The Case for Connection

The Case for Connection

The Case for Connection podcast explores the research and evidence behind why human connection is so crucial in an often lonely and isolated world. The bestselling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In and introvert and extrovert hosts, Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen, provide their expert advice and personal perspectives. This podcast is presented by LessLonely.com, the world’s premier resource for reducing loneliness and strengthening connections across teams. Learn more at https://lesslonely.com.

Episodes

April 12, 2022 20 mins

Season 1 - Episode 8 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, share the heartbreaking story of one man’s realization about the power of connection.

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Season 1 - Episode 7 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, discuss the snack jar that psychologists want you to keep your hand out of.

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Season 1 - Episode 6 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, unpack how astronauts avoid loneliness while 254 miles away from civilization.

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March 22, 2022 41 mins

Season 1 - Episode 5 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, unpack the surprising research of what happens when commuters are forced to interact with each other.

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March 15, 2022 37 mins

Season 1 - Episode 4 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, unpack the enlightening research of what exclusion does to our brain.

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March 8, 2022 39 mins

Season 1 - Episode 3 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, look at specific research but rather unpacking the history of ATMs for clues on how to regain more connection.

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March 1, 2022 34 mins

Season 1 - Episode 2 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, unpack the alarming research of the social psychology of helping others.

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February 22, 2022 26 mins

Season 1 - Episode 1 of The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, unpack the recent ground-breaking research on the source of loneliness.

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Welcome to The Case for Connection podcast where the case for more human connection is backed by research and unpacked by the best-selling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated To All In. Hear introverted host, Ryan Jenkins, and extroverted host, Steven Van Cohen, discuss a fascinating story, the genesis of the podcast, and provide an overview of what to expect from Season 1.

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