Jessica is joined by lawyer, journalist, and Substacker Aaron Parnas to talk through some alarmingly authoritarian news stories. Does Trump really intend to call in the military to police American cities? Does the administration ever intend to present evidence for deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia, or are they just being stubborn? And what is going on with Trum ... Show More
Aug 25
The Future of Prof G Media, How We Make the Podcast, and Why Scott Became a Professor
Scott kicks off a special “Best Of” Office Hours series focused on his favorite topic: himself. He takes questions on what happens to Prof G Media after him, how he built a portfolio of top podcasts, and what motivated him to step into the classroom at NYU. Scott also shares his ... Show More
24m 41s
Dec 2024
Ask Us Anything — Forgiveness, The Manosphere, Parasocial Relationships & More
Scott and Ed answer listener-submitted questions about everything from the origins of Ed’s accent to how they feel about parasocial relationships. They address why they look similar, talk about how to maintain friendships and give tips for improving storytelling. Plus, Ed discuss ... Show More
1h 1m
Dec 2023
Buy the Damn Guac, with Jamila Souffrant
#478: Ever skipped that extra drink, pricey cheese, or a night out for the sake of your wallet?If this feels familiar, then you’ll appreciate today’s episode with Jamila Souffrant.Jamila is a Certified Financial Education Instructor, podcast host, and author, guiding us on making ... Show More
58m 24s
Aug 2024
How to Build a Rich Life — ft. Ramit Sethi
Ramit Sethi, New York Times Best Selling author of “I Will Teach You To Be Rich,” joins the show to discuss the most common money problems people face. He offers actionable tips for navigating finances with your partner, buying vs. renting your home, and raising your kids to appr ... Show More
56m 20s
Dec 2024
How to Make the Most of Your Money in the New Year — ft. Morgan Housel
Morgan Housel, New York Times bestselling author of “The Psychology of Money,” joins the show to break down why the holidays are such a stressful time financially – and how we can all navigate it. He also discusses how to shift your mindset around money in the new year, make the ... Show More
45m 40s
Aug 2019
#64 Greg Walton: The Big Impact of Small Interventions
Greg Walton, Associate Professor of Psychology at Stanford University shares the four types of interventions, how they’re used to create positive behavior change, and strategies we can use right now to improve our health, well-being, and relationships. Go Premium: Members get ear ... Show More
54m 27s
Aug 2024
Working: The Founder of a Life-Changing Writers’ Retreat
This week, host June Thomas talks to author and poet Judith Barrington about her knack for memoir writing and about a retreat called Flight of the Mind that she ran with her partner for 17 years. In the interview, they discuss what makes good memoir writing, what Flight of the Mi ... Show More
42m 49s