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ReThinking

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Resilience
Happiness
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Adam Grant
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As an organizational psychologist, Adam Grant believes that great minds don't think alike; they challenge each other to think differently. In Re:Thinking with Adam Grant, he has lively discussions and debates with some of the world's most interesting thinkers, creators, achievers, and leaders—from Lin-Manuel Miranda to Brené Brown to Mark Cuban, and Olympic medalists to Nobel laureates to Oscar wi... more

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To celebrate the launch of his new book Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World, Adam sits down with two pairs of collaborators who also happen to be family members. John and Hank Green are brothers who have co-created hugely succes... more

On tour for his new book, Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World, Adam sits down for a crackling live event with journalist and author Malcolm Gladwell. They discuss and debate the building blocks of compatibility. Adam and Malcolm... more

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On tour for his new book, Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World, Adam sits down with filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan to discuss how to spark, strengthen, and shift a vibe, how many close connections it’s possible to have, and why ins... more

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To celebrate the launch of his new book, Vibe, Adam is doing a special series on how to build strong connections. First up are Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, the most decorated figure skaters in Olympic history, who teamed up before they were ten and w... more

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Malcolm Gladwell
Journalist and author
Episode: The psychology of compatibility with Malcolm Gladwell
M. Night Shyamalan
Filmmaker known for The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable, and The Village.
Episode: How to shift a vibe with M. Night Shyamalan
Tessa Virtue
Olympic champion and ice dancer, Virtue and Moir team
Figure Skating, Virtuoso podcast host
Episode: How to sustain a vibe with Olympic champions Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir
Scott Moir
Olympic champion and ice dancer, Virtue and Moir team
Figure Skating
Episode: How to sustain a vibe with Olympic champions Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir
Luke Bateman
Former professional rugby player, advocate for male mental health and gender discussions
Independent writer/creator focusing on masculinity and feminism
Episode: The case for male vulnerability with Luke Bateman
Harlan Coben
Best-selling mystery and thriller novelist
Episode: Why you shouldn’t wait for inspiration to strike with Harlan Coben
Ke Huy Quan
Academy Award-winning actor known for Short Round, Data, and Waymond Wang
Actor, author of Never Say Die
Episode: Rethinking your career identity with Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan
Allison Sweet Grant
Author of Lump: A Memoir in Ineloquent Reflections
Author, psychiatrist by training
Episode: The difference between joy and relief with Allison Sweet Grant
Vanessa Beasley
President of Trinity University; expert on presidential rhetoric
Trinity University
Episode: How leaders build a collective identity with Vanessa Beasley

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Adam Grant
Organizational psychologist and author; frequent host and interviewer on leadership, decision-making, and thinking.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Host is in Peter Thiel’s pocket

    Just found out Adam Grant is in Peter Thiel’s secret cabal of prolific doucebags. Won’t be listening anymore as that’s f’d.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KamaSutraMatraCafe
    Canada4 months ago
  • Great content, way too many ads

    I love Adam Grant and his books are great. Such thoughtfully curated episodes are ripped to shreds with way too many ads ruining the cadence and pushing my focus away from the content. I can’t pay $50/year for every podcast to be ad free and still buy their books etc. Such a bummer.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    T. Ry
    United States6 months ago
  • Intelligent and funny

    This podcast is so thought provoking, but not in an inaccessible way. Adam and his guests talk about human behaviour with humour, intelligence and compassion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lathamfamily
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Beckham 5🌟

    Adam and David, there is no better combination.. great conversation on thriving under pressure. An absolute outlier 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S2G3C7L7
    Australia7 months ago
  • Is ReThinking Really Gone?!

    I love the ReThinking podcast. Please don’t say it’s been replaced by the Curiosity Shop?! 🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gus McAllibaster
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the rigorous, science-based exploration of behavior and leadership.
Guests are varied and high-quality, with practical takeaways for work and life.
The host's ability to ask sharp questions is frequently praised.
Some episodes attract critiques about ad loads affecting cadence.
Production style is sometimes noted as overly polished by a subset of listeners.

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#88
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#167
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#125
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#203
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#217
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The psychology of compatibility with Malcolm Gladwell
Q: Is there a way to fix the dating app, is what I'm saying?
Grant suggests that trusted people write anonymous profiles for daters, then recommends meeting prospective partners in several different settings, including an emotionally intense activity, a workout and a shared problem-solving task.
The psychology of compatibility with Malcolm Gladwell
Q: So define for us your three categories, what they mean in the context of your book, and then we'll dig into this.
Grant defines allies as people who pursue goals together, pals as people who have fun together, and companions as people who provide emotional support and show up in a crisis. The categories are distinct relationship purposes, not a hierarchy or fixed progression.
How to shift a vibe with M. Night Shyamalan
Q: How many close relationships do you think it is possible to have?
Grant says there is no precise number. He describes relationship circles of roughly five close bonds, 15 additional connections, and larger circles of 50 and 150 to 200, while noting that the number of close relationships depends on whether they are allies, pals, or companions.
How to shift a vibe with M. Night Shyamalan
Q: How can we tell the difference between genuine chemistry and a dopamine-fueled illusion that's masking future red flags?
Chemistry can be felt physically, but it does not establish long-term alignment. Grant recommends considering whether the person shares or supports your goals, interests, or values, depending on the kind of relationship you want.
The case for male vulnerability with Luke Bateman
Q: What is the right language to discuss patriarchy so you don't trigger defensiveness in men?
Use invitational language, acknowledge definitions, and frame patriarchy as a system limiting opportunities for all, while inviting dialogue rather than confrontation.

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This show presents conversations that fuse psychology, leadership, and practical wisdom with high-profile guests from sports, literature, technology, journalism, and public service. Episodes frequently center on resilience, decision-making, organizational culture, parenting in a tech age, and how to reframe beliefs to improve work and life. A standout aspect is the blend of rigorous science with personal storytelling and real-world applications, which often yields transferable takeaways for teams, leaders, and curious listeners. The format tends to feature thoughtful probing from a seasoned host, plus guests who bring deep expertise and personal narratives that illuminate broader human dynamics.

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Recent guests on ReThinking include:

1. Malcolm Gladwell
2. M. Night Shyamalan
3. Tessa Virtue
4. Scott Moir
5. Luke Bateman
6. Harlan Coben
7. Ke Huy Quan
8. Allison Sweet Grant

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