Ep16 -- Human Strong

This episode uses the metaphor of a lobster's color change when cooked to explore how human nature is often revealed through external pressures. We'll discuss how tragedies and disasters bring out the inherent compassion in people, challenging the complacency and inward focus of everyday life. Then we'll delve into societal issues like poverty, the housing crisis, and the concept of collective sacrifice and support for the betterment of all, emphasizing the importance of recognizing our interconnectedness and the potential to embrace our true compassionate nature without waiting for extreme circumstances. This week's episode is NOT sponsored by Red Lobster, whose Endless Shrimp and Endless Lobster promotions don't quite mean what the company thinks it means. Mentioned in this episode: Why Do Lobsters Turn Red When Cooked? Red Lobster's Disclaimer-Riddled Press Release Matthew Desmond on How America Manufactures Poverty How a Homeownership Perk Drives Inequality Diana Butler Bass on Gratitude and the 'Table of Hospitality'