Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat
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.
Episodes
315 episodes since 2020
Uncovering the Truth About Capitalism: Brett Christophers & Mo Gawdat Expose the Real Estate Game
Welcome 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 Chri...
September 16, 2024
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Episode 315
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1:05:31
How Tech Reliance Is Eroding Human Connection: Practical Steps to Reconnect from Dr. Michael Rich
Dr. 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 ...
September 07, 2024
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Episode 314
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57:44
How To Be KINDER To Ourselves | Mo Gawdat And Sarah Ann Macklin On True Self Compassion
Sarah 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. Sar...
September 02, 2024
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Episode 313
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1:06:11
Homeless to Hero: How Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton Became One of the World's Most Senior Woman Fire Officers
Dr. 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 F...
August 24, 2024
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Episode 312
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1:00:32
Can You Be Kind AND Successful? Claudia Hammond and Mo Gawdat on The Psychology of Kindness
Claudia 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 psycholog...
August 17, 2024
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Episode 311
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1:09:01
Britain's Top Model Reveals How Chronic Pain Shaped Her Journey | Finding Happiness Through Struggle
In 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...
August 10, 2024
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Episode 310
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1:04:46
Overcoming Parenting Guilt and Relationship Challenges | Mo Gawdat and Zoe Blaskey on Parenthood
Zoe Blaskey is the founder of Motherkind, a platform dedicated to supporting and empowering mothers through the ups and downs of parenthood. With a background in coaching and a passion for mental well-being, Zoe creates content that offers prac...
August 03, 2024
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Episode 309
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1:02:34
Unlocking Gut Health: Expert Tips on Diet, Gut-Brain Connection, and Debunking Food Myths!
Join Mo Gawdat in an insightful conversation with Dr. Megan Rossi, also known as The Gut Health Doctor. Dr. Rossi is a renowned dietitian, nutritionist, and researcher specializing in gut health.00:00 Intro03:09 What is gut health?<...
July 27, 2024
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Episode 308
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58:13
How To Live Life To The Full | Kevin Kelly And Mo Gawdat On Optimism, Happiness And The Future
Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Kevin Kelly, a renowned futurist, author, and co-founder of Wired magazine. In this episode, Kevin Kelly shares his insights on living life to the fullest, embracing optimism, and finding h...
July 20, 2024
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Episode 307
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44:10
The Attachment Theory Expert: How Our Childhoods Are Affecting Relationships and Love
Dr. Natalie Cawley is a dedicated Psychotherapist and Counselling Psychologist with a specialisation in attachment theory. Her expertise in this aspect of psychological and emotional functioning informs all of her work, guiding her approach to ...
July 13, 2024
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Episode 306
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44:49
'The Average Drinker Suffers The MOST!' Andy Ramage On How Alcohol Steals Our Time & Productivity
Andy Ramage is a wellness coach, entrepreneur, and author known for his work in promoting alcohol-free living. He co-founded the One Year No Beer movement, which encourages people to take a break from alcohol to improve their health and well-be...
July 06, 2024
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Episode 305
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1:13:38
AI Ethics Expert: The AI Myths You SHOULDN'T Believe
Dr. Rumman Chowdhury is a leader in applied algorithmic ethics, creating ethical AI solutions. She heads Parity Consulting and the Parity Responsible Innovation Fund and is a Responsible AI Fellow at Harvard. Previously, she led the META ...
June 28, 2024
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Episode 304
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52:19
'I'm Ready To Forgive My Mum' Davina McCall On Chaotic Childhood, Addiction & Finding Love Again
Davina McCall is a renowned British TV presenter, best known for hosting Big Brother. With a career spanning over two decades, she's also an advocate for fitness and health. Despite facing personal challenges, including a tumultuous childhood a...
June 22, 2024
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Episode 303
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1:36:20
"We Are Afraid of Our Own Light" Bryony Gordon on Joining the Daily Mail, Criticism & Mental Health
Bryony Gordon, journalist, author, and mental health advocate, recently faced criticism for joining the Daily Mail as a columnist. Despite the backlash, she vows to use her platform to raise awareness about mental health issues.0:...
June 15, 2024
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Episode 302
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1:17:04
SLO MO REWIND: Yanis Varoufakis On Imagining A Fairer and More Equal Society
Please enjoy this rewind episode with Yanis Varoufakis, globally recognized economist, and former Greek finance minister, famously known as the “rockstar politician who challenged the EU.”As voters across various countries prepare to make c...
June 08, 2024
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Episode 301
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1:16:58
Surviving Human Trafficking & Torture: Lurata Lyon's Journey to Positivity | Slo Mo with Mo Gawdat
Lurata Lyon was just a young girl when war broke out in the former Yugoslavia. What lay ahead was a nightmare. She endured captivity, torture, and abuse. A girl sold for sex to the highest bidder. Lurata was not only taken once, but twice. List...
June 01, 2024
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Episode 300
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1:24:46
TJ Power: How Social Media Is Destroying Our Brains And How To Become Happier Humans
TJ Power is the remarkable neuroscientist and author, reaching a whole new demographic of young people through his informative social media posts. 00:00 Intro 02:08 Why has TJ become a social media success?3:34 Combini...
May 25, 2024
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Episode 299
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1:20:05
Unstressable with Corey Keyes - The Path to Flourishing
Thanks to all of you who pre-ordered it, the book has already done incredibly well. If you haven't already, you can still help the book reach 1 million people by ordering a copy (https://amzn.eu/d/ipz9O...
May 18, 2024
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Episode 298
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1:20:31
Unstressable with Helen Marie - Unraveling Ourselves
In our ongoing Unstressable series, today I’m joined by the remarkable Helen Marie, a therapist who has dedicated her life to helping individuals navigate through their trauma toward a path of healing. ...
May 11, 2024
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Episode 297
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1:05:34
Unstressable with Michael Carlisle, Elizabeth Beier, and Alice Law - Behind the Pages
Today we have a special treat on Slo Mo, diving into the fascinating world of books with Michael Carlisle and Elizabeth Beier, two people responsible for
May 04, 2024
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Episode 296
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1:27:32
Unstressable with Stuart Sandeman - Breathing Better
In today’s episode, I'm thrilled to share an enlightening conversation with a truly inspiring person and a wonderful teacher, Stuart Sandeman. Many of you might know Stuart as the mastermind behind "Breathpod...
April 27, 2024
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Episode 295
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1:01:21
Unstressable with Bassem Youssef - Humanity, Palestine And The Price Of Speaking Out
In today’s episode of Slo Mo, I sit down with the inimitable Bassem Youssef, a man whose wit and wisdom have challenged and changed the contours of political satire in the Middle East. In a departure from our usual tone, this conversation takes...
April 20, 2024
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Episode 294
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1:04:31
Unstressable with Jodi Wellman - Living Fully
We're well into our Unstressable series on Slo Mo where today I have the profound pleasure of sitting down with Jodi Wellman, a luminary in the realm of living fully. You can help our mission by preordering "
April 13, 2024
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Episode 293
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1:17:40
Unstressable with Gabor Mate - Overcoming Stress, Pain, and Suffering
Joining us on Slo Mo today is Dr. Gabor Maté, a revered figure in the fields of addiction, stress, and childhood development and someone I personally deeply respect and admire. We engage in a conversation that feels as intimate as one between l...
April 06, 2024
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Episode 292
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1:11:54