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Sunday Pick: How to think critically about history — and why it matters (w/ David Ikard)

Have you ever recalled a story only to have someone point out "that's not how it went"? Well, what happens when what we misrepresent are our historical narratives? David Ikard is a Professor of African American and Diaspora Studies at Vanderbilt University. In this episode, he ta ... Show More

30m 20s

Yesterday

The language you're fluent in — but forgot how to hear | Louis VI

What if the calm you feel when you hear birdsong isn't a coincidence, but ancient evolutionary wiring ... a signal that once meant safety? Musical ecologist and rapper Louis VI says humans are hardwired to nature's sonic language, but modern life has drowned it out. He explores h ... Show More

18m 54s

Jan 30

Why can't we better prepare for extreme weather? | Catherine Nakalembe

Thanks to advanced technology, we can now see droughts and crop failures months before they hit. So why are millions of people still going hungry? TED Fellow Catherine Nakalembe, director of the NASA Harvest program in Africa, exposes the blind spots that keep life-saving climate ... Show More

11m 5s

Apr 2022

BITTERSWEET: Susan Cain on the Beauty of Sorrow and Longing

Are you elevated by sad songs? Have you ever been brought to tears by a TV commercial? Do you relish rainy days? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then you know the power of the bittersweet. Yet chances are there have been times when you’ve struggled to square your m ... Show More

1h 13m

Aug 2022

Susan Cain On The Great Ache That Binds Us

Are you one of those people that finds solace and comfort in rainy days or melancholy music? It’s not quite sadness. It's more like longing. A beautiful ache that makes you feel more connected to the human experience. What is that specifically? And why does it compel us so? Forme ... Show More

2h 2m

Nov 2022

The Sweet Bitter with Susan Cain

There’s something profound in life’s bitter moments. The transformative beauty of a sad song, the anguished past of a story’s hero, the unexpected turnout of a crowded funeral. Turns out we often need darkness in order to appreciate the light. In our modern world, we f ... Show More

25m 19s

Aug 2022

The power in embracing your sadness

In the U.S., there's a relentless focus on positivity. But as we all know, with life comes death — and with happiness, sadness. Susan Cain, author of Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole, opens our eyes to the transformative power of melancholy. Learn more about spon ... Show More

22m 34s

Apr 2022

The Power of Bittersweet Emotions with Susan Cain

What is the power of a having bittersweet outlook? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably felt the pressure to always look on the bright side and act happy no matter what. While there is a place for optimism and positivity, you may actually be doing yourself a terr ... Show More

20m 41s

Jul 2022

What is Sadness Good For? | Susan Cain

New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- Many of us may have a reflexive reaction when we notice we're feeling down: we want it to go away. Maybe we think something is wron ... Show More

58m 36s

Jul 2023

life without music

Music sometimes feels like an intrinsic part of our lives, living life without it would be missing out on a lot. Who says? We are fed this idea that music brings us feel-good emotions and sensations that nothing else can achieve. Having given up music for 6 months, I talk about t ... Show More

34m 54s

Oct 2023

Rainy Night Delight | Relaxing Rain For Sleep, Meditation, Relaxation Or Focus | Sleep Music, Sleep Sounds, Rain Sounds, Sleep Fast, Study Music, Zen, Pluie, Musique Pour Dormir, Música Para Dormir

Welcome dear dreamers and rain lovers. Imagine a night so enchanting, even the stars lean in a little closer to catch a glimpse. You find yourself under a majestic cloudy sky, where the air hums with the promise of rain, and every sound seems to sync with the rhythm of your h ... Show More

1 h

Aug 2022

The Beauty of Bittersweet: How Heartache Can Make You Whole Again - Susan Cain

In today's episode, Vishen interviews Susan Cain, author of the best-selling phenomenon 'Quiet The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking'. She'll explain the premise of her new book 'Bittersweet' and how sorrow and longing can actually make us whole. If you seek ... Show More

39m 1s

Jun 2023

Cocooned In Rain | A Magical Rainy Night & Peaceful Music For Sleep, Meditation, Relaxation Or Focus | Nature Sounds, Rain Sounds, Relaxing Music, Mus...

Picture this : As you lay in bed, nestled under the soft embrace of the fluffiest blanket, a profound sense of tranquility envelops you. The gentle patter of raindrops outside your window creates a soothing symphony, washing away the remnants of the day's worries. As you close yo ... Show More

1 h

The hidden power of sad songs and rainy ...