Why do I feel stuck? How can I become more creative? What can I do to improve my relationships? If you've ever asked yourself these questions, you're not alone. On Hidden Brain, we help you understand your own mind — and the minds of the people around you. (We're routinely rated the #1 science podcast in the United States.) Hosted by veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam. more

Every episode we blast anyone who gets in our way. We bring critical thinking, skepticism, and irreverence to any topic that makes the news, makes it big, or makes us mad. It's skeptical, it's political and there is no welcome mat. more

NonTrivial is a podcast about the patterns that exist at the intersection of science, philosophy and complexity, and how these speak to universal principles related to skills, growth and life. The longer you listen, the more you'll internalize these universal principles and see how they inform your work, your ideas, and the way you shape the world around you. Become a Member at nontrivialpodcast.com or patreon.com/8431143/join Premium members get access to Techniques and Mindsets videos, where you'll learn to implement the universal patterns I discuss as a set of skills, and shape your thinking into a formidable tool for recognizing and executing the patterns that work. Premium members also get access to the member app, with Visual Concept Summaries of Each Episode, Community Forum, Summary Notes, Transcripts, and more. more

Please Follow and Review - Top 10 of Sense Making Podcasts for 2025 🌍 One World in a New World — A Portal to Presence, Purpose, and Possibility A transformative leadership podcast where conscious conversations, spiritual awakening, and personal evolution converge. Each episode explores the hero's journey, inner wisdom, mindful leadership, and soul-centered living. Join thought leaders and everyday visionaries on a path of awakening the self, sacred storytelling, and global harmony. Ego to wego, discover the emergence of human Being. 𝙐𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙞𝙙𝙙𝙚𝙣 𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙜𝙚 more

(Apple's Best of 2018) In-depth conversations with people at the top of their game. Jordan Harbinger unpacks guests' wisdom into practical nuggets you can use to impact your work, life, and relationships. Learn from leaders (Ray Dalio, Simon Sinek, Mark Cuban), entertainers (Moby, Tip 'T.I.' Harris, Dennis Quaid), scientists (Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Nye), athletes (Kobe Bryant, Dennis Rodman, Tony Hawk) and an eclectic array of fascinating minds, from art forgers and arms traffickers to spies and psychologists. more

If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered. more

A podcast about life, the universe, and everything, Everyone Is Right delivers cutting-edge perspectives and practices to help you thrive in a rapidly changing world. Because no one is smart enough to be wrong all the time. more

Join neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking Up app. Combining Sam's decades of mindfulness practice, profound wisdom from varied philosophical and contemplative traditions, and a commitment to a secular, scientific worldview, Waking Up is a resource for anyone interested in living a more examined, fulfilling life—and a new operating system for the mind. Waking Up offers free subscriptions to anyone who can't afford one, and donates a minimum of 10% of profits to the most effective charities around the world. To learn more, please go to WakingUp.com. Sam Harris received a degree in philosophy from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from UCLA. more

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Intelligence Squared is the home of lively debate and deep-dive discussion. Follow Intelligence Squared wherever you get your podcasts and enjoy four regular episodes per week taking you to the heart of the issues that matter in the company of the world's great minds. We'd love to hear your feedback and what you think we should talk about next, who we should have on and what our future debates should be. Send us an email or voice note with your thoughts to podcasts@intelligencesquared.com or Tweet us @intelligence2. And if you'd like to support our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations, as well as ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content, early access and much more, become a supporter of Intelligence Squared today. Just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more.  more

Writer Elise Loehnen explores life's big questions with today's leading thinkers, experts, and luminaries: Why do we do what we do? How can we understand and love ourselves better? What would it look like to come together and build a more meaningful world? Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/ more

