Explore every episode of the podcast The Day One Podcast
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| 62 - Automating Journaling with iOS Shortcuts: A Conversation with Josh Kincaid | 14 mars 2025 | 00:48:33 | |
Want to make journaling even easier? Josh Kincaid, a longtime Day One user, shares how iOS Shortcuts have transformed his journaling routine. From saving daily newspaper front pages to logging moods with colors, this episode explores creative ways to streamline journal entries. The discussion covers making journaling more consistent, the impact of looking back on past entries, and how small automations can enhance a daily writing habit. Links to Josh’s iOS shortcuts and resources are available at: Sign up to be the first to try new Day One features at: | |||
| 61 - This Present Moment: Katie Seaman on Mindfulness and Journaling | 28 févr. 2025 | 00:51:54 | |
Mindfulness teacher and coach Katie Seaman joins Kristen Webb Wright on the podcast to explore how journaling can help us tune into the present moment with greater awareness, curiosity, and self-compassion. In this episode, Katie shares how journaling and mindfulness work together to bring clarity and deepen self-understanding. She discusses the importance of noticing both our external and internal worlds, tracking patterns over time, and using journaling as a tool for self-trust and resilience.
She also opens up about her personal journaling practice, from creative sketching to seasonal reflections, and how she incorporates mindfulness into her daily writing.
Listen in for inspiration, practical techniques, and a simple journaling challenge to help you cultivate more presence in your daily life. Learn more about Katie's work: Visit dayoneapp.com/podcast/episode-61-katie-seaman for more info on this episode. | |||
| 60 - Finding Joy Through Journaling: Ashley Looker on Letting Go of Busy | 14 févr. 2025 | 00:47:55 | |
In this episode of the Day One podcast, Kristen Wright sits down with Ashley Looker, an empowerment and journaling coach who helps ambitious individuals detach their productivity from their worth and find joy in the present moment. Ashley shares her personal journey from burnout to healing, how journaling played a pivotal role in redefining her definition of success, and her unique concept of "emotional metabolism." Together, they explore the profound ways journaling can bring clarity to life's toughest decisions, foster self-compassion, and reconnect us with the things that truly bring us joy. Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just starting out, this conversation is filled with inspiration and practical insights to deepen your journaling practice.
A few of Ashley's favorite prompts:
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| 59 - Growing a Digital Garden: Margot Olson on Life-Logging with Day One | 31 janv. 2025 | 00:25:05 | |
What if your journal could be a thriving digital garden, capturing every moment, big and small? In this episode, we sit down with Day One power user Margot Olson, who has logged over 96,000 journal entries and maintained an incredible streak of nearly 6,000 days. Margot shares her journey—from early influences in record-keeping to building a vast, meticulously organized digital journal. We discuss her approach to life-logging, the tools she uses, and how documenting even the smallest details enriches memory and perspective. Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just starting, this conversation will inspire you to cultivate your own digital garden with Day One. 💡 Have an idea for the Day One podcast? | |||
| 58 - A New Year of Journaling: Exploring Creative Ways to Use Day One | 17 janv. 2025 | 00:37:13 | |
Day One is more than just a journaling app—it’s a canvas for your thoughts, memories, and everyday moments. In this episode of the Day One podcast, we’re joined by former podcast host and long-time Day One team member Adam Daly to explore some of the most unique and inspiring ways people use the Day One app. From cataloging vinyl records and preserving family history to creating a digital gallery for children’s artwork and even keeping a pizza journal, this conversation is packed with creative ideas to help you take your journaling practice to the next level. Explore the full list of ideas mentioned in the episode at dayoneapp.com/ideas, and sign up for the New Year's journaling challenge at dayoneapp.com/newyear. | |||
| 57 - New Year, New Reflections: Lynda Monk on Journaling as a Life-Changing Practice | 03 janv. 2025 | 01:01:55 | |
