PODCAST · society
People Fuss
by Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels
Carrie Prince (a COO and former matchmaker) and Doug Daniels (a 3D Data Librarian and history nerd) dissect the increasingly fragile threads of human connection—in love, work, politics, and beyond. Expect intimate conversations, special guests, unexpected insights, and the occasional fiery debate as they dig into the latest trends, tech, news, and advice with equal parts curiosity and humor. Always personal. Wryly provocative. People Fuss makes space for the messy, meaningful ways we relate to each other—and why it matters.
Episodes
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Ep. 31 - Who Has Your Online Data and How Much Should You Care?
Carrie and Doug bring on special guest Walter Harrison to discuss the fuss about your online data, in all its horrifying power. We get into how our data is the new currency... and it's more powerful, and more invasive, than we realize. Walter is the CEO of Who Came By and a seasoned veteran in ad...
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Ep. 30 - The Secret to Better Decisions Isn't What You Think with Kylee Ingram
Ever been in a meeting where everyone agrees... and somehow the decision is still spectacularly wrong? This week on People Fuss, Carrie and Doug sit down with Kylie Ingram, CEO and co-founder of Wizer, to unpack why better decisions have less to do with being the loudest person in the room and…
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Ep. 29 - Persuasion Tactics that Actually Work: How to Influence Anyone w/ Dr. JonRobert Tartaglione
Oh, what a guest! Ever wonder why some people can persuade anyone with ease, while others seem incapable of giving an opinion without blowing their top? Dr. Tartaglione shines a light on where persuasion works and how anyone can use its powers for good. Most of us believe that making a strong...
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Ep. 28 - Extreme Cycling for Democracy
Carrie and Doug bring on Teddy Bloom, the insanely fit (and patriotic) cyclist behind Ride4Rights - a cross-country community cycling adventure that brings democracy, civil rights, and bipartisan unity to the forefront of a mind-numbingly hard challenge for body, spirit, and citizenship. Teddy's...
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Ep. 27 - Reconnecting Humans to Humans with Talia Rosenblum
Doug and Carrie had the pleasure of joining Third Space Experiences founder Talia Rosenblum for a delightful dive into the world of facilitating human connection between strangers...without devices! Talia's experience lubricating the social tunnels created by Covid and the screen-heavy habits of...
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Ep. 26 - Why Local Politics Matters More Than You Think (Neighborhood Councils, NIMBYs & Goat Poop)
In our first episode back from a very long break... well, the world is now on fire (looks like our previous Iran episode didn't make it to the White House, eh?) And Los Angeles is really goin' through it! War, elections, endless headlines and drama… So where can we actually make a difference?...
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Ep. 25 - Are We Losing the Ability to Think? AI, Tribalism & the Death of Critical Thought
What if our brains are wired to jump to the wrong conclusion and the internet is making it worse? In this episode, Carrie and Doug sit down with executive coach and former psychiatrist Josh Gibson to unpack the decay of critical thinking, tribal media, AI shortcuts, and how to look where the…
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Ep. 24 - The Santa for Nerds Explains Business with RPG
Carrie and Doug bring on Paul Pape - TEDx speaker, creative problem-solver, and self-described “Santa for Nerds” - to fuss about why creatives struggle with business, why that’s not their fault, and how gamifying money, leadership, and work can change everything. Topics discussed: -Creatives…
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Ep. 23 - Medical AI, Bias, and the Cost of Being Black in Healthcare
Carrie and Doug sit down with cancer scientist, nonprofit founder, and health equity advocate Dr. Eugene Manley Jr. to talk about medical AI, bias, dignity, and trust, without the jargon and without the tech hype. Want to know how bias sneaks into medical AI (even with “good intentions”), or what...
