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Hi@bettershow.io (Darren Austin, Ian Mikutel, March Rogers)
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The Better Show
NFTs, DAOs and how the block chain will change our future
We hope you’re happy with the new format and find this episode interesting. We look forward to hearing about your experiences and wisdom on this topic in the Better Show Cafe on Facebook.Give us a call on the Better Show community line at +1 971–333–8007, or drop us a note on Instagram to share your story with others in The Better Show community. You can also email us at hi@bettershow.io. We look forward to hearing from you!Here are some highlights from this episode:11:58 — What is an NFT and why would someone pay for one...
2021-10-08
39 min
The Better Show
Coffee Chat: Avensi cups & Bottomless service
Note: Watch video version of this episode: www.bettershow.io/youtubeA fun bonus episode on two new coffee products, as a follow up to our recent episodes on COVID-19. In this episode we look at Avensi coffee cups and Bottomless coffee service.Mentions📦 Product: Avensi line of premium coffee cups📦 Product: Bottomless coffee service w/ discount code
2020-04-05
26 min
The Better Show
Better Holidays: Gifts & Relationships Redux
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about how to have better holidays. We reflect on why holidays matter, our own personal experience with them, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on.Show Notes1:16 — The Better Show is growing like a weed: quick update on how many countries we have listeners in worldwide.2:44 — What is the most popular holiday in the world?4:30 — Why do holidays matter?6:41 — The Tail End insight about the time you spend with family12:11 — How to have better conversations during the holidays17:26 — Gift giving tips from Darren's wife Mar...
2019-11-26
1h 15
The Better Show
Better Career Planning: Part 2
Important: Please take our listener survey & help improve the show (& maybe win a cool prize!). https://bettershow.io/survey Show Notes 3:53 - The Japanese concept of ikagai. 10:30 - Being the CEO of your own career and how to get started. 13:40 - Why it's helpful to have a healthy emotional distance from your job so you can analyze your career options objectively. 17:50 - Two things that a job can provide you that are not money. 23:22 - Five skills to learn in any job that are transferable to just about any other job. 27:39 - The valu...
2019-09-04
58 min
The Better Show
Better Circadian Rhythms & Sleep Experiments Lookback
We discuss how circadian rhythms are crucial to unlocking the best sleep of your life and look back on our sleep experiments from our very first episode. Show Notes 2:50 - March kicks off the discussion with a background on what Circadian rhythms are and an overview of the basic human Circadian rhythm. 6:40 - How Circadian rhythms affect mental alertness and physical performance. 9:10 - How do our Circadian rhythms change to accommodate different lifestyles? 11:35 - Why do our Circadian rhythms matter and why is it helpful for us to be conscious of our sleep-wake cycles. 15:38 - We discuss Dr. Matthew...
2019-07-01
1h 03
The Better Show
Make the most of Summer (Redux)
We talk about how to make the most of your summer. We reflect on the power of using the seasons to mark time, the best activities to take up during the summer, and how to fully enjoy those long summer days. Show Notes 1:10— We discuss the difference between when summer starts astronomically versus when it actually starts from a weather (and cultural) perspective. 4:50— Ian shares Conan O’Brian’s perspective on summer weather and the change of seasons. 6:44— Darren talks about his desire to adopt the “snow bird” lifestyle in retirement. 9:22— Ian and March discuss why it’s important to make t...
2019-06-23
1h 10
The Better Show
Better Emotional Intelligence: Part 2
In part two of our series on Better Emotional Intelligence, we cover the final two components of EQ, empathy and managing emotions in others. We share tips & tricks, do a live role playing exercise, and finish with what experiments we're going to try and report back on for improving our own EQ. Show Notes 2:20— How empathy relates to emotional intelligence and the role of curiosity in developing empathy. 5:55— The difference between extreme empathy and practical empathy. 9:40— What is active listening and how to use active listening to build your empathy for others. 14:20— We discuss a tactic to teach empathy...
2019-05-13
1h 01
The Better Show
Better Emotional Intelligence: Part 1
In part one of our series on Better Emotional Intelligence, we explore the definition of EQ, some of the core components, and how it relates to our personal lives and experiences. Show Notes 1:01— What is meant by the term “E.Q.” or one’s emotional intelligence quotient? 2:51— Why is it important to develop a strong emotional intelligence and how can it help you in your personal and professional life. 12:05— The evolutionary root of our emotions and the different roles emotional responses played in early human society versus modern day society. 16:48— Research about the benefits of developing a strong emotional int...
2019-04-29
1h 06
The Better Show
Better Budgeting: Part 3
We conclude our series on better budgeting with Part 3, covering tactical tips, tricks and tools you can use to put your new budget into action today. Show Notes 2:50— How to begin tracking your cash flow using both analog and digital methods. 6:20— How specific should one get when tracking spending. 7:55— Darren’s experience with Quicken and how tracking too many categories created too much overhead for him. 10:25— Ian’s preferred method of budgeting using pen and paper. 13:55— We explore some methods for making saving automatic. 15:05— Ian compares managing personal cashflow to managing email. 18:55— We discuss the pros and cons of debit and credit car...
2019-04-22
1h 01
The Better Show
Better Microbiome
While scientists are only scratching the surface of the microbiome it's already clear that the 39 trillion micro-organisms living in your body have a profound affect on your health, your emotions and even your relationships. This week we explore the fascinating ecosystem that exists inside our bodies. Show Notes 2:27— Why does the microbiome matter? 11:56— Examples of the impact of the microbiome 21:38— The HMP 24:41—The 10:1 myth 27:50—Measuring the microbiome 43:07— Fermented foods and the power of diversity in the microbiome 47:22— Tips & tricks for improving your microbiome 1:05:10— Babies and microbiomes 1:08:02— Watch this space, we're at the infancy of our microbiome understanding 1:09:02— Future mi...
2019-04-15
1h 25
The Better Show
Better Budgeting: Part 2
In part two of our Better Budgeting series, we discuss the types of budget goals you can have, and plans you can make, to take control of your money. Show Notes 2:01 - March breaks down the topic of budgeting into three parts: setting your goals, making a plan, and executing your plan 2:39 - Ian, Darren, and March share where they are in terms of setting financial goals. 7:25 - March shares a pro-tip for how his relocation to Ireland has saved him a lot of money on his kid's college tuition. 9:59 - Darren compares high-interest debt to...
