Unnamed Sources (18:33)

Dr. Anthony Fargo is an associate professor at Indiana University and founding director of the Center for International Media Law and Policy Studies. Professor Fargo focuses on legal issues raised by newsgathering practices and techniques, specifically issues raised by the relationships between reporters and sources. Leaks and unnamed sources have been in the news lately and seem to continue to become more common. How can we know what to make of these news articles? Dr. Fargo explains.

Makena Bauss - Nap Clubs (44:22)

Research shows that the many teenagers are not getting enough sleep, which can lead to a variety of health and academic issues. Educators and administrators are now coming up with some creative solutions including Nap clubs, where students meet and rest quietly. Some see it as coddling the next generation but the science says it may be a good idea.

Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies (1:05:39)

Kathy Kolbe is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts. She has done the brain research to prove the relevance of her Kolbe Theory of Conation to individual and organizational success. Kolbe was the first person to connect conative behavior to instinctive drives, which she postulated as the source of the patterns of mental energy commonly known as a person’s MO. Kathy, along with her daughter Amy Bruske, wrote the book BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies. Whether it’s a farm, a bakery, or “olive oil importing” getting involved in a family business can be dangerous. How do you navigate the tricky world of business when personal relationships are on the line? 

Liana Tan - Bad Dates (1:33:25)

Dating can be difficult. We've all had those moments where we're sitting across from a date wondering how our social circles got to be so strange... or those moments where we can almost feel the dreams of a stable, semi-normal relationship slipping through our fingers. Today one of our producers, Liana T

Unnamed Sources (18:33)

Dr. Anthony Fargo is an associate professor at Indiana University and founding director of the Center for International Media Law and Policy Studies. Professor Fargo focuses on legal issues raised by newsgathering practices and techniques, specifically issues raised by the relationships between reporters and sources. Leaks and unnamed sources have been in the news lately and seem to continue to become more common. How can we know what to make of these news articles? Dr. Fargo explains.

 

Makena Bauss - Nap Clubs (44:22)

Research shows that the many teenagers are not getting enough sleep, which can lead to a variety of health and academic issues. Educators and administrators are now coming up with some creative solutions including Nap clubs, where students meet and rest quietly. Some see it as coddling the next generation but the science says it may be a good idea.

 

Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies (1:05:39)

Kathy Kolbe is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts. She has done the brain research to prove the relevance of her Kolbe Theory of Conation to individual and organizational success. Kolbe was the first person to connect conative behavior to instinctive drives, which she postulated as the source of the patterns of mental energy commonly known as a person’s MO. Kathy, along with her daughter Amy Bruske, wrote the book BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies. Whether it’s a farm, a bakery, or “olive oil importing” getting involved in a family business can be dangerous. How do you navigate the tricky world of business when personal relationships are on the line? 

 

Liana Tan - Bad Dates (1:33:25)

Dating can be difficult. We've all had those moments where we're sitting across from a date wondering how our social circles got to be so strange... or those moments where we can almost feel the dreams of a stable, semi-normal relationship slipping through our fingers. Today one of our producers, Liana Tan, will remind us just how rough dating can be by giving us a collection of bad date stories.

 

Parent Previews - Lego Batman, Rings (1:54:32)

Rod Gustafson from Parent Previews joins the show to review the new movies The Lego Batman Movie and Rings.

Smart Guns (17:51)

Dr. Lacey N. Wallace is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Lacey N. Wallace’s research involves weapon carrying, gun ownership, and gun acquisition behavior. “Smart guns” are the next level in gun security. They are designed to keep anyone, except the owner of the gun, from being able to fire the weapon. But do Americans want to buy Smart Guns? Dr. Lacey Wallace explains her research into if people want smart guns.

Coached Corner - Marriage Selfishness (38:24)

We have a tendency to be selfish and that complicates a marriage. Dr. Matt Townsend with some ideas on how to avoid selfishness and strive for equality.

