Episodios

  • FULL EPISODE: Ice Age Dice - April 6, 2026

    FULL EPISODE: Ice Age Dice - April 6, 2026
    Apr 7 2026
    Media personality and self-styled reality TV historian Caitlin Green gives her layperson take on the Artemis II lunar mission, describes the current Summer House scandal, and weighs in on an exfoliating glove-based roommate dilemma. (⁠Listen to Caitlin co-hosting The Jann Arden Podcast here⁠.) Archaeologist Robert Madden reveals how Ice Age dice show early Native Americans may have understood probability. Social psychology researcher Alessia Telari shares what the psychological impact of ghosting is, and how it lasts longer than outright romantic rejection. Psychology professor Leslie Atkinson discusses the major flaws in the historical clinical trials used to justify spanking children. Evolutionary psychologist ⁠Dr. Andrew Thomas⁠ explains that ⁠people judge a potential partner's sexual history by timing, not total number⁠. English professor ⁠Kristi Girdharry⁠ outlines ⁠her new task for students in the age of AI: teaching them when to struggle⁠. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:27) Caitlin Green pt. 1 (10:00) Caitlin Green pt. 2 (20:00) Robert Madden (30:00) Alessia Telari (39:50) Leslie Atkinson (49:50) Dr. Andrew Thomas pt. 1 (59:50) Dr. Andrew Thomas pt. 2 (1:09:50) Kristi Girdharry (1:18:49) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 28 m
  • Space Toilet Trouble; Security Apocalypse 'Q-Day' Approaches

    Space Toilet Trouble; Security Apocalypse 'Q-Day' Approaches
    Apr 3 2026
    On It's Time For Technology Time, tech analyst ⁠Carmi Levy⁠ covers: The Artemis II toilet problem⁠; SpaceX has reportedly filed for the biggest IPO in history⁠; Google issues new warning about the quantum computing security apocalypse⁠; and New White House app is a security and privacy nightmare⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 m
  • Artemis II Moonbound

    Artemis II Moonbound
    Apr 3 2026
    Astrophysics and astrobiology professor ⁠Sarah Rugheimer⁠ celebrates ⁠the newly launched Artemis II rocket with its historic firsts, and talks about the mission⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • Want to Sleep Better?

    Want to Sleep Better?
    Apr 3 2026
    Only slightly late for National Sleep Awareness Month (April 2nd Fools?!) sleep coach ⁠Alanna McGinn⁠ gives us tips for a better night's sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 m
  • Newly Discovered Human-Cat Fungus Spreads

    Newly Discovered Human-Cat Fungus Spreads
    Apr 3 2026
    For Vet Talk – or Pet Talk – veterinarian ⁠Dr. Cliff Redford⁠ goes over stories: Fungus that spreads from cats to humans has been detected, raising concerns among scientists⁠; and The seemingly safe dog treats that vets say are sending pets to emergency surgery⁠. Cliff warns pet owners of ticks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 m
  • FULL EPISODE: To the Moon and Beyond - April 2, 2026

    FULL EPISODE: To the Moon and Beyond - April 2, 2026
    Apr 3 2026
    Astrophysics and astrobiology professor Sarah Rugheimer celebrates the newly launched Artemis II rocket with its historic firsts, and talks about the mission. On It's Time For Technology Time, tech analyst Carmi Levy covers: The Artemis II toilet problem; SpaceX has reportedly filed for the biggest IPO in history; Google issues new warning about the quantum computing security apocalypse; and New White House app is a security and privacy nightmare. For Vet Talk – or Pet Talk – veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford goes over stories: Fungus that spreads from cats to humans has been detected, raising concerns among scientists; and The seemingly safe dog treats that vets say are sending pets to emergency surgery. Cliff warns pet owners of ticks. Only slightly late for National Sleep Awareness Month (April 2nd Fools?!) sleep coach Alanna McGinn gives us tips for a better night's sleep. Psychology professor ⁠Tessa West⁠ outlines how ⁠Gen Z is dating less and how the result is one of the most unprepared workforces⁠. Ecology and conservation scientist ⁠Chris Lepczyk⁠ explains ⁠what the science has to say about whether you should let your cat roam the streets⁠. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:30) Sarah Rugheimer (10:00) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (20:00) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (30:00) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (39:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (49:50) Alanna McGinn (59:50) Tessa West (1:09:50) Chris Lepczyk (1:19:07) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 28 m
  • The Stress of Dating in the Golden Years

    The Stress of Dating in the Golden Years
    Apr 2 2026
    Human development and family sciences professor ⁠Lisa Neff⁠ outlines ⁠the surprising toll that new relationships take on older adults⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • How Hollywood Doesn't Learn From Failure

    How Hollywood Doesn't Learn From Failure
    Apr 2 2026
    Supply chain management professor ⁠Suresh Muthulingam⁠ discusses how ⁠in Hollywood, teams don't stick together long enough to learn from failure⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m