Best Tom Hallsworth Podcasts (2025)

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Dr Guy Champniss on Business, BeSci and AI 1:01:09

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Are we losing our ability to think critically as we rely more on AI? Episode Summary My guest is social psychologist Dr Guy Champniss to explore the role of behavioural science in business and the emerging challenges of AI in the workplace. We discuss why behaviour change is so hard to sell, the myth that behavioural science is only needed when eve…

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Professor Yuval Feldman on Can The Public Be Trusted? 1:05:19

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Why do governments rely on coercion and punishment when voluntary cooperation often produces better, more sustainable outcomes? Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined once again by Professor Yuval Feldman, who returns to explore the core question behind his latest book: Can The Public Be Trusted? Instead of asking how much we trust our governm…

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Dr Michael Hallsworth on The Hypocrisy Trap 58:29

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We all intuitively know that hypocrisy is a bad thing. But what if it isn’t a flaw, but a feature? But maybe the real problem isn’t hypocrisy, it’s how we think about it. Episode Summary On this episode, I'm talking to Dr Michael Hallsworth, a leading behavioural scientist and the author of The Hypocrisy Trap. We explore a topic that’s instantly re…

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James Geary on The Art of The Aphorism 1:04:50

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Can a single sentence change the way you see the world? My guest on this episode, James Geary thinks so. Episode Summary On this episode, I speak with writer and journalist James, whose lifelong fascination with aphorisms — the world’s shortest literary form — reveals why brevity really is the soul of wit. James explains what makes an aphorism work…

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Dr Nicholas Wright on How the Brain Shapes War and War Shapes The Brain 1:02:24

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What can war teach us about how the human brain really works? And why is human decision-making a more significant factor than military strength in wars? Episode Summary On this episode, I'm exploring how the human brain truly manifests in conflict—and what that reveals about everyday decision-making. Dr Nicholas Wright, a neurologist-turned-neurosc…

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Dr Nikolay Kukushkin on Memory 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

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What if your body is learning things your mind doesn’t know? What if memory wasn't just something that our brain has? Episode Summary On this episode, I'm exploring a bold idea with neuroscientist Dr Nikolay Kukushkin: memory doesn’t just live in the brain. It might be a basic property of life itself. We unpack how scientists define memory (behavio…

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Richard Chataway on Designing AI for Humans 1:08:37

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What if the biggest AI risk isn’t bias or data, but human behaviour itself? How might AI impact the people using it and what does that mean for how we design solutions and deploy the technology? Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined by a returning guest. Richard Chataway is a behavioural science expert and strategist who joins me to explore h…

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Tom Hardin On Turning A Crime Into A Calling 55:14

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What happens when the worst thing you’ve ever done becomes the foundation for your life’s work? Episode Summary My guest on this episode is Tom Hardin, otherwise known as Tipper X. He's been on the show before, but this time we're tackling a different angle. If you don’t already know his story, Tom was a rising star in the hedge fund world in his t…

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James Healy on BS at Work (Bullshit & Behavioural Science) 1:04:46

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Why do so many workplaces run on bullshit processes and procedures? And how might Behavioural Science help resolve them? Episode Summary In this episode, I sit down with author, speaker and advisor James Healy to explore his book BS at Work — and the everyday nonsense we all recognise inside organisations. James argues that while behavioural scienc…

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Pep Rosenfeld on Work Laugh Balance 1:03:07

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What if the most powerful tool at work isn’t logic, but laughter? On this episode I'm speaking to a comedian who far from thinking humour is a workplace distraction, thinks it might be one of our most powerful tools. Episode Summary My guest is Pep Rosenfeld: comedian, improviser, and co-founder of the Amsterdam-based comedy institution Boom Chicag…

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Ella Jenkins & Pete Dyson on Why Do Cyclists Run Red Lights? 54:21

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Why do cyclists in London run red lights? It's against the law, and yet, if you've cycled, driven or just observed London's cyclists, you'll know that many of them don't stop when there's a red light. Confession time: I'm one of them. Not all the time, but some of the time, and weirdly not when I'm in Munich — the other city I live in — but only in…

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Dr Nuno Reis on Rare Dots 1:07:23

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What if the ideas that linger in the back of your mind — the ones you can’t quite explain — are the ones you most need to pay attention to? Episode Summary In this episode, I explore that question with Dr Nuno Reis, a former physicist and investment banker turned thinker and guide in uncovering what he calls rare dots — those unique, pre-verbal ins…

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Professor Christian van Nieuwberg on Radical Listening 1:09:22

