The Link Between Opioids And Alzheimer’s

An illustration of the thought processes in the brain.

The Link Between Opioids And Alzheimer’s

June 25, 2021 Education, Health, Science and Technology, Upcoming

Science journalist Lauren Aguirre joins us to talk about the amnesia opioid addicts sometimes suffer from, new breakthroughs in understanding Alzheimer’s, and her own experience with temporary memory loss.

A picture of the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.

What Does The Alamo Really Represent?

June 24, 2021 Education, History, Politics, Upcoming

Author Bryan Burrough joins us to talk about arguably the state’s most famous story – The Alamo – and why its role in preserving slavery is often written out of Texas lore.

A Case For A Great Migration Back To The South

June 18, 2021 Culture, Education, History, Race/Identity

New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow joins us to talk about his ideas for how to create lasting social change, honor culture and memory, and fight back against systemic racism.

From Drug Dealer To Harvard Debate Coach

June 17, 2021 Education, Mental Health, Race/Identity

Brandon P. Fleming joins us to discuss his childhood surrounded by poverty and crime, his dreams shattered by injury, and his ultimate redemption, which he found in teaching himself and others to be express themselves.

How To Be A Hero

May 31, 2021 Education, Health, History, Mental Health, Politics

William H. McRaven joins us to talk about what we can all learn from those who acted with valor when the moment required it.

Here’s What School Might Look Like In The Fall

May 20, 2021 Culture, Current Events, Education, Health

Education Week reporter Madeline Will joins us to talk about how learning gaps will be addressed, how schools are planning to fully reopen, and which Covid safety measures will remain even after students can be vaccinated.

The Fight Over Female Virginity

May 13, 2021 Culture, Education, Health, History, Mental Health, Politics

Lisabeth During joins us to talk about the history and ideas surrounding female virginity and why it is associated with both honor and rebellion.

Not All Geniuses Were Child Prodigies

May 10, 2021 Culture, Education, History, Science and Technology

Claudia Kalb joins us to discuss the science of off-the-charts intelligence, and the events that trigger greatness.

The Feminist Triumph Of … Home Economics

May 6, 2021 Culture, Education, History, Race/Identity

Danielle Dreilinger joins us to talk about how home economics courses opened doors for women outside the home, vaulting them to careers as scientists, businesswomen, professors and more.

The Trailblazing Women Of AKA

May 6, 2021 Culture, Education, History, Politics, Race/Identity

Deborah Riley Draper, an AKA herself, joins us to tell the story of the oldest Black Greek letter sorority, which was founded at Howard University.

The World Expects Too Much From Young People

May 5, 2021 Culture, Education, History, Mental Health

Rainesford Stauffer joins us to talk about the social media-fueled pressure put on people in their 20s and 30s to find their purpose, and why allowing time to think and be still might be the best way for someone to grow.

Why We’re Not All Speaking Esperanto

April 28, 2021 Culture, Education, Global Issues, History, Language

Stephanie Tam joins us to tell the story of one man’s quest for a lingua franca that would bridge communication and why it was blocked by colonial ideas of English superiority.