Sleeping Soundly: How Getting Quality Sleep Can Enhance our Health (2017)
Sleep is the single biggest thing we can do to help our physical and mental health both in the short-term and long-term.
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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 cultivating a better environment and reconnecting humans with nature
Stutters, Stammers, and Vocal Blunders (2017)
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 they might mean.
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 writer Mark Stein about how that came to be.
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 and when is it a sign of a larger problem
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.
The Vital Role of Pre-Kindergarten (2017)
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)
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 Dr. Travis Langley.
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 stories have been teaching our children.
Bats: Their value and their endangerment
We explore the benefits of bats, and why their numbers are decreasing in alarming numbers.
Unconventional Vacation Destinations (2017)
Author Dylan Thuras talks about a few of the places you probably never heard about but which offer unique vacation experiences, educational opportunities and a lot of fun.
