

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


A New Paradigm for Trust with entrepreneur Yat Siu

Humanize with designer Thomas Heatherwick

Teammateship with NBA champion Shane Battier

The Future of Leadership with educator Elizabeth English

Remember Love with the poet Cleo Wade

Purpose over Profit with Thrive Causemetics CEO Karissa Bodnar

Beautiful Conflict with the poet Yung Pueblo

Power with author Robert Greene

Failing Well with professor of leadership Dr. Amy Edmondson

Happier-ness with author Arthur Brooks

Intuition vs. Reason with poker champion Liv Boeree

When to Quit with Steven Bartlett (Part 2)

Sweating the Small Stuff with Steven Bartlett (Part 1)

Community and Empowerment with Sharmadean Reid

The Book of Charlie with David Von Drehle

Leadership with General CQ Brown, Jr.

Preparing for Change with Cassandra Worthy

Trust with Jimmy Wales

Life Worth Living with Miroslav Volf
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