Movie Trailer - Cars Crashing Into This House (57:30)

For the fifth time, a Maryland house has been the victim of an out-of-control car. "When he crashed into the wall, I said, 'Another car hit my house,'" says homeowner Leonard Miller, 88. Miller has lived in the Prince George's County home since 1971, and he says early Wednesday morning is at least the fifth time a car has come over a hill approaching his house and lost control as it turned a corner, causing it to jump the curb and ram into a wall. The crashes typically happen when it's dark out, and Miller says drivers "fly" down the street near his house, where the posted speed limit is 30mph. 

Math Anxiety (1:00:38)

Dr. Gijsbert Stoet is a Professor of Psychology at Leeds Beckett University. Dr. Stoet’s current research is particularly interested in gender differences in thought and behavior, the psychology of learning, as well as in meta-cognitive processes, such attention, and executive control. Is helping your kid with their math homework or adding up your family budget a nightmare you put off for your spouse? You might have math anxiety. Whatever your reason for disliking mathematics you’re not alone. Dr. Gijsbert Stoet explains his research as to why we have a shortage of scientists and how we can fix it.

Caitlin Thomas - Oscar Facts (1:10:24)

The Oscars are one of the most

Smart Guns (17:51)

Dr. Lacey N. Wallace is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Lacey N. Wallace’s research involves weapon carrying, gun ownership, and gun acquisition behavior. “Smart guns” are the next level in gun security. They are designed to keep anyone, except the owner of the gun, from being able to fire the weapon. But do Americans want to buy Smart Guns? Dr. Lacey Wallace explains her research into if people want smart guns.

 

Coached Corner - Marriage Selfishness (38:24)

We have a tendency to be selfish and that complicates a marriage. Dr. Matt Townsend with some ideas on how to avoid selfishness and strive for equality.

 

Movie Trailer - Cars Crashing Into This House (57:30)

For the fifth time, a Maryland house has been the victim of an out-of-control car. "When he crashed into the wall, I said, 'Another car hit my house,'" says homeowner Leonard Miller, 88. Miller has lived in the Prince George's County home since 1971, and he says early Wednesday morning is at least the fifth time a car has come over a hill approaching his house and lost control as it turned a corner, causing it to jump the curb and ram into a wall. The crashes typically happen when it's dark out, and Miller says drivers "fly" down the street near his house, where the posted speed limit is 30mph. 

 

Math Anxiety (1:00:38)

Dr. Gijsbert Stoet is a Professor of Psychology at Leeds Beckett University. Dr. Stoet’s current research is particularly interested in gender differences in thought and behavior, the psychology of learning, as well as in meta-cognitive processes, such attention, and executive control. Is helping your kid with their math homework or adding up your family budget a nightmare you put off for your spouse? You might have math anxiety. Whatever your reason for disliking mathematics you’re not alone. Dr. Gijsbert Stoet explains his research as to why we have a shortage of scientists and how we can fix it.

 

Caitlin Thomas - Oscar Facts (1:10:24)

The Oscars are one of the most anticipated and watched events on television, and this year won’t be any different. With some big films and some big names being nominated this year, I am sure many Americans will be tuning in. Caitlin Thomas shares some interesting and less well-known facts about the Oscars to get us all a little more excited to tune in. 

 

Conversations with Kids (1:48:54)

Heather Johnson, M.S., has been an adjunct faculty member at Brigham Young University for nearly 10 years. She is passionate about teaching students the principles behind successful families and the importance of families spending time together. Heather talks with Dr. Matt about creating intentional conversations with our kids.

'Spear Phishing': How to Protect Yourself (19:05)

Arun Vishwanath is an associate professor of communications at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is a globally known cyber security expert on the people problems of cyber security.  Each time we go on the computer or open an app, we open ourselves to spear phishing.  Today, technology not only fights for our attention but connects all aspects of our life.  This applies to everyone, from your children’s teachers to our highest public officials.  Are we opening ourselves up to attacks each time we access the internet?  Arun Vishwanath explains "spearphishing" and how to protect ourselves.

