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A Bit of Optimism

A Bit of Optimism

Simon Sinek
37,500 subscribers
66 episodes
My career is an accident. It started when I set out to rediscover my passion and reignite a spark I’d lost — and that journey led me to the work I do now.

If you know me from my books or my speaking, you know I’m fascinated by why people do what they do. What makes someone find joy and meaning in their life, or pursue something far greater than themselves?


I started A Bit of Optimism to explore those ideas and expand my own perspective. This podcast is a trove of honest conversations, with people who challenge me, teach me, or simply help me see things in a different way. Some guests are household names, and others you may be meeting for the first time. But each one of them has something to share that can help all of us grow.

So if you’re looking for a spark — some insight, inspiration, or just a reminder that good things are possible — join me on A Bit of Optimism!

Let’s grow together.

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The AI Skills Nobody is Teaching (And Everyone Needs) with AI Expert Ethan Mollick

Jun 16, 2026
58 minutes 52 seconds

In this episode, Ethan Mollick discusses the practical implications of AI on work and education while exploring how individuals can leverage AI effect...

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The AI Skills Nobody is Teaching (And Everyone Needs) with AI Expert Ethan Mollick

Jun 16, 2026
58 minutes 52 seconds
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In this episode, Ethan Mollick discusses the practical implications of AI on work and education while exploring how indi...

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Key insights, actionable takeaways, and memorable quotes await.

How to Stop Letting Your Own Thoughts Make You Sick, Stressed, and Stuck with Dr. Ellen Langer

Jun 9, 2026
57 minutes 15 seconds
1 min read

In this episode, Dr. Ellen Langer discusses the concept of mindfulness, emphasizing the importance of perception in redu...

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What Happens When You Stop Optimizing and Start Committing with Former LA Lakers President Tim Harris

Jun 2, 2026
56 minutes 52 seconds
1 min read

In this episode, Tim Harris shares insights from his 35 years with the LA Lakers, emphasizing the importance of human co...

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Revisited: Choose Your Seven Humans Wisely with Author Fredrik Backman

May 26, 2026
58 minutes 7 seconds
1 min read

In this episode, Fredrik Backman discusses the importance of intentional relationships and the work required to maintain...

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How to Stop Being Socially Awkward (According to Science) with Behavioral Scientist Vanessa Van Edwards

May 19, 2026
59 minutes 10 seconds
1 min read

Vanessa Van Edwards discusses the importance of developing social skills in a digital age, emphasizing that human connec...

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