Arthur Brooks
Mentioned in 73 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A Harvard-based behavioral scientist and happiness researcher, Brooks hosts the podcast "Office Hours with Arthur Brooks" and is frequently cited across programs for his evidence-based work on well-being, meaningful relationships, and life purpose. He is a former president of the American Enterprise Institute and bestselling author who has studied topics including loneliness, divorce predictors, contempt's relational impact, and the distinction between happiness and joy. Podcasts reference his research and personal experiences to explore how people can build more fulfilling lives through connection, faith, and understanding what makes life meaningful.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Always Here · May 15, 2026
Our biggest travel blunders, commitment issues, & hacks for traveling with kids
“Referenced for philosophy on self-control and prefrontal cortex as distinction from animals”
Smart Money Happy Hour with Rachel Cruze and George Kamel · May 14, 2026
Roasting the Latest Financial and Social Fads (Here to Stay?)
“Referenced for providing conflicting science on cold plunge benefits and risks for women”
The Ramsey Show · Apr 29, 2026
A Life Built on Debt Is a Life Built on Risk
“Cited for research on five ways money creates happiness and relationship to material goods”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Apr 27, 2026
How to Manage Grief
“Host and primary speaker discussing grief science, behavioral research, and personal experiences with loss”
Good Life Project · Apr 27, 2026
The Science Behind Why Religion Actually Works | David DeSteno
“Wrote Atlantic article on finding meaning in midlife; pointed DeSteno to Hindu concept of Vana Prastha”
Masters in Business · Apr 24, 2026
The Stock Picking Philosophy to Find the Next Amazon with Motley Fool's David Gardner
“Writes about happiness; wrote Love Your Enemies; addresses divisiveness”
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing) · Apr 24, 2026
Scott Galloway: Stop Chasing Passion and Build a Career That Pays Off | Career | YAPClassic
“Referenced for concept of fluid intelligence versus crystallized intelligence across life stages”
The Ramsey Show · Apr 22, 2026
Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck—Start Living With Options
“Referenced for research on cultural over-indexing of 20s-30s versus later life fulfillment”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 16, 2026
Ah... They're Fighting Again!
“Quoted regarding personality types susceptible to conspiracy theories and misinformation”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 13, 2026
Nobody's Strikin' Nothin'
“Quoted extensively on psychological research about conspiracy theory adoption and role of love as protective factor”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Apr 13, 2026
6 Big Lessons to Build Your Dream Life with Sahil Bloom
“Host of Office Hours podcast; behavioral scientist discussing happiness science and life philosophy”
Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Apr 13, 2026
Ep. 400: Should I Embrace “Slow Technology”?
“Recent guest on Deep Questions whose interview on meaning and purpose connects to themes of acedia and burnout”
Modern Wisdom · Apr 11, 2026
#1083 - Michael Smoak - 16 Brutal Life Lessons for Ambitious People
“Quoted on suffering formula: pain times resistance; appeared on Modern Wisdom previously”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Apr 10, 2026
ROI of Aliveness: How to Craft the Math of a Meaningful Life | John R. Miles - EP 753
“Referenced for framework on meaning (coherence, purpose, significance) and achievement-fulfillment divergence”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Apr 2, 2026
The Hidden System Keeping You Burned Out (It’s Not You) | Corinne Low - EP 749
“Discussed in opening segment on meaning crisis; explored foundational concepts of purpose and coherence in modern life”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Apr 1, 2026
Modern Life Is Designed to Leave You Empty. Here's the Antidote. | Arthur Brooks
“Guest discussing his new book on meaning and six-part framework for restoring purpose in modern life”
The Jefferson Fisher Podcast · Mar 31, 2026
Harvard Professor: 4 Secrets to a Happy Marriage (Backed by Neuroscience)
“Guest expert on happiness neuroscience, marriage science, and meaning; has written multiple books including 'The Meaning of Your Life'”
Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques · Mar 30, 2026
276. Dead End Goals: Are Your Ambitions Actually Leading You Toward Meaning?
“Guest expert discussing meaning, happiness, and striver syndrome; author of 'The Meaning of Your Life'”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Mar 30, 2026
Arthur Brooks On The Crisis Of Meaning & How To Actually Find It
“Guest discussing meaning crisis, happiness macronutrients, and neuroscience of modern alienation”
The Dan Bongino Show · Mar 27, 2026
The Hidden Knowledge Grift (Ep. 2482)
“Quoted on voluntary suffering and resilience building; used to frame movement challenges as necessary growth”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 27, 2026
Social Media Addiction: Why You Feel You Don’t Matter | John R. Miles - EP 747
“Featured guest for upcoming episode on meaning and purpose; authored 'The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness'”
Good Life Project · Mar 26, 2026
Arthur Brooks: Meaning in Midlife & Beyond
“Behavioral scientist discussing meaning, happiness, and flourishing; author of 'The Meaning of Your Life'”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Mar 26, 2026
How Beliefs Shape Behavior, Motivation, and Resilience | Nir Eyal — EP 746
“Upcoming guest discussing meaning and purpose; continuation of belief-to-purpose conversation arc”
Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson · Mar 23, 2026
The End of Wisdom: Chip Conley on AI and the Decline of Leadership
“Author of 'From Strength to Strength'; discusses professions suited to older workers using crystallized intelligence”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Mar 23, 2026
How the Meaning of Life Affects Your Brain: Part 2 of 3
“Explores neuroscience of meaning-making and contemplative practice as antidote to modern meaning crisis”
Good Life Project · Mar 23, 2026
Want Real, Lasting Change? It’s Time to Try a Different Approach. | Eric Zimmer
“Upcoming guest on Good Life Project discussing meaning of life and discovering purpose”
Makes Sense - with Dr. JC Doornick · Mar 20, 2026
The Night Before Rule: Claim Authority Over Your Mood - Episode 154
“Teaches that happiness is managed intelligently; co-authored book with Oprah; concept of 'borrowing happiness' referenced”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Mar 16, 2026
Find the Meaning of Your Life Part 1 of 3: Get Better at Boredom
“Host and behavioral scientist discussing his personal journey from classical musician to researcher studying meaning, happiness, and boredom”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Mar 2, 2026
How to find your faith
“Host; practicing Roman Catholic, behavioral scientist, author of 'The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness'”
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth · Feb 28, 2026
2804: The Ultimate At-Home Dumbbell ONLY Workout
“Cited as source of distinction between happiness (thermometer) and joy (thermostat) concept”
Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin · Feb 26, 2026
Science-Backed Hacks For Growing Wealth with Jon Levy
“Previous podcast guest who discussed income thresholds for happiness”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Feb 23, 2026
The Science Behind Being Good at Leisure
“Host and behavioral scientist; shares personal experiences as French horn player and current happiness researcher”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Feb 20, 2026
It's From Bangin' That Green Girl
“Scholar on happiness who wrote about young people choosing OnlyFans over romantic relationships due to fear”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 17, 2026
How to Feel Loved: The 5 Mindsets That Change Everything | | Sonja Lyubomirsky & Harry Reis – EP 730
“Led small group meeting with the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, India; discussed love and human connection”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Feb 16, 2026
How to Live Your Life Like a Start-up with Codie Sanchez
“Host of Office Hours; behavioral scientist studying happiness; former president of American Enterprise Institute”
Always Here · Feb 13, 2026
Sisters-in-Law Spill: Postpartum Body Struggles, Worst Dates EVER & V-Day Gift Ideas
“Referenced for relationship advice about eye contact and physical touch bonding”
Therapy and Theology · Feb 12, 2026
S11 E1 | "What Does It Mean To Be Spiritually Healthy?" With Dr. Joel Muddamalle
“Author cited for research on contempt as a threat to spiritual and relational health”
The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby · Feb 11, 2026
Married Couple Answers Your Relationship Dilemmas (Cheating, Performance Anxiety, & Sleep Divorce)
“Harvard professor cited for research on brain development at age 25 and correlation with lower divorce rates”
The View: Behind the Table · Feb 9, 2026
Alyssa Farah Griffin Is Ready To Meet Her Baby Boy
“Commentator cited for perspective on Bad Bunny as representation of American cultural export”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Feb 9, 2026
How to Find Love in 2026
“Host and behavioral scientist discussing romantic love, personal 34-year marriage, and upcoming book on life meaning”
The Daily Stoic · Feb 7, 2026
The Philosopher Who Didn’t Care What Anyone Thought
“Harvard professor and philosopher; discussed Cynicism and its misunderstanding in contemporary culture”
The One You Feed | Personal Growth, Emotional Resilience & Purpose · Feb 6, 2026
Unhinged Habits: Transform Your Life by Doing Less with Jonathan Goodman
“Referenced for terminology 'dear friends' in context of friendship categorization and relationship types”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Feb 2, 2026
4 Ways to Be Less Lonely
“Host and happiness teacher at Harvard University discussing loneliness epidemic and connection strategies”
The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast · Jan 29, 2026
1KHO 694: The Anxiety Reset | Levi Lusko, Don't Worry, Warrior!
“Author of forthcoming book on right-brain vs. left-brain balance and emotional health”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 26, 2026
Ep 1294 | Anti-ICE Influencers Explained: How Women Get Radicalized
“Researcher cited for data showing white liberal women under 30 have 60% mental illness diagnosis rate”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Jan 26, 2026
6 Financial Rules for Greater Happiness with Dave Ramsey
“Host of Office Hours; economist and happiness researcher interviewing Ramsey on money-happiness intersection”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Jan 24, 2026
The Anxiety Journal: A Neuroscience-Based Way to Calm Your Mind
“Host and primary speaker presenting the anxiety journal technique and neuroscience-based anxiety management methodology”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Jan 22, 2026
Why You Wake Up Anxious, And How to Fix It
“Host and primary speaker; shares personal experiences with insomnia, high negative affect, and his 4:30 AM morning protocol”
The Unplanned Podcast with Matt & Abby · Jan 21, 2026
A messy conversation about divorce
“Expert referenced for research on cohabitation before marriage correlating with higher divorce likelihood”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Jan 19, 2026
How to Set the Right Goals in Life
“Host and primary speaker; Harvard professor and author discussing science of happiness, goal-setting, and meaning in life”