Makena Bauss - She Sheds (43:08)

You have heard of Man Caves, a place in the home where the man can retreat from the family for some "me" time. A new trend is "She Sheds" which is a place for the woman to find some solace. Producer Makena Bauss explains She Sheds and why they may be needed.

Why Time Seems to Fly or Trickle By (1:04:05)

Dr. Michael G. Flaherty is a Professor of sociology at Eckard University. His teaching and research interests include self and society, deviance, qualitative methods, time and temporal experience, social interaction, and the social construction of reality. Chinese Philosopher Lao Tzu said “If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present.” Dr. Michael Flaherty wrote an article entitled “Why time seems to fly – or trickle – by.”

Liana Tan - Attractiveness (1:30:30)

It’s always a little scary to dive into the minds of the opposite gender. But have you ever wondered what the opposite gender thinks about you? Today, one of our producers, Liana Tan, is going to help answer one of the most difficult questions of life. What is the most attractive and unattractive thing in a guy or girl? 

Ways to Ruin A Perfectly Good Relationship (1:50:51)

Dr. Susan Krauss Whitbourne, Ph.D. received her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from Columbia Un

'Spear Phishing': How to Protect Yourself (19:05)

Arun Vishwanath is an associate professor of communications at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is a globally known cyber security expert on the people problems of cyber security.  Each time we go on the computer or open an app, we open ourselves to spear phishing.  Today, technology not only fights for our attention but connects all aspects of our life.  This applies to everyone, from your children’s teachers to our highest public officials.  Are we opening ourselves up to attacks each time we access the internet?  Arun Vishwanath explains "spearphishing" and how to protect ourselves.

 

Makena Bauss - She Sheds (43:08)

You have heard of Man Caves, a place in the home where the man can retreat from the family for some "me" time. A new trend is "She Sheds" which is a place for the woman to find some solace. Producer Makena Bauss explains She Sheds and why they may be needed.

 

Why Time Seems to Fly or Trickle By (1:04:05)

Dr. Michael G. Flaherty is a Professor of sociology at Eckard University. His teaching and research interests include self and society, deviance, qualitative methods, time and temporal experience, social interaction, and the social construction of reality. Chinese Philosopher Lao Tzu said “If you are depressed you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace you are living in the present.” Dr. Michael Flaherty wrote an article entitled “Why time seems to fly – or trickle – by.”

 

Liana Tan - Attractiveness (1:30:30)

It’s always a little scary to dive into the minds of the opposite gender. But have you ever wondered what the opposite gender thinks about you? Today, one of our producers, Liana Tan, is going to help answer one of the most difficult questions of life. What is the most attractive and unattractive thing in a guy or girl? 

 

Ways to Ruin A Perfectly Good Relationship (1:50:51)

Dr. Susan Krauss Whitbourne, Ph.D. received her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from Columbia University and is now a professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her research covers a wide range of topics related to adult development and aging. She is the author of over 160 refereed articles and book chapters and 16 books. Has there ever been a time in your life when you thought everything in life was going perfectly ok, only to have everything come crashing down on you the next day? You might think the relationships in your life are going really well, but in reality you could be on the brink of disaster. You may have habits or expectations that are slowly driving people out of your life without even realizing it. Dr. Susan Krauss Whitbourne teaches us 5 ways we could be ruining perfectly good relationships.

Attempts to Kill the Party System Fail (15:21)

Dr. Seth Masket is the chair of the Department of Political Science at the University of Denver. He researches political parties, campaigns & elections, and state & local politics. With so much discord between the Republican and Democratic parties, and now with the Executive Branch of our federal government, many people are wondering if political parties are a thing of the past.  Is it possible for one our current major political parties to branch off on their own?  Is it possible to kill the two party system?  Dr. Masket shares his book The Inevitable Party.

