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The Measure of Everyday LifeHealing Mental Suffering Across HistoryHow can we improve our mental wellbeing by supporting our caregivers and healers? Dr. Kay Redfield Jamison of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine has many ideas which have come to her in part from her own remarkable life. Time magazine has called her a "Hero of Medicine." She's also an award-winning author. On this episode, we talk with her about her New Yorker Book of the Year, Fires in the Dark: Healing the Unquiet Mind.2024-07-1729 min
Sound InvestingLeaving Money to Your Children and GrandchildrenJoin Paul as he is interviewed by Ed Fulbright, CPA and host of Mastering Your Money on WNCU 90.7 FM in Durham, N.C.
How do Grandparents decide to help with education or retirement or legacy building of their grandchildren?
You often recommend small cap value as the primary investment vehicle for creating legacy for your grand children. Why did you select this investment?
You recommend a low cost strategy for $365 per year. Can you tell our listeners about how this works?
You also have different options for people who may have older children or grandchildren. Can we discuss those opti...2024-07-0328 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeFriendship and Our Health in Later LifeMost people generally understand what friendship is and yet the roles it plays in our wellbeing have yet to be fully explored. On this episode, we talk with psychology researcher William Chopik of Michigan State University about new work on the value of friendship for health and what we can to do encourage better friendship in our lives.2024-07-0329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeTeacher Work Experiences During the PandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic has posed challenges for many different people, but one of those groups whose story hasn’t been sufficiently told yet is teachers. On this episode, we talk with Erin Thomsen and Erin Dunlop Velez of RTI International about their work to tell that story. 2024-06-2629 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeHow to Engage Communities in CrisisCommunities sometimes emerge into the public spotlight at moments of crisis, such as when there is a dangerous train derailment or catastrophic damage to a water system. When we try to help those communities, though, how can we do that in a respectful and useful way that reflects history. On this episode, we talk about doing community-engaged research with Vicki Johnson-Lawrence of RTI International, co-author of a new RTI Press report on trauma-informed approaches to improve public health. 2024-06-1229 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeCoping with Workplace ConflictIf you are hoping for a vacation this summer, it might reflect your frustrations with co-workers. Conflict in the workplace can be an important source of stress and can undermine team functioning. On this episode, we talk about how to cope with conflict with Jessica Jameson of North Carolina State University, author of Communication for Constructive Workplace Conflict.2024-06-0529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeOnline Lurking and SocietyMany of us sometimes scroll through the comments posted in reaction to a news article or social media post. How important is that and why might it matter? On this episode, we talk with Gina Sipley of the State University of New York Nassau Community College and author of a new book called Just Here for the Comments: Lurking as Digital Literacy Practice.2024-05-0129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeWhat the Deaths of Unknown People Can Tell UsWhen some people die, no one comes to claim them. The death of people without easily identified social network ties can signal a different sort of loss, a loss for a society which comprises alienation and disconnection. On this episode, we talk with researchers Pamela Prickett of the University of Amsterdam and Stefan Timmermans of UCLA about their new book, The Unclaimed: Abandonment and Hope in the City of Angels. 2024-04-2430 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeNarcissism and News PersonalizationWhat people now see presented on online platforms often reflects personal information about them, a situation which has raised alarms for some commentators. Might your personality affect whether you worry about data privacy protection and consequences for society? On this episode, we talk with Lisa Farman of Ithaca College about her work on this topic.2024-04-1729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeUplifts Help Offset Traumatic LossTraumatic loss, such as the death of a person close to you, can affect your everyday wellbeing in many ways. On this episode, we talk with researchers who have explored ways people can cope with such loss: Alexandra Early of RTI International and Caitlin Reynolds and Shevaun Neupert of North Carolina State University.2024-04-1029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeMedia Technology and Our ChildrenParents often talk with family and friends about the roles of media in their children's lives, for better or worse. What can academic research tell us about what is ok for our kids? On this episode, we talk with Dr. Katie Davis of the University of Washington, author of a new book for MIT Press called Technology’s Child: Digital Media’s Role in the Ages and Stages of Growing Up.2024-03-1329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeDepopulation and the Future of CitiesThe idea that we have more and more people on this planet has been prominent in recent decades but some researchers now project a future of declining population in some parts of the world, including the United States, which has implications for our physical infrastructure. On this episode, we talk with engineering researchers Sybil Derrible and Lauryn Spearing of the University of Illinois Chicago about a depopulated future. 2024-03-0629 min
