Learning a new hobby, skill, or language can give us a new perspective on the world. We talk about the value of lifelong learning and how to get started with something new. An historian also joins us to look back at the origins of Memorial Day.
Featured in this Show
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Memorial Day And The Civil War
On this Memorial Day, we speak with historian Kenneth C. Davis about the holiday’s roots in the Civil War.
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For A Fresh Perspective On Life, Learn Something Completely New
Being a beginner at something is a unique feeling, forcing you to learn new rules and ways of thinking. We talk to the author of a new book who made it his mission to try out as many unfamiliar activities as he could because”learning new skills helps open new worlds.”
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Kenneth C. Davis Guest
- Tom Vanderbilt Guest
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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