Beauty At Work

Brian Mullins is the CEO of Mind Foundry, an Oxford University company operating at the intersection of innovation, research, and usability. Brian has been at the forefront of how technology can positively change people’s lives throughout his career. He has over a decade of experience in high-growth technology companies across industries such as Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, and Robotics. He has been awarded over 100 patents, has been asked to testify as an expert before the U.S. Senate, received an Edison award for Industrial Design, was named one of the CNBC Disruptor 50, and was selected as one of Goldman Sachs “100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs.” The Mind Foundry platform empowers organizations with responsible AI built for high-stakes applications where decisions affect the lives of individuals or are made at the scale of populations.In this episode, we talk about: Brian’s early encounters with beautyBeing a disruptive innovatorA quick crash course on AI and machine learningDebunking popular superstitions about artificial intelligence gaining consciousnessThree types of beauty: sensory beauty, beauty as a heuristic, and the beauty of understandingHow AI can solve real-world problems like addressing malaria in third-world countriesPotential concerns of artificial intelligence replacing human workCreating positive change through AITo learn more about Brian’s work, you can find him at:Website: https://www.mindfoundry.ai/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/mrlaserbeam/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmullins2/ Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Timothy Myers is one of America’s most versatile and innovative conductors. He is a frequent collaborator with leading opera companies and orchestras, and serves as the Sarah and Ernest Butler Music Director at Austin Opera where, in addition to leading performances, he participates in the artistic strategy and development of the Company. He is also the Music Director of the Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra, one of the world’s most prestigious ensembles for early-career classical musicians. A leading voice on the topics of leadership and innovation, Tim has made recent speaking appearances at the SXSW Festival, Harvard Business School, The University of Texas at Austin, and Miami Dade College. Tim is also the host of the Listening on Purpose podcast.In this episode, we talk about: Growing up as a young musician in KansasVarieties of beauty in classical musicHow live music is the antidote to modern entertainmentThe beauty of a shared experience with othersTim’s journey to becoming a professional conductorHonoring tradition and embracing innovation in musicWhat is the role of a conductor?What leadership lessons can we learn from orchestras?How to learn to appreciate classical musicTo learn more about Tim’s work, you can find him at: Website: https://timothymyers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motmyers/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timothymyersconductor Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@timothymyers Twitter: https://twitter.com/motmyers Support the Show.

Wayne Brezinka is an award-winning artist based in Nashville, Tennessee. Wayne’s signature style of art incorporates detailed mixed media and assemblage techniques applied to discarded and repurposed materials. He has been a contributing artist to numerous publications, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, POLITICO Europe, and others.In this episode, we talk about: Challenging societal expectations of pursuing a career in artHow creating art facilitates a deeper connection to one’s selfHow Wayne flourished in the world of art FreelancingThe power of sharing your expertise with othersBringing to life the world of Mister Rogers through Wayne’s exhibitHosting workshops to allow people to unlock their most artistic selvesOn channeling your inner fears and letting them guide your artThe powerful community aspect of creating artTo learn more about Wayne’s work, you can find him at: https://www.waynebrezinka.com/ Support the Show.

Michael R. Spicher, PhD is a public philosopher and creator of Aesthetics Research Lab. He writes and speaks about aesthetics in professional and academic contexts. He is a regular contributor to BeautyMatter, a resource for the beauty industry. Michael lectures at both Boston Architectural College and Massachusetts College of Art and Design. He co-edited a forthcoming volume with Bloomsbury Visual Arts, Digital Fashion: Theory, Practice, Implications. And he is working on another book called Is Your Business Beautiful?In this episode, we talk about: How Michael found his love for aestheticsHow aesthetic experience is a basic reason for actionBeauty as a motivator for justiceNavigating unconscious and conscious beauty standards and biasesLearning to actively shape our aesthetic tastesObjective vs. subjective beautyViewing beauty as an emergent propertyDistinguishing between aesthetics and beautyWhat role does aesthetics play in businessAppreciating the performative beauty that comes with workAppreciating aesthetics in your daily lifeTo learn more about Michael’s work, you can find him at: https://aestheticsresearch.com/author/aestheticsresearch/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrspicher/ Links Mentioned:Survival of the Prettiest: The Science of Beauty by Nancy Etcoff - https://a.co/d/1v95rgn BEAUTY: A Quick Immersion by Crispin Sartwell - https://a.co/d/3w0iJkM The Abuse of Beauty: Aesthetics and the Concept of Art - https://a.co/d/2UKWzaF Support the Show.

