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When Vipasha, Vee to friends, 18 and single, makes the decision to have her baby, she does more than give up her promising modelling career. She ends up cutting ties with her family and with Ankush, the man she thought she was in love with. Fast-forward 16 years, and she now has two unusual careers: she runs a dog-boarding facility and is a gym instructor. Aryan thinks she is the coolest mom in the world and hopes she will one day find her Prince Charming - exactly what her best friend, Suchi, has in mind for her.

Why do our friends have more friends than we do? Can simple maths help us with our self-esteem? And how can game theory offer solutions to the climate emergency? When we reason well, it is easier to be happy (and good and also, you know, right). But when dealing with others, it's not enough to be clever - you must be able to put yourself in the shoes of the clever person opposite you and think of what they might do. It's this insight that lies at the heart of Reason to Be Happy, whether you are dealing with the Cuban Missile Crisis or letting go of anger.

Nearly a hundred years after its publication, Kurt Gödel's famous proof that every mathematical system must contain propositions that are true - yet never provable - continues to unsettle mathematics, philosophy, and computer science. Yet unlike Einstein, with whom he formed a warm and abiding friendship, Gödel has long escaped all but the most casual scrutiny of his life. 

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Bloomsbury presents The Stoic Capitalist by Robert Rosenkranz, read by Ian Porter. The Stoic ideal of a well-lived life has been around since 300BC, but what can we learn from it 2,300 years later? In The Stoic Capitalist, Robert Rosenkranz shows how its teachings can lead to a life of...

Dive into The Life of Reason, a profound exploration of human progress penned by Spanish-born American philosopher George Santayana. Published in five volumes from 1905 to 1906, this work encompasses Reason in Common Sense, Society, Religion, Art, and Science. Renowned for its poetic prose and depth, Santayanas philosophy is deeply rooted in the materialism of Democritus and the refined ethics of Aristotle, emphasizing the natural evolution of ideal ends. Often regarded as one of the most eloquent philosophical texts in Western history, it offers timeless insights, including the famous ...

The Life of Reason, subtitled The Phases of Human Progress, is a profound five-volume exploration of philosophy penned by Spanish-born American thinker George Santayana between 1905 and 1906. This seminal work encompasses Reason in Common Sense, Reason in Society, Reason in Religion, Reason in Art, and Reason in Science. Celebrated for its lyrical prose, it stands as the pinnacle of Santayanas ethical philosophy, influenced by the materialism of Democritus and the nuanced ethics of Aristotle, with a distinct focus on the natural evolution of ideal ends. Often regarded as one of the most ...

An unflinching and luminous memoir that explores a father’s philosophical transformation when he must reconsider the questions what makes us human? and whose life is worth living? Before becoming a father, Chris Gabbard was a fast-track academic finishing his doctoral dissertation at Stanford...

In Reason in Art, Santayana explores the social and psychological origins of art. He examines its moral and ideal functions, its lapses into tastelessness, and the distinctive character of music, speech, poetry, and prose. The Spanish-born philosopher sees art as part of the broader human context, concluding that art prepares “the world to receive the soul and the soul to master the world.”

The day Lacey Sturm planned to kill herself was the day her grandmother forced her to go to church, a place Lacey thought was filled with hypocrites, fakers, and simpletons. The screaming match she had with her grandmother was the reason she went to church. What she found there was the reason she is alive today. With raw vulnerability, this hard-rock princess tells her own story of physical abuse, drug use, suicide attempts, and her ultimate salvation.

Debates para curiosos e inconformistas que quieran indagar en cómo se configura la realidad en la que vivimos. In Real Life es un proyecto de Arena Media en Reason Why que busca detenerse en el presente para comprender cómo hemos llegado hasta aquí y cuál es el papel que han tenido los medios. En estos debates participan profesionales de diferentes sectores para hacer un análisis crítico y consciente. No se busca dar respuestas o anticipar el futuro, sino invitarnos a hacer preguntas fuera de lo obvio.

Flowers, and the fruits that follow, feed, clothe, sustain, and inspire all humanity. Flowers are used to celebrate all-important occasions, to express love, and are also the basis of global industries. Americans buy 10 million flowers a day, and perfumes are a worldwide industry worth $30 billion annually. Stephen Buchmann takes us along on an exploratory journey of the roles flowers play in the production of our foods, spices, medicines, and perfumes while simultaneously bringing joy and health.

Bridget Jones is back and her life is as chaotic as ever in The Edge of Reason, the number one bestseller from Helen Fielding and the major motion picture starring Renée Zellweger. 'Could The Edge of Reason really be as funny as its predecessor? The answer is yes . . . Bridget, the original...

Bloomsbury presents Thinking of Answers by A C Grayling, read by Gordon Griffin Thought-provoking short essays by Britain's leading public philosopher that show us how to discover our own answers to life's challenges ‘While most philosophy is written in abstruse and ponderous prose, Grayling's...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Deval Patrick, “an inspirational figure guided by optimism and hope who presaged the rise of President Obama” (The Boston Globe), recounts his extraordinary journey from the South Side of Chicago to the governorship of...

This is my very interesting podcast where I'll be discussing the many reasons for having a life coach and what a difference they can make to your life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This six-session audio Bible study captures live and unscripted conversations between Tim Keller and a group of people to address their doubts and objections to Christianity. Using literature, philosophy, and Scripture, Keller and the group explore the truth of Christianity. In his New York...

Reasons Not to Worry is an accessible introduction to the Stoic principles of virtue, moderation and self-discipline, adapting this ancient knowledge to inspire practical advice for everyday life. We're all searching for answers to the biggest questions: How can we be good? Find calm? Properly...

When life turns upside down, the world's cruelty can feel crippling. Unexpected and devastating news like a diagnosis, betrayal, or layoff can make God feel distant—or nonexistent. It's natural to wonder where God is and whether he cares at all. Those who face trials need a reminder that God is still for them. Bob Page, retired Air Force brigadier general, offers ten reasons to persevere in faith and move toward a life of renewed hope and purpose.

Wassup Life, a weekly podcast with Chicago's own Vangundy and Big Ollie. They’re known not shy away from anything giving you the raw uncut truth. If you have a sense of humor tune in each week. Warning this show is not for the easily offended.