Central Time

Central Time

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Central Time episodes

  • Evaluating evidence, Gun violence in cities
    A law professor shares his latest book on how to better use reason to evaluate evidence we're presented with in life. Then, we explore the causes and potential solutions for gun violence with the help of a criminology professor.
    46 min
  • History of postcards, Finding purpose in later life
    Long before online social media, postcards let people swap notes and jokes. We look back at the history of postcards and why they became so popular at their peak. We also talk with an author about finding renewed purpose in life after we accomplish milestones like raising a family and having a successful job.
    45 min
  • Finding purpose in later life, Navigating America as an immigrant
    Once we hit certain milestones like raising kids or having a successful career, it can be tough to figure out what's next. We talk about how to find renewed purpose in later life. We also chat with an author about growing up as an immigrant in America and using humor to cope with encountering racism.
    45 min
  • Navigating America as an immigrant, History of postcards
    Long before online social media, postcards let people swap notes and jokes. We look back at the history of postcards and why they became so popular at their peak. We also talk with an author about growing up as an immigrant in America and using humor to cope with encountering racism.
    45 min
  • Reducing food waste, Reforming gun laws
    This week's edition of Food Friday looks at ways to use our extra ingredients to reduce food waste. Then, we talk to a law professor about the potential for changes to gun laws after the most recent shootings in the U.S.
    45 min

About Central Time

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Hosted by Rob Ferrett, "Central Time" takes a unique approach to cover a variety of topics. Executive producer Dean Knetter and producers Tim Peterson, Colleen Leahy, Lorin Cox, Beatrice Lawrence, and…