People with names that are difficult to pronounce are often discriminated against. It is not intentional necessarily, but it happens. The result can be that you don’t advance personally and professionally as quickly as someone who has a name that is easy to pronounce. This episode begins with a look at this problem and what you can do to help yourself. https://www.newyorker.com/tech/annals-of-technology/the-power-of-names

Some of the most successful and approachable people you meet, seem to have a lot of confidence. It’s attractive when we see it in other people. Many of us wish we had more of it. So where does confidence come from? How can you build it up? That is what Lydia Fenet is here to tell you. Lydia is an ambassador for Christie’s (the auction people) and is herself an auctioneer and professional speaker. She is also author of the book Claim Your Confidence (https://amzn.to/3GQu8ZS).

Procrastination seems to be a normal human tendency. There is something very easy about just NOT doing something and putting it off until later. Yet, often that is not the best strategy. From our earliest school homework to that big project at work, there is always that tempting option to do it later. To understand how to stop procrastinating, you first have to understand the real reasons why you do it. And that is what Hayden Finch PhD, is here to discuss. Hayden is a licensed clinical psychologist, behavior change expert, and CEO of Master Your Mental Health (https://masteryourmh.com/), an educational platform and author of the book The Psychology of Procrastination (https://amzn.to/41Ik0ua).

When you see someone talking to themselves, you might think they are a little odd. But there are some real benefits in talking to yourself out loud. Listen and I will explain one of the important ones. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/04/120417221613.htm

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How can too much noise make you less generous? As we have discussed here in the past, noise levels are increasing, and all that noise can have negative effects on your health as well as your happiness. This episode starts by explaining the negative impact of too much noise and what you can do to protect yourself. https://www.sehn.org/sehn/noise-pollution-takes-toll-on-health-and-happiness-everyday-noise-can-overstimulate-the-bodys-stress-response

What is the best way to achieve a big goal? People have a lot of theories and ideas on this and there is also some pretty good research on the topic. If you want to know what the research says, listen to my guest Katy Milkman. She is a professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, host of Charles Schwab’s popular economics podcast Choiceology https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1337886873?mt=2- and author of the book How to Change (https://amzn.to/3gyCGYX). Listen and you will have some new ways of thinking for the next time you want to tackle a big goal.

What is life? I am not sure we can completely answer that question in one segment of this podcast, but we can take a stab at it with my guest Sir Paul Nurse. Paul won a Nobel prize in 2001 for his work in science and he is author of the book What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in Biology (https://amzn.to/3dVHxC5). He explains what makes something “living” and has some great insights into what life is all about and why some things are still a big mystery.

Ever have a bee that just won’t leave you alone? It could be that the bee thinks you are a flower. Listen as I explain how to make sure every bee is aware you are not a flower and how to stop them from following you around this summer. http://insects.about.com/od/antsbeeswasps/a/10-tips-to-avoid-bee-stings.htm

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“Never cry at work!” has been common, long-standing advice for employees. Still, people DO cry at work sometimes – so what do other people think of those people? This episode begins with how people perceive their colleagues when they see them crying on the job. https://time.com/4513209/cry-crying-at-work-tears/

Some people are just more persuasive than others. If you would like to be one of those more persuasive people, listen to my guest Brian Ahearn. Brian Ahearn is here to talk about how to apply the science of influence and persuasion in your everyday life so people will do what you ask them to. Brian is author of the book, Influence PEOPLE: Powerful Everyday Opportunities to Persuade that are Lasting and Ethical (https://amzn.to/2oH9xlu).

The world seems a lot more cautious than it used to be. All you have to do is look at all the warning labels on a new step ladder to understand what I mean. Certainly kids today are taught to be far more cautious than in earlier generations. Sure, it’s good to be careful, but there are some unintended consequences to living in a world where there are so many rules and warnings. Tracey Brown has researched our overly cautious society and found some very surprising things which are in her book Playing By The Rules: How Our Obsession with Safety is Putting Us At Risk (https://amzn.to/2nUUSTJ). Tracey joins me to reveal that the world today is not as dangerous as people think and how all these rules are harming our children and our way of life. 

Have you ever taken a drink straight from the milk carton? Of course you have!  And if you have ever gotten caught by someone, they likely told you how gross it is. So exactly how gross is it? Listen and find out as we explore the science of drinking from the carton and how it affects other people who drink from that same carton and also what it does to the milk. https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/we-debunked-the-5-second-rule-double-dippingand-other-food-myths/

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It is hard to get through life without writing things down on a yellow legal pad. You probably have some of those writing pads in your home right now. So, why are they yellow? And what makes them “legal”? Listen as I start this episode with the story. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/30325/why-are-legal-pads-yellow

You probably take your five senses for granted. That’s about to change when you hear my discussion with Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen had an experience in a doctor’s office that caused her to reassess her understanding and appreciation of her 5 senses. That, in turn, led her on a journey that we can all learn from and participate in. And it just might make you a happier person in the process. Gretchen Rubin is the host of the hit podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin https://gretchenrubin.com/podcasts/, she has written several books on happiness and her latest book is titled Life in Five Senses (https://amzn.to/41q1BCg).

