Judd Kessler on How to Become Lucky by Design | EP 677
16 October - 55 minsJohn brings on Wharton economist Judd B. Kessler to unpack why outcomes that look like luck are usually the product of hidden market designs. Kessler explains the three E’s—equity, efficiency, and ease—and why designers must make those tradeoffs explicit. He shows how to win in choose-me markets (jobs, dating, college admissions) by signaling clearly and sometimes prioritizing early commitment (e.g., early decision). In high-scarcity races (restaurant reservations, tickets), he argues for “settling for silver”—acting on a strong second choice first—to beat the crowd.
The conversation gets tactical: how to stand out when AI drafts cover letters, why human connection cuts through noise, how p...
Series Episodes
Dr. Sunita Sah on How to Stand Firm When It Matters Most | EP 679
Dr. Sunita Sah joins John R. Miles on Passion Struck to reveal how to stand firm, say no with courage, and lead with integrity in a world that pressures us to comply.
58 mins
21 October Finished
The Hidden Rules of Luck: How to Design Your Own Breaks w/John R. Miles | EP 678
John R. Miles unpacks the hidden rules of luck, showing how intuition, structure, and strategic choices can turn chance encounters into intentional opportunities.
24 mins
17 October Finished
Amy Leigh Mercree on Unlock the Power of Your Energy Field | EP 676
Amy Leigh Mercree joins John R. Miles for a live conversation about how becoming aware of your energy field can transform the way you live, lead, and connect.
1 hour
14 October Finished
The Gravity of Doubt: How to Harness Uncertainty as a Force for Meaning | EP 675
In episode 675, John Miles discusses how to turn doubt from a roadblock into a gravitational force for growth. Featuring insights from Michael Gervais, Brennan Spiegel, and Bobby Parmar.
23 mins
10 October Finished
Dr. Bobby Parmar on Why Great Leaders Embrace Radical Doubt | EP 674
Dr. Bobby Parmar joins John R. Miles to explore how embracing doubt—not avoiding it—can sharpen your decisions, strengthen leadership, and unlock growth.
54 mins
9 October Finished
