SUPERHUMANS

If you could meet up with one person in the afterworld, who would it be?

This SUPERHUMANS story takes us into the mind of a NASA astronomer as she explores a constellation of emotions that inform our perceived realities and connections to each other.

Listen, absorb, and explore how you see yourself in Michelle’s story.

Then share.

Trigger Warnings: sexuality, terminal illness

Emotional Themes: love, imperfection, grief, acceptance, belonging, abandonment, curiosity, caregiving, community

SUPERHUMANS is intended for mature audiences. Stories are raw and real. Do not consider this medical advice. Please consult with a health professional should you need medical attention.

STORYTELLER BIO: 

As a NASA astronomer and research scientist with a Ph.D. in astrophysics, Dr. Michelle Thaller sees the world through the lens of the stars and understands human connection as something greater than what we know on the surface. You can find her frequently on the History Channel and the Science Channel discussing deep universal truths. She is truly a cosmic wonder. 

SHOW NOTES:

• Michelle Thaller: Subscribe to our newsletter for more behind the scenes content
• Wikipedia
• NASA: Michelle Thaller, Scientist, Goddard Space Flight Center
• NASA: Michelle Thaller Communicates the Beauty and Possibilities of Science

CONNECT WITH SUPERHUMANS:

• Dr. G and Pamela want to hear from you. 
• SUPERHUMANS: Instagram | Newsletter | Website | Pitch Us Your Story
• Email: [email protected]
• Get involved with Well Played

CONNECT WITH THE CREATORS

• Dr. G (Gautam Gulati): Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Website | Newsletter
• Pamela Rothenberg: Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | Website | Newsletter

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SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer & Show Co-Creator - Dr. Gautam Gulati

Senior Producer & Show Co-Creator - Pamela Rothenberg

Sound Design & Mixing - Rob Speight

Audio Engineer - Jay Wujun Yow

Community & Content Manager - Tara Bhikha

Original Theme Music Composition - Daniel Brunelle

Original Music Composition - Radha Mehta

Strategic Advisor - Mark Brand

Strategic Advisor - Courtney Holt

Strategic Advisor - Yarrow Kraner

Story Advisor - Cal Fussman

Health Advisor - Dr. Jordan Shlain

And special thanks to our creative collaborators, HATCH. Learn more at hatchexperience.org

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If given a do-over in life, what would you do with it?

This SUPERHUMANS story takes us on a beautifully raw journey that displays the courage and honesty it takes to battle one’s inner demons and overcome a path of self-destruction.

Listen, absorb, and explore how you see yourself in Mark’s story.

Then share.

Trigger Warnings: addiction, substance abuse, mental health

Emotional Themes: kindness, altruism, denial, imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, isolation, recovery, community, self-awareness, gratitude, acceptance, friendship

SUPERHUMANS is intended for mature audiences. Stories are raw and real. Do not consider this medical advice. Please consult with a health professional should you need medical attention.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

Help is available 24 hours a day.

STORYTELLER BIO: 

Mark Brand wholeheartedly believes that being hungry sucks. As a social impact entrepreneur, he believes that feeding people and re-thinking how we get it done will change the world. As a change enthusiast, Mark established A Better Life Foundation, which has now successfully fed over 3 million people globally, and counting. Oh, and he's also a semi-retired rap DJ. 

SHOW NOTES:

• Mark Brand: Website  | Instagram
• Support Mark's Foundation: A Better Life Foundation
• Now This News: Social Entrepreneur Mark Brand Helps Feed The Hungry
• Forbes: How This Corporate-Nonprofit-Community Partnership Creates A Better Life, With Dignity

CONNECT WITH SUPERHUMANS:

• Dr. G and Pamela want to hear from you. 
• SUPERHUMANS: Instagram | Newsletter | Website | Pitch Us Your Story
• Email: [email protected]
• Get involved with Well Played

CONNECT WITH THE CREATORS

• Dr. G (Gautam Gulati): Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Website | Newsletter
• Pamela Rothenberg: Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | Website | Newsletter

FEATURED MUSICIAN:

• Special thanks to Radha Mehta, a compassionate and highly talented filmer, painter and, composer who composed the orginal song you hear bookending today's episode. For more of her music, follow her on Spotify and visit her website at radhamehta.com
• Connect with Radhma Mehta: Website | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
• Explore her artwork @radhamehta_art, including a "Say Their Names" Memorial Portrait Series honoring Black lives stolen due to police brutality @saytheirnames.memorial

HOW CAN I SUPPORT SUPERHUMANS?

Tell Your Friends & Share Online!

Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts

Become a Sponsor: [email protected] 

SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer & Show Co-Creator - Dr. Gautam Gulati

Senior Producer & Show Co-Creator - Pamela Rothenberg

Sound Design & Mixing - Rob Speight

Audio Engineer - Jay Wujun Yow

Community & Content Manager - Tara Bhikha

Original Theme Music Composition - Daniel Brunelle

Original Music Composition - Radha Mehta

Strategic Advisor - Mark Brand

Strategic Advisor - Courtney Holt

Strategic Advisor - Yarrow Kraner

Story Advisor - Cal Fussman

Health Advisor - Dr. Jordan Shlain

And special thanks to our creative collaborators, HATCH. Learn more at hatchexperience.org

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SUPERHUMANS is an audio docu-series where real people share their personal stories and take us on a healing journey revealing the unspoken, unfiltered side of humanity.

Our host, Dr. Gautam Gulati—better known as Dr. G—once prescribed pills, and, now prescribes stories as a form of medicine.

SUPERHUMANS is coming to pod-players everywhere. Our first two episodes drop on Tuesday, January 5th, 2021.

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