In this episode, Chad Stoloff engages in a profound conversation with Gaurav Suri, a computational neuroscientist and experimental psychologist, about the intersection of science, curiosity, and storytelling. They explore the importance of making science accessible to the general public, the role of curiosity in human development, and the concept of flow in creativity and learning. Gaurav shares insights from his book, 'The Emergent Mind,' and discusses how neural networks can help us understand human cognition and behavior.

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Dr. Gaurav Suri is a computational neuroscientist and an experimental psychologist. He studies the brain mechanisms that shape human cognitions, emotions, and actions. He is interested in examining the proposition that the mind emerges from the interaction of simple processing units and that these interactions can be modeled using neural networks.

Gaurav is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University and a Distinguished Scientist (Visiting) at The Center of Affective Science at Stanford University.

​Gaurav obtained his Ph.D. from Stanford University. He also has an M.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science from Stanford University.

Gaurav is the recipient of numerous awards, honors, fellowships, and research grants. His research has been published in leading journals, including Psychological Review, Nature, Trends in Cognitive Science, Psychological Science, Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, and The Journal of Mathematical Psychology. Along with Jay McClelland, he is the co-author of the forthcoming book The Emergent Mind: How Intelligence Arises in Humans and Machines (Suri and McClelland, Basic Books, Scheduled for Fall 2025).

​Gaurav came to academics as the 'second innings' of his career. Before academics​, Gaurav was a Managing Director at Deloitte Consulting. He is also the founding member of two successful entrepreneurial ventures. Finally, Gaurav is a co-author of the prize-winning novel A Certain Ambiguity (Suri & Bal, Princeton, 2007).

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In this enlightening episode, Chad Stoloff engages with Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir, an Icelandic thought leader and author, to explore the profound impact of intuition on our well-being and decision-making. Discover how tapping into our inner wisdom can guide us through uncertainty and enhance our connection with the world. Hrund shares insights from her book and documentary, "Innsaei," Book | Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttirand discusses the importance of presence, attention, and community in nurturing our intuitive abilities. Tune in to learn how intuition can be a powerful tool for personal and collective growth.

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Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir is an Icelandic thought leader, author, an award-winning serial entrepreneur, advisor and public speaker. She is the author of the book InnSæi: Icelandic wisdom for turbulent times, and Co-director and script writer of the documentary film InnSæi: The Power of Intuition, both available worldwide.

She brings a unique perspective to how we lead, live, innovate and make better choices in times of uncertainty, transition and noise. A firm believer that the change we now need in the world starts from within us, Hrund has had leading roles in the areas of development and post-conflict reconstruction with the UN in Europe and Asia, innovation, investments, sustainable and circular business transition, and education.

She was the first woman to chair Iceland‘s largest public innovation fund, was the managing director of Iceland’s sustainability centre Festa, and designed and directed Prisma, a diploma university program, recognised by the Nordic Council for responding to 21. Century challenges. Hrund is a trusted coach and advisor to leaders, businesses, universities and organisations around the world.

She is a mother of two daughters, an avid skier and nature lover. She is an Advisory council member at Yale’s International Leadership Centre, a Nordic Ignite Angel Ambassador, Yale World Fellow, and has been recognised by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader and Cultural Leader, and Icelandic Ocean Cluster’s Sustainability Leader.

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In this episode, Chad Stoloff engages in a profound conversation with Sam Parker, an award-winning author and public speaker, about the transformative power of anger. Sam shares insights from his book, "Good Anger," which explores how rethinking rage can improve relationships, tackle depression, and drive professional success. The discussion delves into Sam's personal journey with mental health, the societal misconceptions about anger, and how embracing this often-misunderstood emotion can lead to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

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Sam Parker is an award-winning author, editor and public speaker.

His first book, Good Anger, was published with Bloomsbury in 2025. A blend of science, psychology and history, it looks at the cost of suppressed rage and how healthy anger can improve relationships, help tackle depression and anxiety and drive us towards greater professional success. It was named Non-Fiction Book of the Month by The Independent and has been featured in The Financial Times, Mail on Sunday, Sunday Times and more.

​An experienced keynote speaker, podcast guest and radio / TV guest, he is available to book for events to discuss emotional wellbeing and mental health and fitness.

​Sam runs the Substack The Good Father, a reflection on parenting through the lens of psychology and emotional science.

​He can be contacted on samjohnparker@gmail.com

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Join Chad Stoloff as he delves into a captivating conversation with Alex Hutchinson, a renowned science journalist and author. Explore the essence of human curiosity and the drive to explore, as Alex shares insights from his latest book, "The Explorer's Gene." Discover how everyday adventures can reignite our innate desire to explore and learn, and why embracing challenges can bring meaning to our lives. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on curiosity, exploration, and the pursuit of growth.

