Best Philip Wiseman Podcasts (2025)

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Bonus Episode - Prof. Richard Wiseman (Full Interview) 44:33

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In our latest piece of bonus content, showrunner Pete Musto chats with psychology professor Richard Wiseman about the nature of belief, the mechanics of deception, and the staying power of alternative religious views.Richard Wiseman is a professor of psychology with a PhD from the University of Edinburgh who has written numerous books on the subjec…

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Why Brains Need Friends w/ Dr. Ben Rein 1:03:38

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This week, Scott sits down with Dr. Ben Rein, a Stanford neuroscientist and one of today’s most engaging science communicators. Dr. Rein has spent over a decade studying the neuroscience of social interaction, and his new book, Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection, explores how our relationships shape our minds and well-be…

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Introducing...In a Minute with Evan Lovett 1:23:43

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From the creator of social media mainstay L.A. In a Minute, Evan Lovett invites you along for a personal and intimate ride as he shares interesting facts about all sorts of things you didn’t know you needed to know. Be entertained and informed as Evan brings you into his mind to see the world through his lens. There is history everywhere, as long a…

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Ex Libris: The New York Public Library with Will Sloan 3:03:46

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We talk Frederick Wiseman's Ex Libris: The New York Public Library (2017) with film critic Will Sloan. 0:00: intro 109:00: chat w/Sloan [email protected]

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Los Angeles vs. The Owens Valley: Southern California's Water Wars 57:59

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A group of rural farmers versus a growing city. This week on Beef, the growing metropolis that is 1920s Los Angeles wages war on California’s peacefully bucolic Owens Valley over its most precious resource: water Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bridget Todd⁠⁠⁠⁠ Written by Max Wolfson Showrunning, Editing & Sound Design by Pete Musto Produced by James "Sam" Levine Cr…

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Busting Viral Mental Health Myths w/Joe Nucci 1:08:43

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This week, Scott speaks with psychotherapist and writer Joe Nucci, whose work tackles the intersection of mental health, misinformation, and pop psychology. Joe has built a large following by debunking viral myths and bringing nuance to conversations that are too often oversimplified online. Together, they dive into his new book, Psychobabble: Vira…

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make a big mess - WOMMcast Reunion 1:06:35

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In this episode they explore how do we create gateway moments in moments in our art? As we stand at a threshold in our lives and in society at large what does it take to stay boldly dedicated to our missions as artists? Also, what have PÉZO and Sarah Faye up two years later after the last episode of WOMMcast? And is there going to be a documentary …

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Introducing...Richard III 3:30

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Shakespeare’s tragedy about an unwelcome outsider who uses his genius to destroy his enemies before they destroy him. Translated into modern English verse by Migdalia Cruz and set in San Francisco at the height of the Latin Punk movement, directed by Lisa Rothe with original music composition and Sound Design by David Molina and Lindsay Jones. Lear…

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Introducing...'tis but a scratch: fact and fiction about the Middle Ages 1:01:11

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On April 28, 1192 the newly elected king of Jerusalem Conrad of Montferrat was assassinated in the streets of the city of Tyre by two Assassins, the name by which the Crusaders knew the Nizari Isma'ili Shi'a sect in Syria. The killers had acted in obedience to the leader of the Assassins, the Old Man of the Mountain Rashid al-Din Sinan. That much i…

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The Psychology of Athletic Excellence w/Dr. Alex Auerbach 55:00

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This week, Scott Barry Kaufman sits down with Dr. Alex Auerbach, a licensed counseling and sport performance psychologist who works with some of the world’s top performers—from Olympic champions to NBA, NFL, and MLB athletes, as well as elite military units, Fortune 500 companies, and high-growth startups. Together, they dive into insights from Dr.…

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Pope Boniface VIII vs. King Philip the Fair: Catholicism's Medieval Meltdown 55:40

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Solid face slaps and the separation of Church and State. This week on Beef, the infamous Pope Boniface VIII and France’s King Philip the Fair face off for ultimate power in this world and the hereafter. Follow Dr. Cecilia Gaposchkin's research here! Hosted by ⁠⁠Bridget Todd⁠⁠ Written by Dr. Richard Abels Showrunning, Editing & Sound Design by Pete …

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In Jackson Heights with Manohla Dargis 2:58:36

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We talk Frederick Wiseman's In Jackson Heights (2015) with film critic Manohla Dargis. 0:00: intro 115:05: chat w/Dargis [email protected]

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Bonus Episode - Jesse Hicks (Full Interview) 42:34

