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Beyond breaking the glass ceiling with Julia Gillard, Australia’s first female prime minister 47:27

4d ago47:27

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Julia Gillard served as the Prime Minister of Australia from 2010 to 2013. During her tenure as the first woman to hold that role, she gave an electrifying speech about sexism and how it impacts all women, even those in power. Since then, she has continued to fight for gender equality. In this interview, she opens up about the challenges faced by w…

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Explaining the Dunning-Kruger effect and overcoming overconfidence with David Dunning 37:51

11d ago37:51

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The Dunning-Kruger effect is a rare psychological concept that has achieved pop culture fame. David Dunning -- the lead author and one of the world’s most-cited psychologists -- joins Adam to discuss his famous findings about the arrogance of ignorance, the challenges of knowing what you don’t know, and the dangers of “doing your own research.” The…

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Mellody Hobson on taking tough feedback (re-release) 37:18

18d ago37:18

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Criticism rarely comes wrapped in a shiny gift box, tied with a bow. As a trailblazing leader, one of Mellody Hobson’s gifts is finding the diamond in the rough. She and Adam unpack how to look for the grain of truth in any critique, when to discount feedback, and what it takes to be honest without being brutal. Find the full text transcript at go.…

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Decoding Gen-Z slang and grammar pet peeves with linguist Anne Curzan 37:23

25d ago37:23

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Anne Curzan is a professional word nerd. As a linguist and English professor, Anne studies the history of the English language — and how public attitudes about words shift over time. Adam and Anne geek out over whether the grammar rules you learned in school are justified, why some language peeves are (or aren't) worth holding onto, and confess wha…

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How novelist Gabrielle Zevin learned to enjoy failure 38:36

1M ago38:36

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Gabrielle Zevin wrote the runaway bestseller Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, but she doesn’t expect anyone to know most of her other nine books. The acclaimed novelist joins Adam to discuss how to face failure, find inspiration, make sure success doesn't hinder creativity, and stay motivated when your goals don't align with your skills. Then,…

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Richard Branson on saying yes now and figuring it out later 29:46

1M ago29:46

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Sir Richard Branson has spent his lifetime taking dreams and making them reality. As the founder of the Virgin Group, he's built more than 400 businesses spanning from retail to music to transport. In his spare time, he’s advocated for human rights and sustainability — and set world records for hot air ballooning and kitesurfing. Richard talks with…

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on facing impostor syndrome and taking criticism 39:24

2M ago39:24

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Justin Trudeau has served as the Prime Minister of Canada since 2015. And there’s a lot to dig into from his years in office — and from his life before, as well. Adam sits down with him to discuss lessons learned about leadership. The Prime Minister opens up for the first time about his early struggles with impostor syndrome and how he maintains hi…

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The internet doesn't need your opinion on everything with Rebecca Solnit 31:35

2M ago31:35

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American writer Rebecca Solnit thinks deeply and writes evocatively about our world. Her must-read essays and award-winning books span hope, history, art, leadership, and sustainability. Adam and Rebecca reflect on what we lose when public discourse is diluted to fit into social media, debate how to bring back good conversations online, and share w…

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John Green wants you to pay attention to your attention (bonus) 53:14

2M ago53:14

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Do you pay attention to your attention? John Green is the beloved author of The Fault In Our Stars, and when he started tracking his attention, he realized he was obsessed with evaluating human progress. He decided to start rating everything — from the capacity for human wonder to Canadian geese — on a five-point scale. In this deeply thoughtful co…

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A company is not a family with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky 38:06

2M ago38:06

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Brian Chesky, the CEO and cofounder of Airbnb, is firmly in the trust business. His focus isn't only on building a trusted platform for people to rent their homes to strangers — it's on earning the trust of his employees. Adam and Brian discuss how to lead with care in tough times, why it's better to overcommunicate than undercommunicate, what to e…

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Reimagining technology – and talking to animals – with Aza Raskin 42:40

2M ago42:40

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Years ago, Aza Raskin invented the infinite scroll – and yes, he regrets it. Today, Aza is the co-founder of the Center For Humane Technology and the Earth Species Project. Aza’s work focuses on creating and advocating for ethical technology that benefits collective well-being. For his latest project, he’s looking beyond humanity, using artificial …

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The art of failure with David Duchovny 30:33

3M ago30:33

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David Duchovny knows a lot about success — he’s a Golden Globe-winning actor who has had iconic roles from The X-Files to Californication. But as a literature PhD dropout turned director turned songwriter and novelist, David is more interested in failure and what it can teach us. Adam and David discuss the value of falling short of our goals, the p…

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The art of vulnerability and connection with comedian Mae Martin 35:07

3M ago35:07

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Mae Martin is a comedian, improviser, screenwriter, and podcast host. Their work on Netflix includes the stand-up special Sap and the aptly named TV series Feel Good. Adam and Mae chat about the value of vulnerability in connection, snapping out of procrastination, shame spirals, and life lessons from the art of improvisation. Transcripts for ReThi…

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Kara Swisher on speaking truth to power 32:37

3M ago32:37

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Kara Swisher made her name by being disarmingly direct with the who’s who of tech – from Steve Jobs to Bill Gates to Elon Musk. So why doesn’t she like the phrase “speak truth to power?” The journalist, author, and host of the popular podcasts Pivot and On joins Adam to discuss her history of assertiveness and her strategies for challenging authori…

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Anne Lamott's thoughts on love, writing, and being judgy 39:30

