Behavior Gap Radio

1260 | No One Is Asking for It

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the terrifying beauty of doing work no one asked for. He challenges the conventional path of chas...

1259 | A Lot of Thinks

25 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl questions the very idea of financial "problems." What if most of what we worry about isn’t actually a pr...

1258 | The Overnight Test

24 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares one of the most powerful tools he's ever created: The Overnight Test. Through stories of stocks, ca...

1257 | Expensive Way to Find Out Who You Are

21 Mar 2025

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In this short and powerful episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl offers just one thought—“If you don’t know who you are, money is a very expensive...

1256 | Kind, True, Necessary

20 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the challenge of communicating hard truths with people we care about. Inspired by a principle ...

1255 | You Can't Hedge Yesterday

19 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reads a new essay from his upcoming book, Your Money: Reimagining Wealth Through Simple Sketches. The essa...

1254 | The Search for Your Identity

18 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores what Henry Shukman calls the fundamental investigation of a lifetime: the search for our identity...

1253 | Beast of Burden

17 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a deeply personal story about a recent argument with his wife over money—one sparked by the langu...

1252 | What Do You Desire?

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do you truly want? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl Richards continues the conversation on the two fundamental questions that shape fi...

1251 | Who Are You?

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At the heart of real financial planning—and a meaningful life—are two fundamental questions: Who are you? And what do you desire? In this episode ...

1250 | Rise Above It

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, the best way to navigate chaos is to step back and see the bigger picture. In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares an essay from...

1249 | Actively Doing Nothing

11 Mar 2025

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What does it really mean to do nothing? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a personal story about an intervention from a close friend ...

1248 | Do Nothing

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, the most valuable thing you can do is… nothing. In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the fascinating paradox of inaction—...

1247 | The Paradox of Attention

07 Mar 2025

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Attention is the most valuable resource we have—and yet, it's one of the easiest to waste. In this episode, Carl shares a riddle from The Zen of Cli...

1246 | The Other Side of Complexity

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Simple doesn’t mean simplistic. In this episode, Carl shares an essay from his upcoming book, exploring the journey from complexity to elegant simpl...

1245 | The Value of Venting

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, you just need to vent. In this episode, Carl explores the value of blowing off steam—the importance of safe spaces, good friends, and mom...

1244 | Your Emotional Balance Sheet

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What’s on your emotional balance sheet? In this episode, Carl shares an essay from his upcoming book, exploring how we hold onto frustrations, argum...

1243 | When Risk Shows Up

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Risk is just a concept—until it isn’t. This week, Carl shares a backcountry ski adventure that took an unexpected turn, turning a routine 25-minut...

1242 | The Third Reason for Goals

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl revisits the purpose of goals—why we set them, why they’re often just guesses, and why we should still...

1241 | Ironic Places to Hide

27 Feb 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl unpacks the irony of our most well-intentioned distractions—especially when they become clever ways to a...

1240 | The Plan Comes First

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl unpacks the power of visual shortcuts and meaningful souvenirs—how his sketches distill complex ideas in...

1239 | I Found My Purpose… And…

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the never-ending search for purpose. Once believing he'd eventually find his purpose and be don...

1238 | Content in My Discontent

24 Feb 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the paradox of being content in his discontent—the idea that growth, searching, and pushing bou...

1237 | Range of Outcomes

21 Feb 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares an essay titled Range of Outcomes from his upcoming book—a simple sketch that captures the messy,...

1236 | What's Your First Memory

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl poses a simple yet powerful question: What’s your earliest memory of money? He explores how this questio...

1235 | A Book as a Conversation Starter

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into why he’s writing another book—Your Money: Reimagining Wealth Through Simple Sketches—and ...

1234 | Two Reasons to Have Goals

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl unpacks the surprising power of goals—even when they’re just guesses. He shares a personal financial g...

1233 | Trapped

17 Feb 2025

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On this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl wrestles with the tension between escape and engagement, reflecting on a moment when watching football bro...

1232 | Vulnerability and Exposure

14 Feb 2025

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Risk asks what could happen. Exposure asks what it would mean if it did. But maybe the real question is—can we be okay with being vulnerable? In thi...

1231 | Stop Worrying About Risk

13 Feb 2025

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares an essay from his upcoming book exploring the crucial difference between risk and exposure. While r...

1230 | Never Enough

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What are you willing to do for money? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the growing tension between long-held values and the relent...