2019-04-08
1h 28
The Better Show
Better Budgeting: Part 1
We kick off part one of our series on finance with a discussion on better budgeting. We talk strategies, mindset and tools to help you take control of money in your life. Show Notes 2:06— What exactly is money and why is it important to understand how to manage money. 4:03— Ian channels his inner Biggie Smalls. 😀 4:39— The effect that money (or worrying about money) can have on one’s health and well-being. 8:02— The difference between guilt and shame and how that difference matters when it comes to money. 24:30— March and Darren talk about the peace of mind that comes with putting o...
2019-04-01
52 min
The Better Show
How to Have a Better Brunch
We constantly hear stories about how the most successful and productive people have morning routines that include getting up very early in the morning to get a jump start on their day. But is rising early REALLY the right solution for everyone? On this week's episode of The Better Show, we aim to find out by diving into the research. Show Notes 1:20 - 💂♀️ Where does the word "brunch" come from? (Featuring March's ridiculous British accent) 3:50 - 😍 Ian tells us how he fell in love with brunch 6:00 - 👩🍳 Darren shares his perspective on brunch as part of the slow food moveme...
2019-03-28
30 min
The Better Show
Should You Get Up Early?
We constantly hear stories about how the most successful and productive people have morning routines that include getting up very early in the morning to get a jump start on their day. But is rising early REALLY the right solution for everyone? On this week's episode of The Better Show, we aim to find out by diving into the research. Show Notes 3:11— March shares examples of some notable personalities that are early risers and reflects on the conventional wisdom about the benefits of getting up early. 5:47— Darren notes that the trend of preferring to start one’s day earl...
2019-03-18
45 min
The Better Show
Better Learning with Ryan Carson Redux
We discuss ways to strengthen your memory - everything from remembering names to learning more effectively. Show Notes 1:59— We welcome our first guest on The Better Show, Ryan Carson, CEO of Treehouse. 3:12— “I think learning is the largest single determining factor of your success in life.” — Ryan Carson 4:50— We learn a little bit about Treehouse, what it does and why Ryan started it. 7:39— Ryan discusses the huge gap between the number of new jobs requiring coding skills and the number of traditional Computer Science graduates. 10:36— Ryan compares how learning a skill like coding is similar to learning a skill like carpentry...
2019-03-04
57 min
The Better Show
Better Bite - Charity
Thanks to a listener suggestion, we discuss strategies for better charitable giving. We focus on why and how to give to charity. We discuss how to make a giving plan that can maximize the impact of your donations while allowing you to express your personal values and support your passions. Show Notes 01:30— Our listener Jakub wants to know how to make the most of his charitable giving 05:10— Can I make an impact? What are my few dollars going to do? 07:30— How we could eliminate extreme poverty by the middle of the century. 11:50— Charity is about expressing your personal va...
2019-02-25
44 min
The Better Show
Paring Down Plastics
This week we explore how to pare down the amount of plastics in your life. We talk about how using fewer plastics is better for the environment and your health. We share tips on how you can easily reduce the amount of single-use plastic you consume. Show Notes 1:32 - We kick off the show with a question from Ian's mom about how to pair down single use plastics and finding a replacement for plastic trash bags. 7:55 - Ian re-frames the conversation by asking "how do plastics affect us individually?" 10:05 - What is meant by "single use plastics" an...
2019-02-18
1h 23
The Better Show
Emergency Preparedness Redux
We discuss preparing for emergencies and why you’ll be glad you did. We’ll explore how to know what kind of emergencies are likely, the importance of making a plan, and what sort of equipment you’ll want to have on hand. Show Notes 2:11 - The guys discuss what qualifies as an emergency 6:46 - March talks about why you should trust your gut if you think someone is sick 8:59 - Darren talks about the FAST method of detecting a stroke 15:07 - The guys discuss advancements in fire fighting technology and why it's so hard to contro...
2019-02-11
1h 12
The Better Show
Beating Cognitive Biases
We discuss how you can beat cognitive bias. Learn common biases and strategies for identifying and overcoming them. Show Notes 4:52— What exactly is cognitive bias, what research led to the discovery of it, and why should we pay attention to it. 7:50— The different types of cognitive bias and how they affect our decisions in everyday life. 9:18— The parallels between how we establish unconscious biases and how we form habits. 11:25— Is it even possible to remove all cognitive bias and if we could would we even want to? 12:40— The summary of different biases as categorized by Buster Benson. 19:05— The p...
2019-02-04
1h 01
The Better Show
Better Bedding for Better Sleep
We discuss better bedding so you can get the perfect night's sleep. We interview bedding enthusiasts on the best sheets, pillows and more. Show Notes 2:25— We discuss our interest in bedding and what inspired us to do this episode. 4:35— We recap recommendations from The Better Show community on what they do to create their ideal bedroom environment. 10:12— A listener, Rachel, shares what motivated her to begin to search for the perfect pillow. 13:42— The ideal sleep position and a healthy sleep posture according to doctors. 15:00— Finding the right balance between soft and supportive with your pillow. 15:57— The different pillows types...
2019-01-29
55 min
The Better Show
Better Relationships Redux
How to deepen relationships with your partner, friends and family. We’ll explore why healthy relationships are so important and share tips & techniques to ensure your relationships are in tip top shape. Show Notes 1:45 — Why relationships matter 4:39 — Impacts of isolation: from prisoners to monks 7:33 — Week long silent retreats 8:47 — How humans experience loneliness at a cellular level 9:54 — Aristotle's Golden Mean and relationships 10:54 — 3 keys to defining a good friend 14:48 — Ian's story of reconnecting with his best childhood friend after 10 years 19:50 — March's story of reconnecting with his first friend since moving to the US 22:51 — Ian's theory of why people hate high school reunions & love col...
2019-01-14
1h 48
The Better Show
Building Better Habits
We discuss the secrets of building better habits, including the 4 laws of making or breaking habits, physical totems, the paperclip story, and habit competition apps. We share our 2019 habits we're trying to create and break, and how we're going to do it. Show Notes 2:55— Why do habits matter? 9:52— Willpower & habits 15:05— Our 2019 habits we want to create 20:09— The habits we want to break in 2019 23:13— Our personal experiences with habits 31:55— Tips & hacks for habits 43:22— 4 laws for making or breaking habits 1:12:42— Quick hits: physical totems, competition app, the paperclip story, batching habits 1:21:15— Our 2019 habit experiments Products Mentioned Atomic Habits Cheatsheet Habit Contr...
