Jason Del Gandio has a PhD in Communication Studies and has been studying the vibe for 30 years. He is a published author, an award-winning teacher, and an engaged intellectual. For his doctoral work, he developed his own philosophy of the vibe referred to as “bodily emanation.” He has published essays on the topic in both scholarly and popular presses. He has been interviewed for television, radio, and print media, and gives talks and workshops for a variety of audiences. He equally enjoys drifting through city landscapes and sitting quietly in natural environments. Finally, Jason is dedicated to social justice and is a lover of live music, stimulating conversation, and international travel.