"What motivates me is a very optimistic, very joyful commitment to the idea that the more you learn of the world the better, whether it’s subjects that ... (opens in new tab)

"What motivates me is a very optimistic, very joyful commitment to the idea that the more you learn of the world the better, whether it’s subjects that disturb you, something that surprises you, delights you." —Susan Orlean, in conversation with Brendan O'Meara for the Creative Nonfiction Podcast. class="ellipsis">longreads.com/2026/06/25/curiosity-as-compassion-susan-orlean/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social