The Armen Show
Armen Shirvanian
The Armen Show is the podcast where I, Armen Shirvanian, discuss life and science by myself and with a variety of guests. There will be material on recent happenings, or updates in my days, and there will also be material based on information from science books or recent research. You will be able to listen to me talking with others about their interests or a topic of our mutual choosing, and the basis for the podcast is creation, information, and learning. I am based in Los Angeles and like connecting with the people.
444: Sophie Scott-Brown | The Sociable Spirit Of Anarchy
In this conversation, Armen Shirvanian and Dr. Sophie Scott-Brown explore the concept of anarchy, its misconceptions, and its relevance in contemporary society. They discuss the difference between anarchy and chaos, the nature of human behavior in relation to law and order, and the importance of individuality within community dynamics.
Sophie emphasizes that anarchy is not merely a lack of governance but a potential for creative and collaborative engagement in society. The discussion also touc
443: Sandra Matz | The Intersection of Psychology and Data In “Mindmasters”
In this episode of The Armen Show Podcast, Dr. Sandra Matz discusses her book ‘Mind Masters’ and the intersection of psychology and data. She explores how algorithms can predict personality traits, the importance of storytelling in psychology, and the implications of data privacy. Dr. Matz emphasizes the need for systemic changes to protect individuals’ data and how technology can enhance our understanding of ourselves and improve mental health.
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442: Helen Chandler-Wilde | Rebuilding Identity After Loss In “Lost & Found”
In this episode of The Armen Show Podcast, host Armen Shirvanian speaks with author Helen Chandler-Wilde about her book ‘Lost and Found,’ which explores the profound impact of losing possessions and the emotional journey that follows. Helen shares her personal experience of losing everything in a storage unit fire, discussing the significance of both practical and sentimental items.
The conversation delves into themes of attachment, community, nostalgia, and the psychological aspects of hoardi
441: Brian Jabarian | Exploring the Intersection of Economics and AI
440: Reflecting On A Year Of Insight – 2024 In Review
In this episode, Armen Shirvanian reflects on the highlights of The Armen Show podcast throughout the year of 2024, discussing various themes such as travel, personal growth, beliefs, and the importance of critical thinking. He revisits conversations with guests on topics ranging from art and visual literacy to health technology and neuroscience.
The episode emphasizes the significance of civic engagement, the analysis of the Constitution, and the geopolitics of resources, culminating in a disc
439: Azra Raza | The Importance of Early Detection in Cancer Treatment
438: Vince Beiser | The Geopolitics of Metal Resources In “Power Metal”
In this episode, Armen Shirvanian interviews Vince Beiser, author of ‘Power Metal’, discussing the critical role of metals in the energy transition and the environmental and geopolitical implications of resource extraction. The conversation explores the increasing demand for metals like copper and lithium, the destructive practices of mining, and the dominance of China in the global supply chain.
In this conversation, Vince Beiser discusses the complexities of the supply chai
437: Aziz Rana | The Evolution of Constitutional Thought In “The Constitutional Bind”
In this episode of The Armen Show, host Armen Shirvanian engages with Professor Aziz Rana, author of The Constitutional Bind. They discuss Rana’s academic journey, the importance of writing in shaping thoughts, and the evolution of his book over time.
The conversation delves into the historical context of the Constitution, particularly its reception and interpretation throughout the 20th century, highlighting the shifts in American political culture and the complexities surrounding
436: Robert Talisse | The Key To Democratic Engagement In “Civic Solitude”
In this episode, Armen Shirvanian engages with Professor Robert Talisse, author of Civic Solitude: Why Democracy Needs Distance. They explore the importance of reflective thinking in democracy, the role of passion in political discourse, and the dangers of social media in shaping political communication.
Talisse emphasizes the need for civic solitude to foster better democratic engagement and the importance of maintaining healthy political relationships across divides. The conversation h
435: Kat Fairaway | Film, Creative Collaboration, Roles, And Finding Meaning Through Art
In this episode of the Armen Show podcast, host Armen Shirvanian welcomes filmmaker and actress Kat Fairaway back for her third time on the program. They discuss the evolution of acting and filmmaking, personal stories of creative fulfillment, and the importance of collaboration in the industry.
The conversation also touches on the changing landscape of filmmaking and the stories that resonate with audiences today. In this engaging conversation, Armen Shirvanian and Kat Fairaway delve in
434: Michael Orkin | The Science of Luck and Skill In “The Story of Chance”
In this episode of the Armen Show, Armen Shirvanian Dr. Michael Orkin, author of “The Story of Chance”, an expert in statistics and probability, discussing the nuances of luck versus skill in games, the importance of long-term probability, and the implications of statistics in various fields such as insurance and economics. They delve into the complexities of causation versus correlation and explore Bayes’ rule as a method for updating probabilities based on new informatio
433: Sophie Scott-Brown | Everyday Anarchy, Non-conformism, Hierarchies, And More
In this episode of The Armen Show, Professor Sophie Scott-Brown discusses her journey into anarchism, exploring its relevance in contemporary society. She emphasizes the importance of questioning authority, the role of individual agency, and the need for curiosity in human interactions.
The conversation delves into the qualities of non-conformists, the influence of hierarchy, and the significance of influential thinkers in anarchism. Ultimately, the discussion highlights the potential fo
432: Emeran Mayer & Amanda Doubleday | Exploring The Mind-Gut-Immune Connection
How important is the link between the mind, gut, and our immunity? How does food impact the connection that these parts have? In this episode, endocrine and general surgeon Dr. Amanda Doubleday joins myself, host Armen Shirvanian, to discuss topics in relation to The Mind-Gut-Immune Connection: Understanding How Food Impacts Our Mind, Our Microbiome, and Our Immunity with gastroenterologist and author Dr. Emeran Mayer. We cover the importance of incorporating the immune system into th
431: Gwendolyn Dolske | The Joy Of Delving Into The Details
In this episode, Armen interviews Philosophy Professor Gwendolyn Dolske of Cal Poly Pomona, co-host of The Good Is In The Details podcast with Rudy Salo. They discuss the importance of delving into the details and nuances of life, the joy of philosophical conversations, and the pursuit of knowledge and intellectual growth. They also explore the concept of absurdity in the world and the addictive nature of social media.
Gwendolyn emphasizes the need to prioritize self-care and self-reflec
430: Bronwyn Williams | Saving South Africa From Itself In “Rescuing Our Republic”
Returning guest Bronwyn Williams joins host Armen Shirvanian to discuss her book ‘Rescuing Our Republic’ and the specific challenges faced by South Africa. She explains the collaborative effort behind the book and how it addresses relevant issues in politics, economics, and society.
One of the main themes discussed is the division and inequality in South Africa, particularly in Johannesburg, where high walls and gated communities separate the rich from the poor. Bronwyn also
429: Camilla Nord | Exploring Neuroscience And Mental Health In “The Balanced Brain”
In this episode with host Armen Shirvanian, the show is joined by Professor Camilla Nord, who leads the Mental Health Neuroscience Lab at the University of Cambridge, and is the author of “The Balanced Brain”, published by Princeton University Press. They discuss various topics related to mental health, neuroscience, and the brain. Camilla shares her experience giving public talks and the discomfort that comes with speaking to non-experts.
They also explore the factors that c
428: Amorina Kingdon | The World Of Underwater Sound In “Sing Like Fish”
Amorina Kingdon, author of “Sing Like Fish”, joins us to discuss the impact of sound on underwater life, the differences in sound transmission in air and water, and the effects of man-made noise on marine organisms. She also explores the unique communication methods of dolphins and the challenges of studying the impact of noise on sea life.
The conversation delves into the impact of noise on marine life, the significance of sound in animal societies, and the efforts to mitiga
427: Kyla Scanlon | Finances And Global Markets “In This Economy?”
In this conversation, Kyla Scanlon, author of the book “In This Economy?”, is joined by host Armen Shirvanian, and discusses the direction of society, the importance of understanding the economy, the impact of different generations on change, the role of AI, wealth inequality, financial wherewithal, the vibe economy, and the vulnerability of supply chains. She […]
426: Scott H. Young | 12 Maxims For Mastery in “Get Better at Anything”
Returning guest Scott H. Young is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. In this episode, Scott discusses his new book, “Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery”, which focuses on the process of learning and getting better at various skills. He shares the story of Tetris […]
425: Indre Viskontas | The Bridge Between Neuroscience And Art
In this conversation, I speak with Indre Viskontas, a professor of psychology and a bridge between the worlds of art and neuroscience. We discuss the importance of creativity, the role of improvisation in opera, the impact of generative AI on creativity, and the connection between music and emotions. We also touch on the challenges of […]
424: Democratizing Good Health: The Vision of Thumos Care | Shan Rizvi & Dr. Maryam Baqir
Shan Rizvi and Dr. Maryam Baqir discuss their new venture, Thumos Care, an AI-powered health optimization platform. They aim to bridge the gap between the healthcare industry and the wellness industry by providing individuals with a clear understanding of their current health status and future trajectory. The platform offers personalized health analysis and recommendations based on medical expertise and scientific evidence. The goal is to democratize good health and help individuals maximiz
423: 8 Takeaways From Completion Of The 2024 LA Marathon
On this episode of the show, I go over 8 takeaways from my completion of the 2024 LA Marathon.
422: Bianca Bosker | The Art World And Visual Literacy In “Get The Picture”
In this episode, author Bianca Bosker discusses her book ‘Get the Picture’ and her journey into the art world. She shares her frustration with art and her rediscovery of its importance in her life. Bosker explores the evolution and universality of art, highlighting its essential role in human experience. She also discusses the unique perspective of artists and their ability to see and experience the world differently. Bosker emphasizes the practicality and essentiality of art, c
421: Cailin O’Connor | Philosophy of Science, Biology, Game Theory, And More
Professor Cailin O’Connor is philosopher of biology and behavioral sciences, philosopher of science, and evolutionary game theorist.  She is a Professor in the Department of Logic and Philosophy of Science, and recently finished co-administering the NSF grant “Consensus, Democracy, and the Public Understanding of Science” with philosopher of physics James Owen Weatherall (previous NSF grant Social Dynamics […]
420: Bo Winegard | Psychology, Social Status, Human Variation, And More
Bo Winegard obtained a PhD in social psychology from Florida State University, under the tutelage of Roy Baumeister. He was a professor at a small college in the midwest. Now, he am an independent scholar.
He is interested in human evolution, human variation, the rise of political order, and political conservatism. He also loves literature, film, sports, and mediocre detective fiction.
He hasve many peer-reviewed publications on motley topics and often writes for Quillette. He i
419: Rob Henderson | Social Class, Family, Luxury Beliefs, And More In “Troubled”
“In this raw coming-of-age memoir, in the vein of The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace, The Other Wes Moore, and Someone Has Led This Child to Believe, Rob Henderson vividly recounts growing up in foster care, enlisting in the US Air Force, attending elite universities, and pioneering the concept of “luxury beliefs”—ideas and opinions that confer […]
418: Cecilie Traberg | Beliefs, Behaviors, Influence, And Resistance To Persuasion
Cecilie Traberg is a Psychology PhD Candidate at University of Cambridge in the Social Decision-Making Lab and a Storytelling Fellow at University Arts London studying how social influence, identity and interaction impacts our judgements, beliefs and behaviors. She currently focuses on how these social processes influence misinformation susceptibility and how we can increase resistance to persuasion.
Her research is supported by the Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholarship and the
417: Karin Lang | South American Travels, Legal Work, Relationships, And The Middle East
Welcome attorney Karin Lang back to the show on episode 417, bringing back the in-person discussion after a year of her travels from 2022 to 2023. On this talk, we spoke about the countries that she explored in South America, some elements of dating and relationships that are impactful, her legal work defending victims of childhood sexual assault, and current and past happenings in the Middle East of worldwide importance.
In her travels in South America, Karin experienced a variety of li
416: Andrew Shtulman | A Counterintuitive Guide To Imagination In “Learning To Imagine”
Imagination is commonly thought to be the special province of youth—the natural companion of free play and the unrestrained vistas of childhood. Then come the deadening routines and stifling regimentation of the adult world, dulling our imaginative powers. In fact, Andrew Shtulman argues, the opposite is true. Imagination is not something we inherit at birth, […]
415: Dr. Martha Sweezy & Rebecca Faith Lawson | Therapy, IFS, Self-Esteem, Forgiveness, Validation
What are internal family systems in terms of therapy? How are shame and guilt different and meant to be worked on? What does it take to bring about tangible change in a person’s well-being? Guest therapist Dr. Martha Sweezy joins myself and co-host Rebecca Faith Lawson on episode 415 to discuss these topics and her breadth of experience in the therapy field.
Having worked in community mental health at the outpatient department of the Cambridge Health Alliance for 18 years as a ther
414: Media And Political Misinformation In “Wrong” | Dannagal Young & Rebecca Faith Lawson
On episode 414, my guest University of Delaware Professor Dannagal Young, author of “Wrong”, joins myself and co-host Rebecca Faith Lawson. “In Wrong: How Media, Politics, and Identity Drive Our Appetite for Misinformation, expert in media and politics Dannagal Goldthwaite Young offers a comprehensive model that illustrates how political leaders and media organizations capitalize on our social and cultural identities to separate, enrage, and—ultimately—mobilize us. Th
413: Coco Krumme | The Takeover Of Optimization, And New Approaches To Try, In “Optimal Illusions”
Optimization is the driving principle of our modern world. We now can manufacture, transport, and organize things more cheaply and faster than ever. Optimized models underlie everything from airline schedules to dating site matches. We strive for efficiency in our daily lives, obsessed with productivity and optimal performance. How did a mathematical concept take on such outsize cultural shape? And what is lost when efficiency is gained?
Optimal Illusions traces the fascinating history o
412: 8 Things Learned From Over 400 Episodes Of The Show
Here are the 8 things I cover in this episode, from my experience through running the show:
You can build momentum that can then propel you
You’re not going to mesh with everyone, but you can share and learn with everyone
You get smoother at something you do a lot
Speaking with people and having a record of it is a special thing
Depth develops through the timespan of a discussion
People want to also know you as you come to know them
Consistency keeps all the steps of a pro
411: Yasheng Huang | China’s National Transition In “The Rise And Fall Of The East”
The long history of China’s relationship between stability, diversity, and prosperity, and how its current leadership threatens this delicate balance Chinese society has been shaped by the interplay of the EAST—exams, autocracy, stability, and technology—from ancient times through the present. Beginning with the Sui dynasty’s introduction of the civil service exam, known as Keju, in 587 CE—and continuing through the personnel management system used by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)—Chine
410: Rewilding And Reconnecting With Nature | Jessica Carew Kraft & Rebecca Faith Lawson
Jessica Carew Kraft, journalist and author of “Why We Need To Be Wild: One Woman’s Quest For Ancient Human Answers To 21st Century Problems”, joins myself, Armen Shirvanian, and co-host Rebecca Faith Lawson on episode 410 of the show, where we discuss her book, rewilding, reconnecting with nature, how we survived in the past, and more.
“Jessica Carew Kraft, an urban wife and mom of two, was firmly rooted in the modern world, complete with a high-powered care
409: Lee McIntyre | “On Disinformation: How to Fight for Truth and Protect Democracy”
“The effort to destroy facts and make America ungovernable didn’t come out of nowhere. It is the culmination of seventy years of strategic denialism. In On Disinformation, Lee McIntyre shows how the war on facts began, and how ordinary citizens can fight back against the scourge of disinformation that is now threatening the very fabric of our society.
Drawing on his twenty years of experience as a scholar of science denial, McIntyre explains how autocrats wield disinform
408: John Coates | Financial Institutions That Control In “The Problem Of Twelve”
A “problem of twelve” arises when a small number of institutions acquire the means to exert outsized influence over the politics and economy of a nation.
The Big Four index funds of Vanguard, State Street, Fidelity, and BlackRock control more than twenty percent of the votes of S&P 500 companies—a concentration of power that’s unprecedented in America. Then there’s the rise of private equity funds such as the Big Four of Apollo, Blackstone, Carlyle and KKR, which has amassed $2.7 tri
407: Attraction, Relationships, And Dating Shows | Macken Murphy & Rebecca Faith Lawson
When it comes to the dating landscape, you want to know what is happening and why it is happening. What causes attraction, and what makes for great relationships? What do internet shows on these topics say, and what messages are worth listening to? We cover this on episode 407 with returning guest Macken Murphy and co-host Rebecca Faith Lawson.
406: The Loneliness Epidemic | Todd Kashdan & Rebecca Faith Lawson
“In the scientific literature, I found confirmation of what I was hearing. In recent years, about one-in-two adults in America reported experiencing loneliness. And that was before the national lockdown cut off so many of us from friends, loved ones, and support systems, exacerbating loneliness and isolation
Loneliness is far more than just a bad feeling—it harms both individual and societal health. It is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, d
405: The Social Landscape Part 2 | Creator/Viewer Dynamic & Being A Creator With Rebecca Faith Lawson
The social internet landscape continues to change rapidly, and a lot of people’s time is involved in the various applications in use. Recently, Threads came out from Meta, while TikTok continues to grab lots of attention and Instagram is one of the most default applications for people meeting each other. Within these applications, there are […]
404: Ilana Yurkiewicz | Piecing Together American Healthcare In “Fragmented”
There’s an unspoken assumption when you go to see a doctor: the doctor knows your medical story and is making decisions based on that story. But the reality frequently falls short. Medical records vanish when we switch doctors. Critical details of life-saving treatment plans get lost in muddled electronic charts. The doctors we see change […]
403: The Social Graph Versus The Interest Graph With Rebecca Faith Lawson
In this episode, we cover the topic of the big change in social media of the past decade, from a socially-based graph of our connections that is about familiarity, to an interest-based graph of our connections that is meant for discovery of novel creators and individuals.
With guest cohost Rebecca Faith Lawson, we go into what the change in algorithms has done to the feeling of using various apps like Facebook, Myspace, Instagram, and TikTok over time. We look into what was good about th
402: The Only You Is You | Livestream
Livestream on your unique nature
Reuploaded here after being streamed as episode 402
401: Jeff Lawson | Theology, Life Direction, And Messages
Hello and welcome to episode 401 with Jeff Lawson, theologian and elder at Faith Sarasota. This talk covered a range of life messages, and was an in-person one that went into a few topics of understanding and growth. Jeff’s passion is to utilize his gifts that facilitate an atmosphere that seeks to promote the goal […]
400: Brief Recap Of The Previous 100 Episodes
We have made it into the 400s here on the show. On this one here, I do a brief recap of the past 100 episodes, picking out a few that were notable along the way, and give a little preview of things I would like to include in the 400s.
This episode has a new intro and outro, and look to be adding in pre-episode intros about the guests before their part, as well as a closing portion about the show before the final outro.
Some of the items I look to be adding in are potentially more solo
399: Charlotte Grysolle | Focus, Motivation, Creative Experimentation, And The Stretch Letter
What does it take to do creative experimentation, and what can you get out of it? How does one build and work on their focus and motivation? What is required to build a newsletter, and what is in the Stretch Letter newsletter. Charlotte Grysolle joins on the show from Belgium in episode 399 to cover […]
398: Srinivas Rao | Creativity, Systems, Workflow, And “The Artificially Intelligent Creative”
Embrace the future of creativity with “The Artificially Intelligent Creative,” a groundbreaking guide that will redefine the way you approach your creative projects. This comprehensive book will introduce you to the incredible potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and reveal how you can harness its power to revolutionize your artistic endeavors. It was written by Srinivas Rao, who joins us on episode 398 of the show.
Discover how AI can elevate your creative process by:
397: Faith LeMasters | Sustainable Fashion And The Creation Of L’Avenir De La Mode Magazine
Welcome to episode 397 of the show with Faith LeMasters, representing for sustainable fashion, and who has recently released a first issue of L’Avenir De La Mode Magazine.
From the magazine description:
“After interviewing with multiple designers and creatives, I realized there was a great need for designers, artists, and industry professionals to have a platform where they could truly (and openly) share their perspectives, ideas, experiences, and hopes for the future. Thi
396: John De Froscia | Relationships, Society, And Popular Discourse Topics
Welcome to episode number 396 of the show, with the return of guest John De Froscia, originally of episode 6 early on in the program. In the past, we had spoken of history and travel, and while that comes into this episode, we discuss more about relationships, how society is at this time, and a […]
395: Leroy Hood & Nathan Price | Personalized Predictive Health In “The Age of Scientific Wellness”
A world-renowned scientist and recipient of the National Medal of Science in 2011, Dr. Leroy Hood co-founded the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) in 2000, served as its first President from 2000-2017 and is a Professor and Chief Strategy Officer. In 2016, ISB affiliated with Providence where Dr. Hood now serves as Emeritus Science Advisor. […]
394: Helen Nuttall | Speech, Hearing, Action, And Their Impacts From Aging
How is speech and ability to perform action affected by aging? On episode 394, Dr. Helen Nuttall of Lancaster University joins us to discuss effects of aging on speech, how our minds work in different capacities, and some of her research in the field.
Dr. Nuttall is a Lecturer in Cognitive Neuroscience and a BBSRC New Investigator in the Department of Psychology at Lancaster University UK, where she leads the Neuroscience of Speech and Action (NoSA) Laboratory. The NoSA Lab investigates
393: Gary Kazazian | Updates, Building And Connecting With Community, Goals, And Mindset
On this episode of the show, we bring back past guest Gary Kazazian for an update on happenings in his content-creation world, as well as in the fishing community that he participates in with California Surf Fishing and twin Kaspar, who has also been on the show. We go over his efforts, mindset in the field, the value of connection in community, and more.
Gary has written the book California Surf Fishing, and also takes people out on guided trips to hone their skills. Some good perspecti
392: Remake Of The Livestream
Hello and welcome to episode 392 of the show. In this one, I cover a variety of topics similar to what I covered on a livestream attempt a couple of days prior. This includes material on other podcasts, the personal development space, the space for relationships and dating, and some recent and upcoming episodes. Adding […]
391: Nita Farahany | Defending The Right To Think Freely In “The Battle for Your Brain”
Nita A. Farahany is a leading scholar on the ethical, legal, and social implications of emerging technologies. She is the Robinson O. Everett Distinguished Professor of Law & Philosophy at Duke Law School, the Founding Director of Duke Science & Society, the Faculty Chair of the Duke MA in Bioethics & Science Policy, and principal investigator of SLAP Lab.
