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Staying Human with Dr. Vivek Murthy

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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

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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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Recent Guests

Robert Putnam
Professor of public policy, Harvard University; author of Bowling Alone and The Upswing
Harvard University
Episode: Robert Putnam: What Does It Mean To Be a Social Capitalist? (and how does it affect our health?)
Maya Shankar
Cognitive scientist and host of A Slight Change of Plans
Harvard/UC Berkeley background referenced in discussion
Episode: Maya Shankar: What Happens When Life Changes Our Plans?
Robert Waldinger
Psychiatrist; Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development
Harvard Study of Adult Development
Episode: Dr. Robert Waldinger: What does 85 years of research reveal about a Good Life?
Jennifer Wallace
Journalist and author of MATTERING, The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose
Author, MATTERING
Episode: Jennifer Wallace: Why Don’t We Feel Like We Matter?
Atul Gawande
Surgeon, writer, public health leader
Brigham & Women's Hospital; Harvard Medical School
Episode: Atul Gawande: What Does Death Teach Us About How To Live?
David French
Guest discussing community, virtue, and navigating divides
Guest (public intellectual, writer)
Episode: David French: How Can We Come Together Across Divides?
Kate Bowler
Bestselling author and Duke University professor emerita, author of Joyful, Anyway
Duke University; Author
Episode: Kate Bowler: Is Joy Possible When Things Are Difficult?

Host

Dr. Vivek Murthy
Host of Staying Human with Dr. Vivek Murthy; physician and public-health leader

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • What really matters

    A balm for the soul, a corrective to the increasingly public hostility, a deep and thoughtful discourse about what truly matters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Expat in New Zealand
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Dependable

    This show is always insightful and important as we all make our way. Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weatherbugin DC
    United Statesa month ago
  • Gentling engaging with ideas

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ajay Kelkar
    India2 months ago
  • Love it

    Love this slow chat on values and contemporary issues with staying human

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maerino
    Netherlands2 months ago
  • holy moly

    oh V. i missed your way of speaking so much. this was a perfect conversation to resume feeling genuinely, respectfully spoken to. 💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeeLee Lauree
    United States3 months ago

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Guests are viewed as credible and the conversations feel meaningful and uplifting.
Listeners Appreaciate the calm, respectful dialogue and thoughtful exploration of human-centered topics.
The tone is described as gentle and approachable, with a focus on practical meaning in daily life.
Many praise the host's empathetic approach and ability to connect personal stories with research.

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Apple Podcasts
#118
India/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#159
Spain/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#223
Taiwan/Health & Fitness

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Jennifer Wallace: Why Don’t We Feel Like We Matter?
Q: How can parents raise children who feel they matter?
Parents should emphasize unconditional worth, model care for others, and teach the three T's—time, talent, and treasure—as ways to meet needs in the community, balancing personal success with service to others.
Jennifer Wallace: Why Don’t We Feel Like We Matter?
Q: What does mattering look like in everyday life?
Mattering shows up in small, everyday moments—a neighbor checking in, a coworker calling after a rough day, and acts of kindness that acknowledge someone's worth beyond major milestones.
Jennifer Wallace: Why Don’t We Feel Like We Matter?
Q: Why do so many of us feel like we don't matter?
The guests discuss how modern life pressures, fast-paced environments, and a culture that overemphasizes achievement can erode our sense of belonging, making people feel invisible unless they achieve or possess certain markers of success.
Atul Gawande: What Does Death Teach Us About How To Live?
Q: What surprised you most in your understanding of mortality since writing Being Mortal?
That conversations about what people truly want—humor, connection, meaning—often guide medical decisions more than the medical options themselves, and that clinicians should support those priorities with guidance rather than just prescriptions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Staying Human

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

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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2. Maya Shankar
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4. Jennifer Wallace
5. Atul Gawande
6. David French
7. Kate Bowler

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