This isn't your average therapy session.

Abby is joined by Music Therapist and Founder of Oak Song Music Therapy Amy Standridge for a lesson on the impact music therapy can have on one's mind!

Amy discusses the foundations of music therapy and gives a look at what listeners could experience in a session. She provides an overview of the different conditions music therapy is used to treat and explains the benefits of the practice. Later, Amy discusses the ways music impacts and affects our brains.

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It's turkey time!

This holiday season, Abby is joined by three special guests to help bring Thanksgiving cheer to the classroom.

Voices heard in this episode:

John G. Turner, Historian and author of They Knew They Were Pilgrims

Jordan Dabby, Producer of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Chef David Burke, Award-winning Chef, and former Iron Chef contestant

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What's your sign?

Abby is joined by the AstroTwins, Ophira and Tali Edut for a lesson about astrological birth charts!

Ophira and Tali explain the components of birth charts and discuss how the date, time, and location of your birth can reveal a lot about the person you become. They explain how listeners can interpret their own charts and what each component means.

Plus, they share their astrological predictions for 2024!

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We're channeling the spirit realm in this episode!

Abby is joined by South Carolina-based Psychic Medium Carol Cottrell for a lesson about how mediums and spirits communicate!

Carol tells the story of how she realized she had a talent for spirit communication at a young age and shares how she's able to balance her gift with her religious beliefs. She explains the difference between mediums and psychics and sheds light on how her practice works. Later, Carol debunks some common myths and misconceptions and shares how communicating with spirits can be a positive experience.

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Sam Bankman-Fried was on cloud 9, CEO of a successful cryptocurrency company and living lavishly in the Caribbean...until December of 2022, when he was arrested in the Bahamas for lying to investors and committing fraud.

FOX Business Correspondent and Host of The Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried podcast, Kelly O'Grady joins Abby in the classroom for a lesson on the former CEO & Founder of FTX, Sam Bankman-Fried.

Kelly provides insight on the trial and what prosecution witness testimonies have revealed thus far about SBF and his co-conspirators. Plus, Kelly reveals what to expect in the upcoming weeks as we approach the end of the trial.

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The entertainment industry's summer of strikes appears to be extending into the fall…

Abby is joined by Media and Entertainment Reporter with the Wall Street Journal Joe Flint for a lesson about the SAG-AFTRA strike.

Joe outline some of the basics behind the strike, such as the members that make up SAG-AFTRA, and the demands being made by Hollywood actors. He discusses how the current strike is related to the Hollywood Writers' strike from the summer and provides his predictions on when audiences will begin to feel the lack of content.

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What do our bodies say that our voices don't?

Abby is joined by Human Behavior Expert and Trial Consultant Susan Constantine for a lesson about how to read body language!

Susan defines body language and breaks down how she analyzes a person's voice, words, and gestures within her job. She debunks common myths and misconceptions when it comes to reading nonverbal cues and teaches listeners what they should look for when trying to determine someone's motivations. Later, Susan shares some of her analysis on high-profile trials and cases.

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What's on your mind?

Abby is joined by Associate Professor of Psychology at the College of William & Mary Dr. Peter Vishton for a lesson about the subconscious mind!

Dr. Vishton breaks down the differences between the conscious & subconscious mind and explains their functions and how they control our everyday thoughts and behaviors. He walks listeners through several famous psychological experiments and discusses what they revealed about our decision-making process.

Later, Dr. Vishton explains the ways in which we can consciously influence our thoughts through our actions.

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School is back in session!

Abby is joined by the Director of the Center for Educational Freedom at the Cato Institute, Neal McCluskey for a lesson about school choice.

Neal begins by giving a history lesson about the education system in the United States and discusses the factors that have influenced the conversation about school choice, such as academics, religion, and parental control. He explains the different types of school choice available to parents and provides examples of states that have adopted these policies. Later, Neal breaks down the arguments against school choice and discusses how it can benefit students and families alike.

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What do a fashion company, a rapper, and a former president have in common? Well, this week’s lesson answers that question.

Abby is joined by Managing Partner at Grell Feist PLC and Adjust Professor at the University of Minnesota Law School Jeff Grell for a lesson about the RICO Act!

Jeff explains the history behind the formation of the RICO Act and discusses the various elements behind a RICO claim. He breaks down the different punishments one can face if found guilty of violating RICO and explains what can make these cases difficult to prosecute. Later, Jeff analyzes prominent RICO cases, including former President Trump, Young Thug, and SHEIN.

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