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Gal Beckerman explains the origins of big ideas – from the scientific revolution to feminism – and the surprising ways movements spread.
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Madhushree Ghosh talks about her memoir, taking us on a trip through America to South Asia, where she recounts the recipes that have given her insight into her own rich lived experiences.
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Susan Cain discusses bittersweetness – that mix of sorrow and comfort – and why embracing it can lead to creativity and unlock empathy for one another.
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Leo Kim talks about A.I. that makes those who’ve passed on seem animated again, the ethical struggles of that, and the comfort it can bring to grieving families, friends and fans.
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Terri Apter discusses teenagers and their changing emotions, how to better understand their emerging identities, and ways parents can strengthen relationships.
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May Jeong discusses the victims and survivors of the Atlanta spa shootings and paints a picture of how violence against Asian communities is part of a long history of racism in the U.S.
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Writer Sarah Hepola examines the ways she has muted herself and contemplates what cancel culture means for writers.
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Christina Crook discusses practical techniques for battling online fatigue and disconnecting from our devices in order to fully engage in everyday life again.
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