Unseeable forces control human behavior and shape our ideas, beliefs, and assumptions. Invisibilia—Latin for invisible things—fuses narrative storytelling with science that will make you see your own life differently.
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This moment in our culture can feel fraught. From 'fake news' to the opioid crisis, there's a lot of uncertainty about the future. So this season, Invisibilia helps you discern truth from fiction, cure your pain, and find your true love with conviction. It's your very own Emotional Survival Guide!
BONUS: Invisibilia Live with Story District
On April 19, 2018 Invisibilia co-hosted our first-ever live event with our friends at Story District.
episode 6: The Callout
When someone in your community transgresses, do you banish them in an attempt to make the community safer for everyone? WARNING: This episode contains obscenities and descriptions of sex and violence.
episode 5: Everything Good
We're living in a polarized world, where picking a side is almost a requirement. But what happens in the space in between?