414 episodes

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.

    Play Is Learning w/ Yumi Kendall

    Play Is Learning w/ Yumi Kendall

    This week Scott is joined by Assistant Principal Cellist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Yumi Kendall. They discuss classical music's role in human flourishing and human transcendence, how life changes once you're a mother, and the sublime coincidence of Yumi occupying the same chair as Scott's grandfather in the Philadelphia Orchestra. 
    2:01-The Suzuki Method
    7:53-What Is A Waldorf Education?
    12:19-Yumi's Crystalizing Experience With The Cello
    15:59-What Does Talent Mean?
    25:33-What Are The Characteristics Of A Creative Musician?
    32:28-What Are Tiers Of Transcendence?
    40:32-The Importance of Self Compassion
    42:12-How Can We Cultivate Healthy Organizations?
    48:59-How Motherhood Has Enriched Yumi's LifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 51 min
    Learning to Love Midlife w/ Chip Conley

    Learning to Love Midlife w/ Chip Conley

    This week Scott is joined Modern Elder Academy Founder and best selling author, Chip Conley. Scott and Chip discuss the joys of living in midlife, the importance of being a part of something bigger than yourself, and why life gets better with age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 51 min
    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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    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

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