Six CountListening Session #1: Saxophonist Dexter Moses (plus special album announcement!)Six Count hosted its first listening session with a small group of musicians in January. Dexter Moses, the featured guest, curated the following playlist for the evening: “I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles,” by Charlie Parker and Jay McShann (1942)“Cherokee,” by Charlie Parker and Efferge Ware (1942 or 1943)“Bag’s Groove” (1953) and “Off Minor” (1947), by Bud PowellThe Black Peril, by Soweto Kinch (2019)Liberation RagDegeneration, Pt. 11 – The Disorder WithinLiberation’s DawnBlack FridayHomecoming“52nd Street Theme (Live),” by the Branford Marsalis Quartet (2014)“I Cover the Waterfront (Live),” by the Don Shirley Trio (1968)“All The Things You Are,” by Phineas Newborn Jr (1956)“I’ve Done My Work,” by Donald and Geraldine...2024-02-2323 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeHow Fatal Use of Force Affects CommunitiesWe sometimes hear about fatal use of force by police officers and yet we tend to not talk about the potential long-term effects of those tragedies on community members who were not directly involved. On this episode, we talk with Kevin Strom and Sean Wire of the Center of Justice at RTI International about new research which investigates community and police department response to fatal use of force incidents. 2024-02-2129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifePandemic Resilience in Secondary EducationAlthough the COVID-19 pandemic has challenged and complicated school administration across the U.S. and around the world, we also are starting to hear stories of resilience. On this episode, we talk with Beth Glennie and Zach Smith of RTI International about their study of school enrollment and online achievement patterns in Hawai'i in the face of the pandemic. 2024-01-2429 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeThe Experiences of Black and Hispanic Science Researchers As recently as 2021, more than 30,000 U.S. citizens earned a PhD and yet the demographics of that group do not reflect the U.S. population overall, particularly in the case of science, engineering, technology, and mathematics. On this episode, we talk with Erin Velez and Ruth Heuer of RTI International and Lorelle Espinosa of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation about a new report documenting the experiences of Black and Hispanic science PhD candidates in the U.S.2024-01-1029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeEncouraging Organizations to Go Above and BeyondAt the end of each calendar year in the United States, many people talk about charity and voluntary contributions, much of which involves non-profit organizations. In recent years, U.S. government agencies and funders have asked non-profits for more formal evaluation of their work than ever before. On this episode, Aaron Horvath of Stanford University discusses surprising non-profit behavior to not only meet evaluation obligations but to voluntarily do more to share their stories.2023-12-2029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeThe Future of Our Public Health WorkforceDuring the week of Thanksgiving in the US, many of us are busy with holiday meal planning and getting together with family. It is also a time when we can thank public health officials for Public Health Thank You Day. On this episode, we talk with Brian Castrucci of the de Beaumont Foundation and Jenny Luray of Research!America about public health in America.2023-11-2029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeWomen in ScienceWomen made crucial contributions to scientific inquiry for a long time and yet scientific professions has lacked equity in many ways. On this episode, we talk with Lisa M. P. Munoz, author of Women in Science Now: Stories and Strategies for Achieving Equity, about her journey in the sciences and about her efforts to spotlight stories of progress. 2023-11-1529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeKeeping Families Safe in the Current Media LandscapeYou can find all sorts of content on social media platforms. Some organizations attempt to use social media to keep families safe but how successful has that work been? On this episode, we talk with Jennifer Manganello of the University at Albany and Lara McKenzie of Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Ohio about their work to encourage child safety.2023-11-0129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeEnding the Use of Race in Clinical AlgorithmsAlgorithms are essentially sets of instructions for what steps to take in response to input. They are embedded into many aspects of our everyday life and doctors even use algorithms to generate advice for patients. What should we do if we discover certain algorithms are based on flawed data or misleading analysis? On this episode, we talk with Adriana Joseph of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene about a new coalition to improve how we use clinical algorithms. 