Renowned Harvard professor Amy Edmondson discusses psychological safety, failure dynamics, and creative resilience. She highlights the importance of understanding failures, nurturing curiosity, and challenging assumptions to innovate fearlessly. The conversation delves into the intersection of engineering and social science in creating psychological safety, recognizing warning signs, and embracing creativity through various examples and insights.

Cal Newport, productivity expert, discusses the stress paradox, burnout, and the importance of focusing on valuable outcomes over time. He emphasizes the benefits of working less and adopting an outcome-based definition of productivity for better results. The podcast explores slow productivity, managing workload, setting boundaries, and reclaiming work from distractions in a high-tech world.

Renowned writer and journalist Adam Gopnik discusses the intertwining of achievements and life's simple joys. He reflects on his upbringing in a vibrant family of six, emphasizing the importance of family dynamics in shaping relationships and career choices. The conversation explores the balance between societal pressures for constant achievement and personal fulfillment, highlighting the significance of pursuing passions for genuine happiness.

Career transition expert and psychologist, Tessa West, dives into the impact of personal identity on our careers, offering advice on navigating transitions and managing dissatisfaction. She explores workplace dynamics, the challenges of job descriptions, and the importance of interpersonal skills for success in the evolving job market.

George McGraw, founder of DIGDEEP, discusses the water crisis in America, highlighting the financial and human cost of limited access to clean water. He emphasizes the urgent need for solutions to address this critical issue nationwide.

Kelly Clancy, an expert in the impact of games on our society, discusses the importance of play in building connections, shaping identity through creativity, and exploring the influence of games on building better models and predictions. The podcast also covers the role of games in healthcare, the significance of asking better questions, and the wisdom gained from games like chess and Go.

Join Dr. Anna Lembke, a leading expert in addiction medicine, as she discusses the challenges of digital addiction, the neuroscience behind it, and the concept of 'dopamine detox' to improve mental health. Delve into the addictive nature of smartphones, the chronic dopamine deficit from social media use, and strategies to resist addictive behaviors. Learn about delaying gratification, the power of pursuing passions, and the impact of digital platforms on addictive behaviors. Explore the guest's book 'Dopamine Nation' and practical advice for managing digital habits.

Speaker and writer Tara McMullin discusses the pursuit of more, personal growth, and success without overnight perfection. The conversation explores societal pressures, personal values, goal setting, identity, and navigating career choices and financial literacy.

Matt Beane, an expert in skill development and technology impact, discusses how AI is reshaping education and work practices. He emphasizes personalized learning, the importance of facing challenges, and the balance of AI technology and skill development. The conversation explores mentorship, the impact of automation, and the significance of personalized learning solutions for self-improvement.

Scott Young, expert on mastering new skills, discusses the C-Do Feedback Framework, education reform, the power of accumulated knowledge, and cognitive mechanisms of language learning. He explores problem spaces, gaming skills, and meta understanding for excellence.