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SOLVED with Mark Manson

Mark Manson
Mental Health
Self-Improvement
Social Media
Productivity
Therapy
Personal Growth
Stoicism
Psychology
Boundaries
Creativity
Relationships
Addiction
Goal Setting
Mindfulness
Time Management
Purpose
Values
Resilience
Emotional Regulation
Burnout

New episodes every month. Life advice that doesn’t suck by a 3x #1 NYT bestselling author. I’ve spent two decades calling out everything wrong with the self-help world: the bad science, the guru nonsense, and the advice that preys on people's insecurities. This podcast is my no-BS, research-backed answer to all of it.

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Latest Episodes

Ask most successful people how they got where they are, and the answer is usually some version of "good timing." Everyone else swears they earned it. We're terrible at seeing our own luck clearly, and even worse at realizing how much of it we could c... more

Confidence isn't something you build. It's what's left over. You've done the pose. Hands on hips, chest out, an affirmation on a sticky note stuck to the mirror. And then you walked into the room feeling exactly the same, or worse. Here's what nobody... more

If you've ever tried to change something about yourself, failed, tried again, and concluded you must just be broken, here's some good news: you're probably not broken. You've just been aiming at the wrong target for years. Who you are is actually a l... more

Why do smart, emotionally aware people stay in relationships that are clearly destroying them? Drew and I dug into the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard marriage, to walk through the seven psychological mechanisms that quietly lock people inside bad relati... more

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Recent Guests

Annie Duke
Former professional poker player, PhD in cognitive science, decision science author
Author/Consultant
Episode: How to Get Lucky, Solved
Ryan Holiday
Stoicism expert and author
Episode: Stoicism (ft. Ryan Holiday), Solved
Dr. Julie Smith
A clinical psychologist and bestselling author known for her engaging mental health content on social media.
Author of Open When
Episode: How to Stop Letting Fear Control Your Life (ft. Dr. Julie Smith)
Randy Blythe
Author, photographer, and lead singer of Lamb of God
Lamb of God
Episode: The Unexpected Truth About Sex, Drugs, and Rock & Roll (ft. Randy Blythe)
Arthur Brooks
Author and behavioral scientist focusing on the pursuit of meaning and happiness
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: How to Build a Life Full of Meaning and Purpose (ft. Arthur Brooks)
Tim Urban
Brilliant mind behind the popular blog Wait But Why
Episode: How to Take Back Your Own Mind (ft. Tim Urban)
Sabrina Zohar
Dating expert, host of The Sabrina Zohar Show
Episode: How to Cut Through the Bullsh*t in Modern Dating (ft. Sabrina Zohar)
Robert Greene
Bestselling author known for works like "The 48 Laws of Power"
Episode: How to Find Your True Path in Life (ft. Robert Greene)
Nir Eyal
Author, technologist, and speaker known for his work on distraction and behavior design.
Author of "Indistractable"
Episode: How to Beat Distraction and Still Enjoy Life (ft. Nir Eyal)

Hosts

Mark Manson
New York Times bestselling author and host; leads in-depth self-help and psychology explorations.
Drew Burney
Co-host, producer, and lead researcher; contributes to deep-dive discussions with data and anecdotes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 19.3k ratings
  • Best pod ever.

    I’ve just finished 5h episode about change and I just want to tell you - it was life changing moment.

    Highly recommend

    Kamil.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kamil Rutkowski
    Poland2 months ago
  • Great show

    Love the long episodes they are Amazing 🤩 Thanks for your mahi 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T Rookes
    New Zealand4 months ago
  • March 4 on Focus?

    A lot of good, practical insight as usual, but, really? Anyone who doesn’t see that the concerns The Shallows talked about haven’t affected our civic society and personal interactions hasn’t, well, been paying attention,

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MR116$
    United States4 months ago
  • Please break up the episodes 😅

    I have ADD and can’t listen to 1hr+ episodes, 30-45min episodes would be awesome!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ballsmcgillicuddy
    United States4 months ago
  • Napoleon Hill

    I enjoy all the podcasts so I always look forward to a new one, but I really enjoyed this one a lot. I had read some parts and history of that before, but didn’t know the whole story. Really fun and fascinating! And yet still useful and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bdhttuvjivg
    United States5 months ago

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Balanced, long-form format with rigorous exploration of topics; engaging and credible hosts.
Generally praised for consistency, honesty, and willingness to challenge self-help clichés.
Quality and depth shine, though a few critique heavy co-host dynamics and long runtimes.
Podcast blends research with personal storytelling and practical takeaways; some listeners want shorter episodes.

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How to Get Lucky, Solved
Q: Why should people think about their choices in terms of bets?
Because every decision is a bet under uncertainty; evaluating options as bets helps forecast outcomes, account for risk, and compare long-term vs. short-term consequences.
Your Questions On Manifestation, Confidence, and Getting Over Your Ex, Solved
Q: Does confidence come from competence alone or is there a deeper source?
Confidence has both state and trait dimensions; state confidence grows with practice and repeated exposure, but trait confidence depends on deeper beliefs about one's ability to handle adversity, and can be developed with effort and therapy.
Solved, Answers: Finding Purpose, Failing Better, and the AI Future
Q: What should I do when the people in my life don't support my strong sense of purpose?
It's important to find supportive people and stand your ground with your family, but don't expect them to change.
Solved, Answers: Finding Purpose, Failing Better, and the AI Future
Q: How do I know which is my real purpose?
You can have many, many purposes, and it's more useful to think of purpose like a stock portfolio, where you draw inspiration and meaning from multiple areas.
How to Stop Living for Other People (ft. Ben Nemtin)
Q: How would you take someone through getting out of the buried life or unearthing that buried life?
You need to create accountability, stop waiting for inspiration, take small steps toward goals, and reframe the fear of failure as a sign of meaningful pursuits.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SOLVED

What is SOLVED about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on evidence-based self-improvement and psychology, tackling big questions about how people change, make decisions, and find meaning. Episodes blend research, personal storytelling, and practical frameworks to question popular self-help notions, explore topics like happiness, focus, anxiety, relationships, purpose, and the costs and benefits of chasing passion or status. Long-form conversations pair intellectual rigor with candid humor, often featuring deep dives into cognitive biases, behavioral design, and real-life experiments. A recurring strength is the willingness to challenge conventional wisdom while offering actionable takeaways, making it useful for listeners who want theory paired with tangible steps and self-ref... more

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8. Robert Greene

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