The Optimist Project with Yara Shahidi
Host Yara Shahidi sits down with incredible changemakers to unlock their secrets to conquering life, love, career, and everything in between with unwavering confidence and hope.
We often discuss joy and happiness, but this podcast goes deeper. Optimism is where the magic happens! Join us as we find ways to cultivate the practice of optimism in our own lives.
Latest Episode
Lena Waithe Redefines Legacy, Listening, and Radical Acceptance (16.07.2025)
Previous Episodes
- Nikkolas Smith Reimagines the World Through ‘Artivism’
- Estelle on Trusting Yourself & Being a Light
- Cole Arthur Riley's Black Liturgies and the Beauty of Unanswered Questions
- Alok Vaid-Menon on Art, Identity & the Radical Power of Joy
- Ashley Cunningham on Courage, Cinnamon Rolls, and the Discipline Behind Optimism
- Mir Harris on Using Storytelling and Service in 'Realistic' Optimism
- Tara Roberts Honors History by 'Diving' into Purpose
- Anousheh Ansari on Exploring Space, Cultivating Curiosity, and Igniting Imagination
- On Break : More Optimism to Come!
- KidSuper on Taking Optimistic Risks
- Dr. Becky Yang Hsu Breaks Down How Culture Defines Happiness
- Bisa Butler's Threads of Optimism using Art, Teaching, and Legacy
- Dr. Vee Kativhu: Igniting Optimism by Chasing her Dreams & Changing Lives
- Demetrius Harmon: Embracing your Unique Journey: The Strength to Lean into Vulnerability, Discover more about yourself & Honor your Purpose
- Rapsody reminds us to 'stay in the light'
- Jaylen Brown on Finding Optimism in Meditation and Discipline
- Prentice Penny on the Optimism in Taking An "L"
- Christine Platt on Healing, Giving, and Finding Balance with Afro-minimalism
- Preparing for Life's Lemons with Courtney B. Vance
- Dr. Allycin Powell - Hicks on Preserving our Peace
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