Some of the country’s favorite actors, activists, and authors introduce listeners to the “wisest person no one has ever heard of” who they credit with being critical to their success in life. Host Courtney E. Martin–think Krista Tippett meets Studs Terkel–elicits the life lessons and palpable delights of these ‘wise unknowns’.
[00:00:05] I'm Courtney Martin, and this is The Wise Unknown. Hey friends, we are back! That's right, we're about to launch Season 2. And has there ever been a more urgent time for us to focus on egoless wisdom? Oh my lord! With what can often feel like a wisdomless White House and the headlines just absolutely filled
[00:00:30] with news made by narcissists, the things I feel most drawn to right now are quiet, humble, considered, even a little slow. You too? Then do not miss the new season of The Wise Unknown, launching February 3rd on PRX. Like last season, where we talked to Ashley Judd and Adam Grant, Isabella Yende and Rosara Dawson, we're going to bring on a bunch of famous people.
[00:00:58] And then kick them off the line so we can talk to their non-famous friends and favorite sources of wisdom. That's right, their Wise Unknowns. The new season of The Wise Unknown drops February 3rd. Hit the follow button and we'll come to you. Be sure you subscribe to this feed and we'll be coming at you February 3rd. Yay, I can't wait.