How to deal with jerks in the workplace (with Christine Porath)
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a rude co-worker or boss — or have you ever been told that the “jerk” is you...
How to become a better ally (with Nita Mosby Tyler)
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do we mean when we call ourselves “allies”? For Dr. Nita Mosby Tyler, being an ally means b...
How to create a more just future with your community (with Raj Jayadev)
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How would you describe your community? And what if the stories you tell have the power to save someo...
How to forget about finding “The One”— and build a lasting relationship (with Dr. George Blair West)
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you choose to be in a relationship —long or short term— how do you go about picking the right...
How to make language fun— and create a more inclusive world (with Juli Delgado Lopera)
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember the first time you used “Google” as a verb? Or a time before there were “selfi...
How learning about indigenous foods can open up your worldview (with Sean Sherman)
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What’s your favorite dish — and what culture originated that recipe? Whether you’re thinking a...
BODY STUFF: Why are we so awkward about poop?
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When most people think about poop, they think about shame and embarrassment. It’s something they d...
How to tap into the transformative power of reading (with Michelle Kuo)
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you got lost in a book? If it’s been a minute, today’s guest might recomm...
How zombies, dragons, and superheroes could make you a better person (with Christopher Robichaud)
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Roleplaying games and the Marvel universe may be fictional, but they can also teach us a lot about m...
How to handle the ups and downs of social media (with Aparna Nancherla)
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After scrolling through your social media feeds, how do you feel? Empowered and connected -- anxious...
How to spend money to buy happiness (with Michael Norton)
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can money really buy happiness? Michael Norton is a social science researcher who studies how we fee...
How to Rethink a Bad Decision | WorkLife with Adam Grant
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In life and work, we have a hard time changing course. When we wind up in a miserable job, a failing...
How to turn climate anxiety into action (with Luisa Neubauer)
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes it feels like fighting climate change is all about dealing with the many little things we ...
How to sleep like your relationships depend on it (with Wendy Troxel)
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How did you sleep last night? Whether you sleep next to someone or not, in today’s episode Wendy T...
How to care for your community with radical hospitality (with Doniece Sandoval)
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you volunteer in your community? Don’t feel bad if the answer is no. Whether you are currently ...
How to have better conversations (with Celeste Headlee)
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Humans need to have conversations every day-- at our jobs, in our homes, in government-- so how can ...
How to celebrate the ups —and downs— of family life(with Glen Henry)
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Families can be the cause of both great happiness and deep struggle. In today’s episode, Glen shar...
How to bring confidence and joy into your sex life (with Emily Nagoski)
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sex is such a big part of being human. It's how our species persists, but it's also so much more tha...
How to redefine your self-worth (with Meag-gan O'Reilly)
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“What am I doing with my life? Where am I going?” During this isolated time, many of us are havi...
How to be the set designer of your own world (with David Korins)
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us are spending the majority of our time confined to our homes and becoming aware of how the...
How to get the medical care you deserve (with Leana Wen, M.D.)
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A doctor’s visit, even in the best of times, can be overwhelming to navigate. Dr. Leana Wen is an ...
How to become a better ally (with Dwinita Mosby Tyler)
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do we mean when we call ourselves “allies”? For Dr. Dwinita Mosby Tyler, being an ally mean...
How to thrive in remote work (with David Burkus)
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Water coolers, office bagels, frigid spaces with fluorescent lighting. Today's episode is all about ...
How to fix our polarized conversations (with Robb Willer)
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is your family, community, or even your country more divided than ever? Today’s guest Robb Willer ...
How to cultivate resilience and get through tough times (with Lucy Hone)
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Life can throw curveballs that you feel wholly unprepared for-- just ask Dr. Lucy Hone, a resilience...
How to challenge conventional wisdom -- and change any industry (with Franklin Leonard)
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think Hollywood needs to change? How about your own industry? It’s difficult to get decisio...
How to find the emotional support you need right now (with Guy Winch)
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been feeling isolated or emotionally vulnerable lately? Loneliness is universal and while w...
Welcome to How To Be a Better Human
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us want to be better, but we’re not sure where to begin. Well, start here. Each week, host...