Giving Back This Holiday Season (2017 version)
We talk to a mom and an author who together have created a children’s book and game designed to make giving back to others a fun …
W.E.B. Du Bois’s Lasting Impact in Sociology (2017 version)
We talk to a scholar about what exactly W.E.B. Du Bois did to improve the study of sociology and what his impact truly was.
Culture Crash: Greta Gerwig’s Fantastic Film Lady Bird
Greta Gerwig’s new film Lady Bird offers a fresh perspective on the coming-of-age story and seems bound to play a major role in this …
Terrorism in America, 1920 (2017 version)
Americans pride themselves on never forgetting the attacks and terrorism of our history, but somehow a 1920 attack on New York City has …
Developing Forensic Technology: New solutions for tracking and convicting criminals
We talk to two leading experts about the software and hardware helping police and lawyers find the right criminals and get them …
Culture Crash: Hollywood’s Sexual Assault Scandals
With sexual assault allegations coming against some of Hollywood’s top producers, directors and stars, director Ridley Scott is taking a …
How to Make Learning Math Simpler (2017 version)
Our guests have suggestions for kids- and adults- struggling to master mathematics.
Sleeping Soundly: How Getting Quality Sleep Can Enhance our Health (2017 version)
Sleep is the single biggest thing we can do to help our physical and mental health both in the short-term and long-term.
Culture Crash: Chicago’s Own Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper has won three Grammys, headlined Lollapalooza, and given millions in charity to Chicago Public Schools. We talk about …
Bumper Sticker Philosophy
We talk to a teacher and philosopher about the deeper meanings of popular bumper stickers.
Gardening Differently
We think of gardens as a place meant to look nice or grow some vegetables, but author Benjamin Vogt says gardens can be about …
Culture Crash: The Stretch Run of 2017 in Film
With two months left in the year, there remain many must-see movies set to be released before the new year. We look into the titles that …