Galileo’s Shopping List: Why Humans Have Always Relied On Lists
Lists are a part of our everyday, even if they are often a forgotten part of our everyday.
Exploring The Questions That Need No Answer
Dr. Gregory Stock tells us how the process of coming to an answer is often more important than any one answer itself.
The Story Of Two Families Connected By Slavery
We talk to a man whose family held slaves and hear how he went back in history and to his family’s hometown to confront his past, to meet the relatives of those slaves, and to find out what life was like then and now for the two Tomlinson families.
The Lesser-Known Civil Rights March Headed By Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
In 1966, Civil Rights pioneer James Meredith set out on The March Against Fear - a walk to prove black citizens no longer needed to fear white people. Soon after its beginning, Meredith was ambushed and shot.
Why We Fail Again And Again At New Year’s Resolutions
We talk to a behavior specialist and coach about how bad habits are created and why.
Exploring the Questions That Have No Right Answer
Dr. Gregory Stock who’s made a living asking questions that sometimes have no hard and fast answers. In all reality, sometimes the process of coming to an answer is often more important than any one answer itself.
The Art of Detecting a Lie
We speak with one interrogation expert about the subtle signs that give people away and how the average person can use these tactics in day-to-day interactions.
Liar, Liar: How To Get To The Truth
How do professionals question people to get the information they want? We talk to an expert in interrogation and lying on this subject, and how law enforcement and job interviewers use the same tactics to find out if someone is lying.
Super Bowl Ads
We talk to marketing specialists about how to craft a good ad, how ads are effectively measured and what makes an ad memorable.
Asa Jennings: A forgotten American hero
After World War I, the city of Smyrna was set ablaze and people had to run to the beaches just to escape the flames. We’ll hear how governments and diplomats in the West all but ignored their plight, and how the efforts of one brave relief worker and a Navy commander finally brought the victims to safety.
From Fan to Collaborator: How Richard Chizmar wrote a novella with Stephen King
Richard Chizmar discusses his career, his process, and his opportunity to write a novella with Stephen King.
The Gift of Numbers
We talk to mathematician and author Keith Devlin about Fibonacci’s mammoth contribution to mathematics and our daily lives.
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.
Bob Marley’s Legendary Life
It has been decades since Bob Marley’s death, but his music is still played and his face still shows up on tee shirts.
A Fresh Look at the Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights may seem like they were simply added on to the end of the Constitution but civil liberty lawyer Burt Neuborne offers a different outlook on the document.
James Meredith and The March Against Fear
In 1966, Civil Rights pioneer James Meredith set out on The March Against Fear. We talk to historian Ann Bausum about the history and impact of the march.
The Stories Behind Nursery Rhymes
We talk to a librarian and author about where nursery rhymes came from and how they were used before they ended up in Mother Goose books.
Unleashing Your Creativity (2017)
It’s a common goal to get back to the creative passions in the new year. Two experts give tips on how to over come obstacles and finish your masterpiece.
Digital Independence (2017)
Our guest, Christina Cook, took a 31-day vacation from the Internet and learned how online life needs to be balanced with face-to-face communications and relaxation.
Fighting Fair and Productively (2017)
We talk to two experts on conflict about how to make disagreements with anyone, from your work life to your home life, into a more peaceful, enlightening experience.
Internet Privacy (2016)
We talk to a journalist who has tried to erase her digital footprint, and an attorney who deals with online privacy about protecting your person information online.
Using the “Voices in Your Head” (2016)
Experts tell us the “voices in your head” can be used to talk to, and about, yourself in a healthy, productive way.
Henry Clay: The great American statesman you should know more about (2016)
Most of us have heard the name of Henry Clay, but he’s not one of the people we usually remember the way we do George Washington or Thomas Jefferson.
Holiday Cooking Without Fear (2016)
Author Julia Turshen gives her tips and tricks on how to make preparing those holiday dinners a little less daunting.
