“Um, What?”: The Hidden Purpose Behind Filler Words
While these fillers are distracting if overused, when added in moderation, they do play a very specific purpose.
‘2/3 Of Students Are Testing Below Proficiency In Reading’: Why We’re Failing The Next Generation
Education expert Natalie Wexler joins us to share important insights on emerging research and what parents should know.
Culture Crash: Emma Stone & Her Meteoric Rise In Hollywood
Emma Stone just added another Oscar win to her resume. We discuss her evolution as an actress and what’s next for this A-list star.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Do We Suck At Recycling?
We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life.
Americans Love-Hate Relationship With This Furry Animal
We speak with wildlife expert Erika Howsare about our long and tangled relationship with the white-tailed deer.
Expanding Into Aging: How To Overcome Our Fear Of The Unknown
We speak with author Caroline Paul about gaining a new perspective on aging
Culture Crash: Our Love For Sci-Fi
We highlight some of our favorites and why the genre continues to grow.
Viewpoints Explained: What’s Happening In Haiti?
We cover the unfolding chaos in the capital city and why the future looks uncertain for this Caribbean country.
Why Does Russia Continue To Get Away With The Wide-Scale Doping Of Its Athletes?
There are still many lingering questions about the efficacy of anti-doping tests and if the Olympics will once again be plagued by …
Why You Should Drop What You’re Doing On April 8 & See This Rare Event
We speak with eclipse expert and journalist David Baron about why a total solar eclipse is a can’t-miss event worth the travel and …
Culture Crash: Can “Vanderpump Rules” Rebound From A Wild Season 10?
We review Season 11 of the reality TV series, “Vanderpump Rules”.
Viewpoints Explained: Why Tens Of Thousands Of Voters Are Checking This Box
We cover this growing movement at the polls this year as several states hold election year primaries and caucuses.
Fighting For Your Life In Front Of A Prison Parole Board: The Road To Rehabilitation
But as rates of parole have plummeted in recent years in the U.S., experts are raising doubts about the subjective nature of the process …
Can You Juggle It All? NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly Opens Up About Her Struggles
Experts are raising doubts about the subjective nature of the process and if prisoners have the adequate tools and resources to get …
Culture Crash: Why We Love Going Back To What We Know
We discuss why older, nostalgic TV shows often seem to outperform newer releases.
Viewpoints Explained: A Deadly Beach Death – And No, It Didn’t Happen In The Water
We cover the unexpected death of a 7-year-old girl late last month at a beach in Fort Lauderdale. What all parents should know about …
The Rise of Soul Music: Stax, Motown & the Genre Today
We speak with two experts about the cultural relevance of soul music today and how current artists and organizations are carrying on the …
What Lies Ahead: A Climate Calamity For Developing Countries
We speak with anthropologist and climate policy expert Naveeda Khan about the U.N. Climate Change Conference that took place this year …
