Join us on our exciting new journey through sound as we evolve Life Out of the Box into a new chapter—where this leads us, we don't quite know. But we want you right there next to us the whole way through. Listen to our daily conversations as we explore the most fascinating topics this wonderful world has to offer us and experiment to develop LOOTB into something that's, well, out of the box. Welcome friends, we're excited to take this auditory trip with you.
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Wednesday Jan 27, 2021
Entrepreneurship is on the RISE, with a surge of individuals starting their own businesses at a rate unlike we've seen in some time. In today's episode, we discuss why NOW is the perfect time to play the game of entrepreneurship. We hope this conversation inspires you to go for it yourself—whether you have an idea you've always wanted to pursue or are just wanting to create a career of your own full of autonomy, there are opportunities abound for those brave enough to pursue them now.
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Today's episode discusses the fascinating experiments that are conducted to improve the performance of an individual's brain. Inspired by the show "Redesign my Brain: Make Me Smarter" (see link below), we break down each experiment, what researchers are measuring during these experiments, and what the results say about how we can improve our own brain performance over time. Tune in friends, let's get smarter together!
Redesign My Brain Show on Curiosity Stream: https://curiositystream.com/video/3233/make-me-smarter
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
If you've been listening to our podcast for a while, you'll know that our perspective of money is that it's simply a tool that helps allow us to do what we want to do in this life. But when we came across the concept that one should try to actually make money invisible in one's life, well we knew we had to discuss it. Tune in to today's episode as we discuss what it really means to make money invisible, as well as the pros and cons in doing so.
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
Sunday Jan 24, 2021
We've heard it time and time again: "Don't work harder, work smarter." But what does this phrase actually mean? What does working smarter even look like? In today's episode, dissect this phrase to discover its true meaning and suggest a better mantra when it comes to work.
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Saturday Jan 23, 2021
Saturday Jan 23, 2021
Psychologists have found that people's approaches to decision-making tend to fit into one of two categories: a maximizer or satisfier. Which is best, or which one makes better decisions? In today's episode, we break down each term, discuss the differences between the two, and the benefits that come from both categories.
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Friday Jan 22, 2021
Friday Jan 22, 2021
In today's episode, we discuss an interesting trend that many top business executives are predicting as they look forward to consumer behavior post-pandemic. Interestingly, these predictions are largely based on what happened in America after the 1918 Spanish Flu—think roaring 20's, flapper dresses and fabulous parties akin to those described in The Great Gatsby. Will there be pent up consumer demand for experiences, travel, and gatherings unlike anything we've seen in our lifetime once this pandemic subsides? Only time will truly tell, but tune in to learn more!
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Today we dive into the question: Does wisdom only come with age? Many tend to believe that only through the passage of time can one acquire wisdom, but is this truly the only way? In this episode, we discuss why the connection between age and wisdom happens, and how each of us can accelerate ourselves to become wiser individuals while we're still young.
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Wednesday Jan 20, 2021
Wednesday Jan 20, 2021
Today we discuss the future of the automobile and the huge investments being made by companies across industries to compete for this radical new future of mobility. The automobile is entering a new era—bringing with it monumental transitions. From combustion engines to electric. From drivers to riders. Tune in to learn all about the interesting future that lies ahead for us and how we get around.
IDEO's Vision for the Future of Automobility: https://automobility.ideo.com/
Quinn's Dissertation: https://shareok.org/handle/11244/323336
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Today's conversation was inspired by an incredible new show on Netflix: Headspace. Originally an app to train individuals how to meditate, this company has expanded into new media spaces in some very interesting ways. We discuss the Headspace show and how it inspired us to think about some new ideas that we look forward to pursing ourselves in the future.
Headspace Netflix Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H77PL7SlI1M
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Monday Jan 18, 2021
In today's episode, we discuss confirmation bias—what it is, how it influences the way we see the world, and how understanding it within ourselves can help each of us become more enlightened individuals.
LOOTB Website: https://lifeoutofthebox.com/
Button Ph.D. Website: https://buttonphd.com/