Best Rooy Podcasts (2023)

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Brené Brown on What Vulnerability Isn't 40:07

3d ago40:07

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We usually wear our thickest armor at work, and Brené Brown has blazed the trail of teaching us why and how to shed it. In this conversation, Adam and Brené unpack the power of showing vulnerability at work — and explore how much is too much. Learn when and where to set boundaries, find out how to get more comfortable with being uncomfortable, and …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Poet Maggie Smith on embracing ambiguity 44:11

10d ago44:11

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Poet and author Maggie Smith isn’t sure where she falls on the spectrum from optimism to pessimism. But her viral poem “Good Bones” and her bestselling books have inspired countless readers with profound insights on the messiness of being human. In this episode, Maggie and Adam discuss strategies for handling complex emotions, sustaining hope while…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The Office's Rainn Wilson on meaning and happiness 46:02

17d ago46:02

46:02

Rainn Wilson was a late bloomer: he landed the role of Dwight Schrute on “The Office” after over a decade of struggling as an actor. But success didn’t solve all of his problems — and it even created some new ones. In this live conversation for the Authors@Wharton series, Adam asks Rainn about his unlikely journey to stardom and how it led him into…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The problem with optimizing our lives (w/ Barry Schwartz and Coco Krumme) 48:08

24d ago48:08

48:08

Many people are obsessed with optimizing their lives, but this might be a suboptimal way to live. Adam brings together psychologist Barry Schwartz (author of “The Paradox of Choice”) and applied mathematician Coco Krumme (author of “Optimal Illusions”) to discuss the dark side of maximizing everything. The three discuss the unintended consequences …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The art of rough drafts with George Saunders 37:57

1M ago37:57

37:57

Before his stories regularly appeared in The New Yorker, before the MacArthur and Guggenheim Fellowships, and before being named one of the world’s most influential people by TIME, George Saunders was a roofer. And a doorman. And a technical writer. In this episode, George sits down with Adam and shares what he’s learned from his winding path towar…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Unlocking Hidden Potential with Malcolm Gladwell 44:58

1M ago44:58

44:58

Malcolm Gladwell hosts a rollicking live discussion about Adam's new book, "Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things," which is out today. They explore why we overemphasize innate talent, how Adam grappled with impostor syndrome as a writer and perfectionism as an athlete, and how to chart a path toward achieving greater things. Th…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The Three Big Myths of Mentoring 34:02

1M ago34:02

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Mentoring plays an important role in growth and success for both mentors and mentees. But finding the right mentor — and being an effective one — is easier said than done. Adam digs into the science of what makes a good mentor, learns what it takes to build a strong bond from an extraordinary mentor-mentee pair, and busts lasting myths that prevent…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The Zombie Guide to Surviving Bureaucracy 33:44

2M ago33:44

33:44

Bureaucracy exists to provide consistency and structure, but it often stifles creativity and productivity – and breeds misery. In this episode, Adam investigates why we wind up with stupid rules, how to cut red tape without creating chaos, and what it takes to hack bad policies for a greater good. Available transcripts for WorkLife can be found at …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The Science of Recharging on Weekends and Vacations 28:31

2M ago28:31

28:31

Many people don’t use all their paid time off from work — and struggle to relax and recover on nights and weekends too. What does it take to make our breaks more restorative? Adam examines the evidence on recovery and burnout, explores how workplaces can reimagine vacation policies, and highlights what kinds of hobbies are best suited to different …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Why Meetings Suck and How to Fix Them 32:24

2M ago32:24

32:24

Meetings often drain our joy and sap our focus – and meeting overload kills productivity. So why do we have so many of them, and is a better world possible? Adam investigates the science of improving meetings and explores how workplaces are fighting meeting bloat. Available transcripts for WorkLife can be found at go.ted.com/WLtranscripts…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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How to set boundaries with therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab 37:07

