People Fuss

Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels

Carrie Prince (a COO and former matchmaker) and Doug Daniels (a 3D Data Librarian and history nerd) dissect the increasingly fragile threads of human connection—in love, work, politics, and beyond. Expect intimate conversations, special guests, unexpected insights, and the occasional fiery debate as they dig into the latest trends, tech, news, and advice with equal parts curiosity and humor. Always personal. Wryly provocative. People Fuss makes space for the messy, meaningful ways we relate to each other—and why it matters.

  1. May 24

    Ep. 27 - Reconnecting Humans to Humans with Talia Rosenblum

    Doug and Carrie had the pleasure of joining Third Space Experiences founder Talia Rosenblum for a delightful dive into the world of facilitating human connection between strangers...without devices! Talia's experience lubricating the social tunnels created by Covid and the screen-heavy habits of modern day living remind us of why the People Fuss mission of connecting with each other and fussing about the fun stuff (in-person!) is ever more important as time goes on. After all, how else will we know how to properly put on our shoes and socks??? (If you know, you know). Listen in and see how Talia's experiences might help you or something you know dip your toes back into the warm light of social connection... whether you remember you missed it or not.

    50 min

  2. May 4

    Ep. 26 - Why Local Politics Matters More Than You Think (Neighborhood Councils, NIMBYs & Goat Poop)

    In our first episode back from a very long break... well, the world is now on fire (looks like our previous Iran episode didn't make it to the White House, eh?) And Los Angeles is really goin' through it! War, elections, endless headlines and drama… So where can we actually make a difference? Carrie & Doug go from global chaos to the hilarity of their local neighborhood council meeting, and why that space might just be the place to get something done. We talk about the “onion” of caring, starting from your personal health and fanning out to your neighborhood, city, state, country and even outer space. In breaking down our neighborhood council meeting, we address the NIMBYs vs. YIMBYs and the reality of housing debates. We get into kids on screens and why it sparked a real-life rant. And then, yes… goat poop in the context of fire prevention. Our take away? Go to a meeting. Say something. Fuss a little.

    42 min

  3. Feb 19

    Ep. 25 - Are We Losing the Ability to Think? AI, Tribalism & the Death of Critical Thought

    What if our brains are wired to jump to the wrong conclusion and the internet is making it worse? In this episode, Carrie and Doug sit down with executive coach and former psychiatrist Josh Gibson to unpack the decay of critical thinking, tribal media, AI shortcuts, and how to look where the light isn't. We get into System 1 vs. System 2 thinking (and why lazy brains love certainty), algorithms as our new editors, and if Ai is making us... dumber?! It’s thoughtful, funny, a little nerdy as usual, and Josh's big takeaway is a great one. Listen in!

    48 min

  4. Feb 12

    Ep. 24 - The Santa for Nerds Explains Business with RPG

    Carrie and Doug bring on Paul Pape - TEDx speaker, creative problem-solver, and self-described “Santa for Nerds” - to fuss about why creatives struggle with business, why that’s not their fault, and how gamifying money, leadership, and work can change everything. Topics discussed: -Creatives aren’t “bad at business” — it’s a translation problem -Neuro-spicy brains, character sheets, and workplace strengths -How to price your work without apologizing for it -Why business needs creativity (and vice versa) -Wizards, warriors, and not being a non-playable character in your own life We invite you to grab your sword and join the conversation adventure to see what happens!

    48 min

  5. Feb 5

    Ep. 23 - Medical AI, Bias, and the Cost of Being Black in Healthcare

    Carrie and Doug sit down with cancer scientist, nonprofit founder, and health equity advocate Dr. Eugene Manley Jr. to talk about medical AI, bias, dignity, and trust, without the jargon and without the tech hype. Want to know how bias sneaks into medical AI (even with “good intentions”), or what equity in healthcare even means, or why diversity in STEM actually changes outcomes? How about learning how MAHA, anti-vax culture, and medical skepticism hits Black communities differently? Enjoy an actual expert speaking to issues he knows and cares a lot about, while getting some chuckles in for good measure. Listen in!

    50 min

  6. Jan 29

    Ep. 22 - Ozempic, GLP-1s, and the Cost of Killing Appetite

    Ozempic is everywhere. But what happens when appetite — for food, pleasure, joy, even desire — starts to disappear? In this episode of People Fuss, Carrie and Doug are joined by author and executive coach Stephanie Peirolo to unpack the cultural obsession with GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, weight loss masquerading as wellness, and what it means to be “healthy” in a world that’s deeply uncomfortable with women’s bodies. They talk about: ✨ The difference between appetite and excess ✨ Why desire is actually a form of intelligence ✨ Feminism, thinness, aging, and conspicuous compliance ✨ Body policing, joy, food, sex, and why “less” isn’t always better It’s thoughtful, funny, a little unhinged (in a good way), and ultimately about reclaiming the wisdom of the body in a culture that keeps telling us to shrink.

    47 min

  7. Jan 24

    Ep. 21 - Iran Protests Explained – Voices From the Iranian-American Community

    What’s really happening in Iran right now — and why are these protests being compared to (and surpassing) the 2009 Green Movement? In this episode of People Fuss, we speak with Zolal Habibi, an Iranian-American activist and advocate, to break down the ongoing protests in Iran in clear, human terms. Zolal explains how nationwide strikes, student movements, and cross-generational resistance have converged into the largest uprising Iran has seen in decades — amid mass internet shutdowns, widespread arrests, and severe state violence. We discuss: -Why these protests are larger and more unified than the 2009 Green Movement -How internet blackouts and surveillance are being used to suppress information -The role of Gen Z, women, and underground resistance networks -What the international community can (and hasn’t) done -How disinformation spreads — and how activists verify what’s real What Americans can learn about protecting democratic rights before they’re lost -This conversation centers Iranian voices, lived experience, and the human cost of authoritarian rule — beyond headlines and soundbites. -Listener note: This episode includes discussion of state violence and human rights abuses.

    44 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    Ep. 20 - Divorce? Marriage Is a Contract, Love Is Not.

    In this episode of People Fuss, Carrie and Doug get honest (and funny) about divorce, marriage, domestic partnerships, and all the creative ways people build long-term love without a wedding license. From growing up in 90s Christian divorce panic to navigating student loans, taxes, health insurance, and “love parties,” they unpack what marriage actually does—and what it absolutely does not guarantee.

    46 min
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Carrie Prince (a COO and former matchmaker) and Doug Daniels (a 3D Data Librarian and history nerd) dissect the increasingly fragile threads of human connection—in love, work, politics, and beyond. Expect intimate conversations, special guests, unexpected insights, and the occasional fiery debate as they dig into the latest trends, tech, news, and advice with equal parts curiosity and humor. Always personal. Wryly provocative. People Fuss makes space for the messy, meaningful ways we relate to each other—and why it matters.

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  • Creator
    Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels
  • Show Website
    People Fuss