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Optimist Economy

Kathryn Anne Edwards and Robin Rauzi

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Economist Kathryn Anne Edwards and co-host Robin Rauzi talk about the fundamentals of the economy and how to build a better future one problem and solution at a time. Our premise is that the United States has a remarkable economy — and yet for tens of millions of Americans it is not performing up to its potential. It could be more open to aspiring workers, less hostile to change, safer for workers, less risky for retirees, and so on. ✨ Support the podcast at: optimisteconomy.com ✨ Ask questi ...
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Reasonably Optimistic

The Washington Post

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Enough with the doom and gloom — we’re ready to talk about how America can thrive. Hosted by Washington Post Opinion columnist Megan McArdle, “Reasonably Optimistic” is your weekly conversation about how America can get unstuck and build a better future. Stop feeding your rage and start embracing our possibilities. Episodes drop Wednesdays.
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Shirtloads of Science

Dr Karl Kruszelnicki

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Dr Karl's a curious optimist – a great combination for a science lover. Join him and his guests for weird facts, amazing conversation and remember, it's never too late for a happy childhood. https://drkarl.com/
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Do you like the stories from around the world that recognize and celebrate the people and events making a positive change? Tune in to The Optimist Daily's Weekly Roundup, where our solutions-focused stories continue, and hear behind-the-scenes discussions from the people bringing you the news.
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• We will be taking about being more conscious of our behavior and mental thoughts and ways to avoid habits that can destroy us in the long run • Also, we are discussing ways to identifying our mental state on mind • Ways of facing and connecting true feeling with the right emotion. • Tips on how to avoid suppressing your true feelings and start connecting it with the real life situation at current.
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Say no to fearmongering and join us every Friday for the Rational Optimist Podcast. You'll discover incredible things happening that everyone should know but most people don't... from the revival of supersonic flight and nuclear power, to the revolution in biotech now underway. You'll also get authentic opinions on today's headlines from the perspective of two guys (Stephen McBride and Dan Steinhart) who unapologetically love humanity, technology, capitalism, and prosperity.
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Optimistic Voices

Helping Children Worldwide; Dr. Laura Horvath, Emmanuel M. Nabieu, Yasmine Vaughan, Melody Curtiss

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Vital voices in the fields of global health, global child welfare reform and family separation, and those intent on conducting ethical missions in low resource communities and developing nations. Join our hosts as they engage in conversations with diverse guests from across the globe, sharing optimistic views, experiences, and suggestions for better and best practices as they discuss these difficult topics.
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I’m Amy McDonald, and I am on the hunt for the next generation of leaders, both in the ballot boxes and the teams behind them. On The Foolish Optimist, you’ll find interviews with candidates running for office in the 2025 and 2026 elections and beyond. But we also speak with civilians working behind the scenes to make elections go. You’ll find tidbits on how to communicate effectively, how neuroscience fits into campaigns, and what you can do with your current skills to help get quality cand ...
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The Optimistic Curmudgeon

OptimisticCurmudgeon2021

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The Optimistic Curmudgeon is an interview podcast where Josh Herring interviews expert guests whose credentials and experience help listeners understand truth in a confusing world. We discuss issues under seven areas: economics, politics, education, philosophy, business, virtue, and leadership! May the best ideas win.
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Welcome to The Optimistic Outlook, a daily podcast with one idea to help you train your most important muscle — your brain — and apply it in real life. I'm John Eades, sharing insights from real leaders, modern psychology, and daily experiences to help you grow and lead with purpose.
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Welcome to The Joyful Optimist Podcast! You've arrived in a space where joy isn't just a fleeting feeling. It's a way of being, a daily practice, and a game-changing power move. I'm your host, Sandy Kusano. In a world consumed by fear and stuck in survival mode, I'm here to guide you on a radically different path. This podcast is your passport to embark on a journey toward joy. A journey that breaks you free from stress and scarcity, and helps you step into the best and highest frequency you ...
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Choose Optimism

Optimist International

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Learn how the live an Optimistic life with Optimist International. Optimist International is an International Service club with the Mission of Bringing out the Best in Youth, Ourselves and our Communities
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Positively Pedestrian