Gold Lego Brick (1:00:55)

The most expensive Lego brick in the world went up for auction - and sold for $15,000. One of only a handful of 14 karat solid gold 2x4 bricks ever made sparked a bidding frenzy when it was put up for sale on auction. The last time one of the bricks was sold, in 2012, it went for $11,000. Between 1979 and 1981, the extra special bricks were originally given to Lego employees that had 25 years of employment at their main factory in Germany. What makes this commemorative brick even more special is that it can be used with all other Lego sets. A lucky American won the auction, and is now the proud owner of the golden brick, which weighs 25.65g and is exactly the same size and shape as an original Lego brick.

The Challenge Facing Libraries in an Era of Fake News (1:04:13)

Donald Barclay is the Deputy University Librarian at the University of California Merced campus.  He is the Planning Lead for the UC Council of University Librarians. We live in an age where information is available in near limitless amounts. For many people, the question isn’t ‘if’ they should consume information, but what information should they consume. So how do we avoid an ‘echo chamber’ and find objective truth when different sources offer “alternative facts?" Donald Barclay explains how libraries are trying to help.

Caitlin Thomas - Greatest Comebacks (1:30:00)

Sunday we had the Super Bowl, which is one of th

Attempts to Kill the Party System Fail (15:21)

Dr. Seth Masket is the chair of the Department of Political Science at the University of Denver. He researches political parties, campaigns & elections, and state & local politics. With so much discord between the Republican and Democratic parties, and now with the Executive Branch of our federal government, many people are wondering if political parties are a thing of the past.  Is it possible for one our current major political parties to branch off on their own?  Is it possible to kill the two party system?  Dr. Masket shares his book The Inevitable Party.

 

Gold Lego Brick (1:00:55)

The most expensive Lego brick in the world went up for auction - and sold for $15,000. One of only a handful of 14 karat solid gold 2x4 bricks ever made sparked a bidding frenzy when it was put up for sale on auction. The last time one of the bricks was sold, in 2012, it went for $11,000. Between 1979 and 1981, the extra special bricks were originally given to Lego employees that had 25 years of employment at their main factory in Germany. What makes this commemorative brick even more special is that it can be used with all other Lego sets. A lucky American won the auction, and is now the proud owner of the golden brick, which weighs 25.65g and is exactly the same size and shape as an original Lego brick.

 

The Challenge Facing Libraries in an Era of Fake News (1:04:13)

Donald Barclay is the Deputy University Librarian at the University of California Merced campus.  He is the Planning Lead for the UC Council of University Librarians. We live in an age where information is available in near limitless amounts. For many people, the question isn’t ‘if’ they should consume information, but what information should they consume. So how do we avoid an ‘echo chamber’ and find objective truth when different sources offer “alternative facts?" Donald Barclay explains how libraries are trying to help.

 

Caitlin Thomas - Greatest Comebacks (1:30:00)

Sunday we had the Super Bowl, which is one of the most watched events on tv in America. This year’s game had everyone on the edge of their seat as we all watched the Patriot make one of the greatest comebacks ever seen on live tv. It’s all anyone can talk about for the next few weeks. There must be something about comeback stories that we all love. Caitlin Thomas shares some fun comeback stories.

 

How to Apologize (1:52:43)

Julie Nelson (the "Child Whisperer") has a master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Human Development. She teaches classes such as Applied Parenting and Marriage and Relationship Skills at Utah Valley University. Julie has written two books about parenting including Keep it Real and Grab a Plunger. Julie shares the details of giving a healthy apology.

Trump Immigration (17:23)

Joe Cannon is our Washington Insider. Joe served as an assistant administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from 1983-1985. He was a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 1992 and served as the Chairman of the Utah Republican Party from 2002 to 2006. He was named editor of the Deseret Morning News on December 8, 2006. Joe currently is the CEO of Fuel Freedom Foundation.  Joe and Dr. Townsend discuss how our President has interacted with Australia, Mexico, Iran, Israel and his ongoing issues with the Immigration executive order.

