A nice life is closer than you think | The Gray Area
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Oct 23, 2026 12:00
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What does it mean to have a good life when so much feels wrong?
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In this episode of The Gray Area, guest host Jonquilyn Hill speaks with Vox journalist Rachel Wilkerson Miller about her forthcoming book, The Nice Life. Rachel argues that even when we feel anxious or unsettled, we can build a satisfying life through curiosity, friendship, creativity, and generosity. Jonquilyn and Rachel explore how to find joy in difficult times, take pleasure in ordinary things, and share that pleasure with others.
Guest Host: Jonquilyn Hill, host of Explain It To Me
Guest: Rachel Miller, Vox Senior Even Better & Lifestyle Editor
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