Start the New Year with intention and personal growth through reflective journaling. In this episode, we sit down with Lynda Monk, Director of the International Association for Journal Writing, to explore how journaling can help you capture memories, savor life, set meaningful goals, and gain valuable insights. Lynda shares her unique approach to reflective journaling, practical prompts to get you started, and inspiration to make journaling a transformative habit in 2025. She also discusses the power of reflective journaling, the benefits of community in a typically solitary practice, and how journaling can serve as a compass for life's big decisions. Visit dayoneapp.com/podcast/episode-57-lynda-monk for a list of prompts shared in this episode, including links to use them in your Day One journal. Learn more about Lynda’s work and the International Association for Journal Writing at iajw.org. Join the 14-Day New Year's Journaling Challenge! Start 2025 with clarity and purpose. Over 14 days, you’ll receive daily journal prompts designed to help you set meaningful goals and envision your best year ahead. Visit dayoneapp.com/newyear to get started today. | |||
| 56 - Inside Day One: Updates and Reflections with Murphy Randle | 20 déc. 2024 | 00:34:19 | |
In our final episode of the year, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the latest updates and highlights from Day One. Head of Engineering Murphy Randle joins the conversation to discuss recent developments, including the return of journal header colors, updates to the Android and web apps, and the end of the Instagram connection. Murphy also shares how his journaling habits have evolved over the years, reflecting on the power of honest and unfiltered writing. Topics Covered
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| 55 - The Alchemy of Grief: Agnes Kowalski on Transforming Loss Through Journaling | 13 déc. 2024 | 00:31:42 | |
Grief is a universal yet deeply personal experience. In this episode, Agnes Kowalski, an Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, shares her expansive perspective on grief and how it manifests in everyday life—not just in the wake of death, but through intangible losses like trust, safety, and direction.
Through the lens of journaling, Agnes offers practical ways to honor your grief, process emotions, and find meaning amid loss. Agnes also sheds light on common misconceptions about grief, and explains why active participation in our grief is essential for recovery. Agnes also shares some journaling prompts for grief, such as:
Visit dayoneapp.com/podcast/episode-55-agnes-kowalski to get the full list of prompts that Agnes mentions in this episode, including links to answer each prompt in your Day One journal. Learn more about Agnes:
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| 54 - Better Questions, Better Life: Marc Champagne on Mental Fitness Through Journaling | 29 nov. 2024 | 00:27:01 | |
In this episode, bestselling author and host of Behind the Human, Marc Champagne, shares how journaling can become a cornerstone of mental fitness. He explores the power of asking better questions, embracing reflection, and taking intentional pauses to navigate stress, boost creativity, and gain clarity. Drawing from his book Personal Socrates, Marc provides actionable strategies to help you check in with yourself, challenge limiting narratives, and uncover fresh perspectives. He also shares practical journaling prompts designed to build self-awareness, manage daily challenges, and support personal growth, such as:
Visit dayoneapp.com/podcast/episode-54-marc-champagne/ to get the full list of questions that Marc mentions in this episode, including links to answer each prompt in your Day One journal. Learn more about Marc: Join the 14-Day Year in Review Journaling Challenge! Pause, reflect, and look back on the moments that shaped your year. When you sign up, you'll receive a daily journal prompt straight to your inbox. Each prompt is designed to help you celebrate your wins, learn from challenges, and close out the year with gratitude and clarity. Visit dayoneapp.com/yearinreview to get started today. | |||
| 53 - Celebrating the Everyday: Danny Gregory on Journaling as a Creative Anchor | 15 nov. 2024 | 00:36:11 | |
In this episode, internationally bestselling author and founder of Sketchbook Skool, Danny Gregory, shares how illustrated journaling became his creative anchor through life’s ups and downs. From documenting everyday moments to processing profound personal challenges, Danny reflects on the transformative power of combining journaling and art to stay grounded in the present. We explore how journaling can help celebrate the beauty in the mundane, foster creativity, and provide perspective over time. Plus, Danny offers insights into his 1,000+ day journaling streak and practical advice for those looking to build a sustainable journaling habit. Join us for an inspiring conversation on art, journaling, and finding joy in the little things. Learn more about Danny: https://dannygregory.com/ Join the 14-Day Gratitude Journaling Challenge! For 14 days, discover gratitude, boost happiness, and brighten your outlook, one journal entry at a time. Sign up to receive daily email prompts that inspire reflection on the people, moments, and experiences that matter most. Sign up now: https://dayoneapp.com/gratitude | |||
