A Slight Change of Plans
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A Slight Change of Plans

by Pushkin Industries

Category
Society & Culture
Frequency
Updated Weekly
Language
English
What happens when life doesn’t go according to plan? In this award-winning podcast, cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar explores how we experience change and strategies we can use to better navigate moments of upheaval. Maya’s life took a dramatic turn when an injury ended her career as a violinist and inspired her to study the science of change. Named Apple Podcasts’ Best Show of the Year, A Slight Change of Plans features deeply personal stories and scientific insights about who we are and ...

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Recent Reviews

Recommend

Sheila@theplace7/9/2026

Interesting and intelligent interviews

Thank you

Ali Schuback6/17/2026

Maya, Thank you for including that excerpt from your book, it sounds fabulous. I of course, had no idea of Matt Gutman. However enables Me to have a lot more empathy for him. We are all just human being after all. (I think you just accomplished one more sale of your book) Alison

I stopped listening!

HuriMatt4/3/2026

I found the episodes with Amanda Knox pretty disturbing. It felt like Maya positioned herself as a subject matter expert, bringing her back again and again. I have limited time, so I prefer to spend it on content that feels more valuable and insightful. Because of that, I stopped following and listening to the podcast. I hope they become more mindful about what they present, and I also hope listeners don’t just accept everything at face value but take the time to do their own research!

Love this podcast

Naomiruth2/4/2026

This is my favorite podcast. Without fail, these stories will get to me. Even when I couldn't imagine identifying with a particular guest. Maya is a most excellent interviewer, engaging and interesting and drawing out the best in people. Just an absolute delight.

Wonderful Insights

GriefRabbit12/7/2025

Zamil was a great guest and I loved your conversation. Her story teaches all of us so many lessons but her advice and insights are the icing on the cake. I always walk away from listening with tangible ideas for my own life. Thank you for doing this work, Maya, and I’ll look forward to the next episode after the break.