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Smart People Podcast

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Emotional Intelligence
No-Regrets Living
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September 11
Donald Trump
Osama Bin Laden
Kyoto
Hiroshima
Voter Fraud
Machine Learning
Polyvagal Theory
Personal Clarity
Time Management
Memory
Communication Skills
Mental Health
Leadership
Emotional Energy
Authenticity

Smart People Podcast is a biweekly, interview-based podcast that features today's most well respected thought leaders engaging in authentic, insightful conversation for the benefit of the listener. The host, Chris Stemp, and his co-host/producer Jon Rojas, utilize their insatiable curiosity and relatable charm to provoke their guests into giving the interview of a lifetime. Every single guest has ... more

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Most of us think we understand the plastic problem.

We’ve heard about ocean pollution. We’ve heard about recycling. We’ve heard the word microplastics enough times that it barely registers anymore.

But what if the most important part of this story ... more

What if the way we think, communicate, react under pressure, and connect with others isn’t random at all?

And much of your experience could actually be decoded using a very specific behavioral model.

And this model could explain why certain convers... more

What if you’re not burned out, not clinically depressed, and nothing in your life is falling apart—but you still feel numb, empty, or like you’re just going through the motions? In this episode, sociologist and mental health researcher Dr. Corey Keye... more

What if there really was an owner’s manual for being human? In this episode, Chris sits down with one of the top executive coaches in the country Shaun Dyke, to reveal the models that billion-dollar leaders use to understand people, motivate change, ... more

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Recent Guests

Judith Enck
Author of The Problem with Plastic; founder of Beyond Plastics
Beyond Plastics / The Story of Plastic (via discussion)
Episode: The Plastic Problem Most People Miss with Judith Enck
Shaun Dyke
Personal Yoda for numerous executives and leaders
DoorTwo
Episode: Decoding Human Behavior: The Science of How We Show Up with Shaun Dyke
Jon Rojas
Producer and co-host
Smart People Podcast
Episode: Decoding Human Behavior: The Science of How We Show Up with Shaun Dyke
Dr. Malissa Clark
Author and researcher on workaholism and burnout, leading discussions on workplace culture.
University of Georgia
Episode: Feeling Guilty for Hating Your Job? Here’s the Real Problem with Malissa Clark
Zorana Pringle
Psychologist, researcher, and author of The Creativity Choice
Episode: Why You’re Not As Creative As You Think and How to Actually Change That with Zorana Pringle
Jeff Burningham
Business leader and author of The Last Book Written by a Human
Episode: How AI Is Forcing Us to Rethink Who We Are and the Future We Want with Jeff Burningham
Dr. Andrew Gallimore
Neuroscientist, chemist, and pharmacologist with 20 years of research on DMT
Author of Death by Astonishment
Episode: What If DMT Isn’t a Hallucination But a Message From Our Creator: A Neuroscientist Makes His Case - Dr. Andrew Gallimore
James Kimmel Jr.
Yale-trained lawyer and researcher specializing in the neuroscience of revenge
Author of The Science of Revenge, Understanding the World's Deadliest Addiction and How to Overcome It
Episode: Why Normal People Do Horrific Things: The Neuroscience of Revenge with James Kimmel Jr.
Dr. David Rabin
Neuroscientist, psychiatrist, and co-founder of Apollo Neuro
Apollo Neuro
Episode: Why You Can’t Heal Until Your Body Feels Safe… and How To Get There with Dr. David Rabin

Hosts

Chris Stemp
Host of Smart People Podcast, engaging audience with thought-provoking interviews with experts.
Jon Rojas
Co-host and producer known for his ability to spark intriguing discussions with guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 988 ratings
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    BumpieLumpie
    Canada3 months ago
  • I like being smarter!! Way cooler than stoopid!

    What a fun and fantastic show, been listening for a year and every show has been fabulous. So many great topics and minds willing to share. Thank you for an awesome and super cool listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    b frankline
    United States2 years ago
  • A must-listen!

    Smart People Podcast has quickly become a standout favorite of mine! I’m consistently impressed with the engaging conversations, insightful content, and actionable ideas. I truly learn something new every time I tune in. Highly recommend giving this show a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria Velasco 1
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    Podcast Addict
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    Samuel D Vernon
    2 years ago
  • Fantastic content, great guests, gems galore!

    Came across the Smart People podcast and am loving it! Especially loved the episode with Steven Kotler about how to maintain peak performance as we age. This conversation was amazing! Learned so much about this important topic and great takeaways! Can’t wait to listen to more episodes! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BP Writer
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the diversity of topics and guests, often highlighting engaging and insightful conversations.
Overall, episodes are frequently described as educational and motivational, adding value to both personal and professional lives.
The hosts are noted for their ability to ask thoughtful questions and create a space for deep discussion.

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The Plastic Problem Most People Miss with Judith Enck
Q: What practical actions would you urge listeners to take after learning from your book and your work?
Start with personal choices to avoid unnecessary single-use packaging, support local policies and schools in adopting real-dishware initiatives, engage in civic processes like town halls and city council meetings, and join or form Beyond Plastics local groups to advocate for model bills and local reforms.
The Plastic Problem Most People Miss with Judith Enck
Q: From your vantage point, what is the biggest reason people should care to change about plastic today?
People should care because plastic touches health, climate, and environmental justice; reducing plastic use is a tangible, nonpartisan way for communities to protect health, lower emissions, and prevent disproportionate pollution in frontline communities.
Decoding Human Behavior: The Science of How We Show Up with Shaun Dyke
Q: What do executives gain from coaching that they can't get elsewhere?
They gain perspective, accountability, and a safe space to explore vulnerabilities.
Why You’re Not As Creative As You Think and How to Actually Change That with Zorana Pringle
Q: What can AI do in the context of creativity?
While AI can generate ideas quickly, true creativity involves a deeper process of problem finding and engagement that AI cannot replicate.
Why You’re Not As Creative As You Think and How to Actually Change That with Zorana Pringle
Q: When does creativity become appropriate or necessary?
Creativity becomes necessary in situations where standard solutions do not suffice, and when one seeks to enrich their life or solve complex problems.

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1. Judith Enck
2. Shaun Dyke
3. Jon Rojas
4. Dr. Malissa Clark
5. Zorana Pringle
6. Jeff Burningham
7. Dr. Andrew Gallimore
8. James Kimmel Jr.

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