Comedian Aida Rodriguez shares her tough road in comedy. And why she’s always trying to lift up “the kids”.

Plus, a conversation with actress Jen Richards about the groundbreaking trans film Framing Agnes.

Marina Cantacuzino on lining up to eventually find forgiveness.

Gautam Mukunda explains how to predict presidential success – and how to make the right choice for the job - in his new book, Picking Presidents.

Theo Henderson and Larry Morrissey on human-centered solutions.

Priya Parker on the art of gathering.

Author Annie Duke, on the power of walking away.

Unconventional wisdom from successful novelist Taffy Brodesser-Akner.

Mónica Guzmán breaks down the tape of one family’s contentious conversation.

Mónica Guzmán on aiming for understanding—not agreement.

Tips for surviving Halloween when even the kiddie haunted house terrifies you.

Erika Nelson on the magic of the roadside attraction.

Decision coach, Nell McShane Wulfhart, on how to quit waffling and start deciding.

Interview With the Vampire actor Jacob Anderson sinks his teeth into an iconic role.

The condition directly affects more women than men—and caregivers for people with PTSD do not get enough support themselves.

How lessons from New York bathhouses reached the White House.

Sister Helen Prejean is imploring both church and state to be “pro-life” even for the guilty.

The mess at HBO is a sign of worse things to come for marginalized voices in TV and movies

Swiss Ambassador Jacques Pitteloud’s environmental diplomacy began with his own grass.

Amicus goes to municipal court to find a fairer way to deliver justice

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and Vermont State Sen. Becca Balint on staying above the fray.