Episode 010: Meaning of Life + Remote Work + Technology

Technology is supposed to make our lives better. But does it make us happier? The pandemic accelerated the development of virtual meeting technology but most people report feeling lonelier than ever. Our special guest, Father John Merz, will help us understand if the modern age is making us more connected or more disconnected.


Reverend John Merz is an Episcopal Minister and currently serves as Pastor of the Episcopal Church of the Ascension in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. He has previously served as Chaplain at NYU and various Manhattan congregations. Alongside his ministry, Rev. Merz is also a co-founder of the North Brooklyn Angels, a local non-profit organization dedicated to addressing pressing issues such as hunger, poverty, homelessness, and inequitable access to resources through volunteer-driven direct action projects.