Best Nick Coyle Podcasts (2025)

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443: The 2-Word Mindset Shift To Save Your Holidays & Boost Your Joy A solocast with DREAM THINK DO creator Mitch Matthews 16:03

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In this short and heartfelt episode… Mitch Matthews is keeping it simple but powerful. It's a mini-episode, just 15 minutes… but it's packed with a mindset shift that could transform your holidays (and maybe even your new year!). As we dive into this season that's often full, fast, and a little frantic… we wanted to offer you a concept that's helpi…

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How to Make Your Holiday Gatherings Memorable 42:34

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Back in January 2020, Rufus sat down with Priya Parker — a conflict resolution specialist who’s worked on peace processes around the world — to talk about her book The Art of Gathering. What she told him changed how we think about every dinner party, every work meeting, every family get-together we host. Priya’s argument is simple but radical. She …

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If America Is “Winning,” Why Does the Economy Feel Like This? (with Talmon Joseph Smith) 40:58

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America has never been wealthier—so why does it feel so hard to get by? New York Times economics reporter Talmon Joseph Smith joins Nick and Goldy this week to unpack the growing gap between economic headlines and the lived reality of most Americans. With nearly $200 trillion in national wealth and half the country holding just a sliver of it, they…

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442: The "ALL IN" Reset: What to Stop, Start, and Keep for 2026 [and beyond] 52:43

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An Interview with former Navy SEAL, CEO & bestselling author Brent Gleeson In this powerful episode, Mitch Matthews sits down with Brent Gleeson - former Navy SEAL, CEO, and bestselling author - to dive into the mindset, routines, and values that allow you to go ALL IN on what matters most, even during the most chaotic of times… (even the holidays!…

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FLOURISH: Daniel Coyle on the Art and Science of Feeling Alive 1:17:19

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What does it mean to flourish? According to author Daniel Coyle, flourishing is “joyful, meaningful growth — shared.” But how do you achieve that enviable state? The answer lies in Dan’s forthcoming book, “Flourish,” which you can pre-order now on Amazon, Audible, or Bookshop.org. Highlights: (5:11) Life isn't a treasure hunt; it’s more like treasu…

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The Right of the People: Democracy and the Case for a New American Founding (with Osita Nwanevu) 43:07

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Extreme inequality and democratic decline aren’t separate crises—they’re the same crisis. This week, Osita Nwanevu joins Paul and Goldy to explain how America’s constitutional design, corporate power, and decades of upward redistribution have eroded both political and economic freedom. He outlines what real democratic governance would mean inside g…

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Kari Leibowitz Loves Winter (And You Can Too) 59:25

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In our divided nation, there's one thing many of us seem to agree on: winter sucks. A recent study found that nearly half of Americans would skip winter if they could. Yet not everyone dreads the cold months. Psychologist Kari Leibowitz has spent years studying these winter-lovers, and she's arrived at a surprising truth: people who thrive this tim…

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441: Stop Fixing Your Weaknesses: 5 Strategies for Designing A Life Around Your Strengths with John K. Coyle 1:02:32

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An interview with Olympic Medalist, Author, & Design Thinker John K. Coyle What if your next breakthrough wasn't about fixing your weaknesses… but doubling down on your strengths? This week on DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with John K. Coyle - an Olympic silver medalist turned Fortune 500 exec, design thinking expert, and Emmy-winning analyst - t…

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From Abundance to Enshittification: 2025’s Must-Read Economics Books 31:14

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This week, Paul and Goldy look back at the most notable economics books of the year. They discuss Ezra Klein and David Thompson’s Abundance, Cory Doctorow’s blistering Enshittification, Thomas Piketty’s new works on inequality, Diane Coyle’s fresh take on GDP, and the overlooked history behind the Garland Fund. Whether you’re hunting for a holiday …

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Best Of: How Successful Groups Work 1:10:57

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Daniel Coyle will soon join us on the show to talk about his forthcoming book, Flourish. Today, we're revisiting our 2022 conversation with Dan about his last book, The Culture Playbook. Here's how we described the episode back then: The filmmakers at Pixar. The servers at Union Square Cafe. The badasses on SEAL Team Six. What do these super succes…