2019-01-07
1h 40
The Better Show
New Year's Resolutions Redux 2019
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about New Year’s resolutions — what makes a good resolution and how to make them stick. We’ll share why resolutions can be helpful, our personal experiences and tips you can try to make resolutions work for you. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 2:39— March on the origin and history of New Year’s resolutions 3:15— March shares data on the typical success rate for keeping one’s resolutions. (Spoiler alert: it ain’t good.) 4:38— March counts down the top 5 most popular New Year’s resolutions from 2017 6:21— March shares a tip on how to incre...
2018-12-31
1h 28
The Better Show
Ian & March's 5-Day Fasting Experiment
This week's episode is a day by day diary of an experiment in extended fasting that Ian and March did in November of this year. Their plan was to fast for five days using a protocol created by Dr. Valter Longo, an expert on the positive health effects of fasting. Fasting is known to have a host of benefits ranging from helping to correct metabolic diseases like diabetes to strengthening the immune system and reducing the risk of cancer. Dr. Longo's fast mimicking diet involves eating only a few hundred calories of food each day for 5 days. This makes...
2018-12-24
1h 10
The Better Show
Better Home Automation
What are the benefits of having a smart home and can you avoid the pitfalls? There has been a surge in new internet connected devices you can use to make your home smarter - everything from video doorbells & smart speakers to devices that measure your water usage and lock up your house at night. We want to know whether all these gadgets are worth it? Can you avoid the risks to your privacy created by having internet connected microphones and even more hackable electronics in your home? Show Notes 5:40— Are smart home gadgets actually useful? 7:34— We break do...
2018-12-17
1h 20
The Better Show
Better Remote Work
We ask the question, can you succeed while working remotely? There is a growing trend among employees, freelancers and entrepreneurs of working away from the office but suspicion and controversy still abound. Combining our own experience with experts in the field we explore the pros & cons, the cultural shift that is driving remote work and what the future will look like. Show Notes 1:13— How March's move to Ireland made remote work very personal, very fast 3:30— The rise of remote work 6:44— Controversy around remote work 12:04— The challenges of working remotely 23:28— Tips & tricks from remote work experts to make it work 38:43— ...
2018-12-10
52 min
The Better Show
Better Holidays, Gift Giving & Relationships
It's the gifting time of year and we're here with advice on how to make the most of it. For the next episode we are pulling one of our most popular episode from the archives to help you choose thoughtful gifts for your loved ones. You'll hear all about how to choose gifts that show you care and provide a lasting memory. Show Notes 1:16 — The Better Show is growing like a weed: quick update on how many countries we have listeners in worldwide. 2:44 — What is the most popular holiday in the world? 4:30 — Why do holidays matter? 6:41 — The Tail End insig...
2018-12-03
1h 16
The Better Show
Better Language Learning
We discuss proven methods to make learning a new language easier and why it’s good for you. Show Notes 4:36— March describes an interaction he had attempting to communicate with a farmer in the Czech Republic. 6:46— We learn about how Ian is learning some new languages from his new fiancee who is fluent in English, Arabic and French. 10:28— Darren talks about the value of learning Latin for his college entrance exams and discusses why he thinks it’s a huge advantage from a business perspective to learn Spanish and Mandarin. 12:35— March quizzes Ian and Darren on facts about language...
2018-11-27
51 min
The Better Show
Better Health Through Yoga
We discuss the history, varieties and benefits of yoga. Darren shares his experience of practicing yoga with Ian & March and surprises them with the unexpected benefits of the ancient tradition. Show Notes 2:20— What do we mean when we talk about “yoga” and what are the origins of yoga? 6:42— The health benefits of practicing yoga including relaxation, physical flexibility, and moderate strength training. 9:53— How yoga is a fusion of physical training and mental discipline. 14:44— Why it’s common for athletes to practice yoga and how relaxation can often lead to better precision and better performance. 17:22— Darren explains the major branches of yoga...
2018-11-19
56 min
The Better Show
Better Confidence
We discuss how to improve your confidence and overcome self-doubt. We explore the difference between self-confidence and over-confidence, techniques for dealing with negative self-talk and ways to feel more comfortable in your skin. Show Notes 2:49 - Confidence: born with it or acquired? 4:09 - How self doubt is self-perpetuating cycle 10:11 - Using self-doubt as a tool for making better resolutions 11:57 - March's years of imposter syndrome at work 14:25 - March's anxiety about fatherhood 17:13 - How early encouragement ( or lack thereof) make a difference in building self-confidence 22:00 - Learning to back away from overconfidence 24:11 - Mental exercises for...
2018-11-12
1h 17
The Better Show
Better Flu Fighting
We discuss what you need to know about the flu and how to fight it. We review the current flu science, why you and your family should get the vaccine and what other things you can do to avoid catching or transmitting the virus. Show Notes 2:31 - Ian shares a number of interesting statistics on the 2017–2018 flu season from the US Centers for Disease Control. 5:28 - We discuss how the CDC figures out when the flu season starts and stops and how the flu impacts our society economically. 11:29 - Statistics on the 2017–2018 flu season, including # of deaths attributab...
2018-11-05
57 min
The Better Show
Better Health By Fasting
We discuss intermittent fasting - a research backed way to lose weight and improve your health. Fasting has shown to be an effective way to burn fat, reduce the risk of diabetes, improve brain function, and even reboot your immune system and fight cancer. Show Notes 3:41— What is intermittent fasting and how did this become a thing? 5:43— Why people choose to adopt an intermittent fasting routine. 9:59— Background about the fasting app, Zero, and some recent news about how it’s developing. 11:43— The effect of simply paying attention to what you eat. 12:57— March describes a few of the day-to-day fasting...
2018-10-29
59 min
The Better Show
Better Sleep & Health with the Oura Ring
We discuss one of the most advanced fitness trackers on the market - the Oura Ring. We contrast the ring with other fitness trackers available, talk about it's different sensors & reports, and Ian & March reflect on their experience with Gen 1 and Gen 2 of the ring. Show Notes 4:36— How Ian first discovered the Oura ring and why he became interested in it. 7:28— Why Darren, who has an aversion to jewelry or wearable devices, is beginning to seriously consider a smart ring. 8:58— What bio-metric info does Oura track and what insights does it provide to help you learn about your h...