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Is listening a hidden superpower we’ve overlooked? You've heard of Active Listening, but what is Radical Listening and why does it matter? Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined by Professor Christian van Nieuwerburgh, an academic who also describes himself as 'Coach on a Motorcycle'. He's on the show to help me explore what he calls 'Radical …

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Dr Sunita Sah on Defiance - how to speak up when it matters 1:02:54

5M ago1:02:54

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Why do we follow orders or go along with things that feel wrong? Why might defiance be better than compliance? And how can we go about becoming more defiant? Episode Summary I’ve always been fascinated by why people obey, even when it clashes with their instincts or values. In this conversation, I’m joined by Dr Sunita Sah — a physician-turned-orga…

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Dr Libby Maman on Measuring and (Re-)building Trust 1:00:39

5M ago1:00:39

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What happens when citizens lose faith in the institutions that serve them? And how can we rebuild that trust? Episode Summary On this episode, I'm speaking to someone who cares passionately about this subject and who has made it her life's work to research and solve it. From politicians who lie, to corruption scandals, to public services that simpl…

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Iain Morrison on When The Show Mustn't Go On 1:05:09

5M ago1:05:09

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We’ve all heard the phrase ‘the show must go on’. But when shouldn’t the show go on? To help me answer that, I’m speaking to someone who has spent 35 years managing some of Australia’s most iconic large-scale events — from Taylor Swift concerts to public city spectacles with crowds over 200,000, and corporate experiences — and has often faced the q…

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Zsike Peter on Thinkbait 1:09:45

5M ago1:09:45

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What if the real risk of AI isn’t job loss but brain atrophy? Episode Summary If you've spent any time on social media recently, you'll be familiar with the flood of low-quality AI-generated sludge. And on this episode, I'm speaking to someone who is leading a one-woman campaign against it and in favour of human-generated content. Her name is Zsike…

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Dr Kiran Bhatti & Professor Thomas Roulet on Wellbeing Intelligence 1:02:24

6M ago1:02:24

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What if we treated mental health like a capability instead of a crisis? On this episode, I'm talking to a business school professor and a counselling psychologist about their new book that looks at practical ways we can manage mental health. Not after it manifests itself, but beforehand. Episode Summary Mental health has become part of the workplac…

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Tahira Endean on Joy as a KPI (or why live events need to be more joyful) 1:02:12

6M ago1:02:12

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What if joy became the most important metric when we organised events? Or, to put it another way, why are so many events uninspiring and not very joyful? Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined by event strategist, educator, and author Tahira Endean to explore a provocative question: what if we measured events not just by financial metrics, but…

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Claus Raasted on Getting Shit Done 1:10:37

6M ago1:10:37

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Why is getting shit done so hard, and what can we do about it? Episode Summary Getting shit done isn’t just about motivation or tools, it’s about design. In this episode, I speak to Claus Raasted: consultant, author, speaker, experience designer, and someone who describes himself — with tongue firmly in cheek — as an “overpaid rockstar consultant.”…

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Katy Diggory on communicating across borders 53:40

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What happens when a British communications expert takes her political instincts and corporate storytelling skills to Germany? 🎙️ Overview On this episode, I speak with Katy Diggory, who’s done exactly that — and learned a lot about tone, culture, and translation along the way. It’s a brilliant conversation that blends politics, international busine…

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Kevin Evers on The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift 1:08:05

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What can a global pop icon teach us about business strategy? In the case of Taylor Swift, more than you might think. Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined by Kevin Evers, senior editor at Harvard Business Review and the author of There's Nothing Like This: The Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift. We dive deep into what makes Swift not just a pop…

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Juliet Rosenfeld on Affairs 1:06:30

7M ago1:06:30

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Why do people have affairs? What lessons can we learn from infidelity? It's estimated that an affair will impact one in five of us, yet it tends to be a taboo subject. So, on this episode, I'm going to break that taboo and explore the hidden world of affairs with psychoanalyst and author Juliet Rosenfeld. Juliet’s book, Affairs: Stories of Love, Li…

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Dr Chengwei Liu on Luck & Serendipity 1:03:59

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Have you ever wondered how much of your success is down to luck? What if the world is far less fair and predictable than we’d like to think? On this episode, I explore the complex and fascinating role of luck in our lives and decisions with Dr. Chengwei Liu, Associate Professor of Strategy and Behavioural Science at Imperial College London. Chengwe…

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Professor Magda Osman on Psychological Harm 1:02:09

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What is psychological harm, and can we really regulate it? Should an AI-companion app be allowed to dump the person who is using it? 📝 Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined once again by Professor Magda Osman, someone who’s been on the show several times before, who always has something compelling to say. This time, we're talking about psycho…

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Sarah Ward on Chemistry, Committees & Cooking 1:05:19

