Choose to be Curious

Alli Henry, Director of Community Planning at Rosslyn BID, discusses building a sense of belonging during the pandemic. They explore home, community planning, curiosity, and human connections in Arlington. Emphasizing the importance of slowing down and engaging with public spaces for community engagement.

Corvid experts Colleen and John Marzluff discuss the intelligence and curiosity of crows, including their problem-solving skills, self-awareness, and adaptability. They highlight the cognitive abilities of crows in urban environments and share insights on using technology to engage kids in scientific observation of these fascinating birds.

Experienced science journalist Kim O'Connell discusses the significance of science writing in today's information age. Highlights include the challenges of credible sources, embracing curiosity in writing, and the importance of respecting diverse viewpoints in science journalism.

Poet David Keplinger discusses the power of solitude and sacred pauses, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and reflection. The conversation explores the connection between art, science, nature, and self-discovery through poetry and introspection.

Ebonee Rice, VP for NLP's Educator Network, discusses the importance of news literacy, responsible sharing, and challenging prior beliefs. The podcast explores embedding news literacy in education, promoting curiosity through analogies, and the Informable app's role in enhancing news literacy.

Ayanna Spencer, a philosophy doctoral candidate, explores protest as radical curiosity in Black feminist theory. They discuss structural disparities in knowledge attribution to survivors of violence, the connection between curiosity and bread, and the similarities between curiosity and rivers.

Demian Perry, founder of TownCalendar.org, talks about pandemic-friendly outdoor activities, discovering hidden history in the DMV Area, efficient event planning for families, hidden city secrets, exploring new adventures with kids, and the importance of curiosity and discovery.

Guest Ryoko Reed, founder of B-SEEN, discusses using curiosity to support education equity. They explore the importance of creating a safe learning environment, empowering every child, and addressing systemic issues like racism. Analogies to sushi and Goofy highlight the fun of curiosity. Reflections on similarities between curiosity and equity, with a focus on education equity in the Arlington community.

Musician Yoko Sen and nurse Tammy Beaulieu explore the feelings of COVID frontline workers. They emphasize the importance of real questions, healing through reflection, and expressing gratitude. The podcast highlights the challenges healthcare providers face and the power of choosing hope in difficult times.

Philippa Hughes, founder of CuriosityConnects.us, discusses the power of curiosity in connecting people and saving democracy. She explores how engaging with creativity leads to transformative experiences and shares fun analogies about curiosity and clouds.