2018-10-22
1h 01
The Better Show
How Morning Routines Make the Day
We dive into how to design the perfect morning routine. We explore how mindfulness, healthy habits and a little bit of planning can set you up for the best day ever. Show Notes 2:05— What do we mean by a “morning routine” and why your own morning routine matters 4:35— Getting your mental “auto-pilot” to work for you. 5:17— Ian talks about a book 📖 he’s reading titled Make Time by Jake Knapp. 6:30— Research into the effects of mindfulness exercises and why adding mindfulness 8:35— Why are we talking about a “morning” routine and not a “lunch” or “evening” routine? 9:55— Ian shares how his morning routine has changed ove...
2018-10-15
1h 00
The Better Show
The Principles of Persuasion
We dive into the ways you can convince, inspire and influence others. Being able to persuade people is a key life skill whether you're interview for a job, inspiring your co-workers to start a new project or fund raising for your favorite charity. We explore different styles of persuasion, how to use them ethically and to recognize when they're being used on you. Show Notes 1:34— We discuss the usefulness of being able to successfully persuade others — in work and in personal life. 4:30— How the powers of persuasion can be used for good or for evil. 7:46— Our individual experie...
2018-10-08
56 min
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 7 - Vacation, Commutes, Going Green
We look back on how our experiments have gone in planning better vacations, improving our commutes and going green. We'll discuss what worked, what didn't, and what new tips & strategies we learned. Show Notes 1:25— The Better Show recording goes cross-continental as we celebrate March’s recent move to Ireland. 5:50— We dive into our reflections on better vacations. 6:20— March’s trip this summer to Madeira and the Azores and how he applied the tip from episode 21 that it’s not about the length of the vacation, but about the richness of the experience. 14:05— March’s use of Inbox by Google and TripIt...
2018-10-01
1h 09
The Better Show
How to Build a Better Back
We dive into the ways you can protect, strengthen and heal your back. Back pain is the leading cause of chronic pain in the world and more than 80% of us will suffer from it at some point - but you can reduce your risk of getting back pain and speed up your recovery with simple posture and exercise and recovery techniques - listen to find out. Show Notes 3:00— We discuss the stats around how common back injuries are. 8:00— Ian is curious about the economic impact of Tiger Woods’ back injury. 10:15— The most common causes of back pain and back...
2018-09-24
1h 35
The Better Show
Better Bite - Mood Tracking with Daylio
We review the Daylio mood tracking app and discuss the benefits of tracking your emotional well being. We dive into building the habit of daily journaling, Darren's experience with Daylio and the positive effects it can have. Show Notes 2:17— Darren introduces us to Dailyo, a mood tracking app. 3:56— Why use a mood tracking app? 9:24— How does a mood tracking app compare to a daily physical journal? 11:00—March asks if a mood tracking app is worth the effort? 12:19— Darren shares the insight he's found after tracking his mood every day for 46 days 15:29—Ian asks Darren what other insights & patterns...
2018-09-17
29 min
The Better Show
Better Conversations with Celeste Headlee
We discuss how to have better conversations with award-winning journalist, host of "On Second Thought" and author of "We Need To Talk", Celeste Headlee. Show Notes 1:35— Ian, Darren, and March introduce Celeste and share how we became familiar with her work. 4:24— Celeste talks about how the ability to communicate effectively is a unique human advantage and how losing the ability to communicate constructively can be the difference between life and death. 6:39— The difference between simply tolerating someone and truly understanding their perspective. 8:49— Ian is curious about whether cooperation is a universal human trait. 10:40— Celeste discusses the traits common to all...
2018-09-10
57 min
The Better Show
Better Bite - Time Management with Focus Matrix
We dive into the Focus Matrix app - a tool for prioritization and time management. We discuss the underlying philosophy behind the app and how Ian is using it to focus his time and energy on his most important tasks. Show Notes 1:55— Ian introduces us to the Focus Matrix app for iOS and the Ike app for Android and explains the history behind the focus matrix method for prioritization. 3:26— We discuss why prioritization matters — the preciousness of our time, the satisfaction of being in control of one’s efforts — and methods we have used to make the best use of our ti...
2018-09-03
25 min
The Better Show
Channel Your Creativity
We dive into how to increase and apply your creativity. We'll explore ways get into a creative mindset, strengthen your creative muscles and apply your imagination to problems worth solving. Show Notes 2:15— March discusses the different definitions of creativity and the importance of creativity for society. 6:00— The role of followers and how they can be just as important as inventors for the evolution of ideas. 26:07— March describes a technique for spurring creativity where you shift from “associative thinking” to “analytical thinking”. 34:10— The effect of laughter on thinking. 48:20— The effect of music on thinking and creativity. 54:04— A tip that nearly everyone can get...
2018-08-27
1h 06
The Better Show
Better Bite - Traveling with TripIt
We test out the TripIt app for planning & organizing travel. We discuss how it works for summarizing and sharing travel plans while staying on track during your next vacation or business trip. Show Notes 2:10— We discuss the stressors of traveling including the need to organize a bunch of different documents and confirmation numbers. 3:40— How March and Darren originally learned about TripIt. 7:50— We describe the different features of TripIt and share examples of when TripIt saved us time. 11:57— TripIt pricing and the difference between the free and premium versions of the service. 13:03— The basic mechanics of what TripIt does and how...
2018-08-13
32 min
The Better Show
Stay Safe Online Part 2
We wrap up our 2 parter on protecting your identity, your accounts & your devices. We dive into how to protect your home network, your devices & how not to get snooped on when using public Wi-Fi. Show Notes 2:00— March shares some advice about using a separate email address for your most sensitive accounts. 3:40–March discusses 2-step verification 5:15— How to choose a good secret question 11:32— How to be safe on social media; Privacy Checkup on Facebook; making sure that your profile and posts not is not public; finding out what apps are connected to your Facebook account 16:50—TakeThisLollipop.com 19:50— Different ways to us...
2018-08-06
56 min
The Better Show
Stay Safe Online Part 1
We kick off a 2 part episode on protecting your identity, your accounts & your devices. We explore what makes a strong password, common mistakes people make around online security & how to protect yourself from data breaches. Show Notes 1:20— We discuss why understanding basic online security best practices is becoming a basic life skill given how much of our life is connected to the Internet. 6:55— March shares the impact of online security on the US and global economy and the number of people effected by security breaches and we discuss how the costs are borne by all of us — eve...
