Best This Rhetorical Life Podcasts (2024)

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Sam Leith | It’s Rhetoric All The Way Down… From Churchill To Trump & Cicero To Hitchens 1:50:12

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✍︎: The Curious Worldview Newsletter https://curiousworldview.beehiiv.com/subscribe Follow me on Instagram - @ryanfhogg Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/Kx8N66hK8kI Sam Leith is the literary editor for the oldest surviving weekly magazine in the world, an organisation which started publication in 1828 which means… the magazine for which he is th…

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"The Stoic Mindset: Living the Ten Principles of Stoicism" by Mark Tuitert 12:00

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"As a top athlete," says today's guest, Mark Tuitert, "you can easily be blinded by the goal: winning." Mark would know. He won the gold medal in speed skating in the 1500-meter event at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. When he woke up the next day, however, a worrying thought shot through his head: Now what? What do I focus on now? To answer th…

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"The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain" by Joe Davis 16:51

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Today, Joe Davis, managing director and senior partner at the Boston Consulting Group, explains why gernosity is the key attribute of a modern leader.By Next Big Idea Club

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How Does Trump’s Violent Rhetoric End? 32:19

4d ago32:19

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How worried should we really be about the threat of political violence? On this week’s episode of “Matter of Opinion,” columnist Jamelle Bouie joins the hosts to set the record straight on whether we’re actually living through an unusually violent era, and they discuss whether the new movie, “Civil War,” could come true. Plus, Keanu Reeves in his m…

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"This Beauty: A Philosophy of Being Alive" by Nick Riggle 13:06

8h ago13:06

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You didn't choose to live this life, but you can still make it beautiful.By Next Big Idea Club

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“Nuclear War: A Scenario” by Annie Jacobsen 15:38

1d ago15:38

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If you're living in a city in America right now, there's a nuclear weapon pointed directly at you.By Next Big Idea Club

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"Catastrophe Ethics: How to Choose Well in a World of Tough Choices" by Travis Rieder 16:12

2d ago16:12

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Life is full of moral dilemmas. How do you know you're making the right calls? • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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Michael Hilliard | From Geopolitical Ghostwriting To 'The Red Line Podcast' 1:39:23

3d ago1:39:23

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✍︎: The Curious Worldview Newsletter https://curiousworldview.beehiiv.com/subscribe Follow me on Instagram - @ryanfhogg Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/ZzsFPOUzlHg Micheal Hilliard is a geopolitical analyst host and creator of 'The Red Line Podcast'… and! a fellow Aussie coming to us today from Australia’s glorious West coast capital, Perth. Mi…

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"Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer" by Steven Johnson 13:20

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Today, friend-of-the-pod Steven Johnson stops by to share a few big ideas from his recent book "Extra Life," which President Obama praised for offering readers "a useful reminder of the role of modern science in fundamentally transforming all of our lives." • If you enjoy this episode, check out the audio essay we made with Steven. It's called "Imm…

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"Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully" by Elaine Lin Hering 17:15

4d ago17:15

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Have you ever been afraid to speak up? You're not alone, says Elaine Lin Hering, a lecturer at Harvard Law School. But your silence has repercussions for you and those around you. Today, Elaine is here to help you summon the courage to say what's on your mind.By Next Big Idea Club

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Thomas Friedman on Iran, Israel and Preventing a ‘Forever War’ 28:13

7d ago28:13

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Will Israel and Iran’s unprecedented attacks escalate into a wider mideast conflict? A “forever war”? This week, columnist Tom Friedman joins the hosts to unpack the latest developments, what it means for Gaza, and the implications for the region writ large. A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within 24 hours of publication on t…

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"Which Way Is North: A Creative Compass for Makers, Marketers, and Mystics" by Will Cady 12:37

7d ago12:37

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To close out the week, let's hear from Reddit's Global Brand Ambassador, Will Cady, who has a few surprising tips for unlocking your creativity. • Don't miss our event with Scott Galloway on April 22nd in New York City. Tickets are going fast! Grab yours at nextbigideaclub.com/events and use the code PODCAST for 50% off…

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"The Ancient Art of Thinking For Yourself: The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times" by Robin Reames 17:54

8d ago17:54

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Robin Reames grew up in a fundamentalist Christian, white, and very conservative family in the Deep South. "Up until about my late adolescence and early adulthood," she says, "I more or less believed that the polarized view of the world that dominated my subculture was true. They are the bad guys. We are the good guys." But things changed when she …

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"The Return of Great Powers: Russia, China, and the Next World War" by Jim Sciutto 12:44

