Jonny Sun

Laura Spinney, a science journalist and author, discusses the parallels between the 2020 pandemic and the 1918 Spanish flu, highlighting humanity's resilience. Daniel Streicker, an ecologist, sheds light on bats as reservoirs for viruses, particularly rabies. Jonny Sun, a writer and artist, explores themes of loneliness and the search for connection during isolation. Wang Hung offers insights on cultural responses to COVID-19, contrasting collectivism in China with individualism in the U.S., raising questions about societal norms in crises.

Jonny Sun, a writer and illustrator, shares insights on loneliness and alienation. Susan Pinker, a developmental psychologist, discusses the significant health impacts of loneliness. Architect Grace Kim reveals her design of a co-housing community aimed at enhancing social connections. Writer Suleika Jaouad reflects on her experiences with illness and isolation while introducing the Isolation Journals project. Together, they explore how we can find peace with loneliness and the importance of fostering meaningful relationships in a disconnected world.

Jonny Sun is an author and illustrator whose work delves into loneliness, while Susan Pinker is a developmental psychologist focused on its effects on health. Architect Grace Kim designed a co-housing community to foster connection, and Suleika Jaouad shares her personal journey through isolation. They discuss how vulnerability can build supportive online communities, the biological need for social connections, and innovative ways to design spaces that combat loneliness. The conversation explores transforming loneliness into empowering solitude through creativity and shared experiences.