2023-10-1829 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeCoping with TraumaEmotional abuse and manipulation can cause harm in interpersonal relationships and for society. On this episode, we focus on the science of healing from interpersonal trauma with professional counselor Dr. Amelia Kelley, author of a new book on trauma recovery. 2023-10-0429 minThe Measure of Everyday LifePartnering with People with Intellectual and Developmental ChallengesPeople who face challenges from intellectual and developmental disabilities comprise important audiences for many public health communication efforts. What are the best ways to support and work with people in those audiences? On this episode, we talk with communication researchers Molly Lynch, Linda Squiers, and Sidney Holt of RTI International about their work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and CommunicateHealth to improve the ways we engage with people in a range of situations. 2023-09-2029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeFriendships and High School DropoutAs another school year starts in the United States, we have opportunities to support students who are considering dropping out of school. On this episode, we talk with Marie-Hélène Véronneau of the University of Quebec at Montreal about interpersonal factors which seem to help reduce high school dropout. 2023-09-1329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeDogs, People, and ScienceChances are that you or someone you know has a dog in the house. What do we know about the relationships between people and dogs? On this episode, we talk with authors of The Purest Bond: Understanding the Human-Canine Connection, Jen Goldbeck of the University of Maryland and science writer Stacey Colino. 2023-09-0629 min
Six CountDexter Moses, saxophonist, on the underappreciated influence of Don Byas (1913–1972) on swing and bebopDexter Moses is a saxophonist, composer, and educator in Durham. In addition to his own group, the Dexter Moses Quartet/Quintet, the musician has performed and recorded with Branford Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, Joey Calderazzo, and Nneena Freelon, among others.A double alumnus from North Carolina Central University (NCCU), Dexter holds a bachelor’s in jazz studies and master’s in jazz composition and arranging. On Wednesdays, he hosts Evening Jazz at WNCU 90.7 FM, the university’s jazz radio station, from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m.On this episode, Dexter shares about: the li...2023-09-0147 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeLoneliness and Social MediaSocial media may play a role in our collective loneliness but researchers now also are attempting to use social media tools to reduce loneliness. On this episode, we talk with two University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill professors, Barbara Frederickson and Allison Lazard, about their new work to improve mental health using new communication tools. 2023-08-3029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeArtificial Intelligence and PeopleA new generation of artificial intelligence applications have flooded many workplaces and smartphones. What types of relationships will people have with artificial intelligence technologies? On this episode, we talk about the human dimension of human-computer interaction with Dr. Roshni Raveendhran of the University of Virginia.2023-08-1629 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeEquity, Education, and ChildcareDaycare and early childhood education sites are more than vibrant places with children laughing and eating snacks. Such places also offer important opportunities to promote equity and justice. On this episode, we talk with Dr. Iheoma Iruka of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Along with three co-authors, she’s written a new book called We Are the Change We Seek: Advancing Racial Justice in Early Care and Education. 2023-08-0929 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeHow to Talk about Public Safety ReformIn recent years, protests and dialog have emerged regarding the roles police units should play in responding to public safety needs. On this episode, we talk with two people involved with producing a new documentary on public safety reform in Durham, NC: Dilsey Davis of RTI International’s Transformative Research Unit for Equity and Ryan Smith, Director of the Community Safety Department for the City of Durham.2023-08-0229 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeEvaluating with EquityPhrases such as “racial equity” and "social equity" have been prominent in recent years. How to evaluate social interventions with equity in mind has received less attention, though. On this episode, we talk with RTI International researchers Daniela Pineda and Brittany Wood about new guidance from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation.2023-07-0529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeSocial Norms and CorruptionWe know that social norms can influence many types of behavior. Can social norms predict corruption? On this episode, we talk with Lisa McGregor of RTI International, Richard Nash of the International Foundation for Electoral Systems, and Cheyanne Scharbatke-Church of Besa Global about their work to understand patterns of corruption around the world.2023-06-0729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeGiving Voice to Air and Water Quality ConcernsWe are fortunate to be able to breathe air and drink water. Everyone doesn’t enjoy the same air and water quality, though. How can we know whether what we consume is safe? What do people think about the air and water in their area? On this episode, we talk with Dr. Courtney Woods of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill about her work to elevate resident voices. 