Dr. Jo Boaler - Is Your Mind Limitless?

Dr. Jo Boaler - Is Your Mind Limitless?

Author: Smart People Industries September 24, 2019 Duration: 58:29
Dr. Jo Boaler is the Nomellini-Olivier Professor of Education at Stanford University and co-founder of www.youcubed.org. She is the author of eleven books including What's Math Got To Do With It? and Mathematical Mindsets. Dr. Boaler was also a White House presenter on equity. We discuss: Do you believe that almost anyone can be an 'Einstein'? What do you tell professionals that are trying to grow their career or start a business, about utilizing the idea of a limitless mind? What do you recommend to people that struggle with self doubt? Become a Patron! Help us grow and become a Patron today: https://www.patreon.com/smartpeoplepodcast Sponsors: BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month - https://betterhelp.com/smart. Bombas - Buy your Bombas at https://bombas.com/smart and get 20% off your first purchase. Mint Mobile - Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/smart! Donate: Donate here to support the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every other week, Chris Stemp and Jon Rojas sit down with a guest who has fundamentally shaped their field, driven not by a rigid agenda but by genuine curiosity. The Smart People Podcast from Smart People Industries is built on the idea that the most compelling insights emerge from relaxed, authentic dialogue. You’ll hear authors, innovators, and cultural leaders-each with significant recognition in areas like business, education, or society-speak in a way that often feels more like a fascinating dinner conversation than a formal interview. Chris’s thoughtful questioning, paired with Jon’s producer perspective, gently guides discussions into unexpected territories, revealing the personal journeys and nuanced ideas behind public achievements. This podcast thrives in the space between expertise and accessibility, making complex topics relatable without sacrificing depth. It’s for anyone who believes that learning is a continuous, engaging process, and that the best lessons come from listening to people who think differently. Tune in biweekly for conversations that are as intellectually substantial as they are genuinely enjoyable, reminding us that smart discourse can be both enlightening and warmly human.
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