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The best podcasts for inspiring us to have difficult conversations

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Who am I?

I am making a podcast on accepting failure and I wanted to show my listeners what has inspired me! <3 I totally lost my marbles, failed down the rabbit hole, and wanted to use my story as a reminder to myself and others that everyone fails sometimes.

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What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?

My podcast is about talking about failure—be it my failures, failures of others, or failures within society.

What is my podcast playlist about?

Part of my focus is having difficult conversations and I wanted to show some podcasts that also talk about hard things. I also have learned to embrace failure by getting comfortable with the uncomfortable—an idea that all of these shows explore.

The podcasts I picked and why

1. Happier At Work®

Why this podcast?

I interviewed Aoife about how to improve workplace environments and one of the biggest takeaways from talking to her is that we need to talk about work with our coworkers and peers so that we can improve how we deal with work.

Happier At Work®

Happier At Work®

Aoife O'Brien

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5.0

Happier at Work® is a weekly business podcast for HR and business leaders who know that their people are their best asset, and who want to retain their top talent. Happier employees are more productive, more engaged, and stay in an organisation for longer. Through interesting guest interviews and solo episodes, host Aoife O’Brien covers four main themes: leadership equity; engagement and belonging; productivity and performance; and the future of work. What does being happier at work mean for you and your organisation?

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2 Listeners

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2. Death, Sex & Money

Why this podcast?

The show that tackles it all. Anna Sale is the goat. Just the name “Death Sex and Money” let’s you know that this podcast is gonna get juicy and a little uncomfy in the best way.

Death, Sex & Money

Death, Sex & Money

Slate Podcasts

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4.8

Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation.

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37 Listeners

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3. TED Radio Hour

Why this podcast?

My professor that inspired my podcast had us do a short audio piece called “Failure Radio Hour” inspired by this podcast.

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4.5

Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves.
Get more brainy miscellany with TED Radio Hour+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/ted

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77 Listeners

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4. FluentlyForward

Why this podcast?

I interviewed Shannon for my podcast and love how she discussed important, underrepresented, and controversial topics.

FluentlyForward

FluentlyForward

CAKE MEDIA

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Welcome to FluentlyForward (Fluently Forward) the podcast hosted by Shannon McNamara where we dive into the world of celebrity gossip, blind items, and fun theories. If you're looking for juicy details and inside information on your favorite stars and the scandals they're involved in, then you're in the right place! Each episode, we'll be discussing the latest trending topics in the entertainment industry, from celebrity breakups and makeups to the latest news. But we won't just be regurgitating the same old stories you've heard before - we'll be bringing you speculation, insider information and exclusive details that you won't find anywhere else. We'll also be delving into the world of blind items - those tantalizing pieces of gossip that don't come with any names attached. We'll be using our expert sleuthing skills to try and uncover the identities of the celebrities involved, and we'll be discussing the implications of the rumors and how they might affect the stars in question. And of course, we'll be exploring some of the most intriguing theories that have emerged in the entertainment industry. From secret celebrity societies to hidden messages in music videos, we'll be exploring the wild and wacky world of celebrity theories and trying to separate fact from fiction. But most importantly, we'll be bringing you all of this information in a fun and entertaining way. We'll be sharing our opinions and analysis, and we'll be inviting guests onto the show to share their own insights and stories. So whether you're a die-hard fan of celebrity gossip or just someone who's curious about the world of entertainment, FluentlyForward is the podcast for you!

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5. Sold a Story

Why this podcast?

I love this story about the building blocks of having a conversation—learning how to read. Much of our communication is done online and through texts so being a good reader is key to forming bonds and getting out your feelings.

Sold a Story

Sold a Story

APM Reports

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Millions of kids can't read well. Scientists have known for decades how children learn to read, but many schools don’t know about the research. They buy teacher training and books that are rooted in a disproven idea. In Sold a Story, Emily Hanford investigates four authors and a publishing company that have made millions selling this idea.

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