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The Non-Obvious Show

Rohit Bhargava
Trash Talk
Communication
Empathy
Humor
Psychology
Small Talk
Defiance
Consumer Behavior
Negotiation
Comedy
Human Migration
Space Exploration
Habits
Productivity
Organizational Psychology
Shopping Habits
Retail Design
Loss Of a Loved One
Emotional Intelligence
Community Building

Rohit Bhargava is on a mission to inspire more non-obvious thinking in the world by asking some of the world's most perplexing questions.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes62Foundeda year ago
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In this conversation, Simran Jeet Singh discusses the importance of diverse storytelling, the challenges of navigating faith in public spaces, and the need for empathy and understanding across different communities. He reflects on his journey as an a... more

In this episode, Lew Frankfort, former CEO of Coach, shares his journey of transforming Coach into a $5 billion brand. He discusses the concept of 'accessible luxury,' the importance of being an outsider in leadership, and the balance between magic a... more

In this episode Ruchika T. Malhotra, an expert on inclusive leadership, sits down with Rohit to discuss her new book "Uncompete: Rejecting Competition to Unlock Success." They explore the concept of "uncompete," challenging the traditional competitiv... more

In this conversation, Rohit and Nick delve into the complexities of AI, existential risks, and the duality of optimism and pessimism surrounding technological advancements. Bostrom shares insights on the importance of focusing on humanity's future, t... more

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Recent Guests

Lew Frankfort
Former chairman of Coach Brands, known for building the brand into an accessible luxury powerhouse.
Coach Brands
Episode: The Unlikely Rise of the Coach Brand and "Accessible Luxury" with Lew Frankfort (#62)
Ruchika T. Malhotra
An expert on inclusive leadership and author of the book 'Uncompete.'
Episode: Why The Secret To Success Is To Stop Competing: Featuring Ruchika T. Malhotra (#61)
Ranjay Gulati
Professor at Harvard University studying how to unlock human potential.
Harvard University
Episode: How To Have More Courage and Be More Bold with Ranjay Gulati (#59)
Layne Beachley
The most successful female surfer in history, an eight-time world champion and advocate for ocean conservation.
Episode: The Future of Exploration [LIVE] - What Will Human Discovery Look Like In the Next Decade? (#57)
Dawn McIntosh
Space Systems Director for Fugro Australia, involved with NASA and leading innovative missions.
Fugro Australia
Episode: The Future of Exploration [LIVE] - What Will Human Discovery Look Like In the Next Decade? (#57)
Dorie Clark
Named one of the top 50 business thinkers in the world, expert in self-reinvention.
Author and strategic thinker
Episode: Why the World Still Needs Human Experts with Dorie Clark (#56)
Anne Libera
Director of Comedy Studies at The Second City, a comedy legend known for influencing many comedians
The Second City
Episode: How Anyone Can Be Funnier with Anne Libera from Second City (#55)
Parag Khanna
Geopolitical expert and author, recognized for his influential thinking on human migration and global dynamics.
Episode: Where Humans Will Live In The Future with Parag Khanna (#52)
Laura Ries
Marketing expert and author, known for her work on positioning strategies
Ries & Ries
Episode: Why Every Business Needs A Good Strategic Enemy with Laura Ries (#51)

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Rohit Bhargava
Host of discussions focusing on non-obvious thinking, creativity, and strategy across various topics.

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Why The Secret To Success Is To Stop Competing: Featuring Ruchika T. Malhotra (#61)
Q: What does it take to give yourself more generosity and maybe not be so competitive with yourself?
It's crucial to allow flexibility in choices and to recognize that personal growth doesn't require constant competition or perfection.
Why The Secret To Success Is To Stop Competing: Featuring Ruchika T. Malhotra (#61)
Q: How much do you think about the ways that your time in Singapore shaped your thinking?
Growing up in Singapore, where competition was instilled early, has influenced my understanding of success and the importance of redefining it towards collaboration.
Why The Secret To Success Is To Stop Competing: Featuring Ruchika T. Malhotra (#61)
Q: What do people misunderstand when you say, hey, I'm writing about leaving the competitive mindset behind and just being more collaborative?
People misinterpret 'uncompete' as advocating for a lack of ambition, but it's actually about achieving dreams without the toxic drive to outdo others.
The Infuriating Upside of Trash Talk with Rafi Kohan (#44)
Q: Is trash talk something that we should be teaching specifically to young athletes and maybe just to young people in general?
Yes, it teaches essential mental skills for handling pressure and competition.
The Infuriating Upside of Trash Talk with Rafi Kohan (#44)
Q: Do you think that assholes are better at Trash Talk?
Assholes can be effective trash talkers, but effectiveness also relies on self-awareness and understanding one's approach.

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2. Ruchika T. Malhotra
3. Ranjay Gulati
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7. Anne Libera
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