People Fuss

About People Fuss

Carrie Prince (a COO and former matchmaker) and Doug Daniels (a 3D Data Librarian and history nerd) dissect the increasingly fragile threads of human connection—in love, work, politics, and beyond. Expect intimate conversations, special guests, unexpected insights, and the occasional fiery debate as they dig into the latest trends, tech, news, and advice with equal parts curiosity and humor. Always personal. Wryly provocative. People Fuss makes space for the messy, meaningful ways we relate to each other—and why it matters.

Publisher

Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels

Category

comedy · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

7 Aug 2025

Latest episode

28 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 31 episodes have a transcript.

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   28 Jul 2026

   Ep. 31 - Who Has Your Online Data and How Much Should You Care?

   Carrie and Doug bring on special guest Walter Harrison to discuss the fuss about your online data, in all its horrifying power. We get into how our data is the new currency... and it's more powerful, and more invasive, than we realize. Walter is the CEO of Who Came By and a seasoned veteran in ad tech, location data, and AI. As such, he's the perfect guy to pull back the curtain on how companies turn your every move into profit (yikes!). We break down the messy truth about trusted platforms like TikTok, TikTok's sneaky content recognition, and how dating apps are now harnessing AI to predict your perfect match, or what you’ll click on next. You'll learn why the so-called “privacy revolution” is really a strategic game for tech companies, and why sovereignty over your personal data is slipping away faster than you think. Expect surprising insights into the bias embedded in location data, the ethical dilemmas in data collection, and what all of this means for democracy, mental health, and your everyday freedom.

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   13 Jul 2026

   Ep. 30 - The Secret to Better Decisions Isn't What You Think with Kylee Ingram

   Ever been in a meeting where everyone agrees... and somehow the decision is still spectacularly wrong? This week on People Fuss, Carrie and Doug sit down with Kylie Ingram, CEO and co-founder of Wizer, to unpack why better decisions have less to do with being the loudest person in the room and more to do with having the right people in it. From boardrooms to juries to your next relationship argument, Kylie explains why cognitive diversity isn't just good for DEI, it's good for getting things right. You'll meet the seven decision archetypes, learn why diverse teams make fewer mistakes (without asking AI to do all the work), and discover how hidden talent is overlooked when everyone thinks the same way. Along the way, we get into NASA, jury deliberations, echo chambers, and why disagreement might actually be your team's secret weapon. Whether you're leading a company, running a nonprofit, raising a family, or just trying to decide where to eat with friends, this episode will make you rethink how decisions get made and who's missing from the conversation. Curious about your own decision style? Visit wizer.business (http://wizer.business) to take Wizer's free Decision Profile and see what kind of thinker you bring to the table.

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   6 Jul 2026

   Ep. 29 - Persuasion Tactics that Actually Work: How to Influence Anyone w/ Dr. JonRobert Tartaglione

   Oh, what a guest! Ever wonder why some people can persuade anyone with ease, while others seem incapable of giving an opinion without blowing their top? Dr. Tartaglione shines a light on where persuasion works and how anyone can use its powers for good. Most of us believe that making a strong argument with beautifully constructed facts is enough to change minds. But expert Dr. Tartaglione blows that myth wide open. He explains that persuasion isn’t a battle of facts or logic, but a delicate art of approach. It's about building trust, creating safety, and understanding human nature as a private property you need to invite into. You'll discover why a calm, respectful demeanor can be far more persuasive than shouting or arguing and how even the toughest conspiracy theorists can be reached when the social “cost” of changing is lowered through AI and empathy. In this episode, we break down: • The psychology behind why humans resist persuasion reactance, naive realism, and social identity. • How social media and algorithms amplify divisiveness and what that means for influence today. • The power of framing messages and shifting perspectives with metaphors and subtle cues instead of just facts. • The real qualities of highly persuasive people which includes approach, humility, emotional intelligence, and patience. • Practical strategies to foster trust and influence in everyday life, politics, and online spaces. Whether you’re trying to bridge political divides, persuade a colleague, or just improve your personal relationships, mastering these principles could transform how you connect with others.This episode is perfect for leaders, negotiators, activists, and anyone frustrated by social division, because the future of influence isn’t about shouting louder, but about creating genuine spaces for change. Tune in and discover how a more persuasive, compassionate world begins with individual conversations. Dr. JonRobert Tartaglione is a psychologist, behavioral scientist, and founder of Influence 51. His insights, based on work with global brands and his PhD from Cambridge, unravel the real science behind changing minds.

Inside a recent episode

Ep. 21 - Iran Protests Explained – Voices From the Iranian-American Community

Published 24 Jan 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] They don't belong to anyone. No one can Give themselves that permission to tell them what to do or what not to do or how to dress or how not to dress That is not you can't step into that Area that's You have no right or no jurisdiction in this area But the reality is that the Iranian resistance realized that you know women have been suppressed systematically Under these dictatorships and so they saw the potential that women have in you know countering that And so since 1985 the Iranian resistance has had women In leadership positions and the highest leadership positions actually as co -leader of the movement But also since 1993 This organization has been led by a leadership council that is fully created by strong women who have Visilians and that they have been able to lead this fight and they have shown how capable They are in every aspect that do you feel that access to education is a big part of that for women Education has always been like a cornerstone. […]

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