The Tyranny of Hope
The episode "The Tyranny of Hope" explores how the modern concept of happiness has shifted from a medieval notion of luck to a compulsory, market‑driven performance. It argues that a multi‑billion‑dollar industry of algorithms, advertisers, and self‑help gurus coerces individuals into perpetual positivity, turning authentic well‑being into a compliance test. Listeners are urged to recognize this rigged system and consider opting out as an act of rebellion against the cultural mandate to always be happy.
1298 - The Hidden Scripts Sabotaging Your Trading (Before You Even Start)
In this episode, host Akil Stokes explores how subconscious "cognitive scripts"—mental shortcuts formed by early experiences—can sabotage traders before they even start. He outlines two key scripts: the "sequel script," where past beliefs about money (e.g., that money is evil...
400 Trillion to One: Why Your Perspective Is Stalling Your Progress
In this episode of the Gary Vee Audio Experience, Gary Vaynerchuk and Dr. Mark Hyman discuss how our personal perspectives and the broken food system are stalling progress on health, the economy, and the climate. They argue that food is...
Food As Medicine: From Trend to Treatment W/ Spencer Pratt, Chief Growth Officer, NourishedRx
In this episode of CareTalk, John Driscoll speaks with Spencer Pratt, Chief Growth Officer of NourishedRx, about the company’s digital health platform that uses clinically‑guided food delivery, tele‑nutrition counseling, and digital coaching to treat diet‑related chronic diseases. Pratt explains how...
Broadcasting Pedal to the Metal: How John Fredericks Turned His Studio Van Into a Test Lab for Vitality
In this episode, host John Fredericks and Dr. Peter McCullough discuss the growing market for anti‑inflammatory drugs and introduce the Wellness Company’s peptide‑based “Regenerate” drops, which aim to repair musculoskeletal tissue rather than merely mask pain. They also cover natural testosterone‑boosting...
Faye McLeod on Luxury World-Building, One Window at a Time
In this episode, Imran Ahmed talks with former Louis Vuitton visual image director Faye McLeod about her 16‑year career designing store windows, facades, and runway sets that turn public streets into democratic stages. McLeod shares how a childhood accident taught...
Are Movies Actually Getting Longer? We Found Out.
In this episode of The Town, hosts Matt Bellany and Craig explore whether movies are actually getting longer, referencing research by Stephen Follows that shows the overall average runtime has stayed around 102 minutes, but wide-release films (those grossing over...
Michael Kors' Store Makeover: Jet Set for a New Era - Where We Buy #377
In this episode of Where We Buy, host James Cook chats with Kevin Vong, SVP of Global Store and Workplace Experience at Capri Holdings, about Michael Kors' evolving "jet set" store concept, highlighted by a new Rockefeller Center location featuring...
Proud 'Mary' Eats 'Forbidden Fruits'
In this episode of the Box Office Podcast, host Scott Mendelson and his panel of younger film analysts dissect recent box‑office results, from the sci‑fi hit Project Hail Mary to the modest‑budget indie Forbidden Fruits. The conversation weaves through deep...
Isaac Julien
In this episode of TalkArt, host Robert Diamant interviews interdisciplinary artist Isaac Julien and collaborator Mark Nash about Julien’s latest multi‑screen installation, All That Changes / Metamorphosis, shown at Victoria Miro in London. The work, commissioned for the 500th anniversary...
How Raphael Made—And Unmade—The Renaissance
The episode explores the Metropolitan Museum’s blockbuster exhibition “Raphael’s Sublime Poetrie,” guiding listeners through its 237 works—from early drawings and Perugino influences to his mature Roman frescoes and tapestries. Host Kate Brown and critic Ben Davis discuss Raphael’s rapid rise,...
#852 I Wasted $40K on an AI Agency. Here's What I Built Instead
In this episode, host Dan interviews Aaron Anderson, founder of the link‑building agency LinkPitch.io, about his journey from hiring a $30K AI agency to building his own AI‑driven automation tools. After a disappointing agency experience, Aaron used Claude Code (via...
