Gender inclusion activist Aidan Key discusses practical tips for parents and school staff to approach trans students with a sense of welcoming, creating a safe space for them to learn.
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Never let a story get in the way of good facts
New Yorker staff writer Parul Sehgal discusses why narrative style is so attractive to contemporary readers, and what we must look out for if we want to see the whole story.
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The world’s full of scams – here’s how they get you
Psychology professor Daniel Simons discusses the many ways we get taken for a ride and the faulty thinking that got us there so we can be aware next time.
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The lies you’ve heard about fat people
Writer Aubrey Gordon debunks myths about fat people’s health and the ease of losing weight in order to further fat acceptance and fat justice in this country.
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The maestro of mystery
Best-selling author Brenden Slocum discuss themes of authorship, authenticity and art from his novel about uncovering the truth about a composer’s legacy.
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How TV learned to take teenagers seriously
Entertainment journalist Thea Glassman makes the case that teen shows of yesterday paved the way for today’s diverse, complex and compelling teen storylines.
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You should really spend more time with people
Writer Andy Field discusses the magic of life in cities surrounded by strangers, and the ways we can interact with people to spark creativity.
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In movies and TV, Asian American stories are claiming the spotlight
New York Times reporter Matt Stevens discusses the new wave of angry, messy and action-oriented roles for Asian-American actors and how this evolution has chipped away at harmful stereotypes.
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What Abigail Adams and Beyoncé have in common
Historian Elizabeth Cobbs discusses her history of famous women who fought for equal rights and family from both sides of the aisle, and the impact they continue to have today.
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Your favorite movies would not be the same without John Williams
Music professor Frank Lehman discusses the composer’s brilliance and how his oeuvre augments the action and adventure of the modern classics we love.
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Hollywood’s big bet on Barbie
Journalist Kelly Gilblom talks about the gamble Warner Bros. is taking on Barbie – and the attempted modernization of Mattel behind the scenes.
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The history of secret societies in America
Colin Dickey discusses why our democracy has conspiracy theories woven into it and how to spot magical thinking so we can work to shut it down.
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