On “The Battle for Your Brain”:
“A new dawn of brain tracking and hacking is coming. Will you be pr
390: Bronwyn Williams & Rebecca Faith Lawson | Narrative, Optimism, Investment In A Life, And More
Welcome to a great multi-person discussion on episode 390 of the show, with two past guests returning to the program. In person with me during this recording in Florida is returning guest Rebecca Faith Lawson, while we have Bronwyn Williams of South Africa returning to the show remotely.
We go over a few discussion topics that originated from current thoughts and happenings, as well as from Bronwyn’s recent short clips on her Substack. These include:
those who take advantage of
389: Sukun Chopra | What Is Involved In “Becoming An Epic Being”?
Sukun Chopra joins us on episode 389 of The Armen Show Podcast. Sukun helps to create emotional awareness in the world, and is podcast host of Becoming an Epic Being. We spoke about a variety of topics in relation to self-awareness, well-being, conflict resolution, and more. From her description, “We’ve all grown up with ideas […]
388: Brian Lowery | How Our Self Is A Social Creation In “Selfless”
Brian S. Lowery is an American social psychologist. Lowery obtained a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign in 1996, and subsequently began graduate study at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned a master’s degree in 1998 and a doctorate in 2002. Social psychologist and Stanford professor Brian Lowery presents […]
387: Food For Thought Friday With Rebecca | The Family Unit, Expression, Polarization
On this Food For Thought Friday with Rebecca, we go into a few topics of importance in society, with Rebecca Faith Lawson coming to us from the University of South Florida for an impromptu discussion on many fronts. We discuss some statistics on the nuclear family, polarization of views, those who do expressing versus those who could bring a lot to expression, and more.
What is the value of the nuclear family, and why has it become less common in recent decades?
How has polarization a
386: Sheena Iyengar | How To Come Up With And Build On Your Best Ideas In “Think Bigger”
Sheena Iyengar is the S. T. Lee Professor of Business in the Management Department at Columbia Business School and the best-selling author of The Art of Choosing (2010). She is a leading expert on the study of innovation, choice, leadership, and creativity and regularly consults with a range of organizations on methods for innovation. She joins on episode 386, where we discuss her upcoming book Think Bigger, which comes out April 11.
“In Think Bigger, Sheena Iyengar—an acclaim
385: Susan Finkbeiner | Butterfly Mimicry, Convergent Evolution, And More With The Scientific Model
Dr. Susan Finkbeiner is a lecturer of Biology at California State University of Long Beach, as well as a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Chicago. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Entomology from Cornell University, and a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of California, and joins me on episode 385 of the show, where we discuss much about butterflies, including types of mimicry, mating, dimorphism, scent, her Costa Rica study abroad effor
384: Gloria Mark | Restoring Balance, Happiness, And Productivity By Mastering Our “Attention Span”
Professor Gloria Mark of UC Irvine joins on episode 384 of the show, where we go into detail on her latest book Attention Span. From Gloria’s bio, “My research area is human-computer interaction (HCI) studying the interplay of technology with individuals, groups, and society. I study how people interact with information technology in their everyday […]
383: Mikko Hyppönen | Cybersecurity Expertise In “If It’s Smart, It’s Vulnerable”
Mikko Hermanni Hyppönen is a Finnish computer security expert, speaker and author. He is known for the Hyppönen Law about IoT security, which states that whenever an appliance is described as being “smart”, it is vulnerable. He joins us on episode 383, where we discuss malware, viruses, cyber warfare, and more from If It’s Smart, […]
382: Erik Angner | Stories And Examples Of “How Economics Can Save The World”
Our guest on episode 382 of the show is Professor Erik Angner of Stockholm University, who joins me to discuss his book How Economics Can Save The World. “Economics has the power to make the world a better, happier and safer place: this book shows you how Our world is in a mess. The challenges of climate change, inequality, hunger and a global pandemic mean our way of life seems more imperilled and society more divided than ever; but economics can help! From parenting to organ donatio
381: Ruben | Expression, Reducing Self-Censorship, And Being True To You On “Social Animal”
Welcome to episode 381 of the show, with my guest and host of Social Animal, Ruben. Ruben helps people connect with the people around them, and, as we get into in the episode, helps individuals not censor themselves and the things that speak to them.
On Social Animal, Ruben goes out with individuals for a day (or more) to guide them and give feedback on what they are doing, such that they can express themselves to others when they feel up to it. I like the detail he gives to people, and
380: Chiara Russo Krauss | Relativistic Positivism, Eindeutigkeit, And More In “The Philosophy of Joseph Petzoldt”
Professor Chiara Russo Krauss is a researcher at University of Naples Federico II, Department of Humanities, who serves as Associate Professor in History of Philosophy, and who is interested in introspection and introspectionism, history of psychology, 19th and 20th century philosophy. She joins on episode 380, where we discuss and preview some material from upcoming book The Philosophy of Joseph Petzoldt, out February 9th.
“This volume is the first English resource to shed light o
379: Murray Pittock | Scotland And The World In “Scotland: The Global History”
In this wide-ranging, deeply researched account, Murray Pittock examines the place of Scotland in the world. Pittock explores Scotland and Empire, the rise of nationalism, and the pressures on the country from an increasingly monolithic understanding of “Britishness.” From the Thirty Years’ War to Jacobite risings and today’s ongoing independence debates, Scotland and its diaspora […]
378: Temple Grandin | Using Pictures, Patterns, And Abstractions To Understand In “Visual Thinking”
Joining us on episode 378 is Dr. Temple Grandin, author of Visual Thinking: The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions. Dr. Grandin is a designer of livestock handling facilities and a Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. Facilities she has designed are located in the United States, Canada, […]
377: John Coogan | Founding Of Soylent And Lucy, And YouTube Technology Storytelling
Our guest on episode 377 of the show is John Coogan, technologist, YouTuber, and co-founder of Soylent and Lucy. He has been an entrepreneur for a decade across multiple companies, and has brought forward marketing, ecommerce strategy, engineering, and finance to where he worked. Aside from his company work, he has become a great storyteller […]
376: James Geraghty | Biotechnology For Rare Diseases “Inside The Orphan Drug Revolution”
Advances in medicine have made possible better treatments for widespread, familiar human illnesses like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Yet there are thousands of much less common diseases, most of genetic origin, each classed as “rare” because it afflicts only a small number of people. These patient groups were long ignored by a pharmaceutical industry […]
375: Rama Chellappa | Guiding Use And Evolution Of Artificial Intelligence In “Can We Trust AI?”
Rama Chellappa, a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor in electrical and computer engineering and biomedical engineering and chief scientist at the Johns Hopkins Institute for Assured Autonomy, is a pioneer in the area of artificial intelligence. His work in computer vision, pattern recognition, and machine learning have had a profound impact on areas including biometrics, smart cars, forensics, and 2D and 3D modeling of faces, objects, and terrain. His work in motion capturing and imaging sho
374: Nicole Barbaro | Science Education, Attachment Systems, Personality Differences, And “Bookmarked”
Dr. Barbaro holds a Ph.D. in psychology with a specialization in evolution and human development from Oakland University. She is currently an Educational Research Scientist for WGU Labs, an Adjunct Professor at Utah Valley University, and the Communications Officer for the Human Behavior and Evolution Society.
Outside of her formal work, she spends the majority of her time reading non-fiction books, writing about science and higher education, and exploring our wo
373: Jana Gallus | Incentives, Innovation, Awards, And Strategy
Jana Gallus is an assistant professor in the strategy group at UCLA Anderson. Her research interests lie in behavioral economics, strategy, and innovation, with a focus on recognition incentives and their effects on decision-making. She investigates how incentive schemes can be designed to enhance employee motivation and organizational performance in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
Gallus’ work has been published in Management Science, Strategic Management Journal,&
372: Marion Labouré | The Promises Of Fintech For Global Opportunities In “Democratizing Finance”
Joining us on episode 372 is Dr. Marion Labouré, author of Democratizing Finance: The Radical Promise of Fintech. She is Senior Economist at Deutsche Bank in London and an associate of the department of economics at Harvard University.
Regarding what “Democratizing Finance” covers, “We are only in the early stages of a broader revolution that will impact every aspect of the global economy, including commerce and government services. Coming financial technology
371: Andrew Shtulman | Science Education, Conceptual Change And Development, And The Thinking Lab
Professor Andrew Shtulman is a cognitive developmental psychologist who studies conceptual development and conceptual change, particularly as they relate to science education. He is a Professor of Cognitive Science and Psychology at Occidental College, and chair of its Psychology department.
His research explores both the acquisition of domain-specific concepts and the development of domain-general inference strategies. His work has appeared in such journals as Cognition, Cognitive Psych
370: Michael Shermer | Why The Rational Believe The Irrational In “Conspiracy”
Welcome to episode 370 with Dr. Michael Shermer, author of “Conspiracy”, historian of science, executive director of The Skeptics Society, and founding publisher of Skeptic magazine.
“This book is a must read for understanding conspiracy theories, who believes them and why, and how to counter them. When author Michael Shermer saw the video of a middle-aged man named Kevin Seefried walking across the rotunda in the Capitol Building dome on January 6, 2021, proudly waving
369: Jacob Soll | From Ancient Rome To The 21st Century In “Free Market: The History of an Idea”
Jacob Soll is professor of history and accounting at the University of Southern California. He received a B.A. from the University of Iowa, a D.E.A. from the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales in Paris, France, and a Ph.D. from Magdalene College, Cambridge University. He has been awarded numerous prestigious prizes including two NEH Fellowships, the Jacques Barzun Prize, a Guggenheim Fellowship, and, in 2011, the MacArthur Fellowship.
Soll’s first book, Publishing “T
368: Bronwyn Williams | Futurism, Business Trends, And Economics
Bronwyn Williams is a futurist, economist, and business trends analyst. “Bronwyn, from Johannesburg, South Africa has a background which includes experience in strategic management, trend research and foresight; consulting to clients in the public and private sector across the African continent. Her educational credentials include tertiary qualifications in Marketing Management (University of Johannesburg), Economics (University […]
367: Cory Clark | Victimhood For Resources, Adversarial Collaborations, And Motivated Free Will Belief
How does one use victimhood for resources, and what qualities does such a person possess? What can we get when scientists of differing viewpoints work together? Can one be motivated to look at free will in others differently based on a view of their moral nature? I discuss these topics and more with returning guest behavioral scientist Dr. Cory Clark on episode 367 of The Armen Show.
From her bio, “Cory Clark, Ph.D., is the Executive Director and Co-Founder (along with Profess
366: Macken Murphy | Connection With Animals, Female Infidelity, And Evolutionary Anthropology
What can we learn about different species that exist on the planet, and the world that they live in? What kinds of senses do they make use of, and what do we share with our fellow species? I discuss some of what is covered on the Species podcast, along with the topics of female infidelity […]
365: Övül Sezer | Impression Mismanagement, Bragging Wisely, And Navigating Social Feedback
How can we best navigate our social world to make a good impression and not err in showcasing our good qualities? What does it take to identify what the mistakes are in this category, and what kind of analysis should we do of the feedback that people give us? Professor Övül Sezer joins on episode 365 of the show to guide us in understanding impression mis-management and more.
Professor Övül Sezer is Assistant Professor of Management and Organizations at Cornell University. She received h
364: Nicole Iturriaga | Rewriting Spain’s Past Through Forensics In “Exhuming Violent Histories”
Can the history of a country be looked at differently through analysis of what was left behind and how things actually may have occurred? Are we able to see events more clearly with some space of time and a calmer moment in place. On episode 364, I speak with UC Irvine’s Professor Nicole Iturriaga on these topics in relation to the records of Spain during and after the Franco regime, as described in her book Exhuming Violent Histories: Forensics, Memory, and Rewriting Spain’s Past.
363: Alfred Mele | Philosophical Viewpoints In “Free Will: An Opinionated Guide”
What can we learn about free will? What layers are there to understand regarding the discussion between determinism and free will? I speak on these topics with Professor Alfred Mele of Philosophy at Florida State University on episode 363 of the show. He is the author of Free Will: An Opinionated Guide.
Alfred Remen Mele is an American philosopher and the William H. and Lucyle T. Werkmeister Professor of Philosophy at Florida State University. He is also the past Director of the Ph
362: Carrie James & Emily Weinstein | What Teens Are Facing “Behind Their Screens”
Carrie James and Emily Weinstein are the authors of “Behind Their Screens: What Teens Are Facing (and Adults Are Missing).
How are teens navigating a networked world? What are they doing on their smartphones, and what does their response say about the current moment? Is there something more than addiction to screens and connectivity going on? On episode 362, I discuss these topics with Dr. Emily Weinstein and Dr. Carrie James, co-authors of Behind Their Screens: What Teens Are Facing (
361: Kaylene McClanahan | Social Hierarchies, Dominance, And Prestige
How are hierarchies formed, maintained and challenged? My guest on the topic of hierarchies, as well as the categories of dominance and prestige, is Dr. Kaylene McClanahan, postdoctoral fellow at the UCLA Anderson School of Management. She joins on episode 361 of The Armen Show.
Kaylene McClanahan is a social scientist who researches social hierarchies. She received her PhD from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern. Kaylene is a proponent of reproducible science and an avid R
360: Jennifer Jacquet | Corporate Entities Subverting The Common Good In “The Playbook”
Jennifer Jacquet is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Studies and Director of XE: Experimental Humanities and Social Engagement at NYU. She is also deputy director of NYU’s Center for Environmental and Animal Protection.
Her research focuses on animals and the environment, Agnotology, and attribution and responsibility in the Anthropocene. She is author of The Playbook: How to Deny Science, Sell Lies, and Make a Killing in the Corporate World, a work of R
359: Steve Magness | Building Toughness And Seeking Discomfort In “Do Hard Things”
Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on performance. He is the author of the new book Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and The Surprising Science of Real Toughness. He is the coauthor of Peak Performance, The Passion Paradox, and the author of The Science of Running. Collectively his books have sold more than a quarter-million copies in print, ebook, and audio formats.
Magness has served as an executive coach to individuals in a variety o
358: Karin Lang | Traveling Europe And Southeast Asia, Confidence Of Self, And Sexual Relations
What kind of bigger-picture understanding can come with traveling to parts of the world and immersing yourself in the culture or activities, and connecting in-depth with locals? How can one’s internal confidence affect connection and physical linkage with others along the way? We cover these topics and more with attorney and world traveler Karin Lang on episode 358 of The Armen Show.
Whether it is going to a region of Europe, or a region of Southeast Asia, Karin tells us of some of
357: Philip C. Ball – Understanding Ourselves And Other Beings In “The Book Of Minds”
How do we think about minds that are not human? How do we look at recent efforts in technology that have come out with platforms able to compete with humans on certain tasks? Science writer Philip C. Ball joins us on episode 357 of The Armen Show to discuss these topics from his book The […]
356: Mary Childs | A Story Of Bond Market Maneuvering In “The Bond King”
You may have thought of the bond market as a relatively calm and uncompetitive location where the idea of getting big profits is not as common, but Bill Gross did not see it that way. In The Bond King: How One Man Made a Market, Built an Empire, and Lost It All, author Mary Childs takes us through his story of growth and scenarios along the way. She takes us through the story, and we also cover her Planet Money podcast, here on episode 356 of the show.
“From the host of NPR’s Plane
355: Rebecca Faith Lawson | Authenticity, Belief, Time Horizons, And Perspective
Welcome back guest Rebecca Faith Lawson to the show on episode 355, as we have a discussion live with the backdrop of the beach sands in place. We spoke here on Playa Del Rey Beach about the topics of authenticity, following your beliefs, not getting thrown off by others, perfectionist views, and more. The topic […]
354: Robby Devine | Art Direction, Creative Consulting, And Event Style
Welcome to episode 354 of the show, live in person at Los Angeles Swim Week, which was having its first run-through in the LA area. Not only did we get to speak with art director and creative consultant Robby Devine on the show, but we had surprise guests Sydney Marcus and Amanda Clair join us late into the episode.
There is something great about the live episodes, and this one was no exception. We went into mindset, the value of giving people a full opportunity without having suspicions
353: Jamie Susskind | Freedom And Democracy In “The Digital Republic”
Attorney Jamie Susskind joins on episode 353 of the show, where we discuss his latest book The Digital Republic: On Freedom and Democracy in the Twenty-First Century.
Jamie Susskind is also author of the award-winning bestseller Future Politics: Living Together in a World Transformed by Tech (Oxford University Press, 2018), an Evening Standard and Prospect Book of the Year. Future Politics was awarded the 2019 Estoril Global Issues Distinguished Book Prize.
Jamie is an author and bar
352: Mike Liu | Engineering, Innovation, And Applications Of “FreeFuse”
Joining us on episode 352 of the show is Dr. Mike Liu, founder of FreeFuse.
Dr. Liu has a Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering from Texas A&M University. He has done research on Additive Manufacturing of CoCrMo using Laser Engineered Net Shaping (LENS) to print compositional gradients and metal single structures. He also taught two polymer materials courses using Dream Forge 3D printer and AutoDesk Fusion 3D CAD modeling software.
“FreeFuse radical
351: Donald Hoffman | Perception Limitation Through Our Senses In “The Case Against Reality”
Professor Donald Hoffman, author of The Case Against Reality: How Evolution Hid the Truth from Our Eyes, joins on episode 351 of the show.
Donald David Hoffman is an American cognitive psychologist and popular science author. He is a professor in the Department of Cognitive Sciences at the University of California, Irvine, with joint appointments in the Department of Philosophy, the Department of Logic and Philosophy of Science, and the School of Computer Science.
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350: Juliana Schroeder | Decision-Making, Social Judgment, And Mind Perception
Juliana Schroeder
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Juliana Schroeder is an award-winning professor in the Management of Organizations group at the Haas School of Business. She is a faculty affiliate in the Social Psychology Department, the Cognition Department, and the Center for Human-Compatible AI at UC Berkeley. She teaches the Negotiations and Conflict Resolution course at Haas. She joins me on episode 350 of the show, where we discuss various research topics from her articles.
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349: Sara Manning Peskin | On The Brain Being Hijacked In “A Molecule Away From Madness”
“Our brains are the most complex machines known to humankind, but they have an Achilles heel: the very molecules that allow us to exist can also sabotage our minds. Here are gripping accounts of unruly molecules and the diseases that form in their wake.” On episode 349 of The Armen Show, we have guest Dr. Sara Manning Peskin, author of “A Molecule Away from Madness: Tales of the Hijacked Brain”.
Dr. Sara Manning Peskin received her undergraduate degree in biochemi
348: Jon Alexander & Ariane Conrad | Transferring To The Citizen Story From Consumerism In “Citizens”
What is the difference between a citizen and a consumer? How can we become more involved in our society than we currently are? On episode 348, Jon Alexander and Ariane Conrad of the book Citizens join to discuss this concept, as well as steps in the writing process, and being a support for a creative.
In 2014, Jon Alexander co-founded the New Citizenship Project with Irenie Ekkeshis, a former adland colleague. Their mission was to figure out how to use their skills not just to sell
347: Michelle Drouin | Understanding And Detailing The Intimacy Famine In “Out Of Touch”
Is there an intimacy famine in place at this time? Are people short of touch and connection that is vital for a healthy life? Indeed, “millions of people around the world are not getting the physical, emotional, and intellectual intimacy they crave.” Behavior scientist Dr. Michelle Drouin joins on episode 347 of the show to cover topics in relation to this famine that is in place.
Dr. Michelle Drouin (B.A. Cornell University; Ph.D. University of Oxford) is a psychology profes
346: Christina Aguinaga | Voice Acting, Socializing, And Networking
Singer, songwriter, and voiceover artist Christina Aguinaga joins on episode 346, recorded with a great backdrop of the greenery and mountains.
From her bio, “I’ve been using my voice for as long as I can remember. I grew up reading stories to my brother and sister, especially since we joined the reading program at the local library. I was introduced to Aesop’s Fables, Grimm’s Fairy Tales, the Poetry of Shel Silverstien, and so much more. It wasn’t long after that I started singing
345: Nick Enfield | Narrative, Storytelling, And More In “Language Vs. Reality”
N. J. Enfield is a professor and the chair of linguistics at the University of Sydney, and a research associate in the Language and Cognition Group at the Max Planck Institute. He joins on episode 345, where we discuss his latest book Language Vs. Reality: Why Language Is Good for Lawyers and Bad for Scientists.
“Enfield offers a lively exploration of the science underlying the bugs and features of language. He examines the tenuous relationship between language and reality; details
344: Justin E. H. Smith | Philosophy Of The Internet In “The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is”
Welcome to episode 344 of the show with Professor Justin E. H. Smith, author of The Internet Is Not What You Think It Is, joining us on the program to discuss topics from his book. “An original deep history of the internet that tells the story of the centuries-old utopian dreams behind it—and explains why […]
343: Peter S. Alagona | People And Wildlife Connecting In Cities In “The Accidental Ecosystem”
Cities represent a place where wildlife once chose to be, and where we have come together with wildlife in the current moment. With wildlife thriving in cities, we have the opportunity to create vibrant urban ecosystems that serve both people and animals. The Accidental Ecosystem tells the story of how cities across the United States went from having little wildlife to filling, dramatically and unexpectedly, with wild creatures. Author and Professor Peter S. Alagona joins on episode 343 to
342: Thatcher Wine | Keeping Your Focus On Single Items In “The Twelve Monotasks”
Are you able to do one thing at a time with full presence or concentration? What are categories of life that we can look at to bring this full presence to? Self-improvement author and bibliophile Thatcher Wine joins us on episode 342 of the show to detail twelve such examples from his book The Twelve Monotasks: Do One Thing At A Time.
