Malcolm Gladwell, renowned author of "The Tipping Point" and "Outliers," engages in a thought-provoking dialogue about the significance of self-correction and the evolution of personal perspectives. He explores strategies for coping with failure and emphasizes the need for honest feedback, using cooking as a metaphor for growth. The conversation also touches on the challenges of college admissions reform, the psychology behind self-expression, and the interplay between privilege and societal complaints. A lively mix of anecdotes and insights makes for an entertaining discussion!

Malcolm Gladwell hosts a live discussion with Adam Grant about his new book 'Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things'. They explore the emphasis on innate talent, Adam's impostor syndrome and perfectionism, the evidence on affirmative action, and touch on topics like humility and psychoanalysis.

For our final episode of the year, let’s revisit Adam and Malcolm’s conversation from the archive.When Adam Grant and Malcolm Gladwell sit down to challenge each other, everything is fair game. Sit ringside for this collegial cage match in which two preeminent writers rethink each other's ideas in an insatiable quest to get closer to the truth. Is intelligence undersold or oversold? Does individual blaming and shaming obscure the pursuit of real change on racism? Could rethinking everything lead not only to a better business but a better life? In pursuit of answers, Grant and Gladwell agree on this much: you shouldn't believe everything you think. Find the transcript for this episode at go.ted.com/T4GTscript4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Malcolm Gladwell, famed author of hits like 'The Tipping Point,' discusses the importance of self-correction with host Adam at the Authors@Wharton series. They dig into Gladwell's latest reflections on past ideas and how personal mistakes can lead to growth. The conversation covers strategies for coping with failure, rethinking college admissions, and the value of diverse feedback cultures. They even debate the intriguing link between fashion choices and social anxiety while exchanging humorous takes on reading habits.

Malcolm Gladwell is an author who across his six bestsellers has sold millions and millions of books, and his podcast Revisionist History is listened to by millions and millions of listeners every week.Malcolm blessed us with his insights on everything on how to deal with regrets to how to keep the memory of our loved ones alive, from America’s mass incarceration crisis to what was Steve Jobs actually good at?Malcolm’s book, The Bomber Mafia, is out now in paperback, and his podcast, Revision History, is currently releasing its seventh season.Follow Malcolm:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/malcolmgladwell/ Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/gladwell Malcolm's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bomber-Mafia-Story-Set-War/dp/024153500XFollow me:https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is David Epstein. David is a writer and researcher extraordinaire and the author of two great books. His second, Range, is out today and I highly recommend it. We discuss the pros and cons of both the generalist and specialist mindsets in detail and go down many interesting trails along the way. Please enjoy our conversation. For more episodes go to InvestorFieldGuide.com/podcast. Sign up for the book club, where you’ll get a full investor curriculum and then 3-4 suggestions every month at InvestorFieldGuide.com/bookclub. Follow Patrick on Twitter at @patrick_oshag   Show Notes 1:12 - (First Question) – What he uncovered in “The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance” that led him to his latest book             2:38 – Debate with Malcolm Gladwell (YouTube) 4:12 – What did the public pay most attention to and what did they gloss over 7:56 – How his views on nature vs nurture shifted during the process of writing The Sports Gene 10:05 – Blending practice with your nature 13:04 – His process of reading 10 journal articles a day as part of his research 19:06 – Exploring his new book “Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World”, and his idea of Martian tennis 23:03 – Idea of the cult of the head start and how we set up our own feedback loops 28:58 – What does his research say about the nations education system 30:42 – The Flynn Effect chapter 33:54 – Hacks for learning 37:52 – The concept of struggle and harnessing the power of it 46:31 – Personality changes and how to drive those changes in a positive way 52:00 – Using the outside perspective in businesses for more productive outcomes and how it applied to Nintendo             52:59 – Josh Wolfe Podcast Episode 1:04:45 – Other examples of using withered technologies, 3M 1:09:00 – The arc of his work and how it has evolved 1:13:54 – Taking a different view on problems             1:17:52 – Ending Medical Reversal: Improving Outcomes, Saving Lives 1:18:04– Anyway to change these bad trends with new strategies   Learn More For more episodes go to InvestorFieldGuide.com/podcast.  Sign up for the book club, where you’ll get a full investor curriculum and then 3-4 suggestions every month at InvestorFieldGuide.com/bookclub Follow Patrick on twitter at @patrick_oshag

Malcolm Gladwell, an acclaimed author known for his bestselling book 'The Tipping Point,' reflects on his past analysis of crime rates in New York City. He admits his earlier views inadvertently supported the controversial 'stop and frisk' policy. Gladwell emphasizes how journalists should recognize that stories evolve and are never truly over. He shares personal insights on urban transformation and the necessity of empathy in discussing policing. The conversation also touches on adapting to uncertainty, especially in the context of AI's role in business.

Malcolm Gladwell, acclaimed author and journalist, returns to chat with Conan. He shares insights from his latest book, exploring the complexities of parenting as a new father, and reflects on the opioid crisis. Gladwell delves into Harvard's sports culture and its impact on admissions, revealing the challenges of meritocracy. He humorously examines societal shifts in media portrayals, highlighting how they shape public perception. Their conversation blends serious topics with lighthearted anecdotes, making for a truly engaging discussion.

Malcolm Gladwell, renowned author of best-sellers like The Tipping Point, delves into the darker side of tipping points and their escalating effects. He critiques the ethical implications of social contagion, especially in the context of technology and the opioid crisis. Gladwell also reflects on shifting perspectives in policing strategies and emphasizes the importance of embracing changes in scientific understanding. He highlights how minority representation fosters meaningful change and discusses the challenges of navigating weak signals in our data-saturated world.

Malcolm Gladwell, an insightful author and journalist known for works like 'The Tipping Point', joins the discussion to explore tight values versus loose ideas. He emphasizes adapting beliefs through new evidence and the importance of cultural heritage, sparked by his Nigerian ancestry. The conversation touches on the influence of television on societal understanding, particularly regarding LGBTQ+ representation. Malcolm also critiques meritocracy in Harvard admissions and celebrates the unity formed through diverse experiences, like playing soccer.