Episodes

  • Thank God, It’s 2025 and Not 1925

    Thank God, It’s 2025 and Not 1925
    Aug 1 2025
    Human beings have made more profound technological strides in the last century than in any other prior era or historical period. Join Norb and Al as we discuss how medicine, technology, entertainment, and daily life were different 100 years ago, and how gratitude for being here today should play such an important role in our daily lives. The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    32 mins
  • Reexamining Emerson & Thoreau

    Reexamining Emerson & Thoreau
    Jun 30 2025
    When it comes to powerful American Philosophers, there’s no one like the great Transcendentalists Emerson & Thoreau. In this very special 40th show, join Norb and Al as we look at the lives of these giants and how we can apply their wisdom and insight about the human condition to our daily lives. The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    31 mins
  • There’s No Dress Rehearsal… Your Life Is Right Now!

    There’s No Dress Rehearsal… Your Life Is Right Now!
    May 30 2025
    All of us have fallen victim to the idea of putting our dreams or plans on hold until the “perfect” time or when the “ideal conditions” appear in our lives. Join Norb and Al as we dispel the notion that life gives us the luxury of a dress rehearsal. Our lives are right now in the beauty of the present moment. You won’t want to miss this exciting show! The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    32 mins
  • 5 Great Life Lessons We Can Learn from Rude People

    5 Great Life Lessons We Can Learn from Rude People
    May 1 2025
    All of us, at one point or another in life, have experienced being in the presence of rude people. While this is never pleasant, there are some incredible things we can learn from such individuals. Join Norb & Al as we explore 5 great life lessons that rude people teach us, and how we can use these encounters as building blocks as we aspire during life’s journey to become our best selves. The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    30 mins
  • OK You Failed, Now What?

    OK You Failed, Now What?
    Mar 28 2025
    Nobody wins 100% of the time. It’s impossible. Baseball players with a batting average of 0.300 are considered rock stars. Join Norb and Al as we discuss how to view a failure, what to learn from it, and most importantly, how to stand up, dust yourself off, and move forward. As Zig Ziglar once said, failure is an event, not a person…… The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    31 mins
  • Iconic Comedians You Should Know

    Iconic Comedians You Should Know
    Feb 28 2025
    As we march steadily through the 21st Century, many great things from the past seem to be fading in our collective rearview mirrors and forgotten. In this episode, join Norb and Al as they shed some light on the great comedians of years ago, and how humor will always be incredibly important in our lives. Learn about Laurel & Hardy, Abbott & Costello, W.C. Fields, the Marx Brothers, and others. Be sure to watch the clips linked below and get ready to laugh! Resources: Laurel & Hardy - Way Out West Marx Brothers "Duck Soup" - War Scene W.C. Fields - Egbert Souce' Bank Security Guard The Abbot & Costello Show "Who's on First?" The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    32 mins
  • Ask Norb: Our Special Edition 3rd Anniversary Show!

    Ask Norb: Our Special Edition 3rd Anniversary Show!
    Jan 31 2025
    It's been an amazing three years of fun, laughter and learning on our podcast. To mark this joyous milestone, sit back and listen as we ask the one and only Norb Svanascini questions about everything from raising children, to the role of money in life, and what it really means to be successful. You don't want to miss this show! The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    34 mins
  • Give… and Get So Much More Back

    Give… and Get So Much More Back
    Dec 18 2024
    The Holiday Season is a time of gift-giving. Join Norb & Al as we discuss how giving of yourself, in gift form, time, or donation not only makes the world a better place, but what you get back in return can be truly astonishing. Learn how being kind to just one person can have a ripple effect to touch the lives of many. The Magic of Positive Thinking is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios; follow today for exciting new episodes!
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    29 mins