Podcasts · Self-Improvement
How to Be a Better Human
261 episodes · 20 with AI analysis
How To Be A Better Human isn’t your average self improvement podcast. Each week join Chris Duffy in conversation with guests and past speakers as they uncover sharp insights and give clear takeaways on how YOU can be a better human. From your work to your home and your head to your heart, How To Be a Better Human looks in unexpected places for new ways to improve and show up for one another. Inspired by the popular series of the same name on TED’s Ideas blog, How to Be a Better Human will help you become a better person from the comfort of your own headphones. Follow Chris on Instagram and TikTok at @chrisiduffy. Buy his book Humor Me at https://t.ted.com/ZGuYfcL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Decision-making under uncertainty×2Career progression models and alternatives to linear advancement×2Early career exploration and skill-building strategies×2Sedentary lifestyle health costsMovement break protocols and frequencyInteroception and body awarenessScreen time and cognitive fatigueWorkplace wellness culture changeDigital age health researchYouth mental health and physical activity
Analyzed Episodes
Jun 8, 2026
Why you need to get up and move—right now! (w/ Manoush Zomorodi)
Sedentary lifestyle health costsMovement break protocols and frequencyInteroception and body awareness
View AnalysisJun 15, 2026
Why you should try improv comedy (w/ Rick Andrews)
Improv Comedy as Professional DevelopmentPsychological Safety in Team DynamicsActive Listening and Empathy Skills
View AnalysisSep 1, 2025
The future of finding love with Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd | ReThinking with Adam Grant
Founder burnout and organizational over-identificationAI-powered matchmaking and digital dating agentsGroup-based social discovery and community events
View AnalysisSep 8, 2025
How to stop doomscrolling — and what to do instead? (w/ Katherine Cross)
Social Media Platform Design and AffordancesOnline Harassment and Third-Order Harassment CampaignsSocial Media vs. Real-World Political Organizing
View AnalysisSep 15, 2025
How to communicate better (w/ Charles Duhigg)
Deep questioning techniques for meaningful conversationActive listening and proving comprehension through looping for understandingNeural entrainment and synchronization in human connection
View AnalysisSep 22, 2025
How to talk so people will listen (w/ Julian Treasure)
Speaking and listening as foundational communication skillsHALE framework for powerful speaking (honesty, authenticity, integrity, love)RASA listening model (receive, appreciate, summarize, ask)
View AnalysisSep 29, 2025
How to build your kid's confidence — by leaving them alone (w/ Lenore Skenazy)
Free Range Parenting PhilosophyChildhood Independence and AutonomyParental Anxiety and Fear-Based Decision Making
View AnalysisOct 6, 2025
How to strengthen your relationships — one airport ride at a time (w/ Kasley Killam)
Social Health as Health PillarLoneliness and Public Health CrisisThe 5-3-1 Connection Framework
View AnalysisOct 13, 2025
A practical guide to taking control of your life | TED Talks Daily
Personal Agency and Self-DeterminationAddiction Recovery and Life TransformationLearnable vs. Fixed Mindset Traits
View AnalysisMay 25, 2026
Why you should take a risk every day with Julie Zhuo | from WorkLife with Molly Graham
Daily risk-taking practice and skill developmentPsychological safety in team managementCourage versus fearlessness in decision-making
View AnalysisJun 1, 2026
Stressed, stuck, and overthinking? The science of moving forward w/ Ranjay Gulati | 10% Happier
Courage as a trainable skill and master virtueFear and uncertainty management in decision-makingThe nine C's framework: Coping, Conviction, Connection, Comprehension, Confidence, Commitment, Calm, Plan, Charisma, Culture
View AnalysisMay 18, 2026
How algorithms changed the way we communicate (w/ Adam Aleksic
Algorithmic Content Moderation and CensorshipLanguage Evolution in Digital SpacesMedia Literacy and Critical Consumption
View AnalysisMar 16, 2026
How to find your purpose (w/ Yara Shahidi) (video)
Finding and defining personal purpose beyond career achievementOptimism as a daily practice versus pessimism as intellectual defaultBuilding decision-making frameworks using 'highest order' values
View AnalysisMar 30, 2026
How to add more exploration in your life (w/ Alex Hutchinson)
Dopamine and Prediction Error in Human MotivationExploration as Cognitive Health and Alzheimer's PreventionActive vs. Passive Engagement and Memory Formation
View AnalysisApr 6, 2026
Want to change your life? Start small! (w/ Eric Zimmer)
Habit Formation and Behavior ChangeSmall Actions and Compound GrowthLow-Resistance Task Design
View AnalysisApr 20, 2026
The right risks to take for a great career (w/ Molly Graham) (video)
Career progression models and alternatives to linear advancementRisk-taking frameworks for career decisions (one-way vs. two-way doors)Financial planning as enabler of career autonomy
View AnalysisApr 20, 2026
The right risks to take for a great career (w/ Molly Graham)
Career progression models and alternatives to linear advancementRisk assessment and decision-making frameworks (one-way vs. two-way doors)Financial planning for career transitions and entrepreneurship
View AnalysisApr 27, 2026
Are you feeling emotionally stuck? Here’s how to get past it (w/ Yowei Shaw)
Emotional investigative journalismProxy conversations and peer-based emotional supportJob loss and layoff trauma
View AnalysisMay 4, 2026
How to mentally reset when you’re stressed out (w/ Dr Jenny Taitz)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles and applicationsStress resets and acute stress management techniquesPrimary vs. secondary emotions and emotional layering
View AnalysisMay 11, 2026
How to handle uncertainty (w/ Simone Stolzoff)
Decision-making under uncertaintyAcute vs. ambient uncertainty managementBuilding uncertainty tolerance through exposure
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