We've been named the "Anti-Social Century," but are we truly opting out of in-person connection or have we been conditioned to retreat into isolation with our phones as companions? We're diving into how our culture may be the culprit, how we're unconsciously rewriting our sense of loneliness, and two questions that could radically reshape how you connect. Articles and videos mentioned in this episode:Becoming The Social Century, Something More HumanThe great friendship collapse: Inside The Anti-Social Century, Big ThinkThe Anti-Social Century, The AtlanticSupport the show by becoming a member of the Something More Society and gain access to exclusive episodes and more intimate ways of connecting.Stay Connected with Sam & ElliotLeave us a voicemail here! Grab your "A Little More Humani-tea" & shop our other merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok
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$50 Amazon Gift Card VS 50 Minutes of Therapy
What did the ten friends we ask choose? Does spending money on others make you happier? Is $50 enough to get you out of a rut? What does budgeting reveal about our values? And what would happen if the government gave everyone $50 to spend on someone else every month? (Seriously, we did the math.)Sam & Elliot answer all of it and more.Support the show by becoming a member of the Something More Society and gain access to exclusive episodes and more intimate ways of connecting.Stay Connected with Sam & ElliotLeave us a voicemail here! Grab your "A Little More Humani-tea" & shop our other merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok
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PowerPoint Parties Will Save the World
It's creative. It's weird. It's way more meaningful than you'd expect. And it might just change how you gather.Born out of a tight budget and a desire to go deeper with the people in our life, we're uncovering how structure actually empowers people to open up, why public speaking isn’t just for big stages, and how to host your own with themes, time limits, and creative twists.Whether you're looking for affordable hangout ideas, tips on meaningful connection, or creative ways to deepen your friendships, this episode is your invitation to grab some friends and host your own PowerPoint party. Leave us a voicemail here and tell us how it went!Support the show by becoming a member of the Something More Society and gain access to exclusive episodes and more intimate ways of connecting.Stay Connected with Sam & ElliotGrab your "A Little More Humani-tea" & shop our other merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok
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How I Stretched Time and How You Can Too
If a year can feel like just a moment, what does that say about 270 days, or our lives for that matter? By the time Elliot is 60 he calculates he'll only have had 270 days with the people he loves the very most. How can he make those 270 days feel like a lifetime? Elliot thinks he has the answer. Support the show by becoming a member of the Something More Society and gain access to exclusive episodes and more intimate ways of connecting.Stay Connected with Sam & ElliotLeave us a voicemail here! Grab your "A Little More Humani-tea" & shop our other merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok
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The Most Underrated Emotion In History
Sam wakes up in a dream—and inside that dream, a quiet, powerful desire surfaces. What unfolds is a search for something deeper than happiness. Together, Sam and Elliot explore our relationship to fulfillment, the difference between chasing and building, and what it really takes to feel at home in your own life. From fuzzy dream guides to mind movies and mac n cheese, this episode asks: What’s the one feeling you might be overlooking… and why does it matter so much?Support the show by becoming a member of the Something More Society and gain access to exclusive episodes and more intimate ways of connecting.Stay Connected with Sam & ElliotLeave us a voicemail here! Grab your "A Little More Humani-tea" & shop our other merch!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok
Something More Human is the show where Sam & Elliot don’t just talk about a better world—we build it. Each week, we challenge ourselves (and you) to reimagine society through deep and meaningful connection and create real change. Whether you’re not sure how to make friends as an adult, looking to level up your social health, or have a vision for a better future— this show is for you. Join us in creating something more human.Stay in touch with us on Instagram @somethingmorehuman and TikTok @somethingmorehuman.Take your connection and personal development to the next level with The Something More Society! Join our community today and get access to exclusive content, community chat channels, and more.
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