Best Jack & Tai Podcasts (2026)

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Playing the Long Game: The Power of Self-Control 34:23

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3M ago34:23

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As a special addition to this week's episode, you can see Katy's full sit-down interview with Angela Duckworth, where they also explore the relationship between self-control and grit. Watch or listen to their conversation on YouTube or Spotify. When your emotions flare or temptation calls, what does it take to hold back? Whether it’s resisting the …

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Bonus: A Sit Down With Katy Milkman & Angela Duckworth 33:36

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In this bonus addition of Choiceology, Katy Milkman sits down with psychologist and Grit author Dr. Angela Duckworth, a leading expert on self-control. She breaks down what science tells us about managing impulses, why willpower by itself falls short, and how simple environmental tweaks and practical strategies can help anyone delay gratification a…

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How Mindset Shapes Success 35:08

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Most of us label ourselves early on as academic (or not), athletic (or not), or talented (or not). But even if you feel like you're lacking in natural talent or ability in certain areas, approaching new skills or challenges with openness, effort, and curiosity can take you farther than you might expect. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milk…

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Why Starting Over Hurts 37:56

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If you've ever gotten well into a project—maybe a DIY renovation—and then realized that you've taken the wrong approach, you probably know that it's very tempting to just stay the course. Starting all over again would be so painful, even if starting over is clearly the best option. Or maybe you've taken a wrong turn on a hike and only noticed it a …

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Teamwork That Works: What Great Teams Have in Common 42:53

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What makes an effective team? Talent? Skill? Discipline? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we're looking at some of the more surprising ingredients of successful teams, according to science. Teams where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. You'll hear the story of the Kon-Tiki expedition—a harrowing journey across the Pac…

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When It Feels Like Everyone's Watching 36:34

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We've all been there. Maybe you fumbled a line in a presentation. Or tripped on a shoelace. Or suffered a bad hair day. It can feel like the whole world is watching you—and judging you—in those embarrassing moments. But are people paying as much attention to you as you think? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we explore why we tend …

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How a Single Source of Information Can Seem Like Several 28:36

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You've probably been in situations where multiple friends recommend the same product. It must be great, if everyone is talking about it, right? But then you find out that those friends had all just seen the same product on a popular TV show. What seemed like independent recommendations really came from a single source. In this episode of Choiceolog…

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Coming Soon: A New Season of Choiceology 1:35

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It's a new season of Choiceology, an original podcast from Charles Schwab. New episodes arrive every two weeks, so please follow us in your favorite podcasting app. Important Disclosures The comments, views, and opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab. Data contained h…

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James Swanwick - How to Break Your Drinking Habit Before It Destroys Your Relationships & Success 1:15:29

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If you’re a high performer secretly struggling with alcohol, this episode could change your life. Joel Brown sits down with James Swanwick, former ESPN anchor and founder of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, to expose the truth about how drinking slowly destroys your relationships, energy, leadership, and peace of mind.They dive into:- Why willpower isn’t th…

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Little Bits of Happiness: With Guests Sally Millington & Ellen Evers 28:27

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Were you the kind of kid who devoured all your Halloween candy in one sitting—or savored it daily until, somehow, it was Easter? And when it comes to bad news, do you prefer it all at once or with some time in between? Turns out, the way we bundle or separate life's highs and lows can influence our happiness. In this episode of Choiceology with Kat…

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Cents & Sensibility: With Guests Melina Palmer & Devin Pope 32:49

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Would you pay more for a car with 29,999 miles than one with 30,000? The answer should be no—it's a negligible difference, after all—but research shows that people often do pay more than they should for cars that are just short of certain odometer thresholds. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at why a price or an age or a te…

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Hooked on Streaks: With Guests Chloë Hamilton & Jackie Silverman 31:27

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Streaks have long been logged in the world of sports. And for tracking habits, like daily writing. But now apps encourage us to keep streaks going for just about anything. Messaging friends, learning new languages, meditating, exercising, you name it. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we explore the motivational power of streaks. An…

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Jack Delosa - The Brutal Truth About Why Your Social Media Isn’t Making Money (And How to Fix It) 1:11:52

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In this game-changing episode, Joel Brown sits down with Jack Delosa — entrepreneur, investor, and founder of The Entourage — to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to win in today's volatile business world.Jack reveals why traditional social media strategies are DEAD… and how smart entrepreneurs are turning followers into paying customer…

