Arthur Brooks is a Harvard professor, behavioral scientist, and the world’s leading researcher on happiness.
This conversation explores the ineffable nature of happiness and meaning, explores why success addiction plagues high achievers, and discusses how science can open a portal to deeper truths. We investigate the dualistic tension between striving and ... Show More
Aug 18
Addiction, Celebrity, Public Shaming & Truth: The Performance Art of James Frey, Celebrated Writer of Ill-Repute
James Frey is the author of "A Million Little Pieces," a book that spoke to the deepest, darkest parts of countless readers in early recovery. This conversation explores his journey to become literature's bad boy, his heroes like Baudelaire and Henry Miller, and his philosophy of ... Show More
2h 34m
Aug 14
ROLL ON: The State of Podcasting In 2025
Roll On resurfaces from the chrysalis! Adam Skolnick and I unpack 90 days post-surgery, why the caterpillar needs a tortoise mind to become a butterfly, and the death of authentic podcasting. On tap: The state of Podcastistan, why I'm breaking up with viral culture, and the unexp ... Show More
1h 35m
Aug 11
Inside Nutrition Misinformation: Nutrition Scientist Jessica Knurick Exposes What's Really Happening to Public Health in America
This conversation explores the war on science, the misdirection of the MAHA movement, and what's happening to public health while everyone argues about food dyes. We discuss how a $1.1 trillion healthcare cut happened under the radar, why "seed oils" didn't exist until TikTok inv ... Show More
2 h
Nov 2024
Happiness Hacks That Actually Work (And What You’re Getting Wrong) with the World’s Leading Happiness Expert: Arthur Brooks : 1219
What if everything you believe about happiness is wrong? In this episode, Harvard professor and world-renowned happiness expert Arthur Brooks joins Dave Asprey to unlock the secrets of real happiness, revealing the science behind joy, resilience, and lasting fulfillment. As a bes ... Show More
1h 18m
Jun 2024
#802 - Arthur Brooks - How To Stop Feeling Lost & Find Your True Purpose
Arthur Brooks is a social scientist, professor at Harvard University, and an author.Chasing happiness appears to be the ultimate desire for many people, yet almost everyone struggles to understand what happiness actually is and how to achieve it. So if you speak to a specialist r ... Show More
1h 45m
Dec 2024
E069 - Harvard Professor's 4-Step Method to Find Purpose Through Loneliness | Dr. Arthur Brooks
Joining me today is Dr. Arthur Brooks, a Harvard professor, behavioral scientist, and best-selling author known for his groundbreaking work on the science of happiness. Once a professional classical musician, Dr. Brooks made a transformative leap into academia, where he now guide ... Show More
1h 52m
Apr 2025
#931 - Arthur Brooks - Harvard Professor Reveals The Secret To Lasting Love & Happiness
Arthur Brooks is a social scientist, professor at Harvard University, and an author. Can romance and love be decoded? From falling in and out of love to finding “the one,” what does the science say about what makes someone a good partner, best friend, and lifelong companion? Expe ... Show More
2h 2m
Sep 2024
#836 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The New Science Of Longevity, Resilience & Breaking Bad Habits
Dr Andrew Huberman is a neuroscientist, Associate Professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine and a podcaster.From personal dramas to scientific uproars, it's been a wild year for the biggest health & fitness podcaster in the world. And today we get to discover his bi ... Show More
3h 26m
Jan 2025
181. Why Happiness is a Direction, Not a Destination: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing
Why connection is the key to a life well lived.The new year gives us an opportunity to reflect on who we are and who we want to be. As we set resolutions and prepare for evolutions, this special four-part series on communication, happiness, and well-being explores practical ways ... Show More
24m 36s
Sep 2024
Understand these 4 key concepts for a happier life | Arthur Brooks
How does one become truly happy? Arthur Brooks, author and Harvard professor, explains.
Throughout his career, Brooks has pinpointed the essence of real happiness. His key insight? Happiness is not just a feeling, it’s a state of mind.
In this interview, Brooks shares three prima ... Show More
13m 4s