Kris Tyte & Sean Snodgrass

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Two IT nerds and longtime friends discuss technology, ethics, life, relationships, artificial intelligence, and a wide range of nonsense. While going on early morning walks for exercise, Sean Snodgrass and Kris Tyte realized others may (or more than likely may not) want to hear the kinds of things they talk about. Positively Pedestrian Podcast is aptly named. They are optimistic, positive-thinking people, they are walking, and understand that their point of view on pretty much everything is ...
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Welcome to the ”An Optimistic Future: Our Actions Matter” podcast, where we explore the incredible power of individual actions to shape our collective future. In each episode we delve into important social, environmental, and economic issues, and discover how everyday choices can make a world of difference. From insightful discussions and expert interviews, we are compiling a list of simple steps we can all take to effect positive global changes. Together, through conscious choices and meani ...
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D' Optimist

Tevin Morris

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Gewoon Young Adults die ondanks in een crisis alles doen om hun business draaiende te houden optimistisch blijven of proberen te blijven (met ook realistisch blik) - Dit zijn hun ervaringen! Veel plezier :)
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The Optimist

Sam and Ian McCracken

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The Optimist! A podcast dedicated to giving popularly rejected film and TV another shot. Follow Ian and Sam on a painful and educational journey into the depths of entertainment's greatest disappointments.
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Awkward OPTIMIST

Awkward Optimist

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When you're a late bloomer in terms of maturity at a marrying age, everything either seems confusing or emotionally unknown that you just laugh at depression...then laugh crying. Cover art photo provided by George Kourounis on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@neudekk
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Optimistic Outlook

Siemens USA

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The Optimistic Outlook explores the rise of a new industrial tech sector—the transformation reshaping American industry, infrastructure, and transportation. Each episode looks beyond today’s challenges in sustainability, workforce development, and digital transformation to highlight practical solutions powered by technologies available now. Featuring thought leaders and industry experts, the podcast examines how technology, leadership, and workplace dynamics intersect to shape the future. Ep ...
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The Eternal Optimist

Matt Drinkhahn

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The ‘Eternal Optimist’ is the show for people who see the good in the world and want to make a positive difference in the lives of their families and communities! Twice a week Matt Drinkhahn will help you see challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. You’ll start thinking bigger and playing offense in life more consistently. Every week you’ll hear inspiring stories from people who faced immense challenges and KEPT GOING.
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The Optimistic American

Optimistic American

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The past, present, and future of the United States are full of promise. A promise sustained by the efforts of brave individuals and organizations who champion the pursuit of technology, improving the human condition, free markets, and a belief in who we are. We are losing the fact that we are a nation of dreamers, a catapult for those who have the heart to dare, a place that rewards ingenuity and innovation. This country, more than any other, succeeded by making possible the release of the h ...
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Welcome to American Optimist hosted by Joe Lonsdale, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of four multi-billion dollar companies and other mission-driven organizations. American Optimist is an alternative to the fear, cynicism, and zero-sum thinking in mainstream media. Learn from the innovators and leaders who are solving our nation’s most pressing challenges -- and doing it in a way that will lift everyone up. Hope should dominate our discourse, and American Optimist will show you why.
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The Optimist Podcast

Optimist Media

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The Optimist Podcast is a series of interviews with inspirational people making a difference all over the world. From Uganda to Indonesia to Paraguay The Optimist Podcast tells funny stories, explores different cultures, and features the projects and people that are making real change across the globe.
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Balancing the Scales: Marketing for the Ruthless Optimist is the unapologetic, strategy-packed podcast for entrepreneurs, coaches, and service-based business owners who want to dominate visibility, outrank competitors, and scale with precision. Hosted by Bridget Brooks , Co-founder of Search Everywhere Marketing , this show breaks down the truth about modern marketing: what actually converts, what’s a waste of money, and how to build omnipresence across Google, YouTube, SEO, Meta ads, and ev ...
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Digital Optimist

Scott Klososky

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It is seductive to fear the future because we are biologically programmed to look for danger. This natural impulse is enabled by popular media. However, this podcast is meant to awaken a sense of hope for a bright Humalogy™ future. With a more expansive view of the facts, history has proven that humanity constantly progresses. Technology is increasing the speed at which we experience this beneficial progression.
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To respond to the challenging times we are living through, physician, humanitarian and social justice advocate Dr. Paul Zeitz has identified “Revolutionary Optimism” as a new cure for hopelessness, despair, and cynicism. Revolutionary Optimism is itself an infectious, contagious, self-created way of living and connecting with others on the path of love. Once you commit yourself as a Revolutionary Optimist, you can bravely unleash your personal power, #unify with others, and accelerate action ...
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The podcast for managers who want to rework the workplace and leave a lasting legacy by putting people first. Your host for Manager on a Mission is Tosca Fasso, a former Fortune 100 executive with 30 years of management experience turned podcaster, author, speaker, consultant and optimist. Whether you're a first-time or aspiring manager or even a veteran leader who's been wondering how to navigate Corporate America while still being your authentic self, this is the podcast for you. With ever ...
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Nonprofit Optimist