Jennifer Walsh is an acclaimed entrepreneur, author, and media figure who has spent over 25 years working at the intersection of beauty, retail, nature, and neuroscience to help people flourish. She pioneered America’s first experiential retail brand, Beauty Bar, in the 1990s, integrating biophilic design long before mainstream. Her trailblazing brand earned her regard as a “Beauty Futurist”. In 2016, Jennifer created her video series Walk with Walsh where she and her guests traversed the Central Park topography while discussing human connections to nature. She then launched her Wellness Walks® in Central Park and beyond which are mindfulness walks sprinkled with biophilic education.Jennifer has a twin sister who is profoundly disabled and has lived in a group home since they were the age of two. Her sister has been her north star in understanding the beauty in simplicity, in kindness, and the connection to spending time outdoors. Jennifer also spent 4 months living in a tent every summer for the past 34 years which has sculpted how she lives and works and deeply understands the human connection to the beauty all around us in nature's rhythms. As a freelance writer for 27 years, Jennifer continues to cover stories around wellness, travel, fitness, beauty, fashion, and home. She is the author of the popular wellness journal, Walk Your Way Calm and the podcast co-host of Biophilic Solutions, Nature Has the Answers. Jennifer guides organizations globally on biophilic design and the importance of experiencing beauty and nature every day for optimal health.In this episode, we talk about: Jennifer’s natural affinity for the outdoorsHow and why Jennifer built Beauty BarOn creating sensorial and accessible experiences The power of profound storytelling in businessThe key to experiencing immersive beauty in natureBreaking down biophobia and the fear of nature Why experiencing sunlight should be a daily priorityOn fostering human and ecological flourishing through Lost Art of Being Human (LABH)How beauty is a doorway to feeling good in our bodiesWhy you should be seeking beauty in a chaotic worldTo learn more about Jennifer’s work, you can find her: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejenniferwalsh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejenniferwalsh/ Lost Art of Being Human: https://www.lostartofbeinghuman.com/ Walk with Walsh: https://www.walkwithwalsh.com/about-jennifer-walsh Resource Mentioned:Thin Place Design: Architecture of the Numinous by Phillip James Tabb - https://a.co/d/0t9ZoGM Support the Show.

Ean Williams is a former National Security Agency intelligence analyst in the United States Air Force and professional model and actor (America’s Most Wanted, A Man Called Hawk, and Anacostia). He is also a multi-award-winning event producer and fashion designer of two labels, Magnum Underwear and Corjor International. Featured in British Vogue, The Washington Post, The Washington Times, Washingtonian Magazine, Time Magazine, The Hilltop, FOX 5, Voice of America, and numerous prestigious publications, his work earns elite respect from the fashion world. He is also the founder and executive director of DC Fashion Week, a non-profit organization with 39 seasons under its belt.In this episode, we talk about: What drew Ean to fashion at a young ageNavigating familial and societal expectations for young menEan's successful modeling career Dealing with rejection in the fashion industryWhat inspired Ean to launch his own fashion line, Corjor InternationalThe power of fashion to redefine our perceptions of beautyCreating impact through DC Fashion WeekAdvice for aspiring models and fashion designersThe joy of witnessing people’s dreams unfold in fashionBeauty vs. uglinessTo learn more about Ean’s work, you can find him at:Website: https://corjor.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_dcfashionweek/ Support the Show.

