Our world is saturated with distorted ideals of beauty, and so many of us have grappled with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt at some point in our lives. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by psychologist Dominique Mulhane to discuss what self-acceptance can do for positi…

Send us a Text Message. Show notes: 1:20 background and work in IP law and technology 2:20 blog article, “What can internet history teach us?” 3:25 IP issues emerging in the age of AI 5:10 inevitability of AI 6:40 global regulation of AI 8:25 Emily Gould - which body would handle global regulation of AI 11:00 Council of Europe’s adoption of first A…

As plenty of us embrace remote work, the lines between profssional and personal spaces tend to blur. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella chats with interior architect Iva Durakovic for advice on creating a work environment at home that can sustain both our well-being and the planet. With…

The simple act of putting pen to paper can offer incredible catharsis, especially for the easily stressed. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by journaling coach Carol Brennan to learn about everything that makes journaling work. Hailing from Scotland, United Kingdom, Carol Br…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more about Tetiana Cheprasova, please visit her page at Agency of Artists in Exile. Special thanks to Valentina Kostornichenko for acting as interpreter in this episode. Show Notes: 0:00 Tetiana Cheprasova's view of the war in Ukraine & interpreter Valentina Kostornichenko 1:30 Cheprasova's background and work in pa…

In the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has made waves in the realm of technology, assisting us in our daily lives with errands, work tasks, and more. But, how can AI be employed for electronic security? So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by assistant professor of cyb…

Busy and bustling lives can often leave our minds muddled and stuck in autopilot. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by journaling coach Amanda Stern to learn more about how the simple act of putting pen to paper can set you on a clear path forward and onto self-discovery. An …

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please visit Angie Elita Newell's site for All I See Is Violence. Show Notes: 1:20 Newel’s background 4:00 impetus to address historic inaccuracies 4:50 women warriors 5:30 research process 7:20 perspectives decided on for All I See Is Violence 8:45 interconnectedness of all 10:15 timelines within All I See Is…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly evolving technology that has graced our devices for over a decade, yet an enigma surrounding it persists. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by artist-attorney Stephanie Drawdy to learn more about AI and how it can assist us in our art…

Send us a Text Message. Cover Photo by Nils Paellmann 0:00 Restitution Study Group (RSG) Executive Director Deadria Farmer-Paellmann 1:30 overview of suit and issues raised 4:30 Prof. Tobias Skowronek’s findings on the metals contained in the manillas 7:00 Dismissal of suit against Smithsonian based on mootness 7:55 court order that Plaintiffs conc…

From the food we consume to the nutrients our bodies absorb, every bite we take has the potential to influence our mood, cognition, and overall mental state. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by clinical nutritionist Anthony Hartcher to discuss proper nutrition and its impact…

Often laden with cultural taboos and societal pressures, divorce—especially within communities of color—is often shrouded in silence and stigma. So, in this week’s episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by divorce and relationship confidence coach Monica Kalra to deconstruct divorce wit…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please visit Fast Familiar's site. Show Notes: 0:00 Briscoe discussing justice 1:20 Briscoe’s background in theatre and co-founding Fast Familiar 3:15 2015 project ‘Invisible Treasure’ about systems of power 4:40 2018 began work with computational artist Joe McAlister 5:20 technological solutions for use in pr…

Professional fulfillment often presents several winding paths, and carving out a career that speaks to your soul can prove challenging for even the most talented. So, in this week’s episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by career coach Utkarsh Narang to explore the art of aligning pass…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please visit Laura Morelli's site. Show Notes: 0:00 Laura Morelli discussing the WWII era art looting 1:15 genesis of writing about the looting of Florentine art collections in The Last Masterpiece 2:45 German Jewish artist Rudolph Levy as guest of German Art History Institute 4:30 Stolperstein for Levy 5:00 p…

Retirement often marks the culmination of one’s professional career, but it also heralds a new chapter filled with opportunities for self-reflection, growth, and fulfillment. So, in this week’s episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by applied developmental psychologist Deborah Heiser t…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please visit Barbara Hinske's website. Cover photo of Barbara Hinske, 2020 Jean Laninga Creative. Show Notes: 0:00 Guiding Emily Series to effect change for good in the sighted community 1:15 background in engineering and the law 2:00 whodunit books by Barbara’s father 2:25 double vision by auto accident led t…

Send us a Text Message. Featuring excerpts from Episode 108, an interview with Dr. Ashfaq Ishaq, and Episode 105, an interview with Milena Chorna, with musical composition by Toulme, Copyright 2024. Many thanks to M.C. Sungaila who sparked the idea for "Manifestation of Freedom". Please share your comments and/or questions at stephanie@warfareofart…

Building a healthy relationship with food often takes several rounds of trial and error—and sometimes it feels cyclical—especially with diet culture popularized by the media. But in recent years, ‘intuitive eating’ has been making waves. So, this week on Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by a…

