The Sound of Wonder

Katie Hennessey
  • 5.0 (4)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
The Sound of Wonder

Life can be something that happens to us, something we create, or something beyond explanation. Our place, time, culture, experience and perspective contribute to the nature and way we exist in humanity and the world around us. As life never ceases to evolve, people react in resilient adaptation, innovative pathways, and surprised wonder. The Sound of Wonder is a curious look into the human nature and ways shaping our world. It is a deeper discovery of life's collision of pain, joy and adventure. It is a chance to take a step back and listen to the voices of humanity.

Episodes

  1. The Overview Effect with Charlie Duke

    05/10/2018

    The Overview Effect with Charlie Duke

    The Overview Effect is known to be an emotional and sometimes spiritual experience astronauts have while viewing the Earth from the outside. Some say it provides a greater sense of connectivity to their home planet, and all the beings living there. For astronaut Charlie Duke, his experience seeing the Earth from the outside was on his way to the moon, and his personal version of the Overview Effect adds a new depth of meaning to this phenomenon. Story Team: Production and Writing: Katie Hennessey Graphic Designer: Shelby Mathis Narration: Matthew and Katie Hennessey Sound Engineering and Editing: Katie Hennessey Sound Effects: NASA Sounds, Nasa.gov. Other Mentioned Works: Russel L. Shweickart quote, The Orbital Perspective by Ron Garan. Benjamin Grant, "Daily Overview." Frank White, "The Overview Effect: Space Exploration and Human Evolution." The Bible, Psalms 102:19. Music: Matthew Hennessey, original music. "Gaena," "Simple Vale," "Arlan Vale," "Alum Drum Solo," by Blue Dot Sessions, freemusicarchive.org,  This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.  Special Thanks: Scott Tjernagel

    57 min
  2. The Mind is a Powerful Thing

    04/19/2018

    The Mind is a Powerful Thing

    Can we really do anything we set our minds to? In this episode, we look at three individuals overcoming challenges, whether they chose to enter adverse circumstances or life events left them facing difficult situations, they each share a story of how mental engagement through extreme adventures, major life setbacks and strenuous pursuits equipped them through the challenge. John Bryant Baker is an ultra-marathon runner, white-water raft guide, teacher and thru-hiker who recently completed his second ultra- marathon. His reflections from inside a grueling 100k reveal a unique outlook on facing uncomfortable circumstances in life. Mike Marsh is a tennis player, mountain bike racer, contractor, former Paralympics athlete and a below-the-knee amputee. From the setback of losing part of his leg to becoming a competitive athlete, Mike's mentality has helped him see beyond his physical circumstances. Matthew Hennessey is a first-year medical student facing a demanding mental responsibility on a day to day basis. He talks about the change of mindset that pointed him towards his goal to be a doctor, the ways he's trained his mind to embrace a strenuous daily workload, and the long term mental stamina it takes to work towards higher education. These stories reveal a mental power over physical, emotional and circumstantial endeavors.  Story Team: Production and Writing: Katie Hennessey Graphic Designer: Shelby Mathis Music: Matthew Hennessey Sound Engineering and Editing: Katie Hennessey, Matthew Hennessey, Jacob Alexander Henson Other Voices: San Antonio Amputee Foundation Full Metal Racquets Tennis Team

    46 min
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Life can be something that happens to us, something we create, or something beyond explanation. Our place, time, culture, experience and perspective contribute to the nature and way we exist in humanity and the world around us. As life never ceases to evolve, people react in resilient adaptation, innovative pathways, and surprised wonder. The Sound of Wonder is a curious look into the human nature and ways shaping our world. It is a deeper discovery of life's collision of pain, joy and adventure. It is a chance to take a step back and listen to the voices of humanity.

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