Chris Everett is a seasoned facilitator of transformative experiences for individuals and organizations. He is a musician, artist, designer, strategist, coach, farmer, and co-founder of an arts nonprofit in western Wisconsin. With over three decades in brandexpression and strategy, he is a master at using beauty as a powerful medium for transformation. From his early days in graphic design to deep dives into brand strategy and organizational culture, Chris's career reflects a persistent quest to uncover the deeper meanings of the beauty that we encounter in the world around us. He is deeply influenced by the teachings of the Delicate Lodge, a lineage of Medicine Wheel wisdoms that emphasize ceremony and ritual design. Adopting the title of "minister of beauty" in 2020, Chris embodies the belief in the sacredness of deeply human work and the transformative potential of beauty. Through his diverse roles and experiences, Chris also aids others in navigating their unique evolutionary journeys.In this episode, we talk about: How music and art shaped Chris’ childhoodHow spaces can be designed to feel more welcomingChris's journey from advertising to leadership developmentHow do you create genuine transformation in design?Chris’s quest to understand diverse perspectives on beautyHow beauty can elevate the way we think and show up our relationshipWhat does it mean to be a Minister of Beauty?Creating spaces for connection in natural environmentsChris’ vision for healing broken communities To learn more about Chris’ work, you can find him at:https://www.chriseverett.world/ Links Mentioned:Patterns of Transformation - Designing Sex, Death, and Survival in the 21st Century by Ida Benedetto - https://patternsoftransformation.com/ Support the Show.

Seth D. Kaplan is a leading expert on fragile states. He is a Professorial Lecturer in the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University, Senior Adviser for the Institute for Integrated Transitions (IFIT), and consultant to multilateral organizations such as the World Bank, U.S. State Department, U.S. Agency for International Development, and OECD as well as developing country governments and NGOs.In this episode, we talk about: The difference between social life in Western versus non-Western countriesHow Seth was drawn to the study of fragile statesHow strong relationships in a country are correlated with economic development and peaceWhy addressing key social problems requires starting at the neighborhood-levelThe relationship between life expectancy and one’s neighborhoodThe beauty of living in a thriving and close-knit neighborhoodHow modern society’s idea of happiness promotes lonelinessOn boosting the collective self-efficacy in an areaFive factors that help communities thriveHow religion can play a role in community buildingThe need for translocal organizations Cultivating college programs to develop civic leadersTo learn more about Seth’s work, you can find him at: https://sethkaplan.org/ You can order his book Fragile Neighborhoods here: https://www.amazon.com/Fragile-Neighborhoods-Repairing-American-Society/dp/0316521396/Support the Show.

Sean Vigue is one of the most followed yoga, Pilates, power yoga, flexibility training and performance enhancing instructors in the world with millions of followers in every corner of the world from beginners to elite professional athletes. He is a bestselling author of titles such as “Pilates for Athletes”, “Power Yoga for Athletes”, “Pilates for Men” and enjoys creating books which are accessible to everyone regardless of age and fitness level. Sean has produced thousands of online workout videos, a full DVD line, his own podcast and loves teaching at fitness conferences. Before diving into the world of fitness, he worked as a professional opera/musical theater performer in theaters around the world for over 10 years and over 40 shows. He also won numerous singing competitions for opera and music theater as a dramatic baritone. In his spare time he is an amateur film, opera and classical music historian and MST3k fanatic.In this episode we talk about: On pursuing a career in professional theatreThe key to discovering the passions that make you come aliveSean’s experiences teaching fitness classes at DisneyExploring the world of operaDiving into the field of publishing fitness booksFinding beauty in fitnessBalancing the functional and aesthetic aspects of fitnessHow yoga and pilates can unlock a spiritual and emotional journeySean’s future ventures Sean's advice for aspiring fitness instructors and those wanting to get started on their fitness journeysTo learn more about Sean’s work, you can find him at: https://www.seanviguefitness.com/ Support the Show.

