Podcast Episodes

The Science of Human Possibilities

Kumar Murty illuminates the interconnectedness of mental acuity and spiritual enlightenment.

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How Corporations Get Rich off America’s Poor

The federal government spends around $900 billion a year on programs that are supposed to help poor Americans. Why does so much of that money end up …

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The Horse: A Galloping History of Humanity

Horses revolutionized the way we hunted, traded, traveled, farmed, fought, worshipped, and interacted. They determined international borders, molded …

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Answers to the Big Questions of Midlife

Debra Whitman, a globally recognized expert on aging, presents practical steps you can follow to make sure the second half of your life is as rich, r…

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Sell Like A Spy

Jeremy Hurewitz on the tradecraft that can make you better at persuasion.

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Stories From the Best of Humanity

Let's end the week on a positive note. Gabriel Reilich and Lucia Knell share a few much-needed life-affirming stories handpicked from Upworthy’s comm…

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Why Public Schools Are Worth Fighting For

Public schools are the most democratic institutions this country has ever created. So why are they under threat? And can they be saved? Journalist Je…

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Create Extraordinary Places that Bring People Together

Museums, restaurants, grocery stores, and universities — in the era of AI and the metaverse, these real places will matter more than ever. Kevin Ervi…

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How to Pay Attention in a Distracted World

Christian Madsbjerg explores how we can reclaim the lost art of paying attention.

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How to Unleash Curiosity, Improvisation and Intuition at Work

Creativity isn't just for artists. You can — and should — embrace creativity no matter your line of work. Today, Natalie Nixon offers tips for how to…

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