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What do chemistry, committees and cooking have in common? They’re all things which have formed part of the career of my guest on this episode. She’s Sarah Ward, owner of The Cookery Lab, a unique cookery school that uses a science-led approach to teaching cooking skills. I first met Sarah when we worked together on governance at the Bank of England…

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Sarah Aalborg on Secure by Choice 1:04:23

8M ago1:04:23

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What do people have to do with cybersecurity? A lot. As with other fields of human risk, it’s people that are typically the root cause of problems in the cybersecurity world. Which is where my guest’s expertise in behavioural design comes into play. On this episode, I’m speaking with Sarah Aalborg, a cybersecurity and behavioural design expert who’…

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Human Risk: Behind The Scenes 1:32:39

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What really happens Behind The Scenes at Human Risk? 📝 Episode Summary In this special ‘takeover’ episode of the show, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my work at Human Risk. Because interviewing myself would be odd, friend of the show Sarah Abramson takes the interviewer’s seat. She delves into my journey, exploring the intersections of curiosi…

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James Victore on Being Weird 1:01:04

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What's the most important thing we can all do to be happy? According to my guest on this episode, it's embracing the thing that made us weird as kids. 🎙️ Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined once again by the inimitable James Victore — artist, author, and creative provocateur — to explore the power of embracing your inner weirdo. James has j…

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Anne Sebba on The Women's Orchestra of Auschwitz 1:06:15

8M ago1:06:15

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Why was there a women’s orchestra in Auschwitz, and what can that help us understand human resilience? In this deeply moving episode of the show, I speak with Anne Sebba — renowned biographer, historian, and journalist — about one of the Holocaust’s most extraordinary and little-known stories: the Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz. Anne’s latest book …

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Matthew McNerney on Museum Design 1:01:54

9M ago1:01:54

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What makes people want to go to museum? How can they ensure they still remain relevant? I spend a lot of my time in museums. They inspire me, inform me and put me into mindsets I wouldn't otherwise be in. So I wanted to learn more about them. Episode Summary On this episode, I sit down with Matthew McNerney, Chief Creative Officer of Luci Creative,…

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Dr Mark Fabian on Beyond Happy 1:04:28

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What if the problem isn’t that you’re not happy enough — but that you’re chasing the wrong kind of happiness altogether? Show Summary On this episode I’m joined by Dr Mark Fabian, Associate Professor of Public Policy at the University of Warwick and author of Beyond Happy: How to Rethink Happiness and Find Fulfillment. Mark argues that our modern o…

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Professor Benjamin Van Rooij on Toxic Organisations 1:02:06

9M ago1:02:06

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What makes an organisation toxic, and how can we spot the signs before it’s too late? What are the common traits that make seemingly unrelated organisations, ranging from the Catholic Church to corporations, do harm? On this episode, I’m joined once again by one of my favourite guests — Professor Benjamin van Rooij — for a deep dive into the hidden…

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Amy Watson on Violence Against Women 1:30:18

10M ago1:30:18

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How can we prevent violence against women? And what role do men who don't engage in violence, have to play? This episode tackles a serious, but important topic. Violence against women affects millions worldwide, yet too often, the focus is placed on how women can protect themselves rather than addressing the behaviors and systems that enable violen…

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Giles Oakley on The Art & Science of Tea 49:17

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What does tea have to do with human behaviour? A lot more than you might think. On this epusoed, I'm exploring one of the world's most popular drinks and what we can learn from it. Summary My guest is Giles Oakley, a professional tea taster, entrepreneur, and long-time friend. Giles began his career at Tetley before co-founding Two Spoons Tea, a co…

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Pav Gill on Whistleblowing that works 1:11:56

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How do we create systems that encourage whistleblowing without incentivizing malicious reporting? Should we reward whistleblowers financially? Why is closure important, both for whistleblowers and the organisations they are whistleblowing on? Episode Summary On this episode, I speak with Pav Gill, the whistleblower behind the Wirecard scandal and f…

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Dr Hemma Lomax on The Edge of Possibility 1:03:09

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What is the edge of possibility and how can storytelling help us to find it? My guest isn't a storyteller — she's a lawyer, working in compliance — but she's got some fascinating insights to share about how it can help us to effect change. Or, in her words, to find the edge of our possibility. I've been wanting to get Dr Hemma Lomax on the show for…

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Duncan Mavin on Meltdown: The Collapse of Credit Suisse 1:01:51

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How does a major global bank keep surviving crises; until it doesn't? Episode Summary On this episode, I’m joined by Duncan Mavin, author of Meltdown: Scandal, Sleaze, and the Collapse of Credit Suisse. Duncan’s book dives deep into the bank’s dramatic downfall, uncovering decades of mismanagement, scandals, and cultural clashes that eventually led…

