Finding the Joy

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Self-described "joy artist" Kameron Messmer shares his sources of humor and joy.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Shelley McLendon, owner of Portland's Siren Theater, shares her sources of humor and joy.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Portland author and podcast host Aubrey Gordon gives us her picks.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Portland performer Creme Brulee joins us.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Portland comedian Dahlia Belle shares his highlights.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Former Portland comedian Mona Jones weighs in.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Portland comedian Julia Corral shares her sources of joy and inspiration.

In these confusing and stressful times, we need to remember the things that bring us joy. But that can be hard, and we sometimes need help. We’re reaching out to various creative people to find out what they find joyous, funny and inspiring these days. Portland comedian Jaren George gives us his picks.