Video Game Evolution (2017)
Video games have long been seen as child’s play, but now they are the source of massive TV ratings and legitimate artistic expression.
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The Gift of Numbers
We talk to mathematician and author Keith Devlin about Fibonacci’s mammoth contribution to mathematics and our daily lives.
Culture Crash: Logic’s 1-800-273-8255
Rapper Logic’s song “1-800-273-8255” is a mental health anthem, designed to help suicidal listeners realize the value of their lives.
A Look Inside This Year’s Biggest Books
With summer around the corner, many of us are looking for some fresh books to read on the beach or on the porch.
Culture Crash: Aziz Ansari Has a Lot to Say in “Master of None”
This weekend, you may have noticed a Netflix banner for the new season of Master of None. The show was created by, and stars, comedian Aziz Ansari and made a big splash in the fall of 2015 when it first debuted.
The History of Physics (2017)
Science historian and author Tom Jackson talks about a few of the highlights throughout the long history of physics and astronomy.
Religion Behind Bars (2017)
We talk to Tanya Erzen, a professor of religion, what role prison ministries play in the lives on inmates.
Culture Crash: Radio Dramas Get an Update in Gimlet Media’s “Homecoming”
Homecoming, a podcast from Gimlet Media, harkens back to an age when the family would gather around, not to watch TV, but to listen to radio dramas like The Shadow or the famous Orson Welles War of the Worlds broadcast.
The Ethics and Impact of Genetic Screenings on Children (2017)
Science enables us to know much more than ever before. We can be aware of what disorders we could pass on to our kids and we can conduct screenings on children to discover irregularities in their genes. Such screenings can help doctors catch issues early but …
Jonathan Lethem on Literature and His Decades-long Career
Jonathan Lethem's latest book is an inside look at his thoughts on literature, he talks to us about what inspires him, and how he feels about tough critics.
Culture Crash: The Impact of “Hamilton: An American Musical”
We look at the musical people can’t stop talking about: Hamilton, the brainchild of Lin-Manuel Miranda, that has already won numerous awards.
Cutting Through the Fake News
Two educators give tips we can all use to identify lies online and keep ourselves informed by only the truth.
The Adventure is Still Out There: Explorers past and present, explored
We talk to two experts about some notable explorers of the past and ways you can see the world through fresh eyes yourself.
Casey Stengel’s Life in Baseball
Yankees historian Marty Appel talks about the life of Casey Stengel, who spent over 50 years in professional baseball and won 8 World Series titles