9d ago12:44

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In this episode, CNN anchor and chief national security analyst Jim Sciutto warns that another world war could be looming. • We're hosting a live event with Scott Galloway in New York City on April 22nd. Learn more and grab your ticket at nextbigideaclub.com/eventsBy Next Big Idea Club

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"Anxious Eaters: Why We Fall for Fad Diets" by Janet Chrzan & Kima Cargill 14:03

11d ago14:03

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Keto, Atkins, paleo, and Whole30 — it seems like fad diets are everywhere these days. How did they get so popular, and are they doomed to fail? • Want to attend our live event with Scott Galloway on April 22? Learn more at nextbigideaclub.com/events/By Next Big Idea Club

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"The Great Money Reset: Change Your Work, Change Your Wealth, Change Your Life" by Jill Schlesinger 11:48

12d ago11:48

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Today, indispensable financial advice from Jill Schlesinger, Emmy and Gracie Award winning business analyst for CBS News and author of "The Great Money Reset: Change Your Work, Change Your Wealth, Change Your Life."By Next Big Idea Club

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Abortion, Trump and Religion in Politics 36:12

17d ago36:12

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This week, the hosts debate how religious voters will react to Donald Trump’s betrayal of anti-abortion positions, the evolution of Christianity as the domain of the right and whether religion is actually as powerful as it seems in modern U.S. politics. Plus, Ross finds aliens, again. (A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within …

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"The Way Home: Discovering the Hero's Journey to Wholeness at Midlife" by Ben Katt 13:06

15d ago13:06

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Can Joseph Campbell’s "hero’s journey" help you find fulfillment?By Next Big Idea Club

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"Our Biggest Fight" by Frank H. McCourt Jr. & Michael J. Casey 11:37

16d ago11:37

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Is the design of the internet to blame for our current crises of disinformation, mental illness, and hyper-partisan division? • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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"The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality" by Amanda Montell 13:01

17d ago13:01

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Why does living in the so-called Information Age only seem to make life more confusing? Amanda Montell has some surprising answers.By Next Big Idea Club

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"The Neuroscience of You: How Every Brain Is Different and How to Understand Yours" by Chantel Prat 17:10

18d ago17:10

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Today, a few brainy insights from neuroscientist Chantel Prat, author of "The Neuroscience of You," which our pal Adam Grant called her book "the smartest, clearest, and funniest book I've ever read about the brain."By Next Big Idea Club

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"The Friction Project" by Huggy Rao and Robert Sutton 13:14

22d ago13:14

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How smart leaders make the right things easier and the wrong things harder. • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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Are Smartphones Just a Scapegoat for Our Unhappy Children? 36:10

23d ago36:10

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It’s not just bad vibes — America’s kids are not OK. As study after study shows worsening youth mental health, a popular theory has emerged: The rise of smartphones and the addictive nature of social media is making young people miserable. But can it really be that simple? This week, the hosts debate the myriad possible factors contributing to teen…

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"Tightwads and Spendthrifts: Navigating the Money Minefield in Real Relationships" by Scott Rick 15:15

22d ago15:15

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For the past few years, Scott Rick, a behavioral scientist at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, has been surveying couples, and he's reached a surprising conclusion: many tightwads are married to spendthrifts. Why does this happen? Why do penny pinchers fall for cash splashers? And if you find yourself in such a relationship, wh…

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"Possible: How We Survive (and Thrive) in an Age of Conflict" by William Ury 16:04

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William Ury wrote the world’s best-selling book on negotiation. Now he's here to help us navigate conflict.By Next Big Idea Club

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"Says Who?: A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Words" by Anne Curzan 15:53

24d ago15:53

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Linguist and professor Anne Curzan encourages us all to lighten up when it comes to grammar rules.By Next Big Idea Club

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"The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight" by Andrew Leland 11:06

25d ago11:06

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As a teenager, Andrew Leland started to lose his sight. One day, in all likelihood, he will be blind. In his moving new memoir, "The Country of the Blind," he reckons with his soon-to-be blindness while also challenging us to think differently about our ablest world.By Next Big Idea Club

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"Cultures of Growth" by Mary C. Murphy 15:02

26d ago15:02

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Carol Dweck’s "Mindset" transformed our view of individual potential. Now her protégé, Mary Murphy, is here to explain how mindset can transcend individuals and transform any group, team, or classroom.By Next Big Idea Club

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Finding the Line Between Celebrity and Politician With Tressie McMillan Cottom 35:14

