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Behavioral Grooves Podcast

Kurt Nelson, PhD and Tim Houlihan

Stories, science and secrets from the world’s brightest thought-leaders. Behavioral Grooves is the podcast that satisfies your curiosity of why we do what we do. Explanations of human behavior that will improve your relationships, your wellbeing, and your organization by helping you find your groove.

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01:13:43

Get Real About Money | Daniel Crosby

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/08/11

Dr. Daniel Crosby joins us to explore the soul of wealth — and why your bank account isn’t the best measure of a meaningful life. We dig into behavioral finance, how to align spending with your values, and the power of behavioral judo: using your psychological biases to your advantage.©2025 Behavioral Grooves Topics [0:00] Intro and speed round with Daniel Crosby [8:00] What does it mean for wealth to have a “soul”? [17:00] Consumerism, comparison, and the myth of liquid happiness [25:10] What is

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01:05:55

How to Silence Self-Doubt | Rosi Greenberg

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/08/04

When author and leadership facilitator Rosi Greenberg found herself overwhelmed by self-doubt, she did something unexpected: she gave her inner critic a name — Sam — and drew him into a whimsical, deeply personal book that blends creativity, vulnerability, and behavioral insight. In this episode, Rosi shares how visualizing and engaging with that critical voice helped her build emotional resilience and lead with more empathy. Together, we explore how naming your inner critic can reframe fear, unlock

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01:21:30

The Happiness Secret You’ve Been Missing | Shige Oishi

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/07/28

Psychologist Shige Oishi joins us to explore the three dimensions of a fulfilling life: happiness, meaning, and psychological richness. He shares insights from decades of research into subjective well-being and reveals how personality traits, life experiences, and cultural contexts shape what we consider a “good life.” From challenging the “happiness trap” to embracing life’s rich diversity, this conversation is a roadmap for deeper self-reflection and greater fulfillment. Topics [0:00] Intro and

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17:45

How Grocery Stores Trick Your Brain

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/07/24

From candy at checkout to calm music and “limit 4” signs, grocery stores are packed with subtle nudges that influence your behavior. In this month's bonus groove, we uncover the psychological tricks behind supermarket design and how to shop more intentionally.Topics [0:00] Intro: The Psychology of Supermarkets [3:54] Techniques to Make You Buy [9:47] Checkout Lane Temptations [11:34] How Music Influences What You Buy [13:44] Free Samples! [15:01] Final Takeaways and Practical Tips ©2025 Behavioral

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01:17:23

Science-Backed Tips to Make Work Worthwhile | Wes...

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/07/21

Wes Adams and Tamara Miles join the show to share their 3 C’s framework—Community, Contribution, and Challenge—for creating more meaningful workplaces. Backed by large-scale research and packed with practical leadership advice, this episode explores how small moments, like a thank-you or an empowering gesture, can spark a virtuous cycle of engagement and growth. ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Topics [0:00] Introduction and Speed Round with Wes and Tamara [7:40] The Three C’s Framework [12:44] How Leaders

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01:11:27

Why Brands That Get Personal Win Big | Ken Hughes

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/07/14

Global behavior expert Ken Hughes joins us for a fast-paced, funny, and thought-provoking conversation about creativity, brand loyalty, and what it really takes to build emotional connections in a digital world. From painting his toenails to drinking his own urine (seriously), Ken shares lessons from a year of trying something new every day—alongside sharp insights on how companies can break out of routine thinking, embrace vulnerability, and create customer experiences that truly

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01:01:14

Why Do We Struggle to Talk About Money? | Abby Davisson

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/07/07

Abby Davisson, co-author of Money and Love, joins us to discuss why life’s biggest decisions—from careers to relationships—require both emotional insight and rational thinking. She shares her 5C framework for making confident choices, reveals how love and money are more connected than we think, and offers practical tools to navigate values, identity, and financial conversations—no matter your relationship status.Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Abby Davisson [7:59] What Factors Influence

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01:14:07

The Real Reason Remote Work Works | Raj Choudhury

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/06/30

Raj Choudhury joins us to explore how “Work From Anywhere” is more than a trend—it’s a research-backed blueprint for improving productivity, well-being, and talent access. From managing time zones to building culture without offices, Raj breaks down what it takes to make remote work really work.Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Raj Choudhury [4:16] Benefits of Work From Anywhere [12:14] Challenges and Solutions to Remote Work [18:50] Real Company Examples: Zapier, Cisco, Atlassian [24:00]

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20:11

Why Do Superstitions Feel So Good?

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/06/26

Are you like Kurt, stuck wearing a pair of 'lucky socks' every time your team plays, no matter what the outcome of the game turns out to be? In this month's bonus, we explore why we hold onto superstitions, like lucky socks, even when we know they don't work. From BF Skinner's pigeons to social identity theory, we unpack the behavioral science behind our game-day rituals, however irrational, and discuss the sense of agency, control, and belonging that they create. Topics [0:00] Intro: Kurt's Lucky

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01:00:39

Your Product Design Is Biased—Here’s How to Fix It |...