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Obstacle Illusions: With Guests Daniella McCahey & Tom Gilovich 30:41

9M ago30:41

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First-born children tend to believe that their parents were harder on them than their siblings are willing to grant. Football fans take disproportionate note of the challenging games on their team's schedules. We're wired to interpret our challenges as bigger than our advantages, even if the reality is more balanced. In this episode of Choiceology …

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The Reality Trap: With Guests Ken Adelman & Julia Minson 38:22

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Is it ever possible to see the world objectively, as it is? Turn on the news, open social media, engage with that family member at Thanksgiving, and it appears to some the answer is yes. But what if our biggest blind spot is thinking we don't have a blind spot? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how we can easily be fooled…

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A Numbers Game: With Guests Linda Chang & Stephen M. Colbert 29:37

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Workplaces often rely on numerical ratings for performance reviews. Election debates focus on poll numbers and approval ratings. Your watch counts your steps in a day. Numbers increasingly influence our decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at our very human tendency to fixate on digits even when words or graphs repre…

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A Hero's Journey: With Guests Ethan Gilsdorf, David Fajgenbaum & Kurt Gray 39:52

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Luke Skywalker, Frodo Baggins, Katniss Everdeen, the main characters of many great stories, they all have one thing in common: the shape of their journey. From answering the call to adventure, to undergoing tests of character and strengths, to triumphantly returning home forever changed. It's a classic narrative structure that's inspired countless …

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Rebel With a Cause: With Guests Francis Kelly & Christopher Bryan 35:34

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Most parents encounter resistance from their children. Perhaps when the kids are young and turning their noses up at vegetables, or when they're teenagers and balking at curfews or dress codes. So what's the best way to encourage good choices in the face of a rebellious kid? Or a rebellious adult, for that matter? In this episode of Choiceology wit…

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On a High Note: With Guests Maurice Schweitzer & Matthew Polly 38:03

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Do you recall the best concert you ever went to? Best trip? Best meal? Chances are good that a few memories come to mind—maybe not every detail of the event, but perhaps a couple great moments. It can go the opposite way, too. Worst travel experience. Worst date. Our memory works in snapshots of particular parts of our experience. In this episode o…

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The Truth Is Out There: With Guests Tania Lombrozo & Toby Ball 31:42

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Your car breaks down. Must be because you skipped an oil change last month. Or your favorite team loses. Well, that was because of a bad call by a corrupt referee. In reality, many events involve multiple contributing factors. But we tend to gravitate toward single causes. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at our desire to e…

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To Know What You Know: With Guests David Dunning & Andrew Flack 27:58

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In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at the often-misunderstood and surprisingly common Dunning-Kruger effect with an interview featuring one of the researchers who first identified it, David Dunning. But we start with the story of Cecilia Jimenez, the humble Spanish grandmother and amateur landscape painter who took it upon he…

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The Buddy System: With Guests Max Maeder & Rachel Gershon 29:41

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Pursuing a goal alone is convenient. Whether you're training for a marathon or aiming to read 20 books this year, it's convenient to move at your own pace and schedule. But having a gym buddy or a book club pal can make a bigger difference to your goal completion than you think. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at the benef…

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To Fight Another Day: With Guests Alex Imas & Mary Stockwell 35:55

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When you're facing loss—say, in a board game or during a sporting event or with a declining stock—it can be difficult to remember your true tolerance for risk. You're likely to seek risk more than you normally would. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at a tendency to seek risk in the face of losses when those losses aren't y…

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Choiceology's Guide to Better Decisions: With Guests James Korris, Carey Morewedge & Jack Soll 31:28

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Over the years, Choiceology has offered a lot of advice for making better decisions. In this special episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we bring you the story of a video game that is surprisingly effective at reducing decision errors, and you'll hear about a practical checklist for improving choices in many different contexts. Solving fictit…

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The Charmer's Playbook: With Guests Wilfred Webster & Daniel Read 34:20

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"Don't judge a book by its cover" is an old adage for a good reason. Elegant book cover designs can create a positive impression and make you more likely to judge the writing quality more positively. But these traits—cover art and writing—are separate and distinct features of books. So why do we allow the judgment of one trait to spill over to anot…

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Tay Sweat - The Principles Of Making 8 Figures In Stocks & Shares 41:46