There’s a pretty good chance you’ve had your heart broken by someone at some point in your life If so, you know how horrible it can feel. Some people are devastated and can barely function while others are able to deal with it and move on. What is a broken heart exactly? Why is the pain so intense? Can you actually die from a broken heart? And what is the best way to get over it? Joining me to discuss that is Florence Williams. She is a contributing editor at Outside magazine, and author of the book Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey (https://amzn.to/3KWFDRX).

A lot of us start our day with a hot cup of coffee. Maybe too hot. Listen as I reveal why one recognized coffee expert reveals what is the best temperature for a cup of coffee and why. https://www.coffeedetective.com/what-is-the-correct-temperature-for-serving-coffee.html

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If you want to be happy, it helps that you have happy friends. And it helps even more if your friends’ friends are happy too. I begin this episode discussing how social connections can influence our health and happiness. Source: Tom Rath author of Well Being (https://amzn.to/3xcMYUM) 

You probably think you know what your physical limits are. For example, when you exercise, you know when to stop because you “hit the wall.”  Actually though, that may not be such a good indicator. You could likely do more. That’s according to Alex Hutchinson. He says human endurance is flexible. After all, people break records all the time. People can achieve what was once thought to be impossible. How does that all work? Listen to this fascinating discussion with Alex who is author of the book Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance (https://amzn.to/3n9j7I7)

You could define rest by what you are NOT doing. We often look at rest as something we do to take a break from something else. However, that may be looking at rest all wrong. Rest turns out to be more complicated than that. Board-certified internal medicine physician Saundra Dalton-Smith says humans need different types of rest to restore different parts of ourselves. Even if you get plenty of sleep, there are other things that can mentally exhaust you and people who can leave you drained regardless of how much sleep you get. For those things you need a different kind of rest. In fact, Sandra has identified 7 kinds. She joins me to explain rest in a whole new way. Saundra is author of the book Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity (https://amzn.to/2RA9t5w).

Spring can be very uncomfortable if you have allergies. Listen as I reveal some simple yet effective strategies to fight back against those allergy symptoms that make you miserable so you can enjoy the pleasures of spring. The website I mention to check the pollen count in your area is www.aaaai.org. Source: https://www.consumerreports.org/allergy/how-to-ease-seasonal-allergy-symptoms/

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There is likely something you are worried about right now. After all, humans worry. This episode begins with some good news for you regarding whatever it is you are worried about https://www.huffpost.com/entry/85-of-what-we-worry-about_b_8028368

It is easy to find advice on how to be successful. The problem is one size does not fit all. For you to be successful and creative in what you do, you have to find what works for you. That is why Ozan Varol is here. Ozan has some interesting insight into what will make you more successful in whatever you choose to do. Ozan is a former rocket scientist, lawyer, and professor and he is author of a book called Awaken Your Genius: Escape Conformity, Ignite Creativity, and Become Extraordinary (https://amzn.to/3Gx4qtl).

Would you want to change any part of your personality, or do you love everything about it – just as it is? Most people have at least some part of their personality they wish was different and the good news is, you can change it. That’s according to my guest Christian Jarrett a cognitive neuroscientist and author of the book Be Who You Want to Be: Unlocking the Science of Personality Change (https://amzn.to/40Y5BKD).

Next time you want to pitch an idea to someone – maybe you shouldn’t call it an idea. Listen as I reveal a better word that tends to get people to pay more attention to you. Source: Dan O’Connor author of Say This Not That https://amzn.to/3KC0Sam

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You would have a hard time finding someone who doesn’t like the smell of freshly cut grass. In fact, some people love that scent. Why? What’s so special about it? This episode begins with an explanation why it is so universally loved and why that scent may actually be good for you. https://www.prevention.com/life/a20432070/spending-time-outside-relieves-stress/

Whether it is a warm hug, a simple handshake or a passionate embrace, when people touch each other, something special happens. What is it about physical human contact that we seem to crave? Is it true that touch is actually good for your health? If so, how does that work? Here to explain the latest science about the importance and the impact of touch is Michael Banisey, an award winning professor and author of the book Touch Matters: Handshakes, Hugs, and the New Science on How Touch Can Enhance Your Well-Being (https://amzn.to/40HlNjl).

