Lots of things go viral on the internet: dumb memes, cat videos, one-pan meals, and celebrity gossip. Why not kindness? That’s the delightful question Chris Anderson, the head of TED, asks in his new book, “Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading.” He joins Rufus to talk about what he’s learned running the world’s most famous conference, why we’re hardwired to give back, and the small actions we can all take to be a little more generous.
Host: Rufus Griscom
Guest: Chris Anderson
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HUMOR: The Case for Navigating Life on the Precipice of a Smile
GOOD ARGUMENTS: Adam Grant and Champion Debater Bo Seo on the Craft of Persuasion
NEURODIVERSITY: Why No Two Brains Are Alike
STATUS: Does Our Need for It Explain ... Everything?
Bittersweet: An Audio E-Course by Susan Cain
Bonus: Eric Barker Gives Daniel Pink Relationship Advice
LONGTERMISM: Why You Should Care About Future People
QUIT: Why You Have to Give Up if You Want to Get Ahead
PUZZLES: What Crosswords, Riddles, and Wordle Can Teach You About the Meaning of Life
BUILD: Tony Fadell’s Guide to Making Cool Stuff
SURVIVAL OF THE RICHEST: How Tech Billionaires Are Preparing for Doomsday
HAPPINESS: Arthur C. Brooks Shares His Roadmap for Finding Purpose, Meaning, and Success
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Summer Getaway #3: The 12-Hour Walk (with Colin O’Brady)
Summer Getaway #2: An American Odyssey (with Ben McGrath)
Summer Getaway #1: The Beach (with Sarah Stodola)
Finding Stillness With Ryan Holiday
Amanda Little on the Fate of Food
John Colapinto on the Power and Beauty of the Human Voice
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