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Why Nations Fail

Daron Acemoglu et al.

Why Nations Fail dives into the origins of economic inequality and explains that decision makers' poor choices, rather than culture or geography, are the main reason for unequal distribution of resources.

Mind & Philosophy

Why People Die by Suicide

Thomas Joiner

Academic psychologist Thomas Joiner identifies three key factors that contribute to the desire to take one's own life, offering valuable insights into understanding this complex and often misunderstood act.

Education

Why Study Languages?

The Open University

In this course, The Open University introduces the many benefits of learning languages, from wider career progression to new adventures and friendships.

Personal Growth
Parenting & Relationships
Health & Fitness

Why We Can't Sleep

Ada Calhoun

Why We Can't Sleep examines the reasons why midlife crises are so prevalent in Generation X women, highlighting poor market conditions, caring for children and elderly parents, and unrelenting discrimination in the workplace.

Health & Fitness
Culture & Society
Science & Environment

Why We Get Fat

Gary Taubes

In Why We Get Fat, American journalist Gary Taubes expands on his long-running theory about obesity and weight loss and debunks some pervasive misconceptions about dieting.

Culture & Society

Why We Get the Wrong Politicians

Isabel Hardman

Political journalist Isabel Hardman examines the flaws in the U.K. parliamentary system and its culture that excludes talented people from participation and turns promising candidates into bad politicians.

Health & Fitness
Science & Environment

Why We Hiccup

Unexplainable, Noam Hassenfeld

In this February 2023 episode of the Unexplainable podcast, hosts Noam Hassenfeld and Brian Resnick discuss hiccups, their causes, and cures.

Mind & Philosophy

Why We Hold on to Things

Hidden Brain, Shankar Vedantam, Bruce Hood

In this May 2021 episode of NPR's Hidden Brain podcast, host Shankar Vedantam speaks with psychologist Bruce Hood about our complex relationship with material possessions.

Personal Growth
Health & Fitness

Why We Love

Helen Fisher

Why We Love delivers a scientific explanation for love, shows you how it developed, and gives you actionable advice to deal with both the exciting, successful romance in your life, as well as its sometimes inevitable fallout.

Mind & Philosophy
Science & Environment

Why We Remember

Charan Ranganath

Neuroscientist and memory expert Charan Ranganath explains the mechanism behind the human brain's ability to remember and forget.

Health & Fitness
Personal Growth
Mind & Philosophy
Science & Environment

Why We Sleep

Matthew Walker

Sleep expert Matthew Walker shares his outlook on the meaning, role, and importance of a good night's sleep for a healthy and fulfilling life.

Biographies
Health & Fitness

Why We Swim

Bonnie Tsui

American journalist Bonnie Tsui explores the multifaceted relationship between humans and the water.

Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Business
Health & Fitness

Why We Work

Barry Schwartz

Why We Work interrogates the purpose of work in our lives by examining what traits make work feel meaningful and which questions companies should ask to maximize the motivation of their employees.

Culture & Society
Health & Fitness

Why We're Living Longer

TED Radio Hour, Steven Johnson

In this March 2022 episode of the TED Radio Hour Podcast, Rachel Faulkner hosts author and media theorist Steven Johnson in a discussion about why our lifespan has doubled and what it means for humanity.

Culture & Society

Why Women Are Poorer Than Men & What We Can Do About It

Annabelle Williams

In this book, British journalist Annabelle Williams explains why finance is a feminist issue and why we should all fight for real financial equality.

Health & Fitness
Mind & Philosophy
Lifestyle

Why Women Need More Rest

Power, Purpose & Pleasure Podcast, Sisters That Stray

Manda and Meleah, founders of the female empowerment movement Sisters That Stray, challenge the idea that rest is 'lazy' and that our worth is attached to how much we achieve.

Personal Growth
Mind & Philosophy
Career & Success

Why You Can't Stop Procrastinating

On Purpose, Jay Shetty, Mel Robbins

In this October 2021 episode of On Purpose with Jay Shetty, lawyer and motivational speaker Mel Robbins talks about simple strategies to boost self-confidence and productivity.

Mind & Philosophy

Why You Need More Rest

Feel Better, Live More, Dr Rangan Chatterjee, Claudia Hammond

In this January 2020 episode of Feel Better Live More, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee talks to British author Claudia Hammond about the benefits of rest and the best activities that help us wind down and recuperate.

Health & Fitness

Why You Should Add Foam Rolling to Your Exercise Routine

Alyssa Ciceron

Foam rollers can be an effective tool to release soft tissue tension (tight muscles), prevent injury, and improve athletic performance.

Parenting & Relationships

Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person

The School of Life, Alain de Botton

This book from The School of Life sheds light on the most common misconceptions about marriage and finding suitable life partners.

Business
Career & Success

Why You're Dumb, Sick and Broke...And How to Get Smart, Healthy and Rich!

Randy Gage

Acclaimed motivational speaker and author Randy Gage teaches you a unique set of techniques to regain control of your life and achieve your goals.

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