Thatcher Wine is a Self-improvement author, professional book curator, bibliophile, and founder of Juniper Books. He is mostly known for designing and crea
341: Jackie Higgins | Our Wonderful Senses Illuminated By Animals In “Sentient”
When it comes to what we can learn about our senses from animals of the world, a lot is illuminated by Jackie Higgins, author of Sentient: How Animals Illuminate the Wonder of Our Human Senses. She joins on episode 341, with an array of organisms to present, along with the senses that those organisms inform […]
340: Maylis Besserie | Themes And Messages From “Les amours dispersées” and “Le tiers temps”
Following the great success of her first novel Le Tiers Temps, French novelist and producer Maylis Besserie has continued forward with her latest novel Les amours dispersées. She joins us from France on episode 340 of the show to discuss her novels, writing, themes from the content, and shares with us some of the elements […]
339: Susan Liautaud | Thought Provoking Ethics In “The Little Book Of Big Ethical Questions”
Ethical questions can come up in many facets of our life. What we do in a scenario says a lot about what we value, how we think about others, and I would add that it relates to our long-term well-being. On episode 339, returning guest Dr. Susan Liautaud brings her years of experience in the ethical domain to discuss with me regarding a variety of thought-provoking ethical questions presented in her new book The Little Book of Big Ethical Questions.
The book is divided into sections of et
338: Morten H. Christiansen & Nick Chater | The Role Of Improvisation In “The Language Game”
Improvisation has taken language a far distance from its origination, with what we make up as we go adjusting the language over time. A delightful discussion on this topic ensues here with both past guest Professor Nick Chater and new guest Professor Morten H. Christiansen, co-authors of The Language Game: How Improvisation Created Language and Changed the World. I was glad to have both on episode 338 of the show for a group discussion on topics from the book.
Morten H. Christianse
337: Jing Tsu | How A Language Revolution Brought China To Modernity In “Kingdom Of Characters”
How important is language to the modernization of a nation? What did the modernization of Chinese have to do with making the country more modern? Professor Jing Tsu of Yale explores this topic in her latest book Kingdom of Characters: The Language Revolution That Made China Modern, and she joins on episode 337 of The Armen Show to cover language, history, China, and more.
Jing Tsu, a 2016 Guggenheim fellow, specializes in modern Chinese literature & culture and Sinophone studies, fro
336: Chris Boutte | Podcasting And Books With The Host Of “The Rewired Soul”
Can you rewire your soul and the parts of your mind that you want to work on? Fellow podcaster and content-creator Chris Boutte of The Rewired Soul Podcast joins us on episode 336 of the show to discuss the content he has made in recent years, along with his process. We have spoken with some of the same guests, and Chris has been prolific in his reading and guest episodes.
Chris Boutté is a Las Vegas-based author and influencer. You may also know him as The Rewired Soul, his pseudonym on
335: Rory Cellan-Jones | Getting A Sense Of The Social Smartphone Era In “Always On”
What can we know about smartphones being in the hands of everyone, and always remaining on? Are there hopeful elements that relate with this, as well as elements to be worried about? After his 40 years as technology correspondent for the BBC, author Rory Cellan-Jones wrote about this topic in his latest book Always On: Hope and Fear in the Social Smartphone Era, and joins us on episode 335 of the show.
Rory was the BBC’s expert on trends in new technology, and how the web is changing our
334: Sheila Jasanoff | The Unknowns Of Our Emotional And Political Lives In “Uncertainty”
How does uncertainty apply in our emotional and political lives? On episode 334, Professor Sheila Jasanoff of Harvard opens a forum on uncertainty and democracy in her volume titled Uncertainty. The debate that follows explores the ideas about uncertainty and experts in a democracy, as well its scientific, philosophic, and emotional aspects.
Sheila Jasanoff is Pforzheimer Professor of Science and Technology Studies at the Harvard Kennedy School. A pioneer in her field, she has authored m
333: Todd Kashdan | Courage And Skill To Question Others In “The Art Of Insubordination”
Here on 2/22/2022, episode 333 of the show makes its way with Professor Todd Kashdan of George Mason University, author of The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy Effectively. If one wants to make a case for themselves that counters a view of superiors or others they are involved with, they have to have the right mindset and technique going into the action.
Awarded the 2013 Distinguished Early Career Researcher Award by the American Psychological Association, Todd Kashdan is
332: John A. List | Getting Ideas To Improve And Scale In “The Voltage Effect”
We want to up the electricity, and keep the voltage of our activity on a high note. What does it mean to have momentum in scaling, and then losing it after a period of time? What does it take to get to that high level of voltage in the first place? On episode 332, I […]
331: Florence Williams | The Scientific and Personal Journey Through “Heartbreak”
Welcome to episode 331 of the show, where we have journalist Florence Williams taking us through the personal and scientific story of a heartbreak in her book Heartbreak: A Personal and Scientific Journey. She showcases not only the personal element of the happening, but some of the scientific effects that come with the process. Florence […]
330: Zoe Chance | Having Ethical Influence On Others In “Influence Is Your Superpower”
How far can influence take you? How can you be influential, while being ethical in the process? Yale Professor of Marketing Zoe Chance shares information on this topic, and is author of the book Influence Is Your Superpower: The Science of Winning Hearts, Sparking Change, and Making Good Things Happen.
Professor Chance studies and teaches influence, focusing on research-based strategies for helping people lead richer, healthier, happier lives. Her work has been featured in the New Y
329: Gary & Kaspar Kazazian | Methods, Tips, And Strategies In “California Surf Fishing”
As we make our way to episode 329 of the show, we switch things up with the creators of California Surf Fishing, a duo who fishes on the coast of California. Both Gary and Kaspar Kazazian have joined on previous episodes, but never both together and on video, and they join on this one to discuss the book of their fishing knowledge titled California Surf Fishing: The Hunt for Big Fish.
Since 2017, Gary and Kaspar of California Surf Fishing have spent countless hours fishing the Southe
328: Benjamin van Rooij | The Intersection Of Law And Behavior In “The Behavioral Code”
How can the law make us better, and how does it connect with human behavior? In exploring the topic, authors Benjamin van Rooij and Adam Fine present many examples of how the law has been intended and applied. Professor van Rooij joins us on episode 328 to discuss this and more from his co-authored book […]
327: Johnjoe McFadden | Exploring Application And History Of Occam’s Razor In “Life Is Simple”
“Entities should not be multiplied without necessity” is the message behind Occam’s Razor, and seeking the simplest explanation for a conundrum is a strong force in science. On episode 327, Professor Johnjoe McFadden of the University of Surrey takes us through history, science, and philosophy, as connected with Occam’s Razor, in his latest book Life Is Simple: How Occam’s Razor Set Science Free And Shapes The Universe.
Professor McFadden obtained his PhD at
326: Jorge L. Contreras | The Story Of The “AMP v. Myriad” Gene Patent Case In “The Genome Defense”
The case Association for Molecular Pathology v. Myriad Genetics, Inc., 569 U.S. 576, was a case challenging the validity of gene patents in the United States, and few have explored the details of this case more thoroughly than attorney, professor, and author Jorge L. Contreras. His latest book The Genome Defense: Inside the Epic Legal Battle to Determine Who Owns Your DNA covers the case from its initial cause, each of the court stages up to the Supreme Court, and all the key players along
325: Uma Naidoo | Tackling Mental Issues In “This Is Your Brain On Food”
Hello and welcome to episode 325 of the show, with guest Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of This Is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensable Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More. This book covers the relation between food and response in many categories of mental difficulty. Michelin-starred chef […]
324: Stefanie K. Johnson | Leadership And Uniqueness In Teams In “Inclusify”
Welcome to episode 324 of the show, with my guest Professor Stefanie K. Johnson of the University of Colorado-Boulder. Leadership and bringing uniqueness to teams are two topics of importance. On this episode, we discuss topics from her latest book Inclusify: The Power of Uniqueness and Belonging to Build Innovative Teams, a Wall Street Journal bestseller.
Dr. Stefanie K. Johnson is an associate professor of Organizational Leadership and Information Analytics at the University of Colorad
323: Emily Erikson, Susan Liautaud, Daniel Markovits | Economic Thought, History, And Ethics
Welcome to a special episode of The Armen Show, where we continue with our second panel of guests (link to the past panel), on the topic of economic thought, history, and ethics.
Joining in on this special episode is Dr. Susan Liautaud, author of The Power of Ethics, Professor Emily Erikson, author of Trade and Nation, and Professor Daniel Markovits, author of The Meritocracy Trap.
You can check out my past episodes with Dr. Liautaud, Professor Erikson, and Professor Markovits.
322: Matthew Stewart | The Dynamics In Play For “The 9.9 Percent”
What can we think about with regards to the upper end of the economic spectrum in the United States, other than the top 0.1%? The next 9.9 percent fit into a specific category of relevance in this country, competing in a different form than the other brackets, and their scenario comes with its own qualms. In episode 322 of The Armen Show, author and philosopher Matthew Stewart joins us in discussing concepts from his latest book The 9.9 Percent: The New Aristocracy That Is Entrenching Inequ
321: Representing Joy And Love Through Comedy, Rap, And Philosophy
Hello and welcome to episode 321 of the show, and we are glad to bring one full of messages about joy, being, and philosophy. Understanding the life we live is key. This one is an episode in person, and brings together discussion about creation in music, comedy, and social interaction. There is something good about […]
320: Moment Specificity, Life Entropy, And Message Simplicity
Here we are at episode 320 of the show, where I discuss various concepts from messages I had written down in snippets. From taking advantage of the specificity of the moment, responding effectively to the shock of life entropy, and keeping messages simple for prolific network spread, this episode covers a variety of material.
The moment is a key element of this episode, because each moment in our time is one that speaks to us in one way or another. Check this one out to hear more about makin
319: Vanessa Bohns | The Extent of Impact In “You Have More Influence Than You Think”
Does our influence go further than we think of? Are people taking cues and guidance from us, when we are not even aware of it? Professor Vanessa Bohns of Cornell University is a social psychologist who has explored this topic in her latest book You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion, and Why It Matters.
Professor Bohns received her PhD in Social Psychology from Columbia University and her AB in Psychology from Brown University. Prior to joini
318: Kat Fairaway | Havaya, Mindfulness, And Discussion Of Stoic Philosopher Quotes
Actress and filmmaker Kat Fairaway returns on episode 318 of The Armen Show, and we discuss havaya, mindfulness, updates, and 9 quotes from the stoic philosophers Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius.
Kat is an actress living in Los Angeles, who recently starred in three feature films released on Amazon and Lifetime, including: Kidnapped by a Classmate opposite Adam Zastrow (The Kaminsky Method & American Horror Story) and Psycho Escort. Her theater experience includes the world de
317: Brandy Schillace | Transplanting The Soul In “Mr. Humble And Dr. Butcher”
Welcome to episode 317 of the show with Dr. Brandy Schillace, where we go into the story of surgeon Dr. Robert White and his transplant efforts. We discuss the story represented in her book Mr. Humble and Dr. Butcher: A Monkey’s Head, the Pope’s Neuroscientist, and the Quest to Transplant the Soul.
Dr. Brandy Schillace is a historian of medicine and the critically acclaimed author of Death’s Summers Coat, Clockwork Futures, and most recently Mr. Humble and Dr. Butcher,
316: Nancy Sherman | Understanding Stoic Philosophers Of The Past In “Stoic Wisdom”
What can the lessons of the stoics do for us in 2021? What did these philosophers and thinkers know that could guide us in managing our emotions for a better outcome? Has stoicism become popularized in recent years, and what can we take from this change of pace? Professor Nancy Sherman of Georgetown University joins on episode 316 of the show to discuss these topics and more from her latest book Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience.
Nancy Sherman is a Distinguished Univers
315: Nichola Raihani | Cooperation As A Key Element Of Human Evolution In “The Social Instinct”
What causes cooperation when there is potential to exploit? Why is cooperation commonplace in nature, when there is clear benefit from selfish behavior. Examining humans and non-human animals, Professor Nichola Raihani of University College London explores this topic in The Social Instinct: How Cooperation Shaped the World, and joins us on episode 315 of the show.
Dr. Nichola Raihani is a British psychologist who is a Professor of Evolution and Behaviour at University College L
314: Emily Erikson | How Economic Thought Was Shaped By Companies In “Trade And Nation”
What can we learn from 17th century economic discourse? A crucial transformation in economic thinking happened at the time, and analysis of the discussion of the time period is informative regarding a shift from a more moral view to one of company growth. Professor Emily Erikson of Yale University discusses these concepts from her latest book Trade and Nation: How Companies and Politics Reshaped Economic Thought on episode 314.
Emily Erikson is the Joseph C. Fox Academic Director of the
313: Daniel Markovits | The Impact Of The Meritocratic System On Society In “The Meritocracy Trap”
What is meritocracy, and how are the dynamics associated with its proliferation affecting equality and culture? Professor Daniel Markovits of Yale Law School joins on episode 313 of the show, and we discuss these concepts from his book The Meritocracy Trap: How America’s Foundational Myth Feeds Inequality, Dismantles the Middle Class, and Devours the Elite.
“Daniel Markovits is Guido Calabresi Professor of Law at Yale Law School and Founding Director of the Center for the Stu
312: Paige Madison | Examining Human Evolution In The Anthropocene
Fossils take us through a history of evolution with the pieces that are found. Dr. Paige Madison of the University of Copenhagen studies fossils, human evolution through findings, and joins us on episode 312 of the show, coming from the Natural History Museum in Denmark.
From her bio: “Paige is a postdoctoral researcher at the Natural History Museum Denmark, University of Copenhagen, examining human evolution in the Anthropocene. She received her PhD in the history of science, focu
311: Damon Centola | Understanding Spread Of Ideas, Movements, And Behaviors In “Change”
Professor Damon Centola of the University of Pennsylvania joins on episode 311 to discuss topics from his book Change: How To Make Big Things Happen. We look to spread ideas and behaviors that resonate, and knowing how to do so is a key piece of the process. The more we know about information and behavioral spread, the less we do that is not necessary.
From his bio, “Damon Centola is Elihu Katz Professor of Communication, Sociology and Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania,
310: Roya Hakakian | Perspective Of Immigration In “A Beginner’s Guide To America”
On episode 310, we switch things up and head to the world of poetry and writing on the switch to living in America by author Roya Hakakian. Her book A Beginner’s Guide to America: For the Immigrant and the Curious takes us through what one can expect being in the United States, from the perspective of someone immigrating via Iran. We discuss her current book, as well as the trajectory from her past books.
From her bio, Roya “is an author and Persian poet whose opinion column
309: Lee Cronin | Chemical Evolution, Philosophy, View Of Time, Perspective, And More
Welcome to episode 309 of the show, with our guest being Professor Lee Cronin of The University of Glasgow. This was a special episode returning to in-person material, and we discussed a variety of topics including philosophy, physics, reduction, emergence, chemistry, and time. It was very enjoyable and informative to take part in this discussion.
Professor Cronin went to “the University of York where he completed both a degree and PhD in Chemistry and then on to do post docs in Ed
308: Carey Gillam | An Agrochemical Lawsuit Detailed In “The Monsanto Papers”
Investigative journalist Carey Gillam joins the show on episode #308, and we discuss her recent book The Monsanto Papers: Deadly Secrets, Corporate Corruption, and One Man’s Search for Justice.
From her bio: “Carey Gillam is an American investigative journalist and author with more than 30 years of experience covering food and agricultural policies and practices, including 17 years as a senior correspondent for Reuters international news service. She has specialty knowledge re
307: Rebecca Schwarzlose | The Maps Inside Our Mind Detailed In “Brainscapes”
Are there detailed maps of representations of sights, sounds, and action held in our brain? Postdoctoral scholar Rebecca Schwarlose joins us to discuss this topic and more from her latest book Brainscapes: The Warped, Wondrous Maps Written in Your Brain―And How They Guide You. Rebecca Schwarzlose is a neuroscientist at Washington University in Saint Louis. […]
306: Caleb Scharf | How Content And Data Has Expanded In “The Ascent Of Information”
Data and information hits at the heart of what is growing over time in the public domain. Dr. Caleb Scharf, Director of Astrobiology at Columbia University , covers this topic from books to bits in his latest book The Ascent Of Information: Books, Bits, Genes, Machines, and Life’s Unending Algorithm. He joins on episode 306 of The Armen Show Podcast with me, your host Armen Shirvanian.
From his bio: “Caleb Scharf works in the fields of exoplanetary science and astrobiology, a
305: Annie Murphy Paul | Ways To Enhance Our Thinking In “The Extended Mind”
Author and science writer Annie Murphy Paul joins on episode 305 of the show to discuss her latest book The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain. Her book is about tapping into the intelligence that exists outside of the brain, and using the environment and world around us to propel our thinking.
This is a category that has always been important to me because activities and understanding that propels thinking into more creative realms is essential in the making of great
304: Jan Eeckhout | The Impact Of Market Power On Workers In “The Profit Paradox”
What impact are the top companies having on the market and workers around the world? Does grabbing control of the market limit the ability of others to rise up just as smoothly? Economics Professor Jan Eeckhout of Pompeu Fabra University in Spain joins us on episode 304 of the show to discuss these topics and more from his book The Profit Paradox: How Thriving Firms Threaten the Future of Work.
From his bio: “Jan Eeckhout is ICREA Research Professor at Universitat Pompeu Fabra
303: Azra Raza, Bill Sullivan & Dan Cable | Chance Meetings
Welcome to a special edition of the show – Episode #303 featuring a panel of three past guests returning on the topic of Chance Meetings. My three guests here are Professor Bill Sullivan of the Indiana University School of Medicine, Dr. Azra Raza of Columbia University, and Professor Dan Cable of London Business School.
The topic of chance meetings was selected because of the value of those serendipitous moments that connect us with someone who branches our life in a certain direct
302: Adam Rogers | The Science And Modernization Of Color In “Full Spectrum”
Welcome to episode 302 of the show, with guest Adam Rogers, author of the book Full Spectrum: How The Science Of Color Made Us Modern. The world of color, as applied to usage and products for people, has developed over centuries of time. Adam takes us through the history, stories of where resource mining created […]
301: John Rhodes | Immunological Research And Processes In “How To Make A Vaccine”
Immunology and epidemiology have served as two very important fields this past year, as the world has responded to a virus. UK-based international expert in immunology John Rhodes joins us on episode 301 to discuss his recent book How To Make A Vaccine: An Essential Guide For COVID-19 & Beyond. We cover the research behind […]
300: Declarative Energy And Starting From A Previous Base
Welcome to episode 300 of the show~. We have come far, and learned a lot along the way. This one includes discussion about the value of declarative energy, as well as how we are not starting from scratch whenever we do something. Enjoy, and onward we go.
299: Elizabeth S. Anderson | Philosophy, Ethics, Private Government And Viewpoints
Professor Elizabeth S. Anderson joins us on episode 299 of the show, as we make our way to the 300s. She is an American philosopher, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor and John Dewey Distinguished University Professor of Philosophy and Women’s Studies at the University of Michigan and specializes in topics including political philosophy and ethics.
Anderson received a B.A. with high honors in philosophy with a minor in economics from Swarthmore College in 1981. In 1987 Anderson
298: Carl Zimmer | Exploration Of What Being Alive Means In “Life’s Edge”
We have guest Carl Zimmer returning to the show, with his new book Life’s Edge: The Search for What It Means to Be Alive. He first joined on episode 207 of the show to discuss his previous book She Has Her Mother’s Laugh, and has written numerous books in the science category.
Carl is “a popular science writer, blogger, columnist, and journalist who specializes in the topics of evolution, parasites, and heredity. The author of many books, he contributes science essays t
297: Susan Liautaud | Ethical Decision-Making Through Six Forces Detailed In “The Power Of Ethics”
What kind of power does ethics hold, and does the law lag behind where ethics can be in the current moment? What kind of ethical questions should we ask ourselves before making important decisions? Dr. Susan Liautaud covers these topics in her latest book The Power of Ethics: How to Make Good Choices in a […]
296: Yancey Strickler | The Bento Society, Kickstarter, And “This Could Be Our Future”
Can we as people come together to think beyond the short term? Do we have the capacity to make a decade or two from now as important as next week? It is up to us to go “Beyond a Near-term Orientation”, and that is what Bentoism is about. It was created by Yancey Strickler, co-founder of Kickstarter, and author of This Could Be Our Future: A Manifesto for a More Generous World.
“Yancey is a Distinguished Fellow at the Drucker Institute and a World Economic Forum Young G
295: Mauro F. Guillén | The Biggest Trends Of Today, Progressing Toward “2030”
Welcome to episode 295 of the show, the first of 2021, with Professor Mauro F. Guillén. As a future-oriented person, discussing the upcoming trends leading us toward 10 years from now is something I am interested in. These trends are covered in 2030: How Today’s Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything.
Professor Guillen is “a Spanish/American sociologist, political economist, management educator, Zandman Professor at the Wharton School of the Univers
294: Closing Out 2020 With The Year In Review
We start from one place and end up at another. In this episode, we close out 2020 with a last episode of the year, bringing us to 52 episodes for the 52-week year~. Here, I discuss the guests we’ve had on in 2020, concepts they brought up, and some takeaways for all of you.
293: Richard Coss | Behavioral Ecology, Predator Recognition, And Perceptual System Development
Welcome to episode 293 of the show, with Professor Richard Coss of the University of California, Davis. From his educational transitions to life transitions, he has covered a variety of disciplines, and looks at key elements of animal behavior and predator activity.
Of his biography, “Dr. Coss is an emeritus professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, and a faculty member of UC Davis’ Graduate Group in Animal Behavior and Graduate Group in Ecology. Dr.
292: John Harte | Ecology, Climate Change, Biodiversity, And Complex Systems At The Harte Lab
Hello to all of you, and welcome to episode 292 of the show, with Professor John Harte of The Harte Lab at UC Berkeley. Focusing on biodiversity, climate change, complex systems, ecology, and policy analysis, Professor Harte and his lab members tackle a range of issues.
