The Lighten Up Project
By Malcolm Grissom
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Episodes: 23
Description
Hosted by comedian, Laughter Leader, and Engagement Specialist Malcolm Grissom, The Lighten Up Project is where humor meets healing. This interview-style podcast explores how applied improv, laughter, and joyful connection are transforming schools and communities facing serious challenges like bullying, suicide, and mental health struggles. Featuring stories from students, educators, comedians, and mental health leaders, each episode is a reminder that healing doesn’t have to be heavy — it can be honest, human, and hilariously hopeful. ✨ Laugh louder. Lead lighter. Live brighter.
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Does Laughter Lower Stress and Pain? What the Research Shows with Prof. Frank Chindamo
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Apr 30, 2026 |
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Wendy Liebman on 40 Years of Stand-Up, Timing, and Making People Laugh
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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Can Laughter Really Help You Heal? A Comedian’s Perspective with Paul Brumbaugh
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Apr 23, 2026 |
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Leadership Under Fire: Decision-Making, Resilience, and the Power of Humor with Neil Jurd
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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What Most Leaders Get Wrong About Workplace Culture and Inclusion with Natalie Holder
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Apr 16, 2026 |
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What Stand-Up Comedy Teaches Us About Human Nature and Confidence with Danny Dechi
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Why Focusing on Death Is Ruining Your Life (And What to Do Instead) with Judy Wong
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Apr 09, 2026 |
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How to Use Laughter to Reduce Stress and Gain Emotional Balance With Joyologist Steve Wilson
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Apr 02, 2026 |
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Finding Joy in Dirt, Music, and Friendship: The Playful Life of Leslie Outier
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Mar 26, 2026 |
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How Humor, Music, and Spiritual Play Help Us Lighten Up with Erin Shannon
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Mar 19, 2026 |
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Why Music, Toys, and Play Still Matter: A Conversation with Robert A. Medeiros
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Mar 12, 2026 |
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The Rhythm That Connects Us: Music, Laughter & Play Explained
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Mar 05, 2026 |
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How to Eliminate Hidden People Risks and Build a Joy-Driven Workplace with Dr. Diane Dye
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Feb 26, 2026 |
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How Playful Leadership Builds Stronger Teams, Retention, and Real Connection with Jessper Maquindang
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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Why Joy, Play, and Laughter Create Better Learners—Inside Vibrant Family Education with Kristina & Herb Heagh-Avritt
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Feb 12, 2026 |
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How to Grab the Key of Courage & Live Above the Line with Carolyn Cooper
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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Laughing Through the Muck: Healing Trauma, Reclaiming Safety & Finding Magic with Jennifer Nagel
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Jan 29, 2026 |
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How Laughter Keeps You Young: Reinventing Life, Creativity, and Courage at Any Age with Sandra Risser
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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How to Live Lightly: Reclaiming Joy, Laughter, and Self-Worth with Fatina “Tina” Mays
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Jan 15, 2026 |
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Built to Rise
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Jan 08, 2026 |
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The Humor Tree
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Jan 01, 2026 |
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How The Monster Reclaimed His Voice
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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Trailer
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Dec 23, 2025 |