Stutters, Stammers, and Vocal Blunders (2017 version)
If you’ve had to speak in public, you know the nerves that come with public speaking. We explore where vocal blunders come from and what …
American Borders: How our states got their shapes
There are 48 states in the continental United States some have borders that make a lot of sense while many others do not. We talk to …
Culture Crash: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and John Green’s “Turtles All The Way Down”
John Green's latest book, Turtles All The Way Down chronicles the life of a teen with OCD. The book offers a great story and pulls back …
Memory Loss and Alzheimer’s Disease
As we get older, we all will suffer from some memory loss. The question becomes what memory loss is a normal byproduct of getting older …
Narcissism: The manipulative, selfish disorder
We talk about narcissism and tips for people who feel they’re drowning in the orbit of a true narcissist.
Culture Crash: Blade Runner 2049
Blade Runner 2049 is a sequel worth watching at the theater, but there is some confusion about how best to see its predecessor, Blade …
The Vital Role of Pre-Kindergarten (2017 version)
We explore the importance of high-quality pre-k schooling, and tips for parents on how to spot a good program from a bad one.
The Appeal of Time Travel Stories (Late 2017 version)
What is it about time travel stories that draws us in and keeps us compelled all these years later? We talk to pop culture psychologist …
Culture Crash: James Cameron’s Avatar Franchise and the Billion-Dollar Question
Avatar smashed box office records worldwide, eight years later four sequels are being produced but does that past success mean audiences …
Mythology and Fairy Tales, Good and Evil
Author Soman Chainani talks about a new entry into the catalogue of mythology and his attempt to course-correct the lessons more modern …
Bats: Their value and their endangerment
We explore the benefits of bats, and why their numbers are decreasing in alarming numbers.
Culture Crash: Netflix’s Mindhunter
This Friday the 13th comes in October. We discuss what to watch on the spookiest day of the year and explore Netflix’s upcoming …
Unconventional Vacation Destinations (2017 version)
Author Dylan Thuras talks about a few of the places you probably never heard about but which offer unique vacation experiences, …
Non-Traditional Students (2017 version)
College is thought of as a ticket to a better life. Non-traditional students--those who go to college later in life--can face an uphill …
Culture Crash: Peak TV and the Battle for Streaming Supremacy
One thing this year’s Emmys ceremony made very clear: Peak TV isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.