Super You

Emily Gordon's narration sounds like a charming combination of a one-woman stage show and the kind of chatty talk you hear at a Starbucks. With energetic pacing and informal language, the former therapist zeroes in on the various self-identifications that shape the way people operate in the world and face their challenges. She draws on the identities of familiar superheroes (Superman, Wonder Woman, etc.) to show how we can define ourselves with more clarity and strength. Though it's Gordon's energy and resilience that fuel her connection with her audience, the production is also packed with valuable tools and practical ideas that will help listeners deal with life's ordinary challenges and personal adversities. T.W. © AudioFile 2016, Portland, Maine