Episode 78: Why Voting Connects Us
Why do we vote? We explore the science behind what drives us to the polls, and the benefits we reap for ourselves and communities when we…
Can America Make a Course Correction? We’ve Done It Before
A new book looks to the last century to understand how Americans can overcome the challenges they face today.
Episode 76: If You Want to Be More Productive, Cut Yourself Some Slack
Feeling hard on yourself? Pinterest cofounder Evan Sharp learns to quiet his inner critic and tap into his highest potential.
Episode 75: A Cure for Loneliness
Feeling lonely? Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy learns why focusing on the quality of our relationships, not the quantity, can be an…
10 Keys to Everyday Anti-Racism
The founders of a new organization, the AntiRacist Table, suggest tools you can use to work against prejudice and inequality.
Eight Ways Your Perception of Reality Is Skewed
A new book explains the sometimes-unconscious forces that shape what we see, feel, and think.
Why We Should Be More Optimistic About Human Nature
A new book argues that humans are more cooperative and trustworthy than we think, and social institutions need to reflect that.
Episode 74: 24 Hours of Kindness
Why should you be nice? Our guest explores how small, daily acts of kindness can produce meaningful life changes.
How Habits Can Get in the Way of Your Goals
Habits are key to achieving your goals—but only if you don’t get tired of them, research suggests.
Nine Things You Don’t Know about Yourself
You probably do not understand yourself as well as you think you do.
How to Find Your Purpose in Life
Are you struggling to discover your purpose? That may be because you feel isolated from other people. Here's how you can overcome that.
Six Habits of Highly Empathic People
We can cultivate empathy throughout our lives, says Roman Krznaric—and use it as a radical force for social transformation.
The Cost of Blaming Parents
Anger toward parents is still at the heart of a great deal of therapy. But has this approach gone too far?
How to Survive Your Midlife Blues
Midlife malaise is common, but take heart: Happiness tends to rebound as we get older, and there are ways to cope in the meantime.
What Makes a Hero?
We all have an inner hero, argues Philip Zimbardo. Here's how to find it.
Does Self-Compassion Make You Compassionate Toward Others?
Despite what we might assume, research suggests that self-compassionate people aren't always compassionate.