New book project "Nuance & Notes." This is part two of a six part series explaining the origin and story.

In part one we decided to take a step back and slow down. We placed our self in hotel lobbies and observed the space. In part two we share our fascination with light fixtures. Light is energy and has a direct effect on human beings. The light fixture of a space often sets the tone. Towards the end of a trip in Miami, the idea for the new book project reveals itself.

New book project "Nuance & Notes." This is part one of a six part series explaining the origin and story.

In part one we start at the beginning. We have a near-death experience, we intentionally take a step back from what we were doing, we slow down and notice the nuance around us—especially in hotel lobbies. Everything is there for a reason and is communicating and affecting us, whether we're conscious or not.

The solutions for the future and life start with self-reflection. The Quantum School is a project by Rich to encourage this activity. Starting or doing it by one's self can be difficult, so Rich will help by guiding sessions on a consistent basis.

Questions in today's session:

What're you grateful for?

When was the last time you were happy? What were you doing?

Who's influenced you over the last two years?

Where and with who do you feel like you could just be your self?

What's an athletic/physical activity you (or could) enjoy doing?

Check out the website: quantumschool.io

Full Sessions on YouTube

The Quantum School on TikTok

Recorded 23.12.14

On Thanksgiving Eve, Rich visits Cousin Frank. They have a conversation in Cousin Frank's garage. The two eat Cedar Valley string cheese. Cousin Frank shares stories of human interactions. Rich and Cousin Frank exchange dialogue and wonder about technology in society. Where are we? Where do we want to go together as it relates to society? Has it disrupted how we treat each other as humans? Has it made us more self-centered rather than community-centered?

Recorded 23.11.22

After returning from Paris, Felipe comes over to Rich's apartment to hear about the trip.

My 93-year-old grandma emphasizes attitude and positivity as likely factors to determine your longevity and quality of life.

We'll be in New York to record our 300th episode. 

Being open to sharing more stories.

There was a fire at my work. 

Recorded 23.11.30

Curious about the universe? Eve Armstrong's main scientific interest is neutrino emission from core-collapse supernovae using inference methodology. Eve and Rich recorded at the New York Institute of Technology, where Eve teaches. The two discuss astrophysics, using nonlinear thinking to solve problems, and the relationship between art and science that often leads to innovation and boundary-pushing solutions. Eve is a research associate at the American Museum of Natural History and runs a theatre company to help individuals in the scientific community improve their communication and storytelling skills.

Fossil dig in the Sahara Desert? Grace shares her experience on a one-month expedition in the country of Niger, as well as unfortunate recent politic news of the area. She talks dinosaurs and fossils of Africa, the Americas, and Asia. Her love of dinosaurs led her down a path of studying ancient birds. She discusses the relationship between dinosaurs and birds—and a number of bird facts and fascinations.

Grace and Rich recorded in the Japanese Gardens in Jackson Park, Chicago.

Grace on Instagram

Felipe Hernandez stops by Rich's apartment to recap London. After each trip, Felipe and Rich watch the photo album of it and hang out. In this recording, the two talk gratitude, London culture, architecture food, loving life, angels and more!

Recorded in the Clapham neighborhood of London, Cecilia Orbegoso returns to the show. (18:30) While limited for time, Rich and Cecelia still manage to talk about London, culture, fashion, and self-expression. How many shoes does Cecilia own? Are umbrellas a fashion accessory in London? Those questions and more!

Prior to the conversation, Rich briefly recaps his experience and observations of London.

Cecilia on Instagram

186. Economist & Writer Cecilia de Orbegoso on London, Fashion, Relationships, & Self-Confidence