Alain de Botton is a philosopher, author, and founder of The School of Life.
How can we truly understand ourselves? Most of us either ignore our emotions or overthink them, turning simple feelings into complex puzzles. So how do we navigate the minefield of emotion to grow and become better?
Timestamps:
(0:00) The Hidden Trap of Self-Esteem
(9:52) Discove ... Show More
Nov 9
How To Turn Your Pain Into Greatness - Bugzy Malone - #1174
Bugzy Malone is a British rapper, actor, and entrepreneur from Manchester, England. Expect to learn what the difference between “making it and maintaining it” is, the childhood experiences that shaped Bugzy, and why it’s important to be ultra vulnerable, if you can ever have mast ... Show More
2h 7m
Nov 7
Your Home Might Be Destroying Your Health (& how to fix it) - Michael Feldstein - #1173
Michael Feldstein is the founder of Jaspr, an air education company featuring the Jaspr air scrubber. Expect to learn how the air in your home could be affecting your sleep and brain function, the everyday household products that might be making your air worse, why a home that sm ... Show More
1h 22m
Nov 5
How War Shaped Human Evolution - David Geary - #1172
Dr David Geary is an evolutionary psychologist, cognitive scientist, professor at the University of Missouri, and author. Expect to learn the disturbing reasons why humans are so intelligent, why men are obsessed with status, money, and power, the biggest differences between male ... Show More
1h 11m
Nov 2024
The Truth About Modern Anxiety, A Surprising Way To Find Joy and Meaning & How To Transform Your Relationships with Alain de Botton #495
Have you ever wondered why, despite all our modern comforts, so many of us still struggle with unhappiness and anxiety? What if a more fulfilling life isn't about constant positivity but rather a form of ‘cheerful pessimism’? Today's guest is Alain de Botton. Alain is the founder ... Show More
1h 54m
Dec 2023
The Love Expert: We've Built A Loveless Society & It's Making Us Depressed! (here's the fix!) Alain De Botton
If you enjoy hearing about the philosophy of life, I recommend you check out my conversation with Ryan Holiday, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PafvhTSC4yE
Philosophy isn’t just for universities and lecture halls, philosophy can help guide every part of y ... Show More
1h 32m
Aug 2025
Most Replayed Moment: Alain de Botton - Individualism Is Making Us Miserable!
Alain de Botton is a philosopher, author, and the founder of The School of Life. He is known for his insights into the intersection of philosophy, love, and the modern world, often exploring how societal structures impact mental well-being. In today’s Moments episode, Alain explo ... Show More
18m 14s
Oct 2023
Alain de Botton on the joy of being average (E218)
<p>This episode encourages us to explore a deeper understanding of ourselves, our relationships, and why we should be seeking fulfilment not happiness.</p><br><p>Alain de Botton is an author and philosopher, known for co-founding The School of Life in 2008. The School of Life was ... Show More
1h 11m
Nov 2023
Alain de Botton: Lessons on Love and Life
<p>Does the stigma around mental health impact your view of life?</p> <p>Joining Sarah Grynberg is prolific author, philosopher and creator of the School Of Life Alain de Botton, who is not only the brain behind 15 internationally bestselling books, but a man who strives to under ... Show More
57m 4s
May 2025
BITESIZE | The Truth About Modern Anxiety & A Surprising Way To Find Joy and Meaning | Alain de Botton #558
Have you ever wondered why, despite all our modern comforts, so many of us still struggle with unhappiness and anxiety? What if a more fulfilling life isn’t about constant positivity but rather a form of ‘cheerful pessimism’? Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast fo ... Show More
23m 38s