3M ago37:07

37:07

As a therapist, Nedra Glover Tawwab has spent years helping people set boundaries in their personal and professional lives. As the New York Times bestselling author of the books “Drama Free” and “Set Boundaries, Find Peace,” her wisdom often goes viral on Instagram and beyond. Nedra sits down with Adam for an insightful discussion on why people str…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Khan Academy founder Sal Khan on AI and the future of education 38:27

4M ago38:27

38:27

As the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, Sal is a pioneer in the education technology space. With millions of users and billions of views, he’s been recognized as one of Time’s “100 Most Influential People,” and now he’s at the forefront of using AI to enrich learning. Sal and Adam have an exciting discussion about the role of AI in the classroom, d…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Jim Gaffigan on how comedy leaves an aftertaste 35:52

4M ago35:52

35:52

With his sharp observational comedy and dry wit, Jim Gaffigan has been making people laugh for decades. He’s a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer who has earned an Emmy award and multiple Grammy nominations. He opens up about his early career shift from marketing to comedy, the art of crafting jokes that land, and the often exasperating…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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When an introvert and an extrovert fall in love with Chip and Joanna Gaines 34:49

4M ago34:49

34:49

Chip and Joanna Gaines are best known for their hit reality TV home renovation show “Fixer Upper.” The married couple has delighted audiences by finding charm in unexpected places, and now Chip and Joanna are building their own empire extending from furniture and homewares to a Gaines TV channel. But their greatest achievement has been building a t…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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How Pixar’s Ed Catmull and Pete Docter make magic on and off screen 39:15

4M ago39:15

39:15

As they dreamed up iconic characters like Buzz and Woody, Pixar reinvented how animated movies are made. But first, they had to build a culture to make this magic possible. Pixar's co-founder and longtime president Ed Catmull and Oscar-winning Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter talk with Adam about how to spark and sustain creative collaboration. T…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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How to tell your own story with Baratunde Thurston 38:03

5M ago38:03

38:03

Baratunde Thurston is an Emmy-nominated writer, activist and comedian. Whether it’s through his witty and thoughtful work at The Onion or The Daily Show, or via in-depth reflections in a New York Times best-selling book or a hit podcast, Baratunde is adept at addressing complex ideas with compelling stories and serious issues with levity. Baratunde…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The science of personality and the art of well-being with Brian Little 33:41

5M ago33:41

33:41

Award-winning researcher and pioneering psychologist Brian Little has plenty of accomplishments under his belt. He’s the author of the bestselling books “Me, Myself, and Us” and “Who Are You, Really?” His TED Talk on the science of personality has tens of millions of views and he’s been elected a Favorite Professor multiple times at Harvard. And he…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Hidden Figures author Margot Lee Shetterly on reframing the stories we tell 36:53

5M ago36:53

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Margot Lee Shetterly used to be an investment banker, a business owner, and a content marketing and editorial consultant. Now she’s the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller “Hidden Figures,” which chronicles the challenges and contributions of the Black women who worked at NASA from the 1930s through the 1960s. Margot and Adam talk about the …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Building atomic habits with James Clear 38:14

5M ago38:14

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As a blogger and executive coach, James Clear spent years studying how to form and change habits. His research culminated in the book "Atomic Habits”, which has sold more than 15 million copies and been translated into over 50 languages. James speaks with Adam about changing our systems for achieving goals, building habits around identities as well…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya’s “Anti-CEO Playbook” 33:56

5M ago33:56

33:56

When Chobani founder and CEO Hamdi Ulukaya first arrived in the U.S., he had little money and no big plans. But combine his childhood growing up in a nomadic dairy-farming Kurdish family, some college-level business courses, and a lot of spunk, and his winding trajectory is a unique story of an entrepreneur finding his north star. Today, Adam asks …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Ambition vs. aspiration with philosopher Agnes Callard 33:22

6M ago33:22

33:22

Before Agnes Callard was a philosophy professor at the University of Chicago, she was on her high school debate team — and she still loves to debate anything and everything. Her work regularly appears in major outlets such as The New York Times, and she was recently profiled in The New Yorker for her radical openness to rethinking her life. Agnes a…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Whole Foods founder John Mackey doesn’t follow business plans 29:42

