Lead Better - On Becoming a Leader Everyone Roots For
In this episode of Lead Better, Scott Baker and Mikey discuss the field note "On Becoming a Leader Everyone Roots For," which distills the core of admired leadership into a simple behavior: leaders must consistently go first—taking on tasks before asking others to do them. They explain how this "going first" taps into human reciprocity, builds genuine fan‑ness, and differentiates admired leaders from those who are merely results‑driven or popular. The conversation highlights historical examples, such as Lewis and Clark, and warns against using the behavior as a status‑driven gimmick or micromanagement tool. Ultimately, the hosts argue that authentic, fan‑like leadership creates lasting followership and elevates both the leader’s and the organization’s reputation.
Story: Alex (Suicidal OCD, Existential OCD, Health Anxiety, I-CBT) (#531)
In this episode, host Stuart Ralph speaks with Alex, who shares his lived experience of severe OCD manifesting as suicidal, existential, health‑anxiety, and pedophilic intrusive thoughts. Alex explains how inference‑based CBT (I‑CBT) and medication, combined with support from his wife...
Optimism In Our Age of Anxiety
In this episode, host Jon Favreau talks with Dr. Deepika Chopra, a clinical health psychologist dubbed the "Optimism Doctor," about the nation’s record low future outlook and how chronic uncertainty fuels threat responses in the brain. Dr. Chopra explains that...
2 Ingredient CLEAN OREO
The episode critiques conventional Oreos for containing high‑fructose corn syrup and soy lecithin, both linked to blood‑sugar spikes and metabolic issues, and offers a two‑ingredient clean Oreo alternative using Simple Mills chocolate brownie mix and an organic marshmallow cream made...
10 Silent Killers of Youth: What's Aging You Without You Knowing
The episode outlines the top ten hidden factors that speed up aging, ranging from smoking and UV exposure to sugar, chronic stress, poor sleep, chronic inflammation, sedentary behavior, excessive alcohol, ultra‑processed foods, and social isolation. Each factor is explained in...
Eye on Travel — Terranea Resort — March 28, 2026
In this brief episode, veteran travel journalist Peter Greenberg reports from the Terranea Resort in California, reflecting on its history as the former Marineland site and segueing into a deep dive on recent aviation safety crises, notably the LaGuardia runway...
Atomic Show #340 – Zion Lights, Author of “Energy Is Life”
In this episode, host Rod Adams talks with Zion Lights, author of *Energy is Life* and former Extinction Rebellion spokesperson, about her dramatic shift from anti‑nuclear activism to championing nuclear power as a vital tool for decarbonisation. Lights recounts a...
Kristen Arnett on STOP ME IF YOU'VE HEARD THIS ONE
In this episode of Poured Over, author Kristen Arnett discusses her latest novel, *stop me if you've heard this one*, a comedic yet heartfelt love letter to Florida centered on a lesbian birthday‑party clown named Cherry. Arnett explains how the...
What Houses, Garbage, and Trucks Teach Us About Aging with Dr. Uri Alon
In this episode, Dr. Uri Alon explains his systems‑biology view of aging using a vivid village metaphor: houses (cells) generate garbage (damage) while a fixed fleet of trucks (the immune system) removes it, leading to overload and a robustness threshold...
Excerpt From 'Black Bag,' By Luke Kennard
In this episode of the Other People podcast, poet‑novelist Luke Kennard reads an excerpt from his new novel *Black Bag*, which follows a struggling actor who volunteers for a bizarre university psychology experiment that requires him to spend a semester...
Scott’s Greatest Legacy and Why Your 20s Are Overrated
In this episode, the host tackles the anxieties many face after college, emphasizing that early career struggles are normal and that young professionals actually have significant agency despite feeling stuck. He argues that the first job, while often menial, offers...
Four Years in a Row. Still Humbled. Still Grateful.
In this episode, host(s) welcome back Dr. Chris Harper, CEO of Better Man, who has been the platform’s highest‑rated speaker for four consecutive years. Dr. Harper shares biblical insights on a man’s identity in Christ, emphasizing the role of a...
The Importance of Presence
In this live conversation, J.B. Lloyd and his guest Summer discuss the concept of presence—the outward expression of inner composure, character, and temperament—using examples from film, military leadership, and everyday life. Summer announces her new publication, "The Art of a...
Those Who Left History by Wanxiang Fengnian (Audio)
The episode delves into Wang Xiong Feng Yen’s short story “Those Who Left History,” narrated by host Clarksworld Magazine. It explores the chilling concept of “exclusive residences” – sealed, self‑sustaining living units that permanently remove their occupants from reality –...
The Beauty of Unraveling
In this deeply personal episode, the host reflects on a painful betrayal and the intense self‑blame that followed, ultimately discovering that true forgiveness must begin with oneself. They share how they were able to fully forgive the betrayer without an...
How to Make Epic Music: The Most Successful Band No One Seems to Like (Audio)
In this episode Ian Temple dives into the paradoxical legacy of Phish, the jam‑band that has become one of the highest‑grossing live acts despite rarely charting hits and often being dismissed as a hippie punchline. He breaks down their musical...
