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You've got questions. We find answers. We all need advice, but it's not always clear who to ask. Each week, Mike Pesca invites a listener on the show to tackle a real problem, like protecting our elderly loved ones from scammers, emigrating as a throuple, and speaking without saying "um" - all with help from world-class experts: attorneys, doctors, entrepreneurs, authors, researchers - who actuall... more

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Recent Guests

James Altucher
Investor, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host
Independent entrepreneur
Episode: How To Bounce Back From Burnout
Ryan Martin
Psychologist, dean at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay, author of Why We Get Mad and Emotion Hacks
University of Wisconsin–Green Bay
Episode: How To Manage Your Anger
Brett Rosenberg
Foreign policy expert and former White House/State Department veteran
Former White House/Senate/State Department staff; McSweeney's contributor
Episode: How To Solve a Mystery
Christian Sekleki
Owner and operator of Proof and Process, a private investigation and legal consultancy
Proof and Process
Episode: How To Solve a Mystery
Nate Silver
Founder of FiveThirtyEight, author of On the Edge, The Art of Risking Everything
FiveThirtyEight / Silver Bulletin
Episode: How to Not Say "Um"
Michael Chad Hepner
Author of Don't Say Um, How To Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life; communications coach
GK Training
Episode: How to Not Say "Um"
Nancy Rommelmann
Journalist and author focusing on elder scams
Freelance journalist, author
Episode: How To Protect The Elderly From Scammers
Amy Nofziger
Senior Director of Fraud Victim Support at AARP Fraud Watch Network
AARP
Episode: How To Protect The Elderly From Scammers
Will Van Derveer
Doctor, psychiatrist, co-founder of Integrative Psychiatry Institute
Integrative Psychiatry Institute
Episode: How To Take Psychedelics for Your Mental Health with Dr. Will Van Derveer

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Moving episode with Nancy Rommelmann

    Very important episode about a harrowing issue as technology evolves that makes predatory behavior towards the elderly increasingly easier

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JacquelineLapine
    United States2 months ago
  • Pesca is a Master of the Form

    I’m a huge Mike Pesca fan, and How To! has been a great addition to his work. I’ve enjoyed every episode so far. Pesca brings the same sharp interviewing skills, curiosity, and humor that make his other projects so good, and he manages to turn practical questions into insightful conversations. It’s informative, entertaining, and consistently well done. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys smart, thoughtful interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. Jaeger
    United States2 months ago
  • From fave podcast to not my jam

    Longtime listener won’t be continuing to listen with Pesca at the helm. Appreciated the thoughtful and measured past hosts very much but this new style isn’t for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Canadianstarrynight
    Canada3 months ago
  • Great info

    This show has great information. The hosts were especially informative and open to new ideas. It was really great to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Valouris
    United States8 months ago
  • Biased show

    The Living at Odds episodes I found very disappointing. They say it’s about seeing both sides, but really felt a lot like one side accepting the other for what they believe and the other thinking what they believe is totally wrong and are tolerant of their lack of education. That if they were totally educated they’d think just like me. Just felt more dividing than helpful series.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Grzlk
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners criticize the content for perceived political biases, suggesting that discussions sometimes lean too far into social issues without enough balance.

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How To Manage Your Anger
Q: How can someone like Tyler align self-sufficiency with taking care of others without escalating conflict?
Balance core values with compassionate guidance; use non-hostile language to request help and set expectations, and shift to collaborative problem-solving rather than dictating actions.
How To Manage Your Anger
Q: What are the skills for de-escalating anger in daily life, especially at home?
Use assertive communication to express reasonable boundaries, practice grounding and deep breathing to reduce activation, and implement practical routines like sleep and self-care to lower overall reactivity.
How To Bounce Back From Burnout
Q: There's the how do you judge success, but there's also how do you judge failure and what do you do?
James suggests asking interviewers about failure and what they do when things go wrong, as well as what happens after employees leave, to gauge culture beyond polished answers.
How To Know When to Quit Your Job (Encore)
Q: If Victor could have known three years ago how he would feel, would he have taken the job?
He would have declined the job, suggesting that the present discomfort might have been avoided by making a different choice earlier.
How To Never Miss a Deadline (Encore)
Q: How should Avalon think about self-imposed deadlines versus external ones?
Self-imposed deadlines can be almost as effective as external ones, especially when they are concrete and time-bound, driving momentum and accountability.

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Frequently Asked Questions About How To!

What is How To! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides practical advice and insights through engaging conversations centered on real-life listener questions. Each episode features an expert guest who helps navigate a variety of topics, such as mental health, relationship dynamics, personal finance, and even the challenges of emigration. The approachable format often resembles a relaxed therapy session, allowing listeners to glean useful tips and perspectives on everyday challenges without the pressure of formal settings. Notably, the podcast's blend of expert opinion and relatable narratives sets it apart, making complex ideas accessible while addressing the personal needs of its audience.

Listeners can expect a rich exploration of both lighthearted and serious topics, de... more

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