Podcast

Jun 27, 2023
Ep 259: This Old Brain with Art Markman
Why do some people’s brains age like fine wine, while others age like… guacamole? Returning champion Art Markman is here to give us the latest word on how to keep all your marbles. Plus, it’s the much-anticipated return of Life Hacks with Captain Crinkle! GUEST Professor Art Markman Podcast: two-guys-on-your-head ... Read More
Jun 20, 2023
Ep 258: You Better WORK!
What’s funnier than child labor? Just about everything. But we’ve got Eastman Museum curator Jamie Allen here to talk about the photographer who blew the visual whistle on child labor, Lewis Hine. And then…you like to dive into the details of this here podcast, so we dive into our Mailbag! ... Read More
Jun 20, 2023
Ep 258: You Better WORK!
What’s funnier than child labor? Just about everything. But we’ve got Eastman Museum curator Jamie Allen here to talk about the photographer who blew the visual whistle on child labor, Lewis Hine. And then…you like to dive into the details of this here podcast, so we dive into our Mailbag! ... Read More
Jun 13, 2023
Ep 257: Hail to the Chiefs with Chris Whipple
Our Commander in Chiefs need their own chiefs, and the chief authority on Chiefs of Staff is none other than our guest, Chris Whipple, author of “The Gatekeepers.” And then, how much do you know about Ty Cobb? “Which one,” you ask? Yes! It’s Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report on ... Read More
Jun 13, 2023
Ep 257: Hail to the Chiefs with Chris Whipple
Our Commander in Chiefs need their own chiefs, and the chief authority on Chiefs of Staff is none other than our guest, Chris Whipple, author of “The Gatekeepers.” And then, how much do you know about Ty Cobb? “Which one,” you ask? Yes! It’s Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report on ... Read More
Jun 6, 2023
Ep 256: Keeping Journalism – and Journalists – Alive with Elisa Lees Muñoz
For journalists, it’s a jungle out there – both in the actual jungle and, increasingly, in Anytown USA. So we’ve got Elisa Lees Muñoz of the International Women’s Media Foundation here to tell us how to train journalists to serve (all of us) and protect (themselves!). And then it’s time ... Read More
Jun 6, 2023
Ep 256: Keeping Journalism – and Journalists – Alive with Elisa Lees Muñoz
For journalists, it’s a jungle out there – both in the actual jungle and, increasingly, in Anytown USA. So we’ve got Elisa Lees Muñoz of the International Women’s Media Foundation here to tell us how to train journalists to serve (all of us) and protect (themselves!). And then it’s time ... Read More
May 30, 2023
Ep 255: Michelangelo: The Naked Truth
Lately we’ve been partying like it’s 1499 – in that certain works of art are STILL too hot to handle. But was Michelangelo’s “David” always scandalous? And what was our favorite ninja turtle’s namesake really like? Professor and Michelangelo scholar William Wallace is here to enlighten us. Or, um, renaissance ... Read More
May 30, 2023
Ep 255: Michelangelo: The Naked Truth
Lately we’ve been partying like it’s 1499 – in that certain works of art are STILL too hot to handle. But was Michelangelo’s “David” always scandalous? And what was our favorite ninja turtle’s namesake really like? Professor and Michelangelo scholar William Wallace is here to enlighten us. Or, um, renaissance ... Read More
May 23, 2023
Ep 254: Hitting the Debt Ceiling with Kathleen Day
As our nation strolls towards financial catastrophe with the debt ceiling negotiations, we ask Professor Kathleen Day the hard questions: What is the debt ceiling? And should we be negotiating it at all? And then: we’ve got a new website, and you’re using it not just to buy our incredible ... Read More
May 23, 2023
Ep 254: Hitting the Debt Ceiling with Kathleen Day
As our nation strolls towards financial catastrophe with the debt ceiling negotiations, we ask Professor Kathleen Day the hard questions: What is the debt ceiling? And should we be negotiating it at all? And then: we’ve got a new website, and you’re using it not just to buy our incredible ... Read More
May 16, 2023
Ep 253: Truth in Advertising with the FTC’s Serena Viswanathan
On this 100% guaranteed best-ever podcast, which can also cure scurvy, we talk to the Federal Trade Commission’s Serena Viswanathan to find out just how much advertisers are allowed to bend the truth. And then, the new segment that is 200% guaranteed to mend your lifestyle – it’s “Life Hacks ... Read More
May 16, 2023
Ep 253: Truth in Advertising with the FTC’s Serena Viswanathan
On this 100% guaranteed best-ever podcast, which can also cure scurvy, we talk to the Federal Trade Commission’s Serena Viswanathan to find out just how much advertisers are allowed to bend the truth. And then, the new segment that is 200% guaranteed to mend your lifestyle – it’s “Life Hacks ... Read More
May 9, 2023
Ep 252: TV Violence with Dr. Cynthia Vinney
Violence on television. The big question of course, is: Is there enough of it? And also – what effect does it have on us and our kids? Should we make Paula stop watching “Breaking Bad?” Dr. Cynthia Vinney is here to lay down the law (non-violently). And then – it’s ... Read More
May 9, 2023
Ep 252: TV Violence with Dr. Cynthia Vinney
Violence on television. The big question of course, is: Is there enough of it? And also – what effect does it have on us and our kids? Should we make Paula stop watching “Breaking Bad?” Dr. Cynthia Vinney is here to lay down the law (non-violently). And then – it’s ... Read More
May 2, 2023
Ep 251: Opening the Suggestion Box
Your call is important to us. So is your email. Please stand by, because it’s time for a very special episode wherein we entertain all your entertaining ideas for our beloved podcast. It’s time for Mailbag! Suggestion Box Edition. HOUSE BAND Cory Springhorn http://www.coryspringhorn.com/why-the-trumpet Sponsor: CARAWAY: Good looking, clean cooking.  ... Read More
May 2, 2023
Ep 251: Opening the Suggestion Box
Your call is important to us. So is your email. Please stand by, because it’s time for a very special episode wherein we entertain all your entertaining ideas for our beloved podcast. It’s time for Mailbag! Suggestion Box Edition. HOUSE BAND Cory Springhorn http://www.coryspringhorn.com/why-the-trumpet Sponsor: CARAWAY: Good looking, clean cooking.  ... Read More
Apr 25, 2023
Ep 250: Our Microbial Overlords with Eleanor Spicer Rice!
The conspiracy theorists were right – there ARE shadowy forces controlling us… but they’re microscopic. We explore the bizarre world of microbes with our superguest, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice! And once we’ve got all the info, we get more – along with some disinfo. It’s time for Paula’s Fact Finding Fiesta! GUEST ... Read More
Apr 25, 2023
Ep 250: Our Microbial Overlords with Eleanor Spicer Rice!
The conspiracy theorists were right – there ARE shadowy forces controlling us… but they’re microscopic. We explore the bizarre world of microbes with our superguest, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice! And once we’ve got all the info, we get more – along with some disinfo. It’s time for Paula’s Fact Finding Fiesta! GUEST ... Read More
Apr 18, 2023
Ep 249: Pursuing Happiness with Dr. Laurie Santos
Can money buy happiness, and if not, can we at least rent it? We’ve got Yale professor and the host of “The Happiness Lab”, Dr. Laurie Santos, here to drop some breadcrumbs along the trail to Happytown! And now that we’ve made you happy, prepare to be slightly annoyed, as ... Read More