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Nov 15, 2022

Ep 227: Can Bugs Save the Planet?

Remember Aly Moore, who came on our show and fed us bugs? Well, she’s back with her new venture, Chapul Farms, working to create a farming ecosystem where bugs turn waste into soil and chicken feed! And if that all seems like a complicated conundrum, wait until we stump you ... Read More

Nov 8, 2022

Ep 226: Winning the Climate War with Michael Mann

What’s happening with our climate, and exactly how screwed are we at this point? Author and scientist Michael Mann comes by with the bad news and some surprisingly hopeful predictions. Then, prepare yourself to seek the truth. And the other truth. That’s right, it’s the return of Two Truths and Lie! GUEST ... Read More

Nov 1, 2022

Ep 225: Kicking Asteroid: Are We Ready to Defend the Planet?

Ep 225 – Kicking Asteroid: Are We Ready to Defend the Planet?  Invaders from space are touching down on Earth all the time, but how are we going to deal with The Big One? Planetary Defense expert Ralph Harvey breaks down how we can break down dangerous meteors – with ... Read More

Oct 25, 2022

Ep 224: Career Window

Paula has investigated a bunch of other jobs, but how do the pros approach career transitions? We’ve got Aurora Meneghello from “Repurpose Your Purpose” to lay it out for us. And then – we’re finally getting to Bonnie and Toni’s report on Ben Franklin! Is it worth the wait? Find ... Read More

Oct 18, 2022

Ep 223: Former Education Secretary Arne Duncan Schools Us

What is the Department of Education? What does it do? And why do so many Republicans run on the idea of getting rid of it? Former Secretary of Education Arne Duncan drops by to drop some knowledge on us. GUEST Arne Duncan www.chicagocred.org HOUSE BAND Zip Dagger @zipdagger on instagram Zip ... Read More

Oct 11, 2022

Ep 222: Bugapalooza!

You listeners have questions about bugs – and our friend Dr. Eleanor Spicer-Rice is back to answer them all! And speaking of the natural world, Bonnie Burns and her green(ish) thumb are here to offer handy horticultural tips in another installment of “Garden Time with Captain Crinkle!” GUEST Dr. Eleanor ... Read More

Oct 4, 2022

Ep 221: Oil You Can Eat

How can anything be extra virgin? Although that’s definitely how some of us felt in high school. But olive oil is different, and olive oil sommelier Marisa Bloch Gaytan is here to tell us all about its tasty and nutritious world. Plus – brace yourselves – Bonnie and Toni explore the life ... Read More

Sep 27, 2022

Ep 220: Truth or Share

Studies show that when you share an article that you haven’t read, it actually makes you think you know more than you do. Don’t bother reading any further – you’re already an expert on this podcast! Share it! But if you’re still reading, know that we’ve got returning champion Dr. ... Read More

Sep 20, 2022

Ep 219: See How They Run

We all know that this year’s campaigns are heating up, but what’s it like from the inside? What are the rules nowadays, and more importantly, are there rules nowadays? Author, political consultant, and recovering Republican TIm Miller drops in to drop some knowledge. And then… how would you describe our show? Well, ... Read More

Sep 13, 2022

Ep 218: Eyes on the Prizefighter

At a time when athletes are using their platform to advance real causes, we take a moment to talk about the man who basically built that platform: Muhammad Ali. Professor and author Randy Roberts steps into the ring to tell us all about Ali’s amazing life. And speaking of amazing ... Read More

Sep 6, 2022

Ep 217: Frame That Tune!

What makes that song you like… a song that you like? Nolan Gasser, the brains behind Pandora’s Music Genome Project, is here to tell us how he broke music down its core components. And then he helps Paula continue her quest to write a hot Christmas song that’ll knock Mariah ... Read More

Aug 30, 2022

Ep 216: Unpacking the Court 2

In the wake of recent decisions, we revisit the great-granddaddy of Supreme Court injustices – Plessy vs. Ferguson. Dr. Peter Irons returns to break down this historic moral breakdown. GUEST Dr. Peter Irons WHITE MEN’S LAW: The Roots of Systemic Racism HOUSE BAND Jay Clanin roadrunnerproductions.net Learn more about your ... Read More

Aug 23, 2022

Ep 215: Weight Weight… Tell Me!

Putting fads aside, what’s the real science behind weight loss? Is Paula’s Dorito and Oreo diet medically sound? Professor Clare Collins is here to weigh in on weight loss. Plus, get ready to know slightly more about the Red Sea – it’s Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report. But without Toni. ... Read More

Aug 16, 2022

Ep 214: Appraise the “Titanic!”

Should you go see the #1 movie in America, “Bullet Train?” Paula and Adam are here to help you decide by reviewing that other gigantic vehicle-based movie, 1997’s “Titanic!”  HOUSE BAND Ben Cassil https://redcircle.com/shows/totallyrad https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/totally-rad/id1527946974 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More

Aug 9, 2022

Ep 213: Jill Schlesinger Returns (But At What Price?)

Inflation is rampaging through the land, raising prices and taking names. But what is it? What caused it? Who do we blame? One of our favorite guests, Jill Schlesinger is back to explain this whole economic kerfuffle. (Yes, we said it – kerfuffle!) Also, for your information, we’re throwing another ... Read More

Aug 2, 2022

Ep 212: So Long, Long Covid!

Ep 212 – So Long, Long Covid! Now that seemingly everyone’s getting COVID-19, the question we’re all thinking about is “How do you STOP having it?” Dr. John Barrata from UNC’s Covid Recovery Clinic is here to talk about “long Covid” and how we’re learning to beat it. Plus, our ... Read More

Jul 26, 2022

Ep 211: Jaws 4: Snark Attack!

It’s summer movie season, and Paula and Adam are here to help you decide whether to see “Where the Crawdads Sing.” How? By screening 1987’s “Jaws 4: The Revenge,” of course! Hear all about the fine film about which Michael Caine raved, “It paid for my house!” HOUSE BAND James ... Read More

Jul 19, 2022

Ep 210: Funny Changes Everything

Those who don’t know history are doomed to repeat it. But those who don’t know comedy history are doomed to repeat it wrong, and completely screw up the punchline! Journey Gunderson, who runs the National Comedy Center, comes by to spread the word about her amazing new institution. Plus – ... Read More

Jul 12, 2022

Ep 209: And Then There’s Fraud

How can you protect yourself from being scammed? Well, you could send us $49.95 for our exclusive NLTPP Anti-Scam Beads. Or… you could listen to fraud expert John Breyault, who’s seen ‘em all. We recommend both; John AND the beads! And then… which lucky Hollywood stars will get the honor ... Read More

Jul 5, 2022

Ep 208: The Land (WAY) Down Under

When Toni and Bonnie offered their oral report on Antarctica to attract fans from there, we had no idea that we already had an Antarctic fan! Nobody and Antarctic researcher Ralph Harvey is here to set us straight about the bottom of the world! Also, you asked for it – and ... Read More