Everything Why with Michael Martin

About Everything Why with Michael Martin

Welcome to Everything Why, I’m your host Mike Martin. This is a podcast about the journey of an inventor and disruptor. I invent to because it gives me purpose and I disrupt because it’s important to question the status quo—not to create chaos. During this podcast series, we’ll unravel the 'whys' behind our actions—why we laugh, cry, work, do good, or sometimes stumble into darker paths. We’ll talk with fellow inventors and experts, along with people who have been a part of my life, both personal and professional. Join me as we uncover the essence behind every aspect of life, because in everything, there's a 'why' waiting to be explored. personal Substack michael343.substack.com (https://michael343.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Michael B Martin

Category

arts · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Nov 2024

Latest episode

6 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Nov 2025

   Fearless Speech, Better Conversations — Dr. Chloe Carmichael

   What happens to our mental health when we stop speaking our truth? In this powerful and timely conversation, Dr. Chloe Carmichael — clinical psychologist and USA Today bestselling author — joins host Michael Martin to explore her new book:➡ Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly. We dive into: * The mental health cost of silencing ourselves * Why cancellation anxiety is skyrocketing * How to disagree without disconnecting * Skills for conflict, politics, and tough conversations * Why listening is a superpower * Practical tools like the W.A.I.T. method and recap reflection * How breathing and body awareness can instantly improve communication This episode is for anyone who wants to express themselves with clarity, confidence, and compassion — in family conversations, at work, online, or anywhere our words matter. ⭐️ If you’ve ever wondered: Can I say that? → This one’s for you. 📚 Learn more and get Dr. Chloe’s books: freespeechtoday.com✅ Leave a review if you enjoy the episode — it helps others find the show! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michael343.substack.com (https://michael343.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

2. 

   2 Sept 2025

   Wonder & Invention: Mapping the World's Hidden Discoveries

   What if I told you that fire led to glass, glass led to lenses, and lenses opened up entire worlds through microscopes and telescopes? Join me as I sit down with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, and Jennifer Swanson, author of 50+ STEM books for kids, to explore their incredible new guide to the world's most fascinating inventions. We dive deep into how innovation really works - not isolated "eureka moments" by lone geniuses, but interconnected discoveries building on each other across centuries. From ancient caves in South Africa to glass bridges in China, from accidental discoveries to the ongoing electrical revolution, this conversation will change how you see the world around you. Whether you're a curious parent, an aspiring inventor, or someone who believes the world should be one amazing ride of discovery, this episode is packed with wonder, wisdom, and that infectious enthusiasm that makes learning feel like an adventure. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michael343.substack.com (https://michael343.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

3. 

   19 Aug 2025

   Seeing What 4 Billion People Needed: A Skincare Revolution

   What happens when two dermatologists spend 25 years treating patients and realize an entire industry has been built around the wrong skin type? Dr. Gauri and Dr. Abhijit Desai discovered that virtually every skincare product was developed with white skin at the center - while 4 billion people with brown skin had completely different needs. From their practice in Mumbai to launching BrownKind across three countries, this husband-wife team shares how their own daughter's question about Botox became the wake-up call that launched a movement. They explain why brown skin ages like a pear instead of a peach, why sunscreen leaves white casts, and how representation in beauty goes far deeper than marketing. This isn't just about skincare - it's about seeing what everyone else missed, having the courage to act on it, and building something that serves people who've been overlooked. Plus, the incredible story of their son buying their very first bottle instead of taking a free sample. Key Topics: * Why brown skin has different aging patterns and skincare needs * The science behind melanin-rich skin and sun protection * Building a global business while maintaining your mission * How empty nesters can pivot to world-changing work * The power of buying from people whose story you know Connect with Dr. Gauri and Dr. Abhijit Desai: * Website: brownkind.com * Instagram: @brownkindskin * Available on Amazon Another episode in the "Everything Why" series - questioning the systems we accept without thinking, and discovering the opportunities hiding in plain sight. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michael343.substack.com (https://michael343.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

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• Kyle Casey Chu
• Erin Entrada Kelly
• Haley Hoffman Smith

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