A Demanding First Week for Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro
The episode focuses on Disney’s new CEO Josh D’Amaro, who in his first week faces three major setbacks: the cancellation of OpenAI’s Sora video app, which threatened Disney’s AI partnership, and troubles with Epic Games as Fortnite’s latest release underperforms,...
Book Ratings and Recommendations
In this episode of Data Skeptic, host Kyle and guest Hannes Rosenbusch explore whether some books are objectively better than others by analyzing the Goodreads dataset. They dissect rating variance, finding that differences between books are minimal while individual reader...
Can Purpose-Led Organisations Scale?
In this episode, Geoff Guy, Managing Director of Riverlution, discusses how his purpose‑driven environmental business balances mission and commercial viability while scaling up. He explains Riverlution’s evolution from a community arm of the River Stewardship Company to a standalone community...
Jordy Rosenberg : Night Night Fawn
In this episode, scholar and novelist Jordi Rosenberg discusses his new novel Night Night Fawn, a genre‑bending work that intertwines autofiction, queer theory, and historical critique while exploring trans identity, Jewish assimilation, and familial trauma. Rosenberg explains how the book...
Friday with Friends: Astrology of Liberation with Leah Tioxon
In this episode, host Leah Tioxon unpacks the astrological chart of guest Desiree, highlighting how her fire (Mars in Aries), water (seven placements in water signs), and Capricorn rising shape her drive, intuition, and leadership style. Key takeaways include the...
Artemisia Gentileschi | Judith Slaying Holofernes
In this episode of Who Arted?, host Kyle Wood explores the life and work of Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi, focusing on her groundbreaking career and the personal trauma that shaped her art. He outlines her early training, the assault by...
Betty & Veronica
In this episode, hosts explore the cultural impact of Archie Comics, focusing on the iconic duo Betty and Veronica and how their fashion and storylines shaped teenage identity. They interview Archie expert Jasmine Aguilera and scholars Joel Christian Gill and...
Is Your $3,000 Handbag Worth It? Tanner Leatherstein Has the Answer.
In this episode Imran Ahmed talks with Tanner Leatherstein, a leather‑tanning prodigy turned viral content creator, about his unconventional journey from a family tannery in Turkey to truck‑driving, consulting, and finally dissecting luxury handbags on social media. Tanner explains how...
Can D.C. Save Hollywood? Senator Adam Schiff on Bringing Production Home.
In this episode, Senator Adam Schiff discusses a proposed federal tax credit aimed at halting the exodus of film and TV production from Los Angeles. He explains that a 15% baseline credit, stacked on top of state incentives, would make...
Tracey Emin
In this episode, host Robert Diamant interviews world‑renowned artist Tracey Emin at the Carl Friedman Gallery in Margate about her curatorial project "Crossing Into Darkness," which showcases a mix of local, emerging, and internationally celebrated artists—including works by Anthony Gormley,...
Thrive Hour - Enrich Your Soul Once a Week
In this episode, the hosts explore fringe theories about an ancient, highly advanced civilization that allegedly existed in southern Patagonia and beneath the Antarctic ice, citing mysterious maps like the 1513 Piri‑Reis chart and references to Agartha. They discuss the...
Ten Minute Tips #75: The Art Of Autoregulation (Training To Vibes)
In this episode of the Empirical Cycling Podcast, host Coley Moore and coaches James and Gediminas explore "vibes training"—a form of auto‑regulation where athletes adjust workouts daily based on sleep, nutrition, mood, weather, and other real‑time factors. They contrast rigid,...
Whitney Biennial Trends, a New Baroque Art Star, and Banksy Unmasked
In this episode Ben Davis and co‑hosts discuss three major art news items: the 2026 Whitney Biennial’s untitled, wide‑ranging survey of American and diaspora artists; the emergence of Flemish Baroque painter Michalina Wotier as a new historical star; and a...
Agentic AI, Virtual Cell, LNP Vaccine Boosters, Engineered Organs, and Mergers
In this episode of Touching Base, the Gen editorial team discusses the latest advances in AI for life sciences, including NVIDIA’s GTC announcements on agentic AI, the deployment of 3,500 GPUs by Roche, and the emergence of open‑source autonomous agents...
259: Dr. Matt Bernstein, Metabolic Psychiatrist: Your Sleep & Mental Health Problems Might Start With Food
In this episode, host Molly Eastman talks with Dr. Matt Bernstein, a psychiatrist and CEO of Accord, about metabolic psychiatry and how diet—particularly ketogenic nutrition—affects mental health, anxiety, and sleep. Dr. Bernstein explains the science behind ketosis, its impact on...
Acting In vs Acting Out: The Hidden Mechanics of Shame
In this episode, host Carolyn Cowan explores the concept of shame through the lenses of "acting in"—internalized self‑criticism, anxiety, and bodily self‑attack—and "acting out," which manifests as external behaviors like shouting, substance use, or compulsive buying. She explains how the...
The Day of Oaths, The New Year, and the Return to Practice
In this episode the host reflects on the post‑COVID shift toward remote work and community‑based living, arguing that the push to return to office buildings is driven by capitalist profit rather than productivity. They share personal anecdotes about simplifying life...
