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 for stability and social connection, while executives often assume everyone shares their high‑D, growth‑focused mindset. Pogue offers practical tactics—authentic vulnerability, trust‑building, empowerment, and concise two‑way communication—to create psychological safety and keep momentum during integrations. Her expertise as a CEO‑turned‑consultant gives her a frontline perspective on avoiding the common pitfalls of under‑communicating and misreading team dynamics.
What Great Leaders Do Differently Under Extreme Pressure
In this episode, executive coach and biologist Anouk Braque explains that AI-driven transformation is less a technology upgrade and more a biological stress test for leaders. She describes how constant uncertainty hijacks the nervous system, shutting down the prefrontal cortex...
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...
ReThinking: David Beckham on Thriving Under Pressure and Learning From Mistakes
In this episode, Adam Grant talks with soccer legend David Beckham about thriving under pressure, learning from mistakes, and the unifying power of sport. Beckham shares how early experiences—like his 1998 World Cup red‑card incident—shaped his emotional regulation, work ethic,...
776: Forge Connections That Help You Thrive, with Neri Karra Sillaman
In this episode, host Dave Stachowiak talks with refugee‑turned‑entrepreneur, academic, and author Neri Karra Sillaman about how intentional, authentic connections drive personal and business longevity. Drawing on a 1930s bird‑behavior story and her research on immigrant entrepreneurs, Neri outlines three...
How To Dream
In this debut episode of "How to Dream," therapist and author Dee Dee Cummings frames dreaming as essential rather than optional, urging listeners to move beyond mere survival toward a life that feels authentically theirs. She outlines how hope can...
A Zen Mind Guided Meditations
In this 3‑minute episode of A Zen Mind, host Jo guides listeners through a short, calming meditation designed to foster inner peace and mindfulness. Jo emphasizes the importance of carving out personal time for reflection amid a busy life and...
From Skeptic to True Believer: How OpenClaw Changed My Life | Claire Vo
Claire Vo, former product executive and AI startup founder, now runs her business, podcast, and family life with nine OpenClaw agents deployed across Mac Minis and old laptops. After an initial mishap that deleted her family calendar, she became a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
Why Procrastination Persists Even When You Care Deeply (with Jon Acuff)
In this episode, host John interviews author Jon Acuff about his new book *Procrastination Proof*, exploring why procrastination persists even for people who care deeply about their goals. Acuff outlines five common triggers—time scarcity, overwhelming tasks, fear, misleading past experiences,...
Why Your Brain Obsesses Over The Choices You Didn't Make?
In this episode, host explores why our brains obsess over unchosen alternatives, tracing the concept back to the Latin root of "decision" meaning to cut off or kill. Drawing on cognitive psychology and neuroscience, the discussion explains how the brain...
$900M in Revenue: What It Took to Scale
In this episode, Tim, founder and CEO of Eggs Unlimited, shares how his egg‑trading company grew to $900 million in annual revenue by staying laser‑focused on a single product line and building a culture of A‑players. A pivotal moment came when...
How to Build a Saleable, Scalable, and Easy-to-Run Business with Sarah Victory
In this episode of Shocking Profit, host Tim Van Meegum talks with Sarah Victory, founder and CEO of The Victory Company, about how to build a saleable, scalable, and easy‑to‑run business. Sarah shares her bold "do something brave every day"...
Why You're Still Using Social Media (Even If You Want to Stop) with Dr. Cass Sunstein
In this episode, behavioral scientist Cass Sunstein discusses his new concept of the "product trap"—a situation where people continue using products like social media because not using them incurs social costs, even though the products reduce their well‑being. He explains...
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Why You Need a Personal Board of Directors [Uncensored Renegades]
In this episode of Uncensored Renegades, the hosts discuss the concept of a personal board of directors—a curated advisory group that helps you navigate pivotal career moments. They explain how to differentiate between community, network, and a personal board, emphasizing...
Why Self-Discipline Is A Lie? (And What Actually Works)
The episode challenges the myth of willpower, arguing that the prefrontal cortex’s rational control is a fragile overlay on a powerful, dopamine‑driven engine. It frames human behavior as a game between conscious intention (Player 1) and neurochemical cravings (Player 2), where the...
Belief, Potential And Breakthroughs With Nir Eyal – TWMJ #1028
In this episode, Mitch Joel talks with behavioral design expert Nir Eyal about the nature of belief and its role in shaping behavior. Eyal introduces his "motivation triangle"—behavior, benefit, and belief—and argues that beliefs are flexible tools rather than immutable...
What Leaders Get Wrong About Helping Their Struggling People
In this episode of Transform Your Workplace, host Brandon Laws and Zennium HR VP Lacey Partipillo explore how leaders can effectively support employees who are struggling. They emphasize the importance of regular, open‑ended conversations to uncover whether challenges stem from...
#699: Nir Eyal: The Four Questions That Can Change Any Belief
In this episode, Nir Eyal challenges common notions of motivation, arguing that it’s driven by the desire to escape discomfort rather than the pursuit of rewards. He explains why visualizing only desired outcomes can backfire, introducing the concept of mental...
INNER SUN Equinox Meditation
In this Spring Equinox Inner Sun meditation, the host guides listeners through a 20‑25 minute visualization that aligns personal intentions with the heightened planetary energy of March 20, 2026, including Mercury going direct. The practice emphasizes vivification—infusing visions, resolutions, and...
A Forgotten Roman Masterclass in Leadership
The episode spotlights the largely overlooked Roman leader Frontinus, highlighting his extensive field experience as governor of Britain, negotiator with Welsh tribes, and companion of Emperor Domitian in German campaigns. The host argues that Frontinus’s blend of military command and...
