

149 episodes
by Jonathan Fields / Acast · English
Good Life Project is a podcast and video series for people navigating midlife with intention. Hosted by Jonathan Fields, each episode is a deep, honest conversation about what it actually takes to build a life that feels like yours, through the reinventions, reckonings, and reclamations that define your 40s, 50s, and beyond. Grounded in science, fueled by genuine curiosity, and always in service of the real work of living well. Often top-ranked, it’s been listened to and viewed more than 100 million times. New episodes weekly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11 Dec 2025 · 49m
In this episode, host Jonathan Fields engages in a conversation with Dr. Ross Levine, Chief Scientific Officer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK).
8 Dec 2025 · 54m
In this thought-provoking episode, therapist Stephanie Yates-Anyabwile challenges conventional relationship norms and reveals how breaking these "rules" can actually strengthen bonds between partners.
4 Dec 2025 · 53m
In this episode, Jonathan Fields engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr.
1 Dec 2025 · 57m
This episode features three guests who share insights on navigating life's most devastating losses:
27 Nov 2025 · 1h 18m
The episode features Dr. Ami Bhatt, Chief Innovation Officer at the American College of Cardiology, discussing the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in cardiovascular health.
24 Nov 2025 · 59m
In this episode of the Good Life Project, host Jonathan Fields engages in a profound conversation with bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert about her transformative writing practice known as "Letters…
21 Nov 2025 · 1h 5m
Dr. Adeel Khan discusses the potential of regenerative medicine, highlighting Muse cells, a groundbreaking discovery from Japan, and explores the efficacy and accessibility of innovative treatments…
17 Nov 2025 · 53m
In this episode of the Good Life Project, host Jonathan Fields engages with musician and activist Ani DiFranco.
13 Nov 2025 · 59m
In this episode, Dr. Charlotte Blease, a Harvard Medical School researcher, discusses the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare.
10 Nov 2025 · 59m
My 2x20 Project™ Update & the Power of Experiments
6 Nov 2025 · 1h 16m
Explores what it means to live a good life through conversations with leading voices from various fields, addressing themes like happiness, health, friendship, meaning, work, and purpose.
3 Nov 2025 · 1h 4m
A weekly exploration of what it means to live a good life through conversations with various leading voices in health, science, art, industry, mindset, and culture.
30 Oct 2025 · 53m
In this episode, the hosts engage with three prominent figures in personal growth: Mel Robbins, James Clear, and Nicole Vignola.
27 Oct 2025 · 1h 14m
In this episode of the *Good Life Project*, host Jonathan Fields engages in a thought-provoking conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour.
23 Oct 2025 · 54m
5 Ways to Breathe That Ease Anxiety, Induce Calm & Boost Performance
20 Oct 2025 · 1h 9m
In this episode, Parker J. Palmer shares his profound journey through seasons of depression and how it led him to discover authentic living and his true calling.
17 Oct 2025 · 1h 2m
Dr. Kerry Burnight, gerontologist and author of *Joyspan: The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half*
13 Oct 2025 · 59m
In this episode of *Good Life Project*, host Jonathan Fields engages in a heartfelt conversation with New York Times bestselling author Tembi Locke.
9 Oct 2025 · 56m
In this episode, Dr. Austin Perlmutter discusses how daily choices influence brain health and cognitive function.
6 Oct 2025 · 1h 9m
Deep listening as a relationship-transforming skill; how distraction (especially phones) and polarization block genuine connection; an eight-step model for listening that creates psychological…
2 Oct 2025 · 56m · 18 chapters
From Triggered to Tranquil: Reset Your Nervous System for Lasting Calm | Spotlight Convo
29 Sep 2025 · 1h 4m
Creativity and aging as a “fifth season” (late August/early September) when life becomes clearer and more essential.
25 Sep 2025 · 48m · 12 chapters
The episode argues for “intentional amateurism” (dabbling) as a path to joy, self-compassion, curiosity, and even spirituality—challenging the culture of constant excellence, monetizing hobbies, and…
22 Sep 2025 · 59m · 22 chapters