Uncomfy: Sticking With Moments That Challenge Us

  Airdate: October 1, 2025 Julie Rose: When is "tough love" better than going easy on a kid who's different? Leland Vittert: My dad's philosophy on this, was that in the real world, those accommodations aren't gonna be given, so he better start learning now that you've got to be uncomfortable, right? You have to endure the hardships. Julie Rose: Hey, it's Julie. Welcome to Uncomfy, a show about sticking with moments that challenge us even when they're uncomfortable. And I know you're probably wondering, "Why would anybody choose to be uncomfortable?" But I know from personal experience, and maybe you do too, that sometimes a little discomfort has benefits if we can stay open and curious about it. And that's what we're here to explore, so let's get Uncomfy. Today, I'm joined by Leland Vittert. He is the Chief Washington Anchor at NewsNation and host of On Balance with Leland Vittert. Before joining NewsNation, he spe...

  Airdate: June 4, 2025 Julie Rose: Can being misunderstood your whole life prepare you to understand the world more deeply? Dawn Prince-Hughes: I would've found happiness on a different level. It's been a rough go. I love my mind, and I could have thrived, I could have contributed to the world in, in a much greater way, perhaps. Julie Rose: Hey, it's Julie. Welcome to Uncomfy, a show about sticking with moments that challenge us even when they're uncomfortable. And I know you're probably wondering, "Why would anyone choose to be uncomfortable?" But I know from personal experience, and you probably do too, that sometimes a little discomfort has benefits if we can stay open and curious about it. And that is what we are here to explore, so let's get Uncomfy. In the United States, around 1 in 30 kids are identified with autism. For adults, it's about 1 in 45. Awareness about autism has come a long way, thanks to better public health outreach,...