Molly MacCready

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The Nonprofit Optimist podcast showcases positive change agents and talks through lessons that their small nonprofits have learned. With interviews of executive directors, founders, board members and staff leaders, we share practical advice based on real experiences working in the non-profit sector. Since most nonprofit professionals wear many hats, this is a great opportunity to learn how to grow your small nonprofit without needing to re-invent the wheel!
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🎙️ In this episode, Bridget is joined by Amanda Carraway, COO and Chief Momentum Officer at Search Everywhere Marketing, for a deep dive into modern buyer psychology in 2026 — and why the old “one-ad, one-funnel” mindset is officially dead. Buyers today don’t see one ad and buy. They research. They scroll. They Google you. They watch videos, read r…
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Excellence is not loud. It is intentional. And it shows up in the way we treat ordinary moments. In this episode, John shares a powerful story from The Angus Barn in Raleigh, North Carolina, and a bartender named Sev who embodied what real excellence looks like. From small details to daily discipline, this story reveals why excellence is not about …
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What if wealth isn’t about money at all? In this reflective episode, Sandy Kusano explores a different definition of wealth—rooted in connection, presence, legacy, and lived experience—drawing inspiration from philosopher, Alan Watts and life’s pivotal transitions. What if wealth isn’t something you accumulate—but something you experience? In this …
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Australia just became the first country to ban social media accounts for kids under 16... but will it actually keep them safer online? In this episode, Arielle and Karissa unpack the data that pushed lawmakers to act, the huge loopholes critics are worried about, and the real trade-offs for teens, parents, and platforms. They also ask a bigger ques…
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Send us a text A center for indigenous birthing practices grew out of an expatriate's dream and was realized as a thriving hub for Indigenous midwives in Guatemala. The ground shifted when a model of local ownership and global alliance collided with personal greed. Executive Director Asia Blackwell unpacks the full arc: early wins rooted in trust, …
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Listener Max did his grad thesis on pay transparency laws in Colorado and found that they narrowed the gender wage gap by 8 cents on the dollar. But some big-name economists reported that such laws can actually reduce wages. So what’s the deal? Kathryn’s answer during our October Q&A was so overlong and multipart that we jokingly called it, “The Ma…
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Science fiction writer Neal Stephenson predicted the metaverse, wearable tech and artificial intelligence long before those technologies arrived. What does he think of it all now? Host Megan McArdle talks to Stephenson about the future of AI, education and social media — and how his fiction became a window into the culture of Silicon Valley. Timeco…
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Valentina Mendoza: Breaking Barriers in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District Follow along with her campaign at VoteVale.com or VoteVale on socials. Join Amy McDonald on The Foolish Optimist Podcast as she engages in a deep and impactful conversation with Valentina Mendoza, a trans Chicana neurodivergent attorney running for Congress in New Jerse…
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In this conversation, Quinten and James explore various themes including unique business ideas, the flexibility of sales jobs, cultural experiences from travel, memorable moments from the World Cup, and the joys of winter activities like snowboarding. They also discuss the challenges of living at home, the effects of caffeine and edibles, the thera…
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Martin Cothran, co-founder of @memoriapress , discusses his entry into classical education, the challenges facing classical education today, and the reason he and Cheryl Lowe founded Memoria Press. Cothran is the author of two logic books, many, many articles, and teaches for @MemoriaCollege . We also discuss Kentucky politics, and reflect on the f…
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In this episode of New Frontiers, Paul Johnson sits down with Bob Robb and Henry Thompson to break down the growing political earthquake reshaping the United States — the rise of independent voters and the increasing demand for a viable third party. With nearly one-third of voters now registered as unaffiliated, frustration with Democrats and Repub…
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Historic investments in manufacturing and AI data centers are creating a new wave of opportunities in skilled trades. But that opportunity isn’t always accessible, especially for workers facing barriers like childcare, housing, transportation, or financial pressures. In this episode, David Etzwiler speaks with Rachel Korberg, Executive Director of …
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An Optimistic Future Podcast founder and host, Bryan Rade, discusses the impact of currency debasement and strategies to consider to mitigate the negative impact in our lives. Interested in a list of simple steps to help make the world a better place? Please visit: https://www.optimisticfuturepodcast.com/simple-steps Do you have a bit more time and…