Professor Harte is an ecologist and Professor of the Graduate School in the Energy and Resources Group at the University of California at Berkeley. “Harte received his B.A. from Harvard University in 1961
291: Brennan Spiegel | The Coming Age Of Virtual Therapeutics In “VRx”
Where will virtual therapeutics take healthcare in upcoming years? Dr. Brennan Spiegel, MD, MSHS, gastroenterologist at Cedars-Sinai, writes about this in his book VRx: How Virtual Therapeutics Will Revolutionize Medicine. Directing the Center for Outcomes Research and Education at Cedars, he guides investigation of the application of digital health technologies, which include wearable biosensors, smartphone applications, virtual reality and social media.
Dr. Spiegel is editor-in-chief o
290: Continual Branching | The Many Ways To Reach Outward
Welcome to episode 290 of The Armen Show Podcast. This one is about the value of branching out in daily times, and different ways you can branch out in your own life.
Adding a little variation to your day can be all you need to keep it interesting. This can be in the form of music, colors used in note-taking, paths taken to travel, locations visited, foods tried, people reached out to, and more.
289: Daniel T. Blumstein | Examining Animal Behavior To Understand More About “The Nature Of Fear”
Fear is a driving force for much of the population, and Dr. Daniel T. Blumstein speaks about fear in his book The Nature of Fear: Survival Lessons from the Wild, released by Harvard University Press. Looking at marmots, snakes, and a variety of animals, in regards to their fear responses and biochemical adjustments, allows us to understand and manage our own fears.
Professor Blumstein runs the Blumstein lab at UCLA in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology College. Project topics at the la
288: Continuation Is Power And Flow Is Your Colleague
Welcome to episode 288, which might be my first one on this show that is both solo and still in video form. On this one, as the show continues its growth, I describe thoughts in relation to a quote I read that said “Continuation is power”. When I saw that, I recognized the value in it, and that I wanted to talk a bit about it.
The people who continue along on a project path or a goal they started before represent their internal willpower when they put out that next thing. It says
287: Brief Review Of Episodes With Geoffrey West, Maryam Baqir, and James Nestor
Hello and welcome to episode 287 of the show. On this one, I look to recap a few past episodes, what I learned from them, and what you might be able to take away. The episodes are #274 with Dr. Geoffrey West, #268 with Dr. Maryam Baqir, and #267 with James Nestor.
Dr. West gave us a sense of connection with humanity through biological and physics laws, while Dr. Baqir took us through the first Covid wave and her direct experience, and Mr. Nestor reminded us that there is a better way to brea
286: Robert Bilott | The Environmental Attorney Battling Dupont In “Exposure” and “Dark Waters”
We are joined on episode 286 of the show by guest Robert Bilott. He is an environmental attorney at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP. He is the author of Exposure: Poisoned Water, Corporate Greed, and One Lawyer’s Twenty-Year Battle against DuPont, which was then turned into the 2019 film Dark Waters. From his bio, Robert […]
285: Robby Gordon | Post-Modern Artist Behind The Hollywood Gallery And Sculpture Garden
Glad to have you all on here for episode 285 – this one is a treat because it includes visuals of the paintings, sculptures, clothing, and crystals created and procured by Dr. Robby Gordon, who has created the Hollywood Gallery and Sculpture Garden. These entities are packed with artistic works of his own, along with those of many others who he knows of.
Dr. Robby Gordon studied art at the University of California Irvine, Irvine Valley College, and&nbs
284: Jeffrey Rediger | Spontaneous Healing Through Natural Well-Being In “Cured”
Welcome to episode 284 of the show, with Dr. Jeffrey Rediger, MD, MDiv, faculty member at Harvard Medical School, Medical Director of McLean SE Adult Psychiatry Community Affairs at McLean Hospital, and Chief of Behavioral Medicine at Good Samaritan Medical Center.
Dr. Rediger is author of Cured: The Life-Changing Science of Spontaneous Healing, and covers ways that people have been cured or healed without the need for regular types of treatment. Taking into account well-being and a pers
283: Reviewing All 11 Quotes From My Original Quote Analysis Ebook
In episode 15, which was 268 episodes ago, I mentioned my two past Ebooks, along with a couple of quotes from the one called “Quote Analysis: Volume 1”, but I did not go into detail about each quote. In this audio, I cover all 11 quotes, and my current take on what they mean.
Listing of the quotes:
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.Benjamin Franklin
If I can picture that, I’ll bring a picture back.O’Shea Jackson
Real education must ultimate
282: Answering 28.2 Questions About The Show And My Perspective
We switch it up on The Armen Show every so often. On this episode #282, I will be answering 28.2 questions about myself and the show, as far as my perspective and responses as though I am being interviewed. I find it to be fairly informative.
The first 9 questions, and one later one, are made up by myself, and the other 19 questions are taken from a 19 Podcast Interview Questions article online. It is a mix of my own material and that from outside.
Here are the questions answered on the s
281: Gaining Value From The Insights, Paths, And Mistakes Of Others
Welcome to episode 281 of the show, where I cover a few messages and topics in a monologue type of form. The main theme on this one is that there is value outside yourself to absorb from, and you can tag on to the stories of others to enhance the story of your own.
Show notes:
looking at the stories and path of othersgetting value from things outside yourself, and letting the experiences of others bring you messages and understandingthe different types of markets that existparticipating i
280: Dan Cable | Unlocking Your Potential And Building Life Highlight Reels With “Exceptional”
Welcome London Business School Professor Dan Cable to episode 280 of the show. He has come out with a new book titled Exceptional: Build Your Personal Highlight Reel and Unlock Your Potential. Building your highlights into a listing of strengths can give you motivation to use moving forward.
He is Professor of Organizational Behavior and received his Masters and PhD in Labor and Industrial Relations at Cornell University. He gives us guidelines for how to envision our life, focus on what
279: Kat Fairaway | Actress And Producer Branching Out Through Depth And Collaboration
Welcome actress and producer Kat Fairaway to episode 279 of the show. Depth is something that Kat represents, and depth is something that I find to be valuable. We can see moments as fleeting elements, or explore them further, such that time allows us to understand more.
Kat is known for her work in productions such as Psycho Escort, Kidnapped by a Classmate and Letters from the Heart. Representing characters in filmography is the heart of Los Angeles, and Kat occupies this great county
278: Joseph Sarkissian | Biological Dentistry Through Holistic Care For Health And Aesthetics
To look at something holistically is to look at it with a broad view, as compared with narrowing our perspective and leaving out the bigger picture when making decisions. Dr. Joseph Sarkissian handles the world of dentistry in such a way, treating patients with detail that takes their total health into account, and he joins on this episode of the show.
Dr. Sarkissian runs his dental practice in Glendale, California. He studied microbiology at the University of Alabama, and received his d
277: Ricardo Lopes | Social Commentary With Host Of “The Dissenter” Podcast
Ricardo Lopes, The Dissenter
When it comes to interviewers, few are as currently prolific as Ricardo Lopes, host of “The Dissenter”. He is known for his social commentary, provoking thought, having strong opinions, and still being open-minded to new concepts. He hails from Portugal, and has been doing interviews for a few years now.
On his show, Ricardo has spoken with some of the same scientists and researchers I have spoken with, along with many others, including Steven Pink
276: Feeling, The Truth Behind Leaked Emails, And Keeping Your Mind Growing
Welcome to another edition of The Armen Show. On #276, it is a stream of consciousness, as I take you through thoughts.
Show notes:
how feeling is to be let throughwhy feeling is a representation of truth that thoughts are not able to be, in the same wayhow a post about leaked e-mails made me think about truthwhat leaked e-mails can showcase beyond the straightforward wheeling and dealinghow truth is found in edge cases and battleswhy it is important to keep pushing your mindnovelty i
275: The Compounding Effects Of A Small Effort Or Risk Applied Today
What does a little risk taken or effort made today do for you a week from now? How about 10 years from now? We look at life in an extended framework if we want to see it more clearly. Episode 275 is about this concept, how something can build only once it is started, and […]
274: Geoffrey West | Organisms, Cities, And Pandemic Effects United By Scaling Laws And Perspective
What is the damage we’re not attending to, with regards to the pandemic? How does biological and social contagion spread based on population and contact networks? How do scaling laws inform us about efficiency and person/city/network growth and change over time? Last month, researcher and professor Dr. Geoffrey West, author of Scale: The Universal Laws of Growth, Innovation, Sustainability, and the Pace of Life in Organisms, Cities, Economies, and Companies, co-wrote an article on the
273: Setting Time For Your Own Project, And Highly Valuing Your Self-Oriented Time
Our time is our own to get things done, for our own form. On episode 273, it is about building your own thing, and not letting your important time slip, though the time not connected to your main projects is not as important. Show notes: your self-oriented time noting the value of moments versus the […]
272: Journal Thoughts On Effort, Collaboration, Momentum, And Motivation
Writing in a journal can be the way to some forms of understanding or expression. My recent writings in one contribute to the thoughts in this episode, which is #272 of the show.
Show notes:
How to propel work forwardThe way that collaboration can bring out elements that were dormantUsing the “why” behind what you do versus the “how” or “what”Having a variety of mediums to post onMoving things around and building kindling for your fireImagining how you
271: Cory J. Clark | Covering Free Will, Bias, And Punishment Through Moral And Political Psychology
Welcome moral and political psychologist Dr. Cory J. Clark to episode 271 of the show~. She has done research in the categories of moral judgment, punishment, free will, political bias, and motivated cognition. Looking at how bias applies in daily discourse or decision-making helps to clear out poor decisions that would have to be corrected […]
270: Darya Pino Rose | Bringing Broader Perspective To Good Health Through Real Food And True Habits
Welcome guest Dr. Darya Pino Rose to episode 270 of the show~. She has a neuroscience Ph. D. from UC San Francisco, wrote the book Foodist: Using Real Food and Real Science to Lose Weight Without Dieting, and has posted much content in relation to food and health on her website Summer Tomato. In 2019, […]
269: Geoffrey Cain | How Samsung Progressed Versus Apple In “Samsung Rising”
When you think of a corporation, you think of its products and services, but in the case of Samsung, its history is connected to families, dynasties, and its tie to the economic prosperity of South Korea. In Samsung Rising: The Inside Story of the South Korean Giant That Set Out to Beat Apple and Conquer Tech, author Geoffrey Cain discusses the people involved and the path taken by the large entity known as Samsung.
Geoffrey Cain serves as a skilled foreign correspondent, author, comment
268: Maryam Baqir | Treating Covid-19 Patients At The Epicenter Of The Pandemic In New York
There are a select few individuals who have gone through such a recent moment of intensity and pressure as Dr. Maryam Baqir, M.B.B.S., of Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. As Covid-19 cases quickly ramped up in the epicenter of the virus, doctors like her began to respond to an onslaught of cases that turned hospitals into treatment zones far more packed and adaptive than would be the case in calmer times.
Dr. Baqir specializes in Internal Medicine, and received her medica
267: James Nestor | The Art Of Breathing Your Way To Better Health In “Breath”
We breathe our way through the day, with 25000 breaths taking place each time. How you breathe, and the ripple effects of that habit, effects much of your waking day. Author and journalist James Nestor takes us through this information in his book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art.
James has written for many publications, including Scientific American, the San Francisco Chronicle, The New York Times, The Atlantic, and many more. His previous book was titled Deep: Freediving, Renegade
266: Brian Dy | Vlogging Your Way And Finding Your Voice
Physical therapist and content creator Brian Dy joins us again on episode 266 of the show. He previously took part on episode 223, and returns now with a collection of content on his YouTube channel.
Being a content creator involves a lot of editing, researching, and more.
Show notes:
finding your voice, and what that meanswhy collaboration with others is a good ideathoughts on Brian and his content production plans
Glad to have Brian on the show.
265: Those Key “Go” Moments As Chapters Of Your Life
We live through chapters, as though we are a book. In episode 265, I talk about this concept, how we must take advantage of the key moments when we sense them, and what kind of predictive nature we live through
Our book is being written, and we write it with key parts that matter to us, and we leave out all the rest that doesn’t bring us to life.
264: Doing Things In Phases And Making Your World Bigger
Welcome to episode 264, with a return to our roots of the host discussing a topic or two, along with a stream of consciousness. This one involves breaking things down into parts, or phases, and what it takes to make your world bigger.
Your world is the stuff right around you, whether it be your table, or your vehicle, or the energy around you. Adjusting these items can come from a focus on them, and this concept is discussed in the episode.
263: Shane O’Mara | Walking, Its Benefits, And The Mind Connection, From “In Praise Of Walking”
There are few things more valuable than regular walking and activity in this pandemical time of 2020, and neuroscientist Professor Shane O’Mara brings us the value and basis of walking in episode 263. We discuss his latest book In Praise Of Walking: The New Science of how We Walk, and why Its Good for Us.
Professor O’Mara is Professor of Experimental Brain Research at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. He explores brain systems, memory, cognition, behavior, and organizations
262: Matthew Cobb | The Past And Future Of Neuroscience In “The Idea Of The Brain”
Welcome Professor Matthew Cobb of the University of Manchester, author of The Idea of the Brain: The Past and Future of Neuroscience, to episode 262 of the show. His latest book is about the history of neuroscience, and its recent roots, and how that develops the idea of the brain, while our current understanding of […]
261: Emma Rose Bienvenu | Predictions Of Coronavirus Impacts On Work, Automation, Medicine, And More
Welcome Emma Rose Bienvenu, attorney, L.L.M., and Master of Finance and Economics, to episode 261 of the show. I came upon Emma through her article on Medium’s Marker business subsection, entitled “7 Predictions for a Post-Coronavirus World“. The article details the path that our world can take in upcoming months and years, based on the pandemic, and provides insight into elements we can all benefit from examining.
In her own work, Emma is focused on international trade
260: Claire Bidwell Smith | Grief Therapist On Handling The Passing Of Others In “Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief”
Handling the stages of grief after a loss is challenging, but grief therapist and author Claire Bidwell Smith brings her knowledge and experience to the table in this category with her latest book Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief. In it, Claire details how one can handle the anxiety that is associated with a loss. She lost her mother and father to cancer by the time she had turned 25, bringing about a level of understanding normally reserved for those at a much later time in their lives.
259: Katherine Mangu-Ward | Editor-in-chief Of Reason Magazine On Pandemic Impacts And Internet Expansion
Welcome guest Katherine Mangu-Ward, editor-in-chief of Reason Magazine, to episode 259 of the show. I found Katherine from her article contribution about coronavirus impacts, where she discussed the changes barriers to moving our lives online.
Reason is a libertarian magazine running for nearly half a century, with over 50000 monthly readers, with the theme of “free minds and free markets”. Katherine is editor-in-chief of the magazine, has a degree in philosophy and political
258: Shan Rizvi | Technology Startup Founder Of “Just Ads” And “Pencil News” On Mindset And The Current Moment
From founding Just Ads to Pencil News, technology startup founder Shan Rizvi has made his way through the entrepreneurial landscape. Like myself, he is inclined toward a variety of topics and fields, like philosophy, neuroscience, art, music, and technology. He joins on episode 258 of the show to discuss the current moment, and joins me […]
257: Peter T. Coleman | Social Psychologist Navigating Conflict Resolution Dynamics Toward Sustainable Peace
Social psychologist and Professor of Psychology and Education at Columbia University Dr. Peter T. Coleman joins on episode 257 of the show, bringing forth his expertise on conflicts and their peaceful and productive resolution. He has been the director of Deutsch International Center for Cooperation and Conflict Resolution for over 20 years, and is author of the 2004 book Making Conflict Work: Harnessing the Power of Disagreement, as well as upcoming 2021 book The Way Out: How to Overcome T
256: Daniel James Smith & Krystall Schott | Music And Creativity With The Band “Untitled Social Experiment”, Known As “USE”
Welcome to April of 2020 and episode 256 of the show, with the guest duo of Daniel James Smith and Krystall Schott, who make up the band “Untitled Social Experiment”, also known as “USE”. With songs like “Sugar Rush” and “Psycho“, this pairing has brought solid production quality into the content they put out, with messages to understand underneath.
Daniel has been making music for some years under the moniker of T.O.L.D, and brings his exp
255: Michael Wilt | Discussing Education And Society With A Mathematician And Professor
When it comes to applied mathematics, guest Michael Wilt is both a teacher and interested in its usage. He professes math to the youth, and joins us on episode 255 of the show, discussing his career, people-based elements of society, and more.
Michael got his Masters in Applied Math at California State University of Los Angeles, and has taught various levels of math to high school students, high-risk students, middle school students, and community college students. He also has his own pr
254: John Marzluff | Birds, Farms, And Food Detailed “In Search Of Meadowlarks”
Welcome Dr. John Marzluff, Professor of Wildlife Sciences at the College of the Environment at the University of Washington in Seattle, to episode 254 of The Armen Show. Dr. Marzluff “studies how humans affect birds through habitat fragmentation and increased urbanization, as well as the challenges of conserving birds on islands.
Most of his focus is on ravens, crows, and jays, which are in the bird grouping known as “corvids”, and he looks at how birds affect people, s
253: A Response To The Current Moment Of Global Alteration
With the world in a state of rapid adaptation due to health concerns, I discuss some of the elements connected to the scenario in episode 253. There are the straightforward health concerns, along with financial impacts, social impacts, relationship-based impacts, and impacts between countries. Though it has been a bit disturbing to see the current […]
252: Allan Ropper | Mental Illness, Syphilis, And Hysteria In “How The Brain Lost Its Mind”
As Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Allan Ropper is able to relayed his decades of neurology experience to students, and as deputy editor of the New England Journal of Medicine, he is able to help edit, guide, and shape the selection of articles that meet the criteria for one of the top science journals of our time. He is also lead editor for one of the top neurology textbooks of current time, Principles of Neurology, now in its 11th edition.
Dr. Ropper joins on epis
251: Sir Peter Gluckman | Former Chief Science Advisor Details Unintended Consequences Of Innovation In “Ingenious”
From his start as a pediatrician, to serving as Chief Science Advisor to the Prime Minister of New Zealand for nearly a decade, Sir Peter Gluckman has represented category of science and society. He joins on this episode to discuss his career, along with his recently released book Ingenious: The Unintended Consequences of Human Innovation.
As President-elect of the International Science Council, Sir Gluckman will continue to provide value in the fields of science, health, global impacts,
250: As We Make Our Way Forward
Welcome to episode 250 of the show~. This returns to the style of me speaking by myself, doing some impressions, telling some story, and updating on recent content.
There is great material to cover in March, and we look towards continued growth and improvement.
Show notes:
the interconnection between guests and episodesusing Zoom for recordings, and how it has beenthe Kobe memorial, and what he represents as related to what I dothe fun of getting books in the mailmade up storiesimpress
249: Azra Raza | Myelodysplastic Syndromes And Current Oncology In “The First Cell”
When it comes to cancer treatment, Dr. Azra Raza of the MDS Center at Columbia University has been working with patients for decades. She is an expert on myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), which are disorders caused by poorly formed or otherwise nonfunctional blood cells, and acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which affects 1/3 of MDS patients. This type of cancer, along with the stories of many patients and the progressions of their treatment, is detailed in Dr. Raza’s book The First Cell:
248: Nicholas P. Money | The Mycologist Leads Us Through The Potential Path For Humans
In the Department of Biology at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, Dr. Nicholas P. Money brings his expertise to teaching about the world of fungi/mushrooms, as well as related organisms like yeast and microbes.
In his book, The Selfish Ape: Human Nature and Our Path to Extinction, Dr. Money leads us through some of what has led humans to where they currently are, and as well, to our potential positive or negative paths down the line.
Show notes:
how Dr. Money got into mycology in t
247: Lydia Denworth | How Life’s Fundamental Bond Develops And Matters For Well-Being In “Friendship”
Episode 247 is on the scene with science journal Lydia Denworth, author of Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life’s Fundamental Bond. It covers the basis behind why we as people become friends, and how it can be so powerful. Some of the greatest things done by people came from strong friendships.
Lydia Denworth has contributed to Scientific American, and writes the ‘Brain Waves’ blog for Psychology Today. Her work is regularly across such pu
246: Larry Rogero | Building Sustainable Wind Power And Renewable Energy Solutions For Corporations
When it comes to sustainable energy solutions, Larry Rogero has been implementing them for corporations for decades. I first met Larry through his wife Christel, who is my friend and mother of episode 208 guest nutritionist Erika Stowe-Madison. Larry brings a focus and deliberation to what he does that is necessary for long-lasting results.
Larry is Chief Operating and Strategy Officer at Summit Inspection Services, and has worked in environmental affairs for decades. He got his Masters
245: Sarah Rose Cavanagh | Psychologist On Emotions, Collective Consciousness, And Emotional Regulation In “Hivemind”
We dive into the collective consciousness of humans on episode 245 with Dr. Sarah Rose Cavanagh, author of “Hivemind”. The book takes us through how group elements and stories spread among people, the ways that people can build each other up or tear each other down via the internet, vulnerabilities of certain groups of people, and lessons for people to take through their days.
Dr. Cavanagh is Associate Professor of Psychology at Assumption College, and got her PhD in Experime
244: Scott Grafton | Neuroscientist And Brain Imaging Center Director On Mind/Body Connection In “Physical Intelligence”
Our first guest of 2020 is Dr. Scott Grafton, Bedrosian Coyne Presidential Chair in Neuroscience at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is author of the book Physical Intelligence: The Science of How the Body and the Mind Guide Each Other Through Life.
It was great to talk with Dr. Grafton because his book connected with some concepts from some authors/researchers in past episodes, and described a way of thinking about the physical element of intelligence, and how our motor f
243: Welcome To 2020
Hello my fellow podcast listeners, associates, colleagues, individuals, audience members, and personnel. We here at The Armen Show Podcast (known for its consistency, variety, depth, and goal-oriented nature) are glad to walk right into the new year of 2020.
The show starts on a noticeably different footing as compared with its presence at the same time last year, and this is a springboard into the forward progression at hand.
