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Wonder Cabinet is an independent podcast from Anne Strainchamps and Steve Paulson, Peabody Award-winning creators of public radio's To The Best Of Our Knowledge. For 35 years, that show brought long-form conversations to 200+ stations nationwide; its interviews are now archived in the Library of Congress.

Episodes feature intimate, long-form conversations with scientists, philosophers, writers, a... more

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Emily Dickinson and Charles Darwin both saw nature as alive with mystery – and treated wonder as a way of knowing. Literary scholar and science historian Renee Bergland, author of "Natural Magic," is our guide to the forgotten kinship between the rec... more

What if dying is not an ending, but a moment of radical clarity? In his new novel "Vigil," George Saunders conjures a strange and often comic world of bickering angels visiting a dying, deeply flawed man—debating and waiting to see whether he can fac... more

How do you deal with the emotional toll of living in a time of dissolution? Social scientists use the term "polycrisis" to describe the kind of cascading, overlapping failures that can lead to systemic collapse, and it’s hard not to see the symptoms ... more

Carlo Rovelli’s quest to understand the nature of reality began not in a physics lab, but in youthful experiments with consciousness, political protest and a restless hunger for meaning—years before he “fell madly in love with physics.” Today, Rovell... more

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Recent Guests

Renee Bergland
Emily Dickinson scholar and author of Natural Magic
Simmons University
Episode: Renee Bergland: The Enchanted Science of Emily Dickinson and Charles Darwin
George Saunders
Author and writer known for exploring existential themes.
Episode: George Saunders: Angels, Ghosts and the Moral Imagination
Rebecca Solnit
Writer and activist involved in environmental and human rights issues for over three decades.
Episode: Rebecca Solnit: Hope After the End
Sophie Strand
Poet and writer, author of memoir 'The Body is a Doorway'
Episode: Sophie Strand: Ecological Storytelling and Mythic Imagination
Richie Davidson
Neuroscientist and founder of the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Center for Healthy Minds
Episode: Island of Knowledge: Human Flourishing
Dalal Abu Amneh
Palestinian singer, producer, and neuroscientist
Center for Healthy Minds
Episode: Island of Knowledge: Human Flourishing
Michael Twitty
Founder of Afro Culinaria and author of The Cooking Gene
Episode: In Search of 'Real' Food
Samin Nosrat
Author of Salt, Fat, Acid and Heat
Episode: In Search of 'Real' Food
Bob Hazen
Renowned geologist known for his pioneering work in the evolution of minerals and their relationship to life.
George Mason University
Episode: Island of Knowledge: What is Life?

Hosts

Anne Strainchamps
Co-founder of To The Best Of Our Knowledge, host and producer, known for her thoughtful questions and deep engagement with guests on varied themes.
Steve Paulson
Co-founder of To The Best Of Our Knowledge, host of Luminous, and a prominent figure in discussing science and philosophy, particularly related to psychedelics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • So glad you're back!

    You've been missed -TTBOOK is one of the few OG podcasts that's managed to reinvent it's mission to intellectually quest the wonder and awe of science, majic and creativity despite these unprecedented, dark days, all but outlawing such musings - it takes quantum hope! Looking forward to future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8Wrightwater8
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bring back the archive!!

    I love this podcast, but recently all of the episodes have been taken down. Please bring back the archive to Apple Podcasts!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ibex664
    United Statesa month ago
  • The book of knowledge ,

    Omg!

    Thank you!!!

    I am so sad to hear this is the last show

    This is my favorite show ,

    I will miss you every day.

    Wish you the best in Your next endeavor

    You’ll be missed.

    Be well,

    Miriam Alfonso

    From California

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alfonina
    United States5 months ago
  • A podcast that actually made me think

    Just devastated that TTBOOK is ending. Such an amazing show that I’ve listened to for years. I always learn something new with every episode, which certainly can’t be said about most media these days. A true rare gem. I hope they can find a new iteration. It’s hard to put into words how much I’ll miss Anne’s voice and thoughtful questions. This is gutting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sandy-chan
    United States5 months ago
  • Sad

    Wow! 35 years. Thank you 🙏🏻 I will miss this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kat.houston
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the intellectual depth and unique perspectives offered, often highlighting the long-term impact the conversations have on their thinking.
The podcast is recognized for its high-quality production and commitment to exploring profound and sometimes challenging topics, creating a space for personal reflection.
Criticism includes occasional dissatisfaction with the heavy production elements, with some preferring a more straightforward format for the discussions.

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Renee Bergland: The Enchanted Science of Emily Dickinson and Charles Darwin
Q: What do you love about Darwin's writing?
Darwin writes beautiful sentences, combining simplicity with profound meaning, making his work accessible and resonant.
Renee Bergland: The Enchanted Science of Emily Dickinson and Charles Darwin
Q: What was it like at the Emily Dickinson Museum's studio sessions?
It was haunting and emotional, allowing the writer to connect deeply with Dickenson's creative space.
Rebecca Solnit: Hope After the End
Q: How do you see the current political crisis impacting our sense of wonder and hope?
Solnit reflects on how despair can cloud our vision, but recognizes that many positive changes are a result of collective efforts and historical progress.
Carlo Rovelli: Cosmic Mysteries and the Politics of Wonder
Q: Is there a politics of wonder?
Rovelli muses that wonder itself can drive change by challenging our perspectives and leading to curiosity, thus likening it to a political force that can inspire a vision for a better world.
Carlo Rovelli: Cosmic Mysteries and the Politics of Wonder
Q: What was the nature of that search for truth during your youth?
During his adolescence, Rovelli felt a strong desire to discover truths and was deeply influenced by a feeling of confusion about the adult world around him. This sense of searching for truth was a theme throughout his writing and life.

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What is Wonder Cabinet about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast aims to explore the intricate and fascinating relationship between humanity and the natural world through deep, intimate conversations. Featuring a diverse array of guests including scientists, philosophers, writers, and artists, it seeks to challenge conventional understandings and embrace a more holistic approach to knowledge. Topics discussed range from quantum physics and black holes to ecological storytelling and the cultural significance of food, highlighting the interconnectedness of all life forms. The emphasis on wonder and curiosity reflects a commitment to reviving older ways of knowing and understanding reality, much in the spirit of historical cabinets of curiosities, while also addressing contemporary shifts in pe... more

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Wonder Cabinet launched 14 years ago and published 708 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Renee Bergland
2. George Saunders
3. Rebecca Solnit
4. Sophie Strand
5. Richie Davidson
6. Dalal Abu Amneh
7. Michael Twitty
8. Samin Nosrat

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