Episode Appearances
Happier with Gretchen Rubin · Apr 8, 2026
Ep. 581: Narcissist? Codependent? Panic Attack? Maybe Not. Plus a Quick Cure for Worry
“Author of 'The Last Lecture'; referenced for his concept of 'winning the parent lottery' through allowing children to draw on walls”
Self-diagnosis and misuse of clinical terminologyAnxiety management through reframing and language choiceMemory aids for habitual actions (medication, locking doors, unplugging appliances)
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Becoming UnDone · Mar 29, 2026
153 | Matt Sayman's Journey from Baylor Basketball Scandal to Redemption
“Author of 'The Last Lecture'; Saiman references his philosophy on brick walls and childhood dreams as life framework”
College Basketball Scandal RecoveryIdentity Development in Student-AthletesCoaching Culture and Leadership Philosophy
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Huberman Lab · Mar 2, 2026
Unlearn Negative Thoughts & Behaviors Patterns | Dr. Alok Kanojia
“Computer scientist cited for 'Last Lecture' philosophy on high standards and belief in potential”
Ego dissolution and identity formationDistress tolerance developmentShunya (void) meditation practices
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The Peter Attia Drive · Nov 24, 2025
The impact of gratitude, serving others, embracing mortality, and living intentionally | Walter Green (#288 rebroadcast)
“Carnegie Mellon professor who delivered 'The Last Lecture' about legacy while dying of cancer, influencing Walter's philosophy”
Gratitude Expression and Public AcknowledgmentIntentional Life Design and Reverse-Thinking Goal SettingRelationship Cultivation and Authentic Friendship
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