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Polymathic Being Podcast

by Michael Woudenberg

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Latest episodes

Water Off a Duck’s Back

October 25, 2026 · 11 min

Today’s topic is a reminder that we have a lot more control over our lives than many actually manage to apply. We’ll look at how much of our chaos is based on the demand that we react to everything, and how avoiding that unlocks calmness…
B******t Jobs

October 18, 2026 · 19 min

Today’s topic dives into the idea of b******t jobs, the misunderstandings of why they exist, and how misaligned incentives reward them. Once we untangle the foundational economics, we’ll explore how to eliminate the b******t to achieve…
Mansplaining vs. Shelaborating

October 11, 2026 · 11 min

Today’s topic risks the accusation of mansplaining to explain the nuance behind how humanity has evolved both mansplaining and shelaborating to communicate important information for our survival. By understanding the value and the…
From Front Porch Neighbors to Backyard Strangers

October 4, 2026 · 6 min

Today’s topic explores the consequences of how our social lives transitioned from the front porch to the backyard and what that’s done to our sense of community. We’ll also look at some simple steps you can take to reconnect with those…
How to Die Like a Boss

September 27, 2026 · 14 min

Today's topic stares death in the eye in order to help identify what really matters regarding your legacy, your impact on life, and your ability to let it go for what comes after. Today, we’re going to learn how to die like a boss. Get…

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The Problem with Polymaths

September 20, 2026 · 11 min

Today’s topic directly addresses a critique of those who claim polymathy as their focus. We’ll explore how to balance the ego of titles, the hubris of credentials, and uncover the truth of polymathy and its value in solving wicked…
Chit-Chat

September 13, 2026 · 9 min

Today’s topic works through a great deal of angst surrounding small talk that too many of us dismiss as shallow or irrelevant. However, the research tells a different story of how it unlocks our superpower of social learning and rewards us…
The Bunnies and the Bears

September 6, 2026 · 9 min

Today’s topic investigates two views of the world that exist across societies. It’s a simplified view with significant consequences for understanding different perspectives. It’s critical to personal relationships as well as how we can…
How to be Right

August 30, 2026 · 11 min

Today’s topic explores an old axiom of mine and how that ties into the core philosophy of Polymathic Being. The goal is to improve our ways of thinking, open ourselves to new information, and to truly learn how to be right in our search…
Rediscovering Awe

August 23, 2026 · 7 min

Today’s topic is a quick reminder to slow down and appreciate the complexity of the world around you. It’s a great antidote to misery and doesn’t require anything special. We’ll introduce a simple technique that can help you find awe in…
Masking as Neurodivergent

August 16, 2026 · 22 min

Today’s topic attempts to unmask true anti-social behaviors from the protective cover of neurodivergence. We’ll explore the current state of the neurodivergent world, identify key patterns to pay attention to, and in doing so, I truly…
The Catastrophe of Smokey Bear

August 9, 2026 · 11 min

Today's topic ignites the conversation about human hubris and its ecological impact when we view ourselves as masters of nature, or set apart from the consequences. It looks at the recent focus on wildfires and how they’re largely of our…