2018-07-31
59 min
The Better Show
Make Sense of Science Headlines
We explore how to interpret science headlines and see through the hype. We dive into understanding the strengths & weaknesses of science reporting and how to dig into the science behind the headlines. Show Notes 1:35— March shares the inspiration behind why we wanted to create this episode and we discuss the challenges in trying to make sense of all the “scientific” data coming at us. 9:29—March points out the potential for conflicts of interest in the way research is presented by people who have a particular position they want to promote. 11:20— Ian talks about the general trend of our having m...
2018-07-23
1h 32
The Better Show
Better Bite - Ian tries the Chilipad
Temperature has a huge impact on one's quality of sleep. With summer heat in full effect, The Better Show gets ❄️cool ❄️ by testing out the ChiliPad- a mattress pad that promises to keep your bed cool & comfy. Ian was our guinea pig for this test. He explains how the ChiliPad works and shares his experience with it so far. Show Notes 1:34— Ian introduces the ChiliPad and we establish that it is not a kitchen utensil or a side dish at a truck stop. 😃 3:21 —We talk about the pricing of the ChiliPad, the warranty, and share some options for getti...
2018-07-16
33 min
The Better Show
Make the Most of Summer
We talk about how to make the most of your summer. We reflect on the power of using the seasons to mark time, the best activities to take up during the summer, and how to fully enjoy those long summer days. Show Notes 1:10— We discuss the difference between when summer starts astronomically versus when it actually starts from a weather (and cultural) perspective. 4:50— Ian shares Conan O’Brian’s perspective on summer weather and the change of seasons. 6:44— Darren talks about his desire to adopt the “snow bird” lifestyle in retirement. 9:22— Ian and March discuss why it’s important to make t...
2018-07-09
1h 08
The Better Show
Maximize Your Time with Better Priorities
We explore how to prioritize all the competing demands on your time to maximize your effectiveness and happiness. Show Notes 2:50— We discuss how prioritization touches all different aspects of one’s life — personal, career, health, etc. 7:08— Ian shares his experience years ago when he discovered the need a framework for prioritization when he felt overwhelmed with all the things he needed to do. 11:42— March discusses how moving from Ireland to the US and then having children changed his priorities and the way he prioritizes his time and energy. 16:44— Darren frames his experience with prioritization in terms of practicing delayed gr...
2018-07-02
1h 18
The Better Show
Better Public Speaking with Chad Fowler
We explore how to engage an audience with public speaking veteran Chad Fowler. We talk the art of storytelling, how to surprise an audience and the pros & cons of scripted versus free style public speaking. Show Notes 1:13— We introduce our special guest for this episode, Chad Fowler. 4:16— Chad describes how he first began becoming aware of the importance of public speaking from watching his grandfather, who was an electrifying Assembly of God preacher. 6:07— We discuss the training that preachers go through that helps them learn how to best deliver a public speech using techniques like physical movement and...
2018-06-25
1h 25
The Better Show
3 Documentary Picks to be Healthy, Wealthy & Wise
We discuss 3 documentaries that inspired and influenced us. We talk about the science behind a healthy diet, the true meaning of wealth, and how the universal appeal of a good meal draws us together. Show Notes 1:44— Darren suggests that we ask the community to write to us to suggest their favorite documentaries. 1:56— Ian teases an extra documentary recommendation that he will reveal at the end of the show and Darren asks whether it is “Solo”. 2:38— March kicks off the recommendations with an overview of “The Magic Pill” directed by Rob Tate — a documentary that explores the role of diet in treating il...
2018-06-18
1h 03
The Better Show
3 Book Picks to be Healthy, Wealthy & Wise
We discuss 3 books that inspired and influenced us. We talk about how to have a healthy relationship with money, the mysterious & powerful role of sleep in our lives, and how the world is improving, even though we might not think it is. Show Notes 4:06— March recommends a book titled Factfulness by Han Rosling, Anna Rosling Ronnlund, and Ola Rosling. 6:40— March describes how the world has moved away from “us” vs “them” to simply “us”. 7:15— March shares stats about the average quality of life for people around the world. 11:58— Ian notes that Factfulness sounds similar to another book he’s read titled Better...
2018-06-11
46 min
The Better Show
Become a Better Leader
We discuss techniques & skills to become a better leader. We explore transformational leadership, leading for introverts & the importance of mentoring. Show Notes 3:25— We start out by defining what we mean by the term “leader” and “leadership”. 5:40— We talk about the popular concept of nurturing a “growth mindset” and what that means. 11:02— Ian mentions the book Outliers by Malcom Gladwell. 13:48— Darren discusses two big leadership influences in his life — his first boss and his dad. 15:44— March talks about his experience as a leader today and reflects on an early experience he had organizing a 300-person conference in Ireland that grew into a 5000 person o...
2018-06-04
1h 01
The Better Show
Better Bite - Secrets of Sleep
On this episode, we share our favorite sleep secrets we've discovered and tested that will improve your rest & entire quality of life. Show Notes 0:01— Ian announces our first Better Show Bundle— a contest where we give away a package of some of the best products we’ve found since starting the show. Enter to win at https://betrr.io/giveaway. 2:50— March kicks off the list of our good finds for helping sleep by introducing the Rohm Sleep Machine by Marpac. 8:57— Darren discusses the Dodow device that he got as a birthday gift that helps guide your breathing at night...
2018-06-01
37 min
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 6 - Media diet, screen time, life extension
We look back on how our experiments in having a healthy media diet, limiting screen time and life extension have gone. We'll discuss what worked, what didn't, and what new tips & strategies we learned. Show Notes 2:50— Darren talks about his experiment with trying out the Note to Self Bored & Brilliant challenge. 4:54— Ian gives a shout out the Android product team at Google for adding the “face down, do not disturb” feature to the latest version of Android. 7:06— Darren, Ian, and March discuss the difference in one’s ability to fully experience an event when trying to view it through a...
2018-05-28
1h 26
The Better Show
Get Great at Groceries
We discuss valuable grocery shopping hacks. We explore how to make healthy choices, save money and make this weekly chore work for you. Show Notes 2:35— We learn that the top 4 or 5 leading causes of death in the US are all about what you eat or how you eat. 6:53— March shares a statistic that, as a percentage of total income, US households spend less on food than any other country in the world. 10:31— “The foundation of cooking well is shopping well.” 11:05— Darren drops some deep wisdom on the group with the observation that “you can’t eat the Oreos if the Oreos a...
