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Rich Hebron explores self-development, society & culture, art & science
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Monday May 16, 2022
Monday May 16, 2022
Wycliff Njenga is a software developer from Nairobi, Kenya. In his podcast appearance, we discussed how technology is creating the future. He asks Rich a number of questions, centering around the city of Chicago. The questions are the following:
- In Chicago, what is the general vibe, most popular sport, and most common car brand?
- Does your country restrict any popular website or mobile app?
- Are there black people in your community? How does it handle racism?
- What is something that bothers you about Chicago?
- What are trending topics in Chicago right now and what are your views on them?
Episode 197. Software Developer Wycliff Njenga on Nairobi, Kenya and Technology Creating the Future
Friday May 13, 2022
Friday May 13, 2022
Biology researcher Rafael Añorga returns to the show to discuss the importance of using biostatistics and understanding biochemistry to address public health concerns and issues. Last episode (187) we talked about CRISPR and gene-editing. Rafael shares current COVID data with Rich and the outlook of the variants. Rafael expresses his increase interest in virology. The two exchange thoughts and questions regarding biochemistry, obstacles to health, and how to improve health education in the United States, which ultimately affects the entire population. How do we make better individual health decisions to live healthier, happier, and longer?
Episode 187. Rafael Añorga on CRISPR, Gene Editing, Bioethics, and the Future of Humanity
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Olive Moya is a visual artist and muralist. Her eye-popping work can be seen all over Denver, Colorado. She uses a combination of bright colors and intuitive noodle designs in her striking art. In this episode we talk the city of Denver, what art school is like, the process of creating murals, the benefits of public art, and the importance of pushing boundaries and self-growth as an artist. Olive and Rich share their love of The Beatles, curiosity, and much more!
Monday May 09, 2022
Monday May 09, 2022
Three-time guest Felipe Hernandez provides the questions for Rich Answers. He wrote these down after him and Rich watched game 3 of the Bucks-Celtics series in which the Bucks won. Felipe is a Wisconsin sports fan and great friend. Here are his questions:
- Why don’t you like ranch?
- What do you think about Aaron Rodgers back on the Green Bay Packers?
- What do you like most about bartending at the restaurant?
- Do you think the Milwaukee Bucks will repeat as NBA champions?
- What are your plans for your upcoming vacation in Mexico?
Friday May 06, 2022
Friday May 06, 2022
Do you remember AOL? Do you remember AOL chat rooms? ASL? Our experiences on the internet and our interactions with its culture will indicate our age and the sub generation we belong to more than anything. After 20 years, Rich meets his 7th grade AIM girlfriend in person, Kelly Moran. The two spent countless hours (and years) as teenagers instant messaging with each other. In this episode, Kelly and Rich reflect back on the internet culture of the early 2000s, what their lives were like then, and the Millennial generation’s legacy in pushing the internet frontier forward. Where is internet culture at now? Where is it going? How does one live life with purpose and meaning in the 2020s decade?
Monday May 02, 2022
Monday May 02, 2022
After returning from Miami, the question Rich keeps getting is: how was your Miami trip? In this episode, instead of answering questions from past guests, Rich answers how his trip was. He talks culture, environment, people, activities, and observations from staying a week in Miami. What did he do each day? What was his routine like? What places did he visit? What was his favorite? All of this in today’s Rich Answers.
Friday Apr 29, 2022
Friday Apr 29, 2022
Ocean Rescue Alliance Founder Shelby Thomas returns to the podcast, recording with Rich in Miami at the Frost Museum of Science. She discusses Earth Day, shares the progress of restoring coral reef systems in Florida, and how she’s embraced art and technology to implement a sustainable revenue model that fosters connecting and collaborating with other organizations working for good.
Shelby’s previous Rich Conversations appearance:
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Monday Apr 25, 2022
Monday Apr 25, 2022
Robin Newa lives in Dubai and appeared on episode 189 where he shared his humble journey from Nepal, pursuing his curiosity and dreams. Rich recorded this episode in the morning during his stay in Miami. Robin asks Rich the following questions:
- What do you think the world will look like in five years?
- What’s the biggest challenge you’re facing in your role/business/project right now and how are you tackling it?
- What’s your favorite childhood memory?
Episode 189. Robin Newa's Journey from Nepal to Dubai — Dreaming, Learning, and Gratitude
Friday Apr 22, 2022
Friday Apr 22, 2022
Jonathan Hannau is a Chicago-based composer and pianist devoted to the surreal, minimal, abstract, and colorful possibilities of music. He actively embraces eclecticism and explores concepts that evoke a kaleidoscopic range of character. Rich stops by his studio in Edgewater, Chicago to learn about his musical journey, creative process, his debut album “Pieces I Wrote on a Cold Winter Night,” and what’s next. Hannau bookends this episode with live performances.
“Pieces I Wrote on a Cold Winter Night” on Bandcamp
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Software Engineer Sarah Omoike lives in Lagos, Nigeria. She was a guest on episode 192 when her and Rich discussed technology shaping the future. She sends the following questions:
- If you won $10 million tomorrow, what would you spend it on?
- What underrated tools are indispensable for your job?
- What’s your morning routine like?
- What’s one question you wish I’d asked you, and how would you have answered?
Full episode 192. Software Engineer Sarah Omoike on Lagos, Nigeria and Technology Shaping the Future