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How to Be a Better Human

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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. Inspi... more

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Why is it so fun to watch your team win in the World Cup or to be a Knicks fan as they finally get an NBA championship? There’s a collective joy in sports that can also be found in art, theater, and comedy. In this episode of How to Be a Better Human... more

Heather Berlin is a a neuroscientist, clinical psychologist, and professor of psychiatry and neuroscience who studies the science of giving up control. She joins Chris to talk about finding the balance between knowing when to hold on to control and w... more

What do radio personality Ira Glass, New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, and your host Chris Duffy have in common? They all have practiced an unexpected skill that makes them more human—improv comedy. And they learned it from master improv teacher Ri... more

How long have you been sitting today? If you’re still on the couch or the office chair, then this is your PSA to get up and move! In this episode, Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio Hour, joins Chris to share the detrimental effects of sitting... more

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Heather Berlin
Neuroscientist and clinical psychologist, professor of psychiatry and neuroscience
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York
Episode: How to give up control - advice from neuroscientist Heather Berlin
Rick Andrews
Improv teacher and performer
Rick Andrews Improv
Episode: Why you should try improv comedy (w/ Rick Andrews)
Manoush Zomorodi
Author of Body Electric; NPR host
Author and researcher
Episode: Why you need to get up and move—right now! (w/ Manoush Zomorodi)
Ranjay Gulati
Harvard Business School professor and author of How to Be Bold
Harvard Business School
Episode: Stressed, stuck, and overthinking? The science of moving forward w/ Ranjay Gulati | 10% Happier
Julie Zhuo
Co-founder of Sundial, former Facebook design/product leader, author
Sundial (co-founder)
Episode: Why you should take a risk every day with Julie Zhuo | from WorkLife with Molly Graham
Adam Aleksic
Linguist, author of Algospeak
Episode: How algorithms changed the way we communicate (w/ Adam Aleksic
Simone Stolzoff
Journalist and author, How to Not Know
Author of How to Not Know and The Good Enough Job
Episode: How to handle uncertainty (w/ Simone Stolzoff)
Dr. Jenny Taitz
Clinical psychologist and author of Stress Resets
Stress Resets (book)
Episode: How to mentally reset when you’re stressed out (w/ Dr Jenny Taitz)
Yowei Shaw
Emotional investigative journalist and host of the podcast Praxy
Praxy
Episode: Are you feeling emotionally stuck? Here’s how to get past it (w/ Yowei Shaw)

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Chris Duffy
Host of How To Be A Better Human

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • Thank you!

    I have forwarded this podcast to so many of my friends. Your episodes are FANTASTIC, informative, and even life-changing! Anyone who starts listening will want to binge the entire podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CrystallineTulip
    United Statesa month ago
  • The how algorithms change our languedge video

    As a middle schooler, it is just about the fact you cant say kill on tiktok, and you won’t get in trouble for saying it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just a chill dud
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love it!

    Such good guest interviews, and always very informative and thought provoking!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kfoges
    United States2 months ago
  • Like like like (not)

    Tried to

    Listen to one episode and never heard a speaker say “like” so constantly as the guest, and then the host started. Argh! Such a shame as interesting topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Idecline2024
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Loved It! 🥰

    I guess from your conversation I really never knew how to correctly apologize. I feel this will indeed help me in all aspects of my life. I definitely will have more empathy for others because they too may be having the same struggles with apologizing as I do. May my relationships recover from this new knowledge and that I maybe a better human with practice and much self compassion. Thank you for your work you all are doing. 😍😍🫶🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeanboro
    United States3 months ago

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How to give up control - advice from neuroscientist Heather Berlin
Q: Can you explain the role of the prefrontal cortex in conscious control vs. automatic behavior?
The prefrontal cortex is involved in conscious, top-down control which is helpful for novel or highly specific tasks. In well-learned, automated tasks, reducing conscious control allows automatic networks to run efficiently, enhancing performance and creativity in the right moments.
How to give up control - advice from neuroscientist Heather Berlin
Q: How can someone start practicing letting go in daily life?
Start with micro letting go: choose small, low-stakes opportunities to release control, sit with discomfort, and gradually extend to longer activities. Include practices like letting others choose, taking imperfect actions, and engaging in activities that absorb attention so you lose track of time.
How to give up control - advice from neuroscientist Heather Berlin
Q: What does thriving look like according to your research on control and letting go?
Thriving comes from balancing two systems: the brain's control networks and the unconscious, creative processes. People should learn to turn up control in appropriate contexts (work, safety) and turn it down to access creativity, presence, and connection in others.
Why you need to get up and move—right now! (w/ Manoush Zomorodi)
Q: What underpins the movement breaks approach scientifically?
Short, frequent movement breaks (about five minutes every half hour) improve glucose handling, blood pressure, focus, and mood, based on a large clinical trial and physiology research.
How algorithms changed the way we communicate (w/ Adam Aleksic
Q: What would you say to a regular person about being mindful of language in daily life?
Ask why a word or phrase is popular, where it came from, and how platform dynamics might be biasing what we think is acceptable, then choose how you want to respond rather than simply following trends.

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A thoughtful, broadly focused self-improvement program that explores practical psychology, career navigation, creativity, and culture through conversations with leaders, authors, journalists, and creators. Episodes emphasize everyday habits, risk-taking, leadership, curiosity, and social impact, with a strong emphasis on actionable takeaways for work and life. Noteworthy traits include a blend of rigorous idea exploration and relatable storytelling, a guest slate spanning tech, media, design, psychology, and culture, and a host known for empathetic interviewing and clear frameworks for change. This mix makes it a compelling listen for professionals seeking personal growth, better communication, and strategies to show up more effectively in ... more

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2. Rick Andrews
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