Becoming Curious: How Reading Can Save Us All

Cut Through the Noise with Dave Turano

We all know that reading is good for us. So why don’t more of us make time for it? And how do we get others, including our children, to read more? Dr. Danny Brassell, known as “the world’s reading ambassador” doesn’t just preach the importance of reading—he models curiosity and seeds this quality in others. According to Brassell, “Your mind is like a parachute. It works better when it’s open.” With learning, we gain perspective. With perspective, we gain a better understanding of those around us. How do we unite a society that is becoming more polarized and more hasty? The answers are in books. Dr. Danny Brassell is an educator, speaker, and author. Go to for a free copy of his book. Want to read more, but need some guidance? Join his book club at . Like this episode? Be sure to share with your friends and write us a review on Apple Podcasts.