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How to deal with jerks in the workplace (with Christine Porath)
Have you ever had a rude co-worker or boss — or have you ever been told that the “jerk” is you? Today’s guest, Christine Porath, researches incivilit…
4 years, 9 months ago
How to become a better ally (with Nita Mosby Tyler)
What do we mean when we call ourselves “allies”? For Dr. Nita Mosby Tyler, being an ally means being a person that uses their own resources and privi…
4 years, 9 months ago
How to create a more just future with your community (with Raj Jayadev)
How would you describe your community? And what if the stories you tell have the power to save someone from injustice? With the popularity and suppor…
4 years, 9 months ago
How to forget about finding “The One”— and build a lasting relationship (with Dr. George Blair West)
If you choose to be in a relationship —long or short term— how do you go about picking the right person to spend your time with? And once you are in …
4 years, 9 months ago
How to make language fun— and create a more inclusive world (with Juli Delgado Lopera)
Do you remember the first time you used “Google” as a verb? Or a time before there were “selfies”? Language is constantly evolving, and as a result p…
4 years, 9 months ago
How learning about indigenous foods can open up your worldview (with Sean Sherman)
What’s your favorite dish — and what culture originated that recipe? Whether you’re thinking about grilled cheese, burritos, curry, pho… (we would go…
4 years, 10 months ago
BODY STUFF: Why are we so awkward about poop?
When most people think about poop, they think about shame and embarrassment. It’s something they don’t want to talk about and that prevents us from l…
4 years, 10 months ago
How to tap into the transformative power of reading (with Michelle Kuo)
When was the last time you got lost in a book? If it’s been a minute, today’s guest might recommend you visit a local library or bookstore ASAP. Mich…
4 years, 10 months ago
How zombies, dragons, and superheroes could make you a better person (with Christopher Robichaud)
Roleplaying games and the Marvel universe may be fictional, but they can also teach us a lot about morality in the real world. Christopher Robichaud …
4 years, 10 months ago
How to handle the ups and downs of social media (with Aparna Nancherla)
After scrolling through your social media feeds, how do you feel? Empowered and connected -- anxious, or exhausted? When stand up, actor, and writer …
4 years, 11 months ago