Episodes
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Sunday Pick: Why you should try improv comedy (w/ Rick Andrews) | How to Be a Better Human
Improv skills like listening, support, and embracing mistakes are directly applicable to everyday life, improving communication and trust.
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The Mystery of Sea Creatures (1/5): A coral reef love story | Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Parrotfish are extraordinary creatures vital for coral reef health, with unique behaviors like algae eating, sand production, color-changing, and sleep mucus protection.
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The Mystery of Sea Creatures (2/5): A giant Jurassic sea dragon, unearthed | Dean R. Lomax
Fossil discoveries often involve luck and being in the right place at the right time.
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The Mystery of Sea Creatures (3/5): Could an orca give a TED Talk? | Karen Bakker
Bioacoustics combined with AI reveals a hidden world of animal communication, from bats and whales to coral larvae.
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The Mystery of Sea Creatures (4/5): Are we interrupting the kinky sex lives of fish? | Marah J. Hardt
Many marine animals have complex and fascinating reproductive strategies, many of which are still being discovered.
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The Mystery of Sea Creatures (5/5): The fantastically weird world of photosynthetic sea slugs | Michael Middlebrooks
Some sea creatures, like corals and certain jellyfish, can photosynthesize by partnering with algae, blurring the line between plants and animals.
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The power of imagination — onstage and off | Suki Hillier
Imagination is a powerful tool that builds understanding and connection, not just an escape from reality.
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Can a camera on every corner make us safer? | Garrett Langley
Flock’s technology has proven effective in solving crimes and enhancing public safety through a network of sensors and data integration.
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Why AI will never replace a great teacher | Matt Wu
Human connection is the most powerful tool in education, more than technology or AI.
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How AI is discovering athletes that human scouts miss | Richard Felton-Thomas (re-release)
AI and computer vision can democratize sports talent scouting, making it accessible to athletes everywhere regardless of location.
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How surveillance tech erodes your privacy | Jen Golbeck
Data collection and surveillance extend far beyond online activities into offline spaces, threatening individual privacy.
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Sunday Pick: Finding Purpose: Why you should stop chasing your “dream job” (w/ Emily the Recruiter) | Fixable
Focus on creating an 'awake job' that actively aligns with your validation, purpose, and lifestyle needs, rather than chasing the elusive 'dream job.'
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Why depression isn't what you think | Lisa Monteggia
Depression is not simply caused by a chemical imbalance, specifically serotonin deficiency.
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The deadly threat affecting millions — and how to prevent it | Drew McCartor
Lead poisoning remains a significant global health crisis, causing death and irreversible cognitive damage, especially in children.
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Why winning doesn't always equal success | Valorie Kondos Field (re-release)
Success should be rooted in developing well-rounded, resilient individuals, not just winning competitions or achieving superficial triumphs.
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Confessions of an accidental killer | Gregg Ward
Regret is a natural and powerful part of the human experience, and it can influence our identity and decisions.
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Does working hard really make you a good person? | Azim Shariff (re-release)
Effort is often equated with morality, leading to moralization of hard work regardless of the results.
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The kind of AI we actually need | Van Jones
The rapid pace of AI development is creating a significant 'adaptation gap' that could lead to social unrest if not addressed.
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Why you fear the unknown — and what it can teach you | Maya Shankar, Simone Stolzoff
Our innate fear of uncertainty is rooted in biological survival instincts, but it can hold us back from growth and new opportunities.
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Why democracy requires renewal | Michael Dimock
American democracy is an ongoing, evolving project requiring continuous renewal and adaptation.
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