Penelope Finnie went from art student to Ask Jeeves founding member to chocolate cafe owner to CEO of Egal, putting period pads in public restrooms. She reflects on building businesses at the frontier, the creative act of entrepreneurship, and why she's drawn to new categories. A conversation about Renaissance thinking, taking risks, and finding meaning in unconventional paths.
Join us for a conversation with chef and Ramen Hood co-founder Rahul Khopkar, whose journey spans Wellesley, LA, Napa Valley, and Copenhagen. We explore his multicultural roots, the science behind his famous vegan ramen and egg, and the gritty realities of running a restaurant in Los Angeles. A thoughtful look inside creativity, craft, and the unseen side of culinary life.
Join Matt Gregory, Patrick Dyer Wolf, and guest Stephanie Hsia as they explore the art and science of designing green spaces, the restorative power of nature in cities, and how a multidisciplinary path can lead to a fulfilling career in landscape architecture.
Nathan Howard is a plasma physicist at MIT working on the future of fusion energy — one of the most promising clean power sources on the planet. In this episode, Nathan shares his journey from childhood curiosity to cutting-edge research, explains how fusion works (and why it’s so hard), and reflects on the role of creativity, collaboration, and turbulence — in both science and life. Plus, we touch on astrophotography, fly fishing, and what keeps him hopeful about the future.
Patrick Dyer Wolf is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist in the Americana band Goodnight, Texas. In this episode, Patrick talks about what it really takes to build a creative life — from the early days of writing songs in high school to playing the national anthem at a Cubs game. We explore the balance between art and business, staying grounded on tour, and the emotional power of music to reach people when they need it most. Plus, a few wild stories from the road and the origins of his custom songwriting project, The Song Tailor.
John Carter is a strength coach, gym owner, and author who’s spent his life helping people become stronger — inside and out. In this episode, John shares the winding path that led him from competitive sports to opening Titanium Gym and writing Triggered to Change, his new book about taking ownership of your life. We talk about transformation, discipline, failure, and what it really takes to lead — yourself and others — through hard things.
