Hope Is A Muscle with Mary Chapin Carpenter

Oct 20 2024 8 ep. 85
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Hope Is A Muscle is a series of conversations between songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter and others on the topic of how to find hope in difficult times.

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Jamie Raskin: Hope and Democracy

Oct 20 2024 37 mins  
In this deeply moving episode, Mary Chapin Carpenter converses with Congressman Jamie Raskin of Maryland about his journey through significant personal and national hardships, including the tragic loss of his son Tommy and the tumultuous January 6th Capitol insurrection. Raskin reflects on his activist roots, inspired by the apartheid divestment movement and his grandfather's publi

John Darnielle: Navigating Hope and Resilience

Oct 13 2024 33 mins  
In this episode host Mary Chapin Carpenter engages in a heartfelt discussion with John Darnielle, the multifaceted novelist and musician behind The Mountain Goats, about maintaining hope amidst adversity and the significance of creativity and service. They delve into the nuanced concept of hope, exploring its presence in everyday actions and how it can be a practice. Darnielle shar

Adriene Mishler: Embracing Imperfection and the Power of Yoga

Oct 06 2024 33 mins  
In this episode host Mary Chapin Carpenter converses with Adriene Mishler, a renowned yoga teacher with a massive online following. They delve into the nuances of hope as a practice, the essence of yoga, and its role in centering the body and mind. Adriene candidly discusses her struggles with maintaining hope, the importance of service, and the challenges of living in the digital

Joan Baez: Exploring Hope In A Journey Through Art, Activism, and Personal Resilience

Sep 29 2024 36 mins  
In this episode of 'Hope Is A Muscle,' host Mary Chapin Carpenter sits down with the legendary Joan Baez for an intimate, personal, and inspiring conversation exploring Joan's career spanning six decades as a musician, activist, and advocate for social justice and nonviolence. Joan shares insights on overcoming pessimism, the importance of nature and art in maintaining hope, and he

One Story Part Three: We're Doing What We Love

Aug 04 2020 33 mins  
Mary Chapin Carpenter and Sarah Kay conclude their conversation by discussing Mary Chapin's career, influences, and legacy.

One Story Part Two: Many Different Places

Jul 29 2020 35 mins  
Mary Chapin Carpenter and Sarah Kay discuss the songs "Secret Keepers," "Asking For A Friend," "American Stooge," and "Everybody's Got Something."

One Story Part One: Thousands of Different Ways

Jul 23 2020 30 mins  
Mary Chapin Carpenter and Sarah Kay discuss the songs "Old D35," "Farther Along and Further In," "The Dirt and The Stars," "It's Ok to Be Sad," "Where the Beauty Is," and "Nocturne."

Trailer for One Story with Mary Chapin Carpenter and Sarah Kay

Jul 16 2020 1 mins  
Trailer for One Story, a podcast conversation with Mary Chapin Carpenter to celebrate the release of her 16th album, The Dirt and The Stars.