6M ago29:42

29:42

When John Mackey co-founded Whole Foods, he didn't consider himself an entrepreneur. But after 42 years of leading the company – and spearheading its sale to Amazon – Mackey has proven that a business with purpose can succeed and scale. John speaks with Adam at an Authors@Wharton live event about his Whole Foods journey, from living in his first st…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Admiral Linda Fagan on servant leadership 33:21

6M ago33:21

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Admiral Linda Fagan is the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard – and the first woman to ever lead a branch of the U.S. military. She speaks with Adam about facing impostor syndrome and breaking glass ceilings, spearheading a bold vision for change in the military, and why she believes good leadership requires confidence and humility. Transcripts for…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Have a work problem? Call Fixable! 3:24

6M ago3:24

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WorkLife will be back for Season 6 in September. Until then, check out this preview of Fixable, a new work call-in podcast from the TED Audio Collective. Harvard Business School professor Frances Frei and her wife, CEO and bestselling author Anne Morriss, host unfiltered conversations to help solve everyday organizational challenges—big and small. …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Brené Brown and Simon Sinek on the leadership skills we need to build 40:28

6M ago40:28

40:28

Brené Brown and Simon Sinek are two of the world's most influential thought leaders. They’ve shared their insights on the power of vulnerability and purpose in viral TED talks, hit podcasts, and bestselling books. Adam invites Brené and Simon to a lively discussion about the most important skills for leaders to build -- and the most vital steps for…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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NBA Hall of Famer Joe Dumars on managing eclectic personalities 31:33

7M ago31:33

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Six-time NBA All-Star and Hall of Famer Joe Dumars spent 14 years with the Detroit Pistons. As the quiet leader of multiple championship teams, he guarded Michael Jordan –who said he did it better than anyone else– and helped keep teammates like Dennis Rodman focused. Although it was the “Bad Boys” era, Joe was the first-ever recipient of the NBA S…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Cultivating good power with longtime IBM CEO Ginni Rometty 33:27

7M ago33:27

33:27

Ginni Rometty rose through the ranks at IBM to become their first female CEO. After leading the iconic tech company from 2012 to 2020, Ginni chronicled the experiences and lessons learned in her memoir, “Good Power.” In a candid conversation at the Authors@Wharton series, Ginni talks with Adam about cultivating and harnessing influence, leading cha…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Steve Martin on finding your authentic voice 42:04

7M ago42:04

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Steve Martin has made an award-winning career out of taking on new identities–from actor and comedian to musician and novelist. Over the years, he’s learned that the best way to find yourself is by imitating your role models. He explores how to do that in a new audiobook, So Many Steves, with his longtime friend Adam Gopnik, the New Yorker writer a…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Getting to the heart of team culture with Pete Carroll 33:08

7M ago33:08

33:08

How do you build a team capable of winning the Super Bowl? Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll believes it comes down to strong relationships–ones that extend beyond the field and last for a lifetime. He talks with Adam about taking accountability for failures, the differences between regard and respect, and the rituals he’s developed over years on…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Reconsidering your beliefs with Tara Westover 37:14

8M ago37:14

37:14

The first time Tara Westover ever stepped into a classroom, she was seventeen. Today, Tara has a PhD in history and a #1 New York Times bestselling book, “Educated”, a memoir about her experience growing up undereducated in rural Idaho in a Mormon survivalist family. Tara and Adam talk about the triumphs and struggles of educating yourself and othe…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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How do incentives really work? with Uri Gneezy 36:27

8M ago36:27

36:27

What motivates us to do… well, anything? Uri Gneezy is a behavioral economist who has changed our understanding of how incentives influence our decisions and actions. Adam and Uri take a deep dive into the psychology of rewards and punishments -- and when and why they backfire. Uri’s latest book “Mixed Signals: How Incentives Really Work” is out no…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Sci-fi writer Andy Weir doesn't love writing 41:10

