In a world filled with so many ideas, it can seem overwhelming to try and start something new. But our guest today tells us how we can take an idea and turn it into a reality, because he’s done it many times before. Marc Randolph is best known as the co-founder and the first CEO of Netflix. Since Marc left Netflix in 2003, he's spent a majority of his time doing what he loves most: serving as a mentor to CEOs of young and growing companies. He’s also the author of the book, This Will Never...

While it's fun to test out new products and optimize our skincare routines, it can be overwhelming — not to mention expensive — trying to figure out the perfect formula for ourselves. That’s we have Lauryn Evarts Bosstick here to help guide us through the world of beauty and wellness. After all, she’s been doing it for 10 years now through her blog, The Skinny Confidential. Today, Brit sits down with Lauryn to talk about how to tackle inflammation using ice, what Lauryn’s simple skincare...

Tapping into your creative side can feel daunting at times. How can we break through the mental barriers holding us back and just start creating? Luckily, we have a creativity expert with us on the show today, Austin Kleon. Austin is a New York Times bestselling author of a trilogy of illustrated books about creativity in the digital age: Steal Like An Artist, Show Your Work!, and Keep Going. Press play to hear Brit and Austin dive into all things creativity: from how to think of creativity...

Have you ever tried to create healthier habits for yourself and struggled to stick with them? What about trying to break a bad habit? It turns out that in order to change our behaviors, we need a strong sense of motivation in addition to self-control. But how can we get more of that? This week, Brit sits down with Charles Duhigg, a successful journalist and author of the books, The Power of Habit and Smarter, Better, Faster: The Transformative Power of Real Productivity. Time to find out...

You might think you know what it takes to lead a happier life: more money, a better job, and more Netflix. But according to the happiness expert, Dr. Laurie Santos, those things may not make you as happy as you think. Dr. Santos is a cognitive scientist and professor of psychology at Yale University and head of Yale’s Silliman College. She is also the host of the popular podcast, “The Happiness Lab”. Today she’s talking with Brit about how money correlates to happiness, what role free time...

We all have an inner voice, but how do we ensure it's an optimistic one versus full of constant nagging and critique? Today, Dr. Ethan Kross — an award-winning professor at the University of Michigan, founder of the Emotion and Self Control Laboratory, and author of the national best selling book, Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It — sits down with Brit to share where all of that internal chatter comes from and what tools we have to make it more positive....

Ice cream maker and entrepreneur Jeni Britton Bauer has developed thousands of craveable flavor combinations over the last two decades building her eponymous brand, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. Listen in as Jeni shares how she went from humble beginnings living off of $638 a month (scooping ice cream at a local Ohio farmer's market) to building a $100 million dessert brand recognized across the US. Jeni also weighs in on the cup versus cone debate, the number one ice cream flavor combo that...

Listen in as the co-founders of SoulCycle take us back to the beginning and share the origin story behind their revolutionary fitness brand that changed spin class forever. Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler share how they reached their first customers (in an era before Instagram — mind you), how they created top-notch company culture that carried over into each workout, and the entrepreneurial lessons they learned as the business scaled to new markets. They also give us a sneak peek into their...

We're celebrating ONE MILLION downloads with a special episode in which Brit looks back on some of her favorite learnings that made this last year so epic and inspiring. Tune in to hear featured highlights from phenomenal women like Elaine Welteroth, Diane von Furstenberg, Bethenny Frankel, Amanda Kloots, and Melissa Bernstein. We'll be back next week with fresh interviews and exciting new guests, so stay tuned. For more, follow us @britandco on Instagram. Learn more about your ad-choices...

When we talk about aging, many people focus on the external signs of getting older like spotting gray hair or wrinkles. But what we often overlook is how that's all a result of the aging going on inside our bodies. On today's show, scientist Andrew Steele teaches us about recent advancements in biology that can help us slow down the aging process and potentially extend our generation's life expectancy. Tune in as the bestselling author of 'Ageless: The New Science of Getting Older Without...

If to-do lists rule your life, listen in to this episode with David Allen — renowned productivity consultant, author, and creator of the time management method Getting Things Done. He joins Brit to share his best hacks to be more productive, plus why he thinks daydreaming is actually good for you. David also walks us through his five-step process for decluttering our never-ending stream of tasks to help us claim back time for the things we really want to be doing. Learn more about your...

In this very special episode of Teach Me Something New, one of America’s most successful self-made entrepreneurs — Katrina Lake — joins Brit to share how she turned her idea for a fashion styling business into a billion dollar company that went public. Katrina walks us through the humble beginnings of Stitch Fix, the determined immigrant mentality she adopted from her Japanese-American heritage, and how she grew a company from a team of one to almost 10,000 employees. Tune in for her...

After an isolating year, many are finding it difficult to socialize in the ways they used to. Talking to strangers especially can feel awkward or down right intimidating when you're out of practice. But today's expert is here to help us all feel more comfortable connecting with anyone. Journalist Joe Keohane joins Brit for a conversation on the unexpected mental health benefits of talking to strangers, plus how to feel confident striking up a conversation with anyone, anywhere — from your...

