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Chapter 1What is SparkIn the enlightening book "Spark" by Claudia Kalb, readers are invited on a riveting journey through the lives and innovations of thirteen remarkable individuals who have ignited change and shaped the modern world. Through detailed narratives, Kalb deftly explores the unique "sparks" that catalyzed these figures to transcend ordinary bounds and achieve groundbreaking success. From the compelling story of Albert Einstein's revolutionary ideas in physics to the artistic genius of Frida Kahlo, who transformed personal pain into vibrant, impassioned art, each chapter delves into the pivotal moments that have not only forged their legacies but also inspired countless individuals to explore their own potential. "Spark" is a tribute to human creativity and resilience, offering insights into how personal challenges, when embraced, can lead to profound innovation and transformation. This book is a compelling reminder that within each of us lies the potential to ignite our own sparks and leave an indelible mark on the world.Chapter 2 Meet the Writer of SparkClaudia Kalb, in her book "Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers," effectively utilizes precise language, engaging narrative style, and thoughtful structure to convey complex ideas about the development of genius across different life stages. Her writing is marked by clarity and conciseness, which helps readers grasp the psychological and environmental factors influencing prodigious talent. Kalb employs vivid storytelling to make the scientific concepts accessible and emotionally resonant. She interweaves anecdotes and case studies of well-known figures, enhancing reader engagement and lending a human touch to biographical data. This method not only enriches the narrative but also highlights the varied trajectories of genius, from early bloomers to those who find their spark later in life.Through a balanced use of pathos and logos, Kalb effectively communicates the emotional weight and intellectual significance of her subject matter, appealing to both the readers' emotions and their curiosity about the nature of creativity and innovation. Her deliberate choice of words and sentence structure serves to emphasize the transformative power of nurturing one's innate abilities, regardless of age. This careful articulation helps readers connect with the material on a deeper level, fostering a greater appreciation for the diversity of human potential.Chapter 3 Deeper Understanding of SparkMuriel Spark, a Scottish writer best known for her sharp, pithy writing style and her novel "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie," has indeed left a significant mark on literature, culture, and societal thought. Her works explored themes of identity, betrayal, and the illusions of trust, engaging deeply with issues of morality and the human condition. Literary Influence:1. Narrative style and structure: Spark's works are known for their distinctive narrative techniques, including the use of flash-forwards and non-linear storytelling. This approach has influenced many contemporary writers and contributed to discussions on narrative structure within literary studies.2. Character Development: "The Prime of Miss Jean Broody" is especially notable for its complex portrayal of the titular character, who is both charismatic and deeply flawed. This nuanced character work has influenced how characters are developed in modern literature, encouraging a move away from purely heroic or villainous archetypes towards more balanced human portraits.3. Genre Blending: Spark often infused her tales with elements of mystery, thriller, and psychological drama, melding these with more traditional literary insights, which encouraged subsequent writers to blur genre boundaries. Cultural Impact:1. Feminist Perspectives: Spark's...

Albert Einstein asked that when he died, his body be cremated and his ashes be scattered in a secret location. He didn't want his grave, or his body, becoming a shrine to his genius. When he passed away in the early morning hours of April, 18, 1955, his family knew his wishes. There was only one problem: the pathologist who did the autopsy had different plans.In the third episode of “G”, Radiolab's miniseries on intelligence, first aired back in 2019 we go on one of the strangest scavenger hunts for genius the world has ever seen. We follow Einstein's stolen brain from that Princeton autopsy table, to a cider box in Wichita, Kansas, to labs all across the country. And eventually, beyond the brain itself entirely. All the while wondering, where exactly is the genius of a man who changed the way we view the world? Special thanks to: Elanor Taylor, Claudia Kalb, Dustin O'Halloran, Deborah Lee and Tim Huson. If you want to listen to more of BLINDSPOT: THE PLAGUE IN THE SHADOWS, SUBSCRIBE HERE (https://link.chtbl.com/blindspotpodcast?sid=radiolab). New episodes come out on Thursdays. EPISODE CITATIONSPodcasts:If you want to listen to more of the RADIOLAB G SERIES, CLICK HERE (https://radiolab.org/series/radiolab-presents-g). Websites:The Einstein Papers Project: https://www.einstein.caltech.edu/Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today.Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org.Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation Initiative, and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