8M ago41:10

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Andy Weir is the bestselling author of The Martian and Project Hail Mary. He’s known for weaving deep, carefully researched science into his novels, building intricate sci-fi worlds that have captivated millions of readers. But here’s a plot twist: Andy doesn’t actually love the act of writing itself – so how does he motivate himself to do it anywa…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The science of performing under pressure with Sian Beilock 37:10

8M ago37:10

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Sian Beilock is a cognitive scientist who specializes in why we choke under pressure. She’s also the first woman to be elected President of Dartmouth College. Sian shares with Adam her unique perspective on delivering results in high-stress environments, the value of sitting with discomfort, and strategies for guarding against performance anxiety. …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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ChatGPT did NOT title this podcast (w/ Allie Miller & Ethan Mollick) 54:17

9M ago54:17

54:17

ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence chatbot capable of generating human-like text, seems to be everywhere. But how trustworthy are these tools -- and what do they mean for the future of writing and work? Adam brings AI entrepreneur Allie Miller and innovation and entrepreneurship professor Ethan Mollick to discuss the capabilities of ChatGPT, deba…

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Facts Machine

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Episode 62: Seas Get Degrees (ft. Jaida Elcock, Kyle Marian, & Dr. Diana Li, PhD) 1:13:58

9M ago1:13:58

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Tickets for our Friday, 3/17 show "Taking A Brain Check" Welcome to Facts Marine! Noah was joined live at Caveat in NYC by guest marine biologists and science communicators Jaida Elcock and Dr. Diana Li, PhD, as well as scientist and comedian Kyle Marian! Listen as they make waves, do deep dives on the deep sea, and have a “littoral” whale of a tim…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The psychology of fiction with Jennifer Lynn Barnes 45:18

9M ago45:18

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As a novelist, Jennifer Lynn Barnes has earned acclaim from critics and fans alike – her series The Inheritance Games has sold over a million copies. Before she became a bestselling author, she was a leading researcher in psychology on what draws us to fiction – and how it affects us. Jennifer and Adam discuss the psychology of reading and writing,…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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What animal intelligence reveals about human stupidity with Justin Gregg 39:22

9M ago39:22

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Justin Gregg is an animal cognition expert -- he studies what goes on inside the heads of other creatures, and what that means for us. He’s a captivating science writer: one of his specialties is explaining whether dolphins are actually smart, and his most recent book is “If Nietzsche Were a Narwhal.” In an expansive conversation, Justin and Adam d…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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How Yo-Yo Ma sustains his creative energy 39:44

9M ago39:44

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Yo-Yo Ma began playing the cello at age four, played for Presidents John F. Kennedy and Dwight D. Eisenhower at age seven, and has been touring the world since. He’s released over 100 albums and won 19 Grammy awards, and he’s won both the National Medal of the Arts and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Yo-Yo talks with Adam about his experience wi…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Life lessons from sports with Jody Avirgan 40:22

9M ago40:22

40:22

Jody Avirgan has played and reported on sports at the highest levels. After being one of the few professional Ultimate Frisbee players to be featured in a Sportscenter highlight, he pivoted to a career in radio, where he’s produced thoughtful stories on acclaimed shows like ESPN’s 30 for 30, Freakonomics, and 99% Invisible. Now he’s the host of Goo…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Bringing out the good in kids—and parents—with Becky Kennedy 41:31

10M ago41:31

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As a clinical psychologist, Becky Kennedy works with parents to raise good kids. She’s best known as Dr. Becky on Instagram, and has been called the "Millennial parenting whisperer" for good reason. Becky and Adam challenge the widespread belief that it’s a parent’s job to make their children happy, talk candidly about the surprisingly difficult ta…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Soccer star Abby Wambach on being good enough 44:06

