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Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat
Hosted by Mo Gawdat · EN
Slo Mo is a series of conversations hosted by bestselling author and former Chief Business Officer of Google X, Mo Gawdat. With stunning honesty, Mo and some of his wisest friends explore the profound questions we all face in the pursuit of purpose in our lives. Achieving happiness and fulfillment is a lifelong journey, but step one is simple: slow down, and listen.
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Is the U.S. Leading Us to Nuclear War? Jeffrey Sachs on Power, Politics, and a Dangerous Future
Oct 12, 202401:02:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Slo Mo with Mo Gawdat, we wrap up our special miniseries, "It's Not What They Told You," with a powerful conversation featuring renowned economist and Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs. Known for his deep insights into global politics, economics, and international relations, Jeffrey sheds light on the dark realities behind U.S. foreign policy, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the growing threat of nuclear war. Together, we explore how power is truly wielded on...
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How We've Been Tricked: The Death of Economic Freedom | Grace Blakeley Exposes the Truth
Oct 5, 202400:54:38Tap to summarizeGrace Blakeley is a leading economist, author, and political commentator, known for her sharp critiques of capitalism and neoliberalism. In the fourth episode in the series 'It's Not What They Told You', she joins Mo Gawdat to discuss the decline of economic freedom, how governments exploit crises, and the misleading narratives around financial systems. Grace also shares insights on neoliberalism, the legacies of Thatcher and Reagan, and what we can do to create a fairer system while emphasis...
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The Harsh Truth About Our Economic Future | John Rubino on the Dollar Crisis, Wealth Gap & More
Sep 28, 202401:19:34Tap to summarizeIn the third episode of our miniseries 'It's Not What They Told You', Mo Gawdat speaks toJohn Rubino (https://rubino.substack.com), a former Wall Street financial analyst and author or co-author of five books, including The Money Bubble: What to Do Before It Pops and The Collapse of the Dollar and How to Profit From It. In this episode, John Rubino and Mo explore the current financial landscape, from the widening wealth gap and housing market crisis to the looming dollar collapse and U.S...
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The Mainstream Media: Former Editor Reveals Truths About Journalism, Bias, And The News Industry
Sep 21, 202401:04:45Tap to summarizeIn the second episode in our miniseries 'It's Not What They Told You,' Mo is joined by former newspaper editor and communications director for the UK government, Andy Coulson.He rose to prominence as the editor of the News of the World, one of Britain's top tabloids, before transitioning into politics, where he served as Director of Communications for Prime Minister David Cameron. Coulson’s career took a sharp turn when he was involved in the UK phone hacking scandal, which led to his convict...
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Uncovering the Truth About Capitalism: Brett Christophers & Mo Gawdat Expose the Real Estate Game
Sep 16, 202401:05:31Tap to summarizeWelcome to the very first episode of the new series, "It's Not What They Told You." In this series, Mo Gawdat unpacks the hidden truths behind the systems that govern our lives. In the first episode, Mo is joined by Brett Christophers, a brilliant political economist and professor who's spent years exploring the gritty realities of capitalism, finance, and housing. In this conversation, they dig deep into why your rent keeps going up, who really benefits from housing market crashes,...
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How Tech Reliance Is Eroding Human Connection: Practical Steps to Reconnect from Dr. Michael Rich
Sep 7, 202400:57:44Tap to summarizeDr. Michael Rich is a pediatrician, researcher, and educator, widely recognized as "The Mediatrician." He is the founder and director of the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital and an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School.0:00 Intro2:20 Have we messed up our children's future?6:50 Bring back boredom10:00 What drives tech distraction in children?12:45 ADHD16:45 We have lost focus21:30 We are wasting experiences 25:15 What can we do to limit screen time...
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How To Be KINDER To Ourselves | Mo Gawdat And Sarah Ann Macklin On True Self Compassion
Sep 2, 202401:06:11Tap to summarizeSarah Ann Macklin is an inspiring force—she’s the founder of the 'Live Well Be Well' podcast, the Be Well Collective, and she’s a registered nutritionist. Not only that, she’s an international model, a TEDx speaker, and a health journalist. Sarah’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience and self-compassion. 0:00 Intro2:35 Sarah Ann's career as a model7:46 Dyslexia20:00 The Pressures of Modelling22:00 Sarah Ann's Hospitalisation26:00 Dealing with Extreme Stress30:00 The Be Well Coll...
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Homeless to Hero: How Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton Became One of the World's Most Senior Woman Fire Officers
Aug 24, 202401:00:32Tap to summarizeDr. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, one of the world's most senior female fire officers, left home at 15 and school at 16. Overcoming homelessness, she became a firefighter and earned a 1st Class Honors degree in Psychology, a Master's in International Fire Service Development, and a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience.00:00 Intro2:20 Breaking Stereotypes4:00 Sabrina's Childhood13:00 Homelessness30:00 Have We Forgotten Our Privilege?35:25 How Sabrina Became a Firefighter39:20 Dealing with Sexism49:00 Don't ...
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Can You Be Kind AND Successful? Claudia Hammond and Mo Gawdat on The Psychology of Kindness
Aug 17, 202401:09:01Tap to summarizeClaudia Hammond is an award-winning broadcaster, author, and psychologist. She hosts BBC Radio 4's All in the Mind and Health Check podcast. Known for her books like The Art of Rest and Mind Over Money, Claudia explores well-being and psychology.00:00 Intro3:00 Why psychology?13:50 Claudia's books16:50 Kindness in today's world is possible24:00 But why are some people unkind?27:00 Kindness is a skill30:00 Kindness is all around if you notice it33:25 Can kind people be successful leaders?38:45...
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Britain's Top Model Reveals How Chronic Pain Shaped Her Journey | Finding Happiness Through Struggle
Aug 10, 202401:04:46Tap to summarizeIn this moving episode of Slo Mo with Mo Gawdat, British model Jean Campbell shares her raw and honest journey with chronic pain. From starting her modelling career at just 16 to grappling with the realities of living with persistent pain, Jean opens up about how it has shaped her life and career.00:00 Intro1:45 Jean's maturity2:42 Why did Jean want to be a model?6:20 Turn fame into impact 8:10 The impact of starting modelling at 1614:40 Dealing with chronic pain16:50 Walking into a Burb...
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