Vivek Murthy
Mentioned in 13 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Former U.S. Surgeon General recognized for extensive research on loneliness and social isolation as major public health crises. Frequently cited in podcasts discussing mental health, workplace wellness, and social connection, where he has identified loneliness as having health impacts comparable to smoking and highlighted "mattering" as essential to well-being. Podcasts reference his work to explore how factors like technology use, mobility, and individualism contribute to epidemic levels of loneliness and invisibility in modern society.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
On with Kara Swisher · Apr 13, 2026
Inside the Wellness Boom: Separating Scams From Science
“Interviewed by Katie Couric about loneliness epidemic and its health impacts”
Huberman Lab · Mar 16, 2026
Science-Based Meditation Tools to Improve Your Brain & Health | Dr. Richard Davidson
“Former Surgeon General who issued health advisory on social media's impact on youth mental health”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 28, 2026
Can AI companionship cure loneliness – or deepen it?
“Former U.S. Surgeon General; cited for research on loneliness epidemic and health impacts of social isolation.”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 24, 2026
How to Make Your Child Feel Seen: The Science of Mattering | Gordon Flett – EP 733
“U.S. Surgeon General; identified mattering as one of five pillars of workplace mental health”
Hidden Brain · Feb 23, 2026
Do You Feel Invisible?
“Former U.S. Surgeon General who identified loneliness and invisibility as epidemic affecting workers and public health”
Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson · Feb 9, 2026
Reducing Reactivity (Without Becoming a Doormat) with Sharon Salzberg
“Former U.S. Surgeon General; cited research on loneliness epidemic having health burden equivalent to smoking half pack daily”
The Oprah Podcast · Feb 3, 2026
Discover AWE Daily with Oprah and Dacher Keltner
“Former U.S. Surgeon General cited for research on loneliness crisis that awe helps address”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 2, 2026
How a Simple Mindset Shift Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease and Improve Overall Health | Dr. Tara Narula
“Former resident of Dr. Narula who has written extensively on loneliness and connection as public health issues”
Unexpected Elements · Jan 30, 2026
Are you still with us?
“Former U.S. Surgeon General advocating for loneliness as public health priority; highlighted mobility, technology use, and individualism as contributing factors”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Jan 12, 2026
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: Heal Your Gut, Reduce Inflammation & Optimize Your Microbiome
“Former US Surgeon General who addressed loneliness epidemic as health crisis comparable to smoking”
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing) · Jan 12, 2026
Dr. Maya Shankar: Transform Your Mindset to Navigate Life’s Biggest Changes in 2026 | Human Behavior | E381
Huberman Lab · Dec 29, 2025
Defining Healthy Masculinity & How to Build It | Terry Real
“U.S. Surgeon General; Real cited his research on loneliness being as harmful as smoking 1.5 packs daily”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Nov 17, 2025
Interview With An Icon: Katie Couric On The State of Media, Institutional Distrust, Cancer Advocacy & What Actually Creates Happiness
“U.S. Surgeon General who collaborated with Couric on loneliness and social isolation documentary”