10M ago44:06

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Abby Wambach is one of soccer’s all-time greats. But in 2015, after she retired with two Olympic medals, a FIFA World Cup Championship, and six U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year awards under her belt, she wasn’t sure what would be next. In this jam-packed conversation, Abby shares how she rethought her life and work. She and Adam discuss the challeng…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Estonia’s Prime Minister Kaja Kallas on leading with strength and sincerity 49:14

10M ago49:14

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Kaja Kallas is the current Prime Minister of Estonia – and the first woman to hold the position. Her perceptive communication and bold action against the threat of Russian authoritarianism has bolstered her reputation as a leader we should all be paying attention to. The Prime Minister talks to Adam about what we can learn from the past when thinki…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Breaking free of stereotype threat with Claude Steele 53:52

10M ago53:52

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Claude Steele is one of the most influential social psychologists of all time. As a Stanford professor, he’s best known for his groundbreaking research on how the threat of being stereotyped undermines our performance. Adam talks with Claude about why the mere possibility of being stereotyped affects us, how we can protect ourselves from the harmfu…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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The surprising effects of video games with Ash Brandin 43:01

11M ago43:01

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As an educator, Ash Brandin’s mission is to make learning in school as fun as playing a game. In exploring the science and practice on the effects of video games, Ash (@TheGamerEducator on Instagram) has an unusually insightful–and unusually balanced–perspective. Adam and Ash discuss the evidence on how video games influence kids and adults, how to…

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Ungroundable with Lisa Schwartz

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Ashley Ray – Party Hopping & Vermont Weed 1:06:08

11M ago1:06:08

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The ungroundable Ashley Ray tells us about the time she had a run in with the cops and the night she couldn't find a bed to sleep in. — Want more Ashley Ray Website: https://theashleyray.com/ Podcast: TV I Say, with Ashley Ray IG: @theashleyray Twitter: @theashleyray — We want to know what YOU got away with! Tell us over at ungroundablepodcast.com …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Finding–and becoming–great mentors and sponsors with Carla Harris 38:42

11M ago38:42

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Carla Harris is a fierce leader, a devoted mentor, and a dynamic speaker. A Wall Street veteran who has been named one of the most powerful Black executives in America, Carla’s worked across multiple industries in her 30+ year career, and was appointed by President Barack Obama to chair the National Women's Business Council. In a highly entertainin…

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Ungroundable with Lisa Schwartz

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Andrea Jones-Rooy – Breaking Windows and Tomato Dealing 55:42

11M ago55:42

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The ungroundable Andrea Jones-Rooy tells us about the time she had to break into her own car and the big tomato drama she had with her neighbors. — Want more Andrea Jones-Rooy Website: http://www.jonesrooy.com/ Podcast: Majoring in Everything IG: @jonesrooy Twitter: @jonesrooy — We want to know what YOU got away with! Tell us over at ungroundablepo…

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Knowing when to quit with world poker champion Annie Duke 38:27

11M ago38:27

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Annie Duke dropped out of a PhD program in cognitive psychology– and went on to win the World Series of Poker. At the Authors@Wharton Series, Adam and Annie discuss the evidence on when to pull the plug, delve into decision-making lessons from psychology and poker, and examine the difference between rethinking an idea and leaving it behind. Annie’s…

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Ungroundable with Lisa Schwartz

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Joe Dombrowski – Dick Pics & Hawk Food 54:45

11M ago54:45

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The ungroundable Joe Dombrowski tells us about the time he sent a dick pic to his mom and the story behind the fate of his class pet. — Want more Joe Dombrowski Website: https://mrdtimes3.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-studies/id1398685234?mt=2 IG: @mrdtimes3 Twitter: @mrdtimes3 — We want to know what YOU got away with! …

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WorkLife with Adam Grant

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Malcolm Gladwell Questions Everything 1:21:04

11M ago1:21:04

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For our final episode of the year, let’s revisit Adam and Malcolm’s conversation from the archive. When Adam Grant and Malcolm Gladwell sit down to challenge each other, everything is fair game. Sit ringside for this collegial cage match in which two preeminent writers rethink each other's ideas in an insatiable quest to get closer to the truth. Is…

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