Clearer Thinking is a podcast about ideas that truly matter. If you enjoy learning about powerful, practical concepts and frameworks, wish you had more deep, intellectual conversations in your life, or are looking for non-BS self-improvement, then we think you'll love this podcast! Each week we invite a brilliant guest to bring four important ideas to discuss for an in-depth conversation. Topics include psychology, society, behavior change, philosophy, science, artificial intelligence, math, economics, self-help, mental health, and technology. We focus on ideas that can be applied right now to make your life better or to help you better understand yourself and the world, aiming to teach you the best mental tools to enhance your learning, self-improvement efforts, and decision-making. • We take on important, thorny questions like: • What's the best way to help a friend or loved one going through a difficult time? How can we make our worldviews more accurate? How can we hone the accuracy of our thinking? What are the advantages of using our 'gut' to make decisions? And when should we expect careful, analytical reflection to be more effective? Why do societies sometimes collapse? And what can we do to reduce the chance that ours collapses? Why is the world today so much worse than it could be? And what can we do to make it better? What are the good and bad parts of tradition? And are there more meaningful and ethical ways of carrying out important rituals, such as honoring the dead? How can we move beyond zero-sum, adversarial negotiations and create more positive-sum interactions? more

Welcome to The Conversation Factory, where I investigate how to create change through changing conversations. Each episode I'll talk to an amazing conversation designer about how to Amplify, Shift or Transform conversations in Organizations, Teams, Communities and our own lives. Visit www.theconversationfactory.com where I distill these insights we can bring into our work and lives. more

Master the best of what other people have already figured out.'The highest density of wisdom per episode of any podcast.'If you like what we're doing, please hit the follow button. It's a small thing, but it helps us keep going. Thanks for listening.My newsletter: https://fs.blog/newsletter/My books: https://fs.blog/books/IG: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreetLI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ more

As an organizational psychologist, Adam Grant believes that great minds don't think alike; they challenge each other to think differently. In Re:Thinking with Adam Grant, he has lively discussions and debates with some of the world's most interesting thinkers, creators, achievers, and leaders—from Lin-Manuel Miranda to Brené Brown to Mark Cuban, and Olympic medalists to Nobel laureates to Oscar winners. By diving inside their minds, Adam is on a mission to uncover bold insights and share surprising science that can make us all a little bit smarter. Tune in to Re:Thinking with Adam Grant. You might just be inspired to let go of some old ideas and embrace some new ones. Follow Adam on Instagram @adamgrant , LinkedIn at @adammgrant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Conversations with intellectual athletes and athletic intellectuals. If you're new here, try starting with #96 Albee Layer, #139 Matt Taibbi, #157 Peter Attia, #206 Chris Ryan, #216 Rick Hanson, #233 Steve Rinella, or #340 Mark Healey.Kyle Thiermann is a journalist, copywriter, and sponsored surfer for Patagonia. His work spans from editorial (Men's Health, Surfer, Outside) to creative (Patagonia, Yeti, MUD\WTR). He has written billboards above LAX, viral commercials seen by over a hundred million people, and steered better-for-you brands to cultural relevance with breakthrough advertising ideas. Kyle is represented by DiFiore Literary Agency and is in the process of publishing his first book. thiermann.substack.com more

Who reports the news? People. And at The Christian Science Monitor, we believe that it's our job to report each story with a sense of shared humanity. Through conversations with our reporters and editors, we explain the qualities behind our reporting that affect how we approach the news. Behind today's headlines we find respect, resilience, dignity, agency, and hope. 'Why We Wrote This' shows how. The Monitor is an award-winning, nonpartisan news organization with bureaus around the globe. Visit CSMonitor.com/whywewrotethis to learn more. more

What are you doing with your life? Can anyone show you the way, or must you be a light to yourself? Do we see the urgency of change?One of the greatest spiritual teachers and philosophers of all time, J. Krishnamurti challenges us to question all that we know and discover our true nature in the here and now.This official podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust now has over 250 episodes. Episodes 1-50 feature conversations between Krishnamurti and luminaries from many paths, along with readings of the classic book Commentaries on Living by actor Terence Stamp. Episode 51 onwards features carefully chosen extracts based on a theme explored by Krishnamurti. The extracts from our archives have been carefully selected to represent his different approaches to each of these universal and timelessly relevant themes.Get in touch at podcast@kfoundation.org. Please consider leaving a review, which helps the visibility of the podcast. more