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Meet Tay Sweat: Entrepreneur, Investor, and Community BuilderTay Sweat is a dynamic entrepreneur and investor with a remarkable story of success. From humble beginnings as a personal trainer to building an 8-figure business, Tay has proven himself as a master of securing the bag. With 12+ years of experience in trading equities, real estate, and ca…

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Recipe for Success: With Guests Simon Rogan & Michele Gelfand 34:12

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Are rules made to be followed—or meant to be broken? Often, the answer will depend on culture and the context in which people make decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how carefully people in different contexts follow social norms, rules, and procedures. We'll also see how strict and relaxed cultures affect the qu…

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JM Ryerson - How To Harmonize Your Life For More Success 52:37

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JM Ryerson isn't just a seasoned entrepreneur with 3 successful business sales under his belt…He's your go-to guide for leading teams to the top.He’s a business leader with 20+ years of experience, an international speaker, the voice behind the "Let's Go Win" podcast, and the best-selling author of 3 impactful books including Let's Go Win: The Keys…

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Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon - The Keys to Unlock Your 7 Figure Mindset 52:37

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Dr. Darnyelle is an award-winning business growth strategist, multi-millionaire business mentor, and Inc. 5000 CEO. Her journey began in chaotic circumstances, born to drug-addicted parents, and facing challenges that would have discouraged many. However, she defied the odds, broke belief barriers, and emerged as a disruptor in the business world.U…

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Take the Deal! With Guests Daniel Kahneman, Colin Camerer & Luis Green (Rebroadcast) 44:32

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In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how framing a decision based on what you stand to lose versus what you stand to gain affects your tolerance of risk. Luis Green was a contestant on the popular TV game show Deal or No Deal. The game is largely one of chance, but there are moments during play where the contestant has an op…

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Top of Mind: With Guests John Farrell & Manasvini Singh 32:05

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When someone asks, "What's your favorite restaurant?" odds are you're inclined to recommend a place you've eaten at recently—even if it's not really your favorite. It's just top of mind. Why do we weigh recent events so heavily? And how does this tendency impact important decisions, like whom to vote for or how to conduct medical procedures? In thi…

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Repeat After Me: With Guests Jennifer LeMesurier & Tali Sharot 34:15

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Vitamin C is a cure for the common cold. Bats are blind. Sugar makes children hyperactive. All of these statements are false. So why are they so pervasive? And why do they feel so true? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at a phenomenon that can cause us to believe inaccurate information more than we should, and also lead us …

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Bruce Da Silva - How Porn Is Rotting Your Brain & Destroying Your Chances Of Success 47:19

2y ago47:19

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Bruce Da Silva is a multifaceted professional with an extensive background as a Philosopher, Strategic-Intervention Life Coach, Mediator, Conflict Resolution Expert, and Podcast Host. With a deep-seated belief in the transformative power of perspective, mentality, and knowledge, Bruce has dedicated his career to enabling individuals to unleash thei…

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Andrew F Carter - How To Find Faith In Times Of Fear 1:08:41

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Pastor Andrew F Carter, the author of The Privilege of Prayer shares how we can live in more Faith through prayer and relationship with God in these rapidly changing times of uncertainty.Pastor Andrew Carter also shares his habits to stay disciplined and what he thinks about creating transformation in your life by breaking through your trauma.Head …

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(BONUS) From What It's Like to Be … a Forensic Accountant 29:03

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Curious what it would be like to walk in someone else's (work) shoes? Join New York Times bestselling author Dan Heath as he explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do. What does a couples therapist think when a friend asks for relationship advice? What happens if a welder fails to wear safety …

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Akil Wade - How To Use AI To Achieve More Success 59:33

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Akil Wade, known as "The Wolf of AI," is really good at using AI, or Artificial Intelligence. He teaches people how to use AI to do better in business and life. Akil believes AI is not just about computers and technology. He believes it's a way to do things smarter and better. He shows people how AI can help them make good decisions, get more done,…

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A Sticky Situation: With Guests Richard Thaler, Wendy Wood & Susan Budowski 37:36

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Filling out an overly complicated form or waiting on hold for hours to speak with a customer service rep is a frustrating experience. And sometimes it seems like the process itself is designed to be difficult. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how friction––time, distance, complexity, or anything that gets in the way of y…

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Jumping to Conclusions: With Guests David Silbey & Ned Augenblick 37:15

