Although achieving a fulfilling and happy retirement is a goal for many, the economic systems in place for achieving it may seem daunting. How can the system be fixed? On this episode, Dr. Martin Neil Baily discussed his book, The Retirement Challenge.

Phosphorous is one of the most essential elements for life on earth, but it is not an element with an unlimited supply. Overuse of fertilizers containing phosphorous also has led to unintended environmental consequences. On this episode, Dan Egan discussed his new book, The Devils Element.

Economics is often presented in a manner that obfuscates the meaning of its pronouncements. How can economics be better understood? On this episode, Howard Yaruss discussed his book, Understandable Economics.

For those living with a physical disability, the major challenges more often arise from confronting and overcoming personal and institutional biases. On this episode, Dr. Brooks Ellison discussed the lessons learned from her life, as detailed in her new book, Look Both Ways.

Technological advances have brought to light the growing rivalry between the U.S. and China. How will this rivalry define the future going forward? On this episode, Carl Delfeld discussed his book, Power Rivals.

Rapid technological changes are altering the way that organizations innovate. How can facilitating group creativity help? On this episode, Dr. Steven Kowalski discussed his book, Creative Together.

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be taxing on many fronts, but the psychological and mental health aspects are often not effectively addressed. On this episode, Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett discussed her book, The Path to Soul Immunity.

The age of outcomes based learning has severely undermined the broad education afforded by the liberal arts. How can Shakespeare survive in the age of the algorithm? On this episode, Dr. Gayle Greene discussed her book, Immeasurable Outcomes.

Koalas are an amazing species found across Australia, but their natural history and uncertain future remain largely unknown to most. On this episode, Dr. Danielle Clode discussed her new book, Koala.

The decision by the Supreme Court in the Dobbs decision has turned back the clock. But, the history of the fight for reproductive rights and justice has often been a local one. On this episode, Dr. Felicia Kornbluh discussed her book, A Womans Life is a Human Life.