Everything is broken. Adaam James Levin-Areddy and Vanessa M. Quirk, two jaded journos, interview people far wiser than themselves and ask: 'now what?' uncertain.substack.com more

Discerning Consciousness is a Podcast for sincere spiritual seekers who are keen to fully embody the eternal wisdom contained within ancient spiritual texts/teachings. The listeners are guided in this process by the host Antony, who shares a form of living wisdom gained from twenty years of being an ardent seeker of truth. In practical terms the listeners can expect to learn how to navigate the challenges of life during the current era of accelerated awakening on the planet. The podcast also features movie reviews and interviews with fascinating guests. Don't forget to tune in every Sunday for the latest episode of DC Shorts - bite sized living wisdom for a time of transformation. Website: https://discerningconsciousness.blogspot.com Contact Antony: interconnected55@gmail.com Donations: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KT76MPKTZWCTQ more

Welcome to Interintellect on Spotify! Just like our global community, this is a place of deep conversations and big ideas. Here, our hosts dive into the stories and ideas behind their salons, as well as the writings and further discussions they lead to. From science to art, we've got something for every curious mind. Hit follow and join the conversation! more

Tackling tough topics in a way that will help you feel more empathy and empower you to become a better citizen, kinder neighbor, and more effective advocate. For people who are turned off by the divisive nature of the news, but still want to engage with important issues. Hosted by journalist Julie Rose, Top of Mind is a production of BYUradio. more

Smart People Podcast is a biweekly, interview-based podcast that features today's most well respected thought leaders engaging in authentic, insightful conversation for the benefit of the listener. The host, Chris Stemp, and his co-host/producer Jon Rojas, utilize their insatiable curiosity and relatable charm to provoke their guests into giving the interview of a lifetime. Every single guest has achieved a high level of recognition within their arena and in doing so has collected a wealth of experiences and insights that are brought to life in this top ranked podcast. Show topics include: psychology, leadership, education, technology, entrepreneurship, relationships, and much more. more

people are sacred, conversations are worshipI love people, and I love having conversations. Each person is a universe unto themselves—vast, mysterious, fascinating, precious, and sacred. Conversation is a way to truly see someone, to understand who they are in their fundamental essence and the present circumstances of their life, and to meet them there—to build relationship and connect deeply.For me, my podcast is a place where I can practice this art, of seeing people deeply and connecting to them through conversation. I invite people who I'm deeply curious about and excited to talk with. more

Jeff & Darron ponder the intersection of reality, consciousness, and culture. These conversations comprise an ongoing attempt to construct meaning by exploring art and science, developing understanding of the context underpinning our current moment in time, and imagining possible futures for human civilization. No expertise here, just two guys who enjoy learning, thinking, and talking about big ideas, deep questions, and the 'beautiful illusion' that is the subjective human experience. *New episodes released every one to two months on Sunday mornings* more

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In this age of fake news, alternative facts and information overload, this podcast offers cognitive self-defense strategies and topics that will help you understand and master critical thinking in forming your claims beliefs and opinions. more

Curiosity Continuum is an ever-growing collection of content designed to ignite your creative talents and power-up your critical thinking skills.Master your world by learning the essentials needed to thrive in this century.NUCLEUS by Curiosity Continuum is home to exclusive subscriber content as well as our interactive learning platform where people share and combine their knowledge with others' knowledge to create exponential leaps in thought leadership and innovation. What started as two lifelong friends sharing their personal conversations with the world has exploded into a movement filled with people passionate about affecting meaningful change in the constantly changing world. Our conversations explore, examine, and reframe practical topics that help you learn something new and apply what you already know in a new way. more