How Could I Know? Ep 3: Seizing Opportunity Before You Feel Ready, with Rachel Sheffield
In this episode, hosts Patti Durand and Chris Corbett interview 24‑year‑old farmer Rachel Sheffield about seizing opportunities before feeling fully ready. Rachel shares how she leveraged her agriculture business education, a Young Farmers program, and a newly revamped New Entrant...
Stop Paying the Cynicism Tax: Why Practical Optimism Is Your Greatest Asset
In this episode Gary Vaynerchuk introduces the concept of the "cynicism tax," describing how a habit of saying "no" without exploring possibilities costs massive upside, illustrated by his father's missed $42 million Facebook investment. He contrasts cynicism with "practical optimism," a...
Meditation: The Pathway of Deep Listening (21:16 Min)
In this guided meditation, Tara Brock leads listeners through a practice of deep listening, expanding awareness from external sounds to the subtle sensations within the body. She emphasizes receptive, non‑judgmental attention, inviting participants to experience each region—from ears and mouth...
How to Stop Managing Everything and Start Leading What Matters (with Rich Czyz)
In this episode, Mike Vardy interviews productivity author Rich Czyz about his new book *Autopilot: Practical Productivity for School Leaders*. They discuss how school leaders are overwhelmed by outdated habits and constant firefighting, and introduce five simple systems—email batching, themed...
A More Useful Kind of Optimism
The episode explores how our expectations shape emotions and actions, emphasizing that believing in a likely outcome activates the brain's problem‑solving regions. It contrasts mere desire or manifestation with realistic optimism, arguing that expecting a high probability of success is...
The Coherence Trap
The episode "The Coherence Trap" explores how we construct a seamless personal narrative by stitching together fragmented memories, even when those memories feel detached from our emotions. It uses vivid imagery of an old birthday photograph to illustrate the dissonance...
Stop Feeling Behind: Get Back on Top of Your Life in 1 Day
In this episode, Mel Robbins tackles the overwhelming feeling of falling behind by introducing a "life admin day"—a dedicated weekday to clear out accumulated errands, bills, calls, and other administrative tasks. She shares a relatable anecdote about swapping batteries between...
How to Stop Work From Taking Over Your Life
In this episode, host Pushkin and psychologist Guy Winch discuss how work can infiltrate every aspect of life, leading to burnout, and share evidence‑based strategies for setting healthier boundaries. They explore the science of stress, emphasizing the difference between threat...
The Unbalanced Equation
The episode "The Unbalanced Equation" explores the internal conflict between the rational, architect-like part of ourselves that seeks order, planning, and control, and the intuitive, oceanic side that values feeling, connection, and flow. It argues that this dichotomy fuels modern...
The Power of Inquiry in Spiritual Awakening - Part 2
In this episode Tara Brock explores the second domain of spiritual practice: inquiry. She explains how asking pointed questions—like "What stops me from opening my heart?"—illuminates hidden beliefs and fears, allowing us to de‑condition the automatic, fear‑driven lenses through which...
271. Rethinks: The Key to Lasting Behavior Change
In this episode Matt Abrahams interviews Stanford behavior design expert B.J. Fogg about how to create lasting habits. Fogg debunks the "information‑action fallacy" and explains his B = M + A + P model, where behavior occurs only when motivation, ability, and a prompt...
The Secret to Peak Performance: Mastering Front Stage and Back Stage Work
In this episode of The Productivity Show, host Tan explains the concept of front‑stage (high‑visibility, value‑creating work) versus backstage (supportive, invisible tasks) and how mastering this split boosts peak performance. He shares three tactics: identify your natural split and focus...
Why Practice Matters More Than Results (PM Talks S3E3)
In this episode the hosts explore why consistent practice outweighs occasional results, using examples from medicine, law, sports, and media. They argue that practice is both a verb (the act of trying) and a noun (the cultivated art), and that...
How to Simplify Your Life in 2026 — New Tips From Maria Popova, Morgan Housel, Cal Newport, Craig Mod, and...
Tim Ferriss asks five thought leaders—Maria Popova, Morgan Housel, Cal Newport, Craig Mod, and Debbie Millman—to share the one to three decisions that could dramatically simplify their lives in 2026. Popova emphasizes protecting her "cherish quotient" by only spending time...
The Leisure Heresy
The episode "The Leisure Heresy" examines the myth that modern life is uniquely affluent by contrasting it with the Juǀʼhoansi hunter‑gatherers, who worked only 15‑20 hours a week and spent the rest of their time in rest, socializing, and ritual....
Your Inner Critic Has a Name
In this episode, the host shares a personal strategy for overcoming writer's block by committing to a daily 20‑minute writing sprint, reinforced with a supportive partner and a simple gold‑star reward system. The metaphor of each writing session as a...
Go From Reactive To Proactive With These Tips (TPS603)
The Productivity Show episode "Go From Reactive To Proactive" explains how shifting from a fire‑fighting mindset to intentional planning can lower stress and boost output. It outlines practical habits such as weekly calendar blocks, breaking goals into bite‑sized tasks, and...
The Responsibility Shift: Care, Power, and Liberation
In this episode the host explores the distinction between being "responsible for" something—trying to control outcomes—and being "responsible to" someone—showing up with integrity while honoring their agency. They discuss how this shift impacts parenting, relationships, and personal well‑being, emphasizing self‑reflection...
Jeff Bell: Lessons that OCD and Its Treatment Have Taught Jeff About Navigating Parkinson's (#528)
Jeff Bell, longtime OCD advocate and author, discusses how the strategies he honed treating OCD have helped him cope with a recent Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. In episode 528 of The OCD Stories, he explores the intersection of obsessive‑compulsive disorder, stoic...