In this Australian exclusive with New York Times bestselling author and internationally acclaimed guru Deepak Chopra - Clare Stephens puts her signature “But Are You Happy” questions to the pioneer of new age spirituality himself. We know Deepak Chopra is peaceful…but is he happy? Did he grow up in a happy family?

Clare and Deepak Chopra also dive deep into his most recent book - Digital Dharma: How AI Can Elevate Spiritual Intelligence and Personal Well-Being - where Chopra takes a much more optimistic view of the greatest technological advancement of our lifetime. Not only does he not believe we should be afraid of Artificial Intelligence, he believes it can assist us to be more spiritual, more connected and more attuned to our life’s purpose.

You can follow Deepak Chopra and learn more about his “Digital Deepak” avatar here.

You can find his book, Digital Dharma, here.

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Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

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On September 10, 2023, 17-year-old Fletcher Crowley’s life changed in an instant when an ordinary day out with his mates went bad. In that moment, his whole family was impacted in ways they've only recently started to understand.

In this conversation, Fletcher and his parents, Nicky and Pat joined Mia Freedman six months after his accident to talk about that day and the unexpected aftermath.

Fletcher's foundation Get Silly is here, if you want to buy a jumper or shirt and support spinal cord research and rehab.

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Audio Producer: Leah Porges

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Welcome to the Cancelled courtroom!

The O.C was an iconic TV show with three wealthy main characters: Marissa, Summer, Seth and troubled youth Ryan. Seth/Adam Brody was apparently just as focused on set as a sloth in a hammock (sorry if we've offended any sloths).  

The show ran from 2003-2007 but creators probably should've given up after season three when, SPOILER ALERT: Marissa died in a very dramatic scene that probably still makes you cry. 

Did they kill her off because she was the worst? Should they instead have taken out her mum Julie Cooper-Nichol-Bullet-Roberts-Atwood-Cooper? She was a legitimate predator. 

Normally we look into silly celebrity crimes but some of these scenes felt a little illegal.
We're investigating all the weird storylines: constant near-death experiences, a gay dad and a bisexual bartender. Gasp!  Plus, the real life drama was just as wild.

And of course we have more of your lazy gewl stories. 

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Listen to A Brutally Honest Review Of Nobody Wants This on Mamamia podcast: The Spill here. 

A LIST OF EVERYONE WE'VE CANCELLED ALONG THE WAY: 
7th “Stop Trying To Be The Bible” Heaven 
Timothée Chalamet
The “Ryan Gosling’s Face Is Too Hot” Notebook
The Olympics
Drew Barrymore
It Ends With Us Drama
Bennifer
Lady Gaga

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CREDITS:
Hosts: Clare and Jessie Stephens

Executive Producer: Kimberley Braddish 

Audio Producer: Leah Porges

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Did you think we were done for the season? Surprise! We’ve got a special treat for you—a live episode featuring Olympic gold medalist and beloved athlete, Noémie Fox.

In this episode, Clare dives into Noémie’s journey, from growing up in an Olympic family to overcoming self-doubt and failure—topics Noémie has some powerful insights.

So, is Noémie Fox happy? You would think so, wouldn’t you?

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Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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What are the pivotal experiences in your life that have shaped who you are today?

Australian actress Tammin Sursok has plenty of experiences to share, and she’s grateful for each one, no matter how challenging.

In this season finale of But Are You Happy?, Clare invites Tammin to share her story candidly. At first glance, you might not see the struggles she’s faced, but beneath the surface, she has battled feelings of shame and moments that shattered her self-esteem. She’s lived through serious health challenges, and now she’s navigating who she is today, with her family at the forefront.

So, is Tammin Sursok happy? You guessed it—you’ll have to listen to find out.

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Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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We've all faced those biting comments about our looks or how we act, and we often let those words affect us, even though they shouldn’t.

Lucinda Price, AKA Froomes, grew up convinced that to fit in with the 'right' crowd, she had to be hot. Back then, certain traits were seen as the ultimate beauty standard, leading her to believe she had to change parts of herself to be accepted.

In this episode, Froomes—who’s an author, comedian, broadcaster, and internet personality—sits down with Clare to chat about the unrealistic beauty standards we’ve all faced and how they’ve affected her and so many other women. This episode isn’t just about happiness, it’s also about self-acceptance and navigating the challenges that come with it.

So, after working to overcome so much and be comfortable in her own skin, is Froomes happy? Let’s find out.

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Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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This is the first But Are You Happy interview that made Clare a little nervous...in a good way. Because saying the quiet part out loud can be risky...but it's also where great ideas are born, where creativity flourishes, and where authenticity lives: all things that matter a lot to Tim Minchin.

In this conversation, we get a glimpse of a different side of Tim as he reflects on the highs and lows of his success. He talks about why compliments don’t sit well with him, the fakery in the performance industry, and the dehumanisation that comes with internet pile-ons.

He and Clare also explore the struggle of deciding whether to speak your mind or keep quiet.

So, has Tim Minchin found happiness? You'll have to listen to find out.

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Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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Have you ever had to walk away from something you thought you wanted?

In this deeply vulnerable conversation, actress and author Steph Tisdell discusses leaving a toxic relationship, moving on from jobs that didn’t fit her anymore, and taking a break from social media.

On her journey to happiness—whatever that looks like for her—Steph also talks about the unique struggle she faces as an Indigenous woman trying to connect with both her own community and the wider Australian audience.

So, has Steph Tisdell found happiness? You'll have to listen to find out. 

This episode contains references to domestic violence. If you or someone you know needs support, you can contact 1800 RESPECT.

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Producer: Cassie Merritt 

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We’ve all had that experience of working hard to achieve “the thing”—the big dream. Rejection is part of the journey, but when you finally reach that goal...it’s a feeling like no other - or at least, it should be, right? Turns out it's more complicated than that.

Amy Shark knows this all too well. After a decade of trying to break into the music scene, her hit song "Adore" landed her a deal with a major record label. Suddenly, she was in the spotlight, winning ARIA Awards and making appearances on late-night TV—everyone knew her name.

In this conversation, Amy chats with Clare Stephens about the reality of fame and how we can all be a little happier.

But, is Amy Shark happy now? You’ll have to listen to find out.

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If there’s one thing we’ve learned from this podcast so far, it’s that things aren’t meant to be perfect. But try telling that to a perfectionist.

Zoë Foster Blake, a self-described perfectionist, doesn’t always see it as a positive trait. In her conversation with Clare Stephens, she shares what she’s learned about embracing failure, recognising when she needs space to recharge, and the interviews and events she chooses not to do.

Is Zoë Foster Blake happy? You’ll have to listen to find out.

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