Pallavi Dean plays at the intersection of design and entrepreneurship.  She founded her design firm Roar in 2013. A trained architect and sustainability specialist, she has won multiple awards for work across a range of sectors including commercial, hospitality, and residential. Recent work includes The Accor House of Original in Dubai, Sensasia Spa at Kempinski Dubai, and Mckinsey HQ in Doha.   She was born in India, raised in Dubai, and spent years working in London; her designs reflect these eclectic influences. A former professor of design, she strives to implement the latest theoretical and practical research into the firm’s designs. As a product designer, Pallavi collaborated with Artemide to launch ‘Interweave’ an interactive lighting system for Euro Luce in Milan 2019. Her work has been profiled in some of the world’s leading international media including the Financial Times, the BBC, Monocle, Wallpaper, and the Architectural Digest. She was named Architectural Digest Middle East Designer of the Year in 2020 and Designer of the Year globally by Interior Design Magazine in 2021.In this episode, we talk about: Growing up as a third-culture kidHow Pallavi’s upbringing shaped her love for design and creationOn creating spaces that engage and stimulate all five sensesFinding the balance between designing poetic and functional spacesHighlighting the beauty of imperfection in natureThe need for pain and suffering in order to appreciate the beautyExploring the vulnerability of artistic pursuitsHow Pallavi launched her own sustainable design firm, RoarThe importance of empathy-driven design and architecture Debunking misconceptions of design innovations in DubaiTo learn more about Pallavi’s work, you can find her on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roar_design_studio/ Website: https://www.designbyroar.com/about Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pallavidean/ Support the Show.

Dr. Dave Gammon is an integrative scientist who builds bridges beyond traditional scientific communities. Since 2006 he has taught mostly interdisciplinary science and general education courses at Elon University, where he is currently a Professor in Biology. His research projects in birdsong and in SoTL have become increasingly more interdisciplinary. He also performs a lot of science outreach, including running a science café, writing science articles for newspapers and magazines, and creating popular science podcasts.In this episode, we talk about: Dave’s formative experiences that led him toward biology and teachingWhat drew him to study birdsongOn finding the beauty in researchOn teaching a course on the Journey Through TimeDave’s passion to draw connections between science and other disciplinesThe power of collaboration and curiosity among academics The need for interdisciplinarity On introducing the beauty of science to the public through science cafésTo learn more about Dave’s work, you can find him at: https://facstaff.elon.edu/dgammon/ Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Tim Leberecht is a German-American author and entrepreneur, and the co-founder and co-CEO of the House of Beautiful Business, a global think tank and community with the mission to make humans more human and business more beautiful.Previously, Tim served as the chief marketing officer of NBBJ, a global design and architecture firm. From 2006 to 2013, he was the chief marketing officer of product design and innovation consultancy Frog Design.Tim is the author of the book The Business Romantic (HarperCollins, 2015), which has been translated into nine languages to date. Tim’s writing regularly appears in publications such as Entrepreneur, Fast Company, Forbes, Fortune, Harvard Business Review, Inc, Quartz, Psychology Today, and Wired. His new book, The End of Winning, was released in German in 2020.In this episode, we talk about: How beauty and art shaped Tim’s childhoodHow he paved a multi-disciplinary career in design and marketingHow Tim started the New Romantic movement in business Tim’s pursuit to find the soul in businessHow The House of Beautiful Business began and expanded internationallyUnpacking the industry shift from human-centered to life-centered design Changing the traditional way we view businessNavigating the loneliness crisis in workplacesWhat does it mean to create hospitable spaces and workplaces?Practical advice to incorporate beauty at workTo learn more about his work, visit: http://timleberecht.com/ House of Beautiful Business: https://houseofbeautifulbusiness.