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Alan Alda
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Learn to connect better with others in every area of your life. Immerse yourself in spirited conversations with people who know how hard it is, and yet how good it feels, to really connect with other people – whether it’s one person, an audience or a whole country. You'll know many of the people in these conversations – they are luminaries in our culture. Some you may not know. But what links them... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Minson
Professor at the Harvard Kennedy School; heads the Constructive Disagreement Project
Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: Julia Minson: Disagreeing agreeably
Ina Garten
Barefoot Contessa, cookbook author and TV personality
Be Ready When the Luck Happens (memoir), Barefoot Contessa brand
Episode: Ina Garten: Cooking to connect
Jon LaPook
Chief Medical Correspondent for CBS News; practicing gastroenterologist; founder/president of NYU Langone Empathy Project
CBS News; NYU Langone Health
Episode: Jon LaPook: Empathic medicine
Valerie Fridland
Professor of Linguistics, University of Nevada, Reno
University of Nevada, Reno
Episode: Valerie Fridland: Yes, you have an accent
David Haskell
Adjunct professor, Emory University; author of How Flowers Made Our World
Emory University
Episode: David Haskell: When the world burst into bloom
Michael Pollan
Author and journalist known for books on food and nature
Author, Journalist
Episode: Michael Pollan: The mystery and marvel of consciousness
Edda Fields-Black
Professor of history at Carnegie Mellon University; author
Carnegie Mellon University
Episode: Edda Fields-Black: The Harriet Tubman you didn’t know
Gary Marcus
Cognitive scientist and AI critic
New York University (Emeritus Professor)
Episode: Gary Marcus: Is AI mostly hype?
Shermin Kruse
Law professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law; author of Stoic Empathy
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
Episode: Shermin Kruse: When empathy becomes a strategy

Host

Alan Alda
Host of conversations that focus on connection, communication, and exploring complex themes with luminaries across various fields.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.1k ratings
  • Always interesting

    Every episode is interesting and leaves me feeling hopeful in this very uncertain time. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanofrye
    United States2 months ago
  • Best ever podauest

    I listen to this every day until I now can’t find the MASH podcast. Please tell me you have not rmoved it! It needs to be the top program on your list of best podcasts ever!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maryvillian
    United States3 months ago
  • Kudos

    There are so many wonderful and interesting guests on this show. A happy surprise was the conversation with Marlo Thomas!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    E_Munch
    United States5 months ago
  • Mash !

    Loved the episode with the Mash crew! So interesting and brings back great memories of the 70’s ! Great details of the show .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dow po
    United States6 months ago
  • Outstanding show!

    Not only is Mr. Alda a national treasure, he is an amazing example of how to stay relevant and continue to thrive as we age. His character, intelligence, wit & heart shines through with each episode. Even the ones I didn’t think would be interesting turns out quite entertaining. Just hearing his laugh makes my day a little brighter!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simply-Di
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of thought-provoking guests and the depth of conversation that Alan Alda facilitates.
Feedback highlights the importance of connection and the relatability of the topics covered, making the show a trusted source for personal insights.
The content is often described as calming yet intellectually stimulating, with audiences finding it a refreshing alternative to more sensational media.
Many find Alda's interview style engaging, noting his ability to draw insights from guests in a way that fosters genuine understanding.

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#144
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Julia Minson: Disagreeing agreeably
Q: What are the hallmarks of a constructive disagreement?
Constructive disagreement focuses on understanding the other person, acknowledging their viewpoint, signaling engagement, and expressing curiosity, while avoiding a win-lose mindset and keeping space for future conversation.
Ina Garten: Cooking to connect
Q: How do you ensure conversations stay meaningful at a dinner party?
By seating the more talkative guests so they don't dominate, inviting everyone to participate, and guiding the shift to a more relaxed, library-like setting where deeper conversations emerge.
Jon LaPook: Empathic medicine
Q: What makes empathy hard for doctors today and how can it be taught?
Empathy can be taught through deliberate training, practice with feedback, and institutional emphasis, including dedicated programs and real-world storytelling that helps clinicians see the patient perspective and reinforces empathic behaviors.
Valerie Fridland: Yes, you have an accent
Q: What is the key reason accents still signal identity today, despite globalization and media?
Accents remain powerful because they crystallize group membership and social identity, and people continue to align their speech with the groups they belong to, even as regional distinctions fade in some contexts.
Valerie Fridland: Yes, you have an accent
Q: How did we start speaking in the way people in Britain did, and then wind up speaking the way we do now here?
The history is a mix of British colonial roots and rapid generation-to-generation differences, with early settlers from diverse British dialects coalescing into a distinctive American accent within about a generation, eventually becoming surprisingly uniform across the country.

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What is Clear+Vivid about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focus is placed on enhancing communication and connection through engaging conversations with a diverse range of guests, including experts from science, literature, and entertainment. The discussions often emphasize the significance of understanding, empathy, and the art of connecting with others, making complex topics accessible and relatable. Notably, the podcast showcases not only prominent figures but also those whose insights contribute to a deeper understanding of human experiences, fostering a sense of community around the necessity for effective communication in today's world. Each episode encourages listeners to reflect on their relationships and the broader societal context, suggesting that meaningful dialogue is essential for per... more

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8. Gary Marcus

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