Staying Human with Dr. Vivek Murthy
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<p>What if, instead of looking for quick fixes or life hacks, we asked: what does it take to live a fulfilling life?</p><p><br></p><p>Like so many people, trusted physician Dr. Vivek Murthy grapples with what it means to live well. As U.S. Surgeon General, <a href="https://vivekmurthy.com/"><strong>Dr. Vivek Murthy</strong></a> started a groundbreaking public conversation around loneliness and the importance of connection. Now, he’s inviting listeners to join him as he explores what makes life meaningful, even when that means going against the grain. </p><p><br></p><p>Through warm, provocative conversations with people from all walks of life, Dr. Murthy takes on topics that profoundly affect our health and well-being, but that most people don’t really talk about, let alone with a doctor: What if we redefined success not in terms of money or status but in terms of meaning? How do we find our sense of purpose? Can we center our lives around connection and community? Can technology help us be more human instead of taking away from our humanity?</p><p><br></p><p>In a world that can feel harsh and isolating, <a href="https://vivekmurthy.substack.com/"><strong>Staying Human</strong></a> is a show about finding better, more human ways to live, together.</p><p><br></p><p>Substack <a href="https://vivekmurthy.substack.com/"><strong>vivekmurthy.substack.com/</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drvivekmurthy/"><strong>@drvivekmurthy</strong></a></p><p><br></p>
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Recent Episodes
September 15, 2026
Remembering Dr. Rachel Remen: What is the Secret to True Healing?
Dr. Vivek Murthy and Dr. Akil Palanisamy honor Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen's wisdom on healing, connection, and living with uncertainty in this interview.
September 1, 2026
Angela Duckworth: What Situations Bring Out the Best in Us?
Dr. Vivek Murthy interviews Angela Duckworth about how environments shape our best selves and redefine true success.
August 18, 2026
Robert Putnam: What Does It Mean To Be a Social Capitalist? (and how does it affect our health?)
Dr. Vivek Murthy interviews Harvard professor Robert Putnam about building community and the vital importance of social capital for health and democracy.
10 total episodes available with 6 transcripts
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Robert Putnam
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Maya Shankar
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Robert Waldinger
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Dr Atul Gawande
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Atul Gawande
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David French
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Kate Bowler
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- What is Staying Human with Dr. Vivek Murthy?
<p>What if, instead of looking for quick fixes or life hacks, we asked: what does it take to live a fulfilling life?</p><p><br></p><p>Like so many people, trusted physician Dr. Vivek Murthy grapples with what it means to live well. As U.S. Surgeon General, <a href="https://vivekmurthy.com/"><strong>Dr. Vivek Murthy</strong></a> started a groundbreaking public conversation around loneliness and the importance of connection. Now, he’s inviting listeners to join him as he explores what makes life meaningful, even when that means going against the grain. </p><p><br></p><p>Through warm, provocative conversations with people from all walks of life, Dr. Murthy takes on topics that profoundly affect our health and well-being, but that most people don’t really talk about, let alone with a doctor: What if we redefined success not in terms of money or status but in terms of meaning? How do we find our sense of purpose? Can we center our lives around connection and community? Can technology help us be more human instead of taking away from our humanity?</p><p><br></p><p>In a world that can feel harsh and isolating, <a href="https://vivekmurthy.substack.com/"><strong>Staying Human</strong></a> is a show about finding better, more human ways to live, together.</p><p><br></p><p>Substack <a href="https://vivekmurthy.substack.com/"><strong>vivekmurthy.substack.com/</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drvivekmurthy/"><strong>@drvivekmurthy</strong></a></p><p><br></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
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