KCRW's Life Examined is a one-hour weekly show exploring science, philosophy, faith — and finding meaning in the modern world. The show is hosted by Jonathan Bastian. Please tune in Saturdays at 9 a.m., or find it as a podcast.
Understanding success — and why talent and ability are not always key
Hungarian-born network scientist and author of “The Formula: The Universal Laws of Success,” Albert-László Barabási, explains the disconnect between performance and success, and…
Black poetry and the unearthing of forgotten histories
Black writers and poets Quraysh Ali Lansana and Ishion Hutchinson share how their poetry is shaped by history, tradition, and the unearthing of forgotten histories.
In search of happiness: The secrets and science behind leading a good life
Dr. Robert Waldinger, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, unlocks some of the secrets discovered via 80 years of research on happiness.
In search of paradise—and why travel writer Pico Iyer says it may be within
Renowned travel writer and author Pico Iyer reflects on how different cultures and peoples see life and death and find their own versions of happiness and paradise.
Playing the status game, and why we can’t hide from it
Journalist and author Will Storr explains how status influences everything we do. Whether consciously or subconsciously, we all seek to be of value and feel accepted.
‘Disability is an identity’: One woman comes to terms with her own physical shortcomings
Philosopher and author of “Easy Beauty” Chloé Jones talks about how natural beauty helped her come to terms with her own body and how she is viewed by others.
The art of quitting: Is there wisdom in walking away?
Author and former professional poker player Annie Duke explores why quitting should be viewed more favorably and shares some strategies on knowing when to walk away.
Podcast host and executive producer of The Loudest Girl In The World Lauren Ober chronicles her later-in-life autism diagnosis and how it changed her life.
Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience Francesca Happe talks about what she has learned over the course of 30 years researching and working with autism.
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