Fresh Air Mitch Albom Is A 'Walking Example Of A Second Chance'
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Oct 13, 2025 
Mitch Albom, bestselling author and columnist, discusses his new novel *Twice*, exploring the idea of reliving moments and the costs of second chances. He reflects on the lasting influence of his late professor, Morrie Schwartz, and shares insights about love and mortality. Mitch emphasizes that second chances don't guarantee personal growth and elaborates on his own career pivots. He also highlights his humanitarian work in Haiti and the emotional depth found in sports writing, revealing how these experiences shape his storytelling.
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Albom's Life As A Second Act
- Albom calls himself a "walking example of a second chance" after a life pivot.
- He used his own second act as inspiration for Twice's themes.
Meeting Morrie Changed Everything
- Seeing his former professor Morrie on TV dying from ALS jolted Albom back into contact and changed his life.
- That reconnection became the pivot that led to Tuesdays With Morrie and a new career path.
Stop And Listen To Grieving Readers
- When readers approach you with grief, stop and listen rather than offering quick answers.
- Albom learned to be a listener after people used his book as a script for end-of-life conversations.