2023-05-2529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeParenting Practices and Child WellbeingThe last few years have been challenging for many families. How should we be raising children amidst a changing world? What can we learn from various contexts around the world? On this episode, we talk with Katherine King, director of early childhood development programs at RTI International. 2023-05-1729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeSocial Media as a Research ToolAny single social media post does not necessarily reflect public opinion, and yet researchers also have found creative ways to use social media tools to assist their work. On this episode, we talk with Stephanie McInnis and Jessica Sobolewski of RTI International about how they are using social media to answer key questions about public health. 2023-05-1029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeThe Future of Our ShorelinesRecently, news headlines have highlighted challenges that homeowners are facing as the Atlantic Ocean rises and changes the shape of our coastline. On this episode, we talk with Kiera O’Donnell of Duke University about the preferences that residents of coastal communities have expressed about future development. 2023-05-0329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeClimate Change and BaseballOver the course of a century, baseball has entertained fans throughout the United States and in various parts of the world. The experience today is not quite the same as it used to be, though. In this episode, we talk with Christopher Callahan of Dartmouth College, lead author of a new paper which looks at how climate change may already have affected the game of baseball. 2023-04-2629 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeStories of Police ReformIn recent years, our news headlines have spotlighted challenges in the relationships between local police departments and the communities they serve. On this episode, we talk with Neil Gross and Leon Nixon about their new audiobook, Walk the Walk: How Three Police Chiefs Defied the Odds and Changed Cop Culture. 2023-03-1529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeA History of PatriarchyAuthors sometimes can illuminate aspects of our everyday lives which we sometimes take for granted. Angela Saini does that with her new book, The Patriarchs: How Men Came to Rule. On this episode, she joins to discuss her historical analysis and assessment of our present condition. 2023-03-0829 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeSaving SnakesWe often hear about snakes as a symbol of ill intention in popular culture and yet that characterization is at odds with what conservation scientists understand to be the nature of the animals. On this episode, we talk with Nicolette Cagle of the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University. She is author of a new book called “Saving Snakes.”2023-03-0129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeBullying of Public Health WorkersPublic health workers have faced serious challenges recently, including not only emergent infectious diseases but also human behavior and harassment and complaints. On this episode, we talk with Timothy McCall and Aaron Alford of the National Association of County and City Health Officials about their recent national survey of public health professionals. 2023-02-2229 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeConserving HawaiiMany animals live on this same Earth as human beings and often can tell us about environmental changes or dangers if we only know how to listen and observe. On this episode, we talk with filmmaker and researcher Chris Johns of RTI International about why we should care about land snails in Hawaii. 2023-02-0129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeWar and Interpersonal ViolenceWar has been in our headlines again recently. What do we know about the effects of war on subsequent violence between family members and neighbors? On this episode, we talk with Jocelyn Kelly, Director of the Program on Gender, Rights, and Resilience at the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative.2023-01-2529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeStudent Perspectives on Health PolicyOn this episode, we hear from students at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill who worked with Professor Carmen Gutierrez to produce stories exploring current health policy issues. Content has been edited for time. Opinions expressed do not represent the views of WNCU or underwriters. 