Steven Sloman joins us to talk about how we tap into the vast intelligence of those around us in order to navigate our worlds.
Read moreThe Aryan Brotherhood Of Texas
Scott Farwell joins us to talk about how the woman closest to the leader of the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas ultimately brought him down.
Read moreThe Science Of Awkwardness
Psychologist Ty Tashiro joins us to talk about why we act awkwardly around even people we know well – and about how we can better control these tendencies.
Read moreThe Peoples Temple
Jeff Guinn joins us to talk about how Jim Jones, a charismatic cult leader from Indiana, controlled his followers – and delivered them to their deaths.
Read moreCrafting Cartoons
Cartoonist Stephan Pastis joins us to talk about employing anthropomorphic animals to crack mildly edgy jokes.
Read moreWhy We Like What We Like
Tom Vanderbilt joins us to talk about how we develop our personal preferences – and about the many outside forces that guide us to these favorites.
Read moreThe Modern Artists Of Mexico
Agustín Arteaga gives us a tour of “México 1900–1950: Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo, José Clemente Orozco, and the Avant-Garde” and then joins us in studio to talk about the lasting importance of the artists included in the show.
Read moreEyes Wide Open
Isaac Lidsky joins us to talk about how he used his pending blindness to drive his success.
Read moreHow The Baby Boomers Betrayed America
Bruce Cannon Gibney joins us to talk about why he thinks younger generations will soon pay the price for selfish decisions made by the Baby Boomers.
Read moreMemories Of Syria
Alia Malek joins us to talk about her memories of Syria – and about the current climate in the country following the recent chemical weapon attacks and U.S. response.
Read moreThe Architecture Of Peter Walker
Peter Walker joins us to talk about creating outdoor public spaces that are both functional and beautiful.
Read moreRediscovering Mercy
Anne Lamott joins us to talk about how taking a merciful approach to our relationships can help us to make honest connections with others.
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