| 52 - A Lifetime Companion: Paul Mayne on the Vision Behind Day One | 01 nov. 2024 | 00:22:53 | |
The Day One Podcast returns with an insightful conversation with founder Paul Mayne, who shares his vision of Day One as a lifetime companion for preserving life’s meaningful moments. In this episode, Paul reflects on Day One’s journey—from its early days as an Apple-only app to a trusted, multi-platform tool for millions. He discusses recent updates and behind-the-scenes improvements to ensure seamless performance and security, along with exciting plans to enhance journaling with guided features and carefully considered AI tools. Join us as Paul shares what’s ahead for Day One, what journaling means to him personally, and his hopes for Day One as a lifetime tool for meaningful reflection. | |||
| Trailer: The Day One Podcast is Back | 01 nov. 2024 | 00:01:47 | |
After a three-year hiatus, the Day One podcast is back with a fresh format and a renewed focus on the power of journaling. In each episode, we'll invite experts and everyday journalers to share their insights into the ways journaling helps us remember and reflect. Here at Day One, we're on a mission to help people everywhere keep a journal and discover the many benefits of taking time to reflect and capture life's moments. So, whether you're new to journaling or have been at it for years, we hope this podcast will bring you inspiration ideas and some practical tips to enhance your own journaling practice. We'll also cover the latest updates from the Day One team, including new features, release notes, and a few tips for getting the most from your Day One journal. Visit dayoneapp.com/podcast for more info. | |||
| 51 - 2021 Recap and small roadmap update! | 14 déc. 2021 | 00:12:40 | |
Hello! Thanks for listening to our episode today! I wanted to recap some of the main highlights for Day One this year and give a small roadmap update. 10 Questions to Capture the Year in Your Journal Here are the links to help articles for items mentioned in today's episode. | |||
| 50 - Day One is joining Automattic! | 18 juin 2021 | 00:15:39 | |
Big news for Day One! Day One is being acquired by Automattic. This is incredibly exciting news. Today, Founder and CEO Paul Mayne discusses this new opportunity and what it means for the future of Day One! | |||
| 49 - 6.0 updates and Shortcuts with Dylan | 23 avr. 2021 | 00:28:45 | |
Greetings! Here's a brand-new ep for the Day One podcast. We are talking about 6.0 and 6.1 updates for iOS and macOS. Roadmap update for Android. And then we spend some time talking with Dylan from Oregon about shortcuts he has built to help his children build journaling habits (shortcut links below). You can find his post on Reddit here. Some require additional 3rd party services. The first Shortcut just randomly chooses from the 3 Routes I’ve created so far. This is the one the kids tap to start journaling each night - Kids Journal Launcher
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| 48 - Here's to the close of 2020 | 10 déc. 2020 | 00:15:06 | |
Happy December! Adam has some updates to talk about for Android, Book Printing, and some new stuff coming to Day One. | |||
| 47 - Widgets! | 19 nov. 2020 | 00:10:30 | |
Widgets for iOS 14 and macOS 11 (Big Sur) are here! Adam talks briefly on the new widgets and a couple of roadmap items. | |||
| 46 - What's new in version 5.0 with Paul Mayne | 12 août 2020 | 00:28:53 | |
Talking with Paul Mayne about the new Today view on iOS in version 5.0, coming soon to macOS. Highlighting the new options and how to use this feature. Paul also shares a little insight into what's next for the Day One team. | |||
| 45 - Small update! | 06 juil. 2020 | 00:14:58 | |
Thanks for tuning in! Just a small update today. Cool updates coming to Activity Feed/Day View soon. The team is still working on book printing improvements and more. | |||
| 44 - A conversation with Mike Meraz | 13 avr. 2020 | 00:41:06 | |
Today, Adam talks about the new writing prompt feature and has a wonderful conversation with Mike Meraz. Mike is in higher education administration and has been journaling for a long time. He is also a podcaster! We talk about some of the things he journals, the features he finds most helpful, and tips to help people get started with their journals. Writing prompts: https://help.dayoneapp.com/en/articles/3750565-daily-writing-prompts | |||
| 43 - BJ Homer shares tips for Shortcuts | 09 mars 2020 | 00:32:41 | |
| 42 - 2020 Updates so far! | 14 févr. 2020 | 00:20:55 | |
Adam is back with a short episode highlighting some updates and upcoming projects the team is working on. He talks a bit about Streaks and suggestions for creating consistent journal habits using Reminders. | |||