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In Part V of our Gaming Series, we examine with our guest, Shaday Agosto-Vázquez, how algorithms, AI, and modern digital systems shape what we see and believe without disclosure or consent. From recommendation loops and misinformation rabbit holes to AI systems mirroring and amplifying belief, the conversation surveys how readily human cognition ca…
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This episode i'm joined by Ashley Iredale, a consumer technologist and content producer whose winding career through industrial design has armed him with a trove of quirky tips and practical wisdom. Ashley breaks down the real efficiency of hand-washing versus dishwashers, explains how a dishwasher can double as an oven, and settles the age-old que…
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Life is richer when you enjoy it the right way. In this episode, John breaks down Arthur Brooks' powerful rule for happiness: if something gives you pleasure and you use it alone, you are using it wrong. A simple principle that can change the way you experience joy, connection, and community. 🟩 Quote of the Day: Pleasure shared becomes joy. 🔗 Get t…
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This is the program’s final episode and, as such, we look back over the past 17 years. What did the future look like back in 2009 when the show first aired? What have been the major trends during that time? Which predictions came to fruition and which didn’t? And what cautions do our guests have as we look ahead? Guests Mica Sifry – US-based writer…
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Oregon coach Dan Lanning asked a question that stops you in your tracks. The world may grade you on wins and losses, but your personal scoreboard is something only you can define. In this episode, John shares why success needs a deeper measure and how to choose one that reflects who you want to become. 🟩 Quote of the Day: Real success begins with h…
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Most people try to avoid pain, yet discomfort is often the clearest sign of progress. In this episode, John shares the story of his daughter's braces and a coaching moment with a CEO to show why the actions that feel the hardest are often the ones that matter most. Pain is not always a problem. Sometimes it is proof that you are growing. 🟩 Quote of…
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Life's hardest seasons rarely change through big dramatic moments. They change one small action at a time. In this episode, John shares a powerful story from hurricane recovery efforts in Florida and the lesson they teach about digging yourself out of difficult seasons. One scoop at a time. 🟩 Quote of the Day: In any difficult season, the way out i…
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After spending most of her life denying she had feelings, Christy Pretzinger built a business based largely on helping others develop them. Now CEO of WG Content and founder of The Better Leader Project, she's on a mission to help Gen Z develop the human skills that will make them irreplaceable in an AI-driven world—while creating workplaces where …
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Your body language tells the truth before your words ever do. In this episode, John breaks down why body language is one of the strongest signs of mental toughness and how most people project emotions they never meant to share. He ends with a simple challenge that instantly improves how you carry yourself. Key Takeaway: Your body is always speaking…
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You ever feel like your brand is everywhere… yet somehow invisible at the exact same time? Welcome to Balancing the Scales—the podcast for entrepreneurs, agency owners, and brands who are done guessing and ready to scale with precision. Hosted by Bridget Brooks, co-founder of Search Everywhere Marketing, a high-performance paid media agency with 20…
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When joy feels far away, how do you find your way back to yourself? In this deeply honest relaunch, Sandy shares the season that broke her open, what Hawai‘i awakened, what Arizona revealed, and how mental fitness and True Wealth helped her return to joy. When joy feels far away, what do you do? How do you come back to yourself when life unravels, …
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In this episode, I'm joined by the legendary Dame Susan Jocelyn Bell Burnell - the pioneering astrophysicist who discovered pulsars, launching an entirely new field of astrophysics. She began her PhD searching for quasars, but soon noticed a strange, repetitive signal appearing night after night - so peculiar she jokingly labelled it LGM ("Little G…
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This week, Karissa and Arielle tackle two big, very real-world solutions: how to gracefully ask friends and family if they're sick before a holiday hangout, and why the U.S. finally introducing its first female crash test dummy is a major win for road safety and equity. They unpack expert advice on setting health boundaries without drama, explain h…
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Approval feels great, but basing your identity on it is dangerous. In this episode, John shares how easy it is to get hooked on other people's praise and why it eventually erodes confidence. He explains how to shift from chasing approval to chasing excellence. Key Takeaway: Approval is a bonus, not a foundation for your identity. Quote of the Day: …
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How many of the articles you see on the internet are actually written by AI, not by humans? We'll give you a figure based on the latest research. Also, why is Google moving away from its well-established search-engine algorithm in favour of AI-generated summaries; The importance of remembering that urban planning isn't just about buildings, it's ab…