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440: Call Out the Elephant: How Great Leaders Face Conflict with Empathy and Clarity An Interview With President & CEO of Des Moines University Dr. Angela Walker Franklin 53:05

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In this inspiring and deeply authentic episode, Mitch sits down with someone he recently shared the TEDx stage with - Dr. Angela Walker Franklin. Dr. Franklin is the President and CEO of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, and not only is she the first woman and first person of color to hold that role in the university's 125+ year h…

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AI and the Future of the University 44:01

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A few weeks ago, Rufus moderated a panel discussion at Vanderbilt’s New York City campus on artificial intelligence and the future of American higher education. Today, we’re bringing you that conversation. It features Nabiha Syed, executive director of Mozilla Foundation; Nicholas Dirks, president and CEO of the New York Academy of Sciences; Julie …

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CORE Econ: Rewriting Econ 101 for the Real World (with Suresh Naidu and Wendy Carlin) 36:54

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Econ 101 shapes how millions of people understand the economy—but what if the textbooks are teaching a worldview that’s outdated, oversimplified, and in some cases flat-out wrong? This week, Nick and Goldy talk with economists Wendy Carlin and Suresh Naidu, leaders of CORE Econ, the global project rewriting introductory economics to reflect the rea…

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The Big Lie About Fixing Your Weaknesses – John K. Coyle on Playing to Your Strengths 30:22

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🚨 One of the best conversations I've ever had on this podcast. We talked about: 🧠 Why fixing your weaknesses might be destroying your strengths ⏳ How most people waste time (and how to reclaim it) 🏃‍♂️ Why your most powerful moments happen in seconds, not years 👶 And how to support high-potential kids without breaking them This episode is for anyon…

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Best Of: David Brooks on the Art of Seeing Others Deeply 1:05:39

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New York Times columnist and acclaimed author David Brooks has been trying to learn the skills that go into seeing others, understanding others, making other people feel respected, valued, and safe. Such social skills may sound trifling, but mastering them, David believes, could help us all make better decisions, enhance our creativity, and maybe e…

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439: Hope Isn't Just a Feeling - It's a Habit [Here's How to Build It] An interview with Psychologist, Behavioral Researcher, and Author Dr. Julia Garcia 50:49

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In this episode, Mitch sits down with the brilliant and bold Dr. Julia Garcia - a psychologist, behavioral researcher, and the author of the powerful new book, The 5 Habits of Hope. With 20+ years of experience working with students, educators, CEOs, and entire communities to create space for hope, Dr. J brings the science and the soul - blending t…

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Leverage AI, Define Your Niche, and Stay Irreplaceable with Dr Angela Mulrooney 20:42

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What if AI isn’t your competition, but your best advantage? In this episode, Nicholas Kuhne chats with Dr Angela Mulrooney – branding expert, ex-dentist, and creator of a personal branding AI app – about how professionals can futureproof their identity, stand out from the AI-generated noise, and finally claim their space in the market. 🎯 What we co…

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STRONG GROUND: Brené Brown on the Daring Leadership the World Needs Now 55:12

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In this conversation, recorded live on Zoom with members of the Next Big Idea Club community, Brené and Rufus talk about what drives her, how Texas has shaped her, the leadership skills that matter most, and work-life balance. Plus, our curator Adam Grant makes a surprise cameo. Brené’s new book is Strong Ground. 🎁 Join the Next Big Idea Club today…

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The Quiet Coup: Neoliberalism and the Looting of America (with Mehrsa Baradaran) 48:25

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Law professor Mehrsa Baradaran joins Nick and Goldy to reveal how neoliberalism wasn’t just a misguided economic theory—it was a “quiet coup” that rewired our laws, courts, and institutions to elevate capital above democracy. Drawing from her new book The Quiet Coup, Professor Baradaran explains how this ideology became like the air we breathe: a p…

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Why 10-Person Teams Will Build the Next Billion-Dollar Startups 25:05

