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Brad Carr interviews the world's best leaders.

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Brad Carr interviews the world's best leaders. Guests include Navy SEALs, #1 New York Times bestselling authors, CEOs, and more. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, and please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. In 2018, Brad Carr teamed up with the Navy Leadership and Ethics Center to produce 12 podcasts with guests featured on the Navy Reading List and Navy Movie List. Those episodes are archived here. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this content are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency.
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The Science of Loneliness: How Reaching Out Transforms Your Life - Dr Nicholas Epley
Episode 207
Wednesday, 24 June, 2026

Dr. Nicholas Epley discusses the psychology of social connection, how to overcome social anxiety, and the surprising benefits of reaching out to others. He shares research insights and practical tips for building meaningful relationships and reducing loneliness.00:00 In This Episode00:35 Introducing Dr. Nicholas Epley01:14 Overcoming Social Anxiety: The Power of Connection07:46 Reframing Beliefs About Human Nature10:32 Navigating Social Interactions After Trauma19:05 Loneliness Is As Bad As a Headache27:57 The Power of Meaningful Connections30:20 Cultural Priorities and Social Isolation31:32 Imagining Social Connections37:09 The Importance of Social Connection46:38 Technology's Impact on Social Interactions53:49 We Are Already Good at Talking to Strangers!56:52 How to Talk to Strangers1:01:00 Advice for Approaching Strangers1:06:27 "No Technology" Socializing and Work1:08:27 The Loneliness Epidemic1:12:06 Unhappy Introverts and the Role of Choice1:16:12 Stories of Transformation: From Introversion to Connection1:20:04 find Nicholas Epley online1:20:46 Ending Conversations: Leaving a Lasting Impression1:22:31 Further Recommendation: Joe Navarro InterviewRESOURCESInterview with Joe Navarro: https://youtu.be/zwnLQhOvboEDr. Nicholas Epley's book: https://amzn.to/4oG8MTTBrad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show