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’ 09.07.2025
- Estelle on Trusting Yourself & Being a Light 02.07.2025
- Cole Arthur Riley's Black Liturgies and the Beauty of Unanswered Questions 25.06.2025
- Alok Vaid-Menon on Art, Identity & the Radical Power of Joy 18.06.2025
- Ashley Cunningham on Courage, Cinnamon Rolls, and the Discipline Behind Optimism 11.06.2025
- Mir Harris on Using Storytelling and Service in 'Realistic' Optimism 04.06.2025
- Tara Roberts Honors History by 'Diving' into Purpose 28.05.2025
- Anousheh Ansari on Exploring Space, Cultivating Curiosity, and Igniting Imagination 21.05.2025
- On Break : More Optimism to Come! 19.03.2025
- KidSuper on Taking Optimistic Risks 12.03.2025
- Dr. Becky Yang Hsu Breaks Down How Culture Defines Happiness 05.03.2025
- Bisa Butler's Threads of Optimism using Art, Teaching, and Legacy 26.02.2025
- Dr. Vee Kativhu: Igniting Optimism by Chasing her Dreams & Changing Lives 19.02.2025
- Demetrius Harmon: Embracing your Unique Journey: The Strength to Lean into Vulnerability, Discover more about yourself & Honor your Purpose 12.02.2025
- Rapsody reminds us to 'stay in the light' 05.02.2025
- Jaylen Brown on Finding Optimism in Meditation and Discipline 29.01.2025
- Prentice Penny on the Optimism in Taking An "L" 22.01.2025
- Christine Platt on Healing, Giving, and Finding Balance with Afro-minimalism 15.01.2025
- Preparing for Life's Lemons with Courtney B. Vance 08.01.2025
- Dr. Allycin Powell - Hicks on Preserving our Peace 01.01.2025
