Episodes 31
Avg. Duration 1h 10m
Activity Dormant
Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2025

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Monthly
Format
Episodic
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About This Podcast

Welcome to ”Holding It Lightly,” where comedians and spiritual seekers Brad Stuart and Lauren Douglass share their transformative journey through life’s darkest depths to the light. Drawing inspiration from wisdom teachers like Richard Rohr, Liz Gilbert, and Jack Kornfield, the hosts discuss how these teachers have helped them release attachments and discover their own inner ‘Enoughness’. This isn’t a Christian podcast; it’s a candid exploration of what most holds us back from happiness, a discussion beyond traditional religious structures that invites the listener to find their own pathway to true joy. With a unique blend of comedy and spirituality, Brad and Lauren delve into personal experiences, offering transformative practices that helped them rise from their lowest points. If you’ve ever felt the weight of holding on too tightly, ”Holding It Lightly” invites you to loosen your grip and explore the freedom that comes with embracing life with an open heart.

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Recent Episodes

30. Why Generosity Makes You Rich

Jun 04, 2025 59m

In this episode of Holding It Lightly, hosts Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into the messy, meaningful layers of generosity, not just as a virtue, but as a lens for living. From the parallels…

29. What Are The Soapbox Christians Yelling About?

May 12, 2025 50m

In this episode, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into one of the most common phrases in Christianity “Jesus died for your sins” and ask: wait, what does that really mean? Whether you grew up in…

28. Is Ambition Gross?

Apr 22, 2025 59m

What if ambition doesn't mean climbing the ladder, but carving your own path entirely? In this episode of Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart unpack what it means to be ambitious, but…

27. The Agony of Change

Apr 08, 2025 1h 5m

In this episode of Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart get real about what happens when life knocks you down, and you're forced to make changes you didn't ask for. From job losses to…

26. Money Talks

Jan 23, 2025 1h 15m

Money: it’s something we all deal with, but how do we keep it from taking over? In this episode of Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart explore our ever-changing relationship with…

25. Spiritual Materialism and How to Not Stay Surface

Dec 16, 2024 48m

This week on Holding It Lightly, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into the fascinating and often misunderstood topic of spiritual materialism. What is it? How can we recognize when we’re slipping…

24. Trump Won Again. Now What?

Nov 27, 2024 1h 4m

In this episode, Lauren Douglass and Brad Stuart dive into a timely and thought-provoking conversation about the aftermath of Trump's victory in the election. How do we maintain our peace in the…

23. WTF is Gratitude?

Oct 29, 2024 1h 4m

This week, Lauren n Brad dive into the question, "WTF is gratitude?" We see it on T-shirts, journals, and in every "live your best life" mantra, but what does it really mean? Is gratitude just…

22. The Sacred Dance vs. The Survival Dance

Oct 02, 2024 1h 10m

This week’s episode of Holding It Lightly dives into the concept of the sacred dance. Bear with us, as Lauren shares her experiences at Burning Man, hopefully adding value rather than inducing any…

21. Midlife Doesn't Have to Be a Crisis

Sep 12, 2024 1h 8m

This week we dive deep into why the midlife crises is so often referenced but so poorly understood. We instead invite you to rethink this period as a profound opportunity to transform - a symbolic…

20. Growing Younger as You Grow Older

Aug 31, 2024 1h 17m

I once saw a meme that said "One day, you went out to play with your friends for the last time ever, and you had no idea."  Yeah, we aren't sure it needs to be that way either. In this episode, we…

19. Finding God & the 12 Steps with Patrick McCartney

Aug 14, 2024 1h 23m

In this week's episode, Lauren and Brad are joined by the incredibly talented Patrick McCartney, an actor, improviser, and seasoned Second City performer. Patrick opens up about his journey as a…

18. How to Tap Into Your Flow & Use Righteous Energy

Aug 01, 2024 1h 6m

It's opposites week on Holding It Lightly! Last week, Lauren and Brad dove into the art of rest, relaxation, and embracing laziness. This week, they're flipping the script and exploring how to tap…

17. The Power of Relaxation, Sitting, and Embracing Laziness

Jul 17, 2024 1h 2m

This week on Holding It Lightly, Lauren and Brad explore the vital case for embracing laziness, relaxation, and the simple act of sitting. Life demands a balance between planning, setting goals, and…

16. How to Experience Life, Not Deliver Outcomes

Jun 26, 2024 1h 10m

Join Lauren and Brad as they make the case for laziness - sort of....this week explores the art of embracing life's flow and essence while moving beyond a fixation on outcomes. They delve into the…

15. The Beauty is in the Journey: Deconstruction to Reconstruction

Jun 13, 2024 1h 7m

Join Brad and Lauren on this week's episode of "Holding It Lightly" as they explore the profound themes of deconstruction and reconstruction in personal belief systems. They delve into the…

14. All About LOVE

May 29, 2024 1h 11m

Love is on the brain this week! Tune in to this week's episode of where Lauren and Brad explore the profound topic of love. Together they delve into questions like "What is love?" and "How do we…

13. We are All Just Animal (Instincts)

May 16, 2024 1h 16m

Join Lauren and Brad for this week's episode of Holding It Lightly as we explore the fascinating realm of Enneagram instincts. They say that while a thought moves at the speed of x, an emotion moves…

12. How to Have Faith & to Learn to Trust Yourself

May 01, 2024 54m

Tune in to this week's episode of Holding It Lightly, where Brad and Lauren explore the powerful themes of faith and self-trust. Join us as we delve into how to cultivate genuine faith in ourselves…

11. Somatic Healing & The Body with Lyssa Mandel

Apr 25, 2024 1h 25m

Welcome to this week's episode of Holding It Lightly! Join hosts Lauren and Brad as they dive deep into the world of healing and self-discovery with special guest Lyssa Mandel. Lyssa, an incredible…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Holding It Lightly have?

Holding It Lightly has published 31 episodes since February 2024, covering topics in Comedy, Religion & Spirituality.

Is Holding It Lightly still active?

Holding It Lightly is currently dormant with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 10m.

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