Heidi Murkoff is the author of the iconic pregnancy book ‘What to Expect When You’re Expecting’ and she’s on today’s episode to talk about all things pregnancy. From what you need to know about getting pregnant, to who should be in the room with you while you’re giving birth, Heidi breaks down myths, postpartum factoids and more to support you in your journey toward motherhood. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Learn more about your ad-choices at...

Sallie Krawcheck has been called “the most powerful woman on Wall Street'' and her career thus far, only proves it. She has been the CEO of Smith Barney, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and CFO of Citigroup, along with the author of ‘Own It: The Power of Women at Work’. Now, she is the CEO and cofounder of Ellevest, a financial advisory firm for women and the first company of its kind to reach a billion dollars in assets. Sallie’s conversation with Brit touches base on Sallie’s personal...

Cal Newport is a computer science professor at Georgetown University and a seven-time New York Times best-selling author. His most recent book is 'A World Without Email: Reimagining Work in an Age of Communication Overload.' Brit and Cal's conversation is an interesting one as they talk about what digital minimalism means, how we can achieve it and what impacts the digital world is having on us in general. With many of us struggling to find that work-life balance and struggling to know when...

Jason Feifer is the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine, podcaster of the show Build For Tomorrow, and in his own words, a nonstop optimism machine. With a background in storytelling at places like Men’s Health Magazine, the Washington Post, New York Times and others, he is now using his own voice by helping entrepreneurs - but anyone, really - look at change as a moment of opportunity! In this episode, Brit and Jason talk about how to be more resilient and adaptable in a world of...

Elaine Welteroth is an award-winning journalist, the former editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue, the best-selling author of memoir, More Than Enough, and a spirited TV personality. She joins Brit Morin for an inspiring conversation on finding your why, how to know when it's time to make a career pivot, and what it means to cultivate a rich life. Elaine also sounds off on navigating burnout and why it's so crucial to schedule time for joy. Learn more about your ad-choices at...

Tonya Rapley is a millennial money expert best known for her education platform, My Fab Finance. Tonya’s mission is to help millennials break the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck so that they can become financially free and do more of what they love. She joins Brit this week to share her tips for paying down and eliminating debt altogether, how to reduce financial stress, and the surprising ways you can make a few hundred bucks on the side. Tune in to learn how you can adopt a wealth...

Elizabeth Lesser is the author of several bestselling books, including her most recent release, Cassandra Speaks: When Women are the Storytellers, the Human Story Changes. She is also the co-founder of Omega Institute, recognized internationally for its workshops and conferences in wellness, spirituality, creativity, and social change. Elizabeth joins Brit to unpack the power imbalance between men and women, how it’s been embedded in our culture for centuries, and finally, how we can reclaim...

Bill Nye The Science Guy and neuroscientist and Emmy-nominated actress Mayim Bialik join Brit for a supersized episode about the science lessons all adults should know. First up, listen in as Bill shares his thoughts on climate change (and his real estate predictions for the best place to live in the next 10 to 15 years), why the sky in blue and the science behind rainbows, what chemical reaction makes pancakes fluffier, and other hacks for everyday life. Then, catch a special bonus segment...

With 35 years of experience guiding families through the ups and downs of parenting, internationally acclaimed clinical psychologist Dr. Wendy Mogel is the ideal expert to help Brit navigate personal parenting issues she's experienced with her two young children. In this raw conversation, the two cover the difference between raising boys and girls, how to help children who have anxiety, diffusing mom guilt, and where to find compromise between parents with different discipline styles. It's a...

Our good friend and finance expert Nicole Lapin is back this week to break down the money buzzwords of 2021 like cryptocurrency, blockchain, Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Ethereum, meme stocks, stonks, and more! Fun fact, Brit hosted a cryptocurrency summit in 2018 so she has plenty of insights to share as well, including her predictions for the value of Bitcoin, how to make your first crypto investment, and her experience with NFTs and Web 3. Listen in for some smart money talk and for a fun story...

Ariel Kaye is the founder of Parachute Home, a millennial-favorite bedding and lifestyle brand. She joins Brit to talk about how to create a sleep sanctuary in your bedroom, tips for making a small space feel bigger, the best sheets for sweaty sleepers, and how to understand bedding labels and thread count. Plus, the two debate home decor trends like millennial pink and cottage-core and chat through the best color pairings for your home. Learn more at Brit.co and follow us at @britandco. ...

Is such a thing possible? We find out in this week's episode with US government and law educator, Sharon McMahon. She went viral on Instagram during the 2020 election cycle by dismantling conspiracy theories and bringing non-partisan facts about US history to the masses. She joins Brit this week to chat politics and discuss how to find facts and reliable sources online, how to tap into issues you're passionate about, QAnon theories, and how to navigate difficult conversations with people you...