Helen Lewis is a journalist at The Atlantic and an author
Humanity has become much less religious and in the ruins of this fresh, listless world, bereft of traditional insight, a cadre of new gurus have risen to take the high priests' place of dispensing insights about how to live. Helen's new BBC Sounds documentary series delves into this world of secular g ... Show More
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#1050 - Donald Robertson - Practical Tools for a Less Anxious Life
Donald Robertson is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, an author and an expert on ancient philosophy. Why are we so anxious in the safest time in human history? Our brains evolved for real danger, predators, hunger, survival, not notifications and deadlines. So what are the ... Show More
1h 53m
Jan 22
#1049 - Dr Jay Wiles - A Masterclass in Improving Your HRV
Dr Jay Wiles is https://ohm.health's Chief Health & Performance Officer and HRV researcher. HRV is the new health flex, but is it lying to you? Everyone’s comparing HRV scores, but what does HRV really mean for your health? How do you raise it, and should you actually care if you ... Show More
2h 10m
Jan 19
#1048 - Trevor Wallace - Autism is the New Stolen Valor
Trevor Wallace is a comedian, writer, and content creator. What does going viral actually feel like? If you’re Trevor Wallace, it’s just another week. From Celsius kids to Zyn bros, Cybertrucks to Monster Energy and "Kyle's", Trevor turns internet chaos into comedy gold. So what’ ... Show More
2h 2m
Nov 2023
#668 Leslie Winick - The Interesting, Invisible Woman
<p>Leslie Winick is an MIHH listener who joins Paul to talk about what it feels like, as an older woman, when you start to become invisible to others. She also shares her struggles with depression and postpartum depression and talks about the path that led her to a career she’s p ... Show More
1h 29m
Feb 2024
#684 Devastation & Hope - Kendra Petty
<p>Kendra Petty is an author who opens up about her life story, which is full of both devastation and hope. She talks about being raised in a cult, the tragic death of her brother, the abuse she suffered as a child, and how she’s gotten through it all. Be sure to check out her bo ... Show More
1h 37m
Mar 2023
Dr. Amen: A Revolution in Brain Health
TW: suicide
The Lautners are joined by psychiatrist and 18-time best-selling author, Dr. Amen, who’s on a mission to end the concept of mental illness and talk about brain health. They discuss the Launters’ brain scans from The Amen Clinic, how mental hygiene is equally as impor ... Show More
59m 32s
Feb 2024
On the Origin of Species, by Charles Darwin, Part 5
<p class="MsoNormal">In our annual celebration of Darwin Day, let's enjoy a relaxing read from this foundational text of science. This time, we finally get to natural selection, what it is, what it isn't, and why birds are so very, very pretty.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p c ... Show More
55m 58s
Feb 2024
#586: Taking Risks and Trying New Things
Do you want to next-level your life, and you know some things you can do, but you're putting them off? Maybe it's joining the gym, or perhaps it's taking the first steps to switch your career. If you're an entrepreneur, this might be as simple as trying new ideas with more boldne ... Show More
33m 28s
Sep 2024
Hour 3 - Karol Markowicz & Mary Katharine Ham
Letter from second Trump would-be assassin released, encouraging others to kill Trump if he failed. VIP emails from early voters. Karol Markowicz and Mary Katharine Ham join Clay and Buck to discuss their new show, "Normally," on the C&B Podcast Network. VIP emails. Will GOP chan ... Show More
36m 56s
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p><em>---</em></p> <p><br /></p> <p>How to cultivate a generosity mindset— and make a good thing less boring.</p> <p><br /></p> <p><a href="http ... Show More