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tleberecht/ Resources Mentioned:The Business Romantic: Give Everything, Quantify Nothing, and Create Something Greater Than Yourself by Tim Leberecht - https://a.co/d/eVPDt6I Death Over Dinner - https://deathoverdinner.org/ The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work by Simone Stolzoff - https://a.co/d/3BPWRY7 Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Dr. Rob Dunn is the Senior Vice Provost of University Interdisciplinary Programs and a Reynolds Professor in Applied Ecology at North Carolina State University. As Senior Vice Provost he oversees efforts to spur interdisciplinary scholarship, education, and public engagement at NC State. As a scholar, he studies the ecology and evolution of societies and the species with which they interact. This has included projects on the global ecology of sourdough bread, the evolution of sour taste, and the origin of yogurt microbes, among many others. Dunn has published more than two hundred peer-reviewed articles and more than a hundred magazine and newspaper articles. He has published seven books, including, most recently, A Natural History of the Future and, with Monica Sanchez, Delicious, the Evolution of Flavor and How it Made Us HumanIn this episode, we talk about: 1. How Rob’s love for art and biology often intersect and interact with each other2. The distinction between elegance and beauty in ecology3. The value of art-science collaboration4. How can we better communicate important scientific discoveries to the general public?5. Rob’s interest in the interplay between speculative fiction and the future of science6. The adaptability of nature7. Is the scientific pursuit beautiful or violent? Or both?8. How can we make the funding for science endeavors more just?9. His new book on the origin of flavor and why pleasure matters10. The biology and psychology behind our cultural preferences for foodTo learn more about his work, visit: https://robdunnlab.com/ Resources Mentioned:Delicious: The Evolution of Flavor and How It Made Us Human by Rob Dunn and Monica Sanchez- https://www.amazon.com/Delicious-Evolution-Flavor-Made-Human/dp/0691199477  Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Rachael H. Grochowski is an award-winning architect and designer who is leading the conversation of designing what truly matters.  She believes that design surpasses simply being beautiful -- design has the power to inspire a sense of calm, interconnectedness, presence, and gratitude, leading to the belief that “Design is Spiritual.”As an architect and designer, a traveler and seeker, and both a yoga student and teacher, her personal and professional mission has been to guide others toward environments that make them feel grounded in their histories and inspired to grow into their futures. Under Rachael’s stewardship, her firm RHG Architecture + Design has built and designed award-winning residential, commercial, and hospitality projects that are each defined by a spiritual evolution of collective care.Rachael’s work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Forbes, Interior Design Magazine, Interiors Magazine, Fast Company, Aspire, MindBodyGreen, Hospitality Design, Sweet Jane, and Open House NYC among others.  She lives in Montclair, NJ with her three children.In this episode, we talk about: 1. How Rachael’s passion for architecture began in childhood2. How architecture can cultivate closeness and community3. The importance of designing structures that bring out good energy within us4. How architectural choices are related to spiritual truths 5. How architecture can shape our well-being6. The role of ugliness in architecture and design7. The importance of infusing authenticity into design projects 8. How spaces can shape relationships9. How to build genuine trust with clients10. Safety and ethics in designTo learn more about her work, visit: https://www.rhgdesign.com/  Resources Mentioned:The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand - https://a.co/d/8ulmHwb Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Pauline Brown is a marketing professor at Columbia Business School, where she teaches a course on ’the Business of Aesthetics.’ Earlier in her career, she held senior executive roles at design-driven companies, including LVMH, and Estée Lauder. She also is the author of a business book, Aesthetic Intelligence, published in 2019 by HarperCollins, and the founder of an e-learning platform Aesthetic Intelligence Labs.In this episode, we talk about:1. What Aesthetic Intelligence means2. The aesthetic genius of Steve Jobs3. How can we better understand the roots of personal taste and style?4. How do we distinguish between mimetic desire, trends, and genuine personal styles?5. Unpacking the limiting nature of the education system in developing our personal identities6. Can learning to embrace other aesthetics from other people help you become “more yourself”?7. What is the role of aesthetic intelligence in organizational culture?8.  