Forgiveness is a virtue strongly recommended in the Qur'an and practiced by believers. It is the best way to ensure peace of heart, mind and body, and to lead a healthy and happy life. Allah commands that we should forgive those who have wronged us, as He will forgive us when we seek His forgiveness.Forgiveness is essential to a healthy life, both physically and psychologically. Studies have found that religious people are less prone to depression, stress, and mental illness due to forgiveness being encouraged by their faith. Anger, however, has been scientifically linked to a higher risk of heart disease, increased production of inflammatory proteins, and a greater chance of heart attack. Harvard Gazette and The Times have both published articles that further support this notion. Forgiveness is a positive virtue that eliminates the physical and psychological effects of anger and is pleasing to Allah. Notes: 73. Jennifer Desai, "Stanford Forgiveness Project's Dr. Frederic Luskin studies why learning to forgive might be good for the body as well as the soul," Almanac, June 9, 1999; www.almanacnews.com/morgue/1999/1999_06_09.forgive.html 74. Ibid. 75. Frederic Luskin, Ph.D., "Forgiveness," Healing Currents Magazine, September-October 1996; www.stanford.edu/~alexsox/4_steps_to_forgiveness.htm 76. Ibid. 77. Claudia Kalb, "Faith & Healing," Newsweek, November 10, 2003; http://msnbc.msn.com/id/3339654/site/newsweek 78. William J. Cromie, "Anger is Hostile to Your Heart," Harvard Gazette; www.news.harvard.edu/gazette/1996/11.07/AngerisHostileT.html 79. Ibid. 80. Peter Lavelle, "Anger trigger to heart disease found?," ABC Science Online, August 5, 2003; www.abc.net.au/science/news/stories/s915243.htm 81. Ibid. 82. Ibid. 83. Mark Henderson, "Anger Raises Risk of Heart Attack," The Times, London, April 24, 2002; www.rense.com/general24/anger.htm 84. Ibid.

Claudia Kalb, author of Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers talks about the role of memory and luck, and the "rage to master" their skills that make each of the 13 profiled geniuses -- including Pablo Picasso, Yo-Yo Ma, and Julia Child-- so incredible.

Have you read the book Spark – How Creative Genius Ignites, From Picasso to Grandma Moses by Claudia Kalb? In this episode of The Frequency of Creativity, host Melinda Harr Curley and guest Claudia Kal talk about her New York Times bestselling book about art. In this work of Claudia, we can see the comparison between art prodigy Picasso's and Grandma Moses' paintings. Tune in and learn how Grandma Moses has charmed millions with her pastoral paintings.

What propels some individuals to reach extraordinary creative heights in the earliest years of life while others achieve greatness decades later? New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed journalist, Claudia Kalb, investigated the origins of genius. In her new book, Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers, she unravels the relationship between brains, talent, passion, creativity, willpower, and imagination. She inspires those who are still searching for fulfillment. Music: www.purple-planet.com Show site: www.cyacyl.com

Spark - Claudia Kalb The Not Old Better Show, Science Interview Series Welcome to The Not Old Better Show.  I'm Paul Vogelzang and it is so great to be with you today, following, of course,  another excellent Community Chat with Gary Cohen, and good morning and welcome  to The Not Old Better Show on KSCW, and our guest today is New York Times best-selling author, and Newsweek Magazine Science writer, Claudia Kalb.   Claudia Kalb is a New York Times bestselling author and journalist who writes about science, psychology, and human behavior. She is the author of the new book, Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers. This will be a fun interview, and Claudia Kalb has graciously agreed to read a passage from her new book today.  Through engaging storytelling and historical, biographical, and scientific research, Claudia Kalb unravels the relationship between brains, talent, passion, creativity, willpower, and imagination. Claudia Kalb will tell us what propels some individuals to reach extraordinary creative heights in the earliest years of life while others discover their passions decades later? Claudia Kalb will answer our questions about whether prodigies are imbued with innate talent? And, for our Not Old Better Show on KSCW audience, how often are late in life inspirations triggered by propitious events, like Julia Child's first French meal at the age of 36? Do late bloomers reveal their talents because their skills require life experience and contemplation?  Pay attention…we'll have fun and answer some important like knowing when you'll know what you want to be, and more Not Old Better questions. That of course is our guest today, author Claudia Kalb, reading from her new book, ‘Spark.'  Please join me in welcoming to The Not Old Better Show on KSCW, via internet phone, New York Times bestselling author, Claudia Kalb. My thanks to Claudia Kalb, and her new book, ‘Spark.'   Hopefully today's show will give you a sense of ideas to keep in mind, and how to generate your spark.  My thanks to the Smithsonian team for all they do to support the show.  My thanks to you, my wonderful Not Old Better Show audience…be safe, and remember let's Talk About Better.  The Not Old Better Show. Until next time, thanks, everybody.  

