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Think with Danny

Danny Ballan
Poverty
Critical Thinking
Artificial Intelligence
Peace
Literature
Psychology
Empathy
Colonialism
Misinformation
Memory
Christmas
Creativity
Brain Disorders
Mental Health
Communication Skills
English Language
Storytelling
Silence
Déjà Vu
Disinformation

Think with Danny is a wide-ranging show about lifelong learning, entertainment, and the ideas that stick with you. Each episode follows a question or a topic all the way down, history, culture, psychology, story, whatever's worth thinking about, and stops along the way to test its own conclusions before trusting them. The host, Danny Ballan, never pretends to have it all figured out going in. It’s... more

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A billionaire predicts that in ten to twenty years, nobody will need to work, money will stop mattering, and governments will simply pay everyone enough to live well. He may even be right about the machines. This episode isn't about whether the robot... more

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Somewhere along the way, the people who cure diseases, write the books that outlive us, and teach children to read stopped being celebrated and started being described as "boring." Meanwhile, attention and money have flowed toward a kind of fame that... more

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We've all done it. We spot the tell-tale AI phrasing, screenshot it, post it with a face of disgust, and get a small hit of moral applause. But here's the uncomfortable part: the thing that put that post in front of us was also a machine. We handed o... more

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Somewhere out there is the most gifted person alive at something you love, and you will probably never hear their name. That single unfair fact is the doorway into today's deep dive. We trace the strange journey of the word "brand" from a burn mark o... more

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Dr. Evelyn Carter
A criminal psychologist and expert in behavior analysis.
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Napoleon Bonaparte
Famous military leader and emperor known for his conquests across Europe and the establishment of the Napoleonic Code.
Episode: Fantastic Guests | Napoleon Bonaparte
Albert Einstein
Theoretical physicist known for developing the theory of relativity.
Episode: Fantastic Guests | Albert Einstein
Isabella Suarez
Marketing manager at a tech startup in Rio, passionate about languages and improving her English for career advancement
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Alex Johnson
The guest in the booking conversation
Episode: Real Conversations | Booking a Hotel Room

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Danny Ballan
Host of Think Plus with Danny; leads thought-focused conversations across history, culture, and learning.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 199 ratings
  • If you like beautiful books...

    If you like beautiful books then this illustrated edition of a Terry Pratchett classic should really catch your eye!I have loved this book since I first read it, a long time ago. Like all Discworld novels, it manages to both turn the world upside down, while also making sense of it, and all the while allowing you to laugh. Gaurds, Guards first introduced us to Vimes, Lady Ramkin, Carrot, Nobby, Colon, et al! Not to mention an indept exploration of the Patrician and his mind! The plot is hilario... more

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    5
    Brian Condra
    United States6 years ago
  • Not worth the money

    This isn't a review of the novel. The story remains as excellent as it ever. Alas, this special edition is just not worth the high RRP. It's a standard hardback sized volume with standard paper with a few illustrations every so often. I was hoping for something special but it fails to deliver. Compare this to the excellent Illustrated Wee Free Men that was published several years ago.I'm happy to buy special editions but this just feels like fan exploitation, especially considering the RRP is £2... more

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    1
    Mark
    United States6 years ago
  • No Dust-Wrapper...?

    Guards! Guards! - The Paul Kidby illustrated edition. Great illustrations to a great Discworld story. BUT: Did the dragon on the front board of the book burn off the dust-wrapper - or was there never meant to be one (a dust-wrapper)? Even at the discounted Amazon price, I would have expected a DW (got bored typing dust-wrapper...). Other than the lack of a DW, I would highly recommend this edition & say it is a thoroughly worthwhile addition to Sir Terry's wonderful series of stories. If t... more

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    4
    Arthur B
    United States6 years ago
  • Do not buy the kindle edition. It is a disgrace the way its presented

    I cannot tell you how badly this book is presented. The story is a great read and the characters are believable. But when your reading the text and it's full of typos, incorrect words (there are a lot of Spanish words which are either completely misspelled or broken up in to two words, rendering the book very poor to read) there are also random gaps on most of the kindle pages and huge variations in the font, for example on every couple of pages there's a huge word totally out of place. Do not b... more

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    1
    J Mc
    United States6 years ago
  • Extremely useful

    Been a couple of days listening to this podcast. Loving it already. One of the gems out there!❤️☺️

    Apple Podcasts
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    mchau.
    India7 years ago

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The Batman Paradox: Why We Idolize Fictional Oligarchs & Fear Real Ones
Q: Is there a way to write a superhero story that represents democracy? What would that look like?
Would a hero need to testify before Congress? Can there be a cool hero who operates within the system?
The Batman Paradox: Why We Idolize Fictional Oligarchs & Fear Real Ones
Q: If Batman existed in the real world, would you support him or want him arrested?
Imagine a masked man breaking bones in your neighborhood. Does that make you feel safer or like you're living in a war zone?
The Batman Paradox: Why We Idolize Fictional Oligarchs & Fear Real Ones
Q: Is with great power comes great responsibility actually a dangerous idea?
It suggests only those with power matter and implies that those without great power have no responsibility.
TOL | The Myth of the Starving Artist: Does Scarcity Fuel Creativity, or Kill It?
Q: What do you think? What's the most creative thing you've seen that was clearly made with a lot of ingenuity, but not a lot of money?
Danny invites listeners to reflect on creativity that emerged from resourcefulness rather than financial investment and questions if financial stability could lead to more brilliant work.
TOL | Beyond the Bottom Line: What Do We Truly Owe Each Other?
Q: What does your gut tell you about designing the world?
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the first rule they would create if designing the world from behind the veil of ignorance.

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What is Think with Danny about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Thoughtful, wide-ranging conversations that move across history, culture, psychology, and personal development. Episodes often start with a provocative question and trace ideas from their origins through modern contexts, testing conclusions in public. The show blends rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, inviting listeners to think deeply about topics from education in the AI era to the economics of sex work and the art of personal branding, while maintaining a curious, humble approach. A notable strength is how each episode connects broad ideas to practical implications for creators, learners, and professionals while maintaining a clear sense of the host's distinct thinking process.

What stands out: a consistent willingness to t... more

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2. Dr. Evelyn Carter
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