EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 2H 7M
The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture | Carl Honore & Shekhar Natarajan
from Tomorrow, Today · host Shekhar Natarajan, carl honore
What happens when the world celebrates speed but your mind and body can no longer keep up? In this episode, Shekhar Natarajan welcomes internationally bestselling author Carl Honore, whose groundbreaking work on the Slow Movement has inspired millions across the globe to rethink their relationship with time, work, and success. From personal stories of burnout to the rise of hustle culture, social media addiction, workplace pressure, parenting, creativity, and leadership, this conversation explores why "faster" isn't always "better." Rather than promoting a slower life for the sake of it, Carl introduces a more powerful philosophy: choosing the right pace for the right moment. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why modern society has become addicted to speed • The hidden cost of hustle culture and constant busyness • Carl Honoré's personal turning point that inspired the Slow Movement • How technology influences our attention and relationships • Why boredom fuels creativity and innovation • The impact of speed on parenting and childhood • Fast vs. Slow: finding the right balance in work and life • How leaders can build healthier, more productive teams • Why slowing down can actually improve performance • The future of work, wellbeing, and human connection This episode is packed with practical insights and timeless perspectives for anyone seeking a more intentional, meaningful, and fulfilling life. 🎙 Host: Shekhar Natarajan 🎧 Guest: Carl Honore If this conversation resonates with you, follow Tomorrow Today for more conversations with world-renowned thinkers, innovators, and leaders shaping the future of humanity. Subscribe to Tomorrow Today Show by SKN for more transformative global conversations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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What if the biggest challenge of our generation isn't a lack of time but our obsession with speed? In this thought-provoking episode of Tomorrow Today, host Shekhar Natarajan sits down with internationally acclaimed journalist, bestselling author, and pioneer of the global Slow Movement, Carl Honore, to explore why modern life has become a relentless race and why slowing down may be one of the most powerful decisions we can make. Together, they unpack the psychology behind hustle culture, burnout, digital distraction, parenting, leadership, technology, creativity, and the growing pressure to always stay busy. Carl shares the deeply personal experience that transformed his life, the philosophy behind the Slow Movement, and why true productivity isn't about doing more it's about doing what matters, at the right pace. This conversation isn't an argument against ambition. It's an invitation to rethink how we define success, balance, and a life well lived. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, professional, student, parent, or simply someone feeling overwhelmed by the pace of modern life, this episode offers timeless wisdom that will change how you think about time itself.
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