Episode 03: Larry Han

Mandy welcomes Larry Han to the Common Room to discuss Larry's upbringing in Raleigh, North Carolina, and building a strong bond with his father through golf (2:16). Larry also shares fondly about his relationship with his grandfather whose life in Shanxi (Northern China) influenced how Larry saw China (13:11) and how Schwarzman Scholars provided him with a newfound understanding of China (20:56). Afterward, Larry discusses how he pivoted from a promising golf career to biostatistics and public health (25:30) and what about biostatistics gives him hope (37:20). Finally, Larry reflects on how his experience at Bridgewater Associates showed him his blindspots (41:41) and how becoming a Christian has changed his perception of his meaning and purpose for life (49:52).