CIIS Public Programs
CIIS Public Programs
This is a podcast for people who are curious about the world and themselves featuring talks and conversations presented by the Public Programs department of California Institute of Integral Studies, a non-profit university in San Francisco. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app to a diverse array of visionaries, artists, and scholars sharing compelling experiences, offering new perspectives, and expanding creative horizons.
Episodes
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Jun 28, 2017 • 48min
Christine Brooks: The Science of Friendship
In this episode, CIIS faculty Christine Brooks examines how nurturing our social networks increases our health and wellbeing. This talk was part of the Big Ideas at CIIS series.
Jun 14, 2017 • 52min
Gabor Maté: Mind Body Health
Author and physician Gabor Maté is joined in conversation by CIIS Professor Meg Jordan to explore his life and work in trauma and addiction.
May 24, 2017 • 46min
Amina Khan: Adapting Nature's Designs
Science journalist Amina Khan is joined in conversation by curator Arianne Gelardin to discuss what nature can teach us about sustainable technology and innovation.
May 10, 2017 • 55min
Tyler Knott Gregson: Poetry and Process
Poet and author Tyler Knott Gregson is joined in conversation by CIIS’s Director of the Center for Writing and Scholarship Brynn Saito to discuss poetry and the creative process.
May 3, 2017 • 54min
Harriet Lerner: On Apologies
Author and psychologist Harriet Lerner is joined in conversation by CIIS faculty member Barbara Morrill to explore what makes a good apology, and why they're so important.
Apr 26, 2017 • 1h 14min
Baratunde Thurston: Comedy and Conversation
Baratunde Thurston of The Onion and The Daily Show is joined in conversation by actor and director Rotimi Agbabiaka to discuss comedy, race, technology, politics, and everything in between.
Apr 19, 2017 • 59min
Danielle Drake: Social Change Through Expressive Arts
CIIS faculty member and Expressive Arts Therapist Danielle Drake examines how communities who engage in creative processes can inspire social change. This talk was part of the Big Ideas at CIIS series.
Apr 12, 2017 • 57min
Kate Levinson: Money and Gender
Author and therapist Kate Levinson is joined in conversation with CIIS’s Kelly Kelly to discuss the intersection of money, business, and gender.
Apr 5, 2017 • 49min
Jessica Zitter: A Better Path to the End of Life
In this episode, ICU doctor and palliative care expert Dr. Jessica Zitter is joined in conversation by CIIS Dean of Alumni Richard Buggs to discuss her drive to help patients find a better path to the end of life.
Mar 29, 2017 • 52min
Acharya Shunya: Fundamentals of Ayurveda
Spiritual teacher and Vedic scholar Acharya Shunya is joined in conversation by CIIS Professor Debashish Banerji to discuss health and consciousness through Ayurveda lifestyle principles.