1229 | Boredom Practice

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we reach for our phones, ice cream, or the next distraction—even when we know they don’t add to our lives? In this episode of Behavior Gap ...

1228 | If You're Unsure of Who You Are

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this short but powerful episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a crisp insight: If you're unclear about who you are or what you value, entrepre...

1227 | AI and Money

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a short but deeply considered essay from his new book. He explores why humans and money don’t fit...

1226 | Strava for Money

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if there were a Strava for money? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores how the natural human instinct to compare—often seen as ...

1225 | How Much Do They Make?

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We look at what people buy and assume we know what they make—but what if that story we tell ourselves is completely wrong? In this episode of Behavi...

1224 | Scaling Kindness With a Media Business

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if every project, every system, every piece of work was in service of one thing—kindness? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects ...

1223 | Tips & Tricks for Meeting People

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Striking up conversations with strangers can feel daunting—but what if it was easier than you thought? In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl s...

1222 | The Power of Curated Community

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you step outside your usual circles? Carl shares a powerful realization from an event in his own backyard—an energizing room full ...

1221 | Attention Is Power

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all heard that money is power—but what if the real power is attention? In this episode, Carl explores how attention has become the most valu...

1220 | Creating Space for Hell Yeah

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is there something magical about saying no? A listener shares a hunch—every time they say no to something that’s not a good fit, something great f...

1219 | New Zealand and News

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After four days deep in the New Zealand bush—no cell service, no news, just the sound of waterfalls and the weight of stillness—Carl is confronted...

1218 | Infinite Matters

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh from his time in New Zealand, Carl reflects on clarity—the kind that comes when the noise fades away. Inspired by Carl Jung’s insight that "...

1217 | Stuff That Owns You

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl shares an exciting update about his upcoming book—a collection of 97 essays paired with sketches—and invites listeners to jo...

1216 | What Lights You Up?

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl shares two guiding principles that have shaped his life: Lao Tzu's call to "be who you really are and go the whole way" and Howa...

1215 | The Practice

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this first episode of 2025, Carl reflects on the importance of consistent practice, whether it’s journaling, recording, or simply noticing the wo...

1214 | The Ridgelines of Our Lives

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares reflections from a backcountry skiing trip in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains. Inspired by a striking ri...

1213 | The Sacred Now: You're Already There

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a backcountry skiing trip that offered profound moments of connection—with nature, loved one...

1212 | The 29-Year Canvas

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a powerful realization while preparing for a family trip: the delicate balance betwe...

1211 | The 100-Year Mirror

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into a powerful question inspired by a conversation with writer Joel Stein: If someone 100 years fro...

1210 | The Moment I Realized I Was Different

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a pivotal moment from his high school years—the first time he realized others thought and li...

1209 | One Million Vertical Feet!

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl unpacks a fascinating lesson about goals, metrics, and intention. Sparked by a conversation about someone ...

1208 | What if Your Path Doesn't Exist Yet?

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a powerful Dostoevsky quote about self-betrayal and the courage required to step off establish...

1207 | Investing in Relationships

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the finite nature of our most precious resources—time, energy, and attention—and the importan...

1206 | When Everything Goes Wrong

13 Dec 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on how easily we can get derailed even when starting the day with the best intentions. He shares ...

1205 | Money's Resignation Letter

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl imagines an eye-opening conversation with money, personified as a tired but honest friend. Through this th...

1204 | Confessions of a Reformed Financial Martyr

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a quiet but profound shift in his relationship with money and responsibility. Through a family...

1203 | The Only Life Lesson That Matters

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores a profound Zen quote: "I have learned only one thing in life. How much is enough?" He delves into...

1202 | The Gap and Thich Nhat Hanh

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the wisdom of Thích Nhất Hạnh's words about aligning money with values. Through personal ...

1201 | Spending Health to Get Money

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into a thought-provoking paradox: the all-too-common societal norm of sacrificing health for financi...

1200 | Success Minus Substance

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a powerful takeaway from his conversation with Dr. Gina Gorlin, a psychologist and coach for founde...

1199 | Three Great Addictions

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a provocative quote from Nassim Taleb about the three great addictions: heroin, carbohydrates,...

1198 | Could It Be That Simple?

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl challenges high-performing entrepreneurs, creatives, and consultants to rethink how they document their le...

1197 | The Three Reasons for a Public Creative Practice

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the reasons behind his habit of turning personal learning into public artifacts. He delves into t...

1196 | The Creative Risk

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into the deeply personal risk of creating something and sharing it with the world. Whether you’re...