New York Times bestselling author and science/psychology/human behavior journalist Claudia Kalb chats with Trey Elling about SPARK: HOW GENIUS IGNITES, FROM CHILD PRODIGIES TO LATE BLOOMERS. Did you know that Picasso and Yo Yo Ma discovered their brilliance in childhood? Or that the bubonic plague factored into Sir Isaac Newton's coming of age in his early 20s? Or how Julia Child's "middle-agedness" contributed to her appeal? And that Peter Mark Roget created the first edition of his famous thesaurus in his 70s, after a successful career in medicine? Claudia and Trey discuss these things plus the circumstances and attributes that assist in an individual's genius.

Through engaging storytelling and historical, biographical, and scientific research, Spark unravels the relationship between brains, talent, passion, creativity, willpower, and imagination. Spotlighting 13 icons past and present, Kalb explores how—and when—inspiration strikes among high achievers in the arts, politics, business and science. The chapters in Spark are organized not by birth order but by the age at which genius ignites. Child prodigies Pablo Picasso, Shirley Temple, and Yo-Yo Ma launch the book, followed by Bill Gates, Isaac Newton, and entrepreneur Sara Blakely, whose moments of discovery span the ages of 13 to 27. Julia Child, Maya Angelou, and Alexander Fleming constitute the midlifers—people whose momentous experiences transpired in their 30s and 40s. The chapters close with late bloomers Eleanor Roosevelt, Peter Mark Roget of Roget’s Thesaurus fame, and Grandma Moses, all of whom initiated their most enduring work in the final decades of their lives. In the book’s final pages, Kalb pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci, a transformative genius whose intellect and artistry illuminated every stage of his life.

Through engaging storytelling and historical, biographical, and scientific research, Spark unravels the relationship between brains, talent, passion, creativity, willpower, and imagination. Spotlighting 13 icons past and present, Kalb explores how—and when—inspiration strikes among high achievers in the arts, politics, business and science. The chapters in Spark are organized not by birth order but by the age at which genius ignites. Child prodigies Pablo Picasso, Shirley Temple, and Yo-Yo Ma launch the book, followed by Bill Gates, Isaac Newton, and entrepreneur Sara Blakely, whose moments of discovery span the ages of 13 to 27. Julia Child, Maya Angelou, and Alexander Fleming constitute the midlifers—people whose momentous experiences transpired in their 30s and 40s. The chapters close with late bloomers Eleanor Roosevelt, Peter Mark Roget of Roget's Thesaurus fame, and Grandma Moses, all of whom initiated their most enduring work in the final decades of their lives. In the book's final pages, Kalb pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci, a transformative genius whose intellect and artistry illuminated every stage of his life.

Through engaging storytelling and historical, biographical, and scientific research, Spark unravels the relationship between brains, talent, passion, creativity, willpower, and imagination. Spotlighting 13 icons past and present, Kalb explores how—and when—inspiration strikes among high achievers in the arts, politics, business and science. The chapters in Spark are organized not by birth order but by the age at which genius ignites. Child prodigies Pablo Picasso, Shirley Temple, and Yo-Yo Ma launch the book, followed by Bill Gates, Isaac Newton, and entrepreneur Sara Blakely, whose moments of discovery span the ages of 13 to 27. Julia Child, Maya Angelou, and Alexander Fleming constitute the midlifers—people whose momentous experiences transpired in their 30s and 40s. The chapters close with late bloomers Eleanor Roosevelt, Peter Mark Roget of Roget's Thesaurus fame, and Grandma Moses, all of whom initiated their most enduring work in the final decades of their lives. In the book's final pages, Kalb pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci, a transformative genius whose intellect and artistry illuminated every stage of his life.