Some hope for a mundane job that will allow them to fund side projects, and others long for a career they can call their vocation. Both routes can be equally fulfilling, but one thing is for sure: finding meaningful work isn’t always the smoothest of journeys. So, join us in an episode of Self-Improvement Atlas as host Marie Stella picks the brain …

Send us a Text Message. Show Notes: 0:00 M.C. Sungaila discussing history / preservation of space exploration 1:50 Sungaila’s Portia Project Podcast interview with Space Law Expert Michelle Hanlon 2:45 Sungaila’s experience with University of Mississippi School of Law’s Air and Space Program 5:30 unclear language related to space law 8:00 mining on…

Welcome to the newest episode of Self-Improvement Atlas, where host Marie Stella chats with renowned Victoria Shaw, an art appraiser and advisor with 30 years of experience in the world of art, antiques, and auctions. Having been certified and accredited by the Appraisers Association of America in numerous areas, Victoria provides appraisals for a …

Send us a Text Message. Cover image by Nosrat Tarighi of Sanjay Sethi at an AFI event entitled Revolutions and Movements To learn more, please visit the sites for Artistic Freedom Initiative and Sethi & Mazaheri, LLC. Show Notes: 2:00 overview of Sethi’s background and work as Founding Partner of Sethi & Mazaheri, LLC and Co-Executive Director of A…

Welcome to the latest episode of Self-Improvement Atlas as host Marie Stella sits down with the incredible Karen Knight, a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience in providing volunteer engagement advice, mentoring, and training for social impact organizations. As an internationally recognized author, presenter, and thought leader, Karen i…

Send us a Text Message. Show Notes: 2:00 Dr. Joanna Sliwa’s background 4:20 Dr. Elizabeth White’s background 5:20 Majdanek concentration camp 8:00 1989 - White received the manuscript of Dr. Janina Mehlberg’s unpublished memoir from Dr. Arthur Funk 10:30 Dr. Janina Mehlberg’s humanitarian work in Polish concentration camp during WWII 12:20 Mehlberg…

In this episode of Self-improvement Atlas, host Marie Stella is joined by personal stylist Natalia Macri, who is also the founder of Sydney-based styling service, Style and You. Passionate about helping everybody concoct unique, creative, elegant and timeless looks, Natalia Macri has earned her credibility through extensive experience working profe…

Send us a Text Message. Show Notes: 1:00 overview of thesis topic 3:00 2018 music video at the Louvre by Beyoncé and Jay Z 3:55 Advertising campaign by Louis Vuitton that featured Joan Mitchell paintings 6:00 2020 Uffizi promotional campaign to promote Botticelli exhibition 7:25 Uffizi’s TikTok account posting with Dua Lipa 8:10 criticism of Uffizi…

On this episode of Self-Improvement Atlas, we are joined by Kailey Breyer, a graduate of USC's engineering program, advocating for girls' empowerment and serving as a beacon of inspiration for numerous individuals through her impactful presence on social media. Formerly the visionary behind Kailey's Queens, an empowering initiative for teenage girl…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please have a look at Dr. Ercolani's book, The Maidan Museum: Preserving the Spirit of Maidan. Show Notes: 1:00 Ercolani’s background 3:50 Ercolani’s focus of Ukraine 6:40 research and writing The Maidan Museum: Preserving the Spirit of Maidan 11:40 new Maidan language created that includes symbols 14:45 portr…

In the first Self-improvement Atlas episode of 2024, host Marie Stella is joined by insurance advisor Jen Fajardo to discuss the importance of financial planning, especially during an opportune time like the new year. With a goal to inspire Gen Zs and millennials her age to normalize open discussions pertaining to finance, Jen has garnered thousand…

Send us a Text Message. Featuring excerpts from Episode 121, an interview with Dr. Samson Munn and musical composition by Toulme, Copyright 2023. Please share your comments and/or questions at stephanie@warfareofartandlaw.com To hear more episodes, please visit Warfare of Art and Law podcast's website. Music by Toulme. To view rewards for supportin…

Happy holidays and welcome to Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast! In this special festive episode, host Marie Stella is joined by registered dietitian Brandy Stayman to discuss nutrition upkeep during a season that is an absolute minefield for self-esteem. With over 13 years of experience under her belt, Brandy’s specialt…

Send us a Text Message. Cover Photo of David Newhoff by Sean Mekas To learn more, please visit Mr. Newhoff's site as well as his blog, The Illusion of More. Show Notes: 1:45 Newhoff’s background 4:15 impetus to write Who Invented Oscar Wilde?: The Photograph at the Center of Modern American Copyright? 6:15 SCOTUS’s Warhol decision 10:00 Sarony’s in…

Welcome to Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast! In this week’s episode, we are joined by the infamous lino print artist, Steph Bursill from Melbourne, who runs a business selling her own art. Steph has more than 100,000 followers on TikTok, where she shares her journey of making lino prints. When she's not making art or Ti…