1195 | Dancing With Dragons

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this Behavior Gap Radio field episode, Carl dives into the messy, courageous work of embracing who you really are—and the creative risks it takes...

1194 | Which Version of You?

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a deeply personal and universal question: What good is it to protect and provide if your kids ...

1193 | Protect & Provide

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the age-old archetype of masculinity and money—the roles of protector and provider. Through ...

1192 | The Khaki Pants

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl unpacks the metaphor of "khaki pants" as a symbol of stability, security, and predictability—and the ten...

1191 | Be With Money…

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a powerful question posed by writer and ultra-runner Katie Arnold during a recent conversation...

1190 | The Hungry Ghost of Never Enough

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the haunting concept of the "hungry ghost" from Buddhist tradition—a being with an insatiable d...

1189 | The Best, Last Teacher

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the profound wisdom of Lao Tzu’s quote, “Be who you really are and go the whole way.” In...

1188 | Problems as a Tax

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the idea that most problems are simply projections—fears about a future that may never happen. ...

1187 | The $100 Meditation

08 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into the transformative exercise he calls the "$100 Bill Meditation," inspired by his guest Johnny ...

1186 | The Collective Delusion

07 Nov 2024

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In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives deeper into the "collective delusion" around money, expanding on his previous discussion about money...

1185 | Money and the Collective Story

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on his conversation with Krista Tippett, host of On Being, which led him to explore the idea of m...

1184 | Fear and Money

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the powerful link between money and fear, reflecting on his own journey to move away from making ...

1183 | Doctor Low Angle

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares an essay on finding clarity in decision-making and risk. Inspired by a personal shift in his backco...

1182 | Compounding Kindness With the Work

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special field episode from New York City, Carl shares reflections from his "idea tour," which has taken him across the U.S., exploring the pro...

1181 | Money Is Just a Word

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this thought-provoking episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl challenges us to rethink our relationship with money, suggesting that money itself is si...

1179 | Less Discovery, More Clarity

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the balance between discovery and clarity, suggesting that true insight often emerges when we ...

1180 | Calm Money

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the idea of achieving "calm money" by shifting our mindset around finances. While society often b...

1178 | Being Kind Is an Investment

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this brief yet impactful episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into a powerful concept: kindness as an investment with compounding returns, wh...

1177 | Kindness Compounds

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a profound realization sparked by a conference interaction—a reminder of the lasting impact that ...

1176 | Becoming a Better Investor

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl revisits one of his favorite topics: investing. He challenges the common misconception that success comes ...

1175 | Which One Feels Correct?

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the process of decision-making, particularly when faced with big, life-altering choices. He emp...

1174 | When Risk Shows Up

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl explores the inevitable arrival of risk when making important life decisions, particularly through the lens of parenting young a...

1173 | What Made It Better?

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl dives into the emotional rollercoaster of managing anxiety around money, particularly during times of high...

1172 | The Guaranteed ROI of Friendship

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the deep, meaningful connections that define true friendship. Through a personal story of returning to the red rock cany...

1171 | In Over My Head

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a deeply personal story about overcoming fear and self-doubt by finally completing a wilderness fir...

1170 | I Wish I Could Have All That Time Back

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on a conversation with a friend who realized he had spent much of his life feeling appalled, offe...

1169 | You've Been in Your Body All Week

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl shares a personal revelation sparked by his wife's observation that he was "in his body, instead of in his...

1168 | 60 Minutes With a Friend

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the value of investing time with friends, sharing a personal story of spending 60 minutes in c...

1167 | How Much Energy Do You Have?

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the idea of energy as a vital form of capital, inspired by a question from Tom Rath’s "Are You ...

1166 | Energizing Friends

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl delves into the impact that relationships have on our energy, one of the four essential sources of capital...

1165 | Spending Energy

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl explores the often-overlooked concept of energy as a valuable source of capital alongside money, time, and...

1164 | A Provocative Symbol

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl invites you to join him for a thought experiment at your favorite coffee shop, where he draws a simple yet powerful symbol—a d...

1163 | Three Questions About Money

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the powerful and generous act of simply witnessing someone’s struggle, particularly when it ...

1162 | Confirmation Bias Prevention

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carl dives into the sneaky nature of confirmation bias, using a personal story about road biking and weight tracking to highlight how...

1161 | Attention as a Form of Generosity

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Behavior Gap Radio, Carl reflects on the powerful idea that "attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity," a thought-prov...