Between Us: Nedra Glover Tawwab + Esther Perel Live on Substack
In this episode, therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab and relationship expert Esther Perel explore the paradox of dependency in relationships, arguing that healthy dependence is essential while unhealthy codependence harms connection. They discuss how modern, individualistic cultures—especially the United States—encourage hyper‑independence,...
The Corner Man: Be One. Find One.
In this episode of Front Row Dads, host Jon Vroman sits with Scott Seymour—a former actor, nurse, conscious‑partnership coach, and "corner man" for the community—to explore how men can intentionally build deep friendships. Scott shares his philosophy that every person...
Women of the New Frontier: Capital, Ownership & The Founder’s Journey W/Allison Ellsworth, Rachel Roy & Theresa Fette
In this episode, founders Allison Ellsworth (Poppy Soda), designer Rachel Roy, and fintech entrepreneur Theresa Fette discuss their journeys from humble beginnings to multi‑billion‑dollar exits, emphasizing the importance of owning control, embracing embarrassment, and making bold, sometimes "stupid" decisions. They...
Enormocast 321: Katie McKinstry Stylos – Reaching Further
In this episode, host Chris Galoos interviews Katie McKinstry‑Stylos, a pioneering figure in sport dry‑tooling—a discipline that uses ice‑climbing tools on rock without ice. Katie shares how she transitioned from a competitive three‑day eventing horse rider to a climber, describing...
'Pizza Movie' Directors Brian McElhaney & Nick Kocher (BriTANicK)
In this episode of IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit, Jim Hemphill chats with comedy duo Brian McElhaney and Nick Kocher about their feature directorial debut, Hulu's Pizza Movie. The filmmakers trace the concept’s 20‑year evolution from a college‑room sketch to a full‑blown, Lord‑of‑the‑Rings‑style...
Kevin Fedarko on A WALK IN THE PARK
In this episode of Poured Over, journalist Kevin Fedarko discusses his memoir A Walk in the Park, which recounts his 2015–2016 attempt to traverse the Grand Canyon on foot—a project originally intended as a National Geographic article for the National...
How to Think Faster and Talk Smarter, with Matt Abrahams
In this episode of Masters of Scale, communication expert Matt Abrahams—Stanford Business School professor and host of the Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast—shares science‑backed strategies for speaking confidently and persuasively. He explains why public‑speaking anxiety is a universal, evolution‑rooted response...
REPLAY: Lorrie Moore on Writing, the Afterlife, and Ghost Stories
In this replay episode, Brad Listie revisits his 2023 interview with acclaimed author Lorrie Moore, discussing her novel *I Am Homeless If This Is Not My Home*. Moore delves into the book’s blend of grief, afterlife speculation, and ghost‑story elements,...
Why Hollywood Needs Books More Than Ever
In this episode of The Town, UTA media‑rights partner Jason Richman explains why Hollywood is turning to books like never before, noting that studios now see popular titles as the safest path to theatrical audiences amid a post‑superhero landscape. He...
Bruce Springsteen Live in Minnesota 3/31/26 OK Google when Was Bruce Springsteen
The episode captures Bruce Springsteen’s live performance in Minnesota, framed as a rallying call for American ideals amid political turmoil. Springsteen opens with a prayer for troops overseas and a critique of the current administration, urging listeners to choose hope,...
When You’re Worn Down—And Your Team Is Too
In this episode, workplace strategist Daisy Auger‑Dominguez explores how managers can reclaim joy amid the grind of modern leadership, especially for middle managers feeling the pressure from both senior leadership and their teams. She defines joy as deep, sustainable satisfaction...
Macaroni Art in the Age of Filtration by Ryan Cole (Audio)
In this speculative‑fiction audio story, Ryan Cole’s "Macaroni Art in the Age of Filtration" follows Verity, a scavenger in a polluted underground colony, as she navigates crumbling tunnels to find a functional lung that could free her brother Axel from...