2023-01-1829 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeMeasuring StressThe arrival of a new year can be a stressful time both in terms of opportunities and challenges. What is stress and how do social scientists measure it? On this episode, we talk with anthropologist Achsah Dorsey of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, about stress and everyday life. 2023-01-1129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeBoys, Men, and InequalitiesJAMA Psychiatry recently reported that in the United States we have seen an increase in deaths of despair, instances in which people die from suicide or alcoholism or substance use. Boys and men are particularly likely to suffer in that way. On this episode, we talk with Richard Reeves of the Brookings Institution about his new book, Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male is Struggling, Why it Matters, and What to Do about It.2022-12-1429 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeEmotion and Communication about ScienceEvery day government officials and researchers and journalists attempt to explain new developments in science or to share insights based on science. Even though that work often involves empirical facts, we sometimes overlook the roles of human emotion. On this episode, we talk with Faith Kearns, environmental science expert and author of Getting to the Heart of Science Communication: A Guide to Engagement. [Technical note: episode includes minor audio inconsistencies.]2022-12-0729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeNear-death ExperiencesA force that animates all of our lives in some way is the concept of death. What if we had more certainty about what happens when we die? What if a preview of death could inform our life? On this episode, we talk with Marieta Pehlivanova of the University of Virginia about her research on near-death experiences.2022-11-2329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeReframing Traffic SafetyHeadlines about traffic accidents are common, but those stories might not tell the whole story. On this episode, we talk with Seth LaJeunesse of the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center about how we do -- and should -- talk about traffic injuries and transportation safety.2022-11-0229 min
WNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedEpisode 5: Sports on the move in Durham – PodcastNCCU Director of Athletics Dr. Louis “Skip” Perkins joins host Shimei Cook for a discussion of the history of sports at Central, and... 2022-10-2400 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeSchool Neighborhoods and Student OutcomesCan you tell how well children in a neighborhood are doing just by looking at the neighborhood? On this episode, we talk with Terri Sabol of Northwestern University about the health of school neighborhoods and how geography, education, and student success are related. 2022-10-1229 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedThe Measure of Everyday Life – Podcast 9/25/22Sundays at 6:30 p.m. “The Measure of Everyday Life” is a weekly interview program hosted by Dr. Brian Southwell featuring social science researchers... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedMastering Your Money – Podcast 9/25/22Sundays at 6 p.m. Mastering Your Money hosted by Ed Fulbright seeks our local and national resources to help educate people about money... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedLegal Eagle Review – Podcast 9/25/22Sundays at 7 p.m. The Legal Eagle Review is an informative and thought-provoking weekly show covering legal issues affecting everyday people. Irving Joyner and April Dawson, law... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedThe Measure of Everyday Life – Podcast 9/18/22Sundays at 6:30 p.m. “The Measure of Everyday Life” is a weekly interview program hosted by Dr. Brian Southwell featuring social science researchers... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedMastering Your Money – Podcast 9/18/22Sundays at 6 p.m. Mastering Your Money hosted by Ed Fulbright seeks our local and national resources to help educate people about money... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedLegal Eagle Review – Podcast 9/18/22Sundays at 7 p.m. The Legal Eagle Review is an informative and thought-provoking weekly show covering legal issues affecting everyday people. Irving Joyner and April Dawson, law... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedThe Measure of Everyday Life – Podcast 9/11/22Sundays at 6:30 p.m. “The Measure of Everyday Life” is a weekly interview program hosted by Dr. Brian Southwell featuring social science researchers... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedThe Measure of Everyday Life – Podcast 9/4/22Sundays at 6:30 p.m. “The Measure of Everyday Life” is a weekly interview program hosted by Dr. Brian Southwell featuring social science researchers... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedMastering Your Money – Podcast 9/11/22Sundays at 6 p.m. Mastering Your Money hosted by Ed Fulbright seeks our local and national resources to help educate people about money... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedLegal Eagle Review – Podcast 9/11/22Sundays at 7 p.m. The Legal Eagle Review is an informative and thought-provoking weekly show covering legal issues affecting everyday people. Irving Joyner and April Dawson, law... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedMastering Your Money – Podcast 9/4/22Sundays at 6 p.m. Mastering Your Money hosted by Ed Fulbright seeks our local and national resources to help educate people about money... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedLegal Eagle Review – Podcast 9/4/22Sundays at 7 p.m. The Legal Eagle Review is an informative and thought-provoking weekly show covering legal issues affecting everyday people. Irving Joyner and April Dawson, law... 2022-10-0400 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedEpisode 4: Culture and Film Preserved – PodcastProducer and intern Iyana Addison has been looking into the history of the Hayti Heritage Center, and the annual film festival it holds.... 2022-09-2800 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeSpecial Celebration EpisodeWe take a break from our usual interviews on this episode to share speeches from a celebration of The Measure of Everyday Life and a new book based on the show, Measuring Everyday Life, held at North Carolina Central University in September 2022. 2022-09-2830 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeEngaging People with ScienceMore than ever, we need to connect scientists and various audiences to promote understanding of science and to get input from people about what science should be done. On this episode, we talk with John Besley of Michigan State University and Anthony Dudo of the University of Texas at Austin, authors of a book called Strategic Science Communication: A Guide to Setting the Right Objectives for More Effective Public Engagement.2022-09-2129 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedEpisode 3: The College Experience in Durham Pt. 2 – PodcastShimei Cook hosts and co-produces this episode about the state of college life for students who were in college during the start of... 2022-09-1900 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeThe Arts and Our BrainsWe sometimes look to the arts as an outlet for enjoyment but the arts also can affect our social interactions, our future imagination, and perhaps even how we learn. On this episode, we talk with Susan Magsamen, Executive Director of the International Arts + Minds Lab at Johns Hopkins University.2022-09-1429 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedEpisode 2: The College Experience in Durham Pt. 1 – PodcastShimei Cook hosts and co-produces this episode about the state of college life for students who were in college during the start of... 2022-09-1300 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedEpisode 1: The State of Small Businesses in Durham – PodcastShanya Hayes hosts, reports and produces this episode about the state of small businesses in Durham. She shares stories from her own experiences,... 2022-09-1300 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedPreview: Subject to Change – PodcastSubject to Change is a podcast and radio broadcast exploring the state of life in Durham after years of COVID-19 lockdowns and a... 2022-09-0100 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeA History of Historically Black Colleges and UniversitiesIn 1965, the United States Congress officially recognized Historically Black Colleges or Universities as schools of higher learning, but the history of HBCUs extends all the way back to the 1830s. On this episode, we talk with Dr. Jelani Favors of North Carolina A&T State University, author of the award-winning Shelter in a Time of Storm: How Black Colleges Fostered Generations of Leadership and Activism.2022-08-3129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeFood Insecurity on College CampusesEvery fall in the U.S., students across the country head off to college. What you might not know is that some of them aren’t sure if they are going to have enough to eat when they are there. On this episode, we talk with two people trying to address that: Katharine Broton of the University of Iowa and Kathleen O’Neill of Bunker Hill Community College in Boston.2022-08-1729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeThe Long-Terms Effects of Good TeachingCan you remember a teacher who affected your life? As many students return to school in the U.S., we know teachers can have important effects. How exactly does good teaching make a difference? On this episode, we talk with Julie Schmidt Hasson of Appalachian State University, author of Safe, Seen, and Stretched in the Classroom: The Remarkable Ways Teachers Shape Students’ Lives.2022-08-1029 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeFarming and RaceWith the increase in food prices in recent years, farming has been in the news and farming continues to be challenging work. In the U.S., various organizations have sought to support young farmers in their work. On this episode, we talk about that history with Dr. Antoine Alston of North Carolina A&T State University, co-author of the new book, The Legacy of The New Farmers of America. 