BYU Football Media Day (28:21)

Kicking off BYU Football Media Day BYU Athletic Director Tom Holmoe & Head Football Coach Kalani Sitake join Dr. Matt Townsend to discuss leadership, the challenges of a new head coach, and the importance of team unity.

Spirituality: Mind & Body (1:10:42)

Dr. Lisa Miller is a Professor of Psychology and Education, Director of Clinical Psychology, and Director of the Spirituality & Mind Body Institute at Teachers College Columbia University. She is the author of the book "The Spiritual Child: The New Science on Parenting for Health and Lifelong Thriving" So much of our early education focuses on cognitive skills. We learn cursive and spelling, math and science. But teaching principles that the heart needs to understand is a different matter entirely and a delicate one. Dr. Miller discusses how spirituality helps people develop emotionally.

Epidemic of Children Dying in Hot Cars (17:34)

Dr. David Diamond is a professor of Psychology, Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology, Director, Neuroscience Collaborative Program and Center for Preclinical and Clinical Research on PTSD at the University of South Florida. Since 2004 over 300 children have died or suffered brain damage as a result of being left in hot cars. These heart wrenching accidents leave families and communities devastated, but they CAN be prevented. Dr. Diamond explains more about this epidemic, what causes parents to “forget” and how we can prevent future tragedies. 

Coaches Corner - Hold Judgment (43:06)

Dr. Matt Townsend on why we should not be quick to judge others when tragedy strikes.

The Big Picture (1:03:17)

Dr. Christine Whelan is a clinical professor in the School of Human Ecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is the author of the Book “The Big Picture: A guide to finding your purpose in life.” More than 86% of young adults say that making decisions in line with their purpose is what makes them an adult. But only 43% say they have a clear picture of what they want in life. How can millennials coming into their adulthood find their purpose and find a path that fulfills that purpose? Dr. Whelan explains.

Serengeti Rules (1:48:00)

Dr. Sean B. Carroll is an award-winning scientist, writer, educator, and executive producer. He is vice president for science education at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and the Allan Wilson Professor of Molecular Biology and Genetics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Have you ever wondered how there seem to be just the right amount of fish in the sea or just the right number of cells in our bodies? Has it ever crossed your mind how miraculous it all is? Is it chance or is there some sort of regulation behind it all?  These seem like such simple, fundamental questions, but they have a huge impact on our lives. Dr. Carrol, joins us to discuss his book, The Serengeti Rules, and tell us how the discoveries of these profoundly im

The Truth About Common Beauty Myths (17:24)

Autumn Whitefield-Madrano author of Face Value: The Hidden Ways Beauty Shapes Women’s Lives. Her book takes a deeper look at the relationship between appearance and science, social media, friendship, and many other societal influences. Fashion trends fade in and out, and with them, the idea of beauty shifts just as frequently. What was considered the ideal women 40 years ago, looks entirely different in today’s society. So what exactly is it that influences the idea of beauty? And how does this impact the lives of women? Autumn Whitefield-Madrano explains.

Coaches Corner - Truth about Beauty (40:57)

Dr. Matt Townsend talks about outward beauty verses inward beauty. He shares about the importance about drawing from within for possitive self esteem. 

Why Music Lessons Need to Keep Up With the Times (1:02:39)

Dr. Clint Randles, Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of South Florida. Music is ever-evolving. Now artists use keyboards, touch pads, and computer software to create music. That raises the question, are music teachers teaching what students want and need to learn? Dr. Randles on how to teach music a better way.

Brexit and Trump (27:01)

Joe Cannon is our Washington Insider. Joe served as an assistant administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from 1983-1985. Was a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 1992. He 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 talks about how politicians have handled the "Brexit" result.

Why We Mourn Animals (1:14:34)

Dr. Kurt Gray is Assistant Professor of Social Psychology and Author of the book “The Mind Club” . He studies the mysteries of subjective experience and presents the phenomenon of mind perception. Nothing seems more real than the minds of other people. When you consider what your boss is thinking or whether your spouse is happy, you are admitting them into the "mind club." It's easy to assume other humans can think and feel, but what about a cow, a computer, a corporation? What kinds of mind do they have? Dr. Kurt Gray explains.

Coaches Corner - Power of Thoughts (1:38:10)

Thoughts and ideas lead to action. Negative thoughts will leed to a undesirable outcome. Dr. Matt Townsend with ideas on how to control or eliminate negative thoughts so we can achieve more possitive results.

More Creative, Less Productive (2:00:40)

Dr. Art Markman is the director of the Human Dimensions of Organizations at the University of Texas and is a member of the editorial board of Cognitive Psychology. He joins us today to There are so many responsibilities at work. Do you ever feel that your superiors constantly want fresher ideas, better products, or new advancements but you just don’t have the time to think of something new? Creativity is one of the most valuable qualities in an employee, but productivity is one of the most measured qualities in the workplace. Sometimes it seems that these two qualities clash even though managers look for both. Dr. Markman discuss his article, “To Get More Creative, Become Less Productive.”

