Marriage therapists John Kim and Vanessa Bennett discuss the common tendency for people in relationships to blame their partners and emphasize the importance of looking inward and taking ownership. They also talk about embracing differences and empathy in relationships, finding beauty in contrasting approaches to life, and taking ownership of one's own actions in a relationship.

Zoe Chance, Professor of Influence and Persuasion at Yale School of Management, shares key insights from her book. Topics include strategies for using influence ethically, the art of charisma, and the power of collective influence.

Yascha Mounk, Senior Editor at The Atlantic, discusses how an appreciation for minority cultures has turned into a counterproductive obsession with identity politics. Topics include discrimination against black musicians, cultural exchange, the power of free speech, and rejecting identity-based injustice while embracing universal values.

Top decision-making expert, Talya Miron-Shatz, reveals the challenges in making good health choices and offers advice for patients and doctors. Exploring the importance of trust, informed decisions, and feeling cared for in doctor-patient interactions. A marketing professor shares her journey of informed decision-making and the barriers individuals face in understanding medical information.

Bloomberg reporter Zeke Faux exposes fraud and deception in the crypto industry, discussing the rise and fall of crypto billionaires. The podcast explores the NFT and cryptocurrency craze, including the ape image NFT collection, high costs, celebrity involvement, and fraudulent companies in the space.

Jennifer Breheny Wallace, author of the definitive book on toxic achievement culture, discusses the impact on mental health and importance of self-care in parenting. She emphasizes the significance of mattering for youth mental health and the importance of recognizing value and prioritizing well-being in parenting. Wallace also highlights the power of deep and supportive relationships for fostering interdependence and a sense of mattering.

The podcast explores the decline of civility in today's culture and emphasizes the importance of recognizing others' humanity. It also delves into the idea of unbundling people and promoting civility through the concept of 'porching'.

Mehdi Hasan, MSNBC host and advocate for arguments in democracy, discusses the art of debating, persuading, and public speaking. Topics include the power of emotion in debates, the role of credibility and expertise, and the significance of the rule of three in constructing persuasive arguments.

Memory experts Andrew E. Budson and Elizabeth A. Kensinger discuss why we forget, the impact of Alzheimer's disease on memory, the usefulness of memory for future planning, and strategies for enhancing memory and retrieval.

Author Adam Alter shares strategies for achieving breakthroughs by merging ideas, pausing for progress, and embracing experimentalism. He discusses the importance of anticipating change, questioning norms, and surrounding yourself with diverse perspectives to spark innovation.