Show notes:
where we are at in the great year of 2020how Ti
242: Closing Out The 2010s With A Recap
Long live the year, the decade, and the dynamics that have progressed over time. This episode is me closing out the decade with some descriptions of my content creation over time, what I have noticed of the internet as it shifted over the years, and what changes I have seen in the planet in the past decade.
I like to do recaps and compilations to get a broader sense of what has happened. We can only see so much from a smaller view, but I don’t like to stick with that view. The bigger p
241: Brian Sweis | Decision-Making Brain Processes, Neuromodulation, And Disorder-Based Research
The year of 2019 is shortly coming to a close, and we start to bring it home with episode 241, featuring guest Dr. Brian Sweis of the University of Minnesota. He was listed as one of the recipients of the Forbes 30-under-30 description in the category of Science for 2019, and his focus is neuroscience.
He completed the PhD part of his MD/PhD program in 2018, and continues through his MD at this time. His research exists “…at the intersection of affective, behavioral, and cogn
240: Overview Of “The Armen Show” Podcast In 2019
2019 has been a fabulous year for the podcast. There will be a couple episodes after this one, but this episode serves to describe and summarize the episodes that were covered this year, along with how they link to one another progressing through them.
This year took the show into a different bracket, as far as guests, video, and messages being provided. There was more of authors, researchers, notable individuals, speakers, and stories that resonate. I was glad it went in this direction,
239: Michael Graziano | Attention Schema Theory And Subjective Awareness In “Rethinking Consciousness”
How does our focused attention relate to what we call “consciousness”? What types of attention are out there, and what are the functions of each type? Professor Michael Graziano explores this and more in his book Rethinking Consciousness: A Scientific Theory of Subjective Experience.
Author Michael Graziano is Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Princeton University, and he has written multiple books on neuroscience, evolution, and human nature. The Graziano Lab at Pr
238: Cameron Porter | Major League Soccer Striker Transitions To Founding And Funding Of Companies
I like people who put their thoughts out there, and furthermore, when they have a “Principles” page on their website that describes the thoughts that guide them. Cameron Porter joins on episode 238 of the show, not only as a former Major League Soccer striker on various teams, but as a current founder and funder for AlleyCorp, an organization that builds transformative companies in New York City.
At AlleyCorp, Cameron “…is responsible for new company R&D, due
237: Bob Varo | Belgian Music Producer With Sights on Los Angeles
Here we are on episode 237 with music producer Bob Varo. He originates out of the European nation of Belgium, and makes music of the rock or metal variation, or it may be alternative. We talked about a lot of his musical experiences, what he aims to do in music production in the future, and […]
236: Nick Chater | Perceptual Limitations And Mental Depth Illusion In “The Mind Is Flat”
Does the mind have less depth to it than is readily assumed? Are we able to multitask at all? Professor Nick Chater joins on episode 236 to discuss the qualities of the brain that give it depth or the illusion of mental depth.
Professor Chater is Professor of Behavioral Science at Warwick Business School, has over 200 publications, and has been editor for Cognitive Science and Psychological Review journals.
His research focuses on the cognitive and behavioral sciences, including reaso
235: Kai Boyer | Master Trainer And Fitness Coach Specializing In Women’s Physique
Episode 235 comes into the forefront with master trainer and fitness coach Kai Boyer. Her coaching style comes with a great sense of the physiology behind movements. She has solutions for how workouts should be adjusted, in order to make up for gaps in muscular fitness building.
Kai provides a lot of services through her coaching, including a weight loss program, strength training, high performance sports training, interval training, post-surgical rehabilitation, and mean plan building.
234: Dean Hallett | Starting Hallett Leadership After Impacting Organization And Culture At Fox And Disney
Episode 234 gets into the swing of things with guest Dean Hallett, Founder & CEO of Hallett Leadership. During his 17-year tenure at Fox Studios, where he served as CFO, Dean developed a unique and highly effective 9-month leadership training program for early and mid-career managers. The program’s success at breaking down silos across Fox, and fostering a culture of collaboration, led to Dean’s promotion to Senior Executive VP of Operations & Management. Today
233: Richard Wrangham | Domestication, Aggression, And Human Evolution In “The Goodness Paradox”
Humans have evolved to become more domesticated, and there are multiple variables at work causing this shift. It wasn’t always this way, and human species have had a two-sided relationship with virtue and violence a long period of time. Dr. Richard Wrangham, author of The Goodness Paradox, joins on episode 233 to discuss this shift and relationship.
Professor Wrangham (PhD, Cambridge University, 1975) is Ruth B. Moore Professor of Biological Anthropology at Harvard University and f
232: Nicholas A. Christakis | Social Networks, Biosocial Science, And The Evolution Of Good In “Blueprint”
As a sociologist and physician, Dr. Nicholas A. Christakis has done research on social networks and the socioeconomic, biosocial, and evolutionary determinants of behavior, health, and longevity. His most recent book Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society shows how evolution has united humanity and put us on a fitting path of progression. Dr. […]
231: David A. Sinclair | Anti-Aging Research And Understanding In “Lifespan”
When it comes to anti-aging research, Dr. David A. Sinclair of Harvard Medical School is on the forefront of research and innovation. He joins on episode 231 to discuss his new book Lifespan: Why We Age – and Why We Don’t Have To.
Dr. Sinclair, Ph.D., A.O. is a Professor in the Department of Genetics and co-Director of the Paul F. Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging at Harvard Medical School. He is best known for his work on understanding why we age and how to slow its effe
230: Steven C. Hayes | Accepting What Is And Pivoting Toward What You Want In “A Liberated Mind”
Professor Steven C. Hayes of the University of Nevada is prolific in the category of psychological research. He has put out over 600 scientific articles and 44 books. Most of his research has been in the categories of human language and cognition as they relate to reducing human suffering. He has built a form called […]
229: Mark Metry | Story, Message, And Goals From Host Of The Humans 2.0 Podcast
We bring it live on episode 229 of the show with a fellow podcaster – Mark Metry of the Humans 2.0 Podcast. He has had wonderful guests like Robert Greene, Mark Manson, Safi Bahcall(previously on my podcast as well), and more.
Mark brings a lot of momentum to the table, across his episodes, speaking engagements, social media postings, and more. He has a company called VU Dream, which is focused on application of virtual reality and augmented reality technologies.
Show notes:
228: Bill Sullivan | Genes, Germs, And Curious Forces Within Humans In “Pleased To Meet Me”
Professor Bill Sullivan of Indiana University School of Medicine joins on episode 228 of the show, and we discuss his book Pleased To Meet Me: Genes, Germs, And The Curious Forces That Make Us Who We Are, along with related topics. He is a Professor with a Ph.D. in Molecular & Cell Biology from the […]
227: Jordan Satya | Therapist Looking Deeper In Her Healing Practice
Do you heal someone by handling their frantic responses to life, or do you look to respond to their inner child who isn’t fulfilled? Therapist and healer Jordan Satya joins on episode 227 to discuss healing and the inner person that we can respond to.
Satya brings both a healing practice and a matching style to the framework. I first noticed her having what might be called a chic jungle type of look, and it matches her larger scale message of connecting. She comes from Israel, and
226: Get To Know The Full Spectrum Of Someone, And Full-Scale Interview Prep
We bring the stream of consciousness on episode 226. This one covered a variety of topics I had not planned for before the episode started. I handled a few things during the episode, which was nice to add variety, and I mentioned them during.
Part of this episode was about how I’m prepping differently for when I interview Dr. Christakis, in connection with understanding people more holistically. People are not one-faceted individuals, but have layers of experiences and connections.
225: Scott H. Young | The Process Of Taking Information In Quickly And Effectively In His Book “Ultralearning”
The show continues forward with Scott H. Young on episode 225, coming out on the launch day of his book Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career. The book is a guide to master hard skills quickly in any category, including languages, science, programming, and more.
Knowing of Scott for many years, this was a great opportunity to connect with him around the same time that his current book was coming out for people to read and take note of. I
224: Some Takeaways From My Recent Relationship
We all process things a bit differently, and I like to look at what I missed and what I can work on. I like to keep my ego from building, by sharing and talking and thinking through times. I like to come out a more understanding person who is more connected. This episode is one […]
223: Brian Dy | Physical Therapist With Vision To Tackle Widespread Loneliness
Physical therapy and home health is one thing, but empowering others mentally by countering their loneliness is another thing. My friend since high school Brian joins on episode 223 of the show to discuss his interest in putting out content, speaking, empowering people, and battling widespread loneliness.
Brian Dy (PT, DPT, CKTP, CSCS) is a Doctor of Physical Therapy practicing in Seattle, Washington, and he works with patients on their physical ailments. He has recently had an interest
222: Cary McClelland | Personal Stories Of Tech, Soul, Housing, And Challenges In “Silicon City”
The Bay area is a region of technology, higher-level education, and much creativity. There is soul and flair and venture capital. A lot is going on in a small and dense space, and this ignites stories of results, challenges, and struggles. Author Cary McClelland interviewed and collected stories from numerous individuals across the region, and presents a message about what Silicon City is.
From his bio, “Cary is a writer, filmmaker, lawyer, and rights advocate whose work has taken
221: Safi Bahcall | How To Support Innovative Ideas And The “Loonshots” Behind Them
People pushing a risky or new message are in a difficult spot, because the support for their moment is not high. They have to work well with others who do things in a more steady form. In the book “Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries”, Safi Bahcall discusses the importance of and ideas behind keeping innovative ideas from being lost into the abyss.
Safi is a technologist, business executive, and author. He got his
220: Allison Schrager | Risk Mitigation With Examples In “An Economist Walks Into A Brothel”
Understanding risk is an economic way to understand the decisions and systems in our communities and finances. Economist Allison Schrager looks at risk in fields at the more extreme ends of the spectrum, to understand it with less noise in place.
Professor Allison Schrager teaches at NYU, and has a PhD in Economics from Columbia University, with her Bachelors from the University of Edinburgh. She is an economist, journalist at Quartz, and cofounder of LifeCycle Finance Partners, LLC. She
219: Matthew O. Jackson | Social, Financial, And Global Network Dynamics In “The Human Network”
Your social position determines your power, beliefs, behaviors, and the way that you interact with the world. Are you a central figure in groups that you participate in? Are you able to get information or leverage transferred smoothly? Did the financial institutions of yesterday have all the information that they needed?
Economics Professor Matthew O. Jackson of Stanford University discusses topics related to this in his book The Human Network. He graduated with a PhD from Stanford in 19
218: David Hu | Animal/Robotic Movement, Fluid Mechanics, And More In “How to Walk on Water and Climb up Walls”
The way that organisms move is a precursor to how robots will map their movements out. Animals can do things like walk on water and climb up vertical surfaces, and knowing how this works is useful. Professor David Hu of Georgia Tech explores these topics in his book How to Walk on Water and Climb up Walls.
Professor Hu is Associate Professor of Fluid Mechanics at The George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech. He runs the Hu Laboratory for Locomotion at his insti
217: Vince Beiser | How Sand Served As A Natural Resource That Transformed Civilization
Sand is one of the overlooked natural resources of the world, and is a huge part of the cities that we live and transport around in. In his book The World in a Grain: The Story of Sand and How it Transformed Civilization, journalist Vince Beiser speaks to the importance of this resource, as well as the stories related to its acquisition and usage.
Vince has served as a journalist in over 100 countries, reported from California’s harshest prisons, ridden with first responders, and c
216: Steven Strogatz | Calculus, Biological Dynamics, And More From His Book “Infinite Powers”
Calculus is a branch of mathematics that speaks to the flow of our society. You might think of derivatives and integrals, but you can also think of it as deconstruction and reconstruction. Professor Steven Strogatz of Cornell University wrote Infinite Powers: How Calculus Reveals the Secrets of the Universe to detail how calculus links with universal dynamics.
Professor Strogatz is the Jacob Gould Schurman Professor of Applied Mathematics at Cornell University. He graduated from Princeto
215: Leveraging Your Strengths, And Some Words About Nipsey Hussle
You have a set of strengths and built up investments that is your source of highest energy. It is worth working from that, instead of starting items from scratch. One is way more motivating than the other. On episode 215 of the show, I discuss this concept. As well, I want to include material on […]
214: Paty Ramirez | Life Coaching With Care, Meditation, And Broad Perspective
Caring is something we look to see more of. In episode 214, transformational life coach and creator of Self Love Mafia Paty Ramirez joins to discuss what got her into coaching, how she has applied her abilities, the importance of meditation, and more.
Having some of these life skills is the differentiating point between a person who is trapped in a condition and a person who is at peace with the world. Meditating can clear the path to that inner peace.
Show notes:
where Paty has be
213: Nick Tovar | Scientific Thinking, IT For Surgical Imaging, Technology Viewpoints, And Gaming
Scientific thinkers get along. Guest Nick Tovar on episode 213 is my friend of a long time, and both of us think about and keep up with recent science and technology. Nick does IT for a company that makes imaging products that doctors use for surgeries and related applications. Show notes: how we met and […]
212: Doruk Gundogan | From Lawyer To Actor, Observation, Questioning Everything, And Life Shifts
You might know of Doruk Gundogan from his lawyering (word I just made up) after studying law at Cambridge, or you may know of him currently as an actor in the United States. Doruk joins us on episode 212 of the show to let us know about his story and perspective, and how an observational style gives a sense of self.
Show notes:
why observation is a big basis for how you understand others and develop your own style in responsehow the small details of a person’s actions and behavi
211: Mimmy Loftin | Views On Love And Sexuality For Teens And Tweens In “Your Body Is A Gift”
We bring a variety of perspectives to The Armen Show podcast, and this episode is no exception. Guest Mimmy Loftin is author of an upcoming book about sexuality, love, and relationships.
I always like to support creators doing their thing, because they are able to reach out to someone who meshes well with them.
In this episode, we discussed:
sections of her book, from the broad to the narrow to the self-focusedways that consistent use of pornography during formative teenage years i
210: Self-support, Non-process, Limbic Resonance, Adversity, And Context
The stream of consciousness is back in place for episode 210, which reminds us of the 210 freeway in Los Angeles.
Show notes:
why the steps along the way are not so relevant to me, but the stepping beyond past elements iswhy you should support the things that you have made or done, regardless of how significant or insignificant they have beenhow limbic resonance is the main feature pulling you and others to social networks and related applicationswhat adversity leads to as far as content
209: Recent Postings, Statistics, Other Shows, Quote Posts, And Broad Vision
The Armen Show comes forward with variety on this one where it returns to me bringing you the updates and stream of consciousness.
On this one, I bring up:
recent postings that have been on the showsome of the statistics associated with the show, and how they have improved over timeother podcasts and the comparisons with themexample include Conan’s new podcast, the Impaulsive one, and Srini’s Unmistakeable Creative podcastI look at what kinds of things others are doing that I
208: Erika Stowe-Madison | Nutrition, Vulnerability, Stories, And Perspectives
Nutrition and health are two cornerstones of a good existence. Episode 208 of the show comes with guest Erika Stowe-Madison, who I have known for many years. Erika is a grad student in a Nutrition Masters program in Seattle, Washington.
We discussed many topics, including:
nutrition and the items that Erika is working on, including a community assessment projectsome of the background behind how we know each othervulnerability and the power of releasing your emotion or affected self ou
207: Carl Zimmer | Science Writing, Evolution Through Time, And His “What Is Life” Podcast
Prolific science writing in the topics of evolution, parasites, and the brain is the domain of author and New York Times columnist Carl Zimmer, who joins us on episode 207 of the show.
Carl Zimmer reports from the frontiers of biology, where scientists are expanding our understanding of life. Since 2004 he has written about science for the New York Times, where his column “Matter” has appeared weekly since 2013. He is a popular speaker at universities, medical schools, museums, and festi
206: Alan Jasanoff | The Connection Between Brain And Body, And More From “The Biological Mind”
The connection between the brain, body, and mind is the connection between the subunits of our living world. Professor Alan Jasanoff, director of the Center for Neurobiological Engineering at MIT, explored this topic in his book The Biological Mind.
Professor Jasanoff obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemical Sciences at Harvard College. After completing his Masters in Chemistry at the University of Cambridge, UK, he returned to Harvard University to commit to his PhD studies in Bio
205: Charles S. Cockell | Astrobiology, And How Physics Shapes Evolution, In “The Equations of Life”
Biology will reach out to the endless openness, but it will be limited and managed by physics and the equations that govern our universe. In this episode, we discuss with Professor Charles S. Cockell of the University of Edinburgh about topics in his book The Equations of Life. Before Professor Cockell taught in the School of Physics and […]
204: Simone Albuquerque | Ecology, Sustainable Farming, And Water Management
Farming and ecology is the cornerstone of what we eat and how we live. Welcome to episode 204 with UC Santa Cruz student and educator Simone Albuquerque~.
Simone is a thoughtful individual who looks at and feels the interplay between the way that farming is done, from pesticides used to workers involved, and the end result of crops that are used for cooking and eating. This holistic view is a broad sense that is necessary to build toward sustainable long-term results for us as a people.
203: Romeo | DJing Hip Hop On The Radio, From Power 106 to 93.5 KDAY
Welcome to episode 203 of the show, where we have radio DJ, host, and personality Romeo from 93.5 KDAY, and previously Power 106 with Dejai of the Goodfellas, joining as a guest~.
From his public bio, “Growing up in the music business, Romeo always wanted to be a singer and a writer, but he never thought that his career and blessings would come through the radio. After meeting someone in his apartment complex, the conversation came up about radio and the rest is history.
Fifteen
202: Robin Hanson | Career, Viewpoints And Articles From His Blog “Overcoming Bias”
Welcome to episode number 202, with Dr. Robin Hanson, co-author of The Elephant in the Brain: Hidden Motives in Everyday Life.
