Ron Ivey is a researcher and advisor working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, human flourishing, and social connection. He is the founder of Noēsis Collaborative, where he works with policymakers, technologists, and researchers to ask how technology can truly support human well-being. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Ron joins Marlon to outline the current landscape. Together, they explore social AI, loneliness, and de-skilling, setting the stage for Part 2, our season finale, focused on meaningful solutions and the path forward.

Learn more about Ron Ivey and Noēsis Collaborative: noesiscollaborative.org

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In one of our earliest episodes, Chris Gethard and Gary Gulman, two hilarious and talented comedians, actors, and authors, sat down with Marlon to discuss what life has been like since the release of their own critically acclaimed HBO Original Comedy Specials, each of which dives deeply into their personal mental health journeys. We're revisiting this conversation at a moment when the world could really use some funny people being honest, thoughtful, and human about what it actually takes to keep going.

Chris Gethard- Career Suicide (2017)
Gary Gulman- The Great Depresh (2019)

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https://garygulman.com/
https://punchup.live/chrisgethard

Check out their latest books mentioned in the episode:
Chris Gethard- Dad at Peace (2024)
Gary Gulman- Misfit: Growing up Awkward in the 80's (2023)

NOTE: This episode contains conversations about suicide.
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📓 FREE online mental health training at our Wellness Education Lab. WELLNESS EDUCATION LAB™ (WEL) is practical and empowering online mental health training. Each module offers three different versions for three unique audiences: students (13+), parents/guardians, and educators/school staff. Parents/guardians modules are also available in Spanish.

⛵️ Wellness Together is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation providing mental health services for students (K-12 and University), families, and educators on campus and online. Our mission is to deliver mental health support & programming to advance mental health awareness, advocacy, and access for everyone.

Chris Duffy is a comedian, the host of TED's How to Be a Better Human podcast, and the author of the brand-new book Humor Me: How Laughing More Can Make You Present, Creative, Connected, and Happy. Chris joins Marlon for a funny, thoughtful conversation about how humor helps us build genuine human connection, especially in moments of stress, distraction, and uncertainty. Chris shares why laughter lowers our defenses, opens us up to others, and can be a powerful way back to ourselves.

Keep up with Chris Duffy: https://chrisduffycomedy.com

Check out How to Be a Better Human

Pick up Humor Me: How Laughing More Can Make You Present, Creative, Connected, and Happy

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📓 FREE online mental health training at our Wellness Education Lab. WELLNESS EDUCATION LAB™ (WEL) is practical and empowering online mental health training. Each module offers three different versions for three unique audiences: students (13+), parents/guardians, and educators/school staff. Parents/guardians modules are also available in Spanish.

⛵️ Wellness Together is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation providing mental health services for students (K-12 and University), families, and educators on campus and online. Our mission is to deliver mental health support & programming to advance mental health awareness, advocacy, and access for everyone.

NOTE: If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911. If you or someone you know needs to speak with someone immediately, call or text The Lifeline at 988.