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Alison and Tod discuss Carson Daly’s brave admission that he and his wife have had a sleep divorce. They also hear from a psychologist who teaches people to love their flaws and go over a list of things that are "frowned upon" but shouldn’t be.

Plus, Tod is a little skittish and Alison had a very bad week.

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Tod and Alison do something a little different this week by discussing some of the most uplifting entries in Upworthy's "10 Things That Made Us Smile This Week" articles that come out every Friday.

You'll meet a heartwarming British senior citizen, groove to some classical music played on marimbas by South African students, laugh at the funniest cat name ever, and hear a lovely tribute to John Lennon by his son.

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What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? People are sharing the things they miss about life before the internet. Tips for ending conversations with people who talk too much, and what happened to MTV?

Plus, are rival good news podcasts conspiring to ruin the show?

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In an episode filled with self-help advice, Alison and Tod learn that people who have a positive outlook tend to live longer. They also examine “Star Wars” creator George Lucas' thoughts on happiness.

Plus, a songwriter named Jax has written the "jam of the summer” revealing Victoria's secret and Tod’s mind is blown by avocado toast.

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What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? A mom-to-be has rules for meeting her baby, 911 operators share their wildest stories and a world traveler saved $28,000 by cat-sitting.

Plus, Tod has a major domestic problem and Alison had a bad week.

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What are Alison and Tod talking about this week? People are sharing marriage advice that "sounded absurd" but is really helpful and a retired military pilot uses his plane to save rescue dogs.

Plus, Alison and Tod share tips on saving money and Jennifer Garner makes calling your senator easy.

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At the end of a hard week, Alison and Tod attempt to lift people’s spirits with a “joy bomb” of positive stories. First, a Florida student’s graduation speech brilliantly gets around the “Don’t Say Gay” law. Later, TikTok has a new dad who cares, and Mr. Rogers gets his own holiday in Pennsylvania.

Plus, cheers to stepmoms and a new mother shares the surprises that come with having a baby. 

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Alison and Tod talk with Tracy Kaplan from the "Ten News" about how to discuss current events with kids. Plus, Matt McConaughey shares important advice about language. People are wondering if life gets better after 30 and some positive news about cats (finally!).

Plus, folks share their strange nicknames and Alison sets the camping “Truthers” straight. 

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Alison and Tod discuss one of Upworthy's most popular stories of all time, a couple in their 50s  retired to spend the rest of their lives on cruise ships. A pelvis floor doctor has a mind-blowing revelation about going "just in case" and people in England are overcoming trauma through stand-up comedy.

Plus, Alison goes camping, and Tod remembers his old dance moves.

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A company in India wants its employees to take a 30-minute nap every day to increase productivity. ESPN host Scott Van Pelt gives a moving tribute to his dog, and people are helping introverts by teaching them how to make small talk.

Plus, Tod is trying to “Be like Mike” and Alison has had a hard week. 

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