The Limits Of Political Correctness
February 17, 2015While defenders of political correctness say it makes discussions more productive, its critics argue just the opposite. We’ll talk this hour about the pros and cons of PC culture.
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The Ideal Office
February 17, 2015Even if we all have the same BORGSJÖ desk from Ikea, there are small changes you can make to increase productivity at work. We’ll talk with the author of “The Best Place to Work” to figure out how to make the most of our working hours.
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Grading Our Schools
February 16, 2015Who should be held responsible if students under-perform? We’ll talk about school accountability with William McKenzie, editorial director of the Bush Institute.
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The Italian Influence On America
February 16, 2015This hour, we’ll talk with the producer of a PBS series about how Italian-Americans have driven and changed American culture since the 19th century.
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The Power of Stagger Lee
February 12, 2015It’s rare for a musical to be completely produced in North Texas, but Dallas Theater Center has done just that with “Stagger Lee.” This hour, we’ll talk to creator Will Power about his adaptation of the legendary character.
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Introverts In Love
February 12, 2015This hour, we’ll talk about how a shy suitor can woo a mate with Sophia Dembling, author of “Introverts in Love: The Quiet Way to Happily Ever After.”
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The Hairy Truth
February 11, 2015We’ll talk this hour with historian Rebecca Herzig on the history of hair removal and its impact on modern culture.
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Caring For The Minds Of Vets
February 10, 2015We’ll talk to Howard and Jean Somers, who’ve made it their mission to increase access to mental healthcare for veterans after the suicide of their son, Daniel.
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Singing A Sultry Tune
February 10, 2015From sonnets to T-Swift, love songs have brought couples together and addressed the pain that sometimes comes with courtship. We’ll talk with music historian Ted Gioia about how these tunes have changed our culture.
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Anxiety And The Brain
February 9, 2015We’ll talk about anxiety and current treatment options with Scott Stossel, author of “My Age of Anxiety: Fear, Hope, Dread, and the Search for Peace of Mind.”
