A Bit of Optimism

A Bit of Optimism

The future is always bright…if you know where to look. Join me each week for A Bit of Optimism! I talk to inspiring people who teach me more about life, leadership and general interesting things.
Who Are You, Really? with journalist Maria Shriver

Who Are You, Really? with journalist Maria Shriver

We often define ourselves by what we do or who we are to other people. But at our core, who we are is often something much deeper, and sometimes wildly different, from the version that the world sees -- or projects onto you.

8 Apr 2025 - 42 मिनट 46 सेकंड

 
The Search for Self-Love with podcaster Lewis Howes

The Search for Self-Love with podcaster Lewis Howes

Self-love is never as easy as we think. Is it possible to fall in love with ourselves the way we fall for other people?

1 Apr 2025 - 51 मिनट 15 सेकंड

 
Revisited: Why Awkward Is Awesome with psychologist Ty Tashiro

Revisited: Why Awkward Is Awesome with psychologist Ty Tashiro

Simon talks with psychologist Ty Tashiro about social awkwardness and why being awkward can actually be a superpower.

25 Mar 2025 - 31 मिनट 51 सेकंड

 
Does Gender Change How We Lead? with retired colonel DeDe Halfhill

Does Gender Change How We Lead? with retired colonel DeDe Halfhill

Is there such a thing as female leadership? Or is gender not a factor?

18 Mar 2025 - 40 मिनट 39 सेकंड

 
The Myth of the Perfect Meditator with podcaster Jay Shetty

The Myth of the Perfect Meditator with podcaster Jay Shetty

We turn to ancient philosophies to help us cope with the stress of modern life. But what if ancient wisdom could use some help from the modern world?

11 Mar 2025 - 50 मिनट 25 सेकंड

 
When Your 'Flaw' Becomes Your Edge with Comedian Hasan Minhaj

When Your 'Flaw' Becomes Your Edge with Comedian Hasan Minhaj

To recognize your own talent takes time and self-awareness. But to find the courage to pursue it? That often requires a spark of inspiration from someone else.

4 Mar 2025 - 44 मिनट 43 सेकंड

 
Humble Leaders Lead Better Teams with Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink

Humble Leaders Lead Better Teams with Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink

Most people believe the only way to lead is to become the best at something. But what if great leadership means admitting you’re not the best at anything?

25 Feb 2025 - 42 मिनट 07 सेकंड

 
A Sweet Conversation About Dying with Death Doula Alua Arthur

A Sweet Conversation About Dying with Death Doula Alua Arthur

Death is a word we like to avoid. We dance around the subject or use vague euphemisms to not hurt anybody. But what if being open about our deaths meant we could live happier lives?

18 Feb 2025 - 45 मिनट 22 सेकंड

 
The Secret Art of Micromanagement with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky

The Secret Art of Micromanagement with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky

People aren’t born great leaders. They learn to become great leaders.

11 Feb 2025 - 44 मिनट 06 सेकंड

 
You Are More Like Grammy-Winner Jacob Collier Than You Think

You Are More Like Grammy-Winner Jacob Collier Than You Think

To create something truly original, do we build something new or break what came before? Perhaps the answer is both—simultaneously.

4 Feb 2025 - 57 मिनट 33 सेकंड