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We like to believe that we are masters of our own fate, that we are the cause of our choices and actions. But what if that's not true? Imagine that all of our choices and actions are simply the product of history—whether that goes back one minute or 1000 years—and biological and environmental forces that we often don’t even understand. In this episode we're exploring the question of whether free will exists and whether we should even want it to.
Brian Lowery
Brian Lowery is a Professor of Organizational Behavior and a social psychologist by training. He received his doctorate from UCLA in 2001 with a minor in statistical methods.
Spilling the Tea on Cross Culture Comedy: Jesse Appell’s Journey in China
In this episode, comedian and tea enthusiast Jesse Appell of Jesse's Teahouse takes us on a journey from studying Chinese comedy to building an online business.
Music, Movement, and Meaning: Hanging Out with DJ Cosmo
Brian Lowery talks to DJ Colleen "Cosmo" Murphy, founder of Classic Album Sundays. They discuss her journey from high school radio to curating transformative musical experiences.
Wine and Chocolate: Stories and Craft with Chris Gaither and Todd Masonis
Master sommelier Chris Gaither and Dandelion Chocolates co-founder Todd Masonis discuss how wine and chocolate, being simple pleasures, connect us to people, culture, and more.
A Guiding Light: Simran Jeet Singh on Faith and Practice
Brian Lowery chats with Simran Jeet Singh about how his Sikh faith guides his journey toward self-improvement, happiness, and community, and explores religion.