Townsend Movie - Kool-Aid Assault (59:15)

A 73-year-old woman who apparently threw a bucket of cherry Kool-Aid on a man 13 years her senior narrowly avoided a trip to jail, according to a report. The 86-year-old man identified as the victim told Sheriff’s deputies Jan. 12 that he and an 80-year-old friend were walking their dogs. The victim said the 73-year-old woman started yelling at him for smiling at her. He said the 73-year-old woman got a bucket “and threw red water on him.” The victim said he didn’t want to press charges and wanted her to stay away. She told a deputy that the victim and his friend “smiled at her and she knows that they did it in a malicious manner.” 

Being Kind to Yourself (1:02:14)

Dr. Kristin Neff is an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin's department of educational psychology. Dr.Neff is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on self-compassion, being the first one to operationally define and measure the construct over a decade ago. It’s over a month into 2017. Whatever your New Year’s Resolution is, you’ve probably made a mistake and fallen short of your goal in some form or another. Failure is a universal part of humanity but how do we react to our failures? Dr. Kristin Neff says that hopefully, we’ll treat ourselves kindly.

Makena Bauss - Run. Eat. Run (1:29:22)

Exercise and nutrition are very important to overall health. But what if while you run you eat doughnuts or pizza. Produ

Trump Immigration (17:23)

Joe Cannon is our Washington Insider. Joe served as an assistant administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from 1983-1985. He was a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 1992 and served as the Chairman of the Utah Republican Party from 2002 to 2006. He was named editor of the Deseret Morning News on December 8, 2006. Joe currently is the CEO of Fuel Freedom Foundation.  Joe and Dr. Townsend discuss how our President has interacted with Australia, Mexico, Iran, Israel and his ongoing issues with the Immigration executive order.

 

Townsend Movie - Kool-Aid Assault (59:15)

A 73-year-old woman who apparently threw a bucket of cherry Kool-Aid on a man 13 years her senior narrowly avoided a trip to jail, according to a report. The 86-year-old man identified as the victim told Sheriff’s deputies Jan. 12 that he and an 80-year-old friend were walking their dogs. The victim said the 73-year-old woman started yelling at him for smiling at her. He said the 73-year-old woman got a bucket “and threw red water on him.” The victim said he didn’t want to press charges and wanted her to stay away. She told a deputy that the victim and his friend “smiled at her and she knows that they did it in a malicious manner.” 

 

Being Kind to Yourself (1:02:14)

Dr. Kristin Neff is an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin's department of educational psychology. Dr.Neff is widely recognized as one of the world’s leading experts on self-compassion, being the first one to operationally define and measure the construct over a decade ago. It’s over a month into 2017. Whatever your New Year’s Resolution is, you’ve probably made a mistake and fallen short of your goal in some form or another. Failure is a universal part of humanity but how do we react to our failures? Dr. Kristin Neff says that hopefully, we’ll treat ourselves kindly.

 

Makena Bauss - Run. Eat. Run (1:29:22)

Exercise and nutrition are very important to overall health. But what if while you run you eat doughnuts or pizza. Producer Makena Bauss shares a trend of running marathons and eating.

 

First Impressions Have A Lasting Impact On Relationships (1:51:34)

Dr. Vivian Zayas is an associate professor and the director of undergraduate studies in the department of psychology at Cornell University. You always hear people say to be careful not to judge others.  But judging others is actually an innate part of us. When we first meet someone our brains automatically start making judgments about them based on anything we see or gather about them in the first seven seconds.  But could the first seven seconds with someone actually determine the rest of your relationship with them?  Dr. Vivian Zayas discuss her research on the impact of first impressions on relationships.