Episode 99: In the Moment with Neil Mullarkey

Tom Standage is Deputy Editor of The Economist and editor of its future-gazing annual, The World Ahead. He joined The Economist as science correspondent in 1998 and was subsequently appointed technology editor, business editor and digital editor. He is the author of seven history books, his most recent book, “A Brief History of Motion” (2021) was named an Editors’ Choice by the New York Times Book Review. Tom studied engineering and computer science at Oxford University and has written for other publications including the New York Times, the Guardian and Wired, taking a particular interest in technology’s social and historical impact. In todays episode our host William Corless reviews ”A Brief History of Motion” written by our guest Tom Standage. They explore the 5,500-year history of human motion, from the invention of the wheel to the development of cars and beyond. For more information on Tom Standage visit: https://www.amazon.com/Brief-History-Motion-Wheel-Comes/dp/1635573610 In todays episode our host William Corless reviews ”In the Moment” written by our guest Neil Mullarkey. Topics discussed include Improv vs ”Winging it”, Socially intelligence, the importance of relationships, the concept of ”Comping” and much more! For more information on Neil Mullarkey visit: https://neilmullarkey.com/