| 41 - Paul Mayne and Adam Daly talk about big updates! | 25 nov. 2019 | 00:36:16 | |
Today Adam sits down with Paul Mayne to talk about a big update in version 4.3 for both iOS and Mac, including PDF support! YAY! | |||
| 40 - A conversation with Emily Robison | 21 oct. 2019 | 00:36:51 | |
Today, Brett and Adam sit down with Emily Robison and we talk about her use of Day One since 2012! Also, updates for 4.2.2 on iOS and Mac, including PencilKit support for the drawing tool in Day One. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 39 - Many updates and a conversation with Jan from Berlin! | 07 oct. 2019 | 00:35:14 | |
Templates! In-app video recording! Share cards! Quite a few updates. We are joined by Jan from Berlin and we have a great discussion about his routines and uses for Day One using templates and Shortcuts. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 38 - Brett and Johnny talk to our Community Page Moderators- Michele and Mike | 09 sept. 2019 | 00:37:16 | |
Brett and John Hicks (software engineer) are joined by our two Facebook Community Administrators: Michele Kendzie and Mike Quinn. A few updates discussed including getting ready for iOS 13 release soon. Then we discuss the community page and Mike and Michele's use of Day One. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 37 - A conversation with Reid Matthews and Shortcut tips | 26 août 2019 | 00:34:58 | |
| 36 - A Tale of Two Guests: Chris Messina and Paul Mayne | 12 août 2019 | 00:36:50 | |
Today, Brett and Adam are joined by two guests: Chris Messina and Paul Mayne. We talk about some updates for Day One in version 4.1 and chat with Chris about his recent adventures. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 35 - Version 4! And a conversation with Justin Morgan | 29 juil. 2019 | 00:38:15 | |
Version 4 is here! Video support. Streaks. Apple Health integration on iPhone for Mindfulness minutes. Dark mode for everyone! We also chat with Justin Morgan about his use of Day One with some great ideas. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 34 - Big updates and a conversation with Martijn Schouten | 15 juil. 2019 | 00:43:27 | |
We sit down today with Martijn Schouten and talk about Siri Shortcuts and his routine with Day One. Links to Shortcuts below. We also discuss some big updates coming in version 4.0 (in beta now)!
Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 33 - A Conversation with Mike St. Pierre | 01 juil. 2019 | 00:29:18 | |
Professor and author Mike St. Pierre joins us today as we talk about journaling tips and styles. A few announcements for the development path as well. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 32 - A discussion with Justin "Juice" Lake and WWDC stuff! | 17 juin 2019 | 00:48:46 | |
Today we sit down with Justin "Juice" Lake who runs the Instagram account for Day One. We talk about his use of Day One and some great tips for use. We also ask our engineers what their favorite announcement from WWDC. Day One Instagram: @dayoneapp Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 31 - A conversation with Jeff Rasor | 03 juin 2019 | 00:38:23 | |
Author, pastor, coach (and more!) Jeff Rasor joins us on the podcast today to talk about his use of Day One. We have a great conversation about using templates/prompts to help maintain consistent journaling habits. Links for Jeff: https://wherebreakthroughhappens.com/product/where-breakthrough-happens/ Links for Day One: Schedule a call with Brett
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| 30 - Josh Robertson talks about the new Instagram integration | 20 mai 2019 | 00:31:55 | |
Josh Robertson, web/server engineer, joins us this week to talk about the new Instagram integration that will be part of the 3.7 release on iOS. Join us as we talk about the development and implementation of this feature. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 29 - Discussion with Rio Jean Abella | 06 mai 2019 | 00:45:23 | |
Today we talk about some small updates and then a great discussion with Rio Jean Abella. She talks about her journal organization. These are some great ideas on how to structure your journal. Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 28 - Interview with Daniel from South Africa and some updates | 22 avr. 2019 | 00:42:34 | |
Not too many updates on this episode, but the team is busy with some great things (video, Instagram importer, etc.). Join us as we listen to Daniel from South Africa talk about his use. How do you stay consistent? Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 27 - Updates and a conversation with Vybarr Cregan-Reid | 08 avr. 2019 | 00:40:04 | |
