209 episodes
How to Be a Better Human TED Audio Collective
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4.1 • 1.2K Ratings
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Join How to Be a Better Human as we take a look within and beyond ourselves.
How to Be a Better Human isn’t your average self improvement podcast. Each week join comedian Chris Duffy in conversation with guests and past speakers as they uncover sharp insights and give clear takeaways on how YOU can be a better human.
From your work to your home and your head to your heart, How to Be a Better Human looks in unexpected places for new ways to improve and show up for one another. Inspired by the popular series of the same name on TED’s Ideas blog, How to Be a Better Human will help you become a better person from the comfort of your own headphones.
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How to make grassroots political change (w/Katie Fahey)
What can you do when a problem feels too daunting to take on? Enlist some help. Political issues can often feel too difficult to solve, but Katie Fahey–the founder of the grassroots organization Voters Not Politicians and executive director of the democratic reform organization The People–says we have more power than we think. This week, she talks with Chris about how a community of regular citizens can organize together for change… and have a real, lasting impact on the way their government works. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts
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Bonus: Katie Fahey
In this episode for TED Audio Collective + subscribers, Katie Fahey discusses her favorite musical and the importance of advocating for yourself unapologetically.
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How to have a say in how society is built w/ Tessza Udvarhelyi
No matter who you are or where you live, political choices influence your life. Hungarian activist and academic, Tessza Udvarhelyi, emphasizes that anyone, whether or not they work in politics, has collective power. This week, she joins Chris to discuss her work fighting for democracy under an increasingly authoritarian government, why affording power to the people is a must, and how we can all participate.For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts
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Bonus: Tessza Udvarhelyi
In this episode for TED Audio Collective + subscribers, Tessza Udvarhelyi talks about prioritizing family and fun to stay motivated when doing the hard work of activism.
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Why spirituality is important in our increasingly secular world (w/ David DeSteno)
Faith has always been a strong force in human history – but in modern times, it may feel antiquated to have it. Psychology professor and author David DeSteno has conducted research exploring questions about the benefits of faith, and in this episode he shares his findings, and why he believes even in the age of science, we shouldn’t leave spiritual wisdom behind. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts.
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Bonus: David DeSteno
In this episode for TED Audio Collective + subscribers, David DeSteno discusses how doing rather than believing is where religion’s real power lies and how he practices gratitude.
Customer Reviews
Chris is the consummate interviewer
This is a fantastic podcast. Anyone who wants to learn both content from so many various experts and also the skill of having in-depth conversations should listen to every episode. Chris’ self-deprecatory humor, willingness to share his own vulnerability, and genuine curiosity about the guest and their expertise all come together to make the episodes deeply engaging and fun.
Really entertaining and informative.
I love the energy and the clarity and intellectual depth of this show. It doesn’t try to be preachy. It gives us valuable insights and ways to apply the new lessons in our lives. I love the lightheartedness of the host as well as his articulate energy. There is levity as much as profoundness. It is scholarly but made simple enough to internalize it. 👍👍
So funny and informative
Really, this podcast has great info for getting better at humaning, and the host’s sense of humor puts it over the top. Highly recommend.