Sep 2024

11. Love Bytes

At thirty-one, mathematician Chris McKinlay is looking for love. But if it’s all a numbers game, his are not adding up. Could he be the problem? Or is something else getting in the way? Producer: Lauren Armstrong Carter Sound Designer: Jon Nicholls Story Editor: John Yorke

17m 35s

Jan 2025

Introducing... Sideways

Best-selling author Matthew Syed explores the ideas that shape our lives with stories of seeing the world differently.In this taster from the series, Matthew explores the beauty that can be found in the process of decay.Search for Sideways on BBC Sounds to hear more.

10m 6s

Sep 2024

19. A Different Kind of Justice

How does a small informal survey lead to shocking truths about the US justice system thirty years later? Producer Lauren Armstrong Carter Sound Designer: Jon Nicholls Story Editor: John Yorke

14m 6s

Feb 2025

Is perfectionism just procrastination in disguise? | Jon Youshaei

What separates struggling artists from successful ones? Looking to creative geniuses like Mozart, Edison and Monet, video creator Jon Youshaei explains why aiming to be prolific — despite flops and failures along the way — is the key to unlocking your creative success. Hosted on ... Show More

15m 5s

Jun 16

Forget hustle culture. Behold the Artist Corporation | Yancey Strickler

Kickstarter cofounder Yancey Strickler unveils a radical new economic model that could transform how creative people build sustainable careers, amass collective wealth and escape the burnout of hustle culture. Hear his vision for how artists can pool resources, share profits and ... Show More

11m 33s

May 10

Warren Buffett’s brilliant bets

Warren Buffett has announced he is stepping down as CEO of his company, Berkshire Hathaway. Buffett is one of the richest people in the world, and is widely held up as the greatest investor who ever lived. He’s also been remarkably critical of other masters of the financial unive ... Show More

8m 58s

Oct 2024

Mark Twain Was a Terrible Investor, Part One: The Legend of "Josh"

Today, Mark Twain is widely thought of as one of America's greatest authors -- but he was also, get this, a terrible investor. Inspired by his father's unfailing (and unsuccessful) efforts to become a business tycoon, Twain spent loads of time and money backing inventions that ei ... Show More

43m 24s

Oct 2024

Why creativity thrives on challenges | Jon M. Chu

Filmmaker Jon M. Chu has enjoyed an incredible run of success, directing films like "Crazy Rich Asians," "In the Heights" and the highly anticipated adaptation of "Wicked" in theaters soon. But he wasn't always sure he'd make it big. In a wide-ranging conversation, Chu gives his ... Show More

58m 2s

Mar 2024

12. Philip Pullman

Kirsty Young talks to the author Philip Pullman about what he’s learned from his life so far. Pullman is the acclaimed novelist behind global bestsellers like His Dark Materials. He recounts the story of his own childhood, how he still contemplates the mystery of his father’s dea ... Show More

49m 44s

Nov 2024

What Do Women Really Want? W/Mark Manson

This week Scott is joined by best-selling author and former dating coach Mark Manson about what women really want in a man. In addition to writing multiple bestselling books such as “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck” and “Everything is Fucked”, Mark put a lot of his insights i ... Show More

54m 11s

Jun 2024

The Fund: Rob Copeland on Ray Dalio

This episode is sponsored by Better Help. Is the famed hedge fund Bridgewater Associates operating a cult in plain sight? Or is it just a little bit culty? Journalist and author Rob Copeland joins us for a deep dive into Wall Street’s seedy underbelly, and the troubling story of ... Show More

1h 10m

Apr 16

Do This If You Want to Build A Business You Love (Dave Ramsey Interview) | Ep 871

Dave Ramsey’s Newest Book Is Out Now: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/buildWelcome to The Game w/Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you’ll hear how to get more customers, make more pro ... Show More

50m 58s

Apr 7

A ‘Minecraft’ Megahit and the Studios Best Suited for Gen Z and Beyond

Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to discuss the first surprise blockbuster of 2025, ‘A Minecraft Movie’; who deserves credit; what its success says about the current moment in IP-driven moviemaking; and whether video game adaptations are the new gold mine for attracting y ... Show More

32m 47s

20. The Confidence Trick