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/06/23

UX leader Alexis Mook joins us to talk about breaking bias in product design, defending the role of behavioral research inside corporate structures, and making the leap from academia to tech. From wrongful convictions to third-party testing, this conversation reveals why saying “no” might be a researcher’s greatest superpower. Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Alexis Mook [7:50] Alexis’s Role and Journey at IBM [20:58] Challenges and Biases in UX Research [22:03] Impact of Research on Product

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01:12:29

The Five Words That Change Lives | Zach Mercurio

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/06/17

Zach Mercurio joins us to discuss the power of mattering—why it's a foundational human need and how it can be cultivated through small but meaningful interactions. From leadership strategies to personal stories, we explore how feeling seen, heard, and valued changes everything.Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Zach Mercurio [3:31] Why Mattering Matters [11:29] Purpose, Meaning, and Mattering: What’s the Difference? [16:21] Mattering as a Survival Instinct [26:14] “If It Wasn’t For

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01:03:43

Can You Change Your Personality? | Olga Khazan

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/06/09

What if your personality isn’t fixed? Olga Khazan shares how she deliberately set out to become more extroverted, agreeable, and emotionally stable—using improv, mindfulness, and science-backed strategies. Based on her book Me, But Better, this conversation explores how real change happens, and why connecting with others may be the key to becoming who you want to be.Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Olga Khazan [5:59] Experiment: Can I Change My Personality? [9:59] Results: What Changed,

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01:00:34

Lessons on Life From Hospice Patients | Jordan Grumet

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/06/02

Hospice doctor, podcaster, and author Jordan Grumet joins us to explore why the traditional idea of “finding your purpose” might actually be making us miserable. Drawing from his work with patients at the end of life, Jordan challenges the pressure to chase big, lofty goals—or what he calls “big P” Purpose—and instead invites us to embrace “little p” purposes: the simple, joyful activities that ground us and connect us to others. From childhood passions to quiet regrets, Jordan shares practical ways

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16:26

How to Get Unstuck: Behavioral Science Strategies

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/05/29

In this monthly bonus episode, we tap into insights from our Facebook community to explore what keeps us feeling stuck in our habits and goals. With help from behavioral science, we unpack the hidden forces behind inertia, fear, and comfort zones — and share practical strategies to break free. If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and get back in your groove, this one’s for you.Topics [0:00] Behavioral Boot Camp! [2:15] Insights from Groove Questions [6:34] Self-Confidence [10:03] Risk

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01:22:48

The Top Reason You Make Bad Decisions - And How to...

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/05/26

How do our brains choose what’s important to us? Emily Falk, neuroscientist and author of What We Value, joins us to decode what goes on behind the scenes with our decisions - everything from what to eat for breakfast to how to respond to trolls on social media - and how emotional, rational, and social information is integrated by the brain to guide our choices. ©2025 Behavioral Grooves Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Emily Falk [8:29] Understanding Value Calculations [12:58] Research

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01:07:07

Our Best Hope for Global Change | Faisal Naru

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/05/19

Faisal Naru traces the explosive growth of behavioral science in policy from 2010 to today, highlighting how Global South nations are using it to address complex problems like poverty and public health. He makes the case for embedding behavioral science teams into organizations long-term—moving from quick “silver bullet” fixes to enduring “golden nuggets” of insight.Topics [0:00] Intro and Speed Round with Faisal Naru [6:42] Behavioral Science Policy Units and Global Trends [15:23] Global

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01:08:40

6 Ways Questions Can Transform Your Life | Elizabeth...

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/05/12

What if the key to growth isn’t finding better answers, but asking better questions? In this episode, Elizabeth Weingarten shares insights from her book How to Fall in Love with Questions, exploring how embracing uncertainty can lead to greater self-awareness, resilience, and connection. Blending personal stories, behavioral science, and wisdom from poet Rilke, she introduces the idea of a “questions practice” — a mindset shift that helps us navigate life’s toughest moments with curiosity and

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01:19:18

The #1 Reason You Aren’t Happy - Yet. | Mark Fabian

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/05/05

Economist and philosopher Mark Fabian joins the show to explore how we can move beyond the pursuit of happiness toward a deeper, values-driven life. Drawing from behavioral science, philosophy, and his new book Beyond Happy, Mark challenges the idea of happiness as an end goal and introduces the concept of “generalized flow.” From escaping the hedonic treadmill to cultivating self-awareness and community, this episode is a guide to rethinking what it means to live well.©2025 Behavioral

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01:15:58

4 Powerful Ways to Make Conflict Less Stressful | Dr....

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/04/28

What if we stopped trying to win or avoid conflict—and instead built the resilience to grow through it? In this episode, neurologist Joel Salinas and conflict resolution expert Bob Bordone offer a powerful reframe on disagreement, showing how neuroscience and self-awareness can help us break old patterns and build stronger relationships.Topics [0:00] BG Special Announcement! [1:15] Intro and Speed Round with Joel and Bob [6:29] What is Conflict Resilience? [10:41] The Neuroscience Behind

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01:56:51

The Most Effective Way to Change People's Minds |...

Behavioral Grooves Podcast ·

2025/04/24

In this special republish episode science journalist David McRaney joins us to explore the surprising science behind belief, persuasion, and why minds change. We discuss tribal truth, perceptual differences (remember the dress?), and why Step Zero—examining why you want to change someone’s mind—is essential for meaningful dialogue. Topics [4:18] Welcome and speed round questions. [11:18] How minds change vs. how to change minds. [14:35] How is elaboration different from learning? [27:27] Mini

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