• Why does representation matter? (Nic Comparato)
    Aug 21 2024

    Representation is a topic that gets talked about a lot these days. We all crave being visible, being heard, being recognized for who we truly are–our unique selves in the world. Which made us wonder–what then actually is representation if it’s so uniquely personal? Host Justin Boone sat down with scientist, Nic Comparato, to better understand what representation means to them as one small step to better understanding why representation matters to all of us.

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    31 mins
  • How do we keep a movement alive? (Eva Hernandez)
    Aug 14 2024

    Movements can be incredibly powerful examples of the human capacity to create change. But this work is never done. Host Justin Boone sat down with Eva Hernandez, an organizer, campaigner, strategist and movement leader, to talk about her important work helping to shape and mobilize the climate movement, as well as just better understand how we keep movements like that one and others alive for new generations.


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    35 mins
  • How do we define our sense of self? (Amanda Dennis)
    Aug 7 2024

    Narratives are extremely powerful. But except for the rare moments that we sit down to reflect on these narratives–our own personal ones and others–we kind of take them for granted, getting lost in the stories, rather than recognizing how the words shape our identities, our actions and our understanding of the world around us. Host, Justin Boone sat down with writer, Amanda Dennis, to further explore this idea and others.


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    35 mins
  • How can art influence our understanding of history? (Tatiana Grigorenko)
    Jul 31 2024

    Our narratives, our own unique cultures as communities, bound by borders–political, social, figurative and natural–are constantly being rewritten with a multitude of purposes in mind. But what happens when an individual is written out of a narrative? Are they forgotten? Does history itself change? What happens when it's an entire people? Are the consequences even greater, or is it easier to overlook the existence of a community than that of an influential individual? For this episode, host Justin Boone, sat down with artist, Tatiana Grigorenko, to explore how she's been exploring these questions and others in her work throughout her artistic career.

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    44 mins
  • How can the humanities support democracy? (Aurélien Bellucci)
    Jul 24 2024

    Theatre, like other disciplines of the humanities, is a powerful tool that can inspire, educate and motivate audiences in many meaningful ways. For this episode, host Justin Boone sat down with Aurélien Bellucci, a researcher and scholar exploring the intersection of humanities and social sciences, to understand how theatre, specifically a form called people's theatre, is being used around the world as a tool to support democracy.

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    27 mins
  • How can we embrace the power of generosity? (Monte Wood)
    Nov 22 2023

    Monte Wood, author of the upcoming book "Generosity Wins," speaks with Justin Boone about the profound concept of generosity, exploring its depths beyond surface-level definitions, challenging commonly accepted notions.


    In this episode, Monte Wood delves into the transformative impact of generosity, questioning conventional ideas, and discussing the building of a culture of authentic generosity within our community. How can we collectively foster a broader understanding of generosity? How might we overcome barriers and encourage daily practices that strengthen our bonds and well-being together?

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    54 mins
  • How does language shape our individual and collective identity? (Christina Pikhmanets)
    Nov 15 2023

    Ukrainian linguist and educational advisor at Sesame Workshop, Christina Pikhmanets, speaks with Justin Boone about the significance of language in shaping cultural identity, decision-making, and societal understanding.

    In this episode of Living Untitled, Christina Pikhmanets emphasizes the power of language in fostering empathy, social awareness, and navigating bicultural experiences.How can we better understand the significance of language in shaping our cultural identity and influencing collective decision-making? In what ways can we harness the positive power of language and navigate its potential negative impacts.

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    54 mins
  • How is belonging intertwined with urban design? (Liselott Stenfeldt)
    Nov 8 2023

    Head of R&D at Gehl, Liselott Stenfeldt, speaks with Justin Boone about urban design and how she works with communities to shape an inclusive and sustainable environment for everyone.


    In this episode of Living Untitled, Liselott Stenfeldt talks about how creating ease in people's everyday lives through belonging and urban design can encourage sustainability. How can we encourage people to be invested in urban development? What if our sense of belonging was strongly connected to local biodiversity?

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    45 mins