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I’m a science journalist based in Toronto, with a big-picture focus on human performance and particular interests in fitness, endurance sports, and the outdoors.

I’ve written Outside magazine’s Sweat Science column since 2017 (check out the latest columns here), and before that I wrote a similar column for Runner’s World. I also write regular columns for the Globe and Mail and Canadian Running. I’ve contributed over the years to a wide variety of publications including the New York Times (where I earned a Lowell Thomas Award for my adventure travel writing), the New Yorker, and Popular Mechanics (where I won a National Magazine Award for my energy reporting).

My latest book, published in March 2025, is an exploration of the science of exploring. It’s called The Explorer’s Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map; you can read more about it here. Before that, I wrote the New York Times bestseller Endure: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance, and two other books about, respectively, the science of fitness and the greatest inventions of the modern world.

I actually started out as a physicist, with a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge then a few years as a postdoctoral researcher with the U.S. National Security Agency, working on quantum computing and nanomechanics. During that time, I competed as a middle- and long-distance runner for the Canadian national team, mostly as a miler but also dabbling in cross-country and even a bit of mountain running, and maintained a side-hustle as an amateur jazz saxophonist. I still run most days, enjoy the rigors of hard training, and occasionally race. But I hate to think how I’d do on an undergraduate physics exam.

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In this episode, we dive into the transformative potential and challenges of AI in healthcare with Charlotte Blease, an academic and author. Charlotte shares insights from her book, "Dr. Bot: Why Doctors Can Fail and How AI Could Save Lives," exploring how AI can address human limitations in medicine while also presenting new ethical and practical challenges. Join us as we discuss the balance between technology's promise and its pitfalls, and the future of healthcare in a digital age.

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I am an academic, author, and public speaker.

As an academic, I work as a health informaticist with a background in philosophy. I've published more than 160 articles in peer-reviewed journals and books on healthcare. I am Associate Professor (Docent) at the Participatory eHealth and Health Data Research Group at Uppsala University, Sweden and Researcher at Digital Psychiatry, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA.

I am author of Dr Bot: Why Doctors Can Fail and How AI Could Save Lives (Yale, 2025), and co-author of The Nocebo Effect: When Words Make You Sick (Mayo, 2024).

​During the past 20 years have held research appointments in departments of philosophy, psychology/cognitive science, & medical humanities in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. I spent 5 years at Harvard Medical School - first as a Fulbright Scholar, a Research Fellow, and for 3 years as a Keane Scholar.​​

My research has been profiled in diverse outlets: Time magazine, The New York Times, CNN, The Daily Mail, The Washington Post, The Guardian, El País, Aeon, The Sydney Morning Herald, Deutsche Welle, Haaretz, The Irish Times, The Independent, BBC, Sky News, STAT, Pulse, Medpage Today, and Psychology Today. My philosophy in schools outreach work has been recognized by the President of Ireland.

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In this enlightening episode, join Michael Gillespie as he delves into the transformative power of distancing in decision-making. Discover how stepping back can unlock deeper insights and lead to wiser choices. Whether you're navigating personal dilemmas or professional challenges, learn how to harness this powerful tool to enhance your decision-making process. Tune in for practical tips and thought-provoking discussions that will change the way you approach decisions.

Dr. Michael A. Gillespie is an Associate Professor of Psychology at University of South Florida. He teaches on the Sarasota-Manatee campus and directs the Human Applied Cognition and Decision-making lab on the Tampa campus. His research interests include decision-making at work, critical thinking, values, organizational culture, psychological measures, and job attitudes.

His book, Distancing: How Great Leaders Reframe to Make Better Decisions which he co-authored with David Marquet came out August 12, 2025.

In Distancing, bestselling author and former submarine captain David Marquet (Turn the Ship Around!) and psychology professor Michael Gillespie introduce a powerful solution: distancing. This simple but underused superpower lets us step outside ourselves to see with clarity and decide with wisdom.
Through three practices—Be Someone Else, Be Somewhere Else, Be Sometime Else—we adopt the perspective of a coach, view our situation from afar, or become our wiser future self. Each unlocks instant insight, reduces anxiety, and improves judgment.

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Judd Kessler, a renowned economics professor at Wharton Business School. In this episode, we explore the fascinating intersections of economics and everyday life, as Judd shares stories from his book "Lucky by Design." Discover how economic principles can empower you to navigate life's hidden markets, from organ donation systems to college admissions. Whether you're an economics enthusiast or just curious about how these concepts apply to your daily decisions, this episode offers valuable perspectives and strategies. Tune in to learn how to get more of what you want out of life!

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