The Examined Life: Gen Z Engages Philosophy

In this episode of The Examined Life , I sit down with Kat Mayers , a renowned energy healer from Hong Kong who is helping young people heal sickness and imbalance from the inside out. We explore how spiritual practices and energy work can unlock the body’s natural ability to heal — physically, emotionally, and mentally. Together, we ask deeper philosophical questions about meaning, purpose, and w...

What happens when a teenager, feeling lost and overwhelmed, turns to faith for guidance? In this episode, we sit down with Simone Tumolo, a Gen Z teen who recently experienced a powerful spiritual awakening and strengthened her relationship with God. We explore how her journey reshaped her understanding of identity, purpose, and belonging—and how it transformed her mental health along the way. Thr...

What does it mean to lead a university not just intellectually, but spiritually? In this episode, we speak with Peter Kilpatrick, President of the Catholic University of America, about his role in nurturing both academic and spiritual growth on campus. We explore how CUA helps students integrate faith into their lives, how higher education can cultivate moral leaders, and why spiritual care matter...

In today's episode, we’re exploring a topic that many young people struggle with but don’t always talk about—how spirituality can be a source of healing for challenges regarding mental health, physical health, and overall well-being in our day-to-day lives. Our guest today is someone who has dedicated his career to studying the intersection of faith, spirituality, and well-being. Dr. Harold Koenig...

In today’s episode, we’re delving into a topic that feels more relevant than ever: forgiveness. What does it mean to forgive in a world shaped by cancel culture? How do faith, healing, and accountability intersect when we’ve been hurt or wronged? To help us navigate these questions, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Jennifer Wortham, a research associate at the Harvard Human Flourishing Program and auth...

Christophe Porot is a resident scholar at Cambridge University whose focus is on philosophy and learning about life's unanswered questions. In today's episode, I ask Christophe some questions about his own experiences with the topic and what it means to him in today's day and age.