Forming a new habit is tough. Sticking with it is even tougher. That’s probably why someone buys a copy of James Clear’s 2018 book “Atomic Habits” every 11 seconds. James breaks down the science of habit formation into simple, actionable steps anyone can take — even you. Today on the show, he talks Rufus through the four laws of behavior change, explains how ... Show More
Mar 26
The Surprising Power of Oversharing
We’ve been told that “oversharing” (TMI) is a social sin. But our guest today, Leslie John, who teaches at Harvard Business School, argues that TLI (Too Little Information) is far more dangerous. In her new book, Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing, she shows how perso ... Show More
1h 11m
Mar 23
How a Mormon Journalist Became a Degenerate Gambler
On a muggy spring day in 2018, the Supreme Court handed down a decision that transformed America. In a 6-3 ruling, the high court cleared the way for legal sports betting from coast to coast. Since then, all bets have been off: Americans have wagered more than $500 billion on spo ... Show More
53m 59s
Mar 19
Michael Pollan on Food, Psychedelics and His Next Book
Last week, we hosted a members-only Q&A with Michael Pollan. We covered food and diet, his writing process, psychedelics, and dreams. We also got into the microbiome, which happens to be the subject of Michael's new book (and a topic he thinks will fundamentally change how we und ... Show More
50m 27s
Dec 2021
James Clear on Compounding Nature of Habits (Part 1)
James Clear is the author of Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones. His work has appeared in The New York Times, CBS This Morning, Time, Entrepreneur, and he has taught in colleges around the world. James is also the creator of the Habits ... Show More
42m 38s
Dec 2021
James Clear on Compounding Nature of Habits (Part 2)
James Clear is the author of Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones. His work has appeared in The New York Times, CBS This Morning, Time, Entrepreneur, and he has taught in colleges around the world. James is also the creator of the Habits ... Show More
37m 24s
Apr 2024
How to develop the habits you want – and get rid of the ones you don’t (w/ James Clear)
We all have habits - the good and not-so good kind. But can we use them to our advantage? In this week’s episode, Chris is joined by James Clear, entrepreneur and author of #1 New York Times bestseller, “Atomic Habits”, for a conversation about the power of habitual behavior. The ... Show More
34m 9s
Jan 2024
Atomic Habits | How to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones with James Clear
<p>What if small, incremental actions could transform your life? In this fascinating conversation with James Clear, #1 New York Times bestselling author of <a href="https://amzn.to/41AS2BJ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Atomic Habits</a>, you’ll get proven strategies ... Show More
1h 3m
Feb 2019
Atomic Habits (James Clear)
No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework to help you make little improvements every day. James Clear is one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, and in this New York Times bestseller, he reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly h ... Show More
57m 44s
Oct 2018
James Clear on the Compounding Power of Habits Part 2
Chances are, you've heard the name James Clear. Especially if you have done any research whatsoever about building habits. That's kinda his neck of the woods. His work has appeared in The New York Times, CBS This Morning, Time, Entrepreneur and he has taught in colleges around th ... Show More
36m 11s