Robin Hanson is associate professor of economics at George Mason University, and research associate at the Future of Humanity Institute of Oxford University. He has a doctorate in social science from California Institute of Technology, master’s degrees in physics and philosophy from the University of Chicago, and nine years experience as
201: Daniel Z. Lieberman | Dopamine, Creativity, Love, And Progression In “The Molecule of More”
Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman, co-author of The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity–And Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race, joins on episode 201 of the show~. He divides his time between teaching, writing, and patient care. He is a clinical psychiatrist who received his medical degree from […]
200: Scott E. Page | Modeling, Complex Systems, And Applications In “The Model Thinker”
welcome Professor Scott. E Page, Ph. D., of the University of Michigan, to episode 200 of the showhe currently teaches complex systems, computer science, and economicsalso has taught an online course to initially 60000 people, and then a million people in its second iterationon this episode, we discussed his career, many of the models presented in the book, and some applications of them in this worldmany-models approach to modeling, that helps prevent modeling gapsMarkov models and their ab
199: Yossef Sagi | Spiritual Guidance Of Consciousness To Connection And Individuality
welcome Yossef to episode 199 of the show(last of the 100s) this episode was recorded in Culver City and and set in place by Melanie Yossef is a professional trainer coach from a spiritual framework we discussed many elements of internal being a story related to his kindergarten teacher and our impact on others by […]
198: Adapting To Change, And Taking Quantity To Quality
welcome to episode 198 of the show with only Armenon this one I give some updates and bring up a couple of key pointstalked about adapting to change with example of how publishers used to send me books to review or readyou have to work with conditions as they are and adjustdiscussed reading the book on representative modelsmentioned Scott H. Young article about quantity and qualityquality is a representation of quantity at depthyou can only get to the quality with the effort of quantitycharacte
197: Titan Burl | Year-End Discussion With The Return Of The Baller
welcome Titan back on the show for episode 197~ went over end of year material including holiday time and events remembered on New Year’s talked about 2018 reflection and fitness changes fitness goals for the next year sports played including volleyball and basketball games being played and content being consumed, including Fortnite and comedians on […]
196: Chris Grounds | Northwestern Actlete Entertaining Through Acting, Singing, And Rapping
Welcome actor and entertainer Chris A. Grounds to the show~ recorded in Koreatown on two mics we discussed how we met, where we met playing basketball and what it is like to be an actlete growing up in the Northwest and its impact on life content creation and plans in songwriting and screenwriting for the […]
195: Gail Brenner | Psychology, Spirituality, Awareness, Being Present, And A Healing Ebook
Welcome psychologist Dr. Gail Brenner to episode 195 of the show~. She is a licensed Ph.D. psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy. She received her B.A. from Carnegie-Mellon University, Ph.D. from Temple University, post-doc from the University of Florida, and took part in a clinical internship at the VA Hospital in Palo Alto, […]
194: Nelson | Rule Testing, Social Engineering, Strategy, Honesty And Confidence
Nelson on the show, family member to past guests Alex and Christi Nelson was on the previous podcast I ran called That Guy Named Armen we talked about truthfulness and strategy lying as it relates to social manipulation and what it means why you would want to check the rules of society what value there […]
193: Maryann Hall | Observing Adopted Scandinavian Motorcyclist Describes Happenings
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192: Eve Mutso And Mary Mullen | Dancing, Choreography, Performance, And Working Together
welcome first-time guest dancer and choreographer Eve Mutso to the show~
return guest Mary Mullen is on this show with Eve as well
Eve from Estonia does great forms of dancing and choreography with various productions
she has worked with people of different physical abilities, complementing their styles with her own
she is friends with Mary, who has also designed clothing for her to wear during performance, as Mary handles costume design
Eve spreads kindness and an open-mindedness to the world
191: Alan Gaskill | Storytelling, Inner Fears, Books, And A Look At Time Of Youth
welcome Alan to the show on episode 191
Alan brings a creative flair and a groundedness
we recorded the episode in his recently set up studio
talked about inner fears and how they link to youth
a story from long-lost parables, with Alan presenting it as the author would hope to have it performed
various discussion about books of note and their takeaways, including Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
we went over what we would relay to our younger selves, or how we view some of the progression
190: Angelix | Knowing Self, Being Connected, Expression, And Transformation
welcome Angelix to episode 190 of the show
the numbers 1 and 9 are big in her being, and they are in 190 as well
we talked about a variety of topics in the more abstract category
these are ones about your internal state, and how you express yourself
we went over some details about what holds people back, or how their internal vision is a continuous block
we brought up Jim Carrey and the way his discussions are not stifled
the ways that we manifest things we are looking for in this world whe
189: Ren Barlow | Melbourne Opera, Literacy Advocacy, And Protecting Your Energy
welcome Ren Barlow from Australia to episode 189 of the show
this one was recorded on my phone outside a restaurant in Beverly Hills, so the quality is a bit more phone quality with some background sounds from people
the associated video for this episode will be at this link
she has done work for Melbourne Opera, and done various singing gigs
one of her large pushes is for improvement in literacy for children, with literacy being the way for them to grow from their environment
she also illustra
188: Farnoosh Brock | The Serving Mindset, Life Coaching, Juicing, And Yoga
welcome guest Farnoosh to episode 188 of the show~ I met Farnoosh early on in the blogging days, with her site Prolific Living From her bio, “Farnoosh Brock went from electrical engineer and rising leader at a Fortune 100 to business coach, entrepreneur and CEO of her company, which she runs today with her husband. […]
187: Melissa Souza | Celebrity Styling, Clients, Personality, And Kindness
welcome celebrity stylist Melissa Souza to the show on episode 187 from her bio, she “is an established celebrity, editorial, and commercial stylist, and is the owner/founder of Haven Street Style Studio” we talked about a variety of topics including her abilities and skills discussed fashion and our time at Los Angeles fashion week, including some […]
186: Jackfruit Effort, Doing Things Yourself, And Halloween Festivity
welcome to the episode known as #186
the topic of putting effort to open jackfruit
it’s not easy to eat like a banana, but worth it, like life
you get value out of trying things yourself
there are those moments of high effort where time stops
the more of these you work with, the better prepared you are
life is not light, and your ability to respond is key
Halloween is here and many will dress up and be creative
festivities in West Hollywood and across the lands
P.S. – guest post by
185: Lara Zvirbulis: Mental Health, Improv And People Connection
Zvirby up in the building for episode 185
we went over the topic of mental health and concern for others
La talked about her helping of homeless people
She had made a care package for an individual she will find~
La has done improv and performs regularly
we tried doing an improv bit together but I am more about doing comedy improvically, which is different
discussed connection of people, and how we can reach out to others
we went over books we know of, and she liked You Are A Badass as well
gla
184: The Return Of Los Angeles Fashion Week, And The People
Los Angeles Fashion Week is upon the Majestic Downtown in LA
The event continues its tradition of bringing together fashion, styles, models, designers, art, and people
I have seen some key individuals at the event including painter Crystal from episode 135 of the show
As well, Robby of future episode number ? had set up the event once more with assistance from others
Dancer and model Rayna from episode 140 up in the place and brought the flair
I like seeing people and meeting new people
I met a
183: One Year Of The Armen Show
hello and welcome to episode to episode 183 of the show
it has been one year since I started the podcast on October 6, 2018
it is good to signify changing moments in time
we have had many guests and topics and series of discussions
on the way is continued science, guests, and happenings
there may be a more structured form of the show to happen
we look at making our own building among the other ones
glad to have had you all listening and joining thus far
to more~
182: Donald Barrett | Video Game Design, Adversity, And Church
welcome Donald on episode 182 of the show discussed his entry into the video game design world you can find this individual at Insomniac Games we talked about adversity and what it can lead to the challenges from before lead to the strength of now included some content on relationships and/or relating with others socializing […]
181: Character Building, Food Places, Simulation, And Self-Quotes
181 in the building
character building with small efforts
you have to live up to your own mini-goals
also talked about food places that I have gone to
some of the popular places to eat
simulation theory concepts
if in a simulation, we are not able to even go out of bounds
make your own quotes
you don’t need to be checking other’s quotes
Los Angeles is not light
180: The Conversational Backpack As Your Toolkit For Socializing
welcome to episode 180 on the show~
this one inspired by idea from Mary M
the conversational backpack is your way to connect with others
you have your toolkit to work with
you can bring variety, change in tone, and spontaneity
you don’t want to be limited to one or two things when talking
sticking to one tone will bore the other person at some point
we want to be flowing and weaving like a river
179: Kim Marra And Catie Prendergast | Relationships, Parents, And Habits
welcome guests Kim and Catie on episode 179 of the show we recorded this one on a sidewalk of a street in Los Angeles first recording on a public sidewalk with people walking by discussed relationships gone awry also discussed parenting that wasn’t as desired some elements of OCD were talked about as often, we […]
178: World Updates, Potential Audiobook Listening, And Having A Clear Target
welcome to episode 178 this one is a stream of consciousness type episode we want all to flourish like a bird flying mentioned some elements to complete in upcoming time 2 author interviews in September and Robert Greene book in October will check out an audiobook to see if that is a better way having […]
177: Moving The Needle On Your Projects, And Voicing Your Path
episode 177 in the internets
this one inspired somewhat by Isaiah
you want to move the needle on your projects, and not just maintain
we want to have done more today than we could have done yesterday
voicing your path gets you toward there
your voice and thoughts are your direction maker, or rudder
we don’t have room for a path that isn’t ours
a little closing bit on Mac Miller and his departure
to more~
176: Avoidance, And The Fear And Issues Associated With It
the things we avoid are the things we get weaker in bringing attention to a topic is the way to handle it brushing it to the side gives it more weight than it deserves we want to keep things light things that are avoided grow bigger it represents a fear within you don’t want to […]
175: Jenny Lam And Lucy Li | Office Personalities, Podcasting Ideas, And Family Upbringing
welcome Jenny and Lucy on episode 175 of the show~
this is the second double-guest episode of all
we discussed potential podcast topics that they might include in a show
what the podcast would be called, and how it would be presented
little houses and their appeal or interest factors
gym story and why it is key to be a good salesman if you are a salesman
heredity and the finding out of lineage information from 23andme
accents across the board for the fun
what each person likes about each person
174: Viewing Moments As Their Own Entity, And Creative Input-Output Priorities
on this one I went over a few topics better to make errors along the way than not do anything we have times where the thing we did was the last time we would do that view things as though that time is the only time that matters including things as part of a group […]
173: Discussing People Who Have Departed, And Mental Well-Being
welcome to episode 173 of the show
on this one I am talking about some of the people departed
Chester Bennington who left his singing career
Kate Spade who left her jewelry career and brand name
Anthony Bourdain and his chef and cooking career
xxxtentacion and his rapping popularity with the youth
I go over some of the things that matter most in life
mental well-being is the things that is bigger than socioeconomic status, wealth, popularity, or reverence
more to come on the show~
172: Gary Kazazian | Being Interviewed About A Variety Of Topics
things switch around here on episode 172 of the show
Gary(one of the two triple guests) interviews me on this one
he brought forward a variety of questions
questions went over some of the authors I liked, the people I am trying to reach, and the intent behind the content I put out
you can find out some of my reasoning for how I do the show
there was some good variety here, and I like being on the interview end, and would remain there if not more inclined to be on the hosting end
Gary knows audi
171: Kelp Man @Armen On Twitter, And The Focused Nature Of Text
welcome online to episode 171 palindrome fest
the story of Kelp Man and how he became
know the value of kelp for the ocean and what it brings
the greatness of text as a medium for communication
Twitter and Medium for their textiness
my story of someone asking me for my Twitter to use it
how to respond to the world
to more ocean rescues with Kelp Man
170: Chapter 1 And Half Of Chapter 2 Of She Has Her Mother’s Laugh By Carl Zimmer
we are in the 170s as episodes go this one is about the first chapter and a half of Carl Zimmer’s most recent book it is called She Has Her Mother’s Laugh, and it is about heredity/genes this section included discussion of many scientists work early on in the 1400s and 1500s and 1600s, people tried […]
169: August Songs, Science Book Author Interviews, And How All Brains Are Similar
welcome back to the show on episode 169 this show has some updates on August plans and output a few rap songs will be coming out with choruses (Credit to R) book author interviews and content summaries coming for The Human Instinct by Kenneth R. Miller and She Has Her Mother’s Laugh by Carl Zimmer our brain […]
168: Mary Mullen | The Youth, Music Shows, Venues, And Books
welcome back Mary to the show possibly the first triple guest nope I checked and Gary was the first triple guest, but close we discussed the upcoming youth generation of 15-25 year olds as well included topics on music shows and venues in the area museums were mentioned a bit as Mary is on holiday […]
167: Ira Silver | Real Estate, LA Activity, 10X, And Scheduling
Ira back on the show from episode 16 to episode 167~
including discussion of real estate and development plans
we talked about the Bird and Lime scooters all over LA
there was a GaryVee event we didn’t go to in DTLA
the value of scheduling, even if you adjust your schedule
having a focus is something you are telling yourself
glad to have Ira on, and good energy
166: Divergent Niches All Over The Place, But Convergence Remains
welcome to episode 166 of The Armen Show
this one is about the numerous niches that all have deviated into
the world is more spread out long tail than it was 20 years ago
the social media landscape dictates levels of divergence at any time
there is still a larger scale convergence or point of unity I mention here
understand all of us as part of one larger brain
165: Your Message Released Without Fear, Through The Filter Of Attention
do we have a message to put out there?
it has to battle against the attention-grabbing of everyone else
fear has no place in your output
the battle is already tough enough with the competition out there
let others try and limit you, but don’t help by limiting yourself
the value of timeless information you can come back to years later
we most forward on episode 165 of the show
164: Amazon Books And The Way Competition Expresses Itself
visited Amazon Books in the mall where there was once a Border’s
one bookstore replaced by another with a different ethos
competition doesn’t work with you but seeks to replace you
this is only if you don’t match what the world is seeking
always look to the audience for extra information on what is needed
this episode included a higher energy minute
163: Making Things On The Spot, E3 Updates, And Self-Awareness
hey to all the listeners
this one includes some updates from the E3 gaming convention I went to
also I discuss the framework of making things that fits you
you don’t want to try to fit into how someone else does things
the need for attention before a message can be gotten across
why I like Los Angeles not paying much attention to anything anymore
162: June Boom, Relevancy In 2018, And Reducing Friction
welcome to June and episode 162 in the place to be
what makes you relevant in 2018, as far as content creation, putting out a message, or advertising your business?
friction needs to be reduced if you want to get anything substantial out into the social marketplace
include people in your thing, and that can be as good as including yourself in their thing
one purpose of TV and movies is also described in this episode
glad to have you on the team
161: Some Shout Outs, A Message On Interpersonal Connection, And Timely Updates
welcome all to episode 161 of the show with Armen in the place gave some shout outs to Julia, Rebecca, and Christi, with some reasoning for each individual discussed how the people who fit you always want more of you Julia’s quotes Instagram is at instagram.com/eretzyad updates on current events including the volcano in Hawaii […]
160: Rebecca Faith Lawson | Self-Awareness, Discernment, Modeling, And Youtubing
glad to have model and writer Rebecca Faith Lawson on the program
we brought up issues about self-awareness and matching what you put out
our time on this planet is not to do things we don’t resonate with
she has done modeling, but not always in forms that brought her joy
might she start a Youtube channel where she vlogs and shares?
it is up to us to present a framework for others to understand us better
if you have impetus to do something, reach for it
also, we did a Youtube vlog wal
159: Fear As It Relates To Knowledge, And Some Updates
fear is connected to how much you know in this world understanding this lets you know how much you know make the link between your own fear and your perceptions updates on some Youtube clips and others we move forward here on The Armen Show, on episode 159
158: The Moment Is But A Fleeting Blip For You To Join In
updates across the way on episode 158 April 24th was the Armenian Genocide remembrance last week was the Coachella performance with many singers an episode here with just me like back in the day we have moments in time to do things if we don’t reach for them, they float away
157: Christina Renee Moore | Lightness And Darkness, Cognitive Associations, And Critical Thinking
welcome guest attorney Christina Renee Moore to episode 157 of the show~
the concepts of lightness and darkness, and their associations
many a people will associate dark with bad and light with good
included material on critical thinking, and how depth is worthwhile
many societal issues stem from topics that are not fleshed out by people
included a poem of Christina’s about the topic
discussed some places around the country that Christina has been to
glad to have her on the program
156: Ella London | On The Yellow Life, English Heritage, And Stories
ray of sunshine yellow individual Ella London joins on episode 156~
she comes from the land of England, and always wears yellow
we discussed a variety of topics, including how the coloring started
linguistics and voice and beatboxing was brought up
it was a bit like an episode of the Craig Ferguson show(conversation)
my longest episode to date~
lot of fun, and glad to have Ella on the show
155: Egg Battles On Easter And Bicycle Kick Goal By Ronaldo
Armen T. informed me I should discuss the Easter game Armenians play
there is one involving hitting another’s egg with your egg to win theirs
it can be fun and involves colored eggs during the holiday
separately, I discuss here the goal Ronaldo made as a bicycle kick
doing more when you are already revered is only a winning situation
154: Making Something Of Your Own Versus Watching The Best Others
we have ratios of creation and consumption in our regular habits
both are fine, based on how they fit you
my message here is about how I prefer making at any level, versus seeing something that is amazingly produced
seeing an amazing production could be done by someone other than me
making an audio or video or article includes a bit of my thoughts and depth
adding a layer is something we can do to all that we see
153: Keeping Yourself In The Flowing Mindset When Difficulties Arise
we build things brick by brick, and keep a focus on steps being small
large steps ahead of us look too heavy to get moving on
when movement is in place, chips in your glass are not to be looked at
keep the bigger context in mind, and let the flow remain in place
your continuous efforts are way bigger than any small difficulty is valued
also included material from Skin In The Game about the intolerant minority
speaking out makes a few louder than the vast majority
152: Titan Burl | On E-Gaming, Fortnite, Streaming, And Basketball
guest Titan joins as guest on episode 152 of the show
we talked about the activity currently happening in Fortnite gaming
Titan has a history of gaming, and I spoke about my past gaming history
most of his is on consoles, while most of mine has been on computers
discussed Twitch streaming and the popularity of some channels
included material about basketball tournaments Titan has taken part in
nice individual with a competitive flare
glad to have him on the show~
151: Helping Someone Out On The Side Of The Road
I was getting on an onramp and saw a car starting to stall
his vehicle blocked one of the lanes of traffic going on the freeway
I parked in the side spot and got out to join and help him
he was happy someone was there to keep him from being stuck
you have opportunities to help people in need in some way
150: Fortnite, Epic Games, ZZT, And Games I Played In The Early 1990s
the currently popular game called Fortnite was created by Epic Games
they were started by Tim Sweeney in 1991/1992
he created ZZT, one of the earliest games I remember playing on computer
you could create your own worlds on it, just like some games today
people like the ability to modify
other ones I enjoyed from them were One Must Fall 2097(which the music for this episode comes from), Jazz Jackrabbit, and the Unreal Tournament series of games
a generation of youth is now playing games that co
149: Skin In The Game, And Listening More Than Talking
Nassim Nicholas Taleb has a new book called Skin In The Game
it highlights the importance of being invested in what you talk about
you should be feeling the bad or good consequences of your actions
long ago we had more emotional connection to our life decisions
separately, listening is a key aspect to connecting with others
talking is fine sometimes, but listening is not done much these days
148: Pictures With Words On Them, And Starcraft Gaming Of The Past
lately I have been making pictures with words or screen names on them
it combines the real with the verbal or internet-type material
everyone has things they can make or choose to post
used to play Starcraft with a crew, and it was a great cooperative game
we would battle against enemies, but worked together as a unit
147: Klaudia Tóth | The Camino De Santiago, Travels, And Writings
guest Klaudia joins on episode 147 of The Armen Show, with two books one of her books catalogs her happenings on a 40-day excursion called the Camino de Santiago, across hundreds of miles it expresses how she discovered herself through the process her other book is a children’s book with illustrations of her own traveling […]
146: Less Is More, And Expansion Followed By Consolidation
this life allows us to organize things we do as we choose to
doing less can be much more than trying to do all
especially in Los Angeles or other big cities, organization is key
you can only manage your framework if you manage your use of time
expand what you do for a period, and then consolidate into main points
keep what you choose to, and then your world is well-chosen
145: Vegan Street Fair 2018 And Other Event Discussion
the Vegan Street Fair happened today in North Hollywood
it is an event of people who don’t eat meat or anything not from plants
saw some people I recognized, which is a nice part of building connection
there were a bit too many lines next to each other, which doesn’t make for connecting with people as much as it does for sales
mentioned some other topics related to advice-giving and recent events
take part in events that suit you in some way or another
144: The Challenges That Social Media Has, And Potential Growth Concerns
bringing it live on episode 144, 12 squared, about social media trust
users have lately mentioned their concern, and are deleting profiles
there is a challenge regarding what will be used in the next decade
apps and services use the user as a product, but it isn’t transparent
people exiting the social media platforms can save all their data
143: Questions And Answers Across Los Angeles In Instagram
brought back my theme from Snapchat of Q/A through LA
one person asks a question and the next person answers it
meet some great people through the process, and connect others
it’s great to reach out to see who is out there and more
your people are somewhere, and likely will gravitate to you
the compilation clip might end up on Youtube
I tag people along the way so they can watch if they like
142: Past Snapchat And Youtube Video Projects, And Video/Vlogging Plans
I made a lot of Snapchat/Instagram/Youtube clips with various people around the county of Los Angeles
some of them involved themes or messages that came to be videos
looking to not only get the vlog going in place, but also add new clips
snippets with various people would be included, with tags of all
look out for upcoming videos to supplement the podcast
they will be on The Armen Show channel on Youtube
141: Gary Kazazian | Performing At Shows And The Musical Space
Gary of episode #3 fame returns to the show, having performed at venues he continues to sing and song-write, and has added performing to the mix we discuss his experiences playing music at places like The Mint and Trip audience understanding and feel is reviewed similar to the last episode with Rayna, we included a […]
140: Rayna Rebrovic | Dancing, Quotes, LA Fashion Week, And Relationships
welcome dancer/model Rayna Rebrovic as guest on episode 140 of the show~
we discussed how she has done dancing for many years
involved information about certain quotes of note, and never forget that “not all peas are the same size”
the idea that seeing how notable people interact with others, and who they have on their supporting crew, is very informative
birthdays and what makes them great
she had on self-made jewelry which stands out among the regular
went over a funny past re
139: Waiting Means You Have Something To Do
there is no room for waiting in this fast-moving life when you are waiting for something, you could be doing more preparation is something that can be done at all times, with repetition in place we have moments to make special presentations, and those moments pass quickly
138: Communicating Without The Details Most Are Looking For
I usually communicate in a meta manner that leaves out details
those details can be of interest to most listeners
it’s worth adjusting mode of communication for those around you
looking at the audience is a worthwhile effort
lastly, do things your way and the world can come to you
137: Keeping High Energy, Creation Of Events, And Storytelling
you have to keep your energy flowing regardless of outside circumstances
the rain has been rolling solid in Los Angeles on and off for the past month
storytelling is done well by Jamie Foxx when he builds up a notable name
Los Angeles Fashion Week went well and was a smooth creation
variety is necessary at times to alter the way things are looked at
136: Being The Lemon With The Seeds For Content Creation
fruits and plants have evolved over thousands of years to keep going lemons/apples have seeds that are their continuity, but zero value to others they provide value in terms of the sugary and fibrous parts of their fruit the value proposition of sellers should include value for both sides podcasts may have 80% informative/entertaining content, […]
135: Crystal Lyn | Painting, Expression, And Communication
welcome Crystal to episode 135 of the show on painting and her works
Crystal has done over 70 separate pieces, with style thick squiggly clouds
many colors are used, but it is always on a white background
we discussed painting and arts like poetry and movies
Crystal brought up some great info about introversion and communication
great message for what a person wanting to express themselves should do came from Crystal around the 18th minute
find her paintings on Instagram at @iamcrystallyn
134: Mary Mullen | Popular Podcast Themes And Analysis, And Some News
welcome back guest Mary on episode 134 of the show
representing for Scottish Ballet and the country of Scotland
we discussed podcast names and what they might be about
also looked at what they were about and if they seemed interesting
some mentioned were Invisibilia, Tangentially Speaking, and The Daily
mentioned the news about school walkouts and a new story in the UK today
133: LA Fashion Week Interviews And Happenings At The MacArthur
joined in on the first day of the fashion event happening at the MacArthur
saw and ran into some cool singers and dancers I have gotten to know and made videos with before
saw the runway walking happen, and had not been there live before
met painter Crystal who may be on a later episode of this show, and saw some of her paintings that she did
take part in events or activities that suit some form of your energy or interests
don’t stop moving~
132: When I Reached Out To Daniel Kahneman, And Bringing Enough Value
Daniel Kahneman wrote the book Thinking, Fast and Slow
when I reached out for an interview, he wasn’t inclined to take part
today’s episode of Hidden Brain podcast included him in on their 100th
people are too busy to work with you mainly if you don’t bring enough value
find out how you can bring more, or if the situation fits you
included some tangential messages about life and understanding
131: Graphs And Charts From Enlightenment Now By Steven Pinker
Steven Pinker has a recent book called Enlightenment Now about progress
it includes descriptions of humanity’s growth in wealth/health/life quality
here I discussed some of the charts in it and what they represent
includes content on global GDP changes and child mortality rates
message of the book is that the baseline of the world population has risen
recommended by Bill Gates as one of top 2 books of 2018 so far
130: Rachel Hart | Speech Therapy, Literature And A Reverse Interview
welcome speech pathologist Rachel Hart to episode 130
she received her M.S. in Speech Language Pathology at Cal State East Bay
we discussed speech therapy and the importance of the field
the presence of Xanga and temporally specific sites/services of past usage
went over some books of note because you know we always include books
brought up some of the background behind my content-making
intro/ending/transition music made by Alex from episode 48
129: Spelling Bee Foibles, And Moments Of Focus
when I was little I was in spelling bee competition
at a county spelling bee I got nervous and spelled slingshot wrong
those times when you focus on something are remembered later
did you take part in some cool periods of focus or competitions?
be the sharpened pencil and not the one that is not sharpened
128: Stream Of Consciousness, And Making A Record Of Past Content
doubling of numbers on the scale of 2s
potentially will create a video or content that catalogs all my making
having a record of things you have done is key for new people to see
the things we say today look old in a few years
stick with your viewpoint in the face of adversity
127: Physics And Discussion With Gia, And Mentioning The Vlog
did a vlog with Gia who came from a physics conference in LA she is into physics, and many scientists I interviewed were there the vlogs go up on The Armen Show channel on Youtube you can run into people who share some interests Gia did a comedy show touring across the country about science
126: Exclusivity Is On The Rise
society is becoming more exclusive over time in this current cycle this is visible through interacting with Los Angeles County it is worth looking at past trends and how they relate to the moment access to the individuals of high control reduces by percents yearly getting into places labeled as nice is less doable for […]
125: The Display Around Us
we look at the display around us: is it made for us? or is it for us to make? do you act for or to that which is around? the choosing is of your own is it a decision, or was it to be already?