2022-06-2929 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeFace Time and EmotionWhen we talk with people who aren't in the same room as us, we often are not limited to phone calls or written correspondence anymore. What difference does it make to see someone’s facial expressions when interacting with them? On this episode, we talk with Lisa Feldman Barrett, Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, about what facial expressions can and can't tell us. 2022-06-1529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeActing as a TeamWe often refer to teams and teamwork, both as an explanation for success and as a worrying force as we consider polarization in society. On this episode, we talk with Don Forsyth, a psychology professor at the University of Richmond who has sought to understand group dynamics.2022-06-0829 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeManaging Group DiscussionEvery day, many of us have conversations with small groups of people. Sometimes that now happens via videoconference or group chat. A lot happens when groups try to talk, though, that you might not realize. On this episode, we talk with conversation researcher Tanya Stivers of the University of California, Los Angeles, about group interaction successes and challenges.2022-05-2529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifePhilanthropy as a Bet on the FuturePhilanthropy is sometimes cited as a force for good in the 21st century. People have donated money for societal gain for hundreds of years, though, and we can learn lessons from the successes and failures of past investments. On this episode, we talk with Michael Meyer of the University of Pittsburgh about his book, Benjamin Franklin’s Last Bet: The Favorite Founder’s Divisive Death, Enduring Afterlife, and Blueprint for American Prosperity.2022-05-1829 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeHomelessness and HousingThe real estate market in the U.S. has been in the headlines recently. What might that have to do with the challenge of homelessness? On this episode, we talk with Gregg Colburn, faculty member at the University of Washington and co-author of a new book called Homelessness is a Housing Problem.2022-05-1129 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeToxic WorkplacesChances are that if you have earned a paycheck you have had at least one day negatively affected by the behavior of a co-worker, supervisor, or employee. What do organizational psychologists say about the challenges of problematic employees? On this episode, we talk with book author Dr. Mitchell Kusy, corporate psychologist at Antioch University and consultant for The Healthy Workforce Institute. 2022-04-2729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeMaking Sense of Social MediaWhen historians consider this moment through which we are all living, what might they say about social media? On this episode, we talk about the roles social media are playing in the lives of teenagers and young adults today with content creator Lydia Keating of Boston University and Jacqueline Nesi, psychiatry and human behavior professor at Brown University. 2022-04-0629 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeWorking from HomeOne experience that many of us have had during the pandemic is working from home. What has been the effect of that on our interactions with colleagues? On this episode, we talk with Rory McGloin of the University of Connecticut about his research on this topic.2022-03-2329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeLaughter and Social ConnectionWhy do we laugh? What is the point? On this episode, we discuss laughter as a source of joy and as a tool for connecting people with Adrienne Wood, a psychology professor and laughter researcher at the University of Virginia.2022-03-1629 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeExercise and Our BrainsWhat good might exercise do for our brain? You may have experienced a sense of relief in the short-term after working out. Exercise also can have important long-term effects on our brains. On this episode, we talk with Jennifer Heisz of McMaster University, author of Move the Body, Heal the Mind: Overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Dementia and Improve Focus, Creativity, and Sleep.2022-03-0929 min
The Measure of Everyday LifeConfidence and Human PerformanceWhether you are an Olympic athlete or a teenager learning to drive, confidence can play a key role in your performance. What exactly is confidence and what role can it play in our lives? On this episode, we talk with Dr. Nate Zinsser of the United States Military Academy, advisor to professional sports teams and other organizations and author of The Confident Mind: A Battle-Tested Guide to Unshakable Performance.2022-02-2329 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeUnderstanding MoneyNews headlines often refer to financial concepts such as inflation. Even though many of us spend money almost every week, exactly what money is and how it gets distributed around the world isn’t always clear, though. On this episode, we talk with authors of a new book called Crowdfunding and the Democratization of Finance: sociologist Mark Davis of the University of Leeds and Bruce Davis of Abundance Investment. 2022-02-0929 min