How aesthetics help better communicate and embody company cultures9. How do we actually measure aesthetic intelligence in businesses?10. Unpacking the ethics of aesthetic intelligence 11. How can individuals and organizations cultivate aesthetic intelligence?12. Why aesthetic intelligence ("the other AI") matters in the age of AITo learn more about Pauline Brown’s work, visit: https://aestheticintelligence.com/ Resources Mentioned:Pauline’s book Aesthetic Intelligence: How to Boost It and Use It in Business and Beyond: https://a.co/d/eIUpkEH Aesthetic Intelligence Labs Course: https://www.aestheticintelligencelabs.com/course/ Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Dr. Sabine Hossenfelder is a physicist, science communicator, author, musician, and YouTuber. She has published more than 80 research papers on topics ranging from quantum gravity to particle physics, cosmology, astrophysics, statistical mechanics, and quantum foundations. She is the author of Lost in Math: How Beauty Leads Physics Astray, and most recently, of Existential Physics: A Scientist’s Guide to Life’s Biggest Questions. She is also the Creative Director of the popular YouTube channel “Science without the gobbledygook”.In this episode, we talk about: 1. What drew Sabine to pursue mathematics and physics2. How mathematics can describe the nature of the universe3. The criteria of beauty (simplicity, elegance, and naturalness) and how they help shape physics4. Why “Naturalness” is a problem in physics5. The problems with the reliance on beauty in physics6. What physics tells us about existential questions such as life after death and free will7. On how her research has affected her life8. Science communication, public support, and the inclusion of non-experts in scientific discourse9. How we can cultivate the beauty of understanding10. On her sense of meaning and her mission, and how they shape her work.Resources mentioned:Sabine's website: https://sabinehossenfelder.comYouTube Channel, Science without the gobbledygook: https://www.youtube.com/c/sabinehossenfelderDr, Hossenfelder’s book Lost in Math: How Beauty Leads Physics Astray:https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Math-Beauty-Physics-Astray/dp/0465094252Dr. Hossenfelder's book Existential Physicshttps://www.amazon.com/Existential-Physics-Scientists-Biggest-Questions/dp/1984879456/Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Born and raised in England, David Clayton is an internationally known artist, teacher, writer, and broadcaster living in Princeton, NJ. He is Provost of online Catholic university www.Pontifex.University where he created their unique Master of Sacred Arts program; and is currently Artist-in-Residence of Scala Foundation, a non-profit based in Princeton, which has a mission of transforming American culture through educational programs that encourage creativity. He has a popular blog at thewayofbeauty.org and writes weekly also for scalafoundation.org; and the newliturgicalmovement.org. He has written several books including: The Little Oratory, A Beginner’s Guide to Praying in the Home; The Way of Beauty, and  The Vision for You - How to Discover the Life You Were Made  For. As an artist, he has major commissions from churches in the US and the UK. He has also illustrated several books aside from his own.In this episode, we talk about: What drew David to science and then into art.How his scientific background influences David’s iconography work.How science and mathematics are sources of creativity and inspiration.The similarities in the methodical approach of scientists and traditional artists Defining beauty in art and scienceHow beauty can mislead usThe beauty of science and how it can build trust in science for people of faith.What can mathematical and/or scientific training provide to artists?Resources mentioned:David’s blog:https://www.thewayofbeauty.org/David’s book The Little Oratory: A Beginner's Guide to Praying in the Home:https://www.amazon.com/Little-Oratory-Beginners-Guide-Praying/dp/1622821769Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Carlo Lancellotti is a Professor of Mathematics at the College of Staten Island and a faculty member in the Physics Program at the CUNY Graduate Center. His field of scholarship is mathematical physics, with a special emphasis on the kinetic theory of plasmas and gravitating systems. He has published in a variety of journals, including Physical Review, Physical Review Letters, the Journal of Statistical Physics, Chaos, the Journal of Transport Theory, and Statistical Physics. He has also translated into English and published three volumes of works by the late Italian philosopher Augusto Del Noce. Lancellotti has also written essays of his own on Del Noce and other topics, which have appeared in Communio, Public Discourse, Church Life Journal, First Things, and other outlets.In this episode, we talk about: Beauty, structure, and harmony and their role in the study of mathematics.The aesthetic criteria used by some mathematicians.The beauty found in the Boltzmann equation.Beauty and truth in simplicity and consistency—understanding reality through math.The limitations of mathematics in what it can tell us