What does math teach us about beauty? In this clip, mathematician Dr. Carlo Lancellotti discusses how the search for an elegant, simple equation is similar to the quest to build a beautiful cathedral. He also discusses the link between math and spirituality.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12648186 For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Where do scientists find beauty in their work and why does it matter to them? Immunologist Dr. Mark Painter argues that what’s central here is not simply the visual or sensory beauty he encounters in the phenomena he studies, but the beauty of understanding that science affords.For the full interview see: ttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12547248 For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Why does wonder matter? In this clip, Yale psychologist Dr. Frank Keil discusses the importance of facilitating wonder in education, why we shouldn’t underestimate kids, and why cultivating wonder matters especially for science.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12434669  For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

When we think of the applied sciences, we usually think they’re important because they are useful. But can they also be beautiful? In this clip, public health expert Dr. Marcia Otto shares what inspired her career path from theoretical physics to epidemiology, and discusses where she finds beauty in her work.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12342419 For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Is a “theory of everything” worth pursuing? According to award-winning physicist and author Dr. Marcelo Gleiser the answer is no. In this clip, he explains why the pursuit of unity in science can be misleading.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12246525   For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

When it comes to science education, why should teachers care about beauty? Award-winning educator and public speaker Dr. Punya Mishra says its because it can help nurture the sense of wonder that’s vital for science. In this clip, he discusses ways to cultivate curiosity through a more aesthetic approach to science education. For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12150983  For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Awe is a universal human emotion. But we often think of it as ineffable. So can it be scientifically studied? Berkeley psychologist and author Dacher Keltner does just this. In this clip, he discusses his research on the nature of awe, how it varies (or doesn’t) between cultures, and how it’s related to both beauty and science.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/12033720 For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

What is mimetic desire, and what does it have to do with status and success? Entrepreneur and author Luke Burgis talks about René Girard’s theory of mimetic desire and how it illuminates our actions across various contexts, from Silicon Valley to academia, what mimetic desire has to do with beauty.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11945506 For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.net Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Does nature have a preference for symmetrical shapes? And if so, does that mean beauty is a reliable guide to scientific truth? Here’s what Oxford physicist Ard Louis has to say about these questions. For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11860976For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Is beauty a matter of nature or nurture? Is it hardwired in the brain or conditioned by culture? Neuroscientist Dr. Anjan Chatterjee challenges this dichotomy. In this clip, he points out that although “beauty is in the brain of the beholder,” our brains are more similar than they are different.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11785200For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

How is beauty relevant when it comes to innovation? Cultural historian Dr. Luca Cottini uses examples from Italian culture’s focus on creativity and relationality to explain how beauty promotes innovation and industry. For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11687933For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Is there beauty in psychiatry? In this clip, Dr. Eloise Ballou, a Canadian psychiatrist with a special interest in integrating humanities into her work, shares how a key aesthetic principle of claritas—in this case, applied to the clarity of seeing a person as they are—drives her work.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11576417For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the showSupport the show

What makes beauty relevant to science? In this clip, Cambridge Philosopher Dr. Milena Ivanova shares the story of how she came to study the intersection of aesthetics and science, and what she's learned in the process.For the full interview see: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11497942For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

Philosophers throughout the centuries have been trying to define beauty. And I’m not sure anyone has succeeded. But we can identify a few essential aspects of it in particular domains. In this clip, astrophysicist and author Dr. Mario Livio explains how these aspects of beauty are especially important in physics.For the full interview see:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2043099/11403924For the broader project, visit: https://www.beautyatwork.netSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BeautyatWorkPodcastSupport the show

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