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Flourishing Edge Podcast with Ashish Kothari

Ashish Kothari
Leadership
Happiness
Mental Health
Human Flourishing
Workplace Culture
Flourishing
Mindfulness
Personal Growth
Well-Being
Burnout
Self-Awareness
Employee Well-Being
Productivity
Workplace Well-Being
Emotional Intelligence
Positive Psychology
Positive Communication
Artificial Intelligence
Neuroscience
Stress Management

Research backed leadership practices to build high performance cultures and improve workplace wellbeing and employee engagement. Every week, Ashish Kothari sits down with the researchers, executives and practitioners doing the most rigorous work on improving workplace wellbeing and turns what they have learned into something you can implement right away. Not wellness perks. Not engagement surveys ... more

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Cortney McDermott had the titles, the accolades, and the corporate jet and she was, in her own words, "miserably successful."

In this episode, the two-time author joins Ashish Kothari to unpack why you can't win the game of externally sourced succes... more

AI now hands the average worker 2.5 hours back every week. Most of us pour it straight into more busywork, then wonder why we are busier than ever.

That reclaimed time is the most valuable thing AI has given us, and we are giving it away without dec... more

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Only 39% of employees strongly agree that someone at work cares about them as a person, and that number has fallen faster than any other engagement measure since 2020.

Zach Mercurio, organizational psychologist and author of The Power of Mattering, ... more

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Over half of us identify as generalists and most workplaces still aren't built for us.

Siobhán O'Riordan, founder of Big Sea Strategies and author of Reframe, joins Ashish Kothari to make the case that in a world changing faster than any playbook, t... more

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Bonnie Davis
Co-Founder of HueWork and Co-Author of Still Human with AI
HueWork
Episode: AI Saves You 2.5 Hours a Week. Most People Waste It
Zach Mercurio
Leading voice on the science of mattering; author and founder of Happiness Squad
Happiness Squad
Episode: How to Show People They Matter in 3 Small Moves | Zach Mercurio
Siobhán O'Riordan
Author of Reframe, How Generalists Thrive in a Challenging Changing World
Big Sea Strategies; Gallup strengths coach
Episode: 3 Moves to Succeed as a Generalist at Work
Marie Gill
Founder at aetheon.ai
aetheon.ai
Episode: 54% of Veterans Can’t Get Hired. Talent isn’t the Issue.
Gina Jeneroux
Founder at aetheon.ai
aetheon.ai
Episode: 54% of Veterans Can’t Get Hired. Talent isn’t the Issue.
Rohit Bassi
Former McKinsey leader, private equity operator, and author of People Priority
Author, Investor, Former McKinsey Leader
Episode: People First Strategy that Increases Retention and Unlocks Higher Performance | Rohit Bassi
Zeynep Ton
Professor of Practice at MIT Sloan, author of The Case for Good Jobs
MIT Sloan School of Management
Episode: Tackle High Attrition and Win with the Good Jobs System | Professor Zeynep Ton, MIT
Kristin Neff
Pioneering researcher behind self-compassion
Center for Mindful Self-Compassion; Self-Compassion Institute
Episode: High Performance Starts with Self-Compassion | Dr. Kristin Neff
Brodie Riordan
Deep expert in the science of feedback and author of Feedback Fundamentals and Evidence-Based Practices
Episode: Feedback: The Big “F Word”—Mastering the Science of Growth with Dr. Brodie Riordan

Host

Ashish Kothari
Host of Flourishing Edge Podcast, Founder and CEO of Happiness Squad

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • **Fascinating**

    Ashish brings on amazing guests, experts in the field of organizational “flourishing” and I learn something every week from taking care of employees before they reach burnout to managing stress and anxiety; and living with more joy, health and meaning. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #123ash
    United States2 years ago
  • Great but Ashwin....

    Gg

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shwinshitbater
    United States2 years ago
  • **Fascinating**

    Ashish brings on amazing guests and I learn something every week from taking care of employees before they reach burnout to managing stress and anxiety; and to living with more joy, health and meaning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #123ash
    United States2 years ago
  • A Guiding Light in the Quest for Joy

    The Happiness Squad" delivers an enlightening dialogue with Professor Srikumar Rao on the art of 'pure awareness.' This episode transcends the usual chatter, offering a transformative outlook on happiness as life's unwavering guide. It's a must-listen for those seeking to anchor their journey in enduring joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Incredible sound bytes of help

    This is such a great weekly listen. It’s almost like Ashish and Anil KNOW my challenges and are addressing them one by one. They bring experts, ask perceptive questions, use frameworks to creatively offer solutions. Thank you thank you thank you !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Dude from Seattle
    United States3 years ago

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Many comments highlight the authentic, supportive tone and the focus on dignity and humane leadership.
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Tackle High Attrition and Win with the Good Jobs System | Professor Zeynep Ton, MIT
Q: What role does AI play in this system?
The hosts discuss using AI to augment human work, not replace it. The idea is to free up workers from repetitive tasks so they can focus on meaningful interactions and continuous improvement, while the company sustains investment in people as a value driver.
High Performance Starts with Self-Compassion | Dr. Kristin Neff
Q: What practical steps can leaders take to start applying self-compassion in their own lives and within their teams?
Begin with small, consistent practices like brief compassionate touch and supportive self-talk, cultivate a culture that normalizes imperfection and learning from mistakes, and lead by example by being a compassionate, clear, and coaching-minded presence for others and for oneself.
High Performance Starts with Self-Compassion | Dr. Kristin Neff
Q: How did you come to study self-compassion, and what are the core components that make up your model?
I started from a broader exploration of self-development and mindfulness, and integrated the idea of treating oneself with the same compassion offered to others. The core components are mindfulness (awareness without over-identification), common humanity (feeling connected to others), and kindness (warmth and supportive actions toward oneself).
Breaking the Menopause Silence: A Leader’s Guide to Peak Performance with Kacy Fleming
Q: What are three or four concrete actions a woman going through this should do beyond talking to a doctor?
Track symptoms diligently with a reliable method, consult trusted medical professionals, seek accurate information from reputable sources like The Fuchsia Tent and Menopause societies, and build a support system with partners and colleagues to advocate for appropriate care and workplace accommodations.
Breaking the Menopause Silence: A Leader’s Guide to Peak Performance with Kacy Fleming
Q: Talk to us, let's jump right in, Kacy, and talk to me about why many leaders say menopause is private or not workplace-relevant.
Menopause affects the entire person and, by extension, work performance; understanding symptoms and providing supportive policies helps retain talent and improve overall productivity rather than treating it as a personal issue that should be handled in private.

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This show centers on practical strategies for building personal and organizational flourishing. Episodes commonly explore leadership, workplace well-being, mental health, meaningful work, and humane approaches to culture—often through frameworks, guest case studies, and actionable takeaways for buyers, practitioners, and leaders designing healthier workplaces. A notable throughline is the belief that people-first approaches drive better performance, resilience, and meaning at work, with guests ranging from psychologists and wellness experts to senior business leaders and chief people officers. The format tends to be evidence-informed, with real-world examples and frameworks that listeners can apply to teams, organizations, and personal deve... more

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2. Zach Mercurio
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