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.
Episodes
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Mar 14, 2024 • 9min
How to Dismantle Gender Bias in the Workplace
Exploring micro-offenses women face in the workplace and strategies to dismantle gender bias. Addressing subtle discrimination and promoting inclusivity in leadership. Emphasis on advocating for equal opportunities and conscious actions for gender equality.
Mar 13, 2024 • 14min
"Sentience: The Invention of Consciousness" by Nicholas Humphrey
Explore the evolution of consciousness with scientist Nicholas Humphrey as he uncovers the history of sentience, discusses moral obligations towards other beings, and examines the evolutionary significance of sentience. Dive into the journey of consciousness in animals, specially focusing on gorillas and their psychological understanding in social interactions.
Mar 12, 2024 • 18min
A Celebrated ER Doctor's Guide to Better Listening
Explore how a celebrated ER doctor's experiences in the fast-paced emergency room led him to become a better listener. Learn about the significance of embracing uncertainty, the power of storytelling in medicine, and the value of empathy and connection in healthcare.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 16min
"Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" by Oliver Burkeman
Exploring time management and productivity in the context of our limited lifespan, Oliver Burkeman discusses the value of accepting human limitations and practicing patience. Embracing a slower pace and letting go of certainty are highlighted, along with finding meaning in small actions and the insignificance of individual life.
Mar 8, 2024 • 14min
What Peggy Orenstein Learned About Life by Making the World's Ugliest Sweater
Peggy Orenstein's lockdown hobby of making a sweater from scratch teaches life lessons. Explore the impact of chemical dye on history and creativity. Discover women's political voice in craftivism and the power of creativity in activism.
Mar 7, 2024 • 11min
Why Hasn't America Put a Woman in the White House?
Exploring the challenges faced by women in American politics, the disparities in assessing female candidates, and the complexities of evaluating Vice President Kamala Harris as the first woman and woman of color in her role.
Mar 6, 2024 • 11min
"Her Space, Her Time: How Trailblazing Women Scientists Decoded the Hidden Universe" by Shohini Ghose
Explore the overlooked achievements of women scientists in physics and astronomy, challenging the historically male-dominated narrative. Learn about the struggles and triumphs of scientists like Harriet Brooks and Lisa Meitner, who made enduring impacts on the scientific community.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 14min
Why Do We Remember?
Neuroscientist Charan Ranganath discusses the dynamic nature of memory and how it can be reshaped by beliefs. He explores enhancing memory through error-driven learning and the role of the prefrontal cortex in memory processes.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 15min
"Learned Excellence: Mental Disciplines for Leading and Winning from the World's Top Performers" by Eric Potterat & Alan Eagle
Discover how top performers excel by prioritizing personal values, refining behavior, adapting mindsets, and mastering mistakes. Learn the importance of balancing life for excellence and stability from elite athletes, military operators, and professionals.
Mar 1, 2024 • 13min
"The Life Brief: A Playbook for No-Regrets Living" by Bonnie Wan
Bonnie Wan shares her playbook for making life decisions with clarity, embracing curiosity, and taking daily actions for personal growth. Writer Sarah highlights the power of small consistent steps and community support for progress in her novel.