Today we chat with author and professor, Vybarr Cregan-Reid and his use of Day One. We discuss is use of Day One and his background. We will be using his book Primate Change for our May 2019 book club meeting. Link below. Primate Change by Vybarr Cregan-Reid Schedule a call with Brett | |||
| 26 - More Shortcuts with Rosemary Orchard! | 25 mars 2019 | 00:58:48 | |
Today we talk more about automation and Shortcuts with special guest, Rosemary Orchard, cohost of the Automators podcast. Links to the shortcuts discussed today:
Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 25 - BJ Homer talks to us about Day One Mac v3 | 11 mars 2019 | 00:40:53 | |
We welcome BJ Homer back to the show! He is our senior engineer at Day One and we talk about version 3.0 on Mac. He gives us some great insight into development and progress of Day One. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 24 - Shortcuts in Day One with Brian Renshaw | 25 févr. 2019 | 00:47:03 | |
Brian Renshaw joins us to talk about Shortcuts with Day One! Here is his website for Shortcut Mondays. You can find options for Day One that you can add on your device. https://brianrenshaw.com/category/shortcut-monday/ Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 23 - Get to know the customer support manager - Adam Daly | 11 févr. 2019 | 00:45:35 | |
Today Brett asks Adam all about his background and roles at Day One. We have some updates but they are still pending the release of version 3 on Mac and other great features coming to iOS. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 22 - Dicussion with Stephanie Sikora and updates | 28 janv. 2019 | 00:49:10 | |
Today we talk to Stephanie Sikora and her new book: Simplified. We are reading this for our January-February book club. We also talk v3 updates for Mac and others. Link to Stephanie’s book: https://amzn.to/2S5g0Ea Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 21 - New Year updates and interview with Mike from New Jersey | 14 janv. 2019 | 00:46:14 | |
Welcome back! We hope everyone has had a good start to the year. We have some updates to talk about and an interview with Mike from New Jersey. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 20 - Day One book club discussion about The Gratitude Diaries | 17 déc. 2018 | 00:55:25 | |
Today we are releasing the audio from the book club discussion on The Gratitude Diaries. Brett and Adam enjoyed this book and got a lot out of it. Let us know what your thoughts are on the book. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 19 - A Conversation with Pete from Portland and the 11th Finger | 03 déc. 2018 | 00:50:05 | |
Today we talk about some exciting upcoming features for Day One! We invite you to read The Gratitude Diaries by Janice Kaplan and join us for a virtual book club discussion on December 14th. We also chat with Pete from Portland about how he uses Day One personally and professionally. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 18 - Gratitude and a conversation with Morgen from Australia | 19 nov. 2018 | 00:49:32 | |
Today we talk about the 3.3 release for iOS (drag and drop, baby!), 2.9.2 for Mac, our upcoming book club book (The Gratitude Diaries by Janice Kaplan), and have a conversation with Morgen from Australia. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 17 - A Conversation with Kendra Wright | 05 nov. 2018 | 00:46:50 | |
We have some small updates to talk about here and then we have a wonderful conversation with Kendra Wright! She talks about her backstory and what journaling means to her. See heykendra.com Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 16 - Day One Book Club and a conversation with Sheibban | 22 oct. 2018 | 00:37:26 | |
On this episode of the Day One Podcast we talk about the 3.2.1 release for iOS and some upcoming features like drag an drop to rearrange photos and more! We also hear from Sheibban from New Delhi. Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 15 - Johnny Hicks (iOS team) talks about Siri Shortcuts and Watch complications | 08 oct. 2018 | 00:33:24 | |
Adam and Johnny talk more about Siri Shortcuts and how to take advantage of those in Day One. We also talk about updates coming to the Watch complications and our Watch app. Check out the help guides for details: http://help.dayoneapp.com (search "watch" and "Siri shortcuts"). Day One Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DayOneCommunity/ podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett: http://calendly.com/dayoneapp Help and support: http://help.dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/contact | |||
| 14 - Siri Shortcuts, 2.9 for macOS, and a conversation with Lou | 24 sept. 2018 | 00:40:55 | |
Today we talk about Siri Shortcuts, new in version 3.1 on iOS. We talk about upcoming updates for macOS including version 2.9. We also hear from Lou about how he journals. podcast@dayoneapp.com http://dayoneapp.com/podcast Schedule a call with Brett | |||