Upworthy Weekly

Upworthy Weekly

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Upworthy Weekly episodes

  • 6. Powerful Small Changes, Male Friendships, the ‘King of Good News’

    Tod believes he should be crowned the King of Good News, but Alison questions whether he deserves the title. Also, the small changes that can make a big impact on your life, an evicted Dunkin' employee is given a new home, and the problems that older men have maintaining friendships. Plus, Tod and Alison go over the concept of Askers versus Guessers.

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    41 min
  • 5. Dog’s Perfect Last Day, Signs of Intelligence, the Mama’s Boy-Friend

    In our latest episode, Alison and Tod answer some of the big questions asked on Upworthy this week. What subtle hints let you know someone is very intelligent? Should your boss be able to contact you after work hours? Should a woman move in with her boyfriend who's been coddled by his mother? Finally, we end with the “happy-sad” story of a couple who gave their dog a touching send-off on her last day. 

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    57 min
  • 4. 'Hero' Dads, John Mayer vs. Trolls, the 'Grandmother Effect'

    Alison and Tod take a look at the stark contrast in how men and women are judged as parents. They also examine John Mayer’s graceful handling of a troll, the outmoded idea of virginity, and the “grandmother effect.” Plus, get to know the man behind “Recess Therapy” a hilarious page where kids sound off life’s big issues. 

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    54 min
  • 3. The '90s, Dating Questionnaires, The Mall

    Our third episode is a Gen X extravaganza where Alison and Tod talk about the short-lived swing craze of the mid-‘90s and review a list of things people miss from the “last great decade.” Also, a brave Boy Scout rescues an injured dog, great news the media isn’t telling you, and the mysterious event that occurs before death. 

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    57 min
  • 2. Pete Davidson's Love Life, Platonic Marriage, and Shaq's Parenting Advice

    On the second full episode of “Upworthy Weekly,” Alison and Tod tackle the big questions in life. Why do women love Pete Davidson? Should platonic friends get married? And how much money should parents give their grown-up kids? Plus, a blogger finds a unique way to end his smartphone addiction and a new way to get in shape. 

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    46 min
  • 1. Modern-Day Saints, Body Neutrality, and Mariah's Christmas

    In the first episode of Upworthy's first-ever podcast, Alison and Tod have a heated debate over Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You" and Christmas music in general. They also look at the new trend in body neutrality and discuss modern people who are worthy of sainthood.

    Questions, comments, want to share what happened in your week? Email us at [email protected].

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    49 min
  • "Upworthy Weekly" Coming Soon!

    In the first "teaser" episode of "Upworthy Weekly," Alison and Tod discuss the common mistakes people make when falling in love. Later, a conversation between a doctor and a vaccine-hesitant man at a Florida bar leads to mutual understanding.

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    18 min

About Upworthy Weekly

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Upworthy’s first podcast is a lighthearted look at some of the site's most popular and engaging stories. It’s the perfect way to shake off the Monday-to-Friday news cycle with a refreshing dose of…

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