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A nine hour car ride turned into an unexpected relationship lesson. After a tough moment with his wife, John came across three lines from Thomas Lelu that reframed the entire conversation. In this episode, John explains why love needs action, trust needs proof, and sorry needs change. Key Takeaway: Relationships grow when your behavior matches your…
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After failing to become a professional basketball player in Australia, Chris March took a leap that would define the next 16 years of his life—and his entire leadership philosophy. What started as a rite of passage trip to London became a career spanning three continents, multiple industries, and a deep understanding of what middle managers really …
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In this, the fourth episode of our gaming saga featuring gaming enthusiast Shaday Agosto-Vázquez, we explore why play isn't just something that children do; it's a fundamental mechanism of human life. From kids who invent games to cope with the world, to adults navigating layered systems of rules, incentives, and power, gaming reveals to us how soc…
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Today is a special episode. The Optimistic Outlook began as a simple idea to train my kids' most important muscle on the way to school. It turned into a daily newsletter, then a podcast, and today it has become something bigger. My new book, The Optimistic Outlook: 101 Lessons to Train Your Most Important Muscle, Your Brain, is officially available…
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Enough with the doom and gloom — we’re ready to talk about how America can thrive. Hosted by Washington Post Opinion columnist Megan McArdle, “Reasonably Optimistic” is your weekly conversation about how America can get unstuck and build a better future. Stop feeding your rage and start embracing our possibilities. Episodes drop Wednesdays. Subscri…
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The Foolish Optimist Podcast: Esther Kim Varet on Running for Congress in California's 40th District Follow along at EstherKimVaret.com In this episode of The Foolish Optimist Podcast, host Amy interviews Esther Kim Varet, a congressional candidate running in California's 40th district. Esther shares her journey from Googling how to run for Congres…
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Welcome to the wild ride of "Ben Bo$$” where we dive into the chaotic world of comedy, music festivals, and the eternal quest for the perfect barbecue. Join Ben Bo and his pals as they navigate the ups and downs of life with a side of laughter, a sprinkle of sarcasm, and a whole lot of "what the heck just happened?" moments. From debating the merit…
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In this episode, John tells the incredible story of Elisha Otis, the inventor who stepped onto his own elevator platform and ordered the rope to be cut in front of a live crowd. It was a moment of courage that changed modern cities forever. John connects this act to the courage we all need when we believe in something deeply. Key Takeaway: You cann…
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Most people think the hardest part of progress is discipline or consistency. It isn't. The hardest part is showing up. In this episode, John shares a story from getting back into weight lifting in his forties and why the first step always carries the most resistance. Key Takeaway: Nothing meaningful happens until you move from thinking to acting. Q…
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We’re living in the first generation of a digital era that’s designed to divide us, and most of us don’t even realize it. In this episode, Dr. Paul Zeitz sits down with peacebuilder and diplomat Danielle M. Reiff, author and editor of Overcoming Information Chaos, to explore how our digital world is fueling division and how we can reclaim peace, co…
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Balancing The Scales is the must-listen marketing podcast for entrepreneurs, agency owners, coaches, and service-based businesses who want to master Google Ads, Meta Ads, YouTube growth, paid media strategy, and omnipresent brand visibility in 2025 and 2026. Hosted by Bridget Brooks, co-founder of Search Everywhere Marketing, this show delivers cut…
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This week I'm joined by John Staton, one of Australia's leading sunscreen-testing experts, to unpack the big headlines surrounding sunscreen safety. A recent Choice report revealed that 16 out of the 20 tested sunscreen products failed to meet their advertised SPF rating by a significant figure. John helps us to understand what is really going on. …
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Send us a text What happens when we stop viewing rural communities as problems to be fixed and start recognizing them as powerful agents of their own transformation? The answer unfolds beautifully in this eye-opening conversation with Aminata Kamara and Sheku Mohamed Gassimu Jr. from One Village Partners (OVP), a Sierra Leonean organization revolut…
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The day after Thanksgiving might be the hardest day of the year to feel motivated. There is a reason. When you are full, you are not hungry. In this episode, John explains why motivation comes from deprivation and how reconnecting with the gap between where you are and where you want to be can reignite your fire. Quote of the Day: "Motivation does …
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