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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

Lisa Margulis
classically trained musician and researcher
Princeton University (Music Cognition Lab)
Episode: Lisa Margulis: Music shares our daydreams
Joanna Stern
Technology journalist and author of I Am Not a Robot
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Joanna Stern: A year living with bots
Patrick McEnroe
Former professional tennis player
Former world-ranked tennis athlete
Episode: Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda: Season 35 Trailer
Sue Black
Forensic anthropologist with years of trial experience
Forensic science community
Episode: Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda: Season 35 Trailer
Kelly McGonigal
Psychologist and author focusing on joy and well-being
Stanford University
Episode: Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda: Season 35 Trailer
Yael Schonbrun
Clinical psychologist and clinical assistant professor of psychiatry and human behavior at Brown University
Brown University
Episode: Yael Schonbrun: It’s not what you say…
Tom Levenson
Professor of Science Writing at MIT, author of A Pox on Fools
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: Tom Levenson: Anti-vaxxers are living in the past
Nicholas Epley
Professor at University of Chicago Booth School of Business, author of A Little More Social
University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Episode: Nicholas Epley: Talking to strangers
Lisa Genova
Neuroscientist and author of Still Alice, Maddie, and other works
Author and neuroscientist
Episode: Lisa Genova: She lets us into their worlds

Host

Alan Alda
Host of Clear+Vivid; renowned actor and science communicator known for guiding thoughtful, curious conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.2k ratings
  • Engaging

    Alan asks great questions and very courteous allowing the answers to come without talking over the guest . very rare in podcast hosts. Love the gift of conversation Alan has shared with us .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United States10 days ago
  • Marvelous

    A source of positivity and optimism. An engine for wonder and verification.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kimchi nick
    United States3 months ago
  • Alan Alda Voicemail

    I feel cheered up listening to you and makes me want to be a better human ! I also really really want you to be on my voicemail

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danish01
    Australia3 months ago
  • How do I stop being a compulsive talker?

    Fantastic interviews on such interesting and varied topics. I learn so much. I love the seven questions but I want the answer to how do I stop being a compulsive talker?.. that would be a great episode! I try to contain myself but fail miserably.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wacntn
    United States4 months ago
  • Ms. Minson

    Most episodes are 5 star worthy. But I had to stop listening to Ms. Minson. Why do some people finish most sentences with the word “right?” It’s a “filler” that annoys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WWWalsh
    United States4 months ago

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Host draws out insights with clear questions and genuine curiosity.
Guests are varied and the discussions feel hopeful and human.
Shows thoughtful, calm conversations with smart guests.

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Lisa Margulis: Music shares our daydreams
Q: What gives you confidence in your work?
Confidence comes from assuming positive intent in conversations and trusting that people are trying to understand and communicate, which tends to lead to productive outcomes.
Lisa Margulis: Music shares our daydreams
Q: What is the strangest question you've been asked?
People often ask about pregnancy listening with abdominal headphones and what to play; it's quirky but shows how music intersects with daily life and curiosity.
Lisa Margulis: Music shares our daydreams
Q: How do you tell someone they have their facts wrong in a cross-disciplinary discussion?
We should assume good intent and approach disagreements with a shared goal of understanding, using common ground and clear communication to align perspectives without burning bridges.
Lisa Margulis: Music shares our daydreams
Q: What do you wish you really understood about musical listening?
I want to understand the deep mechanisms of how listening profoundly affects us, especially beyond producing music, including how daydreams arise and influence our cognitive and emotional states.
Joanna Stern: A year living with bots
Q: What do you think is the most important rule for living with AI?
Live with AI under your own control, actively manage your training data, and stay in the loop about what information AI uses and how it affects your decisions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clear+Vivid

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

Thoughtful, conversation-driven series focused on human connection, effective communication, and storytelling across science, culture, and everyday life. Episodes routinely pair a curious host with guests ranging from scientists and writers to journalists and public figures to unpack how we understand others, convey complex ideas, and build empathy. Notable throughlines include science communication, humility in the face of uncertainty, humor as a social glue, and the power of narrative to illuminate difficult topics—from vaccines and medicine to democracy and aging. The format tends to blend historical context, practical advice, and personal storytelling, making it useful for listeners seeking deeper, more constructive conversations with b... more

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