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A special collection of Signature Stories that looks at life and culture in Nebraska through history, literature, religion, and art. This feed is updated continuously.... more
FAQs about Humanities Desk:How many episodes does Humanities Desk have?The podcast currently has 948 episodes available.
March 20, 2023With no night service, LNK public transit riders missing outPeople who use public transportation in Lincoln aren’t able to get rides after 7 p.m.. The change took effect on Aug. 18, 2022. The lack of evening rides affect all people who use public transit in Nebraska’s capital city. However, that especially interferes with the independence of people with disabilities....more5minPlay
March 09, 2023Turkey earthquake tragedy brought home for this Lincoln manThe grief and heartache caused by two major earthquakes in Turkey and Syria hasn’t stopped at their borders. The tragedy has killed at least 50,000 people and has left millions of survivors homeless in the two nations. But, its impact is felt all over the world. One Lincoln man was personally affected....more5minPlay
March 06, 2023Nebraska mosque helps with earthquake recoveryA Nebraska mosque is trying to help with recovery from two major earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria in February....more1minPlay
March 01, 2023Participation in girls basketball is declining, creating challenAmid statewide low participation, even finishing a full season has become a win. With only eight players, the Nebraska City Lady Pioneers are pushing through....more5minPlay
February 27, 2023Rural transit can be a ‘godsend’ for residents who can’t driveRural America is not known for its public transportation. But as its residents get older faster than their urban counterparts, the need is increasing. Some communities are finding ways to provide rides....more5minPlay
February 22, 2023Tiny saddles and lil' lassos: Inside youth rodeo in KansasAs small town populations decline, people in places like western Kansas look for ways to keep their rural farming and ranching lifestyle alive for the next generation. Some families think youth rodeo might be part of the answer....more5minPlay
February 16, 2023Prosecutors say Laurel woman pushed husband to quadruple murderCarrie Jones appeared in court Wednesday as a suspect in the Laurel quadruple murder case. Prosecutors accuse her of encouraging her husband to kill a man whom she said was sexually harassing her, setting off three other killings....more2minPlay
February 15, 2023UNO Criminologist Speaks on the State of Policing in AmericaWith the murder of Tyre Nichols last month, the national conversation has once again turned to police brutality and how to best prevent it. Nebraska Public Media's William Padmore speaks with University of Nebraska at Omaha Criminology and Criminal Justice Professor Justin Nix about state of policing in America today....more5minPlay
February 13, 2023Rural towns leave parents without child care optionsThe child care gap across the country is more than 30%, meaning the need for quality child care far outweighs the supply — and it's worse in rural areas....more4minPlay
February 08, 2023Geography & jobs largely determines small town growthDeciding where to live, work and raise a family are some of the most important decisions people make in their lives. Here are the most important factors that draw people to Nebraska’s mid-sized cities....more5minPlay
FAQs about Humanities Desk:How many episodes does Humanities Desk have?The podcast currently has 948 episodes available.