What a living whale is worth -- and why the economy should protect nature | Ralph Chami

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The missing half of music history | Gabriella Di Laccio

Who decides which voices survive? It's a question classical singer Gabriella Di Laccio never thought to ask until she found an encyclopedia listing thousands of women composers from across history ... and knew almost none of them. Her journey to rediscover these brilliant musicia ...  Show more

How to tap into your awareness -- and why meditation is easier than you think | Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

Meditation asks you to slip into a state of serene presence. But why does something that sounds effortless often feel so difficult? In this lighthearted invitation, spiritual leader Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche shares three steps to help you accept the ebb and flow of your emotions an ...  Show more

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