philadelphia to see Arsenal and comment about the aura of negativity and anger that seems to pervade American society.

Pete and Greg discuss why Milwaukee was (allegedly) called a "horrible city", the impact of Tim Howard's departure from Memphis 901 FC soccer club plus how leisure time has changed for youth from playgrounds to Instagram. And did you know there's a bill to create a $500 bill? All this and more while drinking a Spotted Cow (available only in Wisconsin).

Pete and Greg discuss Caitlin Clarke and the WNBA's rise in popularity, recommend motion pictures and books and rue how social media (particularly Twitter) has impacted social discourse. And then Pete talks about his upcoming trip behind the Cheddar Curtain.

After a long absence, Pete and Greg talk about Pete's adventures in Amsterdam and London, seeing Arsenal play on its home ground, the bicycle culture in Amsterdam, the trouble with airport shuttles and memories of Bill Walton. Greg reminds us to respect people's time and expertise.

Pete and Greg talk about Pete's recent back surgery, Arsenal's chances to win the Premier League, college protests, the power of humor to heal and remind everyone that the USPS sucks.

Pete and Greg talk about Make A Wish, the need to mentally reset, a new TV show worthy of your eyeballs and Pete's impending spinal procedure -- all while drinking a Voodoo Ranger IPA.

Pete and Greg discuss the end of the Memphis Grizzlies season, Make-A-Wish, the return of Adam Ant, the Memphis Symphony and lawlessness in Memphis (and elsewhere) ... all while drinking a Gumball Head from Three Floyds.

Pete and Greg talk about their shared friendship with former Grizzlies coach Dave Joerger, the value of keeping a journal and of not caring what other people think about you. That and Greg's dive into the 1980s...

Hurray! Pete and Greg lasted 25 episodes -- in this one, the boys are caffeinated and dish on everything from choosing an EPL club to beginners mind, Dennis Rodman and the death of critical thinking plus a preview of Marc Gasol's jersey retirement ceremony.

Pete and Greg talk about everything from people saying stupid things to Aaron Rodgers to college basketball coaches, back surgeries, Hernando's Hideaway and UPS delayed deliveries. And that's not all.

Pete and Greg discuss Cheez Wiz on cheesesteaks, the cost of a bottle of wine from the honor bar, and the necessity of creativity in our lives. That, plus a discussion of the five-paragraph essay and how it prompted one of Greg's students to become an NBA player.

Pete and Greg reunite after a long layoff: Greg has moved into a new house (i.e. money pit) and Pete gets stranded in Detroit. Travel woes, recommendations and grievances all get an airing. Plus a mindful moment (or two).

Pete and Greg discuss Taylor Swift, punctuality, Jacques Pepin, Penny Hardaway and we find out that Greg is going to be a VIP for a Mardi Gras parade.

Pete and Greg talk about how a good mindset can make the most of trying situations, the Aaron Rodgers/Jimmy Kimmel conflict, an amazing sandwich and the MLK celebration at Monday's Grizzlies Game.

Greg and Pete discuss the fallacies of New Year's resolutions, learning from adversity, the college bowl game season, Stoic philosophy and Dry January. All while toasting with non-alcoholic beer.

Greg and Pete talk about the Ja Morant return, social connections, rude people in airplanes and hotels, plus Greg leads a brief meditation session.

Pete and Greg talk about why they even HAVE a podcast and touch on everything from FSU being left out of the football playoff to obscene CEO salaries and the importance of overcoming adversity. All while drinking Scotch ale.

Greg and Pete discuss  a host of topics including AI, online shopping, people that are inconsiderate of other's time and pierogi recipes -- all while drinking a Spotted Cow ale imported from Wisconsin.

Pete and Greg dive deep into gratitude, break some Memphis sporting news and talk about handling the holidays with family.

Pete and Greg talk about conspiracy theories, tipping in restaurants and crime in Memphis. All while drinking a Zippin' Pippin from Ghost River Brewing.

Pete and Greg dish on the NBA's In-Season Tournament, the EPL's misuse of VAR and reaching out to mentors during the holiday season. Also: Greg reads reviews of the podcast!

Pete and Greg talk about the lack of civility in airports, international visitors to the pod and Grizzlies games plus two podcast recommendations and reading of reviews!!

Pete and Greg record the pod without beer (9:30 am recording session) and discuss Steven Adams' injury, Sam Harris' mindfulness app and Pete decries the new NBA City Edition jersey designs ... plus a lot more.

Pete and Greg go deep on a Mindful Moment, discuss MRIs, quality Italian food and Chill Boys boxers while limiting the Airing of the Grievances.

Pete and Greg discuss their visit to Bog and Barley, the lack of nuance in the world plus the necessity of social networks. And there are grievances, many grievances!

Pete and Greg talk about robo calls, Arsenal's GK situation, Bill Veeck, cultural events in Memphis and the possibility of doing a live show at the Brass Door.

Pete and Greg talk about authentic Italian food, Coach Prime, Taylor Swift/Travis Kelce relationship, cancel culture and personal responsibility. All over a Spotted Cow ale.

Pete and Greg discuss the Arsenal win over Man U, mental health and how and why "the obstacle is the way."

Pete Pranica and Greg Graber talk the wonders of Ireland, difficulties of selling a house and the benefits of a gratitude practice.