On The Afterword, we are beginning a new theme focused around safety. Our expert guests help kick off this theme with a conversation about personal and social identity. How do we develop ideas of who we are and what are the barriers to that journey? Who are our allies and …
Why water is vital to human flourishing. What would you do if you did not have access to clean water? Water is vital for all aspects of our communities! Mark Smith and Emerald Clark share the essential elements and stories surrounding water. This episode was the most downloaded of 2021. If you missed …
How do conspiracy theories gain traction and become part of our culture? Rumors, folklore and urban legends often form the foundation of conspiracy theories. How do these stories reproduce and develop a lifespan? Why are do some disappear quickly and others linger for decades? Our conversation with Sarah Guggemos and Dr. Geoffrey Dancy with …
How is globalization affecting youth culture in the developing world? 26% of the world’s population is under the age of 15. Growing countries are young countries. Tomorrow’s world will be run by today’s youth living in developing countries. How are global barriers being reduced through technology and youth -ed development? …
What supports help multi-generational families navigate gaps in our culture? Parenting is challenging. It grows more complicated when it crosses a generational gap. New technology , societal bias, and legal systems often compound the difficulties these families experience. Michelle Anderson of the Appalachian Council of Governments and Pam Meeker-Stolz from Alliance of Relative …