about reality.Mathematicians and the Platonic world of ideas.Appreciating the beauty in mathematics—how beauty can help encourage the study of math.Understanding math is a necessity in learning art.Resources mentioned:David Bohm’s Wholeness and the Implicate Order:https://www.amazon.com/Wholeness-Implicate-Order-David-Bohm/dp/0415289793The Redemption of Scientific Reason by Carlo Lancellotihttps://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/the-redemption-of-scientific-reason/Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Dr. Mark Painter graduated from The University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota with a B.S. in Biology in 2014, and subsequently entered the Graduate Program in Immunology at the University of Michigan. There, he studied how HIV evades the immune response and establishes a persistent infection, working to develop therapeutic strategies to reverse these processes. He completed his Ph.D. in Immunology in November 2020. He began a postdoctoral research fellowship to study human immunology and vaccination in John Wherry's lab at the University of Pennsylvania in January 2021. His current focus is on immune responses following SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination, and his work has been published in journals including Science Immunology, Immunity, Nature Medicine, Science, and Cell.In this episode, we talk about: What drew Mark Painter into the study of biology and virology?Viruses, the elegance in their intricacies, and their place in the process of life.The beauty found in Mark’s work in biology and virology.The usefulness of beauty in understanding in the realm of science.The obstacles in encountering beauty in science, and what can help scientists face those obstacles.Mark’s insight into what could be done to establish more public trust in science, especially in the realm of vaccines.Cultivating the love of science and reality through deep conversation over simply sharing facts.Resources mentioned:Mark Painter’s body of work and research he was involved in:https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=mark+painter&btnG=Sponsors:This episode is sponsored by Templeton Religion Trust as part of a grant on the aesthetic dimensions of science. It is also sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies at the University of Southern California, and you can learn more about them here: www.iacs.usc.eduSupport us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.

Frank C. Keil is Charles C. & Dorathea S. Dilley Professor of Psychology and Linguistics at Yale University, where he is also a member of the Cognition and Development Lab. After his BS in Biology at MIT in 1973, he went on to get his MA in Psychology from Stanford in 1975 and PhD in Psychology from University of Pennsylvania in 1977. Keil has published extensively on topics concerned with many areas in the development of cognition and language. He has written two books on aspects of conceptual development. He has served as president of the Society for Philosophy and Psychology and has received numerous awards for his scholarship, including the Boyd R. McCandless Award from the American Psychological Association (Developmental Psychology), the Distinguished Scientific Award for an Early Career Contribution to Psychology from the American Psychological Association, a Guggenheim Fellowship, a fellowship at the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences, a MERIT Award from the National Institutes of Health, and the Ann L. Brown Award for Excellence in Developmental Research. His recent work focuses on how children and adults grasp the causal structure of the world around them and how they cope with explanatory gaps. His latest book is Wonder: Childhood and the Lifelong Love of Science (MIT Press, 2022).In this episode, we talk about: Defining “wonder” and how it differs from curiosity and its importance for children.Causal mechanisms and their importance in the realm of science.The factors that facilitate wonder and the drive to understand causal mechanisms.How the American school system contributes to the repression of wonder.How the pressure of chasing grants and the lack of agency is an obstacle to a scientist’s wonder.How to sustain the sense of wonder.Qualities that one can have that can contribute to the pursuit of scientific inquiry.Does learning how something works diminish the wonder we can feel for it?On the weaponization of wonder How to make assertions with confidence while also saying that it’s fallible.Tips for cultivating wonder in (1) children, (2) teachers who feel pressured to produce by the system, and (3) scientists who are losing their sense of wonder.Resources mentioned:Frank Keil’s book, “Wonder: Childhood and the Lifelong Love of Science”:https://www.amazon.com/Wonder-Childhood-Lifelong-Love-Science/dp/0262046490Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the Show.