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Joy Moments

Where Small Moments Shared Create Ripples of Joy

Joy Moments is a global celebration of the small, radiant sparks that make life beautiful. Each 10-minute episode spotlights real moments of joy—shared by people from every corner of the world—reminding us that happiness is both universal and unique.

Episodes

The Guitar, the Cards, and the Joy Train

May 1, 2026

Lacey has been sitting on a tarot practice for a year and finally figured out a format that actually fits her life — async readings she can do without scheduling a video call. She walks us through ...

Little Joys Making Big Joys

Apr 10, 2026

Violet turned one and Lacey has been weaning — which, against all expectations, went smoothly. The schedule that came with it, the consistent naps, the sleeping through the night, turned out to mat...

Is This Real? Morning Announcements, Old Photos, and Messages to Your Future Self

Mar 13, 2026

We're getting nostalgic in the best way today. Lacey shares a joy moment that started with a podcast clip and ended in a group chat spiral with childhood friends—all trying to figure out whether La...

Cool Beans, Awesome Sauce, and Olympic Witchcraft

Feb 20, 2026

We're not going to pretend the world isn't a dumpster fire right now. But we can make our chairs a little cozier while we watch it burn.

In this episode, we share a few joy moments—Sara heari...

Thrift Stores, Teething, and the Best Compliment You've Ever Received

Jan 30, 2026

In this episode, we talk about everyday joy moments—the ones you notice and the ones you create. Sara shares her friend Jim's $12 thrift store leather shoes and the compliments that landed from her...

Little Notes, Big Feelings

Jan 9, 2026

In this Joy Moments episode, we’re talking about how the tiniest things can hold the biggest feelings. Lacey shares a simple moment from a hectic morning: trying to get Iris dressed for daycare, sh...

Feral Holiday Cards, Coats, and Bulldogs

Dec 12, 2025

This week Sara is flying solo on Joy Moments because Lacey is dealing with a flare-up. Which is actually a perfect reminder that joy moments aren't about ignoring what's hard. There's plenty we're ...

Pets Are Joy Delivery Systems (ft. Mr. Beans)

Nov 14, 2025

What happens when you ask people to share their joy moments? You get a LOT of pets. In this episode, Lacey and Sara read through community submissions—cats, dogs, horses, and the small moments that...

Can't Wait vs. Savor the Wait

Oct 24, 2025

Ever wonder why some people love the anticipation of a surprise while others need to know right now? In this episode, Lacey and Sara dive into their opposite approaches to cliffhangers, gi...

The Tooth Market: Supply, Demand, and Missing Inventory

Oct 3, 2025

We never expected to have such strong opinions about tooth logistics, but here we are.

Lacey navigates Isaac's first lost tooth (and the subsequent loss of that tooth somewhere in the house),...

Joy According to Joe

Sep 12, 2025

In this episode of Joy Moments, we welcome Joe (Lacey's husband) to the podcast for the first time. We dive into a candid conversation about finding daily moments of appreciation, the differences i...

Celebrity Mysteries and Meta-Joy

Aug 22, 2025

In this episode of Joy Moments, Sara shares her exhilarating experience of finally identifying a celebrity she spotted in an airport two years ago. We discuss the powerful dopamine rush that comes ...

Oxytocin & Pool Days

Aug 1, 2025

In this episode of Joy Moments, we explore how finding small moments of joy can help us regain a sense of control in our lives. We share beautiful submissions from our community, including how a ma...

Dancing Through Life: From Weddings to Grocery Stores

Jul 11, 2025

Welcome to our Joy Moments podcast! In this episode, we (Lacey and Sara) shine a spotlight on the simple but powerful moments that bring joy into our lives. From my (Lacey's) exhilarating experienc...

Joy Moments Premiere!

Jun 20, 2025

The inaugural episode of Joy Moments elucidates the profound significance of small moments shared among individuals, which, as we contend, create ripples of joy that can transcend the mundane. Sara...

Joy Moments Trailer

May 29, 2025

We hope you join us in our Joy Movement.

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