Murphy, Sam & Jodi

You tell us the differences between being alone and being lonely. Sam gives Jodi her official employee evaluation, and it gets awkward around technology. Plus Sam's oldest son Sammy pops in to spill on their father-son trip, and Jodi shares a viral pick-me-up about a fender bender that ended in a hug.

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Why so many people are happily single these days and how being alone can make you a better partner. Then - the debate on whether you wash new clothes before wearing them, and hear the sweet, heavy question about grieving a parent after Murphy's dad's Corvette surprise. Plus, Sam's mom Miss Judy turns 87 and casually wrangles a boa constrictor, and Jodi and Sam navigate a very awkward work performance review.

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Jodi's favorite stories from this week's 3 Things to Know, starting with Jon Bon Jovi cutting his Madison Square Garden show short due to a sinus infection, with an assist from Train's Pat Monahan. Then, the best airline snacks (Delta takes the crown, but Southwest's pistachios have our hearts) and reminisce about learning to drive a stick shift. Finally - the comeback of virtue baby names like Grace, Hope, Joy, and even Valor.

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Jodi's reminder to find the workout that clears your mind, not just your body. Plus a listener's amazing 92-year-old friend who sells Pizza Hut pizzas in a parking lot and still goes skydiving, some heartfelt Grateful Friday shout-outs, and the Top 5 entertainment stories of the week. 

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Listener Juan is asking for a management book recommendation. And of course, Murphy over delivers 😀

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Jodi revisits her "Girl Talk" Facebook Live all about friendship, and why so many adults struggle to make friends once school is behind them. Also - how to KNOW when friendship is right. 

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We dig into why more people are happily single than ever and the surprising benefits of thriving alone! Sam sends 3 of his rare Luke Skywalker cards off for grading after one sold for $600,000. Plus, why raccoons are getting so comfortable around us they may soon be practically domesticated.

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Jodi shares the beautiful trend of "empty weekends" — leaving 1 weekend a month completely unscheduled so you can recharge and do whatever feels good in the moment. This podcast will give you ideas of how to do yours.  

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Teachers are already back in classrooms - what are they doing? Sam ropes us into signing a birthday card for his mom, Miss Judy, turning 87. Plus a Morning Pick-Me-Up on how cultural outings can actually make you feel younger

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