Episodes (Page 20)
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Dax and Monica collect listener stories about wild and memorable bartending experiences
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Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Kingsolver discusses her childhood love of reading and truth in fiction writing
Barbara Kingsolver
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Entertainment lawyer Tom Hansen, Dax's best friend, discusses knowing people from the Dust Bowl era and farm work experiences
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Dax and Monica discuss listener stories about bad babysitting experiences
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Dan Ariely explores why people regulate others' behavior and how workplace motivation is affected by various factors
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Craig Ferguson shares his path to late-night television and lessons learned with age, including meditation and sobriety
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Dax and Monica hear listener stories about crazy Halloween experiences
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Adam Grant discusses how perfectionism can stifle learning and the most effective language teaching methods
Adam Grant
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The Chainsmokers discuss their DJ anonymity, successful partnership maintenance, and creative inspiration sources
The Chainsmokers
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Dax and Monica hear listener stories about the most generous acts of hospitality they've received
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Robert Sapolsky explains his research on baboon social habits and their relevance to human psychology
Robert Sapolsky
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Jada Pinkett Smith discusses her experiences with abandonment, punctuality, and the challenges of public life
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Dax and Monica hear listener stories about the craziest experiences as teachers or principals
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Morgan Neville discusses why documentaries resonate with audiences and Los Angeles's unique history
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Fred Armisen discusses his discomfort speaking up, accepting unwanted food orders, and avoiding returns
Fred Armisen
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Dax and Monica hear listener stories about crazy service industry experiences
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Vivek Murthy defines loneliness and discusses strategies for strengthening personal connections
Vivek Murthy
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Kerry Washington discusses her anthropology degree and discovering family secrets that affected her identity
Kerry Washington
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Dax and Monica hear listener stories about failed romantic pursuits
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Gabor Maté discusses how most people exhibit addictive behaviors and the mind-body connection to health
Gabor Mate