The Gallup Podcast

How do we measure happiness? And what can this measure tell world leaders about the citizens they serve? Gallup Managing Partner Jon Clifton drops by to talk about Gallup’s tracking of happiness around the world. He covers which countries are at the top and bottom of the list and how these measures can foreshadow major world events, such as Brexit.

Gallup’s Chief Scientist for Workplace Jim Harter, reveals Americans’ assessments of President Donald Trump’s strongest and weakest leadership traits. He then shares how Trump’s perceived leadership qualities stack up against those of America’s CEOs.

Gallup Senior Economist Jonathan Rothwell debunks common misconceptions about manufacturing jobs in the U.S., and shares results from his new study about manufacturing job loss. He also reveals what factors companies should consider when opening new locations.

Gallup Poll Senior Editor Jeff Jones shares the history of Gallup’s presidential job approval measure, noting the records Trump has set on this metric so far. He also reviews what Trump’s approval rating means for his possible re-election chances and for the GOP in the 2018 midterms.

Gallup Senior Poll Editor Lydia Saad discusses Gallup’s latest data on how Americans would like to see the conflict with North Korea resolved. She also delves into Americans’ views on how well President Donald Trump is handling the situation.

What do Iceland and New Zealand have in common? These are the two countries whose citizens are most accepting of migrants. Gallup expert Neli Esipova reveals more from worldwide Gallup surveys showing where the welcome mat is out, and where citizens are the most hostile toward migrants

Gallup Editor-in-Chief Frank Newport reveals why President Donald Trump’s attacks on “fake news” may resonate with Americans. Also, Gallup’s Managing Partner Larry Emond joins us to discuss the difference between satisfied workers and engaged workers -- and why whether someone is a good manager or not is often determined at birth.

When prompted, Americans increasingly say they worry about race relations in the country, although few name it as the nation’s most important problem. Many are optimistic a solution will be found. This week's episode delves into the issue.

Gallup experts reveal the countries where residents feel most and least safe, as well as key factors linked to perceptions of safety. John McCain’s latest favorable rating in the wake of his pivotal vote on the healthcare bill is our “big number of the week.”

Do kids have enough time for free play? Are they spending too much time looking at screens? Gallup experts discuss a new study. Also, find out which U.S. states give Trump his highest and lowest approval ratings, in this week’s “Big Number of the Week” segment. To learn more, view the “Time to Play” report on Gallup.com.

This week’s episode reveals how organizations can keep up with all of the changes in today’s workplace -- from coaching employees instead of managing them to engaging remote workers. To learn more about these topics, read Gallup’s Re-Engineering Performance Management research paper and State of the American Workplace report.

Gallup experts dig into the data to assess whether Obamacare has met two of its primary goals: reducing the uninsured rate and making Americans healthier.

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga

A weekly podcast with Dr. Frank Newport, Gallup Editor-in-Chief that ensures the collective wisdom of the people is used in appropriate ways to help leaders and elected representatives make better decisions.Gallup Report: http://www.gallup.com/reports/199961/state-american-workplace-report-2017.aspx Gallup Analytics is an online platform that provides subscribers with access to nearly a century of U.S. data and a decade of global tracking data known as the Gallup World Poll. Gallup Analytics allows subscribers to use this wealth of primary data in their work like never before. The online platform includes new data and historical trends at the country, state and U.S. city levels. All trends are easily searchable and exportable. Subscribers can view data by demographic categories, compare results across geographies to develop and report findings, including direct citations of Gallup's work. http://www.gallup.com/products/170987/gallup-analytics.aspx Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and orga