Wit & Wisdom with Tom Greene

According to research, social isolation can lead to a plethora of mental health issues and can also lead to premature death. Researchers are learning that even casual interactions with total strangers can have a profound impact on our mental health. Surprisingly, interaction with total strangers also tend to bring enhanced happiness and well-being. In fact, people often share very intimate topics with strangers because the risk is so low. So, the next time you run into a total stranger you might just want to say, "hello, how is your day going?" You might just change the direction of their life.

For all the prosperity and freedom in the US, we ought to be pretty happy. Compared to other parts of the world, we've got it pretty good. But, would you believe that both Israel and Iceland beat us in the annual World Happiness Report? It's true. So, what is it that's causing us to be so miserable that a war torn country and a frozen Tundra are kicking our butts. You'll have to listen to find out.

After decades of declining religious affiliation, the hemorrhage has finally stopped. So, are we really experiencing a spiritual rebirth or is this just a momentary pause in the "Exodus"? Let's find out together.

Over 60% of young men today have no interest in sex. They are twice as likely as young women to be unattached, asexual and lonely. If the 1960's ushered in the sexual revolution, the mid 2020's are ushering in the asexual revolution. Why? You'll have to listen to find out.

Somewhere along the way to adulthood, we lost the ability to be curious about the world. We lost that sense of awe and wonder about things for which we know so little. What happened? And, more importantly, how do we get it back?

Pretty much everyone in the US wants to be rich. Not for the money, but for the fragile promise of happiness that comes with money. But, how much money does it take to be rich today? The answer might just surprise you.

So, what could cause a well-educated, Ivy League Engineer to murder the CEO of a major American corporation? Well, in order to murder someone you have to be a nut job and also a psychopath. But, I also think Luigi Mangione lost faith in our American institutions.

Ever wonder why people in those weight loss ads lose so much weight when you gain five pounds driving past a Dairy Queen? Well, the answer is in the missing evidence.

The digital age has turned the bedroom into a thriving marketplace. Apps like Hinge, Tinder, Grindr and Bumble are making the finding of sexual partners more efficient than ever. But, do these Apps really work. And, if so, how come more people don't seem to be getting married these days. Tune in to find out.

Today, a growing number of young couples are prospectively choosing NOT to have children. Instead of birthday parties and little league games, they're choosing bottomless mimosa brunches and maximizing frequent flyer miles. But, do you think these folks are going to suffer a period of existential dread and regret later in life? Maybe. But, you'll have to listen in to understand this complex topic more clearly.