“I once had a dentist named Dr. Fillmore”: Stories of nominative determinism

There’s a theory that people are drawn to work that fits their name. This hour, an exploration of nominative determinism. Plus, a look at the different ways your name impacts your life.

GUESTS:

• David Bird: Emeritus professor of wildlife biology and director of the Avian Science and Conservation Centre of McGill University
• Brett Pelham: Professor of psychology at Montgomery College
• Tess Terrible: Senior producer of Where We Live
• Laura Wattenberg: Naming expert, author of The Baby Name Wizard, and the creator of Namerology

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