2018-05-21
1h 14
The Better Show
Better Learning with Ryan Carson
We discuss ways to strengthen your memory - everything from remembering names to learning more effectively. Show Notes 1:59— We welcome our first guest on The Better Show, Ryan Carson, CEO of Treehouse. 3:12— “I think learning is the largest single determining factor of your success in life.” — Ryan Carson 4:50— We learn a little bit about Treehouse, what it does and why Ryan started it. 7:39— Ryan discusses the huge gap between the number of new jobs requiring coding skills and the number of traditional Computer Science graduates. 10:36— Ryan compares how learning a skill like coding is similar to learning a skill like carpentry...
2018-05-14
56 min
The Better Show
Get Super Fit in 30 Days
We discuss ways to strengthen your memory - everything from remembering names to learning more effectively. Show Notes 3:00— Ian kicks off the show with a quote from Chris Rock on fitness. 5:35— March shares some research on how quickly exercise can affect your body. 7:46— March shares a tip on setting a reasonable near-term goal for what kind of fitness results you want to achieve. 8:31— March shares his fitness routine for when he was training to climb Mt. St. Helens and Darren shares his routine for training to climb Mt Rainier. 13:51— Ian shares his experience with getting in shape for multiple spo...
2018-05-07
1h 42
The Better Show
Maximize Your Memory
We discuss ways to strengthen your memory - everything from remembering names to learning more effectively. Show Notes 0:59— Ian starts off with a stat from a survey about which types of people have memory challenges and we learn that it is a challenge for people of all ages. 2:48— March tests Ian and Darren’s memory with a series of words to remember. 4:53— March talks a bit about why memory is important and what are the different ways you use memory in your daily life — thinking, social interaction, mental exercise. 7:27— Ian shares a trick that Bill Clinton used during law school t...
2018-04-30
1h 28
The Better Show
Crafting a Better Commute
Ways to rethink your daily commute by transforming it into exercise, a time to learn, a time to socialize or removing it entirely! Show Notes 0:50— Ian starts off with a stat that the average commute in the US is 25 minutes and Darren and March share their current commute times. 2:00— March shares some additional stats about commute times and how people commute to / from work. 3:19— Research shows that commuting tends to be more stressful for women than for men possibly because of the larger responsibilities women tend have around managing day to day household and family tasks. 4:05— Ian notes the di...
2018-04-23
51 min
The Better Show
Emergency Preparedness — What You Need to Know
We discuss preparing for emergencies and why you’ll be glad you did. We’ll explore how to know what kind of emergencies are likely, the importance of making a plan, and what sort of equipment you’ll want to have on hand. Show Notes 2:11 - The guys discuss what qualifies as an emergency 6:46 - March talks about why you should trust your gut if you think someone is sick 8:59 - Darren talks about the FAST method of detecting a stroke 15:07 - The guys discuss advancements in fire fighting technology and why it's so hard to contro...
2018-04-09
1h 11
The Better Show
Better Bite - Ian buys a Tesla Model 3!
On this episode, Darren & March interview Ian about his new Tesla Model 3. We discuss the merits of electric cars, their history, and what's coming in the future. Show Notes 3:22 - March quizzes us on the history of electric cars 4:56 - Darren blows the guys minds with the 'Baghdad Battery' 8:35 - The guys talk about why gas cars replaced electric cars in the 20th century. 10:37 - Ian explains Tesla's mission in building electric cars 17:05 - The guys discuss the little known secret that electric cars are fast 18:44 - Ian talks about his Blue Pistachio and what about...
2018-04-02
54 min
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 5 - Dreams & Resolutions
In this episode Ian, Darren & March continue the Better Look Back series. We reflect on our personal experiments with how to be better gift-givers and how to improve our relationships. We had a lot of successes to report on in this episode, but we also share some things that didn’t work out as planned. Finally, we feature a few new things we’ve discovered since our original episodes covering these topics. Lot’s a good stuff in this episode, including: Show Notes 2:02 —Darren shares his review of two apps that offer tools to help induce lucid dr...
2018-03-26
1h 09
The Better Show
Secrets to living a longer life
We talk about strategies for living the longest, healthiest life possible. We explore strategies for staying safe, avoiding disease, and keeping your body in great condition. We also compare the philosophies of being an 'immortalist' vs. a 'healthspanner'. Show Notes 1:45— March opens up the discussion by distinguishing between life span and health span. 2:50— The two camps of people when it comes to life extension — the immortalists and the health spanners. 4:25— Ian asks each of us the big question: are we immortalists or health-spanners? 4:32— Darren describes his perspective as a health-spanner who appreciates the finite-ness of life. 5:45— Ian, too, is a health-span...
2018-03-12
1h 19
The Better Show
Side gigs for fun & profit
We talk about the reasons & strategies for taking on work outside your day job, whether it's for creative fulfillment or to earn extra cash. We explore the aspects to consider before you begin, while you're getting going and once you're rolling. We also learn about some of the side gigs our listeners are pursuing and how they can inspire you. Show Notes 2:36 —We learn that as many as 1 in 7 Americans have a paid side gig. 4:46 —March shares research revealing how much people earn operating a side gig and how side gig earnings change across age demographics. 5:26 — March refl...
2018-03-05
1h 04
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 4 - Gifts & Relationships
In this episode Ian, Darren & March continue the Better Look Back series. We reflect on our personal experiments with how to be better gift-givers and how to improve our relationships. We had a lot of successes to report on in this episode, but we also share some things that didn’t work out as planned. Finally, we feature a few new things we’ve discovered since our original episodes covering these topics. Lot’s a good stuff in this episode, including: Show Notes 2:19— We dive into our experiments for better gift-giving and Darren starts by sharing his tactic...
2018-02-26
58 min
The Better Show
Lessons from the Olympics
We talk about what secrets we can learn from the Olympics to help us get better. We explore it's origins, history & controversies. Then we dive into lessons inspired by Olympians that we can apply in our daily lives. Show Notes 2:10— Quotes from our listeners on what the Olympic games mean to them. 3:00— Global viewership of the Olympics vs the viewership of other popular sporting events 6:02 —How did the Olympics begin and how did we get to the modern Olympic games? 9:20— Which Olympics sports have been discontinued? 10:00— Ian tests March & Darren’s knowledge of the Olympics with a trivia question. Wh...
