The Examined Life

Here’s a scary fact about adulthood. We stop asking questions. We lose the playful curiosity and creativity that we had as children. And it’s a shame. Questions are gateways to our deepest desires, insecurities and dreams. Reflecting on a deep question takes us one step closer to a life well-lived. Each week, we’ll ponder and debate one of life’s thorniest questions. We’ll explore ambition, careers, money, relationships, productivity and psychology — all in the pursuit of living an Examined Life.

The Examined Life is a education podcast hosted by Khe Hy, with 105 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Khe Hy hosts The Examined Life, a education show with 105 episodes published.

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  Episode #105

  Does anybody want to be an influencer anymore? [Paul Millerd]

  Jun 12, 20251h 15mS1

  <p>What if the secret to creative freedom isn't making more money but wanting less? Paul Millerd has mastered the art of living well on very little — spending $2,000 a month in Austin, driving a used cars, and now raising his toddler in Thailand. Paul and Khe discuss making creative trade-offs, the toxicity of social media, parenting outside of traditional norms and changing your relationship with money. [Episode 105]</p><p><br></p><p>Paul Millerd is a writer.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Paul:</p><p>• Paul's Website: https://pmillerd.com/</p><p>• The Pathless Path: https://pathlesspath.com/<...

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  Episode #104

  Will AI Ruin Us? [Khe Hy]

  May 29, 202534 minS1

  <p>I asked AI to roast me. It wasn’t pretty. Then it said, “Do you want me to be meaner?” The exchange was testy and agitating. It then asked, if I want it to go “nuclear.” Is this an AI slippery slope? Who owns our memories? Is creativity at risk? And should we let our kids interact with ChatGPT? [Episode 104]</p><p><br></p><p>References from the show:</p><p>• Subscribe to Future-Proof your Career with AI newsletter: https://khemaridh.substack.com/</p><p>• ChatGPT's updated memory changes the game: https://open.substack.com/pub/khemaridh/p/im-finally-ready-to-commit-to-chatgpt</p><p>—-</p><p>...

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  Episode #103

  Are you emotionally fit? [Emily Anhalt]

  May 22, 202552 minS1

  <p>Should we be avoiding our uncomfortable emotions? Clinical psychologist, Emily Anhalt explores how we consistently avoid feelings like shame, grief, and sadness through work, substances, or disassociation. Emotional fitness isn't about eliminating these emotions but learning to become comfortable with discomfort. [Episode 103]</p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Emily Anhalt is a clinical psychologist and author.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Emily:</p><p>• Emily's Website: https://www.dremilyanhalt.com/</p><p>• Emily's Book: https://www.dremilyanhalt.com/book</p><p>• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dremilyanhalt/</p><p>• X/Twitter: https://x.com/dremilyanhalt</p><p>• Link...

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  Episode #102

  Was it worth it? (10 years of leaving Wall Street) [Khe Hy]

  May 15, 202533 minS1

  <p>I left Wall Street 10 years ago. Was it the right decision? What would I have done differently? 10 years is a long time — and comes with a lot of data points to assess the decision. [Episode 102]</p><p><br></p><p>References from the show:</p><p>• Walking away from a $2 million salary on Wall Street (with no plan): https://youtu.be/sy4FGaYK_l0</p><p>• I Left a $2 Million Job. Here's What I Wish People Had Told Me: https://youtu.be/Ypwp4RICGoc?feature=shared</p><p>• Are you a Post-Achievement Professional?: https://www.khehy.com/post-achievement-professional</p><p>—-</p>...

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  Episode #101

  How do you become a millionaire? [Sam Dogen]

  May 8, 202558 minS1

  <p>Can you achieve the American Dream by saving half your paycheck? Sam Dogen, founder of Financial Samurai, left Wall Street at 34 with a seven-figure nest egg after a demanding investment banking career. He saved “until it hurts” but would he do it differently? We discuss real estate, generational wealth, and financial freedom. [Episode 101]</p><p>Sam Dogen is the founder of Financial Samurai, one of the most visited sites on Financial Independence and Early Retirement.</p><p>Learn more about Sam:</p><p>• Financial Samurai: https://www.financialsamurai.com/who-is-sam-dogen-founder-of-financial-samurai/</p><p>• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-dogen-aa2152178/</p><p>• X...

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