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A train was speeding along the tracks in 19th-century England when a passenger suddenly started smashing windows and waving a pistol in the air. People believed his actions were caused by what was, at the time, a new and unfamiliar form of transportation. Doctors posited the rattling motion and noise of trains could cause passengers to act erratica…

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No Mean Feat: With Guests Albert Chen & Elizabeth Tipton 33:46

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It’s halftime at a basketball game. A kid nervously steps onto center court. If he can score a basket from center court, he’ll take home the prize money. He tells the announcer that he plays on his elementary school team and that he has been practicing for this moment. The crowd holds their breath as the ball sails through the air, hits the backboa…

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A Cup of Knowledge: With Guests A.J. Jacobs & Steven Sloman 30:23

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Why do ocean waves move the way they do? How does a toaster work? How might ink flow through a ballpoint pen without the help of gravity? You may know the answer to these questions, but explaining them in detail could reveal an unexpected truth. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at why people think they understand things bet…

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The Golden Misfits: With Guests Gary Lawless & Erika Kirgios 33:49

2+ y ago33:49

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What is the difference between buying groceries for the whole week versus grabbing something to eat on the way home each day? Grouping choices together so that you make a bunch of selections all at once can seem daunting, but it can actually help you reach your goals faster. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how taking a …

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An Accidental Experiment: With Guests Steven Levitt, Solomon Ezra & Stephen Spector 32:57

2+ y ago32:57

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Scientifically sound, randomized experiments can be expensive and difficult to run. But there’s an alternative: It turns out that certain real-life situations can also generate useful scientific data. The trick is finding them. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how events outside of our control can create opportunities fo…

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The Superforecasters: With Guests Leon Panetta, Peter Bergen & Barbara Mellers 37:48

2+ y ago37:48

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There are moments in life where it seems as though everything is riding on one important decision. If only we had a crystal ball to see the future, we could make those decisions with greater confidence. Fortune-telling aside, there are actually methods to improve our predictions—and our decisions. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, w…

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Survey Says: With Guests W. Joseph Campbell & Emily Oster 29:15

2+ y ago29:15

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If you ran a survey at a science fiction convention to find out which movies were most popular with the general public, chances are good that the results would lean heavily towards sci-fi films. This skewing of data is plain to see in this context, but in many others it’s less obvious and potentially more pernicious. In this episode of Choiceology …

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Remi Adeleke - How To Develop An Unbreakable Spirit 1:03:14

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Remi Adeleke, a true testament to resilience and unwavering determination, has forged an extraordinary path from the streets of Nigeria to the elite ranks of the U.S. Navy SEALs and onto the Hollywood big screen. A devoted father, best-selling author, and man of faith, Remi's remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to all. Drawing from his dive…

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Brave on the Waves: With Guests Bianca Valenti & Katherine Coffman 32:59

2+ y ago32:59

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We all make decisions involving risk. Decisions like trying out for your school’s chess team, speaking up when you don’t agree with your boss, or going down a double-black-diamond run at the end of a long day of skiing. So how do we determine which risks are worth taking and which ones are too … risky? In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkm…

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Fan Fictions: With Guests Hannah Sung, Crystal Tai & Anuj Shah 30:19

3y ago30:19

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Finding a new favorite celebrity feels a little bit like falling in love. Perhaps you find their smile endearing, or you relate to their sense of humor. Maybe you see things in your everyday routine that remind you of them. You feel like you know them so well. But whether it’s a star athlete or a Hollywood type, the reality is they likely have no i…

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Dave Liniger - How To Have The Ambition & Grit To Build A Billion Dollar Empire 51:32

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Dave Liniger is the Co-Founder and Chairman of RE/MAX, the largest franchisor of real estate offices in the world, with over 125,000 sales agents in more than 100 countries.Dave and his wife Gail revolutionized the industry with the RE/MAX business model, which combines a maximum commission concept with world-class support services for Realtors.Wit…

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The Beanie Bandwagon: With Guests Robert Cialdini & Yemisi Brookes 31:21

3y ago31:21

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Mullets. Skinny jeans. Crocs. Many of us can recall trends that we've jumped on, only to see those trends become passé soon after. But the fear of missing out can snowball into heavier consequences. In this episode of Choiceology with Katy Milkman, we look at how speculation and rapidly growing trends, however niche, can cloud people's judgment. A …