ReThinking

How Mark Rober hides "science vegetables" in viral videos

Jane Goodall on leadership lessons from primates

The art of invention with Nathan Myhrvold

The science of fighting crime with Nick Cowen

Malcolm Gladwell on the importance of self-correction

In this episode of ReThinking, Adam Grant interviews Malcolm Gladwell about his new book, "Revenge of the Tipping Point," a re-examination of his original ideas 25 years later. They discuss the motivations behind revisiting his earlier work, the challenges of writing about epidemics in a post-COVID world, and the impor...

Finding the joy of service with Milk Bar's Christina Tosi and restaurateur Will Guidara

Should leaders be feared or loved? with historian Niall Ferguson

Overcoming loneliness with Surgeon General Vivek Murthy

The dark side of charisma

How to design teams that don’t suck

The wrong way to think about culture fit

John Legend on the creative process and "mumbling" his way to a hit

The secret to success isn't power — it's status

In this podcast episode, Adam Grant and Alison Fragale explore the complex interplay of status and power in the workplace, shedding light on how these elements shape professional relationships. They clarify that status is based on respect and admiration, while power involves control over resources. Through relatable ex...

Sarah Silverman on being wrong — and treating trolls with kindness

In this episode of ReThinking, Adam Grant interviews comedian Sarah Silverman, exploring her boldness, compassion, and unique approach to dealing with negativity. Silverman shares anecdotes from her childhood and career, revealing how she learned to confront and defuse aggression with kindness and humor. They discuss h...

How to stop doom scrolling — and have a better experience online with Jay Van Bavel

Fixing college campuses with political scientist Danielle Allen

Trevor Noah on the importance of context

Fighting against the status quo with filmmaker Jon M. Chu

How to fight prejudice with Betsy Levy Paluck

How to build a great culture with restaurateur Danny Meyer

Adam Grant interviews Danny Meyer, founder of Shake Shack and Union Square Hospitality Group, about fostering a healthy work environment and building a culture of generosity. Meyer discusses his early leadership philosophy, the importance of using clear communication and expected behaviors rather than family values, an...