Fresh Ideas, Real Stories, and a Lot of Laughs

November 5, 2026

Rats Stop Laughing When They Feel Anxious

That's from Professor Sophie Scott of University College London, who goes on to say, "Humans do the same thing. It's a sign if people are laughing that they're not in that anxious state. It's a marker that the group is in a good place."

October 29, 2026

Couples Who Laugh Together Stay Together!

Couples who know how to find laughter together do have greater resilience - and a better time.

October 22, 2026

Fran Drescher, Brain Health, and the Case for Hope

Ms. Drescher was hosting a Master Class Brain Health Summit dedicated to the prevention and, in some cases, potential reversal of cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

October 15, 2026

Art for Alzheimer's and The Rest of Us

What I didn’t know until recently were the studies cited in the New York Times showing that engaging with art can “relieve anxiety and improve mood, self-esteem and focus.” I’m putting humor and dance in the art bucket, too.

October 8, 2026

Laughing Through the Hard Stuff

The kind of laughter I’m always seeking comes more from comedy tools than comic props. It’s the kind born of authenticity, knowing your audience and staying completely in the moment. If you’re interested in a laughter cheatsheet, here are my most recent top three.

October 1, 2026

How Laughter Propels Us Forward

“If you can make someone laugh…you’re ahead.” Cynthia Chico, Denver Public Schools

September 24, 2026

Let's Talk About Self-Deprecation

Here’s the big rule: never make jokes about the thing you’re hired to do.

September 17, 2026

What Does Dementia Feel Like?

September 10, 2026

Successful People Ask for Help!

September 3, 2026

Celebrating People Doing the Hard Work!

Consider the impact shared laughter can have when you’re not worried about dying. When you just want people to get along better, trust each other and look forward to collaborating?

August 27, 2026

The Genius Behind Dolly Parton's Humor

She had a unique way of telling the truth with her music and lyrics that made people able to hear her message with unique gentleness. Not preachy, not self-righteous, just full of compassion. And humor.

August 20, 2026

Harvard Study Concludes: To Flourish You Need to Laugh

None of this comes as a surprise to me, or to any Laughter On Call enthusiasts. Our mission from our first workshops with those facing Alzheimer's, to the addition of our higher learning and corporate clients, has always been to get people laughing together.