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The Stretch

The Stretch

The Stretch

Stretching your mind and offering fresh perspective on important ideas that can help you live a better life. It’s informative. It’s fun. It’s nerdy. It’s The Stretch.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Stretch episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Stretch for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Stretch episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Stretch - Make a Name for Yourself
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08/26/24 • 42 min

Join us as we discuss people whose deeds and messages caused their names to become eponyms. We discuss the importance of reputation and legacy, ideas from Greek mythology, and even some great foods named for their creators.

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The Stretch - Our Favorite Life Hacks
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02/28/24 • 28 min

Learn real tips that have made our lives better in a discussion sandwiched between great ancient Chinese proverbs.

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The Stretch - Expect the Unexpected: Adventures in Eldercare
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10/24/24 • 47 min

Listen to our great conversation with Mark Steven Porro, award-winning author of A Cup of Tea on the Commode: My Multitasking Adventures of Caring for Mom. We discuss the increasingly relevant topic of eldercare, as well as topics of family relationships and responsibilities, mental health, the role of humor in our lives, the value of storytelling, and the importance of family history.

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The Stretch - Second Hand Knowledge
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01/17/24 • 26 min

We interview attorney and author, Aaron J. Tolson about his favorite people from history, fiction, and his family and discuss valuable lessons we can learn from others as we get to know their stories.

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The Stretch - Biases: Their Origins, Effects and Management
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01/23/23 • 26 min

In this episode, we discuss factors that affect our decision-making process and ways to be more mindful about the judgments we make.
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The Stretch - Why We Need Hobbies
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01/09/23 • 12 min

In this episode, we discuss why everyone needs a hobby and why engaging in a hobby goes beyond mere recreation.

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The Stretch - The Stretch - Trailer 1
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11/10/22 • 0 min

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The Stretch - Fandom Profiles: Philadelphia Sports
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11/26/24 • 57 min

Our fun and engaging interview with author and podcaster Sean Selby covers the complex and exciting history of sports in the great city of Philadelphia as examined in Sean's new book No One Likes Us, But We DO Care: The Anatomy of the Philadelphia Sports Fan. Sean's book is a passionate and intelligent analysis of a unique sports fandom in which he strikes a fine balance between the competitive and human aspects of professional sports. We discuss the importance of family and other significant personal relationships, the role of shared passion for sports, manifestations of humanity and empathy in the competitive arena and many other topics. You'll love this one.

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In this episode, we compare and contrast print books, e-books, and audio books to help you get the most out of each format.

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The Stretch - Avoiding Problematic Social Media Use
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12/19/23 • 9 min

In this "moral of the story" mini podcast, a John Steinbeck classic serves as our muse to discuss some of the positive and negative aspects of social media. We offers tips to guide to you away from pitfalls and toward greater purpose in your life in and apart from social media.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Stretch have?

The Stretch currently has 16 episodes available.

What topics does The Stretch cover?

The podcast is about Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.

What is the most popular episode on The Stretch?

The episode title 'Synergy in Art: Music in Movies' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Stretch?

The average episode length on The Stretch is 29 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Stretch released?

Episodes of The Stretch are typically released every 32 days, 12 hours.

When was the first episode of The Stretch?

The first episode of The Stretch was released on Nov 10, 2022.

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