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Ep. 22 - Ozempic, GLP-1s, and the Cost of Killing Appetite
Ozempic is everywhere. But what happens when appetite — for food, pleasure, joy, even desire — starts to disappear? In this episode of People Fuss, Carrie and Doug are joined by author and executive coach Stephanie Peirolo to unpack the cultural obsession with GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, weight…
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Ep. 21 - Iran Protests Explained – Voices From the Iranian-American Community
What’s really happening in Iran right now — and why are these protests being compared to (and surpassing) the 2009 Green Movement? In this episode of People Fuss, we speak with Zolal Habibi, an Iranian-American activist and advocate, to break down the ongoing protests in Iran in clear, human…
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Ep. 20 - Divorce? Marriage Is a Contract, Love Is Not.
In this episode of People Fuss, Carrie and Doug get honest (and funny) about divorce, marriage, domestic partnerships, and all the creative ways people build long-term love without a wedding license. From growing up in 90s Christian divorce panic to navigating student loans, taxes, health...
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Ep. 19 - Animal Death, Hypocrisy & Why David Attenborough Definitely Cries
In this episode of People Fuss, Carrie and Doug gently spiral into one of life’s weirdest questions: why do we rationalize some forms of animal deaths but not others? From rooting for cheetahs in nature documentaries to ugly-crying over dead pets, they unpack empathy, hypocrisy, hunting, vegan...
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Ep. 18 - Dating & Politics: How Much Does it Matter?
Carrie Prince (ex-matchmaker) and Doug Daniels dig into the sometimes sensitive topic of politics in dating. Does the left care more about political alignment? Should the head of the household vote for everyone? Is Andrew Tate good at getting young men laid? (Hard no, obviously.) In this episode…
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Ep. 17 - Nurses, Student Debt, and the Weaponization of “Vocational Awe”
Nurses are at the center of a quiet but far-reaching policy shift. A new federal proposal would sharply limit how much nurses can borrow for their education by removing their degrees from the “professional” loan category. While some frame this as a fix for runaway tuition, Doug and Carrie argue…
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Ep. 16 - Are Influencers the New Intellectuals? Why your TikTok Guru Might Be Full of It
Why are we suddenly treating influencers like philosophers? In this episode, Carrie and Doug get real about the rise of “public intellectuals” with ring lights, the collapse of institutional trust, and why confidence now passes for expertise. From Socrates to TikTok contrarians, we unpack how...
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Ep. 15 - Drain the Gerontocracy: Pelosi, Biden, Feinstein, Trump & The Age of Political Power
Carrie and Doug dive into the chaos, comedy, and catastrophe of American politics—this week tackling the one bipartisan issue nobody wants to talk about: our government is old. Like… really old. In this episode, we break down the “geriatric-industrial complex” running D.C. — from Pelosi’s goodbye...
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Ep. 14 - Friends with Government Benefits (Oh, SNAP!)
Why Are Americans Hungry in the Wealthiest Country on Earth?! In this episode of People Fuss, Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels dig into the wild contradictions of food, health, and wealth in America. From SNAP benefits and food insecurity to Big Ag’s corporate grip and the billion-dollar cuts to...
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Ep. 13 - Eclectic Leadership Pt 2: Non-Profits, MBAs, and Executive Coaching
In Part 2, Doug jumps into Carrie’s pandemic pivot from film production to managing the largest COVID testing site in the U.S. — Dodger Stadium. From wildfires on set to pandemic emergency response, Carrie shares what these intense moments taught her about leadership, decision-making, and...
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Ep. 12 - Eclectic Leadership Pt 1: The Arts, Late Starts, and Pivots
What can the world of dance, theatre, and film teach us about leadership, teamwork, and creative collaboration? In this first part of a two-episode deep dive, co-host Carrie Prince takes the hot seat as Douglas Daniels explores her journey from performing arts and choreography to Hollywood...
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Ep. 11 - No Kings Los Angeles: Don’t Despair, Rally Together
Carrie and Doug don revolutionary costumes and dive into the "No Kings" protest in Los Angeles where immigration, due process, the economy, Christian values, and group connection are the fussy themes of the day. What is it like to march, demonstrate and protest? How does it feel? What does it do...
