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Nudge is the UK's #1 marketing podcast, breaking down the hidden psychology behind what we do and why we do it. No BS, just smart, science-backed insights that actually work.

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In 2007, two Harvard researchers added a splash of balsamic vinegar to beer.

When drinkers knew the beer contained vinegar, they hated it.

But when the researchers told them “this is our MIT brew," the majority loved it.

The study reveals the secr... more

Imagine you’re a chef.

You are shown the recipe for a soup. It has five ingredients.

You’re told to improve the recipe.

What do you do?

96% of people reveal a bias when answering this question. And that bias makes marketing less effective, commun... more

The British government recently announced a ban on all social media usage for children up to the age of 16.

But will the ban work?

Today on Nudge, I explore the psychology of restrictions, bans and friction.

Warning: this show is restricted to tho... more

World-leading behaviour change expert Katy Milkman details how to change your habits.

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Recent Guests

Katy Milkman
Award-winning professor, Wharton School, author of How to Change
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania; author of How to Change
Episode: Katy Milkman: Learn how to change habits in 39 minutes
David Robson
Award-winning science writer and journalist
Science; author of The Expectation Effect
Episode: Were the 2018 Gatwick drones real?
Leidy Klotz
Award-winning professor and acclaimed author
University of Virginia
Episode: Do broken windows cause crime?
David Mead
Academic and BBC broadcaster
Episode: “How we used nudges reach £12 billion in sales” Octopus Energy's Pete Miller
Pete Miller
Designer and first employee at Octopus Energy
Octopus Energy
Episode: What makes a good logo?
Aaron Ahuvia
Professor of marketing, University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: What makes a good logo?
Owain Service
CEO of CogCo; former co-founder and managing director of the Behavioural Insights Team (the Nudge Unit); honorary professor of behavioral science
CogCo; Behavioural Insights Team
Episode: How peer pressure built a $5 billion fitness revolution
Sir Robin Day
Renowned political interviewer
BBC Tomorrow's World
Episode: Prof Wiseman: “This is how you spot a liar”
Nir Eyal
Author of Beyond Belief, studied motivation and belief
Author, researcher
Episode: Nir Eyal “Why These £39 Placebo Pills Actually Work”

Host

Phill Agnew
Host of a UK marketing podcast focused on behavioral science applied to branding and business strategy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Dependably interesting and useful

    The highlight of my listening week - I know I will learn something, be challenged, have something new to try out and generally be a better marketer after listening to Nudge. I also really enjoy it! Thanks Phill and all the marvellous guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kitty_dot
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Sooooo informative, interesting and personal

    Even though I’m not directly involved in marketing, Phill’s podcast is always really interesting, well-constructed and science-backed, with frequent guests who are some of the top specialists in their field. More importantly, when you write to Phill with questions or thoughts on the podcast, he takes the time to research and respond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    buzzjunkie01
    Denmark4 months ago
  • Fabulous for insightful tips

    Not only is this podcast really easy to listen to, its packed full of insightful and important tips on improving interactions with your target audience and unlike other podcasts I’ve listened to, it gets to the point quickly. Well worth the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ur ghul21
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Love

    I absolutely love this podcast. Simple, easy to understand, yet so informative :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NUMBER1}%]€
    United States8 months ago
  • Amazing stuff

    I started listening to Nudge a year and a half ago. on my walks around the bay in Sydney. I can’t say I’ve used all of the techniques that Phil teaches us but even if I don’t use them, they’re incredibly entertaining to listen to. Great time spent thank you Phil.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The_Offices
    Australia9 months ago

Listeners Say

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A few listeners note occasional stylistic criticisms but overall strong value and frequent responsiveness from the host.
Listeners praise the mix of rigorous discussion and real-world examples, with high-quality production and thoughtful guest selection.
Guests range from researchers to practitioners, offering practical takeaways you can apply immediately.
The host delivers science-backed, actionable marketing insights in a concise, engaging way.

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Katy Milkman: Learn how to change habits in 39 minutes
Q: How do fresh starts influence behavior change, and can we manufacture them?
Fresh starts naturally attract us, but they can be manufactured by reframing dates as new beginnings, which can significantly increase goal initiation and participation in desired behaviors.
Katy Milkman: Learn how to change habits in 39 minutes
Q: What inspired Katy Milkman to write How to Change?
Her long-running research and desire to share scientifically grounded methods that help people change, driven by a pivotal realization about the daily decisions that most influence health and life outcomes.
“How we used nudges reach £12 billion in sales” Octopus Energy's Pete Miller
Q: Where can you find reliable insights? Do you have a database of evidence-backed tips to follow?
Pete promotes the Nudge Vaults—a database of over 500 evidence-backed insights—as a practical resource to apply behavioral principles like variable rewards and the power of free to emails and other customer communications.
Prof Wiseman: “This is how you spot a liar”
Q: So Sir Robin, what's your favourite film? Ah, er, some like it hot.
The guest again cites Some Like It Hot as a favourite, illustrating the alternating truth-lie pattern used to test lie detection and showing that memory and framing affect responses.
Prof Wiseman: “This is how you spot a liar”
Q: So Sir Robin, what's your favourite film? Gone with the Wind.
Sir Robin Day initially names Gone with the Wind as his favourite film, but the segment reveals how people can be misled about a lie depending on how it's framed; the host later confirms the lie by cross-referencing with the other film referenced in the game show format.

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The show consistently breaks down behavioral science and psychology to explain effective business and marketing moves. Episodes frequently center on branding, pricing, hospitality, and everyday decision-making, with practical takeaways that listeners can apply to campaigns, product design, and customer experiences. A standout feature is the blend of rigorous research with real-world case studies from diverse industries, along with guests who are practitioners and scholars. The format is concise, evidence-based, and action-oriented, making it useful for marketers, product teams, and business leaders seeking measurable nudges and behavioral insights.

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1. Katy Milkman
2. David Robson
3. Leidy Klotz
4. David Mead
5. Pete Miller
6. Aaron Ahuvia
7. Owain Service
8. Sir Robin Day

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