
What if, instead of looking for quick fixes or life hacks, we asked: what does it take to live a fulfilling life?
Like so many people, trusted physician Dr. Vivek Murthy grapples with what it means to live well. As U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy started a groundbreaking public conversation around loneliness and the importance of connection. Now, he’s inviting listeners to join him as he e... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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Angela Duckworth changed the way millions of people think about achievement with her bestselling book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. Yet ten years later, she’s come to believe that grit and willpower are only part of the story.
In this... more
How many of us have felt the deep need to belong, but weren’t sure where to start?
In this episode, recorded live at WBUR in Boston, Vivek sits down with the Harvard professor, author, and friend for a wide-ranging conversation on building communit... more
Ten years ago, Vivek and Maya Shankar met in a meeting at the White House; he still doesn't remember what the meeting was about, but he remembers being struck by her brilliance, and even more by her warmth. They stayed in touch, became close friends,... more
What makes a good life? Is it accomplishment and wealth? Meaning and purpose? Relationships?
This is the question Dr. Robert Waldinger, a Harvard psychiatrist, has spent decades exploring as the fourth director of the Harvard Study of Adult Developm... more
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A balm for the soul, a corrective to the increasingly public hostility, a deep and thoughtful discourse about what truly matters.
This show is always insightful and important as we all make our way. Thank you so much!
I love the openness and the gentleness with which Dr Murthy engages with his guests & the ideas that come up. It is helping me hold ideas more openly and more lightly!
Love this slow chat on values and contemporary issues with staying human
oh V. i missed your way of speaking so much. this was a perfect conversation to resume feeling genuinely, respectfully spoken to. 💜
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This show centers on meaning, connection, and how to live well in a complex world. Conversations with scientists, physicians, authors, and thought leaders explore topics like belonging, purpose, resilience, aging, and the human side of medicine. Episodes often blend personal stories with research and practical ideas for nurturing relationships, confronting loneliness, and finding purpose beyond success. A notable strength is its calm, compassionate tone and its willingness to tackle tough modern issues—often at the intersection of health, technology, and culture—through a human-centered lens.
Listeners can expect thoughtful, slow-paced conversations that emphasize community, emotional intelligence, and everyday rituals that foster belongin... more
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