

A Bit of Optimism
My career is an accident. It started when I set out to rediscover my passion and reignite a spark I’d lost — and that journey led me to the work I do now. If you know me from my books or my speaking, you know I’m fascinated by why people do what they do. What makes someone find joy and meaning in their life, or pursue something far greater than themselves? I started A Bit of Optimism to explore those ideas and expand my own perspective. This podcast is a trove of honest conversations, with people who challenge me, teach me, or simply help me see things in a different way. Some guests are household names, and others you may be meeting for the first time. But each one of them has something to share that can help all of us grow. So if you’re looking for a spark — some insight, inspiration, or just a reminder that good things are possible — join me on A Bit of Optimism! Let’s grow together.
Episodes


Two Bits of Optimism with Brené Brown and Adam Grant: Part One

Being Yourself with Kathryn Finney

Live A Long, Happy Life with physician Mark Hyman

The Value of Interruptions with Janis Burl

The Sweet Bitter with Susan Cain

Kindness with James Rhee

How To Be An Optimist with Pat Berges

The Labor of Love with Francesca Hogi

Unreasonable Hospitality with Will Guidara
In this podcast, Will Guidara, the former owner of Eleven Madison Park, shares his philosophy of "unreasonable hospitality." He highlights how prioritizing meaningful human connections over just product quality contributed to his restaurant's remarkable success and global influence. Guidara stresses the significance of...

Partnering with Jean Oelwang

Vulnerability and Redemption with Adrian Grenier

Obscure Presidential History with Jeremy Deutsch

Happiness with Arthur Brooks

Giving What You Have with Mark Bustos

Giving A Sh*t with Phoebe Robinson

My True Crime Episode with David Mittelman

Rebuilding Community with Luma Mufleh

No More Lonely Friends with Marissa Meizz

Resolving Conflict with William Ury
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