We’ve all had the experience of being pulled into a story — fiction or nonfiction — to the point where the rest of the world seems to fade away. Reading books and watching movies are common examples, but this phenomenon also occurs when we’re watching a play, listening to a podcast or watching a public […]
I’m thankful that I’ve never been in a life-threatening situation, but millions of people around the world have, and those who made it through the experience have riveting stories to tell. In this case, it wasn’t just a single person in danger; it was two friends. And that means there are two story lines, two […]
As climate change continues to be the most significant threat our planet has ever faced, telling stories about this crisis — sometimes focused on personal experiences, but other times focused on the efforts intended to mitigate the issue. In either case, storytelling is one of the most powerful tools available, considering its ability to shine […]
Climate change stories can be complex, especially when they’re full of technical descriptions and lists of numbers. But when these stories are linked to our daily lives we can understand the issue more clearly. So I had to laugh when listening to this episode of the TILclimate Podcast as I happen to be a fan […]
Hopefully you have been along for the ride and have listened to all six episodes. It’s been a lot to digest, a lot to think about. While the field of neuroscience has made great strides, when it comes to the subject of human intelligence there’s still so much to learn. Which is why I’ve appreciated […]