Christopher Kimball Live with Anne Byrn
In this Substack Live conversation, Christopher Kimball chats with author Anne Byrn about her book *Baking in the American South*, exploring the cultural stories behind Southern recipes and the importance of community cookbooks. They reminisce about traditional food journalism, the...
Episode 118: Rabbi David Wolpe
In this episode, host Jim Baer talks with Rabbi David Wolpe, a leading American rabbi and former Harvard Kennedy School fellow, about the role of religion in modern life. Wolpe argues that religion is a diverse, action‑oriented force that builds...
Field Trip – Projectors
The episode dives into Field Trip’s new release “Projectors,” highlighting its retro‑futuristic vibe that blends 80’s drum‑machine beats with modern production. Host describes the band’s frontman as a charismatic, almost mythic figure whose performance feels destined and uplifting. Listeners are...
How Drug Discovery Is Tackling Global Health Challenges
In this DDW podcast episode, host Bruno Quinney discusses two recent DDW articles: one on the urgent need to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with insights from Professor Janet Hemingway, and another on the rapid expansion of mRNA therapeutics. Hemingway highlights...
JOHN HILLCOAT - Director
In this episode of the Team Deacons Podcast, director John Hillcoat shares his unconventional path from a childhood steeped in 1960s media turbulence to a career spanning animation, music videos, and feature films like *The Proposition* and *The Road*. He...
Jenny Lawson on HOW TO BE OKAY WHEN NOTHING IS OKAY
In this episode of Poured Over, host Jenna Seary chats with humorist and mental‑health advocate Jenny Lawson about her new book *How to Be Okay When Nothing Is Okay*. Lawson explains that the book grew out of her own post‑college‑kid‑leaving...
Pencils Down
In this Rework episode, co‑founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson discuss the final "pencils down" phase of Basecamp 5 development, meaning no new features will be added and the team will focus on polishing and stability. They explain the upcoming...
210. Jens Levin, Founder & CEO of Sitoo - No Overnight Success: 22 Years of Focus, Teamwork, and Playing the...
In this episode, Jens Levin, founder and CEO of Cito, shares the 22‑year journey of building a SaaS platform that powers the in‑store experience for non‑food retailers across Europe and beyond. After a decade of experimentation, Cito pivoted in 2015...
How to Build Your Emotional Intelligence - Pippa Topp (CPO, Giffgaff)
In this episode, Chief Product Officer Pippa Topp of giffgaff explains emotional intelligence (EI) as the ability to recognize and regulate one’s own feelings and understand others’ responses, especially within product teams. She highlights common EI pitfalls like defensiveness in...
Rory Sutherland & Rawdon Glover - How Jaguar Pulled Off a Design & Engineering Miracle
In this episode of Uncensored CMO, host Rawdon Glover and behavioral‑science guru Rory Sutherland sit down at Jaguar’s headquarters to unpack the new electric Jaguar – a low‑slung, 1,000‑horsepower sedan that blends supercar performance with the ride comfort of a...
Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin
In this introductory episode, Dr. Andy Galpin, a kinesiology professor and veteran performance coach for elite athletes, outlines the mission of his new show: translating cutting‑edge, peer‑reviewed research on maximal human performance into practical, actionable advice for everyday listeners. He...
Foos Files: A Foo Fighters Podcast
In this 95‑minute episode of "Foo's Files," host Dan Harrison chats with a longtime Foo Fighters fan who worked at the band's Close Quarters studio alongside Dave Grohl. They discuss the band's unique fan‑first culture, how that interaction shapes a...
The War on Peptides — Why Retatrutide Is at the Center
In this episode of Business Game Changers, host Sarah Westall and Dr. Diane Kayser discuss the rapidly evolving peptide market, focusing on the upcoming weight‑loss peptide retatrutide (also called Reditrutide). They explain how big‑pharma is moving to control peptide supplements,...
