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We Can Do Hard Things

We Can Do Hard Things

(BEST OF) Samantha Irby's Survival Guide for Ridiculous Times

Jul 23, 2026 · 1h 3m

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Some days, survival looks less like hope and more like finding something to laugh about. The brilliant Samantha Irby joins us for a hilarious, wise, and unexpectedly comforting conversation about making it through absurd times. Sam shares her philosophy for getting through life one bearable five-minute stretch at a time, why humor is often hiding something deeper, and the simple strategies that help her navigate people, friendship, and the chaos of being human. - Why laughter can be a survival skill - Sam's life-changing strategies for dealing with humans - The "lowercase-f friend" theory that will free your relationships - Why JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) might be the key to happiness About…