What It's Like To Be...
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<p>Curious what it would be like to walk in someone else’s (work) shoes? Join New York Times bestselling author Dan Heath as he explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 16, 2026
An Airline Pilot
Commercial airline pilot Paul Drusch shares gripping stories of challenging landings and emergency procedures with host Dan Heath, revealing the unique demands of the cockpit.
June 9, 2026
(Bonus) From StoryCorps: "Sideliners"
Host Dan Heath interviews individuals who share their experiences as the unsung heroes supporting athletes from the sidelines.
June 2, 2026
A Clinical Ethicist
Untangling who gets to speak for a dying patient, weighing a treatment's benefits against its burdens, and searching for clarity in the grayest corners of healthcare with Esther Berkowitz, a clinical ethicist. What is the "dignity of risk"? And how do you know which "version" of a person to trust? WANT MORE EPISODE SUGGESTIONS? Grab our What It's Like To Be... "starter pack". It's a curated Spotify playlist with some essential episodes from our back catalogue. GOT A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION...
78 total episodes available with 57 transcripts
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Sophie Williams
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- What is What It's Like To Be...?
<p>Curious what it would be like to walk in someone else’s (work) shoes? Join New York Times bestselling author Dan Heath as he explores the world of work, one profession at a time, and interviews people who love what they do.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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