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Blue Sky
The Optimism Institute

Hosted by Bill Burke, founder of The Optimism Institute, this weekly podcast will feature inspiring leaders, authors, researchers, and big thinkers who... more

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Episodes

Immaculata De Vivo Discusses the Optimism of Scientists and the Remarkable Research Findings in Her Book, “The Biology of Kindness”

Known in the science community primarily for her work as a geneticists and epidemiologist with a focus on oncology, Immaculata... more

11 Sep 2024 · 50 minutes
Mary Louise and Bruce Cohen on Supporting Skilled Refugees Through Their NGO, Talent Beyond Boundaries

The husband and wife team of Mary Louise and Bruce Cohen have impressive backgrounds in law and government and for... more

04 Sep 2024 · 42 minutes
Christina Menkemeller on Facing Adversity, Finding Purpose in Suffering, and Lifting the Lives of Others

At a time in her life that should have been one of her happiest – just prior to her wedding... more

28 Aug 2024 · 46 minutes
Pediatrician, Parent Coach and Best-Selling Author Dr. Liz Henry Shares Her Optimistic Approach to Raising Kids and Building Strong Families

Dr. Liz Henry is highly-regarded professional in the fields of pediatrics and parenting and in this Blue Sky conversation, she... more

21 Aug 2024 · 46 minutes
Throwback/Encore Presentation: Kevin Kelly on His Book, 'Excellent Advice for Living' and His Long-Held Belief That, “Over the Long Term, the Future Is Decided by Optimists.”

Note for Encore Presentation:  This episode originally dropped in April of 2023 and in the time since, you’ve no doubt heard... more

15 Aug 2024 · 53 minutes
Author Alexandra Hudson on Her Book, 'The Soul of Civility: Timeless Principles to Heal Society and Ourselves'

Alexandra “Lexi” Hudson was raised by a philosopher father and a mother who is a recognized manners expert.  As a... more

07 Aug 2024 · 43 minutes
Tim Fitzpatrick’s on His Company’s Inspiring Mission to Empower Patients Through Virtual Reality

Tim Fitzpatrick learned about healthcare the hard way, as a long-term inpatient undergoing a battery of surgeries to address injuries... more

31 Jul 2024 · 47 minutes
Raul Espinoza Shares His Inspiring Story, From Surviving a Challenging Childhood to Making a Career of Helping Other Men Do the Same

Raul Espinoza’s father had many talents, but an equal number of demons.  He struggled with addiction and was abusive to... more

24 Jul 2024 · 53 minutes
Throwback/Encore Presentation: Steven Pinker, Author and Johnstone Professor in the Department of Psychology at Harvard University

Note for this encore presentation: While much of our discussion centered on Professor Pinker’s views on how the world continues... more

18 Jul 2024 · 43 minutes
Dr. Hasan Merali Describes the Valuable Lessons We Can All Learn from Toddlers in His Optimistic and Fun New Book, 'Sleep Well, Take Risks, Squish the Peas'

Dr. Hasan Merali came to admire toddlers when he began working with kids in a hospital emergency department.  Seeing their... more

10 Jul 2024 · 48 minutes
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Immaculata De Vivo Discusses the Optimism of Scientists and the Remarkable Research Findings in Her Book, “The Biology of Kindness”
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