We learn in real time from each other -- in the same room! Today, we discover the secrets to shared learning, and the solitary meme. Together, we know. Apart, we guess!

It's good, though! We meander through the meaning of American Folklore, storytelling, music, and community, and memes. If we are not our sins, then we are our shared stories. What makes us whole again is laughter in the empty space.

Herein is a list of seven moments embedded in amber. We dive into the OED, meditations, books, definitions, pronunciations -- and pronouncements! Nosocomial, indeed!

Know by listening. Sometimes it is smarter to not be the brightest mind in the room. Sit back and wonder about the other thoughts in the room -- and divine expert from imposter!

Experience is overrated. Expertise is undervalued. Listen to a dim story about drawing a bright line between what we feel we know -- and what we really know.

Can we ever be, again, more than just a meter and a number? When was the line was irrevocably crossed between human interaction, and divining with tools that believe they are alive?

Do for others. Don't ask of others. Today, you'll hear the tale of one night in North Loup, Nebraska -- during Popcorn Days, many years ago -- when a young boy made a special request of a Ferris Wheel operator, and was dug straight in place.

Every mob has its rules; every man is his mob. Here are the rules of manliness -- and manhoodedness -- when it comes to interacting with the Fist Bump, and the en passant, but required, "Hello!"

We see through each other. In the hoary revelation of self, we still try to hide behind masks we create for deception, and comity. We pry away the mask that hides both friend, and foe, from themselves, each other, and us.

The exchange of ideas is more about relationships than money. Let's take a look at the how, and why, we are paid for what we know, and own. You will not be paid unless you are first, valued.