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Episode 395: Baratunde Thurston - How Baratunde Thurston Stays Calm in a World on Fire
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December 16, 2025
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1:00Now PlayingBaratunde Thurston explains how he stays grounded while working at the center of democracy crises, climate chaos, and tech disruption, describing his work as handling “hazardous materials” every day. He shares the personal practices that keep him steady, including twice-daily meditation, intentional gratitude, and the anchoring power of a loving marriage and close friendships that remind him he is not alone. Together, these habits help him engage with breaking news and existential threats without losing his balance or his humanity. #mentalhealth
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