Why “Brain Rot” Is an Ancient Spiritual Disease
The episode explores the ancient concept of the "Noonday Demon" described by 4th‑century monk Evagrius Ponticus, linking it to modern issues like chronic exhaustion, attention deficits, and doom‑scrolling. It argues that what we now label as "brain rot" was documented...
Scion by Thomas Ha (Audio)
In this episode of The Fourth Story, host Kate Baker narrates Thomas Ha’s speculative short story “Scion,” set in a constantly reconfiguring manor that mirrors the deteriorating mind of the protagonist’s father, the Leavenlord. The tale follows a young heir...
The Part of You That You Hate Is the Key to Everything You Want
In this episode of Front Row Dads, attorney‑turned‑executive Craig Perra shares his harrowing journey from high‑powered corporate life to rock bottom addiction, self‑harm, and a stint in an inpatient facility. He explains how he applied his risk‑management expertise to his...
Love-Based Activism: A Conversation with Tara Brach and Mohsen Mahdawi - Part II
In part two of her conversation with activist Mohsen Mahdawi, Tara Brach delves into the deep psychological roots of fear, hatred, and trauma that fuel systemic injustice, using the Israel‑Palestine conflict as a vivid illustration. Mahdawi explains how Buddhist ethics...
DDW Highlights: 26 March 2026
In this episode, Bruno Quinney highlights three breakthrough studies: Edinburgh researchers engineered E. coli to convert PET plastic waste into the Parkinson's drug L‑DOPA, offering a sustainable route to a vital medication; scientists identified the enzyme DHX8 as a key...
A Conversation With Diana Butler Bass
In this episode, award‑winning author and religious historian Diana Butler Bass recounts her journey from an evangelical college student to a professor who was fired in the early 1990s, a turning point that led her to mainstream mainline churches and...
Born to Live Longer? Inside the Genetics and Biology of Centenarians
In this episode, Dr. Paola Sebastiani explains how the genetics of extreme longevity are far more complex than a single "longevity gene," highlighting the growing list of genetic variants—such as APOE, chromosome 9 loci, and inflammation‑related regions on chromosome 6—that...
Amal El-Mohtar on SEASONS OF GLASS AND IRON
In this episode of Poured Over, Barnes & Noble bookseller Isabel McConville chats with author Amal El‑Mohtar about her upcoming short‑story collection Seasons of Glass and Iron. Amal shares the chaotic lead‑up to the March 24 release—including a D&D podcast...
What Happens when a Restaurant Wins a Michelin Star? W/ Joké Bakare
In this episode of the Vittles podcast, host Adam Cochlan talks with Joké Bakare, the pioneering chef behind Chishuru, about her historic achievement as the UK's first Black female chef to earn a Michelin star. They explore how the Michelin...
A Few Good Afromen
In this episode of Brad and Mira for the Culture, the hosts dive into pop‑culture gossip, covering the Baldwin family (especially Hilaria Baldwin), Romy Mars’s famous‑parent lineage, the high‑profile Afrofuturist defamation lawsuit, and the surprising world of professional cornhole. Their banter...
462-Plant This, Not That: Native Swaps for Popular Plants and Trees
In this episode, host Joe Gardner talks with Elise Howard, author of *Plant This, Not That*, a guide offering over 200 native plant alternatives to invasive garden staples. Howard shares how her background in gardening, publishing, and journalism informed the...
If Nothing Seems to Be Going Your Way, Listen to This
In this episode, Mel Robbins talks with Dr. Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist and author of *The Other Side of Change*, about how to navigate and even thrive during major life disruptions. Drawing on Maya’s research and personal story of...
Addicted to the Drama Until Her Body Sent an Invoice
In this candid episode of Afterthought, host Holly chats with Australian actress Charlotte Chimes about her tumultuous dating history, from early loves and long‑term relationships to the chaotic era of casual hookups and the eventual shift toward more intentional connections....
REPLAY: Notes on Notes on Being a Man
In this episode, the host examines the alarming rise in mental health crises and suicide among young men in the United States, sparked by the tragic story of Alex Kearns, a college student who died after a mistaken Robinhood loss...
What European Luxury Can Learn From American Fashion
In this episode of The Debrief, senior editor Diana Pearl explains why European luxury houses are in a slump while American brands like Coach, Ralph Lauren, and Tory Burch are thriving. She argues that U.S. brands succeeded by refocusing on...
339. Summary: Nutrients That Help Fight Chronic Fatigue - Life Extension
The Live Foreverish episode hosted by Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal tackles chronic fatigue syndrome, highlighting how nutrient‑based strategies can alleviate persistent exhaustion. They discuss established supplements such as CoQ10, B‑complex vitamins, and vitamin C, explaining their roles in cellular...
1961: The Psychology of Never Enough. Why High-Achievers Still Feel Empty and How to Fix It
In this episode of So Money, host Farnoosh Torabi talks with former Google executive and researcher Brooke Taylor about the "success wound"—the feeling that achievement never feels sufficient. Taylor explains how early messages tying self‑worth to performance create a cycle...