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The Spacemakers

by SPACEMAKERS - Daniel Sih + Matt Bain

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The Miracle of Both-And Thinking (S5 E2)

October 18, 2026 · 35 min

Feeling pulled in opposite directions? You might not need to choose a side. Sometimes, our best ideas emerge when we hold two opposing ideas together long enough to discover something new. That’s the miracle of both-and thinking…
The Productivity Paradox (S5 E1)

October 4, 2026 · 29 min

Work or life? Keeping pace or making space? What if choosing one is part of the problem? Modern life feels increasingly complex. We want to build meaningful careers and care for our families. Stay relevant and protect our wellbeing. Plan…
The Spacemakers - Season 5 Trailer

September 27, 2026 · 2 min

Modern life keeps asking us to choose: work or life, career or wellbeing, keeping pace or making space. But what if the answer isn’t either/or, but both-and? Season 5 of The Spacemakers explores how both-and thinking can help us navigate…
Beyond Belief: Bonus Interview with Nir Eyal

September 6, 2026 · 53 min

What if the beliefs holding you back aren’t actually true? In this bonus episode of The Spacemakers, Daniel Sih is joined by New York Times bestselling author Nir Eyal to explore ideas from his new book, Beyond Belief. They unpack why…
Let Them: From Seeking Approval to Being Enough (S4 E10)

June 21, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

People matter. Our lives are shaped by the relationships around us. But for many of us, the quiet work of seeking approval is also the root of our exhaustion. We tie our worth to what others think, replay conversations, and never quite…

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How to Change Your Relationship With Money: 7 Simple Practices (S4 E9)

June 7, 2026 · 49 min

Being rich isn’t the same as being wealthy. One increases your bank balance; the other expands your freedom, joy, and contentment. In this second part of a two-part episode, Daniel Sih and Matt Bain turn from theory to practice, unpacking…
The Money Dilemma: How to Truly Have Enough (S4 E8)

May 24, 2026 · 48 min

We’re told that a better life is found when we earn “just a bit more.” Yet the dilemma of money is that the more we have, the more we tend to want. When we pin our future happiness on financial independence, we drift into a cycle of…
Stop Chasing Goals: Growth Happens in the Kairos Moments (S4 E7)

May 10, 2026 · 55 min

Goals can make us miserable. They promise happiness and fulfillment in the future, yet leave us restless, always chasing what’s next. In this episode, Daniel Sih and Matt Bain explore how to move toward a better future while staying…
Wise AI (New Book): Bonus Interview with Paul Matthews

April 26, 2026 · 40 min

AI promises to save us time. So why are we busier than ever? In this bonus episode of The Spacemakers, Daniel Sih and Paul Matthews introduce key concepts from their new book, Wise AI: Using Powerful Technology in a Deeply Human Way. They…
The Legacy Trap: Why You Don’t Need To Make A Dent In The Universe (S4 E6)

April 12, 2026 · 52 min

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to make an impact — but too often, our desire to leave a legacy can leave us exhausted and dissatisfied, chasing the wrong things, and neglecting those we truly love. In this episode of The Spacemakers…
The Freedom in Letting Go: A Modern Take on Attachment (S4 E5)

March 29, 2026 · 56 min

We all cling to something — success, approval, comfort, control. But the more we hold on, the more we suffer. In a world that tells us to want more, how do we loosen our grip and find rest in enough? In this episode, Daniel Sih and Matt…
Why Trying to Be Better Is Bound To Fail (I Do What I Don't Want To Do) (S4 E4)

March 15, 2026 · 1 hr 0 min

How much is enough? And when have I done enough? It’s a question saints and mystics have wrestled with for millennia. As humans, we often set high standards for ourselves and fail to attain and maintain them. Perhaps even more unnervingly…

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About the show

The Spacemakers is all about making space to slow down, reclaim your time, and focus on what truly matters. Hosted by award-winning author Daniel Sih, along with fellow productivity expert Matt Bain, this podcast explores practical ways to build habits for an intentional and meaningful life. More than a podcast, this pod-course invites listeners on a journey to unlock a better life, one season at a time—from retraining our fractured attention to resetting in mid-life, and more. Find Spacemakers on your favourite podcast app, watch on the Spacemakers YouTube Channel, and join our growing community of Spacemakers—hit subscribe so you never miss an episode.