124: Making My Own Awards For The People
gave out awards near Runyon Canyon you can make your own thing and have people be part of it don’t always get caught up in others stuff the rain is done and gone away
123: Responding To A Seizure, And Looking At Your Response
I saw someone have a seizure after falling from a chair
no one responded until I got up and made a point of the moment
the fire department came and took the person away
look at the responses of the people around you and what they do
we have chances in life to show how we lead the moment
122: Making Things Since Back In The 1900s
look back at old things you have made or took pictures of some of my yearbooks were made by me and looked different one included spaces for each person I knew at the time the way you were when you were little is very close to how you are now examine any changes that took […]
121: Some Of The Notable Clubs In Los Angeles County
clubs are where people go to socialize, network, and enjoy time with others
the Bungalow is a trendy spot in Santa Monica that has a fraternity theme
the Edison in downtown Los Angeles is classy and good for suits/dresses
Bar Lubitsch in West Hollywood is nice due to its multi-purpose backroom
Skybar at the Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood has a pool in the middle
120: 100 Episodes In 100 Days, And Building A Foundation To Focus On
episodes every day since November 21, 2017, to today, = 100 in 100
reduction of entropy mentioned in Enlightenment Now by Steven Pinker
Bill Gates views Enlightenment Now as one of top two books of 2018
not getting thrown off by having a base that you focus on
a comedy bit about grass on the lawn
matching universal principles of life to keep going smoothly
119: Mary Mullen | Scotland, Scenic Places, And Performing Arts
Mary hails from the land known as Scotland, in the city of Glasgow
abilities in fashion and costume related to performing/ballet
mentioned scenic places to visit around Glasgow, and the local lakes
the folk music and festivities that happen in that region
books in the fiction category and their use as an escape
glad to have Mary on the show for the first time
118: Extroverts And Introverts Hannah Stocking Video
video posted from Hannah Stocking about introverts and extroverts
this episode talks about the message from there
extroverts seek dopamine and introverts seek acetylcholine/serotonin
the internet is more packed with introverts in total
other connections between people mentioned and known about
117: How And Why To Meet And Connect With New People
reaching out to new people is an option we all have
are there really strangers? or are they people for you to know
there is an opportunity loss when you don’t reach out
this is one of my more functional episodes, like a how-to
the next person you see could be your future business partner
116: Increasingly Living On Your Own Terms, At Least Partially
being on your own terms means that things will be less able to throw you off
examine how affected you are by outside variables
freedom is a big part of a healthy mindset, and a main focus of wealthy folks
looking to reach out to other podcasters for guest appearances
your own framework is the key to your own terms, and others have theirs
115: Gary Kazazian | Going Over His Musical Performance At The Mint
you build up expertise in any area that you have talent in
Gary sang and played guitar to an audience of people
the flow was smooth, and the singing is of a warm nature
performing for an audience is a key step in getting content out
when you do things, you clear up any issues that come up
114: Intro To When By Daniel Pink, And The Art Of Timing
got two new books including When by Daniel H. Pink on timing also got The Influential Mind by Tari Sharot on influence will be reading Daniel H. Pink’s book and taking notes timing is key, and we have different energy levels throughout the day take advantage of the natural opportunity timings that show up
113: Following Up On Some Of The Personal Development Writers
I used to write articles in 2009 with some people who are still posting today
Srinivas Rao puts out a podcast and content called Unmistakable Creative
Gretchen Rubin continued her Happiness Project articles and book
Celestine Chua visited me from Singapore, and continues her personal development and excellence content
take note of who remains and who is gone in some category after some time
112: Go Where You Are Being Invested In
you want to be where people are investing in you instead of the inverse
some feedback on other podcasts I have checked out
why your story is only yours to tell
a small story of a city in Los Angeles and how it was developed
expressing thoughts in a way where it would be clear if written out
111: The People Who Are In Early Are The People Who Match You
Kevin Simler and his nice message, and why I match with some people
the people who support you first in a new project are your main people
the people who come in later are also supporters, but not your core base
I was going to do interviews around the All-Star game, but didn’t feel it
do things that match your feelings, and don’t force action
110: Do Things Before You Are Not Able To, And First Person Is Best
Jay-Z worked with Chester Bennington and crew before Chester passed
you have opportunities you won’t be able to work on later
seeing things and feeling them in person is better than secondhand
if you are going to comment on something, check your own actions first
recap of Sunday and basketball time
109: Nicknames In Use, And Why Showcasing Your Failings Is Good
I had nicknames like Spermin and Stupid Armen in the past nicknames can be used to represent something good about a person examples of nicknames I have used and given to others take the failings that you had in the past and showcase them self-esteem means that people knowing your mistakes is fine
108: Not Being Too Serious, And Basic Forms Of Signaling
this is NBA All-Star Weekend and there are a lot of festivities
don’t be too serious in life, as heaviness is usually compensation
there are light forms of signaling that work on many people
if your perspective is shared by many, voicing it helps them
if your perspective is shared by few, voicing it represents for you
107: The Most Visited Cities Around The World In 2017
went over a list of the most visited cities around the world
included my thoughts on each region, including ones in the US
Europe and Asia are high on the list of visited continents
most popular areas are areas near a river by a big central hub
some of the most visited cities were news to me
106: Many Podcasts Are One Hour Long And Posted Once A Week
feedback on research into other podcasts that exist
many are about an hour long and posted once a week
Tuesday is a popular day that people post
telling your story is the only way to have your story known
holidays are socially engineered, but can be worked with
105: Kaylia Schunemann | Book Club, Vase Face, And Personality
Kaylia from YouTube channel Vase Face on the show
have been on her channel a couple times
discussed books, as well as the book club she is currently running
personality features like introverted feeling, and developing it
plans for 2018 on the YouTube, and in graduate school
glad to have her on the show
104: Going Over My Interview With Kevin Simler And Robin Hanson
authors of The Elephant in the Brain
questions and concepts from their book and my interview with them
hidden motives and manipulation that happens everywhere
looking at alternatives to what we have in the world
keeping a rational view of discourse and criticism
glad to have had these two authors take part in the text interview~
103: How Blockchain Matches The Way The Universe Works
blockchain’s ledger matching the universal forward progression
how we are not able to cancel what has already been done
other podcasts I have examined and learned from
Oprah’s SuperSoul, or the Joe Rogan Experience
what my podcast represents, and how I am implementing that
102: Using Evernote Notebooks, And How Mine Are Organized
interesting information notebook and its value
books notebook that has my notes for the books I’ve read
previous iterations of content I have made in different notebooks
my comedy notebook where I wrote material for sets I did
using Evernote to organize the parts of your life that matter to you
101: Discussing People’s Quotes From Tribe Of Mentors
“Be polite, on time, and work really hard until you are talented enough to be blunt, a little late, and take vacations and even then… be polite”
“Celebrate the childlike mind”
“The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing”
“Think for yourself. Everyone has a unique picture of how things work and function, and yours is as valuable as anyone’s”
“If it’s already common knowledge, it’s probably too late to make
100: Looking Forward Beyond The First 100 Episodes
we have made it to episode 100
checking out how I can improve and streamline the posts
noting the great guests along the way
looking at other podcasts to see what is different or notable
working toward great results, glad to have y’all on board~
99: Examining Other Podcasts To Learn From Them, And Tribe Of Mentors
looking at other podcasts like This American Life and Serial
examining what they have that I can learn from or do
how longevity can lead the way to nice results
Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss and my short look at it thus far
something cool about the authors of the last book I read
98: Lottery Anonymity, And What Happens When You Close Your Eyes
lady winning the lottery and wanting to remain anonymous
how relevant anonymity is when having large funds
how closing your eyes gives you perspective on your world
some book updates and a little bit on the rocks
97: My Rocks Collected At Malibu Beach, And Super Bowl Party
Glad to have you back on episode 97. Some of us like collecting things, and I recently collected a bunch of rocks when at Malibu Beach, and many of them are nice. In this episode, I discuss:
the colors and shapes of the rocks I collected
people around the beach who saw the collecting and noticed
what I might do with the rocks, and how they look
the super bowl party that we had, and how it was inclusive
These rocks were publicly available, and I went and searched them out. This is a nice messag
96: Shout Out Sunday To The People, And Happenings As Of Late
Sometimes you want to update about what is occurring, and shout out the people who make things or do things you know about. This is a nice thing you can do regularly. The people around us are the people we can connect with. In this episode, I discuss:
Toby Emerson and his cool music I have used on my Youtube and here
Gary Kazazian music I used for intro, and his planned gig at The Mint
Kenny bringing NotSocks to the people who want socks but not socks
Gary Vee and his latest book Crushing It th
95: How The Super Bowl Causes Congregation, And Including People’s Work
We are in the February. This one, episode 95, is on socially-known events like the Super Bowl, and making use of them for social happenings. There are not that many things that a lot of people know about, especially as the amount of niches grows in size. In this episode, I discuss: the way that […]
94: Why Performance Is Necessary, And The Teams Society Is Made Of
We are in the 90s like it is like 1994. This is episode 94, and the intro music is “Gone Home” by Gary Kazazian, and possibly Kaspar Kazazian as well. It is also in the outro. Music is always good for variety purposes. The Elephant In The Brain is now a book we have gone through […]
93: The Elephant In The Brain – Chapters 13 To 17
This one is the closer as far as the chapters of the latest book I have been reading, which is The Elephant In The Brain. It was a cool book, and informed a lot about why people do much of what they do, and how we can learn about ourselves through that. In this episode, on the first of the month of February, I discuss:
how the educational system is about signaling and certification
the ways that medicine is about conspicuous caring more than healing
the details of religion that make it about lo
92: The Elephant In The Brain – Chapters 8 To 12
Knowledge is the way, and we keep it moving on The Elephant In The Brain. This one gets into some more of the chapters on sections of society and the hidden motives that go with them. I discuss: how laughter represents more than something being “funny” the way that conversation is used to showcase one’s […]
91: Nostalgia, And How It Is Popular With Internet Users
People like looking back at the past and seeing it as a good time. This is also a practical business opportunity of our day. Whether it was Mario or some band, there is an emotional connection to a time we lived in many years ago. In this episode, I discuss: how nostalgia has been becoming […]
90: The Elephant In The Brain – Chapters 5 To 7
Self-deception is the name of the game. I am continuing to read through The Elephant In The Brain, and it has great insight into the hidden content in our society. Not everything is always revealed, and a lot is kept underneath for multiple reasons. Episode 90 is about:
self-deception, both as a defense and a method of manipulation
how our minds process in a modular sense, and piece thoughts together
the split-brain experiments revealing how the brain comes up with answers
what body language te
89: Shows I Have Watched Over The Years
I have not watched many shows on television or the internet in my lifetime, but I have watched a few. This episode is meant to go over some of them. It’s episode 89, and we are here in the land of internet.
shows like The Office and Entourage that I watched many episodes of
the categories of content I have checked or know about
how I have watched more Youtube clips than shows
the fact that I read more than I watch stuff at times
The tech show I mentioned called Diggnation was not bad, ru
88: Popular Podcasts, Sticking To Strengths, And A Decade Of Socializing
Double 8’s in the building. I mentioned staying humble in this episode, as it was mentioned that bragging is not a thing to do often in The Elephant In The Brain. This one was mostly about podcasts that are out there, and in this episode, I discuss:
some of the top and popular personal podcasts
how the people running them use their abilities/strengths
why I and others should stick to the strengths that we have
how socializing has been a part of my life for some time now
Shout outs to Liv
87: The Elephant In The Brain – Chapters 1 Through 4
You know books will be read, and I will happen to be one of the people who reads them. The Elephant In The Brain is the current one, and it is by Kevin Simler and Robin Hanson. It is mostly about hidden motives people have and act on. This episode is a summary of chapters 1 through 4, including:
how altruism has a competitive side to it
types of competition that exist between animals
how signals are used to identify quality of person or mate
elements of cheating and ways people do it discreetly
86: The Elephant In The Brain, Hidden Motives, And Science Authors
I got some new books in and some new content to share as always. This one includes some about those books, tangents like Kaylia’s book club episode, and other variety with people.
new books I got from the library after I returned Homo Deus
The Elephant In The Brain, the next book I will read and interview on, by Kevin Simler and Robin Hanson
also got the book Who Can You Trust? by Rachel Botsman
my friend Johnny’s birthday, and some socialization(he was in episode 6)
Looking forwar
85: Fast-Paced Episode On Assertiveness, Group Messages, And Having Years To Go
This is another one of those episode where I talk fast. Time goes quickly in it, and a lot is mentioned. These episodes have a fun flair to them, but I don’t know if I will do them often. I might. In it, I discuss:
being assertive with orders of food like with the haircut
group messages and how they are not my style
some book info as I always throw that in
the concept that you have many years to go to get somewhere
I was able to say a lot here, in the course of the 10 minutes or so. That
84: Particles On A Big Spinning Rock For Some Time
One past listener mentioned that you never know what you will get when you listen to The Armen Show, and he was right, for the most part. There is variety in what I put out, but there are continuous themes I am about. In this episode, I discuss:
how I view much other publicly available popular content
my perspective on the world and what we are on it
how presenting your perspective is needed to speak your side
seeing similar content across books, and recognizing authors
I look to bring more va
83: Get Your Hair Cut The Right Way, With That Toby Emerson Music
Hey all in the world. It’s episode 83 in the building, and this is based on the hair cutting I had, as well as some music and happenings in the book world. In this episode, I discuss:
my hair cut experience, and how responsiveness is good
plans with upcoming books and what I am looking at
different types of breads based on their sizes
the music used in the intro or outro (if you heard it)
I always connect real life situations to what you can take from them. Taking this information, you t
82: Laguna Beach, And The Stories That Are Written Or Embellished
What are the stories that we write? What happened with the Laguna Beach show, or the other reality shows with characters from these smaller beach towns? How did they expand the view of who they were in the public eye? In this episode, I discuss: the reality shows and how they built up a story […]
81: Books Come Out After The Majority Is Done, And Doing Deep Work
9×9 is 81 and we are here. The weather is colder and we have some wind today. This episode brought out the usual networking of concepts. In it, I discussed: putting fear to the side when making moves editor John Brockman and his book I’ll be looking at soon how books come out after the […]
80: Keeping Things Actual In The Present Moment
We got to another decade in the set of episodes. This one connects off of running into an old acquaintance. What an interesting world we live in. We can connect with many. In this one, I go over: connecting with people around the world as much as applicable how my acquaintance gave me some good […]
79: The Reasoning For Everyday Episodes, And More Messages
Why do we keep up a rhythm? What does it say about who we are, our consistency levels, or our ability to respond to the world at large? It is a message of sorts. In this episode, I discuss:
why the show goes up every day
how I have switch to 128 kbps instead of 320 kbps output
a little bit about content from Homo Deus on keeping death away
linear versus networking ways of communicating
tone-based communication
We can always throw variety into the world that we see. Should it always be structur
78: Music I Have Liked, Including Trance, Beats, And Vocals
Music is a big part of the world. Alex from episode 48 and Gary from episode 3 are two individuals who are into making music. They both get into the technicals, and enjoy the creativity. I like some music too, and in this episode, I discuss:
types of music I have liked over time
trance and music with melody or beats
a lyric from a Jay-Z song that I break down into parts
vocal music I have enjoyed in years, along with its motivational aspects
Music is a big part of the world, through Spotify, G
77: Plague, Famine, War, And Beginning Homo Deus
77 in the place to be. I have started reading Homo Deus by Yuval Harari. It’s the sequel to Sapiens, which was one of the top books of the past few years in the category of humankind’s progress over time. This one includes material from that book, and has updated content, and also discusses the future. In this episode I discuss:
the introduction to this book, and how it is laid out
plague like Black Death sweeping through nations
famine no longer being the issue in relation to food
76: Aligning With Similar Energy Individuals, Chocolate, And Talk Show Games
Insight and examples are what I bring to the table here. Most of how I communicate is through concepts. This episode includes Alex’s jingle as the intro and outro again. I might make that the regular thing. In episode 76 of the show, I discuss:
aligning with individual who have a similar energy to you, and who you can relate with or believe in
types of chocolate I have enjoyed eating or drinking
talk show games and their routine nature of a sounded intro and comfortable elements
weekly cy
75: My Mind Map Of Different Mind Mapping Examples
How did we get to 75? Probably 25 * 3. We are here at the 75th episode, and over half of this episode is about my mind map that I made in 2009. In it, I discuss: the content in the mind map that I made on MindMeister how you can brainstorm using one of […]
74: Going Over My Interview With Dr. Sapolsky On Behave
Hey all and welcome to episode 74. This one is on my text interview with Dr. Sapolsky on his book Behave that I’ve been talking about. It is 8 questions instead of my usual 5, and that’s because I got so into the material through reading and notes. In this episode, I discuss: marketing and how […]
73: Sapiens, Homo Deus, Designing Reality, And Book Talk
Do I get books on hold from the local library? You know it. I continue to lean in the science/nonfiction section, and got some books lately for potential reading or analyzing. In this episode, I discuss:
Harari and his books Sapiens and Homo Deus
things about the books that make me more likely to read them
Designing Reality and how it has some new tech in it
what I look for in books before I dive in
I throw in some concepts and talk at the end of the episode, and always continue the trend. As
72: Jane Lawton Moore | Grayson Power Plant Expansion And Community Organizing
We are back in the place with episode 72 of the show, and on this one we also have a guest. Our guest is Jane, and there is a lot of material described on this episode, mostly about the proposed expansion of the Grayson power plant in Glendale. Included is discussion about:
why the Grayson power plant expansion plan in Glendale should be paused in search of alternatives
the impacts that expansion can have on local air quality
how a coalition formed to oppose the plan
local power plant informati
71: Felipe Findley | Production Value In The Economy Of Automation
We roll back in here with guest Felipe. He is the 14th guest on the show, and makes his way to episode 71. We talked about many topics on this episode, and it was a cool time in Koreatown. Discussed included:
the elements that bring value of production to an economy
how those elements can be manipulated by those running the system
the type of activism that Felipe leans toward
little interludes about blockchain and crypto I threw in
concepts about monetary bubbles and how they can be prepared fo
70: Har Ghobind Khorana Google Doodle, Researchers, And Many Tangents
This episode was an extended one. Who knows if the new form of the show will be extended. It’s always different on here. Topics were: Har Ghobind Khorana being the Google Doodle for his biochemical research why I like scientists and people who focus on a niche future field continuing momentum before it disappears, with […]
69: Golden Globes Street Party, And Making Something From Nothing
Yesterday was the Golden Globes, and so I created my own thing there. In this episode, I discuss:
the energy on the street around the Golden Globes
making something from nothing
doing what fits you in public environments
the rain happening in Los Angeles
Long live the rain, and may we continue to flourish.
68: South Coast Botanic Garden, And Exploring Your Region
We are back at episode 68 in the building, and this one involves a trip to the South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verdes. In the episode, I discuss:
some of the details about the gardens
flowers in there, and their smell and colors
why you should explore your local region as applicable
moving around near or far
The way to the future is steps from the present.
67: Ze Wang | Story Of Playing Video And Computer Games
Long ago, I would play video and computer games, and so I tossed in this story from the past with my friend Ze. Included in this episode are:
the story about time with Ze and playing video games
the ability to walk places
discussion about cities and their walkability
a message about fearlessness in relation to success
Every day there are new things, and I put out new material. There is also the past, which we are somewhat connected to.
66: Long Beach House Party, And Intelligentsia Happenings
Hey all. I threw in some stories in this episode, because I don’t include enough of them. On episode 66, I discuss:
a Long Beach house party that I went to
a coffee shop named Intelligentsia where I go regularly
how I met Willow there and saw her a few times
my attitude of recording in DTLA
That is a couple of stories that I have included here, and I will have more on the way. Also, a text interview should be coming this month, and Ryan may be a near future guest on the show. Keep it flo
65: Putting Out Content Of Merit, And Not Waiting For Change
This episode includes some good energy, which is great for material being put out there. It’s like sharing metabolism. Topics in this episode are:
putting out content that speaks to people in the long term
some entertainment brought up by me
taking action instead of waiting for change
you deserve what you get, instead of getting what you deserve
Every day is a day for new things. Let us make our way there.
64: Discussing Science Books For Winter 2018, And Robert Greene Tweets
What books are some people talking about for early in 2018? There are some that I have read, and some new ones in the science and related categories. In this episode, I include:
talk about books like Homo Deus by Harari, and A Crack In Creation by Jennifer Doudna
discussion of Robert Greene tweets in the realm of personal development
mindsets to have
Episode 64 in the building. 2018 underway. And we have had 13 guests on the show, including some repeats. Let’s all flourish in 2018.