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In our latest piece of bonus content, writer Adrián Duston-Muñoz interviews science & technology journalist Jesse Hicks about the early days of chemistry, modern ideas of intellectual property, and the morality behind the things we put in our bodies. Jesse Hicks is a long-time writer and editor who typically focuses on science, healthy, technology,…

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Dealing with Feelings w/ Dr. Marc Brackett 55:57

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This week, Scott sits down with Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and author of Dealing with Feelings: Use Your Emotions to Create the Life You Want. Together, they explore why so many of us struggle to manage our emotions and what we can do about it. Dr. Brackett explains the importance of co-regula…

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Ira Remsen vs. Constantin Fahlberg: Saccharin, Sugar, and Strife 49:19

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Dietary alternatives and dubious morals. This week on Beef, chemistry pioneers Ira Remsen and Constantin Fahlberg turn a lab accident into a supposedly safer sugar substitute. Check out Jesse Hicks' writing on his website! Hosted by ⁠Bridget Todd⁠ Written by Adrián Duston-Muñoz Showrunning, Editing & Sound Design by Pete Musto Produced by James "Sa…

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Bonus Episode - Talib Babb (Full Interview) 36:54

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In our latest piece of bonus content, writer Max Wolfson chops it up with comedian Talib Babb about NBA conspiracies, the importance of basketball's pioneers, and the never-ending GOAT conversation.Talib Babb is a Brooklyn-based stand-up comedian, actor, producer and writer for ESPN Creative Works, who's also written for The New Yorker and The Late…

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Rethinking Time and the Myth of Urgency w/ Chris Guillebeau 43:02

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This week Scott speaks with author, entrepreneur, and world traveler Chris Guillebeau, best known for The Art of Non-Conformity and his latest book, Time Anxiety: The Illusion of Urgency and a Better Way to Live. Chris unpacks the concept of time anxiety—the persistent feeling that we’re running out of time—and explains why it’s different from FOMO…

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Bill Russell vs. Wilt Chamberlain: Basketball's Bitter Bromance 55:51

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Basketball innovators and bosom buddies turned enemies. This week on Beef, early NBA superstars Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain bring the ruckus on and off court, changing rules, breaking records and challenging the culture. Learn more about Len Emore's fascinating career from the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics.Follow Talib Babb's…

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Introducing...How I Got Greenlit 4:04

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In our latest piece of bonus content, we want to introduce you to recent guest Alex Keledjian's podcast How I Got Greenlit. Season 4 of show launches on YouTube on Thursday, August 21! Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave first-t…

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Can You Really Change Your Personality? w/ Olga Khazan 48:29

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This week Scott speaks with journalist and Atlantic staff writer Olga Khazan about her latest book, Me, But Better: The Science and Promise of Personality Change. Olga shares her personal journey experimenting with ways to reshape her own personality—armed with insights from the latest psychological research. Together, she and Scott explore whether…

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Sweden vs. Denmark: Scandinavia's Stubborn Siblings 35:51

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Viking ancestors and various forms of preserved fish. This week on Beef, the Nordic nations of Denmark and Sweden share a centuries-long love-hate relationship involving meatballs, soccer, and a swimming moose. Check out our Danish listener Janni's beautiful artwork on her website! Hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bridget Todd⁠⁠⁠⁠ Written by Rebecka Green Showrunning…

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Bonus Episode - Alex Keledjian (Full Interview) 48:44

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In our latest piece of bonus content, writer Max Wolfson chats with writer-director Alex Keledjian about the sanitization of Hollywood, the volatile nature of creatives, and the loyalty a filmmaker must show to their art. Writer, director, producer Alex Keledjian is the creator of HBO & Bravo's hit indie filmmaking reality TV show Project Greenligh…

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National Gallery with Philip Concannon 2:55:50

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We talk Frederick Wiseman's National Gallery (2014) with film critic Philip Concannon. 0:00: intro 99:30: chat w/Concannon [email protected] Shawn Glinis

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Debunking the Genius Myth w/ Helen Lewis 1:07:11

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This week, Scott sits down with acclaimed journalist and Atlantic staff writer Helen Lewis to explore her latest book, The Genius Myth: A Curious History of a Dangerous Idea. Together, they examine how society defines—and often distorts—the concept of genius. Helen argues that there’s no universal, objective definition of genius, and that the peopl…

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Werner Herzog vs. Klaus Kinski: German Cinema's Squabbling Soldiers 47:50