A Delicate Dive Into Conflict, Intimacy, and Repair
In this episode, the host explores how attachment fears operate like massive, invisible blue whales beneath the surface of relationships, using a vivid Hawaiian ocean metaphor drawn from a personal kayaking argument with her ex-husband. She illustrates how everyday conflicts—like...
Lost Signals: New Study Shows How VAERS Buries Vaccine Harm
In this episode, senior fellow Jessica Rose discusses her forthcoming paper on the shortcomings of the U.S. Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and proposes a modernization framework. She highlights structural issues such as poor data quality, under‑reporting, lack of...
Public Art, Rebooted: Carmen Zella on the Rise of Digital Urbanism
In this episode, host Sourdough talks with Carmen Zella, founder of NowArt and co‑founder of the Next Art Foundation, about her mission to democratize public art through digital, immersive installations like Luminex and Attune. Zella explains how her agency blends...
Make These When You Want Easter to Feel a Little More Magical 🥚
This episode walks listeners through a quirky, budget-friendly Easter egg dyeing technique that uses grandma’s pantyhose, leaves, and onion skins to create natural, pastel-colored eggs. The host explains step‑by‑step how to prepare the dye bath, wrap the eggs, and achieve...
Kim Fisher on Why Food as Medicine Is at a Tipping Point — And What It Will Take to Get...
In this episode, Unity Stokes talks with Kim Fisher, Chief Impact Officer of Startup Health’s Food is Medicine Moonshot and Program Director of UC Davis’s Innovation Institute for Food and Health, about the rapid emergence of the food‑as‑medicine movement. Fisher...
An Important Difference Between Anxiety vs OCD Reassurance
In this episode, child therapist Natasha Daniels explains the crucial distinction between anxiety‑based reassurance and OCD‑based reassurance, showing how each serves different functions and can reinforce distinct patterns in children. She outlines why anxiety reassurance often creates dependency and undermines...
Maro of the Minds: Kenzie Butera Davis with Jenny Fielding
In this episode, founder Kenzie Butera Davis discusses Morrow, a platform that provides early‑intervention mental‑health screening and risk detection for K‑12 students. She traces her journey from nonprofit work and accelerator experience to launching Morrow, highlighting a pivotal win at...
Celestine Manno – Change These Ways
The episode spotlights indie rock artist Celestine Manno and her new track “Change These Ways,” highlighting its compelling blend of articulate lyrics, nuanced instrumentation, and confident swagger. The host praises the song as a full‑package listening experience that can lift...
Episode 447: Anthony Sabo Talks About Maintenance and Operations, Figuring Out the Nuts and Bolts, and Dad-Based Leadership
In Episode 447, VP Anthony Sabo of the Columbus Zoo shares his journey from teenage game attendant to maintenance manager, operations leader, and now senior executive, emphasizing the value of cross‑functional experience in rides and maintenance. He explains how his...
Warm Homes Plan: Can Housing Retrofit Meet Future Demands?
The episode breaks down the UK Government’s Warm Homes Plan—a £15 billion initiative to retrofit up to five million homes, provide zero‑interest loans for solar and heat‑pump installations, and tighten landlord duties to lift half a million families out of fuel...
Mastery of the Psychology of Change & Transformation
In this episode of the Raw Selection Private Equity Podcast, former CEO Meg Pogue discusses how the psychology of change and transformation impacts private‑equity‑driven acquisitions. She explains that most employees react to change with fear because it threatens their need...
Rebuilding a $100M Hospitality Brand: Pinky Cole, Slutty Vegan CEO, on Failure and Franchising
In this episode, Pinky Cole, founder and CEO of the $100 million Slutty Vegan brand, recounts her journey from a two‑bedroom Atlanta apartment to a national vegan empire, detailing how she leveraged bold branding, TV‑style storytelling, and social media to attract...
Yann Martel on SON OF NOBODY
In this episode of Poured Over, Barnes & Noble bookseller Brenda Allison interviews bestselling author Yann Martel about his new novel Son of Nobody. Martel explains the book’s dual structure—epic verses recounting a newly imagined Trojan War tale of a...