3M ago39:30

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Anne Lamott may be your favorite writer’s favorite writer. The author of many beloved books, including the modern classic Bird by Bird, Anne’s writing is singularly insightful, moving, and oftentimes funny. Adam and Anne chat about the art of great writing, the challenges of being kinder to others and ourselves, and the lessons to be learned from a…

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How to make the most of your twenties with Meg Jay 35:21

4M ago35:21

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How important are your twenties — and how bad are they? Meg Jay is a clinical psychologist who specializes in young adult development in twenty year-olds. She and Adam review the science of what makes this developmental period important, discuss the common mistakes that we make, and share tips for twentysomethings (and parents) navigating this tumu…

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Yuval Noah Harari on what history teaches us about justice and peace 41:11

4M ago41:11

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Yuval Noah Harari is a historian best known for his book Sapiens, which has sold more than 25 million copies and been translated into 65 languages. Adam and Yuval examine the power of stories in shaping humanity’s success, discuss the tension between justice and peace, and reconsider the true purpose of studying history. Yuval’s latest book, Unstop…

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The science of memory with Charan Ranganath 42:46

4M ago42:46

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Charan Ranganath is a psychologist and neuroscientist who has spent his career studying memory. His new book, Why We Remember, surveys the latest science on the subject and digs into the links between memory and identity. Charan and Adam discuss surprising evidence on why we remember, what we forget, and how learning new ideas happens.…

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Understanding the pendulum swing of global power with Ian Bremmer 35:50

4M ago35:50

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As a political scientist and founder of Eurasia Group, Ian Bremmer helps business leaders, policymakers and the general public make sense of the world. He gives a stirring analysis of the current state of global affairs and explains what makes 2024 so complex. Ian and Adam discuss the cyclical nature of geopolitics, what’s different about today’s c…

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will.i.am on AI — and the future of creativity 31:46

5M ago31:46

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You may know will.i.am as the seven-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and frontman of The Black Eyed Peas. But his interests beyond music have also taken him down a surprising and creative path — from serving as the director of creative innovation at Intel, to becoming the first artist to stream a song from the surface of Mars…

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How to be productive without burning out, with Cal Newport 41:29

5M ago41:29

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Cal Newport knows a thing or two about productivity: when he’s not teaching computer science at Georgetown, he’s writing for The New Yorker, hosting a podcast, or authoring New York Times bestsellers like Deep Work and Digital Minimalism. In his new book, Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout, Cal proposes that we trade …

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Is your organization a little culty? with NXIVM whistleblower Sarah Edmondson 27:31

5M ago27:31

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Sarah Edmondson escaped and blew the whistle against NXIVM, the cult masquerading as a “personal and professional development company.” With clarity and a surprising and wry sense of humor, Sarah shares her lessons about the dark sides of charisma. She and Adam discuss what makes groups a little (or a lot) culty, the telltale signs of manipulation,…

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Redefining hustle culture with Robin Arzón 39:06

5M ago39:06

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Robin Arzón is the head instructor at Peloton and an ultramarathon runner, but she didn’t plan to make her career based on her athletic prowess. In this conversation with Adam, she talks about how she fell in love with running in adulthood and her radical career pivot from lawyer to renowned exercise instructor. They discuss what hustle culture get…

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Revising the stories we hold dear with Denise Hamilton 35:16

5M ago35:16

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Denise Hamilton is an inclusion strategist who works with organizations ranging from the UN to the WNBA. She is also the author of Indivisible: How to Forge our Differences into a Stronger Future. Denise and Adam discuss the pain of abandoning old stories, the value of revising long-held beliefs, and how to respond to the backlash against diversity…

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Power, purpose, and the American presidency with Jared Cohen 34:40

6M ago34:40

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Jared Cohen is a history buff with a career that boasts its own remarkable story. From the State Department to founding Jigsaw at Google to leading global affairs and innovation at Goldman Sachs, Jared has worked with the world’s top leaders to tackle humanity’s biggest problems. His work in international problem-solving also translates into a pass…

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Beyond breaking the glass ceiling with Julia Gillard, Australia’s first female prime minister 47:27

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Explaining the Dunning-Kruger effect and overcoming overconfidence with David Dunning 37:51

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Mellody Hobson on taking tough feedback (re-release) 37:18

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Decoding Gen-Z slang and grammar pet peeves with linguist Anne Curzan 37:23

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How novelist Gabrielle Zevin learned to enjoy failure 38:36

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Richard Branson on saying yes now and figuring it out later 29:46

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on facing impostor syndrome and taking criticism 39:24

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The internet doesn't need your opinion on everything with Rebecca Solnit 31:35

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John Green wants you to pay attention to your attention (bonus) 53:14

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A company is not a family with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky 38:06

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Reimagining technology – and talking to animals – with Aza Raskin 42:40

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The art of failure with David Duchovny 30:33

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The art of vulnerability and connection with comedian Mae Martin 35:07

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Kara Swisher on speaking truth to power 32:37

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Anne Lamott's thoughts on love, writing, and being judgy 39:30

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How to make the most of your twenties with Meg Jay 35:21

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Yuval Noah Harari on what history teaches us about justice and peace 41:11

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The science of memory with Charan Ranganath 42:46

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Understanding the pendulum swing of global power with Ian Bremmer 35:50

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will.i.am on AI — and the future of creativity 31:46

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How to be productive without burning out, with Cal Newport 41:29

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Is your organization a little culty? with NXIVM whistleblower Sarah Edmondson 27:31

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Redefining hustle culture with Robin Arzón 39:06

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Revising the stories we hold dear with Denise Hamilton 35:16

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Power, purpose, and the American presidency with Jared Cohen 34:40

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