Can Happiness Be Taught—or Shared—Across Cultures?

UND's Dr. Jack Russell Weinstein asks: Is happiness about less suffering, more…

An episode of the Philosophical Currents podcast, hosted by Prairie Public, titled "Can Happiness Be Taught—or Shared—Across Cultures?" was published on September 26, 2025 and runs 23 minutes.

September 26, 2025 ·23m · Philosophical Currents

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UND's Dr. Jack Russell Weinstein asks: Is happiness about less suffering, more joy, or wealth—and can Finland’s model of well-being be shared across cultures?

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UND's Dr. Jack Russell Weinstein asks: Is happiness about less suffering, more joy, or wealth—and can Finland’s model of well-being be shared across cultures?

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