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What’s Feel-Good Productivity by Ali Abdaal about? Does the daily grind have to be a grind? In Feel-Good Productivity, Ali Abdaal explains why and how emotional well-being will boost your productivity. By taking care of yourself, you can work in a way that’s beneficial to you. Read below for an overview of Feel-Good Productivity.
Who is Darlene Love? What were the pivotal moments that defined the soul singer’s career? Darlene Love joins Julia Louis-Dreyfus for an episode of Wiser Than Me, in which Love looks back on her life and career. The singer reflects on the decision to move to New York in her 40s to catapult her career and her childhood influences. Keep reading to learn more about Love and how she became a prominent musician.
What causes poor sexual health in men? Does your geographical location determine your semen quality? Dr. Michael Eisenberg joins Dr. Andrew Huberman on the Huberman Lab podcast to talk about the environmental and lifestyle factors affecting male sexual health. He also notes a strange correlation between semen and geography. Continue reading for more surprising facts about the causes of poor sexual health.
Who is Ruth Reichl? What’s Reichl’s personal experience with aging and coping with her body image? On an episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia Louis-Dreyfus sits down with food critic Ruth Reichl to talk about body image concerns and aging as a woman. Food becomes an important topic of conversation throughout the episode, shining a light on the role it plays in one’s body image. Keep reading to learn more about Ruth Reichl beyond the writer and food critic.
Who is Stephen Curry? How does Curry handle the pressures of being in the NBA? Stephen Curry was a recent guest on the Smartless podcast, in which he talked about his life and impressive career as a basketball player. As one of the greatest basketball players today, he opens up about handling high expectations and balancing career ambitions with his personal life. Keep reading if you want to know more about Curry beyond what you see on the court.
What was Ted Bundy’s early childhood like? Did his childhood shape who he became as an adult? On the Morbid podcast, the hosts delve into Bundy’s formative years, challenging the notion that a troubled childhood can justify future crimes. They reveal his convoluted family situation, being born to an unmarried teenage mother in the 1940s and raised with the belief that his grandparents were his parents. Keep reading to learn more about the environment Bundy grew up in.
What are common health problems in men? How can men perform self-exams at home like women do? In a discussion about men’s health problems, Dr. Michael Eisenberg and Dr. Andrew Huberman addressed how men aren’t typically advised to do self-exams at home as women are. They also highlighted other treatments doctors may suggest. Let’s take a look at the Huberman Lab’s advice for keeping men’s health in check with different treatments.
Do you have too much on your plate? What’s the most you can handle in a workday? Human beings are asked to juggle a lot in their lives. Many people have jobs, families, and social lives. The only way to avoid collapsing under the weight is to prioritize everything. Find out how to prioritize workload tasks so you can balance everything.
How did the collaboration between Kanye West and Adidas start? How do celebrities impact the fashion industry? There was a time when Adidas was struggling in the athletic footwear market. To develop a bigger presence in the fashion world, Adidas partnered with musician Kanye West. Read all about the collaboration between West and Adidas, as summarized on The Daily podcast.
Why is food important for culture and self-image? Is food a villain that you’ll constantly have to battle for the rest of your life? On Wiser Than Me, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Ruth Reichl assure viewers that food shouldn’t be a bad thing. Despite many people’s fear of overeating or stressing about body image, food connects people and ignites joy in those who are suffering. Continue reading to learn more about the importance of food beyond nutrition.