Podcast Episodes

Stop Being Bland. Start Being Memorable.

Want to be more persuasive, inspiring, or just less forgettable? Today's episode has the tools to help you stand out.

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Sure, You're Smart — But What Kind of Smart?

Today, Travis Bradberry, author of The New Emotional Intelligence, argues that understanding and managing your emotions — and the emotions of others …

1 year ago

Let's Get Touchy-Feely

Think about the best relationships in your life, the ones where you can be completely yourself, speak honestly, and know the other person truly gets …

1 year ago

Where’d My Money Go?

In their new book, Inflation: A Guide for Users and Losers, Brown University economists Mark Blyth and Nicolò Fraccaroli explain who wins, who loses,…

1 year ago

Unlock Your Inner Athlete

In his new book, Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performance, journalist Henry Abbott explores how cutting-edge sports science is …

1 year ago

The Ultimate Brain Hack? Talking.

Turns out that speaking isn’t just a way of communicating important information and ideas. Psycholinguist Maryellen MacDonald says it's also good for…

1 year ago

Where Were You During the AI Revolution?

If you want your organization to succeed in the future, you need to take advantage of AI now. Lucky for you, Adam Brotman and Andy Sack have written …

1 year ago

The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life

How do we decide what we want? By imitating other people, says Luke Burgis. His new book is Wanting.

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No New Things

Want to save money, the planet, and your sanity? Sustainability expert Ashlee Piper says the answer is simple: stop buying things.

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How Noise Took Over the World — and How We Can Take It Back

Chris Berdik reports on how our increasingly noisy world affects our health, well-being, and the planet. His new book is Clamor.
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