The Magic of Positive Thinking
Episodes
Courage & Confidence: Charles Lindbergh’s Solo Flight Across the Atlantic
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In 1927, Charles Lindbergh set out to be the first human in history to fly an airplane from New York to Paris. Join Norb and Al as we discuss the role...
Be a World Changer in the Lives of People Around You
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Very few people in history have had the chance to change the entire world. We all, however, have the ability to positively influence the lives of thos...
Fascinating Facts You Didn’t Know About Walt Disney
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know Walt Disney was fired from a newspaper because he had “no creative ideas?” Join Norb and Al as we discuss the life of Walt Disney and...
Life Lessons from the Incredible Success & Failure of Sears
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For well over 100 years, Sears Roebuck & Co. was literally the Amazon of its time. Sears changed daily life in America with its mail order and later r...
Remembering Judge Frank Caprio of Rhode Island
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Known internationally, Chief Judge Frank Caprio (1936-2025) was known as the “Compassionate Judge,” as he always took into account people’s life...
The Incredible Power of Living One Day at a Time
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All we have is today. As they say, “Yesterday’s history & tomorrow’s a mystery.” Join Norb and Al as we explore the fascinating concept of “...
Thank God, It’s 2025 and Not 1925
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Reexamining Emerson & Thoreau
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to powerful American Philosophers, there’s no one like the great Transcendentalists Emerson & Thoreau. In this very special 40th show...
There’s No Dress Rehearsal… Your Life Is Right Now!
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
5 Great Life Lessons We Can Learn from Rude People
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 incred...
OK You Failed, Now What?
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 d...
Iconic Comedians You Should Know
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Ask Norb: Our Special Edition 3rd Anniversary Show!
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 an...
Give… and Get So Much More Back
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
The Power of Kindness & a Smile
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They say words move mountains, but kindness touches hearts. Join Norb and Al as we discuss the importance of being kind to people and taking the time ...
Only In America
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In its relatively short existence of less than 250 years, no other country has had such a profound influence on the world as the United States. In thi...
Seeing the World with Fresh Eyes - How to Recapture Your Childlike Wonder
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life’s daily stress can often turn our attention to the urgent, instead of the important. Join Norb and Al as we discuss the power of stepping back ...
Remembering Dr. Leo Buscaglia
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Once upon a time, not too long ago, a man walked the Earth whose life mission was to teach people the importance of loving each other. Dr. Leo Buscagl...
The Importance and Power of Knowing One’s Life Purpose
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Twain once said: “The Two Most Important Days in Your Life are the Day You Were Born, and the Day You Find Out Why.” Join Norb Svanascini an...
Learning Powerful Life Lessons from the Dandelion
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every spring, homeowners across the nation wage war on the dandelion plant. Despite being universally hated by lovers of perfect lawns, the dandelion...
If You Can Drive a Car, You Can Succeed in Life
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about how planning a car trip and reaching your intended destination is a great strategy for achieving what you want in life? Jo...
Earl Nightingale’s Recording – The Strangest Secret Revisited
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For our 26th episode, join Norb and Al as we go back to the original inspiration for our podcast – Earl Nightingale’s 1956 recording of The Strang...
Appreciating Past Successes & Past Failures
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards as we look back at some inventions that changed the world, but we take for granted today such as air conditioning ...
The Power of Laughter – Not Taking Yourself So Seriously
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Twain once said “Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand.” Join Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards as we discuss why it’s so importa...
The Creative Genius Within All of Us
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
According to a NASA study, 98% of children born today are creative geniuses. After a few years in school, this number is reduced to 12%. Why is this? ...
The BCD Connection
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards discuss what has become known as the BCD connection. All human beings experience the “B’ ...
5 Great Ways to be Miserable
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this light hearted podcast, Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards take a look at 5 Great Ways to be Miserable. Join us as we explore what people do to sta...
Achievement in Life is Guaranteed... But What Will You Achieve?
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Join Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards as we discuss the idea that we will always wind up wit...
How to Be an Optimistic Person in 3 Easy Steps
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s one thing to talk about being an optimistic person, but how do you actually put it into practice in your life? Join Norb Svanascini and Al Edwa...
If You Could Only Learn One Thing in Life, This is it!
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why some people always seem to reach goals in life and others struggle to attain them? Join Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards as w...
Does Positive Thinking Actually Work?
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There has been fierce debate over many decades about whether positive thinking and being optimistic actually affects the outcomes of a person’s life...
Looking at Life Through the Japanese Mindset
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, join Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards as we discuss Norb’s recent trip to Japan. The journey was a very moving experience for...
The Power of Gratitude in Everyday Life
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode, Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards discuss the concept of gratitude and how practicing it can change your life. Join us...
If I Knew Years Ago What I Know Today
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards discuss the role of wisdom and experience in life. How would your life be different if you kn...
Applying Universal Law to Your Life
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, Norb Svanascini and Al Edwards discuss how understanding and applying Universal Law to your life can bring many benefits to ...
Change Your Thinking & Change Your Life
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special, 1-year anniversary episode, join Americaneagle.com founder Norb Svanascini and Sr. Content Writer Al Edwards as we discuss how we all...
Meet Four Failures Who Changed the World
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As Zig Ziglar used to say – Failure is an event, not a person. Join Americaneagle.com founder Norb Svanascini and Sr. Content Writer Al Edwards as w...
The Harvest
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Al Edwards interviews Norb Svanascini about his wonderful book “Life’s Harvest”. The book is a powerful collection of t...
Recordings and Books That Can Change Your Life
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A wise man once said that staying inspired and motivated isn’t permanent, but neither is bathing! In order for it to be effective, it must be done e...
Pessimism Doesn’t Exist in Nature
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever seen a bird sitting on a utility pole, doubting whether it can build a nest? Of course, the answer is no! That is because pessimistic th...
Nobody's Getting Out of This Thing Alive, The Importance of Having Courage and Taking Risks in Life.
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All people from one time or another fear trying something new in life or having the courage to take risks. In this podcast, we explore the idea that l...
Positiveness Embedded in The American Spirit
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No other nation in the history of the world has contributed more positive thinking and innovation than the United States. Join us as we discuss how th...
Are You Ready to Become a Professional Optimist?
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being a Professional Optimist is not just a habit, it’s a way of life. In this episode, Americaneagle.com founder, Norb Svanascini, and Author and A...
How to be an Optimistic Person
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a great thing to believe in positive thinking, but applying it to one’s daily life is how it changes you. In this episode, Americaneagle.com ...
Why Positive Thinking is Important
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Americaneagle.com founder, Norb Svanascini, and Author and Americaneagle.com Senior Content Writer, Al Edwards, explore why positive ...
The Life of Henry Ford & the Principles of Success
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Americaneagle.com founder Norb Svanascini and Author and Senior Content Writer Al Edwards discuss several timeless principles of succ...
The Strangest Secret
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 1956, legendary broadcaster Earl Nightingale recorded a talk that has gone down in history as one of the most important messages about positive thi...
People Don’t Think, Let’s Start Today
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With each 30 minute episode, “People Don’t Think, Let’s Start Today” takes listeners on a fascinating journey as we discuss the lives and phil...