Habit Formation
Discover key takeaways from 13 podcast episodes about this topic.

If You Feel Stuck in Life, Watch This
Mel Robbins outlines three common traps that keep individuals stuck in life and provides actionable strategies, backed by research, to break free through decisive action, simplified planning, and consistent effort.

Master Self Control & Overcome Procrastination | Dr. Kentaro Fujita
Dr. Kentaro Fujita reveals that self-control is a learned skill, not an innate trait, and offers science-backed strategies to overcome procrastination and achieve long-term goals by leveraging intrinsic motivation and psychological distancing.

My Process For Achieving Goals: How to Change Your Life in 5 Simple Steps
Mel Robbins outlines a research-backed, five-step process to achieve personal goals by focusing on clarity, intrinsic motivation, consistent small actions, and self-reliance.

#1 Habit Expert: Why Your To Do List Is Making You Less Productive
Charles Duhigg, author of 'The Power of Habit,' reveals how to master habits, enhance communication, and boost productivity by leveraging cognitive routines and strategic vulnerability.

What Really Matters in Life? A Cancer Surgeon's Warning After 15,000 Patients
A world-renowned cancer surgeon shares life-altering lessons from 15,000 patients, revealing how to navigate crisis, embrace change, and find meaning through intentional psychological energy.

Friday the 13th
Discover why a cheap monitor microphone outperformed professional gear for movie dialogue replacement, the surprising insecurity of physical checks, and the ancient origins of Friday the 13th superstitions, all wrapped in a comedic debate.

The 24-Hour Turnaround: Start Today & Feel Different Tomorrow
Mel Robbins outlines a science-backed, five-step 24-hour turnaround plan to combat overwhelm, clear mental and physical clutter, and build momentum for a more controlled and confident life.

Stop Wasting Your Time: The Scientific Way to Stop Procrastination and Get Control of Your Day
Reclaim control of your daily schedule and personal energy by understanding the true abundance of time in your week and applying nine research-backed time management rules.

PBS News Hour full episode, Jan. 16, 2026
This episode dissects the complex geopolitical landscape, from the U.S.'s controversial engagement with Venezuela's interim government and Iran's brutal crackdown, to domestic tensions over federal immigration actions and the evolving, 'lawless' economics of college sports, alongside practical insights on habit formation.

The Science of Making & Breaking Habits: How to Change Your Life in 1 Month
James Clear, author of 'Atomic Habits,' reveals the science-backed systems for building lasting habits and achieving significant life changes through tiny, consistent actions.

Best Ways to Build Better Habits & Break Bad Ones | James Clear
James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, reveals practical, science-backed strategies for building lasting positive habits and effectively breaking negative ones, emphasizing the critical role of environment, identity, and consistent 'showing up.'

Dopamine Expert: How TikTok Is Physically Rewiring Your Brain (Permanent Damage?)
Dr. Anna Lembke, a Stanford addiction expert, explains how modern abundance and frictionless digital rewards are hijacking our dopamine systems, leading to widespread addiction and anhedonia, and offers strategies for reclaiming control.

The One Trick You Can Use to Avoid Failing Like 90% of People | Dr. Phil McGraw
Dr. Phil McGraw dismantles the myth of willpower, revealing that lasting personal and societal change hinges on intentionally structuring your environment and fostering critical thinking, not fleeting motivation.