Podcast Episodes

Making Sense of Money, Jobs, and the Economy with Kyla Scanlon

The economy can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be. As markets shift, housing costs rise, and labor shortages disrupt industries, economist Kyla Scanlon be…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

The Truth About Vulnerability and Leadership from Brené Brown

Brené Brown has spent more than two decades studying courage, vulnerability, and leadership. Her work has changed how we talk about shame and belonging—and helped millions of people lead with more hu…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mark Cuban on How to Spot Opportunities Before Anyone Else

When rejection strikes, smart bets win. Mark Cuban knows that the biggest opportunities don’t come from luck, they come from bold, calculated moves.

In this episode of Hello Monday, Jessi Hempel sits…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

The Likeability Trap and How to Escape It

Why does success make men more likable, but women less so? Researchers call it the success–likeability paradox, and it’s one of the biggest challenges women face as they rise in their careers.

In thi…

Published on 3 months ago

An FBI Agent's Playbook for Everyday Negotiation

Most of us think of negotiation as something reserved for high-stakes boardrooms—or even hostage situations. But Christopher Voss, former FBI lead hostage negotiator and bestselling author of Never S…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

The Old Productivity Playbook Is Broken. Here’s What to Do Instead.

Burnout. Ubiquitous technology. New rules for remote work. These forces are reshaping our jobs—and in many cases, breaking them. The old model of productivity, born during the Industrial Revolution, …

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Break Free from Financial Anxiety with Mellody Hobson

Most of us grow up with unspoken lessons about money—lessons that can stick with us for life. But what if those beliefs are holding us back?

In this week’s episode from the Hello Monday archives, Jes…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

How to Lead Through Chaos Without Burning Out

Change is no longer something that happens occasionally—it’s constant. And navigating it effectively requires the right mindset. In this episode of Hello Monday, Jessi Hempel sits down with FutureThi…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mickey Drexler on Taste, Intuition, and Building Iconic Brands

Taste might be the most valuable skill in business today. But what is it, exactly? And how do you know if you have it? In this episode, Jessi Hempel sits down with legendary retail executive Mickey D…

Published on 4 months ago

Why People Don’t Hear You — And How to Fix It

We’ve all had conversations that go sideways. Not because we said the wrong thing, but because we weren’t speaking the same language. In this week’s episode of Hello Monday, Jessi Hempel sits down wi…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago