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What It Takes To Build The Future
We often think of the future as some unknowable horizon, fueled by sudden discoveries and inventions — but in reality, the future is constantly being…
1 year ago
Origin Stories and How We Become Who We Are
Great origin stories aren't only for superheroes or villains in movies and comic books, lots of fascinating tales shed light on how places or people …
1 year ago
The Science Behind the Healing Power of Music
You've heard that music is the language of the soul — but could it also be a treatment for the body? On this reissued episode, we explore the latest …
1 year ago
First Responders and the Toll on Their Health
We turn to first responders for help during emergencies. We expect them to stay calm and cool, and to know exactly what to do. In scary, dangerous, o…
1 year ago
Why We're All So Outraged
When we're feeling morally outraged — over politics, global conflicts, or violence, like the recent murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson — …
1 year ago
Parrot or Prophet: How AI is Shaping Language
For thousands of years, we've thought of language as one of the key features that makes humans unique. But with the rapid evolution of large language…
1 year, 1 month ago
When Being 'Gifted' No Longer Feels Like a Gift
What does it mean to be 'gifted'? Who qualifies and how should we teach and treat gifted children? And, where do the limits of their talents lie? On …
1 year, 1 month ago
Thanksgiving Disasters — And How to Avoid Them
Thanksgiving is a lovely holiday — a time for food, family, and counting our blessings. But let's face it: The festivities don't always go as planned…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Threats Facing Trees — and How to Save Them
We not only love trees for their beauty — we need them for our survival. But around the world, some trees, and even entire forests, are facing numero…
1 year, 1 month ago
Biomimicry: What Nature Can Teach us about Engineering and Design
How does nature make durable materials like corals and seashells without a heat or a kiln? How do peacock feathers get their beautiful colors? Scient…
1 year, 2 months ago