Episode 145: Suicide and Black America
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people in America. And black youth in particular face increasing suicide rates and challenges in accessing mental health services. Scholar and ad...
30 Aug 201820min
Episode 144: Paid to Care
An unexpected surgery can cost a worker thousands in medical bills. And in states without paid family and medical leave, they also have to go without a paycheck while recovering. Professors Randy Albe...
23 Aug 201822min
Episode 143: Trusting the Science
Knowledge is power. Or at least that's how the saying goes — but when it comes to climate change and its causes, that knowledge hasn't translated into action. Postdoctoral Fellow Matthew Motta discuss...
16 Aug 201820min
Episode 142: Nowhere to Live
Having a warm and comfortable home is important for health and well-being. But with rising rent prices and growing inequality, it can be tough – if not impossible – to find a place to live. Professors...
9 Aug 201828min
Episode 141: Muslims in America
Since 9/11, fears about extremism have shaped the public's view of Islam. And American policies often reflect these fears, zeroing in on Muslims and Muslim-Americans in the name of national security. ...
2 Aug 201819min
Episode 140: A Bank for Everyone
In April 2018, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced legislation to make basic banking services, like loans and check cashing, available at every branch of the United States Postal Service. Professor ...
26 Jul 201820min
Episode 139: Investing in Families
A college degree can make a huge difference for parents and their kids. But if you've got an eight-year-old to support and a low-paying job, it's next to impossible to pay for both tuition and childca...
19 Jul 201827min
Episode 138: Black Men's Work
Lawyers, doctors, engineers, and bankers are among America's most respected professionals, and most are middle-aged white men. So what are the experiences of black men who join their ranks? Adia Harve...
12 Jul 201822min