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Kit Holden on Played in Germany - a footballing journey through a nation's soul 56:45

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What can we learn about a country from its favourite sport? A lot. Particularly when that country has a history and culture like Germany. Which is what I'm exploring on this episode. Even if you're not a football fan, this episode — in a year when Germany goes to the polls — will have something of interest. Episode Summary On this episode, I speak …

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Tim Houlihan & Dr Kurt Nelson on Behavioural Experiments, Podcasting, and Innovation 1:32:17

12M ago1:32:17

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What role does experimentation play in making big life and creative decisions? What lessons can podcasters teach us about effective communication in business? Show Summary To answer these questions, in this festive episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back two friends of the show, two of my favorite podcasters, Tim Houlihan and Kurt Nelson, co-hosts of…

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Fraser Simpson on Making Ethics Engaging 1:38:32

1y ago1:38:32

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What does a pink puppet called Connie have to do with ethics? More than you might think. On this episode, I'm speaking with a lawyer, whose innovative approach to getting employees to engage in ethics, involved turning to something we all know from our childhood, a puppet. Episode Summary That lawyer and my guest on this episode is Fraser Simpson, …

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Jono Hey on Sketchplanations 1:07:52

1y ago1:07:52

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Can you distill a complex concept into a single sketch? Jono Hey can and on this episode, he joins me to talk about Sketchplanations —a project that explains the world, one sketch at a time. Summary I’ve been a long-time admirer of Jono’s work, which makes complex ideas accessible and engaging through simple, elegant sketches. We discuss how he man…

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Amy Kean on Communicating Effectively 1:03:17

1y ago1:03:17

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What makes communicating effectively such a critical skill in today’s world? On this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of communication with Amy Kean, a psychosociologist, educator, and the founder of Good Shout, a company redefining how we teach and communicate. Amy brings her unique blend of humour, honesty, and sharp insights to a conve…

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Steve Bell on Cartooning 1:17:06

1y ago1:17:06

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How does one become a political cartoonist? And what lessons can we learn from their craft? Episode Summary In this episode, I sit down with legendary political cartoonist Steve Bell to explore the artistry and challenges behind his provocative work. From his early struggles as a teacher to his meteoric rise as a satirical voice at The Guardian, St…

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Dr Eva Van Den Broek & Tim Den Heijer on The Housefly Effect 1:08:24

1y ago1:08:24

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How do tiny changes in our surroundings create big impacts on our daily lives? And what does that have to do with house flies? Episode Summary In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Eva Van Den Broek and Tim Den Heijer to discuss their new book, The Housefly Effect, which explores the hidden ways behavioral science influences our daily decisi…

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Matt Ballantine on Solving Problems with Randomness 1:04:35

1y ago1:04:35

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What if embracing randomness could unlock better decision-making in your work? In this episode, I welcome back Matt Ballantine, a returning guest known for his insightful and playful take on work and life. This time, Matt dives into the concept of randomness and how it can be a strategic tool in navigating complex problems that defy traditional sol…

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Anna Rowe on Romance Scams 1:13:46

1y ago1:13:46

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What would you do if someone you trusted turned out to be living a double life? Episode Summary On this episode, I speak with Anna Rowe, a brave and resilient advocate for victims of romance fraud. Anna shares her deeply personal story of being deceived by someone who led a double life, manipulating her emotions and trust for over a year. Her journ…

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Dr. Holly Bell on Curiosity, Road Trips, and Reinvention 1:03:45

1y ago1:03:45

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How can road trips and curiosity shape our perspectives on life? In this episode, I speak with Dr Holly Bell, a former professor, author, and spontaneous traveller. Holly’s diverse background, which includes teaching economics, writing thrillers, and even working in corporate management at a Fortune 100 company, is rooted in her insatiable curiosit…

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Carissa Carter & Scott Doorley on Assembling Tomorrow 1:03:11

1y ago1:03:11

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What role does creativity play in navigating an unpredictable world? On this episode, I sit down with Carissa Carter and Scott Doorley, both members of the Stanford d.school faculty. Together, they’ve co-authored Assembling Tomorrow, a fascinating exploration of how design influences the future, especially amidst the rapid rise of emerging technolo…

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Steve Martin on Influence At Work 1:09:43

1y ago1:09:43

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How can we be better at influencing others? On this episode, I explore the world of influence with behavioural scientist Steve Martin. Steve has made a career out of studying the art and science of persuasion, and in this conversation, we dive deep into his latest book Influence at Work. Together, we unpack how influence is a key part of all aspect…