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Curiosity Doesn’t End When The Conversation Does


Explore books, philosophy favorites, podcasting tools, and thoughtful finds we’ve discovered through years of conversations with authors, scholars, scientists, educators, and creatives. Some have changed the way we think. Others simply make reading, creating, and everyday life a little more interesting.

Philosophy Unplugged classroom guide featuring podcast episodes, discussion questions, and philosophy resources by Gwendolyn
Interview with Intention by Gwendolyn Dolske, a practical guide to asking thoughtful podcast interview questions and creating
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Curious About Philosophy?
Start Here

New to philosophy? These accessible books
explore happiness, wisdom, ethics, and the biggest questions of life. No philosophy degree required.
Book cover of Socrates, Buddha, Confucius, Jesus by Karl Jaspers. An accessible introduction to world philosophy, comparative religion, ethics, and wisdom traditions for beginners.
Book cover of The Conquest of Happiness by Bertrand Russell. Classic philosophy book on happiness, meaning, emotional well-being, and practical wisdom. Great philosophy book for beginners and lifelong learners.
Book cover of Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder. International bestselling novel introducing the history of philosophy from Socrates to existentialism. One of the best philosophy books for beginners and students.
Book cover of Stop Me If You’ve Heard This: A History and Philosophy of Jokes by Jim Holt
Philosophy Through Fiction

Some of the best philosophy isn't found in textbooks. These novels explore identity, morality, free will, happiness, technology, and what it means to be human.
The Humans by Matt Haig, a philosophical novel exploring what it means to be human through science fiction.
When Nietzsche Wept by Irvin D. Yalom, a philosophical novel inspired by Friedrich Nietzsche and existential philosophy.
Book Cover for Life of Pi by Yann Martel
Book Cover for The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin
Gifts for Lovers of Books, Podcasts, and the Examined Life
 

At Good Is In The Details we believe that the curious life is the beautiful life, and that the

best conversations start with coffee, a good book, and the willingness to think deeply.


These totes were designed for the people in your life who live that way.

The friend who always has a book in her bag. The podcast listener who takes notes.

The woman who chose the examined life and carries it with her everywhere.

Available on Etsy — made on demand, shipped worldwide.

Books We Can’t Stop Talking About

Fascinating, thought-provoking, and worth recommending. These are some of the nonfiction books we’ve read, loved, and passed along to others.
Book cover of The Molecule of More by Daniel Z. Lieberman and Michael E. Long
The best book for Introverts, Quiet by Susan Cain
NonFiction Book Recommendation, Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow.
History, Science, and Philosophy NonFiction Book Recommendation, Descartes' Bones by Russell Shorto
Behind the Mic: What We Actually Use
Blue Yeti USB microphone recommended for podcasting, interviews, and high-quality audio recording.
ODISTAR mini vacuum desktop cleaner perfect for keeping your laptop clean and word space tidy. One of TikTok's viral "tikTok made me buy it" items. Available on Amazon. This is the best investment for an organized work/home office/school space for thinking.
Mini Mic Pro wireless microphone for podcast interviews, video recording, livestreaming, online teaching, YouTube creators, and professional audio content creation.
Amazon Echo Dot (2022) smart speaker with Alexa for podcasts, audiobooks, productivity, smart home automation, and voice-controlled learning tools.
LED ring light for podcast recording, YouTube videos, livestreaming, online teaching, and content creation. Recommended podcast equipment for creators and educators.

Daily Dopamine Dive Deep Guided Journal

For anyone who enjoys asking meaningful questions and taking time for self-reflection, this guided journal features 72 prompts focused on personal growth, visualization, and self-discovery.

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