What is our role in cultivating belonging? (Thomas Lee)

Monte Wood, author of the upcoming book "Generosity Wins," speaks with Justin Boone about the profound concept of generosity, exploring its depths beyond surface-level definitions, challenging commonly accepted notions.

In this episode, Monte Wood delves into the transformative impact of generosity, questioning conventional ideas, and discussing the building of a culture of authentic generosity within our community. How can we collectively foster a broader understanding of generosity? How might we overcome barriers and encourage daily practices that strengthen our bonds and well-being together?

Ukrainian linguist and educational advisor at Sesame Workshop, Christina Pikhmanets, speaks with Justin Boone about the significance of language in shaping cultural identity, decision-making, and societal understanding.

In this episode of Living Untitled, Christina Pikhmanets emphasizes the power of language in fostering empathy, social awareness, and navigating bicultural experiences.How can we better understand the significance of language in shaping our cultural identity and influencing collective decision-making? In what ways can we harness the positive power of language and navigate its potential negative impacts.

Head of R&D at Gehl, Liselott Stenfeldt, speaks with Justin Boone about urban design and how she works with communities to shape an inclusive and sustainable environment for everyone.

In this episode of Living Untitled, Liselott Stenfeldt talks about how creating ease in people's everyday lives through belonging and urban design can encourage sustainability. How can we encourage people to be invested in urban development? What if our sense of belonging was strongly connected to local biodiversity? 

Founder of Playful Solutions, Konstantin Mitgutsch, speaks with Justin Boone about the role of "play" in our lives and how it can create opportunities to build community. 

In this episode of Living Untitled, Konstantin Mitgutsch dives into how the act of playing allows us to bring our full selves and helps us go beyond our limitations. What happens when we go into a state of play? How can we take play seriously and push ourselves to the edge of our competence?

Wellness & technology educator, Caitlin Krause, speaks with Justin Boone about her role guiding people who seek community and human connection in technological landscapes.

In this episode of Living Untitled, Caitlin Krause explores digital wellbeing and the ways we can leverage technology as a tool to better connect people with themselves and others. How is our sense of self mediated by technology? How are we encouraging people in the technology ecosystem to think differently about wellness?

President and creative producer of the opera company, Beth Morrison Projects, Beth Morrison speaks with Justin Boone about her journey as an industry disruptor and now leader in the world of opera. 

In this episode of Living Untitled, Beth Morrison shares how she empowers the next generation of artists and what she believes will ensure the survival of art. How do we create art that is relevant for future generations? How do we continue to lead in innovation and equity, and foster the next generation?

Architectural historian, Daniel D. Paul, speaks with Justin Boone about how his conservation work is a practice in advocating for the future, as much as it is for the past.

In this episode of Living Untitled, Daniel D. Paul dives into the intricacies of architecture, historical preservation, and the value of our environment. What is worth preserving for the future? How do we embrace change while resisting an increasingly homogenous environment?

Psycholinguist and UCLA professor, Idan Blank speaks with Justin Boone about language and how it is the best tool for 'transplanting' thought. 

In this episode of Living Untitled, Idan Blank untangles the relationship between language, our minds, and how we structure the world around us. Does storytelling help us better solve complex problems? What kind of impact does language have on what we consider the truth?

Educator and CEO of First Place for Youth, Thomas Lee speaks with Justin Boone about our critical role in cultivating belonging.

In this episode of Living Untitled, Thomas Lee shares the transformative potential of community support and how his team incorporates belonging into their work with transition-age foster youth. What efforts can we collectively make to reflect back love and a sense of community in our youth? In what ways can we recognize the responsibility we have to the people around us and act on it?

Poet and Peace Activist Mandy Kahn speaks with Justin Boone about how to teach and experience real, lasting peace. 

In this episode of Living Untitled, guest Mandy Kahn shares how she became an advocate, guide and teacher of peace, by raising our consciousness away from exclusively the self and into our default setting: the collective consciousness where all life belongs. What happens when we invite the highest parts of ourselves to feel peace in its truest form, without reactiveness and belligerence, and what can this to transform our relationships and our communities?