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Keep Talking

Dan Riley
Sleep
George Orwell
Social Jet Lag
Health
Time Management
Productivity
Animal Rights Movement
Success
Chronotypes
Overachiever
Anxiety
Zen Philosophy
Lactobacillus Reuteri
Writing
Human Physiology
Culture
Sweating
Evolutionary Biology
Workplace Culture
1984

"Keep Talking" exists to have conversations that might help to make a better society and a better culture. I believe that each guest has important information and stories to make public. And it's something that I want to share.

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Judith Thurman is a staff writer at "The New Yorker," and the author of many books, including "Isak Dinesen: The Life of a Storyteller" and "Secrets of the Flesh: A Life of Colette."

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Liesbeth van der Horst is the director of the Verzetsmuseum - the Museum of WWII Resistance in Amsterdam.

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Lisa Marchiano is a Jungian analyst and is the co-host of This Jungian Life podcast.

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Walter Robinson is an investigative journalist, an editor-at-large at "The Boston Globe," and is the Donald W. Reynolds Visiting Professor of Journalism at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University.

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Recent Guests

James Hollis
A Jungian psychologist and author, known for his insights on individuality and life transitions
Jung Society
Episode: Episode 146: James Hollis - How To Be Who You Are
Orna Donath
Sociologist and author of 'Regretting Motherhood'
Author
Episode: Episode 144: Orna Donath: The Last Taboo - Women Who Regret Motherhood
Russell Foster
Neuroscientist and sleep expert
Episode: Episode 140: Russell Foster - Sleep: The Most Important Thing You Do
James Holland
Historian and author known for his expertise on World War II, particularly D-Day.
Author
Episode: Episode 133: James Holland - D-Day, WWII, and What We Owe Our Veterans
Richard Wrangham
Primatologist and professor at Harvard University, known for his work on human and primate evolution.
Harvard University
Episode: Episode 122: Richard Wrangham - How Humans Self-Domesticated Through Homicide
William Davis
A physician and author known for his work on diet, health, and the microbiome.
Episode: Episode 106: William Davis - Getting Healthy in Modern Times
Hemant Mehta
Atheist activist and writer
Friendly Atheist
Episode: Episode 102: Hemant Mehta - Atheism Today
D.J. Taylor
Prominent scholar on George Orwell and author of several works on his life and legacy.
Episode: Episode 101: D.J. Taylor - Why Orwell Matters
Sarah Everts
A science journalist specializing in physiology, bioethics, and the evolutionary significance of sweating.
Episode: Episode 99: Sarah Everts - The Science of Sweat

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Dan Kovalik
Dan Kovalik is the host known for facilitating engaging conversations that explore various societal themes and cultural narratives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Exceptional

    I just found this podcast and I love it. The Derek Sivers interview- wow! Derek (one of the most fascinating people you'll ever hear) praised Dan Riley's interviewing skills and I agree. Can't wait to listen to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    verdedafloresta
    United States7 months ago
  • Best new podcast discovery!

    Great interviews that go deep while maintaining a light relatable tone and sense of humor. Joseph Goldstein’s and James Hollis are a must!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    luciambs
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing Joyce

    Amazing interview with Helen Joyce. She is so lucid and logical and compassionate. Her book is great too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gnome chopper
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent!

    Dan is a great interviewer and listener, and has fascinating and informative guests! The interview with Helen Joyce was exceptionally good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllAnimalsDeserveLifeAndLove
    United States4 years ago
  • Just great conversation

    Dan’s curiosity about the world and diverse range of issues and people make these conversations unique and worth returning to every week. Keep them coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CR5688
    United States4 years ago

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Episode 151: Judith Thurman - Writing at "The New Yorker"
Q: What qualities do writers need to succeed in this field?
Thurman stresses the necessity of determination and a deep love for language, rather than an ambition for a career in writing alone.
Episode 151: Judith Thurman - Writing at "The New Yorker"
Q: How has your writing process evolved over your career?
She discusses various phases of her writing life, noting changes based on life circumstances and the evolution of her routines.
Episode 151: Judith Thurman - Writing at "The New Yorker"
Q: How did you end up at The New Yorker?
Thurman recounts a personal connection with the magazine through her family and describes how she approached Robert Gottlieb for a position as a writer.
Episode 151: Judith Thurman - Writing at "The New Yorker"
Q: What was it like to return to New York in the 70s for your writing career?
She found it dark and dangerous yet incredibly exciting, with a vibrant arts scene that was conducive to young writers.
Episode 151: Judith Thurman - Writing at "The New Yorker"
Q: How do you make sense of your trajectory into becoming the person you are, the career you've had?
Thurman reflects on her early reading and her mother's influence as an English teacher, suggesting that writing felt predetermined for her.

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This podcast features thought-provoking conversations centered on societal and cultural issues, bringing in a diverse array of guests from various fields. Each episode aims to provide listeners with valuable insights, personal stories, and expert knowledge that can contribute to enhancing understanding and fostering positive change in society. Topics frequently include discussions on history, psychology, social movements, and the dynamics of contemporary culture, often reflecting on personal experiences and broader societal implications. The unique focus on connecting individual narratives to larger cultural conversations sets this podcast apart, making it a rich resource for those interested in exploring complex issues and ideologies.

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1. James Hollis
2. Orna Donath
3. Russell Foster
4. James Holland
5. Richard Wrangham
6. William Davis
7. Hemant Mehta
8. D.J. Taylor

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