Radiolab The Secret to a Long Life
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Oct 6, 2023 
Sindhu Gnanasambandan, an innovative producer, embarks on a quest to make a week feel like two, aiming for a richer life experience. She discusses how our perception of time can be stretched through memorable moments and new experiences. By recounting an adventurous week filled with surfing and moonrise escapades, Sindhu reveals how joy and nostalgia affect our sense of time. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in appreciating everyday moments, encouraging listeners to break free from routine and see beauty in the mundane.
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Sindhu's Novelty Experiment
- Sindhu tried many new things, like volunteering at a soup kitchen, skateboarding, and surfing.
- She also attended a dating app mixer with her boyfriend and went on a date with someone whose mother might have been murdered.
Novelty Burnout
- Sindhu found that constant novelty can become monotonous.
- She realized she needed to incorporate emotionally rich experiences.
Road Trip and Emotional Connection
- Sindhu took a solo road trip, a novel experience for her.
- She visited a friend's baby, went to Cape Cod, and ate her first clams.