2018-02-19
1h 25
The Better Show
Unpacking the secrets of better vacations
On this episode, we discuss why vacations can improve your health, happiness and even your career. We'll dive into tactics for making the most of your vacation time and creating memories that'll last a lifetime. Show Notes 1:54—The difficulties of getting caught cashless in China — or any other foreign country 6:05—The dangers of drinking the tap water in countries where you might not be acclimated to the water. 8:42—Tip: check CDC.gov/travel for precautions about drinking water in various countries. 10:00—We hear from Michael about a challenging situation in Italy when his group didn’t quite have enoug...
2018-02-12
1h 26
The Better Show
Controlling screen time, so it doesn’t control you
On this episode, we talk about how to take control of screen time so it doesn’t control you. We’ll dive into why limiting screen time can help improve your health, sleep and relationships. Show Notes 1:42— March shares stats on the proliferation of mobile devices and screens among children 2:38— Some of the risks to over-exposure to screens 10:59— Ian’s introduction to computers at age 9 and his addition to video game message boards 14:52— Ian devises an experiment to observe peoples’ behavior in coffee shops but insists that he is definitely NOT being a creeper. 17:41— The effects of social media and screen t...
2018-02-05
1h 27
The Better Show
Nourish your mind with a better media diet
On this episode of The Better Show we discuss how unfiltered media can negatively affect us, how to spot biases in the news, and how to create curated media sources that works for you. Show Notes 3:34 — Ian recommends the book The Better Angels of our Nature by Steven Pinker 5:40 — the effect of “the echo chamber” 7:03 — March recaps why a healthy approach to media is important 8:22 — the evolution of the television news experience since 9/11 12:47 — Darren’s mental model of how he thinks about bias from various media sources 14:02 — Vanessa Otero’s visualization of media bias and one awesome web address :-) 17:12 — March explai...
2018-01-29
40 min
The Better Show
How to survive cold & flu season
On this episode of The Better Show we talk about strategies for staying healthy during cold and flu season. We’ll talk vaccines, hygiene, immune boosting and whether ‘man-flu’ is a real thing. Show Notes 0:51— In a selfless commitment to producing the most authentic show possible, Ian actually has a bad cold as we record this episode. :( 2:42— Why antibiotics don’t work on either the common cold or flu 4:02— The different seasonal cycles of flu season in the Northern and Southern hemispheres and theories about why the flu is seasonal at all 9:35— Does being cold actually make you more prone to ge...
2018-01-22
1h 18
The Better Show
Get an Intro to Wine from The Better Show
On this episode of The Better Show we talk about this subtle, varied and much-loved product of the vine. We'll learn how wine is made, how to pick it, and how to drink it. Show Notes 2:20 — How March accidentally started writing a wine column 7:22 — Darren's Dad got him into wine to help in his career 9:16 — What is wine made of? 13:06 — The sweetness that is Ice Wine 14:13 — What does the year or vintage of a wine mean? 20:34 — How Ian buys wine today 24:27 — Is it worth it to buy really pricey wines? 27:09 — How to pick wine to bring to a party 31:08...
2018-01-15
1h 12
The Better Show
Better Bite - Build a gratitude habit with The Five Minute Journal
We deep dive on The Five Minute Journal, a simple tool for increasing your happiness through daily gratitude and self-reflection. We'll explore the power of gratitude, our personal experiences with the journal, and tips you can try yourself to help you develop a gratitude practice and set you up for a successful day. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 3:50 — What is the Five Minute Journal and what makes it so special? 14:40 — How Darren began using the Five Minute Journal even though journaling was not something he ever really aspired to do. 18:24 — March describes how he uses the...
2018-01-08
36 min
The Better Show
New Year's Resolutions Decoded
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about New Year’s resolutions — what makes a good resolution and how to make them stick. We’ll share why resolutions can be helpful, our personal experiences and tips you can try to make resolutions work for you. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 1:51— March on the origin and history of New Year’s resolutions 2:30— March shares data on the typical success rate for keeping one’s resolutions. (Spoiler alert: it ain’t good.) 3:52— March counts down the top 5 most popular New Year’s resolutions from 2017 5:36— March shares a tip on how to incre...
2018-01-01
1h 12
The Better Show
Dreaming for insights, lucid and more
In this episode, Ian, Darren, and March explore the nature of dreams and share our own experiences with dreaming and with lucid dreams. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 3:00— March educates us on the known facts about lucid dreaming 12:12— Our experience with lucid dreaming 14:54— Darren’s lucid dream 16:30— Ian wonders whether children dream more frequently than adults 18:00— Ian suggests a new cartoon character. 18:21–16 year old Darren almost buys a telescope instead of a car 20:00— March’s terrifying recurring dream experience 26:44— A clever use for dreams that is signature Ian style 27:18— A book recommendation from Ian on lucid dreaming 30:11— Ian...
2017-12-30
1h 28
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 3 - Nutrition & Procrastination
In this episode Ian, Darren & March continue the Better Look Back series. We reflect on our personal experiments with nutrition and procrastination to tell you what worked, what failed and what new discoveries we’ve found to help you get better. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 2:05 — Live taste test and review of Fruition One Hundred Percent handcrafted, small batch dark chocolate 17:00 — Darren's results from his Bulletproof coffee shop experience 22:14 — March's results and tips for Bulletproof coffee 26:32 — March's nutrition discoveries on kimchi and sauerkraut 37:19 — Ian's new mushroom discovery for your immune system 42:27 — March's results with tools to...
2017-12-18
1h 14
The Better Show
How to strengthen your relationships
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about how to strength your relationships with others in life. We reflect on why relationships matter, our own personal experiences with them, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we’re going to try and report back on. Show Notes 1:45 — Why relationships matter 4:39 — Impacts of isolation: from prisoners to monks 7:33 — Week long silent retreats 8:47 — How humans experience loneliness at a cellular level 9:54 — Aristotle's Golden Mean and relationships 10:54 — 3 keys to defining a good friend 14:48 — Ian's story of reconnecting with his best childhood friend after 10 years 19:50 — March's story of reconnecting with his first friend since moving...
