How to Be a Better Human

Why you need to get up and move—right now! (w/ Manoush Zomorodi)

June 8, 2026·42 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

How long have you been sitting today? If you’re still on the couch or the office chair, then this is your PSA to get up and move! In this episode, Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio Hour, joins Chris to share the detrimental effects of sitting all day. They talk about the joy of adding more positive interruptions in your life, why going off-camera helps you improve your mind-body connection, and more!Featured guestFollow Manoush Zomorodi on Instagram, LinkedIn, and at https://www.manoushz.com/Subscribe to Manoush Minutes on SubstackBuy her book Body ElectricConnect with the teamFollow Chris on Instagram and at chrisduffycomedy.comBuy Chris’ book, Humor Me Watch How to Be a Better Human videos on YouTube at TEDAudioCollectiveFollow TED on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTokFor the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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