Saturn’s rings are vanishing. Black holes can sing. It’s raining diamonds on Neptune. These are just a few of the interesting things about outer space that you probably haven’t heard before that my guest Dr. Jillian Scudder is here to discuss. Jillian is an assistant professor of physics & astronomy at Oberlin College in Ohio and author of the book The Milky Way Smells of Rum and Raspberries: ...And Other Amazing Cosmic Facts (https://amzn.to/3GmAm3E).

Oven fires are one of the leading causes of house fires, yet many people don’t know what to do if it happens. Listen as I explain the recommended protocol if your oven or microwave catches on fire. https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/cooking_fire_safety_flyer.pdf

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Music can affect us in lots of ways. You may not know that the music playing in a store can impact your spending behavior. This episode begins by looking at how different types of music can steer you to spend more or less. https://www.psychologistworld.com/behavior/ambient-music-retail-psychological-arousal-customers

Finding true love can be tricky. Sometimes it seems impossible. Here to the rescue is behavioral scientist turned dating coach Logan Ury. She has the latest research on what will and won’t work if you want to find love in the 21st century. Logan is author of the book How Not to Die Alone (https://amzn.to/3cWniDK).

Humans are the only mammal on earth that can speak words to communicate. That ability to speak words and thoughts and relay messages has been a key reason for our success as a species. Yet, could human speech also be the thing that ultimately destroys us? Listen to my guest John Colapinto a writer for The New Yorker and author of the book This Is The Voice (https://amzn.to/2PBA9m5). When you hear what he has to say, you will have a new appreciation for how amazing human speech is.

Estimates are that more than half of working people don’t like their job or the place where they work. And while that’s a shame for those who are unhappy, what really matters is how much YOU like YOUR job or place of employment Listen as I reveal a way you can discover just how satisfied you are in your work. The website I mention is https://www.iopenerinstitute.com/

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There is an art and science to flattery This episode starts with a look at how powerful it can be if you know how to give and take a compliment and offers advice on how to execute a great compliment. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evidence-based-living/202109/the-psychology-compliments-nice-word-goes-long-way

Americans buy a lot of cheap crap. Knick-knacks, souvenirs, gadgets and who knows what else. What is the lure of this cheap crap? Why are our closets and drawers full of it? That turns out to be a fascinating topic for discussion with my guest Wendy Woloson, an associate professor of history at Rutgers University-Camden and the author of the book Crap: A History of Cheap Stuff in America (https://amzn.to/3M9M9WM). Listen as she explains what encourages us to buy these things and why they are often so very disappointing.

We’ve long heard about how artificial intelligence will replace humans in many jobs. What about your job? Certainly there must be some careers that are immune from this. What are the ramifications of AI replacing workers? That is what Kevin Roose is here to discuss. Kevin is a technology columnist for The New York Times, host of the Rabbit Hole podcast https://rabbitholepodcasts.com/ and author of the book Futureproof: 9 Rules for Humans in the Age of Automation (https://amzn.to/42U861T).

Why would it be more dangerous to drive on the day your income taxes are due? Listen as I explain the reason and reveal the other days of the year that are more dangerous than most. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/more-people-die-in-fatal-car-crashes-on-tax-day-study-finds/

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Are you a doodler like me? I often doodle when I listen to a talk or a presentation – even when I interview people for the podcast. And it seems there is a real benefit when you doodle. This episode begins with the explanation. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-power-of-the-doodle-improve-your-focus-and-memory-1406675744

You may be looking at exercise all wrong. Health and fitness may be less about going to the gym for an hour or other formal exercise and more about fitting more movement into your day – all day long. That’s according to Juliet Starrett attorney, professional athlete, and podcaster who has worked in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years. She offers up the latest proven research that shows how small movements are so important to health, longevity and your overall level of fitness. And she explains easy ways to do it. Juliet is co-author of the book Built To Move (https://amzn.to/3ZwADHH) and her podcast is The Ready State (https://thereadystate.com/podcasts/).

Every manmade thing you see or touch today was invented and engineered to work by someone. When you think about it, there is something amazingly creative about that process according to Bill Hammack. Bill is known as The Engineer Guy on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@engineerguyvideo) and is a professor of engineering at the University of Illinois. He joins me to take a peek into the fascinating world of invention and engineering to see how the things you use every day to make your life better, came to be. His book is titled The Things We Make: The Unknown History of Invention from Cathedrals to Soda Cans (https://amzn.to/3zhGpm3).

As the weather warms up, poison ivy, oak and sumac will start showing up and causing irritating rashes on people who come in to contact. Listen as I explain a few myths and facts about these plants to help you protect yourself. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/itchy-skin/poison-ivy/who-gets-contagious

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