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Ep. 10 - 👉 What Is a 3D Data Librarian? The Future of Libraries, Knowledge & Digital Innovation
What is a 3D Data Librarian — and why might they shape the future of how we access knowledge? In this episode of People Fuss, we explore how libraries are transforming from quiet book sanctuaries into vibrant digital innovation hubs. Our guest breaks down the fascinating world of 3D data…
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Ep. 9 - Crazy Good Viral Social Trends That Get You Offline
When can social media be used for GOOD? In this episode, Doug and Carrie look at some incredibly positive and hilarious social trends that involve people getting inspired to get OFF the screen and take action of some sort, highlighting the importance of real human connection in a screen addicted...
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Ep. 8 - From AIM to Slack: Online Etiquette 101
Hint: DON'T POKE. AND DON'T USE ALL CAPS. In this episode, Carrie and Doug use their elder millennial powers to explore internet history and etiquette online. From the ancient days of dial-up and Yahoo chat rooms to the evolution of social media platforms like Facebook, to the gamer chats on...
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Ep. 7 - MUGA: Make Unions Great Again
They gave you weekends, bathroom breaks, and the idea that your boss maybe shouldn’t work you into the grave — but unions still manage to stir controversy. Love ’em, hate ’em, or never really thought about ’em — they’ve shaped more of your daily life than you probably realize. In this episode,...
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Ep. 6 - Hulu's Swiped and Whitney Wolfe Herd's Bumble Story - Can Tech Save Dating?
Whitney Wolfe Herd recently had an "ego death" and returned as CEO to Bumble claiming she can save dating and be the "love" company. The new Hulu film Swiped chronicles her departure from Tinder and inventive twist on female-led dating... but apps are starting to lose customers. We answer the...
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Ep. 5 - Where Does Your Empathy End?
Why do certain things pull your heartstrings and others might as well be bird poop on your windshield? Carrie and Doug get into your empathy centers, what they do, where they come from, and how they operate for good on small scales and large. Effective altruism, compassion fade, mass suffering…
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Ep. 4 - Gender Camps for Adults? Alpha Males and Trad Wives Spaces
It's hard to ignore the push towards "traditional" notions of masculinity and femininity encapsulated by the "Alpha Male" and "Trad Wives" movements... therefore, Carrie and Doug must discuss the fuss about it! From the Modern Knight Project to Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA Young Women's...
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Ep. 3 - Why People Go EXTREME: From Far Left to MAGA to Veganism
On this week’s episode, Carrie and Doug explore people in the EXTREMES!!! The documentary “Dear Kelly” by Andrew Callaghan and his theory for why extreme ideology takes hold got us thinking about our own ideological transformations and sent Doug on a quest to find other examples of folks making…
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Ep. 2 - Superman, Wokeness, and Alien Sex
Doug and Carrie discuss the fuss over the latest 2025 Superman movie and especially the politically charged question - is the man fighting for truth, justice, and the American way "woke"? With contributions from super fans and experts, they dive into some comic history and then bring the issue...
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Ep. 1 - Love Language Makeover: How to Please Anyone, Even Satan
Carrie and Doug take on a classic relationship framework - The 5 Love Languages - and give it a little makeover. They discuss the fuss over how it's used, more modern interpretations, workplace application, and their own very personal story of disconnection and how the framework brings them "back...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Carrie Prince (a COO and former matchmaker) and Doug Daniels (a 3D Data Librarian and history nerd) dissect the increasingly fragile threads of human connection—in love, work, politics, and beyond. Expect intimate conversations, special guests, unexpected insights, and the occasional fiery debate as they dig into the latest trends, tech, news, and advice with equal parts curiosity and humor. Always personal. Wryly provocative. People Fuss makes space for the messy, meaningful ways we relate to each other—and why it matters.
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Carrie Prince and Doug Daniels
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Carrie Prince (a COO and former matchmaker) and Doug Daniels (a 3D Data Librarian and history nerd) dissect the increasingly fragile threads of human connection—in love, work, politics, and beyond. Expect intimate conversations, special guests, unexpected insights, and the occasional fiery debate...
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