Humanities Radio

The Great Salt Lake is 11-thousand years old. The lake is a huge part of our lives on the Wasatch front and it’s in trouble. We know the lake exists but do we really care about it? Low water levels are having devastating effects on wildlife and the air we breathe. Jolene Croasmun looks at what is happening to the lake and how we can save it.

Women's soccer players at the University of Utah spend an incredible amount of time preparing for each game. John Leone takes us to the field.

Studying abroad can be exciting, but for many Korean students, language isn’t just a barrier—it’s a daily battle. The University of Utah’s Jeein Lee brings us stories from students facing academic English head-on.

What would you do if your job was slowly draining your health? If you work the night shift, that could be your reality. Jacob Done has the story.

The world’s game is preparing to take over the United States for the next two summers. Jack Lyman is here to preview the FIFA Club World Cup and FIFA World Cup.

Salt Lake’s Independent bookstores provide a sense of community. Hailey Edmonds takes a closer look at these bookstores and how they engage Salt Lake City in reading.

Caitlin Clark set the record for the highest sale of a woman’s sports card on March 29. This marks a significant moment in the history of women’s sports cards. Reporter Graham Jones takes us back to the beginning of that journey.

What is known as the “third place,” a place for social activity that isn’t work or home, is slowly disappearing since the pandemic. Georgia Metcalf explains.

The Great Salt Lake inspires art that gives communities across Utah a way to show strength, raise awareness, and foster understanding, creating deeper connections. Emma Ratkovic explores how art becomes a powerful force for compassion and change through the voices of local artists.

Fans don't see the pressure experienced by athletes in competition. Elias Petersen explores the effects in the world of gymnastics.