Through engaging storytelling and historical, biographical, and scientific research, Spark unravels the relationship between brains, talent, passion, creativity, willpower, and imagination. Spotlighting 13 icons past and present, Kalb explores how—and when—inspiration strikes among high achievers in the arts, politics, business and science. The chapters in Spark are organized not by birth order but by the age at which genius ignites. Child prodigies Pablo Picasso, Shirley Temple, and Yo-Yo Ma launch the book, followed by Bill Gates, Isaac Newton, and entrepreneur Sara Blakely, whose moments of discovery span the ages of 13 to 27. Julia Child, Maya Angelou, and Alexander Fleming constitute the midlifers—people whose momentous experiences transpired in their 30s and 40s. The chapters close with late bloomers Eleanor Roosevelt, Peter Mark Roget of Roget’s Thesaurus fame, and Grandma Moses, all of whom initiated their most enduring work in the final decades of their lives. In the book’s final pages, Kalb pays tribute to Leonardo da Vinci, a transformative genius whose intellect and artistry illuminated every stage of his life.

Whine Line starts this hour; Claudia Kalb, author of “Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers” joins Brennan and Marxkors talking about her new book. Tom Petersson, Co-Founder of Cheap Trick joins the show promoting the group's new album “In Another World.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claudia Kalb dives into the question of what makes people extraordinary in her book, Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers. Learn more about Claudia on her website here: http://claudiakalb.com/ (http://claudiakalb.com/)

Is genius imbued within us at birth, or can it be cultivated and emerge late in life? Claudia Kalb joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the science of off-the-charts intelligence, and the events that trigger greatness. Her book is “Spark: How Genius Ignites, From Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers.”

Claudia Kalb, author of the new book "Spark: How Genius Ignites, from Child Prodigies to Late Bloomers." The book explores the life and legacy of 13 geniuses, ranging from Leonardo da Vinci to Grandma Moses to Yo-Yo Ma.

April 29, 2021 - Claudia Kalb

Albert Einstein asked that when he died, his body be cremated and his ashes be scattered in a secret location. He didn’t want his grave, or his body, becoming a shrine to his genius. When he passed away in the early morning hours of April, 18, 1955, his family knew his wishes. There was only one problem: the pathologist who did the autopsy had different plans. In the third episode of “G”, Radiolab’s miniseries on intelligence, we go on one of the strangest scavenger hunts for genius the world has ever seen. We follow Einstein’s stolen brain from that Princeton autopsy table, to a cider box in Wichita, Kansas, to labs all across the country. And eventually, beyond the brain itself entirely. All the while wondering, where exactly is the genius of a man who changed the way we view the world?    This episode was reported by Rachael Cusick and Pat Walters, and produced by Bethel Habte, Rachael Cusick, and Pat Walters. Music by Alex Overington and Jad Abumrad.  Special thanks to: Elanor Taylor, Claudia Kalb, Dustin O’Halloran, Tim Huson, The Einstein Papers Project, and all the physics for (us) dummies Youtube videos that accomplished the near-impossible feat of helping us understand relativity. Radiolab’s “G” is supported in part by Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation initiative dedicated to engaging everyone with the process of science. Support Radiolab today at Radiolab.org/donate. 

The May cover story for National Geographic Magazine is Genius. Author and journalist Claudia Kalb delves into the issue exploring where geniuses come from. And, what role does society play in their development or is genius simply a genetic lottery?

Award winning health and science journalist Claudia Kalb has inventively and successfully refocused our attention on 12 famous lives, and 12 turbulent minds. Was Andy Warhol a hoarder? Did Einstein have...READ MORE The post “Andy Warhol was a Hoarder” appeared first on That Got Me Thinking.

All humans endure their private struggles, but rarely do we know what troubles our most famous public figures until now. In her recent book, Andy Warhol was a Hoarder: Inside the Mind of History's Great Personalities (National Geographic, 2016), award-winning journalist Claudia Kalb shares her research into the mental health histories of several well-known and much-loved people. She discusses Princess Diana's struggle with eating disorder and severe loneliness; the impact of Frank Lloyd Wrights narcissism on his architectural masterpieces and personal relationships; and Andy Warhol's penchant for holding onto and storing decades' worth of day-to-day objects. In our interview, Kalb talks about her keen interest in these people and their stories, and we discuss the way such stories humanize these idealized figures and universalize the human quest for mental and emotional well-being. Claudia Kalb is an award-winning journalist who specializes in the fields of medicine, health, and science, former senior writer at Newsweek, and contributor to publications such as Smithsonian and Scientific American. Follow her on Twitter. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating and body image problems, and relationship problems. Follow him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