2017-12-11
1h 39
The Better Show
Better Holidays: Gifts & Relationships
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about how to have better holidays. We reflect on why holidays matter, our own personal experience with them, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on. Show Notes 1:16 — The Better Show is growing like a weed: quick update on how many countries we have listeners in worldwide. 2:44 — What is the most popular holiday in the world? 4:30 — Why do holidays matter? 6:41 — The Tail End insight about the time you spend with family 12:11 — How to have better conversations during the holidays 17:26 — Gift giving tips from Darren's wife Mar...
2017-12-04
1h 15
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 2 - Clutter & Meditation
Our second Better Look Back episode on clutter & meditation to tell you what worked, what failed and what new discoveries we’ve found to help you get better. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 1:57 — March's success with the clothes hanger trick to declutter his closet 4:48 — Darren's epic Santa shirt story 8:24 — Update on Ian's Facebook De-clutter Day event 10:22 — How Darren digitized & organized his paper clutter using Trello 15:46 — March's calendar failure and how he aims to fix it 21:24 — How Ryan Carson uses AI to manage his calendar & meetings 25:49 — Ian discovers alternate opinions on KonMari method for organization...
2017-11-27
1h 28
The Better Show
Better Bite - Productivity Planner
In this first short “Better Show Bite” episode, Ian, Darren & March deep dive on a single tool that they’ve mentioned in previous episodes of The Better Show — The Productivity Planner by Intelligence Change. We cover a lot of ground, including: Show Notes 0:45 — Our experiment with a new episode format — Better Show Bites. 2:11 — March explains what the Productivity Planner is like — physically and methodologically 4:40— Why Ian initially avoided using the Productivity Planner 7:03 — The commitments each guy made to using the Productivity Planner — including March paying for Ian’s massage 8:45 — How Productivity Planner helped Darren be way more focused than every before and accomplish meaningfu...
2017-11-26
31 min
The Better Show
Defeat procrastination and achieve your goals
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about how to deal with procrastination. We reflect on why people procrastinate, our own personal experience with it, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on. Show Notes 1:48 — Why you should actually address procrastination 3:33 — Why curious minds might be prone to accidental procrastination 7:20 — Can fear be a motivator for procrastination? 9:19 — The problem all creatives face 13:30 — How to flip procrastination on itself and take stock of productivity 17:09 — Tips to go from fruitless to fruitful procrastination 21:36 — The difference between procrastination and intentional recreation 27:23 — How to plan your way a...
2017-11-20
1h 24
The Better Show
Eating to perform at your best
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about optimizing your nutrition for performance. We reflect on why nutrition matters, our own personal experiences with food, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on. Show Notes 2:57—Why nutrition matters for optimum performance 5:13—Darren, March and Ian talk about their own relationship with food, from childhood to adulthood, and Ireland to Georgia. 10:52—The current state of nutritional science 12:51—The surprising story of why Michelle Obama made healthy eating her legacy 15:00—The one piece of advice Darren's doctor gave him that changed his eating...
2017-11-13
1h 25
The Better Show
Better Look Back Vol. 1 - Sleep & Stress
In this episode Ian, Darren & March look back on their experiments from the first two episodes on sleep and stress to tell you what worked, what failed and what new discoveries they've found to help you get better. Show Notes 1:00 —Salves, salts, and the case of the ill-fitting bathtub 10:54 —How Ian's Oura ring helped him figure out the missing factor in his fitness routine 18:44 —Darren discovers the secret ingredient to 5-star sleep 24:38—Why March substituted one sleep machine for another 28:16 —Confessions: One of the guys is a Coast2CoastAM junkie 31:07 —Binaural beats as part of a bedtime routine 36:10 ...
2017-11-06
1h 17
The Better Show
Meditation for focus & happiness
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about meditation. We reflect on how meditation can help deal with all sorts of life challenges, our own personal experiences with meditation, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on. Show Notes 1:02— What meditation is and how it begets mindfulness 2:21 —The science behind meditation and how it can positively affect your mind and body 6:13— Darren’s journey — you too might be mediating already and not know it 13:58 —Why not all attempts at meditation might stick 16:11 —Ways meditation can help make your life more balanced like it di...
2017-10-30
1h 26
The Better Show
Cut out clutter and feel happier
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about how to handle clutter. We reflect on why reducing clutter matters, our own personal experiences with clutter, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on. Show Notes 1: 21 - How clutter can negatively affect your health and productivity 8:45 - The difference between clutter and hoarding 10:00 - Ian, on dealing with "I might need it one day" syndrome 13:15 - Darren, on minimalism and finding a happy medium 15:37 - March, on tidying up vs organizing 18:51 -Easy first steps on your path to a clutter-free...
2017-10-13
1h 29
The Better Show
Turn stress into a performance tool
In this episode Ian, Darren & March talk about how to deal with stress. We reflect on why stress matters, our own personal experiences with stress, tips & tricks you can use, and experiments we're going to try and report back on. Show Notes 1:23 - Stress - the good, the bad, and the ugly 4:00 - Darren, on his chronic stress and awakening to it 6:02 - Ian, on finding balance and avoiding stress 8:10 - March shares a warning from a life lesson he learned during one crazy year The water glass analogy to understand stress 10:45 - Ian's secret to...
2017-10-13
1h 05
The Better Show
Sleep for health and focus
Why do we sleep? What impacts can it have on your body, mind, and everything else in your life? How do we get better at sleep? Show Notes 1:25 - How sleep deprivation came to affect each of the guys 6:00 - What we know (and don't know) about sleep 7:35 - This is your brain on sleep 9:19 - the (compelling/ surprising/ unexpected) link between insomnia and Alzheimer's disease 10:00 - What sleep deprivation can mean for your life 11:54 - Are you actually more focused when you're sleep deprived? 14:47 - Fuel in the tank ,money in the bank (resilience) 15: 40...
2017-10-13
1h 21
The Better Show
Welcome to The Better Show
Who are the people behind this podcast? Why did we start the show? What will we talk about? How will the show be structured? How can you participate? Show Notes Your tour guides on the road to getting better - 0:50 Who are Darren, March, and Ian anyway? How a shared passion became a podcast - 3:55 Why self-improvement is for everyone. Really. - 6:37 What you will get from every episode - 7:33 How you can join the community and contribute to the show - 8:30 Follow Instagram Facebook Twitter Subscribe iTunes RSS Weekly email...
2017-10-13
11 min