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In each episode, we talk with inspiring scientists, thinkers, and other self-actualized individuals who will give you a greater understanding of yourself, others, and the world we live in. Scott Barry Kaufman explores the depths of human potential and tries to get a glimpse into human possibility in every episode.

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In each episode, we talk with inspiring scientists, thinkers, and other self-actualized individuals who will give you a greater understanding of yourself, others, and the world we live in. Scott Barry Kaufman explores the depths of human potential and tries to get a glimpse into human possibility in every episode.

    Mastering Clear Thinking w/ Shane Parrish

    Mastering Clear Thinking w/ Shane Parrish

    This week Scott is joined by author and creator of Farnham Street blog Shane Parrish. Scott and Shane discuss mastering the skill of clear thinking, taming emotions and one's ego, and practical tips for strength and resilience.
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Think Bigger and Innovate w/ Sheena S. Iyengar

    Think Bigger and Innovate w/ Sheena S. Iyengar

    This week Scott is joined by Columbia business professor Dr. Shena Lyengar on how we make choices and innovate. Scott and Sheena discuss the essential tools of becoming a good chooser, the neuroscience of creativity and innovation, and how outsiders can come into a field and become an expert in it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 43 min
    Failing Well w/ Amy Edmondson

    Failing Well w/ Amy Edmondson

    This week Scott is joined by author of "The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well". Scott and Amy discuss the encouragement of taking smart risks, reframing one's thinking to expect and accept more failure to gain greater success, and how to have a little fun when something doesn't work out. 
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    • 1 hr
    How To Be The Love You Seek w/ Dr. Nicole LePera

    How To Be The Love You Seek w/ Dr. Nicole LePera

    This week Scott is joined by “The Holistic Psychologist ”, Dr. Nicole LePera, author of the new book "How To Be The Love You Seek". They discuss the importance of being emotionally connected to yourself, healing personal traumas, and expressing your emotions authentically to others.
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Cancelling Cancel Culture w/ Greg Lukianoff & Rikki Schlott

    Cancelling Cancel Culture w/ Greg Lukianoff & Rikki Schlott

    This week Scott is joined by authors of the new book "The Cancelling of The American Mind", Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott. The three discuss cancel culture's effect on human psychology and how to course correct a society intent on cancelling itself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 55 min
    No Bad Parts w/ Richard Schwartz

    No Bad Parts w/ Richard Schwartz

    This week Scott is joined by therapist and creator of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Richard Schwartz. Dr. Schwartz offers his latest thoughts on IFS, personal burdens, and the 8 C's of Self-Energy. He even helps Scott make contact with a part of himself that's been buried since childhood summer camp during an impromptu therapy session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 1 hr 6 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
283 Ratings

283 Ratings

fil.lion ,

Scott’s Most Excellent Podcast: Valuable Psychological Insights Available

I’ve been listening to Scott’s podcast for a few years now. I’m impressed by his guest line up and the numerous topics they cover. I drive a lot for work, Scott and his guests are my constant companions while I’m on the road.

I have a degree in psychology, so in a sense I am continuing my education through this podcast. I love to learn, especially about psychology, so this podcast makes me extremely happy!

Thank you!

Tracy L. FIllion

Sheldon G 🙏💯💪 ,

Amazing!

I’m very greatful for Scott and I believe he is doing a valuable public service because I can tell his intentions are genuinely sincere and altruistic. He aims at both strengthening the individual and society as a whole. His work deeply resonates with me on a very personal level. In the context of building happiness as in life satisfaction and purpose I’ve learned that it’s best to focus on improving the relationships in your life and if I recall correctly he was the first person I heard speak about high quality connections(HQCs) learned hopefulness and a growth mindset. His podcast is one of my absolute favourites and I really appreciate how humble he is and willing to give others credit. He’s very good at bringing people together and networking among his academic peers. I believe he’s going to continue to have a major positive impact in the present and future generations and leave a lasting legacy that’s going influence others just like the highly formidable legend Maslow.

Dr Rocktapus ,

Too many ads

Nice that you managed to squeeze Joseph Goldstein in between all those ads and promos. Sheesh.

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