Best Modupe Akinola Podcasts (2025)

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How to speak up — even when you don’t want to | Sarah Crawford-Bohl 14:54

1d ago14:54

14:54

What stops you from speaking up when it matters most? Healthcare leader Sarah Crawford-Bohl offers a practical, compassionate framework to have difficult conversations with clarity and heart — and shows how it can lead to stronger teams and real impact. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey! Become a TED Member today at …

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How industrial fishing sinks communities | Lamin Jassey 10:32

5d ago10:32

10:32

What happens when the fish that sustain a community start disappearing? Environmental activist Lamin Jassey shares how industrial fish meal factories are devastating local waters, livelihoods and health in The Gambia — and how communities are organizing to defend their coasts and reclaim their future, one catch at a time. After the talk, Modupe voi…

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

16d ago28:27

28:27

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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Why joy and flexibility are good for business | Rosie Sargeant 9:38

12d ago9:38

9:38

“In the future, companies will succeed or fail based on how much their people enjoy their work,” says management consultant Rosie Sargeant. She offers three tips to make work more joyful, increase employee retention and boost customer satisfaction, suggesting how fun (like kangaroo-themed employee check-ins) can be both professional and profitable.…

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How business leaders can renew democracy | Daniella Ballou-Aares 23:12

19d ago23:12

23:12

How much should business leaders speak out about threats to democracy? It's a question many corporations are wrestling with these days. Business and democracy leader Daniella Ballou-Aares shows why companies have both the ability and the responsibility to engage in protecting elections and the rule of law — and why their bottom lines may depend on …

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

30d ago32:49

32:49

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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The key to navigating change with confidence | Kristy Ellmer 15:48

26d ago15:48

15:48

What if the change you fear most is actually the best thing for you? Change leader Kristy Ellmer shares a powerful lesson on how even the most difficult transitions, including layoffs and company-wide transformations, can open unexpected doors. She offers tools from behavioral science to help you shift your mindset and navigate uncertainty with con…

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Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it | Amanda Schneider 15:02

1M ago15:02

15:02

Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to un…

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

1M ago31:27

31:27

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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Is generosity the most underrated leadership skill? | Joe Davis 10:17

1M ago10:17

10:17

Leadership isn’t about a title or position — it’s about generosity, says organizational expert Joe Davis. Drawing on his extensive experience as a people manager, he shares three essential tips for leaders to unlock the potential of their teams by listening generously, embracing vulnerability and leading with humanity — and shows how it's possible …

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An NBA champion's advice on being a top teammate | Shane Battier 13:37

2M ago13:37

13:37

What if the secret to success isn’t being in the spotlight, but making everyone else around you shine? Former NBA player Shane Battier shares how his most impactful moments didn’t come from scoring points but rather from small, underrated actions that helped his team win — and why prioritizing "we" over "me" can create a lasting legacy, both on and…

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

2M ago30:41

30:41

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 7 pillars of unlocking potential | Anirudh Krishna 15:34

2M ago15:34

15:34

Why do some countries have a seemingly endless supply of talent in certain fields? From Jamaica's sprinters to South Korea's golfers, public policy professor Anirudh Krishna explains why "talent ladders" — structured pathways to identify and nurture people's potential — are the best way to make sure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. After the…

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Is perfectionism just procrastination in disguise? | Jon Youshaei 9:09

2M ago9:09

9:09

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. After the talk, Modupe reflects on herself as a perfectionist and how inviting o…

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

2M ago38:22

38:22

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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3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván 10:56

2M ago10:56

10:56

Is embracing your inner teenager the key to thriving in adulthood? Neuroscientist Adriana Galván shares three powerful lessons from decades of research into adolescent brain development, exploring what teens can teach us about embracing uncertainty, challenging the status quo and taking strategic risks — all tools for a bold, brave life. After the …

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6 ways to make better connections online | Margaux Miller 14:12

3M ago14:12

14:12

Networking expert Margaux Miller offers a fresh playbook for making meaningful connections online, presenting six tips for building online relationships that emphasize quality over quantity and the importance of genuine, personalized interactions. Learn how to be more thoughtful in your approach to making new connections with practical suggestions …

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

3M ago29:37

29:37

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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Can salad dressing transform capitalism? | Alex Amouyel 14:29

3M ago14:29

14:29

What if businesses were designed to maximize impact — not just profits? Alex Amouyel, president and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, details the organization’s commitment to donate all of the profits from the food company it owns — and shows what the “100% for purpose” movement can teach us about doing business, philanthropy and capitalism different…

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How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal 18:49

3M ago18:49

18:49

Success rarely happens in a straight line, with setbacks all but guaranteed along the way. What's the best way to recover? Leadership coach Amy Shoenthal lays out the four phases of the "setback cycle" and explains how to transform difficult moments into opportunities for reinvention and progress. After, Modupe reflects on Amy's talk and the benefi…

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Coming Soon: A New Season of Choiceology 1:35

3M ago1:35

1:35

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 presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab. Data contai…

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The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar 16:54

3M ago16:54

16:54

Can marketing transcend traditional business goals and actually be a force for good? Mastercard CMO Raja Rajamannar shares how purpose-driven initiatives — like “touch cards” for the visually impaired and debit cards that let people choose how their names appear — align profit with purpose and position businesses to create meaningful, positive chan…

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Solar energy is even cheaper than you think | Jenny Chase 11:53

4M ago11:53

11:53

How prevalent is solar power, really? According to researcher Jenny Chase, it's already displacing fossil fuels in key energy markets around the world. She explains the rise of affordable solar power and dives into how her team tracked its rapid installation in unexpected countries, offering a vision of a brighter, more sustainable future. After th…

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Why don’t companies want you to repair your stuff? | Aaron Perzanowski 8:32

4M ago8:32

8:32

Today, some companies are working hard to prevent consumers from repairing products on their own. In many cases, repair can only be done by the original manufacturer, if at all. With limited repair options available, we end up buying new and throwing more items out. So, how exactly do companies prevent repair? And what can consumers do about it? Aa…

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Why you should get good at being bad | Fixable 25:35

4M ago25:35

25:35

This is an episode of Fixable, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective. Sometimes the only way to win is by finding the courage to lose. This week on Fixable, Anne and Frances want you to “dare to be bad” in order to free up capacity to excel at more important things. They share insight on the power of strategic “no”s, the value of ruthless p…

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How to reclaim your life from work | Simone Stolzoff 11:38

4M ago11:38

11:38

Where do you draw the line between work and life? Writer Simone Stolzoff explores the problem with defining yourself by your job — and shows what it takes to reclaim your time and sense of meaning beyond the office. After the talk, Modupe shares how practicing meditation nourishes her identity outside of work. Want to help shape TED’s shows going f…

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Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham 12:08

4M ago12:08

12:08

Success in your career looks different for everyone — but no matter your industry, you'll need to take risks. Company and community builder Molly Graham shares three key skills to learn before jumping off the metaphorical cliff, outlining a path off the corporate ladder and into true professional and personal growth. After the talk, Modupe shares h…

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The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein 17:27

5M ago17:27

17:27

Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates. After the talk, Modupe explai…

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We need leaders who boldly champion inclusion | June Sarpong 19:21

5M ago19:21

19:21

This week, we're revisiting an episode on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) — essential drivers of creativity and profits, yet progress has been slow. It's time for leaders to become "rock stars" of inclusion — and that starts with pushing through discomfort, says veteran broadcaster and diversity leader June Sarpong. "When it comes to diversit…

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How to speak up — even when you don’t want to | Sarah Crawford-Bohl 14:54

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How industrial fishing sinks communities | Lamin Jassey 10:32

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

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Why joy and flexibility are good for business | Rosie Sargeant 9:38

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How business leaders can renew democracy | Daniella Ballou-Aares 23:12

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

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The key to navigating change with confidence | Kristy Ellmer 15:48

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Work is broken. Gen Z can help fix it | Amanda Schneider 15:02

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

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Is generosity the most underrated leadership skill? | Joe Davis 10:17

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An NBA champion's advice on being a top teammate | Shane Battier 13:37

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

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The 7 pillars of unlocking potential | Anirudh Krishna 15:34

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Is perfectionism just procrastination in disguise? | Jon Youshaei 9:09

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

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3 reasons to take risks like a teenager | Adriana Galván 10:56

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6 ways to make better connections online | Margaux Miller 14:12

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

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Can salad dressing transform capitalism? | Alex Amouyel 14:29

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How to turn setbacks into success | Amy Shoenthal 18:49

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Coming Soon: A New Season of Choiceology 1:35

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The art of marketing — for good | Raja Rajamannar 16:54

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Solar energy is even cheaper than you think | Jenny Chase 11:53

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Why don’t companies want you to repair your stuff? | Aaron Perzanowski 8:32

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Why you should get good at being bad | Fixable 25:35

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How to reclaim your life from work | Simone Stolzoff 11:38

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Forget the corporate ladder — winners take risks | Molly Graham 12:08

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The trick to powerful public speaking | Lawrence Bernstein 17:27

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We need leaders who boldly champion inclusion | June Sarpong 19:21