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Raj Singh – Serial Entrepreneur, Product Leader at Mozilla, and Startup Whisperer In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to stay ahead in a world where GenAI has levelled the playing field. Raj unpacks how the role of individual contributors is shifting, why communication is now the killer skill, and how 10-person teams can now build bi…

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Are Brand Agencies Still Relevant in the Canva Era? T Christian Helms says yes! 21:58

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T. Christian Helms is the creative force behind Helms Workshop, a branding agency based in Austin known for crafting bold, character-driven brands. He’s a designer, writer, speaker, and former Pentagram-er who once designed a logo in a Burger King bathroom (yep, really). In this episode, Christian and Nicholas Kuhne dive into why design without thi…

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Brené Brown on courageous leadership (from ReThinking with Adam Grant) 46:29

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Brené Brown is a researcher, storyteller, and author who hosts the podcast Dare to Lead and has given some of the most popular TED Talks of all time. In this episode, recorded live at an Authors@Wharton event, Brené and our curator Adam Grant talk about her new book, Strong Ground. They discuss how to identify your core values, what courageous lead…

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438: Creating Stuff That Matters [and What to Do When It Falls Apart] An Interview with Entrepreneur, Author & Founder of LoveSac Shawn D. Nelson 48:06

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We've got an inspiring and eye-opening conversation for you this week as Mitch sits down with Shawn D. Nelson - the founder and CEO of LoveSac. If the name sounds familiar, it should. LoveSac has become a billion-dollar disruptor in the furniture space, known for their ultra-comfy bean bags and their game-changing modular couches that are built to …

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Walter Isaacson on The Greatest Sentence Ever Written 1:11:54

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What is the greatest sentence ever written? According to Walter Isaacson — former editor of Time, ex-CEO of CNN, and the acclaimed biographer of Elon Musk, Steve Jobs, Benjamin Franklin, and Jennifer Doudna — it’s this: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unal…

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The Measure of Progress: Counting What Really Matters (with Diane Coyle) 36:00

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For nearly a century, GDP has been the world’s go-to measure of economic success—but what if it’s been telling us the wrong story? It treats cigarette sales and cancer treatments as equally “good” for the economy, while caring for your kids, volunteering, or creating art don’t count at all. This week, economist Diane Coyle joins Nick and Goldy to d…

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How Big Brands Buy Media and What Startups Can Learn 19:16

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We talk real strategies for customer targeting, audience “alchemy”, and Adam’s hands-on approach to crafting campaigns that actually convert. Plus, Adam shares why he’s publishing guides, eBooks, and content to help even the smallest businesses buy media like pros. Whether you're a founder, marketer, or launching your first product – this episode g…

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Closing the AI Gap: How Small Businesses Can Compete in a Billion-Dollar Tech World 28:05

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In this episode, we dive into the real digital divide — not just access to tools, but the confidence and capacity to use them. Roberto and Nicholas go deep on how small businesses, particularly in marginalised communities, can close the AI gap, scale their operations, and build generational wealth. Expect sharp commentary on: Why Roberto left gover…

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Best Of: Decoding Elon Musk 1:06:50

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When Walter Isaacson, the legendary biographer of Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin, and Leonardo da Vinci, started shadowing Elon Musk, he found himself following "a guy who was one of the most popular people on the planet, and ended up with a guy who's the most controversial." Today on the show, Isaacson unpacks the transformation. (…

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437: 3 Ways to Get Clear on Your Dreams & Goals - [Even If You Feel Stuck] 39:33

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In this solo episode, Mitch Matthews shares an honest, behind-the-scenes story that started with a season of struggle, turned into a desperate idea… and accidentally launched a movement that's now inspired thousands of people to get clear on their big dreams and goals and move forward with courage and clarity. You'll hear about the surprising origi…

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Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud (with Ben McKenzie) 32:52

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Actor and author Ben McKenzie didn’t set out to become one of crypto’s fiercest critics—but when the pandemic hit and Hollywood shut down, his curiosity turned into a full-blown investigation. The result was the bestselling book, Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud, a blistering exposé of the crypto craze as “…