Jan 29
Does "Mattering" Explain Everything?
In her new book, Mattering, Jennifer Wallace argues that our deepest crises — loneliness, anxiety, political rage — stem from a single unmet need: the need to matter. How did this happen, and what can we do about it? The Next Big Idea is now on YouTube! Check out our episodes ... Show More
54m 10s
Jan 22
The Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had
You know that feeling when you meet someone and something just … clicks? Scientists have a name for it. They call it “interpersonal synchrony.” Turns out we subconsciously mimic other people’s movements, postures, facial expressions, and gestures. We even sync involuntary functio ... Show More
49m 8s
Jan 15
‘It’s a Real Company Run by Fake People’
Evan Ratliff started a company last summer. He and his co-founders came up with a name, hired a team, built a website, and launched an app. They interviewed interns, planned a company hiking trip, and fielded inbound interest from VCs. Normal startup stuff. Except for one thing: ... Show More
1h 5m
Aug 2022
The hidden power of sad songs and rainy days | Susan Cain
Have you ever wondered why you like sad music? Do you find comfort or inspiration in rainy days? In this profound, poetic talk, author Susan Cain invites you to embrace the feeling of longing -- or the place where joy and sorrow meet -- as a gateway to creativity, connection and ... Show More
24m 29s
Jun 2015
Susan Cain: Introverts, Power and The Quiet Revolution
<p>In January 2013, Susan Cain published a book that would spark a global conversation and change the world. Her stunning, international bestseller, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">< ... Show More
44m 59s
Oct 2023
Big Book Guys: Too Late WITH Colleen Hoover
<p>KB took the second official Big Book Guys meeting to a whole new level with the most remarkable guest imaginable: The GOAT of the literary world, a New York Times Bestselling author with 24 novels/novellas under her belt, and the very author of the book in discussion, Colleen ... Show More
35m 1s
The Next Big Idea presents an audio masterclass from bestselling author Susan Cain. Drawing on her latest book, "Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole," Susan shares practical insights that you can use to bolster your creativity, deepen your connections, and find joy.
Susan Cain is the author of two New York Times #1 bestsellers, "Bittersweet" an ... Show More
<p>Susan Cain explains how embracing bittersweetness helps us lead more creative, connected, and fulfilling careers and lives. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>— YOU’LL LEARN — </strong></p><p>1) Two simple shifts to make you more courageous<strong> </strong></p><p>2) How ... Show More