Sleep and Learning with Dr. Marcos Frank
Sleep is one of the most important, yet underrated components of the learning process. We brought in Dr. Marcos Frank - neuroscientist from Washington State University - to explain his research and sh...
9 Apr 201922min
The Science of Making Better Decisions
Understanding some simple principles of behavioral economics can help us make better decisions in the short run to achieve our long term goals. This can help us take and sustain action on any learning...
2 Apr 201925min
Neuroplasticity: How to Build a Growth Mindset with Dr. Michael Merzenich
Limiting beliefs get in the way of learning. We can all work to overcome these by building a true growth mindset (the belief that we can grow our skills). The most effective way to build a growth mind...
26 Mar 201925min
The Science of Being Better When You're Nervous with Ceci Clark and Jeremy Jamieson
When the performance matters we're going to feel some pressure, nerves, and stress. Whether it's a big presentation, a test, or even a date - most people think the most effective way to prepare for th...
19 Mar 201923min
Taking Action
Action is the most important step of the learning process. It can also be one of the most difficult. In order to grow we have to take and sustain action - today we unpack two frameworks that will hel...
12 Mar 201929min
Learning Like a Startup with Shaan Puri
The tech world is constantly pushing the limits of innovation, problem solving, and product development. This week we brought in the CEO of Bebo, Shaan Puri, to explain some of these systems and how w...
5 Mar 201927min
Boosting Learning with Desirable Difficulties with Dr. Elizabeth Bjork and Dr. Robert Bjork
There's a huge gap between what the science says about how we should study, practice, and learn vs how we actually do it. We met with learning experts and UCLA Psychologists Dr. Elizabeth Bjork and Dr...
26 Feb 201926min
The Pygmalion Effect with Dr. Robert Rosenthal
Our expectations can have a huge impact on the performance and development of our people. Trev and Alex sit down with one of the most influential psychologists in the world, Robert Rosenthal, to learn...
20 Feb 201922min
