Manoush Zomorodi

Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio Hour, dives into paleontologist Ken Lacovara's groundbreaking discoveries at the Edelman Fossil Park. They discuss the amazing fossil bed unearthed near a Lowe's store that links directly to the catastrophic asteroid impact that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 million years ago. The conversation highlights the importance of fossil excavation in understanding our planet's history and inspires listeners to appreciate the urgency of climate action to protect biodiversity.

We want to hear from YOU! Take our survey.Ever wish you had the courage to try something entirely new? To create something that didn’t exist before? Even if you’re already successful at your career, and you enjoy much of it? Sometimes we just feel this call to try on something new. That’s one of the big ideas we dive into with award-winning journalist and podcaster Manoush Zomorodi. • Manoush had success at NPR but later started her own company and podcast, showing it's never too late to try something new.• Manoush recommends side passions or "garden plots" that let you experiment freely, fueling your main work with energy and excitement.• We discuss the rapid impact of technology on identity, creativity and relationships, and how to harness change instead of just surviving it.• Manoush believes in laughing at life's absurdity, being proud of getting older, and taking action instead of waiting on others to live a good life.• The conversation covers big ideas, passions and perspectives on living well from Manoush's viewpoint as an award-winning journalist.Join us as we dive into big ideas, passions and living well with award-winning journalist Manoush Zomorodi.You can find Manoush at: Website | ZigZag PodcastIf you LOVED this episode you’ll also love the conversations we had with Kevin Kelly about excellent advice for living.Check out our offerings & partners: My New Book SparkedMy New Podcast SPARKED. To submit your “moment & question” for consideration to be on the show go to sparketype.com/submit. Visit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manoush Zomorodi discusses the importance of building boredom back into our lives, highlighting its role in creativity, emotional regulation, and long-term goals. She shares insights on the impact of technology on mental, physical, and cultural health, emphasizing the need for a healthy relationship with technology. The podcast explores how embracing boredom can enhance productivity, creativity, and overall well-being.

In the age where smartphones provide constant stimulation, many of us have forgotten what it feels like to experience the monotony of boredom. And while on the surface that might seem like a good thing, my guest today highlights research that not being bored can actually make us dumber and less creative. Her name is Manoush Zomorodi, she’s the host of the podcast Note to Self and the author of the book "Bored and Brilliant: How Spacing Out Can Unlock Your Most Productive and Creative Self." Today on the show, Manoush shares her experience of how feeling scattered and less creative led her to create an experiment that tested whether her lack of boredom in recent years was to blame. We then dig into the philosophy of boredom and why we dread it so much. Manoush then goes into what the latest research says about the benefits of boredom, like increased creativity, better productivity, and improved mental well-being. Finally, she walks us through some exercises you can use to help inject more boredom in your life. (Yes, you read that right.)

Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio Hour, engages with Tom Oxley, a leading physician and CEO of Synchron, on the intriguing world of brain-computer interfaces. They explore how this groundbreaking technology can allow individuals to control devices with their minds. The discussion dives into the medical benefits for patients with ALS, the ethical implications of merging technology with human cognition, and the transformative potential of BCIs for communication and emotional connectivity.

Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki discusses the benefits of movement on brain health. Joined by Manoush Zomorodi and Mahogany L. Browne, they debunk common misconceptions about movement. The podcast explores the transformative power of choreographed movement in poetry performances and the importance of movement for emotional well-being.

Manoush Zomorodi, tech journalist and host of TED Radio Hour, dives into her innovative series, Body Electric. She discusses how our tech habits—like endless screen time—affect our physical and mental health. Zomorodi traces the historical ties between electricity and human biology, explores the health consequences of sedentary lifestyles, and emphasizes the importance of movement to combat these issues. Listeners can even join an interactive study aimed at fostering a more active lifestyle. Get ready to rethink your relationship with technology!

Join Manoush Zomorodi, a podcaster and entrepreneur, as she uncovers the surprising link between boredom and creativity. She reveals that mundane tasks can spark your best ideas by allowing your brain to connect the dots. Zomorodi shares her journey from a bustling journalist to a new mother navigating boredom and discusses how technology can stifle creative thought. Embracing moments of idleness, she argues, not only boosts cognitive abilities but also enhances awareness of our tech habits. Get ready to rethink boredom!

“It’s what you do with the tools, not what the tools are themselves” - Casey Neistat How many times do you try to look for success and fulfillment through logic? You might be looking too hard and in the wrong direction. Creativity is the key to unlocking your dreams and vision for the future. If you can unlock that creative mindset, you’ll be set for life. Machines and computers can do logical tasks and hard work, but they’ll never be able to be creative. That’s something only a person can do. Some people find their creative passions easily, while others feel a struggle. If you’re one who struggles, don’t worry -- finding your unique passions aren’t as hard as you might think. The key is to let go of your feeling of judgment. Let your mind relax and think about what made you weird or unusual as a child. Those fun oddities are what will make you something big today. To go more into unlocking your creativity, I wanted to bring you back past episodes from Chase Jarvis, Casey Neistat, Manoush Zomorodi, and Liz Gilbert. Continuing my mashup series, I felt it was important to bring you the masters of creativity. These conversations have helped me unlock my passions to new levels and I know they will help you too. No matter where your creativity lies, if it’s in writing, creating content on YouTube, or still something you are trying to discover, this episode will bring you valuable insights. Don’t forget to take these lessons and practice them any chance you get. Knowledge is only useful when it’s applied to your life. So learn all about unlocking and mastering your creative side, on Episode 668. In This Episode You Will Learn: What makes you great (4:35) How insecurity helps success (6:26) The relationship between an audience and content (8:39) How to learn about new media and YouTube (10:05) The key to creating successful content on YouTube (12:22) The problems our world faces right now and how to fix them (15:11) How to be creative with an impossible schedule (16:24) The ways mother nature will heal your mind (18:24) Jackhammers and hummingbirds (21:28) Why you need to follow your curiosity (25:46) Plus much, much more Get more from Lewis! Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

"Being productive is working smarter, not harder." - Manoush Zomorodi If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, video, and more at http://lewishowes.com/551 Get more from Lewis! Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX