Thanksgiving family stories, recurring annually, hold a significant impact on our identities and worldviews, as explored in a previous discussion. Psychologist Robyn Fivush offered insights into this role and its underlying processes. This week's episode also revisits Stoicism, with Massimo Pigliucci addressing listener questions about its enduring appeal. The show is promoting its live tour, starting in Los Angeles on November 22nd, where Shankar will present psychological insights. New tour dates for 2026 have been announced, including Philadelphia on March 21st and New York City on March 25th. Information and tickets for the tour are available online at a specified URL. The episode's visual element is an illustration provided by Anna Kutukova. The podcast's hosting and advertising operations are managed by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Privacy information regarding personal data usage for advertising can be found on a provided website.