All humans endure their private struggles, but rarely do we know what troubles our most famous public figures until now. In her recent book, Andy Warhol was a Hoarder: Inside the Mind of History’s Great Personalities (National Geographic, 2016), award-winning journalist Claudia Kalb shares her research into the mental health histories of several well-known and much-loved people. She discusses Princess Diana’s struggle with eating disorder and severe loneliness; the impact of Frank Lloyd Wrights narcissism on his architectural masterpieces and personal relationships; and Andy Warhol’s penchant for holding onto and storing decades’ worth of day-to-day objects. In our interview, Kalb talks about her keen interest in these people and their stories, and we discuss the way such stories humanize these idealized figures and universalize the human quest for mental and emotional well-being. Claudia Kalb is an award-winning journalist who specializes in the fields of medicine, health, and science, former senior writer at Newsweek, and contributor to publications such as Smithsonian and Scientific American. Follow her on Twitter. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating and body image problems, and relationship problems. Follow him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All humans endure their private struggles, but rarely do we know what troubles our most famous public figures until now. In her recent book, Andy Warhol was a Hoarder: Inside the Mind of History’s Great Personalities (National Geographic, 2016), award-winning journalist Claudia Kalb shares her research into the mental health histories of several well-known and much-loved people. She discusses Princess Diana’s struggle with eating disorder and severe loneliness; the impact of Frank Lloyd Wrights narcissism on his architectural masterpieces and personal relationships; and Andy Warhol’s penchant for holding onto and storing decades’ worth of day-to-day objects. In our interview, Kalb talks about her keen interest in these people and their stories, and we discuss the way such stories humanize these idealized figures and universalize the human quest for mental and emotional well-being. Claudia Kalb is an award-winning journalist who specializes in the fields of medicine, health, and science, former senior writer at Newsweek, and contributor to publications such as Smithsonian and Scientific American. Follow her on Twitter. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating and body image problems, and relationship problems. Follow him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All humans endure their private struggles, but rarely do we know what troubles our most famous public figures until now. In her recent book, Andy Warhol was a Hoarder: Inside the Mind of History’s Great Personalities (National Geographic, 2016), award-winning journalist Claudia Kalb shares her research into the mental health histories of several well-known and much-loved people. She discusses Princess Diana’s struggle with eating disorder and severe loneliness; the impact of Frank Lloyd Wrights narcissism on his architectural masterpieces and personal relationships; and Andy Warhol’s penchant for holding onto and storing decades’ worth of day-to-day objects. In our interview, Kalb talks about her keen interest in these people and their stories, and we discuss the way such stories humanize these idealized figures and universalize the human quest for mental and emotional well-being. Claudia Kalb is an award-winning journalist who specializes in the fields of medicine, health, and science, former senior writer at Newsweek, and contributor to publications such as Smithsonian and Scientific American. Follow her on Twitter. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating and body image problems, and relationship problems. Follow him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All humans endure their private struggles, but rarely do we know what troubles our most famous public figures until now. In her recent book, Andy Warhol was a Hoarder: Inside the Mind of History’s Great Personalities (National Geographic, 2016), award-winning journalist Claudia Kalb shares her research into the mental health histories of several well-known and much-loved people. She discusses Princess Diana’s struggle with eating disorder and severe loneliness; the impact of Frank Lloyd Wrights narcissism on his architectural masterpieces and personal relationships; and Andy Warhol’s penchant for holding onto and storing decades’ worth of day-to-day objects. In our interview, Kalb talks about her keen interest in these people and their stories, and we discuss the way such stories humanize these idealized figures and universalize the human quest for mental and emotional well-being. Claudia Kalb is an award-winning journalist who specializes in the fields of medicine, health, and science, former senior writer at Newsweek, and contributor to publications such as Smithsonian and Scientific American. Follow her on Twitter. Eugenio Duarte, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and psychoanalyst practicing in New York City. He treats individuals and couples, with specialties in LGBTQ issues, eating and body image problems, and relationship problems. Follow him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 15th - The Bachelor, WEddings, The Ticket, Cop Camp, WRCR, Super Tuesday, Protests, Claudia Kalb, Brandon Lang, Drew Curtis

Mar 15th - The Bachelor, WEddings, The Ticket, Cop Camp, WRCR, Super Tuesday, Protests, Claudia Kalb, Brandon Lang, Drew Curtis

Wouldn’t you love to peer into the minds of some of history’s greatest personalities? How great it would be to understand both the motivations and the foibles of figures like Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe and Abraham Lincoln. Celebrated journalist, Claudia Kalb, has written the definitive book that exposes the strengths and strangeness of people who have left their indelible mark upon the culture. If you’re interested in the quirks of human nature, you want to miss this compelling conversation.