In this episode, Chad Stoloff engages in a profound conversation with Gaurav Suri, a computational neuroscientist and experimental psychologist, about the intersection of science, curiosity, and storytelling. They explore the importance of making science accessible to the general public, the role of curiosity in human development, and the concept of flow in creativity and learning. Gaurav shares insights from his book, 'The Emergent Mind,' and discusses how neural networks can help us understand human cognition and behavior.

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Dr. Gaurav Suri is a computational neuroscientist and an experimental psychologist. He studies the brain mechanisms that shape human cognitions, emotions, and actions. He is interested in examining the proposition that the mind emerges from the interaction of simple processing units and that these interactions can be modeled using neural networks.

Gaurav is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University and a Distinguished Scientist (Visiting) at The Center of Affective Science at Stanford University.

​Gaurav obtained his Ph.D. from Stanford University. He also has an M.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science from Stanford University.

Gaurav is the recipient of numerous awards, honors, fellowships, and research grants. His research has been published in leading journals, including Psychological Review, Nature, Trends in Cognitive Science, Psychological Science, Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, and The Journal of Mathematical Psychology. Along with Jay McClelland, he is the co-author of the forthcoming book The Emergent Mind: How Intelligence Arises in Humans and Machines (Suri and McClelland, Basic Books, Scheduled for Fall 2025).

​Gaurav came to academics as the 'second innings' of his career. Before academics​, Gaurav was a Managing Director at Deloitte Consulting. He is also the founding member of two successful entrepreneurial ventures. Finally, Gaurav is a co-author of the prize-winning novel A Certain Ambiguity (Suri & Bal, Princeton, 2007).

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In this enlightening episode, Chad Stoloff engages with Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir, an Icelandic thought leader and author, to explore the profound impact of intuition on our well-being and decision-making. Discover how tapping into our inner wisdom can guide us through uncertainty and enhance our connection with the world. Hrund shares insights from her book and documentary, "Innsaei," Book | Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttirand discusses the importance of presence, attention, and community in nurturing our intuitive abilities. Tune in to learn how intuition can be a powerful tool for personal and collective growth.

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Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir is an Icelandic thought leader, author, an award-winning serial entrepreneur, advisor and public speaker. She is the author of the book InnSæi: Icelandic wisdom for turbulent times, and Co-director and script writer of the documentary film InnSæi: The Power of Intuition, both available worldwide.

She brings a unique perspective to how we lead, live, innovate and make better choices in times of uncertainty, transition and noise. A firm believer that the change we now need in the world starts from within us, Hrund has had leading roles in the areas of development and post-conflict reconstruction with the UN in Europe and Asia, innovation, investments, sustainable and circular business transition, and education.

She was the first woman to chair Iceland‘s largest public innovation fund, was the managing director of Iceland’s sustainability centre Festa, and designed and directed Prisma, a diploma university program, recognised by the Nordic Council for responding to 21. Century challenges. Hrund is a trusted coach and advisor to leaders, businesses, universities and organisations around the world.

She is a mother of two daughters, an avid skier and nature lover. She is an Advisory council member at Yale’s International Leadership Centre, a Nordic Ignite Angel Ambassador, Yale World Fellow, and has been recognised by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader and Cultural Leader, and Icelandic Ocean Cluster’s Sustainability Leader.

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In this episode, Chad Stoloff engages in a profound conversation with Sam Parker, an award-winning author and public speaker, about the transformative power of anger. Sam shares insights from his book, "Good Anger," which explores how rethinking rage can improve relationships, tackle depression, and drive professional success. The discussion delves into Sam's personal journey with mental health, the societal misconceptions about anger, and how embracing this often-misunderstood emotion can lead to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

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Sam Parker is an award-winning author, editor and public speaker.

His first book, Good Anger, was published with Bloomsbury in 2025. A blend of science, psychology and history, it looks at the cost of suppressed rage and how healthy anger can improve relationships, help tackle depression and anxiety and drive us towards greater professional success. It was named Non-Fiction Book of the Month by The Independent and has been featured in The Financial Times, Mail on Sunday, Sunday Times and more.

​An experienced keynote speaker, podcast guest and radio / TV guest, he is available to book for events to discuss emotional wellbeing and mental health and fitness.

​Sam runs the Substack The Good Father, a reflection on parenting through the lens of psychology and emotional science.

​He can be contacted on samjohnparker@gmail.com

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