Blue Sky podcast celebrates 50th episode and National Optimism Month
The Blue Sky podcast hosted by Bill Burke of The Optimism Institute kicks off National Optimism Month with its milestone 50th episode.
In this special episode, Bill is joined by celebrated author and PBS’s Tell Me More host, Kelly Corrigan. Described by Oprah Magazine as “the voice of a generation,” and Huffington Post as “our poet laureate of the world,” Kelly gives her unique perspective on life’s challenges and the beauty of maintaining optimism through it all.
Bill and Kelly start from childhood, weaving their way to current day, where they embark on a conversation that touches on tragedy, adversity and the transformative power of a positive outlook.
Their conversion shows the transformative power of optimism and intellectual humility, and how neuroscience can lead to breakthroughs for our mental health. They discuss Kelly’s cancer diagnosis, the importance of civil discourse and how community is built through tragedy.
The episode underline’s Blue Sky’s commitment to exploring the depths of human resilience, demonstrating the adversity Kelly has endured and the honesty she shares. And through it all, she remains optimistic.
Blue Sky is available wherever you get your podcasts or find out more on the Optimism Institute website.