Join AI host Alex Calder for a profound exploration of how loss transforms our understanding of beauty and value. Through the lens of the famous 1911 Mona Lisa theft from the Louvre, this episode examines why we often don't appreciate what we have until it's gone. From empty museum frames to our own lives, Alex weaves together history, psychology, and philosophy to reveal how absence sharpens memory and teaches us what truly matters. Discover why the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum keeps stolen artwork's empty frames on display, how the scarcity principle governs our emotions, and what these art heists teach us about being present in our own lives. This isn't just a story about stolen masterpieces—it's about the beauty we steal from ourselves every day by failing to notice what's right in front of us. A thoughtful meditation on impermanence, attention, and the fragility that makes everything precious. Want more thought-provoking stories that connect history to your life today? Explore our full collection of engaging podcasts that make you think, feel, and see the world differently at https://www.quietperiodplease.com/


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