Wit & Wisdom with Tom Greene

Have you ever had that feeling that you've met someone before? Or, that you've been someplace before but can't recall when or why? We've all been there. But, it's especially maddening to learn later that you had met that person earlier or that you had visited that place in the past. Which made me wonder, how many things are buried so deep in our subconscious mind that we can't easily recall them?...

We curate everything today: our news, our entertainment, our music, taxis and even our coffee. But, is all this customization really necessary? And, does it really bring our lives more peace? Or, do all those options make us immediately regretful of the decisions we make? You'll have to listen to find out.

I get it. You hate uncertainty. But, did you know that your brain actually thrives on uncertainty? Just imagine trying to explain to someone from 1974 how we book an airline ticket, select our seat, pass through TSA and board a commercial aircraft all without touching a single piece of paper or speaking to another human. Yet, we’ve all enhanced our lives despite all this change. Why? Because we se...

Have you ever been at a crossroads in your life and started noticing the same number everywhere? Or kept running into people who gave you the same advice? Or had a book fall in your lap with just the right message for the moment? Some call it karma. Others call it fate or destiny. But, in reality, these things are textbook examples of Synchronicity. The questions is whether you're paying enough at...

Have you ever noticed that the most confident people are typically with ones with the least expertise? It's true and it's the reason why researchers explored something called the Dunning Kruger effect. What is it? You'll have to listen to find out.

You've often heard that life is a journey. On that journey we will learn that our greatest impact came from the smallest of gestures. And, that my friend, is the reason why you're here.

We're living in the most connected time in history. But, we've never had a harder time genuinely connecting with one another. I blame the pandemic. With all that sheltering in place, we simply lost our social agility. But, this podcast will give you the roadmap for creating deeper connections with people you care about.

We all have a gift. A God-given talent that provides your life with purpose. These kinds of gifts are expressions of God's undying grace. And, your purpose is to discover it. Your life's work is to develop it. And, the meaning of life is to give it away.

Doesn't it seem like 15 minutes ago you were at a high school football game trying to figure out where everyone was going after the game? You blinked and 20, 30, 40 or 50 years went by in an instant. Which raises the question: does life really speed up as we age? Listen in to find out.

I know what you're thinking: that a big wheelbarrow full of Ben Franklins would make you pretty happy. And, yeah, it probably would. But, there is a diminishing return on how much happier it can make you. Listen to this episode to learn why.

We are living longer. A lot longer. And, that longevity is throwing a monkey wrench into the system. It's creating a generation "sandwiched" between their children and their aging parents. I've created five things that the sandwich generation needs to hear. It's a tough message but it's something we all need to contemplate.

Like water, wisdom surrounds us yet remains largely invisible. It's odorless, colorless and formless. We recognize it's importance, yet it often eludes us. True wisdom manifests not in what we say but in how deeply we listen.

Stoicism is a philosophy that emphasizes self-control, fortitude and living in accordance with nature. It originated way back in 300 B.C. And, guess what, Stoicism is having a moment....again. It's like a philosophical cockroach that survives thousands of years of wars, famine and drought only to reappear under your refrigerator.

Have you ever noticed how some people seem to thrive on being angry or unhappy? They always seem to be upset about something. The problem is that they're simply afraid of being happy. But, why? You'll have to listen to find out.

According to research, social isolation can lead to a plethora of mental health issues and can also lead to premature death. Researchers are learning that even casual interactions with total strangers can have a profound impact on our mental health. Surprisingly, interaction with total strangers also tend to bring enhanced happiness and well-being. In fact, people often share very intimate topics...

For all the prosperity and freedom in the US, we ought to be pretty happy. Compared to other parts of the world, we've got it pretty good. But, would you believe that both Israel and Iceland beat us in the annual World Happiness Report? It's true. So, what is it that's causing us to be so miserable that a war torn country and a frozen Tundra are kicking our butts. You'll have to listen to find out...

After decades of declining religious affiliation, the hemorrhage has finally stopped. So, are we really experiencing a spiritual rebirth or is this just a momentary pause in the "Exodus"? Let's find out together.

Over 60% of young men today have no interest in sex. They are twice as likely as young women to be unattached, asexual and lonely. If the 1960's ushered in the sexual revolution, the mid 2020's are ushering in the asexual revolution. Why? You'll have to listen to find out.

Somewhere along the way to adulthood, we lost the ability to be curious about the world. We lost that sense of awe and wonder about things for which we know so little. What happened? And, more importantly, how do we get it back?

Pretty much everyone in the US wants to be rich. Not for the money, but for the fragile promise of happiness that comes with money. But, how much money does it take to be rich today? The answer might just surprise you.

So, what could cause a well-educated, Ivy League Engineer to murder the CEO of a major American corporation? Well, in order to murder someone you have to be a nut job and also a psychopath. But, I also think Luigi Mangione lost faith in our American institutions.

Ever wonder why people in those weight loss ads lose so much weight when you gain five pounds driving past a Dairy Queen? Well, the answer is in the missing evidence.

The digital age has turned the bedroom into a thriving marketplace. Apps like Hinge, Tinder, Grindr and Bumble are making the finding of sexual partners more efficient than ever. But, do these Apps really work. And, if so, how come more people don't seem to be getting married these days. Tune in to find out.

Today, a growing number of young couples are prospectively choosing NOT to have children. Instead of birthday parties and little league games, they're choosing bottomless mimosa brunches and maximizing frequent flyer miles. But, do you think these folks are going to suffer a period of existential dread and regret later in life? Maybe. But, you'll have to listen in to understand this complex topic...

The American Dream is our collective belief that anyone can be successful here. And that upward mobility is not dependent on anything but our willingness to work hard. But, what is the American Dream today? And, how do our changing views on work, college education, marriage and children change our view of the American Dream. You'll have to listen to find out.