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unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc

Greg La Blanc
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The Soul Of Civility
Negative Emotions
Cultural Evolution
Psychiatry
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Character Formation
Human Dignity
Interpersonal Communication
Civic Renaissance
Behavioral Economics

unSILOed is a series of interdisciplinary conversations that inspire new ways of thinking about our world. Our goal is to build a community of lifelong learners addicted to curiosity and the pursuit of insight about themselves and the world around them.*unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*

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Is it time to overhaul the way we study and teach ancient history? Are we limiting our ability to understand fully how the past informs the present in ways like inequality if we keep these disciplines siloed?

Walter Scheidel is a professor of humani... more

When it comes to the concept of The West, its scope and principles have been criticized both contemporarily and historically. How did the West emerge as a coherent concept, and what has it meant over time?

Georgios Varouxakis is a Professor in the H... more

Why is historical context so important when looking at topics from the past? What role does a broader appreciation of the humanities play in understanding contemporary issues?

Darrin M. McMahon is a professor of history at Dartmouth College and the ... more

There is a misconception that liberalism lacks a vision of ‘the good life,’ but liberalism is more ingrained in society than often recognized. It affects media, education, and personal beliefs of those in society both directly and indirectly.

Alexan... more

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Recent Guests

Georgios Varouxakis
Professor of History and Political Theory at Queen Mary's University
Queen Mary's University, London
Episode: 588. The Evolution of the West and Western Identity feat. Georgios Varouxakis
Darrin M. McMahon
Professor of history at Dartmouth University and author of several books including 'Equality' and 'Divine Fury'
Dartmouth University
Episode: 587. History's Long Arc: Equality, Genius, and Happiness Explored feat. Darrin M. McMahon
Alexandre Lefebvre
Professor of Politics and Philosophy at the University of Sydney and author
University of Sydney
Episode: 586. Living Liberalism: Ethics, Society, and Personal Virtue feat. Alexandre Lefebvre
Scott Anthony
Author and business strategist specializing in innovation and disruption
Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth University
Episode: 585. Epic Disruptions and the Evolution of Business Strategies feat. Scott D. Anthony
David Zweig
Journalist, novelist, and musician, author of 'An Abundance of Caution'
Episode: 584. Examining School Closure Policies During the Pandemic: Untested Models vs. Empirical Evidence feat. David Zweig
Arnold Weinstein
Professor emeritus of comparative literature at Brown University and author
Brown University
Episode: 583. Reflections on Literature's Enduring Role in Human Experience feat. Arnold Weinstein
Cat Bohannon
Author of "Eve, How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution"
Episode: 582. Our Ancestral Eves: How the Female Body Shaped Human Evolution feat. Cat Bohannon
Toby Stuart
Professor at the Haas School at UC Berkeley and author of "Anointed, The Extraordinary Effects of Social Status in a Winner-Take-Most World"
Haas School at UC Berkeley
Episode: 581. The Power of Status: Examining the Matthew Effect feat. Toby E. Stuart
Charles Spinosa
Business consultant and author, co-author of 'Leadership as Masterpiece Creation'
Episode: 580. Creating Masterpieces: A New Vision of Leadership feat. Charles Spinosa

Host

Greg LaBlanc
Host of this series with experience as a business school professor. He engages in thoughtful dialogues with guests, exploring interdisciplinary topics and promoting a deeper understanding of issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Excellent

    Great host, guests and topics. Excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada4 months ago
  • One of Best Public Goods Out There, How Lucky Are We?

    I have been listening to Unsoiled for 2 years and without hesitation will say it is one of the greatest public goods - free knowledge, varying perspectives. I am enormously grateful to have been granted access to the rich catalogue of interviewees, hosted by the astute, passionate, fun, and generous host - thank you so much Greg LaBlanc and the team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    memlous is alfa
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent! interesting guests, great interviews

    So many interesting guests, topics…Greg LaBlanc is a great host, he listens to his guests, doesn’t go in monologue mode, and asks great questions.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada3 years ago
  • Not a book review podcast! It’s better!

    Greg reads A ton of books, he uses his skills and business insights as a biz school prof. to dig deeper into the context of the authors and pivot the conversation in ways few hosts can. The range of topics is diverse on business, personal development, social issues and economics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loftsteve
    United States3 years ago
  • Fascinating

    Amazing conversations. 10/10 all the way!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunnycali1979
    United States4 years ago

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The podcast is recognized for providing insightful critiques of capitalism, leadership, and other impactful issues.
Listeners value the blend of scholarly expertise and practical implications discussed during episodes.
Listeners praise the engaging host and the depth of discussion with knowledgeable guests.
The interdisciplinary nature of topics covered is appreciated, making it a valuable space for learning.

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Talking Points

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580. Creating Masterpieces: A New Vision of Leadership feat. Charles Spinosa
Q: How the heck did you get into business consulting with your background?
Spinosa describes how he transitioned from studying Shakespeare and literature to management consulting, initially helping MBA students see the richness of human experiences in business.
582. Our Ancestral Eves: How the Female Body Shaped Human Evolution feat. Cat Bohannon
Q: What do you think the origins of patriarchy and sexism might be?
Sexism has roots in cultural norms that regulate access to female bodies, and these norms have changed over time affecting reproduction.
582. Our Ancestral Eves: How the Female Body Shaped Human Evolution feat. Cat Bohannon
Q: What's the benefit of making human childbirth so difficult?
Short answer is we don't know, but we have an invasive placenta and that complicates the childbirth process.
582. Our Ancestral Eves: How the Female Body Shaped Human Evolution feat. Cat Bohannon
Q: How did you get into this topic?
My graduate work was about the cognition of aesthetics and how emotion influences memory, which prepared me for interdisciplinary work.
577. Debunking the Myths: What Science Is and Isn't feat. James C. Zimring
Q: How do you know if a hypothesis is right?
Science deals with probabilistic reasoning and can never be absolutely certain; it can only get closer to the truth.

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2. Darrin M. McMahon
3. Alexandre Lefebvre
4. Scott Anthony
5. David Zweig
6. Arnold Weinstein
7. Cat Bohannon
8. Toby Stuart

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