Archives for March 2024

This week Scott is joined by Assistant Principal Cellist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, Yumi Kendall. They discuss classical music’s role in human flourishing and human transcendence, how life changes once you’re a mother, and the sublime coincidence of Yumi occupying the same chair as Scott’s grandfather in the Philadelphia Orchestra. 

This week Scott is joined by Modern Elder Academy Founder and best-selling author Chip Conley. Scott and Chip discuss the joys of living in midlife, the importance of being a part of something bigger than yourself, and why life gets better with age.

This week Scott is joined by author and creator of Farnham Street blog Shane Parrish. Scott and Shane discuss mastering the skill of clear thinking, taming emotions and one’s ego, and practical tips for strength and resilience.

This week Scott is joined by Columbia business professor Dr. Shena Lyengar on how we make choices and innovate. Scott and Sheena discuss the essential tools of becoming a good chooser, the neuroscience of creativity and innovation, and how outsiders can come into a field and become an expert in it. 

This week Scott is joined by author of “The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well”. Scott and Amy discuss the encouragement of taking smart risks, reframing one’s thinking to expect and accept more failure to gain greater success, and how to have a little fun when something doesn’t work out.