Neil Pasricha: podcast appearances and interviews

Neil Pasricha, born on September 17, 1979, is a Canadian author, entrepreneur, podcaster, and public speaker recognized for his emphasis on positivity and the appreciation of simple pleasures. He is best known for his series The Book of Awesome and his book The Happiness Equation, both of which have achieved international bestseller status. Pasricha gained prominence through his blog, 1000 Awesome Things, which inspired his books and his TEDx talk titled The 3 A's of Awesome. His TEDx presentation has been highly influential, ranking as the ninth most inspiring TEDx talk with over three million views. In total, Pasricha has sold more than one million books and has received accolades including three Webby Awards for his blog, which was also featured in PCMag's top blogs and websites in 2009 and 2010. With a reputation as an expert on positivity and leadership, he is frequently sought after by media outlets for commentary on these subjects. His contributions to public discourse on happiness and well-being have earned him recognition such as the 2018 Canada's 40 under 40 award.