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/purposeu/message2022-02-0959 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeBeyond HumanityWith new technologies, it is now possible to alter a human being into something different than they were. As a result, we are facing new ethical and philosophical challenges. Stefan Sorgner, professor at John Cabot University in Italy, does not think the questions we are facing are all that new. We talk with him on this episode about his new book, We Have Always Been Cyborgs. 2022-02-0229 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeSinging Together to Build CommunityHuman beings find inspiration in making music together. The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged our ability to gather but people have still found ways to sing together. What can we learn from our history of communal singing as we face a difficult present and future? On this episode, we talk with Esther Morgan-Ellis, Associate Professor of Music History and orchestra director at the University of North Georgia.2022-01-2629 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeMusic for Stress ReliefAs we begin a new year, many of us have faced stress and are searching for ways to cope. One source of relief is an old one: namely, music. Researchers now are learning to use music to manage stress. On this episode, we talk with Jennifer Fiore, a music therapy professor at Western Michigan University.2022-01-1229 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeAddiction Treatment Using TelehealthThe COVID-19 pandemic has forced many addiction treatment providers to change from delivering most treatment in person to delivering treatment via telehealth. What can we learn from that experience? On this episode, we talk with Tami Mark, a health economist at RTI International, about using telehealth tools to treat addiction.2021-12-2229 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeMeasuring COVIDOne constant during our last two years has been change as we have seen incidence numbers for COVID-19 rise and fall and rise. How do we know that we have the data we need to make sense of the world around us? How should we organize that data? On this episode, we talk with Kody Kinsley, Chief Deputy Secretary for Health for North Carolina (at the time of the episode), about measuring COVID-19. 2021-12-1529 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeThe Science of SleepThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of sleepless nights and the experience has put a spotlight on this routine part of our everyday life. On this episode, we talk with Rebecca Robbins of Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital about her work on optimizing sleep. 2021-12-0829 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeRecent American Drinking PatternsThe COVID-19 has exacerbated all sorts of public health challenges in the US and around the world. Aside from the direct effects of infectious disease, something that has worried public health officials has been the possibility for increased alcohol use during this difficult time. On this episode, we talk with Carolina Barbosa and Bill Dowd of RTI International about recent American drinking patterns. 2021-11-2429 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeMissing Data on Pandemic DeathsWe are just now starting to understand how geography has mattered in understanding COVID-19 mortality. On this episode, we talk about local patterns of COVID-19 deaths with two researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Alexis Dennis and Jaclyn Karasik.2021-11-1729 minThe Measure of Everyday LifeProtecting Our SchoolsSchool Resource Officers work in schools across the U.S. now, but their placement has led to some controversy. To what extent does having SROs in place reduce violence and crime in schools? To what extent might such placement lead to undesirable consequences? On this episode, we talk with Lucy Sorensen of the University at Albany of the State University of New York. 2021-11-0329 min
Behind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastMisinformation, Conspiracy Theories, and COVID: A ReckoningIt’s a brave new world people! There has been an extraordinary and historic change in the way society interacts with information. With the COVID pandemic raging misinformation and conspiracy theories have taken off like wildfire. But why? And what can we as providers do about it? Join Drs. Patrick Georgoff and Brian Southwell for this timely discussion.
Dr. Southwell is Senior Director of the Science in the Public Sphere Program at the RTI International’s Center for Communication Science. He is also Adjunct Professor at Duke University and Adjunct Associate Professor in Health Behavior at the University of North Caro...2021-10-2138 minWNCU 90.7 FM Jazz Radio » Podcast FeedSarah VaughnPossessor of one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century, Sarah Vaughan ranked with Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday in the... 2021-03-0304 min
Firewalls Don't Stop Dragons PodcastHacked: A Clearer View of ClearviewA few weeks ago, the New York Times published a bombshell article about a small startup called Clearview AI who was using a massive database of three billion faces scraped from several social media sites to offer a creepy facial recognition app. Just one snapshot of some stranger's face could immediately identify that person - not just name, but potential location, age, other images, social media pages, and even a list of friends and family. Clearview claimed to only sell this service to law enforcement agencies, mostly in the US and Canada. However, this week Buzzfeed News obtained the company's...2020-03-0248 min