Send us a Text Message. Cover Image: Self-Portrait, oil on canvas by Jacob Mącznik. To learn more, please visit the website for Jacob Mącznik, the Lost Art Database page for Mącznik's Still Life with Fish, The Austrian Encounter and the trailer to The Ghosts of the Third Reich. Show Notes: 0:00 Dr. Samson Munn discussing Van Ham art auctionhouse 1:…

Have you ever wondered why close friendships are important and how adults can overcome the challenges of initiating close friendships? In this episode of Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcasts, our host Marie Stella, sits down with Dr. Bill Chopik, MSU Psych Prof. to discuss the importance of vulnerability in forging these d…

Send us a Text Message. Show Notes: 0:00 Yelena Khajekian 1:30 Warhol v Goldsmith decision by SCOTUS 3:00 USCO NOI’s Question 8 4:00 Google LLC v. Oracle America, Inc., 593 U.S. ___ (2021) 4:20 liability question 4:45 Emily Gould - fair use 6:30 Alan Robertshaw - Warhol court’s focus on use of the work 7:50 Khajekian - artists’ perspective on Warho…

Welcome to another episode of Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast! In today's session, our host, Marie Stella, delves into the intricate web of media's impact on our self-image, joined by the remarkable Melbourne based psychologist, Krysta Kors. Krysta is far from your typical psychologist; her expertise spans a wide spect…

Send us a Text Message. Cover art: Martha Szabo, Rooftops in Snow 11, oil on linen, 24 x 35 in., circa 1964 To learn more, please visit the sites for Martha Szabo and MSeum. Show Notes: 0:00 Art historian Kathleen Hulser 1:30 Journalist Julia Szabo’s motivation to work on Martha Szabo’s body of work 4:30 MSeum to be built in the Catskills 5:00 Nati…

In this episode of Self-improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella was joined by banking industry expert Dr. John-Paul Monck. Together, they explore how banking products can be powerful financial tools, paving the way for both financial liberation and personal growth. John-Paul, a seasoned professional in the bankin…

Send us a Text Message. Cover art by Donald "C-Note" Hooker: top image "Cell Time" (2019); bottom image "During the Flood" (2017) To learn more, please visit the sites for Donald "C-Note" Hooker and Art for Redemption. Show Notes: 0:00 Anna D. Smith discussing C-Note Hooker’s artwork entitled “During the Flood” 1:20 Smith’s background 3:15 Smith’s …

Welcome to Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Insights Podcasts. In this episode, we had an opportunity to invite Melanie Scott, a former police officer, and the dynamic CEO behind K9s 4 Valour, a noteworthy not-for-profit charity, and owner of The Melanie Scott K9 Training. With an extensive track record spanning over two decades, Melani…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more and support Vacant to Visual artists, please visit the CityKey website. To reach out and learn more about Ernest Chrappah's work, please visit his website. Show notes: 0:00 Ernest Chrappah 1:10 Chrappah’s background 4:00 Washington DC’s Vacant to Visual program 9:00 artists included in the Vacant to Visual prog…

In this new episode of Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Labs Insights Podcast, we're honored to be joined by Max Williams. An Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates Law, Max's expertise is as profound as it is impressive, holding a Master of Laws in this specialized domain. With a wealth of experience crafting wills, power of attorn…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please visit the website for the #lastseen project. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 Katharina Menschick on the response to #lastseen project 3:00 Menschick – research associate in Arolsen Archives’ historical research department dealing with digital memory projects, digital archival projects and archival theory 3:20 Dr. Chri…

Welcome to Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Labs Insights Podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce Mya Le, a distinguished fashion advisor and a fervent champion of personal development. With her remarkable expertise, Mya has guided numerous individuals on a transformative journey, helping them radiate confidence and authen…

Send us a Text Message. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 Alan Robertshaw 1:00 Emily Gould - overview of AI historical development 2:30 first phase - 1950s Alan Turing - machines do what they are told 3:10 second phase - machine learning creating models using data and develop methods to make decisions / predictions based on that data 3:50 third phase - deep learnin…

Welcome to Self-Improvement Atlas: The Personal Science Labs Insights Podcast! In this episode, we have the privilege of engaging in a conversation with Howard C. Nusbaum. Howard holds the esteemed position of Stella M. Rowley Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago. His contributions extend to the Committee on Computational Neuroscien…

Send us a Text Message. To learn more, please visit the sites for Sojourn Theatre, One Nation/One Project, and the Undoing Time: Art and Histories of Incarceration exhibition. Cover Photograph: "Rohd co-facilitating an arts convening in Boston this past fall with Nicole Brewer and musicians from Silkroad Ensemble" Show Notes: 3:45 Rohd’s background…

Welcome to Self-Improvement Atlas! In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Prof. Nafis Alam—Professor and Head of the School of Business at Monash University Malaysia. Apart from his current role at Monash, he has worked at Henley Business School Malaysia, the University of Reading Malaysia, and Nottingham University Business School …