The Next Big Idea Daily
Next Big Idea Club
What if engaging with great ideas could become one of your daily habits? What if some of the best tips for living better and working smarter were served up with your morning coffee, a hit of motivation guaranteed to start your day right? That’s the idea behind The Next Big Idea Daily. We work with hundreds of non-fiction authors — experts in productivity, creativity, leadership, communication, and other fields. They distill their big ideas into bite-sized chunks, and we offer you one each morning.Part of the LinkedIn Podcast Network.
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Feb 8, 2024 • 11min
"Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum" by Antonia Hylton
Antonia Hylton, Peabody and Emmy award-winning journalist, uncovers the history of a segregated asylum in Maryland. She discusses the discriminatory practices in healthcare, the fight for change by Dr. Jacob Morgenstern, and the complexities of deinstitutionalization. The chapter also explores the history of mental health care in the US, focusing on the experiences of communities of color and emphasizing the importance of community support and accessible care for marginalized groups.
Feb 7, 2024 • 9min
How the Moon Inspired Religion, Science, and Our Political System
Discover the fascinating connection between the moon and religion, science, and our political system. Explore how science and religion intersect in understanding our place in the universe. Learn about the moon's impact on terrestrial life, religion, science, and calendars throughout history.
Feb 6, 2024 • 18min
What Diabetes Tells Us About Medical Blindspots
Explore the impact of physicians' decisions on patient health and the importance of questioning existing ideas and considering all evidence. Discover how one man's discovery revolutionized diabetes control and examine the flaws in the treatment philosophy. Highlight the significance of communicating uncertainty in medicine and science.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 14min
Want To Be a Great Leader? Try Cultivating a Co-Creation Mindset
Discover the power of co-creation in leadership and innovation. Learn how Apple overcame secrecy with this mindset. Explore the importance of true connections and embracing creativity. Uncover the potential of co-creative cultures and the significance of meta principles. Cultivate a co-creation mindset for empowering collaboration and turning dreams into shared direction.
Feb 2, 2024 • 17min
"Goodbye, Perfect: How to Stop Pleasing, Proving, and Pushing for Others… and Live For Yourself" by Homaira Kabir
In this podcast, Homera Kabir discusses the challenges of moving from functioning to flourishing and the importance of self-love and self-compassion. She explores the masks we wear to feel worthy of love and emphasizes the need for authenticity and interconnectedness.
Feb 1, 2024 • 12min
"The Myth That Made Us How False Beliefs about Racism and Meritocracy Broke Our Economy (and How to Fix It)" by Jeff Fuhrer
False narratives about post-racism and meritocracy condone economic disparities. Explore the role of race in the economy, effects of discrimination, impact of profit maximization on inequality and poverty.
Jan 31, 2024 • 9min
"Free Will: An Opinionated Guide" by Alfred R. Mele
Alfred Mele, a philosophy professor, challenges the notion that free will does not exist. He discusses the illusion of free will and its connection to moral responsibility. Mele counters neuroscientific arguments against free will and highlights the lack of scientific evidence supporting it as an illusion.
Jan 30, 2024 • 14min
"Nobility in Small Things: A Surgeon's Path" by Craig Smith
Heart surgeon Craig Smith, with over 40 years of experience, reflects on his vocation and what it means to be a servant leader. Topics discussed include professionalism in various professions, navigating uncertainties during the COVID pandemic, impact of personal responsibility on a doctor's wellness, and the importance of first impressions and recognizing essential workers.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 14min
"Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic Communication" by Vanessa Van Edwards
Vanessa Van Edwards, speaker, researcher, and bestselling author, discusses the power of cues in charismatic communication. Learn how charisma can be developed as a skill by understanding and utilizing specific visual and vocal signals. Discover the importance of awareness, alignment of different channels, and the significance of using cues in communication to build trust and convey ideas effectively.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 15min
"Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life and Change the World" by Scott Shigeoka
Discover the transformative power of curiosity as a superpower and skill. Learn how curiosity fuels learning, connection, and transformation. Explore the three directions of curiosity and the DIVE framework. Uncover the potential of curiosity to create a more just and sustainable society.