The decisions we make have a tremendous impact on our lives and the lives of those around us. But what goes into making better decisions? Hear from experts from diverse backgrounds as they share insights on how asking the right questions, improving predictions, managing cognitive biases, and other strategies can make us better decision makers. Through real-life stories and cutting-edge research, gain practical strategies and transform your understanding of the role decisions play in our lives. more

Collective Insights is a voyage through topics and technologies revolutionizing human well-being. Brought to you by Qualia Life. more

Welcome to The Public Figure Society , the podcast exploring leadership, influence, and authenticity in the age of AI. We've all been promoted to public figures. AI has taken over 90% of our tasks, thrusting us into leadership whether we're ready or not. The gatekeepers are gone. We are now the architects of our lives and the changemakers of society. But with this promotion comes responsibility: How do we lead ourselves? How do we get discovered and build our presence? And when AI handles everything else, what do we do with what's left? How do we stay authentically human? This podcast explores these questions through conversations with leaders, innovators, and everyday people who are navigating this shift. We'll profile those doing it well, bring in experts to share their strategies, and uncover what it means to thrive as a public figure in this new age. Each episode focuses on: Leadership What does it mean to lead when AI is your taskmaster? How do we shift from following to leading ourselves? Influence How do you get discovered? How do you build your presence and share your gifts with the world? The strategies that worked for celebrities now work for everyone. Authenticity If AI takes over 90% of our tasks, what do we do with the remaining 10%? This is where we become fully human. What matters most to you? What do you want to create, explore, contribute? Join us as we explore the changing role of the public figure, master the art of influence, and discover how to stay human in the age of AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Harnessing Agility: Embracing Possibility We are living in exciting times, but also challenging ones. The world has become more complex and so have our lives. There is a need for new ways of thinking that can help us navigate this complexity and make sense of the future. The Inspirational Insights podcast (Insight to Action) brings you different perspectives on how we can make sense of our complex world, and find solutions for leadership challenges while creating a better future for everyone. Adversity is an opportunity to be better at being human in connection to nature and to an inspiring purpose. Inspirational Insights is an enlightening and inspiring podcast that covers personal business, global issues, decision-making leadership, and leading in complexity. The show's topics range from next-gen to consciousness shifting with the goal of reconnecting decisions and impact to caring about biodiversity by sharing practical insights on how we can all make a difference now. Subscribe now so you don't miss out. You can also find us on iTunes and Spotify. Hosted by Dawna Jones. For personal and business insights listen today! https://shows.acast.com/insight-to-action-inspirational-insights-podcast Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/insight-to-action-inspirational-insights-podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

We explore new and emerging ideas in philosophy, well-being, human potential, consciousness and more as we seek clarity and direction through heavily changing times. Virtually every aspect of our society is crumbling or transitioning media, technology, consciousness, economies, education, relationships and more. Old ways of looking at and understanding our world are no longer relevant, and new ways encourage us to look more deeply at why our world is the way it is, and what about US creates it to be this way. The questions of who we are, why we are here, and what future we truly want to create, are on the table for us to re-approach. more

The 'Know What You See' podcast delves into the ways our fundamental need to connect with others profoundly shapes our experience of life. On each episode, through conversations with experts and people just trying to make sense of it all, Brian Lowery takes a journey of exploration—answering and raising questions to deepen our understanding of and appreciation for the often surprising, sometimes perplexing, and now and then transcendent lives we create together. more

Boost your career and success by learning to deal with the nonsense of pleasing a boss, playing nice with colleagues, making subordinates productive, and living a life. (Why should you learn to deal with nonsense at work? Because nonsense stops you from being successful. Nonsense is always at work. It never stops. That's the bad news. The good news is that there is always some sense in nonsense, if you look for it. And if you are willing to look for it, time and again you will find that you can make the nonsense at work work for you.)For more, visit https://nonsenseatwork.com more