63: Ramy Khalaf | Meeting New People In 2018 And More
On episode 63, 2 days into 2018, we have a guest~. Also, there is some light background static throughout the episode due to possibly a phone or electric interference so I thought I would mention that. Aside from that, the guest is Ramy, and the episode included:
socialization plans for 2018 involving strangers
surprise guests joining along for a bit
thoughts on how people should connect with one another
my goals for 2018
This episode was recorded in Pershing Square, not far from the ice skati
62: Bringing In 2018 With Goals And A Preview
It is the new year folks~. Happy new year to all the listeners of the show, and welcome to 2018. I like the switch in year and the energy that comes with it. In this episode, I go over: the new year coming in goals that I have with relation to this show and reading […]
61: Harout Boyajian | Life Messages And Closing Out 2017
We have come to the end of 2017, and we do it in style. This episode includes guest Harout, and we go into some deep stuff. Included in the episode are:
happenings in 2017 related to family and personal
understanding about who cares about you and who doesn’t
some goals for us in 2018
a classic guest episode with the Root
some concepts to take away about life and relationships
Glad to have Harout on the show, and he is a great guest for the program. To wonderful things for The Armen Show
60: Visiting A Rehabilitation Facility, And Pseudo Guest Skyler
Hello from near the end of December. I met a person and went to visit their rehabilitation place for a short bit. I mention the story about that here, along with:
the facilities for rehabilitation we have in Los Angeles
what purpose they serve
taking rejection and acceptance with grains of salt
a hello from pseudo guest Skyler who surfs
You have to make moves every day, or you might not be making moves at all. Give gifts and be merry.
59: Chapters 13 Through 17 Of Behave By Robert Sapolsky
This one is the closer on Behave by Robert Sapolsky, which is a great book on human behavior and neuroscience. I go through content in the last chapters of it, including:
morality and doing the right thing
elements of human behavior in competition/cooperation
details of empathy regarding Us/Them thinking
metaphors and symbols that we as people live by
the people in the trenches during war and peace
This book has been a big one for me, and finishing it was a great happening. I took complete not
58: Kaspar Kazazian | Gift Giving, TV Show Veep, And Live Room LA
We had him on before(episode 8, he’s part of the single-digit club), and we’re having him on again. It’s Kaspar, and he’s on episode 58 discussing:
how he feels about gift giving and the holiday season
his input on the TV sitcom Veep with actor Julia-Louis Dreyfus
upcoming project Live Room LA for musical output
a note of reflection about 2017
Glad to have Kaspar back on the show, and you know we keep it rolling here at The Armen Show. There is much to come as the year
57: Putting All Your Eggs In A Managed Basket
In life, you can choose to diversify like most investors would tell you do (like Kevin O’Leary from Shark Tank), or you can put all your eggs in one basket. Here is a story about the latter option.
my applying to UCSB
only putting one school on the list
retrying after getting turned down
the trip there to deliver additional information
the path, the steps, the process
You can do life in your way, as long as you stick with your way. I’ll include more stories in future episodes.
56: The Idea Of Examining Your Year In Some Category
What up people it’s Armen back at it in episode 56 of the show. This one is about looking at some category of yours for the year. These could include:
the risks you took in 2017
the amount or quality of events you went to
people you connected with in some memorable way
places you went to and liked
The list goes on, but it’s a smart move to pick some things that matter to you and see how they changed in the past year. You never know what kind of trends or understanding you can get f
55: Mariam And David | Schooling And Life
Sometimes on The Armen Show, we have guests, and that is the case here~ On this one, we have our first time having two guests, who are Mariam and David of my extended family. In this episode, we discuss: schooling in the grade system interests as far as social media things that are fun to […]
54: The Holiday Season, And Keeping Your Eyes Open
It is that time of the year that is the holiday. Here I discuss:
Christmas and the holiday season
looking at things that are presented to you as illusions
snowboarding story of the past
updates as I tend to do
It’s the Eve of the day that is the holiday.
53: Homeostasis, And Flying Higher Than Weather
Nutrition and fitness have to remain in concert for you to roll strong. In episode 53, leading to the holidays, we discuss: keeping your homeostasis rolling how I finished the book and that is a good deal update on the fire record some side info on my day Keep it moving~
52: The Quickening Pace Of Life
How fast does life go? Do we do so many things more quickly than we did before? In episode 52, I discuss: how life is getting faster how we fit more into each day as time goes on the way to adapt to the speed up in the future potential names for the listeners of […]
51: No Need To Be Waiting On Something
When you are working through your life, there is no need to ever be waiting for something. You can be patient for things, but you have to make moves. In this episode, I discuss: not needing to wait for anything making moves and then adjusting after the fact the focus being on your actions causing […]
50: Bringing In Episode 50 With A Rap Freestyle
It’s the big 50, and you know we do it big here on The Armen Show. Little known fact is that I used to do freestyle raps that I would record every few days for years. I have raps from 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and some from 2017 (over 300 in total). In this rap I include:
messages on self-esteem
updates on current happenings
lyrics with style to a certain beat
some switches in flow and speed
The beat I rapped on here is one called “A Touch Of Gold”, by E
49: Having A Range Of Motion And Emotion
In life, you need to have range throughout all that you do. These types of range include:
physical range of motion through activity and stretch
range of emotion in expression with others
range of ability to handle wins and losses of risk
range of understanding of different kinds of information that is available
These different types of range will make you less vulnerable to the world at large. You have to be able to manage that which is around you.
48: Alex Valdivia | Making And Listening To Electronic Music
Welcome to episode 48 of The Armen Show, and on this one we have guest Alex who makes music and is in the music/event scene. In fact, Alex made the jingle that starts and ends this episode! We discuss:
types of music that Alex likes
the hardware and software that Alex uses(and will be using) to make electronic dance music and similar
performers and events he likes to listen to and attend
the fact that we used two mics on this advanced episode
Glad to have Alex on this one. We used two Shure SM
47: Dancing, And What It Represents
Hey all. The Armen Show is in the building with talk of dancing and its funness, and what it represents.
structured forms of dancing like salsa
what dancing represents and means
what people consider to be “good” dancing
kinds of dancing I have done
They want more so we put out more here at the studio.
46: Who Are You, And What Is Your Identity?
Who is the person you are? The identity we have is important. In this episode I ask and discuss:
what is your identity?
what are the things in your life you see as part of you?
how do you want others to see you?
do you reflect on yourself?
This episode is for you to think about where you are in the world, in your own perspective.
45: The Market Never Sleeps, And Opportunity Clouding
How is the show already at 45 episodes? It’s hard to say. This one is about:
the market never stopping for anyone
touching the market and its importance
not being clouded by all potential opportunities that show up
empathy and its relation to audience
I have been checking out some other podcasts, and noticed features that they have. Things continue to improve here in all categories.
44: Net Neutrality And An Open Internet
I had brought it up in episode 22, but here in episode 44, I discuss the fact that net neutrality just got voted against by the FCC.
FCC vote against net neutrality
appeal happening next in the courts
importance of the internet to what we see today
mentioning my past rap about the internet
Will the internet remain as we see it right now? It is up to the societal and legal response to the FCC vote.
43: Describing Some Books Read In Past Years Part Two
I have read lots of books and so I continue describing some of the ones read in past years. Included here are:
The Brain: The Story of You by David Eagleman on the brain
The Planet Remade by Oliver Morton on how the planet can be upgraded
The Idealist by Justin Peters on the life of Aaron Swartz
A Crude Look At The Whole by John H. Miller connecting complex systems
Skeptic by Michael Shermer on checking what you are told
The Industries of the Future by Alec Ross on upcoming industries
Dark Matt
42: Describing Some Books Read In Past Years
We keep it moving here at The Podcast known as The Armen Show. In this episode I go over some contents from past books I’ve read that are in one of my Evernote notebooks on books. They include:
Mastery by Robert Greene and mention of his other books
Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahnemann (read just a bit of)
You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero (interviewed her)
Choices and Illusions by Eldon Taylor (send to me on previous blog)
The End of the Suburbs by Leigh Gallagher (changes in curren
41: Guilt And Shaming As Methods Of Regulation
Hey all I have some content back from the book “Behave”. I have mapped out the rest of the book and will be reading through it. In this I discuss:
How individualistic cultures and collectivist cultures regulate people
Difference in guilt and shaming
External versus internal effects on people
Getting people in line as per society and its desires
Good luck to those near the fire, and glad to have you listening to the show.
40: Comments On Top News Stories Of The Day
Here I went with discussing some of the top news stories of the day, and bringing up a comment or two on each thing as applicable. Items in world news and country happenings What occurs in the local US region Entertainment and sports that takes place daily Lastly, science and health news and updates I’m […]
39: Reflecting On Your Learning, And Daily Talk
On episode 39, on December 9th, I bring some life discussion about things like:
The fires that are happening in Los Angeles
Keeping consistent on your efforts
My plan on how I will be reading the last chapters of Behave
How you should reflect on your mistakes
We are looking great in December. To more health and good things.
38: Upcoming 2017 End Of Year Video For Youtube
Hey all we keep it moving here. The fires continue in Los Angeles, but the city is solid. In this episode, I go over:
The end of year video I am likely making for Youtube
A shortened version will be for Instagram
Updates on book reading and an upcoming chapter
Drinking water
We all have something to bring to the table. If you have that, bring it out there. Glad to have you on The Armen Show team.
37: Being Romantic About Judgment In Character
In a recent conference where Gary Vaynerchuk was answering questions, he said “People love to be romantic about their judgment in character; thus it deems them non-actionable when it most matters”. This episode is about:
Not being attached to your past decisions or maneuvers
Make it more about firing, or cancelling, and not about hiring
Being adaptable over time instead of fixed in place out of weakness
Giving weight to your own mobility, instead of to reputation management
Podcast
36: The Power Of Story And Focusing On What You Can Do
How do he do it? 16 episodes in 16 days with episode 36 on December 6. In this one, I talk about: the power of story to connect with people how you can set focus on what you can do instead of missed opportunities commentary on potential future podcast discussion We are on the podcast […]
35: Managing Yourself During Fires And Other Emergencies
Fires happen in Southern California, or near Los Angeles, and a few are currently burning away. This prompted me to do this episode on how to manage during such instances, and those of earthquakes and other disasters, and to think about them in advance. Couple of fires going on right now (Thomas Fire and Creek […]
34: Chapters 9 Through 12 Of Behave By Robert Sapolsky
We are back at it with some Sapolsky for you. This is a summary of chapters 9 through 12 in his book “Behave”, and I took in-depth notes on these chapters regarding human behavior. Some of the topics in this episode are:
collectivist versus individualist cultures and their different thinking
how culture impacts action
how behavior evolved in terms of kin selection and pairing to family and extended family
us versus them thinking, and how Others are viewed by Us groups
levels of hier
33: The Arboretum, Festival Of Lights, And Goodreads
33 in the building~. In this episode, I wanted to discuss two places I went to, and an update to an online profile of mine.
the plants at The Arboretum in Arcadia, Los Angeles
flower and plants and what is cool
the Festival of Lights in Riverside, and all its various features
how I switched back to my old Goodreads profile and updated it
We keep it moving here at The Armen Show. The next episode will return to “Behave” discussion, with a summary of chapters 9 through 12. See you th
32: World Cup Draw, Predicted Victories, And Country Discussion
World Cup 2018 is coming next year, and the draw for the team groups happened. They are 8 groups of 4 countries each. In this episode, I discussed:
the countries involved in the groups
stories I knew of that related to the countries
things about soccer as a sport
my guesses on who would win each group
Onward to great soccer and competition mid-2018. Also, I’d like to point out that there are 32 teams in the World Cup, and this was episode 32 of The Armen Show~
31: Discussing Concepts In Jay-Z New York Times Conversation Video
This episode is discussion about life concepts presented by Jay-Z (Shawn Carter) in his discussion with Dean Baquet of The New York Times, as seen/heard in this Youtube video. This video/audio had concepts about people, vulnerability, truth, fear, pain, compassion, helping, challenging, having a dialogue, and more.
All the times links are to that time in the video, so you can hear him talk about the concepts himself if so desired.
2:57 – goal to live life through your abilities, not to be
30: Not Taking Things Too Seriously
What do we have in store in this last episode of November, episode 30 on November 30, with 10 days in a row of podcasts? discussion about not taking things too seriously giving weight only where it is fitting talk on Christmas tree lightings and their representation some description of my December goals as posted […]
29: Focusing Through Variety, And Some Non-Conceptual Discussion
Threw in some variety in this here episode #29 on November 29th. In this episode that I recorded in a car, we have:
focusing in the face of variety and distraction
keeping to a plan you have set
discussion about cars and people walking by while I recorded this
some talk about colors and non-conceptual material
Wednesday was a great day and we move towards December soon. I’m on chapter 11 of Behave so an upcoming episode will include content on chapters 9 through 12.
28: High And Low Energy Times, Products, And Peoples’ Wants
This here is episode 28, on the 28th, with topics of discussion including:
high and low energy times in society
being efficient with when things are best for doing
using the products you have while you have them
matching what people want
The Armen Show is rolling out of the year in a booming style, with a flowing sense of direction~
27: Creating Ways To Say Yes That Work For You
The world hands you chances to say yes, but it doesn’t always fit how you do things. Here I talk about an example of how you can. saying yes and suiting it to yourself how chef Morimoto did it with a ketchup example adjusting to life like evolution already exemplifies side discussion of my book […]
26: Consistent Effort And Not Acting On Fear
Episode 26 is up on November 26th, and this one is about two main topics, and some side commentary:
consistent effort and its associated habits
the things that come on the side of regular activity
not giving in to fearful decision stoppage
why acting in fear is a great universal test
some discussion about episodes
Glad to have you on the team~
25: Josh Sussman | Acting, Socializing, Movies, And Food
Episode 25 of The Armen Show, being posted on November 25th(continuing the matching day trend of the past few days) includes a guest who is actor Josh Sussman. Josh is full of life and a warm nature. We went over many things, including:
acting he has done over many years since he was 9
how we met, and how socializing involving risk-taking can be great
movies Josh has enjoyed watching
foods of interest and that Josh has enjoyed eating
various banter between us as we relate
Shout outs to Josh fo
24: Descriptions Of Some People I Follow On Twitter
Here comes episode 24 on November 24th, and it is about some of the people I follow on Twitter. I wanted to go over who they are and why I check their stuff.
Richard Dawkins – views on biology and evolution
Scott H. Young – writing articles since 2006 on personal development and learning
Demetri Martin – comedian with deadpan humor and wit to form
Daniel Goleman – scientist/author of books on intelligence and social nature
Robert Greene – author of key books on pow
23: Thanksgiving And The Things You Do
Happy Thanksgiving folks. Here I do a little talk about the day, and holidays in general.
Thanksgiving and the time off
using it for something like reflection
the habits you can build over time
little mentions about my hike
Thanks for listening and look out for more~
22: Net Neutrality And Efforts Of Reaching Out
On this 22nd day of November, I bring up the concept of net neutrality, and its maintenance at the current time.
for an internet that remains open
so that certain sites don’t cost more than others
so a form of a censorship doesn’t happen
because the internet is the basis of so much that we have now
21: Responding To Top Posts On The ENTP Subreddit
In this episode, I chose to respond to a few choice posts on the ENTP subreddit on Reddit. ENTP is a grouping of a certain personality type that I am most similar to of that personality type system. (Extroverted Intuitive Thinking Perceiving) Here I discussed: whether my type does breathing thoughts on ego and its […]
20: Alicia Bergman | Jewelry Making, Gemstones, And Salsa Dancing
We have come to episode 20 on The Armen Show podcast. On this episode, we welcome guest Alicia. The topics we discuss are: making of jewelry that Alicia does her interest in that activity, and inclusion of gems ability to make jewelry that matches pieces what draws her to salsa dancing places to go salsa […]
19: Chapters 5 Through 8 Of Behave By Robert Sapolsky
Having continued reading from this great book, I have learned a lot about human behavior. It was recently voted one of the top 10 books of 2017 by The Washington Post. I have been taking notes on it as usual.
Covered in this episode:
some aspects of how learning occurs
adolescence and the lack of frontal cortex development
why Youtubers make videos a certain way for their teenage audience
the impact of mothers on growth patterns and self-esteem
testosterone impacts on gender differences
Thanks
18: Dilan Bandaranayake | Cars, Film, And Product Sales
Shout outs to Dilan’s recent birthday. He joins me on episode 18, where we discuss various items, including:
his interest in cars
his online group for Hot Wheels sales
talk on film and his background in film
product sales and what he has done business-wise
pointers about risk-taking and losses
a car show or event he has been fond of
Links:
Dilan’s Hot Wheels group on Facebook and Instagram
Automobile designer Frank Stephenson, mentioned in the episode
The movie The Big Short that I
17: Discussing Some People From My Instagram
Discussed various Instagrammers I know of
Cristel(criztle) of Frog Creek Farms
Vince(vince_jacobs) with music and theater
Dilan(dilancer) with car knowledge and film interests
Natalie(nataliebiehl_) who does artwork and models
Kenny(kennysandersbmx) who was on previous episode
Ed(edhumek) who represents for Britain
Yelena(yelena715) who is a chef I met after the Grammy’s
The interview with Andrew(LAHWF) I mentioned during this episode:
16: Ira Silver | Real Estate And Sports Content
Guest Ira Silver is on this episode of The Armen Show, and what a fun episode it was to record. Ira has a warm energy. We discussed:
Ira on his real estate happenings
how he got into the business
his interest in fantasy sports
discussion of a possible sports podcast
a surprise closer
15: My Article And Quote Analysis Ebooks From 2010
Quote Analysis: Volume 1 and some quotes in it
Timeless Information: Volume 1 and an overview of its articles
banter about the podcast and people’s feedback
informing about my latest Youtube video editing
preview of upcoming book content
Timeless Information: Volume 1 Ebook
Quote Analysis: Volume 1 Ebook
Author Interview with Dr. Arlindo Oliveira, author of The Digital Mind
14: Halloween Carnaval 2017, Socializing At Events, And Book Talk
West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval 2017
Meeting people across the event
Events and matching the people in them
Books fiction and nonfiction
48 Laws of Power
13: Putting Out Content Connects You With Your People
Hey all. In this episode, I discuss the reasoning behind making content that suits you.
You get to connect with people who understand you
Your material will show you what you are able to put out
Inclinations will surface more over time
People can reach out to you based on your material
Thanks for checking The Armen Show, and keep it moving in your own happenings.
12: Chapters 1 Through 4 Of Behave By Robert Sapolsky
Robert Sapolsky, Stanford professor of biology and neurology, has written the great book “Behave” about what causes human behavior, from the most recent moments, to far back in time. I am enjoying this book thus far In this episode is information from chapters 1 through 4 of the book, including: regions of the brain and […]
11: Chapters 5 Through 8 Of Scale By Geoffrey West
Hey all – I’m back with more from the book I have been reading and am almost done with.
In this discussion of content from chapters 5 through 8, I discuss:
scaling of organisms in relation to cities
how cities provide economy of scale
how the sun relates to energy requirements
how a larger city affects the people inside it
levels of social connections
If you like statistical information and an understanding of complex adaptive systems, the content in Scale would interest you. As we
10: Kenny Sanders | Music Making And Entrepreneurship
On this 10th episode, our 5th guest Kenny Sanders discusses a variety of things including:
his band Sonder Saloon that he is in with our previous guests
what kind of music he is into
music making and how he fits into it
entrepreneurship and why he does it
Great to have Kenny on TAS~
9: Chapters 3 And 4 Of Scale By Geoffrey West
In episode 9 of The Armen Show, I discuss chapters 3 and 4 of Scale by Geoffrey West.
Included in this discussion are:
discussion about the power scaling laws
metabolic rate as related to mass
AC and DC current and how they are similar to the cardiovascular system
elements about growth, aging, and mortality
This book has continued to be great, and I look forward to interviewing Dr. West after it is complete.
8: Kaspar Kazazian | Spine And Guitar
Episode 8 of The Armen Show includes guest Kaspar discussing Spine and guitar playing~ why he uses Spine for animation what drew him to animation learning through tutorials Kaspar’s music-making ability with guitar previous band experience his mutual interest in art with his companion Shout outs to Kaspar being the 4th guest on the show, […]
7: David | Basketball And Activity
Episode 7 is pretty exciting because I have a fellow Shirvanian on the scene. David the 13 year old joins me on this one. We discuss:
basketball and sports
activity as a youth
what it is like to be in a connected social world
13 year old life currently
Shout outs to David for taking part~
6: John De Froscia | History And Travel
Episode 6 brings in my second guest of this show, which is Johnny. I checked with Johnny about his interests in travel and history. Discussed: travel and countries Johnny has been to countries Johnny would want to go to, and why he likes traveling what draws Johnny to history historical events that Johnny recalled some […]
5: Chester Carpool Karaoke, Vlog Post, Social Media
Hey all episode 5 in the building. I re-did this episode when the audio wasn’t so good, so it is better for you. If you have any specific interests in mind to discuss let me know.
Chester Bennington’s Carpool Karaoke and his musical inspiration
The Armen Show Youtube channel vlog post
Social media makers and their efforts
Talk about my audio being redone
4: World Cup, US Soccer, And Updates
Hey folks. In episode 4 of The Armen Show, I go over:
The US Soccer team not going to The World Cup
Soccer as a sport and my past playing
Updates about the podcast and what I use to record it
Comments on documentation of your life as it goes along
The show is an ongoing production of me, and occasionally, guests. I hope you are enjoying it, and may it continue to have new material across the way.
3: Gary Kazazian | Music Making
In this episode of The Armen Show, I discuss with Gary Kazazian about his music making, as he has been up to a lot of content creation with his upcoming album called “On a Bed at 4 AM”.
I ask him questions about
the music making process
instrumentation including guitars and piano
how many songs he puts on albums and why
his experience performing live
Glad to have musical performer guest Gary on episode 3, and you may hear from more guests in the future.
2: Chapters 1 And 2 Of Geoffrey West’s Book “Scale”
In this second episode of The Armen Show, I discuss some tangential points, as usual, and then discuss concepts from the first two chapters of Geoffrey West’s book Scale. linear scaling as compared with superlinear and sublinear heartbeats in a lifetime for animals how cities are similar to organisms in their growth With this being episode […]
1: Intro | The Armen Show
Episode 1 of The Armen Show podcast in the building
I had “That Guy Named Armen” as my previous podcast, but this is a new iteration
I didn’t backup the files for the last one so I think they’re gone
This show is separate from The Armen Show vlog on Youtube of the same name, but it is the same theme
Through my words maybe you can understand my story and interests
Guests will be on the show like on “That Guy Named Armen” podcast
I interview science authors on