Inquiries of Mysteries Somewhat?

Inquiries of Mysteries Somewhat?

By Carmen and BosleySociety & CultureHistory
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Inquiries of Mysteries Somewhat? episodes

  • Is work life balance back in vogue?

    Change is in the air at most workplaces around the world. At the same time, most companies are struggling to find employees while potential employees are not very interested in taking these jobs. This new and very fluid situation has piqued Carmen and Bosley's curiosity. They will explore the history of work and how society's relationship with work has evolved. While, discussing the younger generation's options on work and how the pandemic has changed society's idea of work-life balance.

    24 min
  • Why names are important?

    Everyday, we pick and chose businesses to interact with for a multitude of services. Carmen and Bosely is interested in understanding why we chose one business over another when we know nothing about either business. This question leads to another question: Once found, how does a person determine if the business is right for them to use?

    23 min
  • How to prove intelligence?

    Carmen and Bosley would like to figure out who's intelligence reign supreme. First step, figure out the best way to measure intelligence. An according to most people the best way to do that is with an IQ test. But instead of taking an IQ test, your host would prefer to discuss its history, how it has change over the years, and if it useful as an intelligence measurement device.

    20 min
  • What material should I use for transporting my things?
    Earth Day might have past, however it doesn't mean Carmen and Bosely are not interested in analyzing environmental issues. Single use plastic play a key role in most people's lives. The determine how you shop, what you consume, and most importantly how you dispose of an item.

    Now, it is time to understand how this noble environmental act led the world in the opposite direction. While focusing on how we can change the current predicament.

    30 min
  • Who's influencing you?
    Founded over 80 years ago, the Ad Council has created some of the most memorable slogans in American advertising history. Listen in as Bosley and Carmen explore the history of this influential juggernaut while providing their thoughts on what the future might hold for the Ad Council.

    Mediaweek-2002-06-10.pdf (worldradiohistory.com)

    18 min
  • Carmen's Musing #3
    Carmen is back with a new subject to ponder.

    Many college grads from the Great Recession are still trying to catch up (cnn.com)

    2008 was a terrible year to graduate college - Vox

    Recession Pushes Up Law School Applications and Interest in Graduate Studies - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

    Historical Rates - Finaid

    How Does Student Loan Interest Work? - Savingforcollege.com

    Learn About the History of Student Loans in the United States (savingforcollege.com)

    Adam Ruins Everything - How College Loans Got So Evil | truTV

    29 min
  • Why rent keep escalating?

    Carmen is now a homeowner. However, she still has some unfinish buisness with the rental market and has asked Bosely to join her to figure out the who, what, when, and how on yearly rent increase. At the sametime, they will try to figure out if it is possible to get rid of this systemic feature which was built into the rental market.

    25 min
  • Are career politicians popular?

    The average American claims they would prefer term limits on politicians. However, voting record shows most American are not just ok with career politicians they prefer career politicians. Bosley and Carmen are dig deep to understand why this contradiction exist. At the same time, they will dive into why politicians have a hard time voting for minimum wage increases and other social economic programs.

    21 min
  • Why do we need calendars?

    Carmen and Bosley are interested in figure out what make a calendar and why are they important. They will discuss the history of the calendar along with discussing other specialty calendars.

    21 min

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Are you tired of listening to the same topics and the same discussion points? If so then this is the podcast for you, join Carmen and Bosley as they engage in a free-flowing discussion over a range of…