philosopher by training, University of Helsinki. Through popular writing and innovative media interventions, Saarinen has become the best known Finnish intellectual of his generation. He has broken new ground for public dialogue by appearing constantly on Finnish tv and radio, in newspapers, magazines and gossip columns for over a decade. A highly acclaimed public lecturer, Saarinen has, in recent years, worked extensively with Finnish buseiness. He lives with his spouse Pipsa Pallasvesa (the Queen) and twin boys in the center of Helsinki.