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unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc

Greg La Blanc
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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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Recent Guests

Thi Nguyen
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Utah
University of Utah
Episode: 634. Gaming Life: The Philosophy of Play and Metrics with C. Thi Nguyen
Christine Rosen
Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute; Fellow at the University of Virginia's Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture; journalist and author
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: 633. The Case for Being Human in a Digital World with Christine Rosen
Eric Oliver
Professor of political science at the University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: 632. Knowing Yourself, Intuition vs. Reason, and the Crisis of Modern Meaning with J. Eric Oliver
Emanuel Derman
Emeritus professor at Columbia University in financial engineering
Columbia University
Episode: 631. A Physicist’s View on the Inherent Risks of Financial Modeling with Emanuel Derman
Paul Eastwick
Professor of psychology at UC Davis; director of the Attraction and Relationships Research Lab
University of California, Davis
Episode: 630. What Evolutionary Psychology Gets Wrong About Dating and Attraction with Paul Eastwick
Rebecca Neuberger Goldstein
Author, philosopher, novelist; affiliated with Harvard University (as discussed)
Harvard University
Episode: 629. Beyond Happiness: The Deep Longing to Matter with Rebecca Goldstein
Josiah Ober
Professor of Political Science and Classics at Stanford University; author of Democracy and Knowledge, The Civic Bargain, etc.
Stanford University
Episode: 628. The Civic Bargain: Democracy, Knowledge, and the Challenge of Scale with Josiah Ober
Sonja Lyubomirsky
Professor of psychology, UC Riverside; author
University of California, Riverside
Episode: 627. Unlocking the Secrets of Love and Happiness with Sonja Lyubomirsky
Allison Pugh
Professor of Sociology, Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: 626. Connective Labor: The Art of Human Connection in a Disconnected World with Allison J. Pugh

Host

Greg LaBlanc
Host of interdisciplinary conversations focusing on business, leadership, and social impact.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 157 ratings
  • Exceptional

    Greg is an exceptional polymath in our age of specialization. These interviews are a rarefied but accessible window into a rare and wide ranging mind. This is required listening to anyone interested in the intersections between disciplines.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    your pal Al
    United States3 months ago
  • 5 stars is not enough

    One of the absolute best podcasts bringing findings from academia to the general public!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bijoyg
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent

    Great host, guests and topics. Excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada10 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 States3 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
    Canada4 years ago

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Overall, reviews highlight the podcast's ability to provide valuable insights and foster a sense of curiosity among its audience.
The host is praised for his engaging interviewing style, encouraging deep conversation and exploration of complex topics.
Listeners appreciate the interdisciplinary approach and the thoughtful discussions that challenge conventional wisdom.

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631. A Physicist’s View on the Inherent Risks of Financial Modeling with Emanuel Derman
Q: What's the purpose of a model in finance and in science more broadly?
A model is a tool to describe and forecast aspects of the world by capturing essential relationships; it should be useful, navigable, and understood within its limitations, not treated as an exact replica of reality.
628. The Civic Bargain: Democracy, Knowledge, and the Challenge of Scale with Josiah Ober
Q: How does civics education relate to the health of a democracy in a large, diverse society?
Civics education builds the practices of bargaining, negotiation, and responsible participation, which are essential for citizens to engage constructively in collective decision-making and for leaders to broker positive-sum outcomes.
628. The Civic Bargain: Democracy, Knowledge, and the Challenge of Scale with Josiah Ober
Q: What makes democracy different from purely hierarchical systems when it comes to scaling up to larger populations?
Democracy can scale by designing institutions that enable broad participation and information sharing, but it requires incentives and cultural norms that align individual interests with the common good, much like how firms manage internal coordination.
619. Fatherhood, Power, and History: Unpacking the Male Role in Society with Augustine Sedgewick
Q: What have you learned that you use to guide you as a father?
Sedgewick reflects on his journey learning about fatherhood and recognizes that the history of patriarchy is not a great guide. He admits his son's simple answer about what a father should be highlights the importance of listening and being present as a parent.
617. Navigating Leadership Challenges: Analyzing Systems with Barbara Kellerman
Q: What can individuals do to push back against bad leadership?
Kellerman advises forming alliances and being strategic about actions rather than acting alone, as taking risks can be especially difficult given entrenched bad leadership.

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

The content revolves around diverse interdisciplinary dialogues that merge various fields such as business, education, and the arts. Noteworthy themes include the importance of manufacturing in the modern economy, the intricacies of real estate and land finance, the evolution of job strategies that enhance both employee satisfaction and corporate success, and critical reflections on leadership dynamics. Additionally, discussions frequently touch on the societal impact of historical and cultural factors on contemporary issues, encouraging listeners to explore the intersections of various domains. This series is particularly unique for its emphasis on fostering a community of lifelong learners driven by curiosity and the exploration of comple... more

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