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.

Holding It Lightly
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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

June 4, 2025
30. Why Generosity Makes You Rich
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 between improv and real human connection, to the tension between profit and purpose, they explore how generosity shows up (or doesn’t) in culture, politics, business, and daily life. Along the way, they dive into Enneagram insights, Richard Rohr, spiral dynamics, and the sobering realities of inequality in America. Can generosity truly make us richer? And what does it mean to live generously in a world that often isn’t?

May 12, 2025
29. What Are The Soapbox Christians Yelling About?
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 church, left it long ago, aren't sure what you believe (if anything), or are just curious about the stories we inherit and the ones we choose to keep, this is an open-hearted, often funny conversation about reframing old beliefs and finding meaning that actually fits.

April 22, 2025
28. Is Ambition Gross?
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 through a different lens: less about chasing status, power, or money, and more about living with intention, curiosity, and heart. If you’ve ever wondered what ambition could look like on your own terms or you just want to laugh along, this one’s for you.
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