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A Bit of Optimism with Simon Sinek

A Bit of Optimism

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The Soul of an Idea with David Copperfield

Episode 81

The Soul of an Idea with David Copperfield

“Soul” is a word that I've never really used, but it perfectly encapsulates what has made David Copperfield the most successful magician of all time.   He has filled global audiences with awe for over 40 years.  He made the Statue of Liberty disappear, escaped from Alcatraz, and walked through the Great Wall of China.   And it turns out, the key to great magic is also the key to any great work: a visceral, emotional connection between the act and the performer.   You have to find and honor the soul of the idea.   This is…A Bit of Optimism.  For more on David and his work check out:  [https://www.davidcopperfield.com/html/](https://www.davidcopperfield.com/html/)

May 16, 2023 30 min
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Molly's Game with Molly Bloom

Episode 80

Molly's Game with Molly Bloom

Molly Bloom’s life story is one-of-a-kind.   Her Olympic dreams were dashed, so she planned on going to law school. Instead, she wound up running a high-stakes poker game where hundreds of millions of dollars would change hands in a night.   Molly made a lot of money. Celebrities, mafias, and federal informants soon took an interest in her and her game.  Eventually, she lost everything and had no one to blame but herself. Her story later became the Academy Award nominated movie, Molly’s Game, and the lessons she learned from her extraordinary journey have tremendous value for the rest of us. This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Molly and her work, check out: [twitter.com/immollybloom](https://twitter.com/immollybloom)

May 9, 2023 50 min
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The Courage of Compassion with Robin Steinberg

Episode 79

The Courage of Compassion with Robin Steinberg

How would you like to be judged for the rest of your life by the worst thing you’ve ever done? Robin Steinberg was a public defender, where she had to learn to see her clients – who were often accused of heinous crimes – as human.   The lessons she has learned about how to find compassion for people with whom we vehemently disagree are absolutely essential for this divided world. This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Robin and her work check out: [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/610838/the-courage-of-compassion-by-robin-steinberg-contributions-by-camilo-ramirez/](https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/610838/the-courage-of-compassion-by-robin-steinberg-contributions-by-camilo-ramirez/)

April 4, 2023 44 min
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A Goofy Episode with Bill Farmer

Episode 78

A Goofy Episode with Bill Farmer

There is a very good chance that Bill Farmer has already made your life brighter and you had no idea. That's because Bill is a Disney Legend. He has been the voice of Goofy since 1987, among countless other Disney and Looney Tunes characters. What started as a simple impression sparked an amazing career that has influenced millions with a message of optimism. He views his work as an act of service. As a result, he brings his audience joy that they carry with them for the rest of their lives.   This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Bill Farmer and his work, check out:  [https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/its-a-dogs-life-with-bill-farmer](https://disneyplusoriginals.disney.com/show/its-a-dogs-life-with-bill-farmer)

March 28, 2023 26 min
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Insane Vacations with Mike Reiss

Episode 77

Insane Vacations with Mike Reiss

When you get one of the most successful comedy writers in television history to come on your podcast, naturally the first thing to talk about is...his trip in a homemade submarine to visit the ruins of the Titanic. You see, Mike Reiss isn't just the funniest guy in the room — he's also the most well-traveled.  He's been to Iran, the North Pole, North Korea, and everywhere in between.   Whether he's sharing travel anecdotes or writer's room memories from his 600+ episodes of The Simpsons, one thing is very clear: when Mike tells a story, things are going to get animated.   This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Mike and his work check out:  His travel podcast "What Am I Doing Here with Mike Reiss": [https://bleav.com/shows/what-am-i-doing-here-with-mike-reiss/](https://bleav.com/shows/what-am-i-doing-here-with-mike-reiss/)

March 21, 2023 36 min
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Down A Rabbit Hole with Seth Godin

Episode 76

Down A Rabbit Hole with Seth Godin

Our time, energy, and emotions are valuable because they are finite. And yet conversations with Seth Godin always leave me feeling more patient, energized, and full of love.   Seth is a prolific author and a marketing genius who knows first-hand how love can take an interaction from transactional to transformational. This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Seth and his work check out:  [https://www.sethgodin.com/](https://www.sethgodin.com/) A Song of Significance, out May 2023: [https://geni.us/pdnqnz](https://geni.us/pdnqnz)

March 14, 2023 35 min
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How To Be An Entrepreneur with Jeff Rosenthal

Episode 75

How To Be An Entrepreneur with Jeff Rosenthal

Want to go fast? Go alone. Want to go far? Go together. Most entrepreneurs aren’t lone wolves. Founders like Jeff Rosenthal know that the greatest ventures come with partners, mentors, and communities. Being enthusiastic, generous, and kind attracts people who want to help—and together you can accomplish the unreasonable.  This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Jeff and his work check out:  [https://summit.co/](https://summit.co/) [https://summitimpact.org/](https://summitimpact.org/)

March 7, 2023 34 min
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The Wisdom of Anxiety with Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary

Episode 74

The Wisdom of Anxiety with Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary

Anxiety is the crown jewel of human evolution.  That’s the professional opinion of neuroscience professor and clinical psychologist Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, who is driving a paradigm shift in how we understand anxiety. The emotion isn’t a sickness or a flaw in human design – it’s an evolved advantage that protects us and strengthens our creative and productive powers.  So even though anxiety doesn’t feel good…it can be good to feel anxious. This is… A Bit of Optimism. For more on Dr. Dennis-Tiwary and her work check out:  [https://www.drtracyphd.com/](https://www.drtracyphd.com/) [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/future-tense-tracy-dennis-tiwary?variant=39708426797090](https://www.harpercollins.com/products/future-tense-tracy-dennis-tiwary?variant=39708426797090)

February 28, 2023 34 min
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