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Furious Germans and filmmaking fanaticism. This week on Beef, iconic director Werner Herzog and his unhinged leading man Klaus Kinski go toe-to-toe over the course of five films, creating breathtaking art along the way. Listen to Alex Keledjian's insightful and informative movie-making podcast ⁠How I Got Greenlit⁠ and watch his film ⁠High Voltage⁠.…

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Bonus Episode - Jim Steinmeyer (Full Interview) 57:42

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In our latest piece of bonus content, showrunner Pete Musto sits down with celebrated stage illusion designer Jim Steinmeyer to discuss performance magic versus charlatanism, the nature of deceit and the power of Harry Houdini's presence. The London Telegraph called Jim Steinmeyer “Broadway’s greatest stage illusionist,” and he’s served as a magic …

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Embracing Neurodiversity w/ Robin Ince 57:17

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This week, Scott sits down with English comedian, author, and BBC radio host Robin Ince. Known for co-presenting The Infinite Monkey Cage alongside physicist Brian Cox, Robin brings his signature wit and wisdom to a deeply personal and socially relevant conversation. The episode centers around Robin’s new book, Normal Weird and Weirdly Normal: Adve…

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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 2 46:24

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Paranormal forces and petty grudges. This week on Beef, history’s most famous magician Harry Houdini turns grief into fuel for getting even with the dubious 19th and early 20th century Spiritualist movement, in the conclusion to his obsessive crusade. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work ⁠at his website⁠. …

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Harry Houdini vs. The Spiritualists: A Magician's Crusade to Fight Phonies - Part 1 54:55

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Magic and mysticism. Spirits and skeptics. This week on Beef, legendary illusionist and escapologist Harry Houdini pulls back the curtain on the psuedo-scientific, semi-religious Spiritualist movement of the 19th century. Learn more about Jim Steinmeyer's incredible career and one-of-kind design work at his website. And order a copy of Prof. Richar…

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At Berkeley with K. Austin Collins 3:59:39

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We talk Frederick Wiseman's At Berkeley (2013) with film critic K. Austin Collins. 0:00: intro 145:00: chat w/Austin Collins [email protected] Shawn Glinis

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The Science of Inspiring Leadership w/ Dr. Adam Galinsky 1:00:09

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This week, Scott welcomes Dr. Adam Galinsky, Professor at Columbia Business School and author of Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others. Together, they explore what makes a truly inspiring leader—and how anyone, regardless of title or position, can develop the qualities to lead with vision, courage, and impact. Dr. Galinsky sha…

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BEEF is back for Season 3! 1:04

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Hot on the heels of our 2025 Communicator Awards victory for Excellence in History, Next Chapter Podcasts' hit series BEEF with Bridget Todd returns with a brand new season of pure pettiness, starting Wednesday June 25! Go to https://www.nextchapterpodcasts.com/beef to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Turning Ideas Into Action w/ Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle 54:50

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This week, Scott welcomes Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, senior research scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and Director of the Creativity and Emotions Lab. They dive into Dr. Pringle’s new book, The Creativity Choice: The Science of Making Decisions to Turn Ideas Into Action, which offers research-backed guidance on transforming …

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Designing Your Dream Life w/Sahil Bloom 55:31

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This week, Scott sits down with Sahil Bloom—investor, creator, and New York Times bestselling author of The Five Types of Wealth: A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life. Sahil shares his powerful philosophy that the most meaningful transformations in life come not from finding the right answers, but from asking the right questions. Togeth…

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Breaking the Stigma w/Mayim Bialik and Jonathan Cohen 1:12:30

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This week, Scott is joined by the multitalented Mayim Bialik and Jonathan Cohen. You might know Mayim as the star of Blossom and The Big Bang Theory, or as the former host of Jeopardy!, but she’s also a neuroscientist with a PhD from UCLA and the creator of the popular mental health podcast Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown. Jonathan Cohen, her co-host and …

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Rise Above with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman (Interviewed by Dr. Jonathan Haidt) 48:22

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In a special role-reversal episode of The Psychology Podcast, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman is interviewed by renowned social psychologist Dr. Jonathan Haidt to discuss Scott’s brand-new book, Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower Yourself, and Realize Your Full Potential. This powerful conversation explores how modern culture can reinforce limi…

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Radical Listening with Robert Biswas-Diener and Christian van Nieuwerburgh 54:01

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This week Scott is joined by Robert Biswas-Diener and Christian van Nieuwerburgh, pioneers in positive psychology coaching and co-authors of the new book Radical Listening: The Art of True Connection. Together, they share powerful insights on how to deepen our conversations and relationships through the transformative practice of radical listening.…