Cal Newport discusses slow productivity, balancing work and personal life, and the benefits of doing fewer things. They explore the impact of multitasking, the four-day workweek, and managing workload for a healthier work culture. They also touch on social media usage, email productivity, and addressing burnout in the workplace.

Whistleblower Sarah Edmondson exposes the dark side of cult dynamics, discussing manipulation, charisma, and loyalty to principles. She shares her journey in a cult-like organization, highlighting genuine connections and warning signs of manipulative leaders. Emphasizing the importance of integrity and discernment, the conversation delves into the impact of charismatic teachers and the aftermath of exposing criminal activities.

Guest Robin Arzón, Peloton head instructor, discusses her career pivot from lawyer to fitness instructor. They cover hustle culture misconceptions, momentum vs. motivation, and consistency in gym routines. Robin shares insights on finding strength, alter egos in workouts, and the importance of self-talk and self-care.

Denise Hamilton, inclusion strategist, discusses revising old stories, responding to backlash against diversity, and the importance of indivisibility. They explore being a truth seeker, valuing each person's worth, abandoning 'authentic', and embracing growth and revision of stories.

Jared Cohen, history buff and problem-solver, explores the post-presidential lives of American presidents, discussing their pursuit of purpose and legacy. They delve into the psychology of the founding fathers, the effects of power on individuals, and the importance of family and faith. They also engage in a lightning round of questions about presidential history.

Organizational psychologist and bestselling author Bob Sutton joins Adam Grant to discuss strategies for overcoming workplace friction, the importance of being a boring leader, and the benefits of good friction. They also explore the impact of quick firing and negative feedback, the significance of genuine listening in conversations, and the importance of challenging others while finding consensus.

Harvard psychologist Susan David joins Adam Grant to discuss emotional agility and the risks of suppressing unwanted emotions. They explore the impact of teaching emotional skills in schools, the importance of adopting a non-pessimistic perspective, and the value of negative emotions like guilt. They also discuss empathy, compassion, and avoiding burnout, as well as the concept of emotional agility and the role of interpersonal dynamics in unpleasant emotions.

Discover how emotions can be transformed by changing our thoughts and language. Explore the concept of emotional granularity and unique emotion words from different languages. Debunk myths about emotions and learn about the evolving role of the amygdala in emotions and threat detection. Challenge conventional beliefs and gain agency over shaping our emotional experiences.

Actress Jennifer Garner joins Adam Grant to discuss his latest book, 'Hidden Potential'. They explore surprising findings in Adam's research, the factors that lead to long-term success, and dream up the ideal school. They also touch on their fear of public speaking, the benefits of playing video games, Maurice Ashley's coaching methods, Save the Children's work in rural America, injecting joy into work, and expressing gratitude.

Clinical psychologist Becky Kennedy, best known as Dr. Becky on Instagram, challenges the belief that parents should make their children happy. They discuss the difficulty of setting boundaries, the importance of connection and emotion regulation skills in parenting, practical advice for connecting with kids, addressing and believing in kids' experiences, involving kids in making plans, and understanding children's motivations for redefining success.