1M ago35:14

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The sociologist and New York Times columnist Tressie McMillan Cottom joins the hosts this week to discuss the role of celebrity in politics. Could Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, with their tens of millions of fans, sway the presidential election? And beyond brand-name pop stars, what role does celebrity play within the political system? Plus, Tressie go…

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"Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down" by Corey Keyes 12:37

29d ago12:37

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Do you ever feel kind of ... meh? Corey Keyes is here to help. • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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"Women Money Power: The Rise and Fall of Economic Equality" by Josie Cox 14:13

30d ago14:13

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Journalist Josie Cox stops by to share highlights from the story of women’s fight for financial freedom.By Next Big Idea Club

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"The 100 Trillion Dollar Wealth Transfer: How the Handover from Boomers to Gen Z Will Revolutionize Capitalism" by Ken Costa 17:34

1M ago17:34

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Could Generation Z's focus on ethics, climate change, and purpose change capitalism forever? • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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Is It Possible to Cheat Death? 14:02

1M ago14:02

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Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Venki Ramakrishnan walks us through the ongoing revolution in biology that could allow us to live for a very, very long time. • Venki's new book is "Why We Die: The New Science of Aging and the Quest for Immortality" • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a sp…

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How to Turn Anxiety Into Your Superpower 13:24

1M ago13:24

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Anxiety can be painful and embarrassing, even downright debilitating. But author and podcaster Morra Aarons-Mele says it's also a force that you can use to your advantage. She's here today to teach you how. Morra's new book is "The Anxious Achiever: Turn Your Biggest Fears into Your Leadership Superpower." And be sure to check out her podcast, "The…

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Texts From the Swamp 35:29

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It can often feel as if politicians use a lot of words without saying much of anything. So how do journalists and citizens make sense of what’s said (and unsaid) in the many congressional reports, court decisions and campaign memoirs that pour out of Washington? This week, Carlos makes the case for reading the Capitol, and uses insights from his ne…

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"Think Remarkable: 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference" by Guy Kawasaki 12:51

1M ago12:51

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Guy Kawasaki has spent 40 years working with game-changing organizations like Apple, Google, Mercedes, and Canva. More recently, he's been chatting with luminaries like Steve Wozniak and Jane Goodall on his podcast, "Remarkable People." Today, he shares the six key insights — that's right, six! — he's learned along the way. • Subscribe to our newsl…

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"Indivisible: How to Forge Our Differences into a Stronger Future" by Denise Hamilton 12:24

1M ago12:24

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It's not enough to be inclusive. Denise Hamilton, a nationally recognized workplace culture and DEI expert, says we should strive for a world that's indivisible. • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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"The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire" by Karen Eber 17:45

1M ago17:45

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The ability to tell a good story is more than just a social skill. It’s a key element in good leadership, connection, and influence that can help you creatively and professionally as much as personally. Today, award-winning consultant and TED speaker Karen Eber has some practical tips for telling stories that resonate. • Subscribe to our newsletter…

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"How Does That Make You Feel?: Everything You (N)ever Wanted to Know About Therapy" by Joshua Fletcher 12:02

1M ago12:02

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Today, Joshua Fletcher (a.k.a. Anxiety Josh) takes us on a tour of the inner mind of a therapist. • Subscribe to our newsletter • Download our app • Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)By Next Big Idea Club

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Podcast Update! (... and job opportunity?) 7:35

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✍︎: The Curious Worldview Newsletter - https://curiousworldview.beehiiv.com/subscribe Link to example of clip I am looking for - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibLyjkpYY_E Link to example of infographic I am looking for (halfway down) - https://curiousworldview.beehiiv.com/p/update-1 Write to me at ryan@atlasgeographica.com…

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Lydia Finds Hope in a Moment of Crisis 6:21

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We’re working on this week's episode. While you wait, listen to this audio essay from one of our hosts, Lydia Polgreen, on the situation unfolding in Haiti. This audio essay was originally made for the NYT Audio App, free for Times subscribers in the Apple App Store.By New York Times Opinion

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"Slow Productivity" by Cal Newport 18:11

1M ago18:11

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Do fewer things. Work at a natural pace. Obsess over quality. Those are Cal Newport's three strategies for achieving "Slow Productivity." He's on the show today to tell us more.By Next Big Idea Club

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The Election of Our Discontent 33:12

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Many voters from both parties are less than enthusiastic about their likely options this November. This week the Opinion writer and editor Katherine Miller joins Michelle, Lydia and Carlos to talk about uncommitted voters, double haters and how they could affect the election, whether they turn out or not. Plus, Lydia makes a plea against the tyrann…

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