There a Bit of Donald Trump in Each of Us? (17:32)

Dr. Wendy Patrick sits on the Board of Directors of the California District Attorneys Association. She is a faculty member of San Diego State University, teaches business ethics and law enforcement. Dr. Patrick is the co-author of Reading People and author of Red Flags: How to Spot Frenemies, Underminers, and Other Toxic People in Every Area of Your Life. Both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump face difficulties with their view in the public eye. Both candidates are strategizing to appeal to the general public in their unique ways; however, Dr. Wendy Patrick claims that in order to win over the public, these presidential candidates will need to play “the human card.” 

Coaches Corner - Emotional Management (1:00:43)

Dr. Matt Townsend explains the concept of emotional management. Why is it important and how to develope the ability to deal with day to day challenges in a more healthy way.

Cognitive Biases That Lead to Bad Money Decisions (1:10:55)

Kristin Wong is an award-winning writer. Her contributions to MSN Living’s The Heart Beat blog won her an award from the Society of Professional Journalists. She regularly contributes to NBC News, Lifehacker, and Bankrate. Why is budgeting such a challenge for some of us? Well money isn’t hard because of the math, it’s the psychology that trips us up. How can we retake control of our minds and our wallets? Kristin Wong explains the cognitive biases that lead to bad money decisions.

Rorschach Radio (1:57:53)

The inkblot test for Radio. The Rorschach test is a psychological test in which subjects' perceptions of inkblots are recorded and then analyzed using psychological interpretation. Dr Matt Townsend shares odd audio with our new student producer Sadie Maughan to get a better idea of her internal motivation.

Tuition Free Policy (17:10)

Dr. Lindsay Page is an assistant professor of research methodology at the University of Pittsburgh. She is a research scientist at the Learning Research and Development Center at the University of Pittsburgh.  College nowadays is incredibly expensive—just ask any current or prospective college student and they’ll tell you. The average cost of college tuition is $32,405 at private universities and around $53,000 if you’re an ivy league student. Since many students struggle with the cost of tuition while maintaining decent grade point averages, Democratic presidential candidates are proposing that universities adopt debt-free or tuition-free policies. Dr. Page claims that tuition-free policies alone aren’t enough to ensure academic success. 

Cost of Mental Health Care (1:10:06)

Dr. Charles Roehrig is a Vice President, Institute Fellow, and founding director of Altarum’s Center for Sustainable Health Spending. His research interests include timelier tracking of health spending, determining its sustainable growth rate, and modeling its future growth. Healthcare is a billion-dollar industry. Within the Healthcare industry, what does America spend the most money? It’s not cancer, Trauma and Injury, or even heart conditions (although heart conditions were the costliest 10 years ago). Dr. Charles Roehrig talks about the study he conducted about the rising epidemic of Mental Health costs.

IHOP Hero (1:46:21)

Sherman Fleek is a retired Army Lt. Col, served for 25 years. He is currently Command historian for the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY. He is the recipient of the Secretary of the Army Award for Valor, a civilian awarded that acknowledges acts of heroism or bravery. Imagine waiting to be seated for breakfast at a IHOP, when suddenly you hear a loud noise to look up and see the place is being robbed. What’s your reaction, lay low? Hide? Maybe try and call 9-1-1? Retired Lt. Col. Sherman Fleek didn’t do any of those things. He stepped in and made a difference. A real “H

Brazil Olympic Turmoil (17:51)

Shannon Sims is an Independent journalist and former fellow of the Institute of Current World Affairs in Brazil. For four years, she has reported from Brazil on business, sports, and society in Latin America. As political unrest grows in Brazil, and the threat of the Zika virus stays ever so present, many worry the 2016 Summer Olympics are on the verge of failure. With the opening ceremony set to commence on August 5th, all eyes are on the shaky grounds of Rio. What will the Olympic Games look like in the midst of political uncertainty, how will the health and safety of athletes and spectators be protected, and will Brazil be able to unite as a nation to host? Shannon Sims with the details of what is happening in Brazil. Follow Shannon Sims on Twitter at https://twitter.com/shannongsims

Enable The Future (1:04:48)

Ivan Owen, along with his wife Jen, are the founders of Enabling the Future. The online community that helps create and distribute prosthetics to those in need for free. Ivan designed the first prosthetic to be 3-D printed, that design became the catalyst for the online. Ivan explains how he got involved with this worthwhile endeavor.

Coaches Corner - Becoming Part of a Community (1:21:05)

Dr. Matt Townsend talks about why it will benefit you to become part of your community by volunteering and caring for others. By reaching beyond yourself you can find a richer more fulfilling life.

Strength Versus Structure (1:49:09)

Dr. Timothy Pychyl is the director of the Procrastination Research Group at Carleton University. Sometimes we don’t get things done because we are too busy or too stressed or depressed. Sometimes we procrastinate because we don’t know how to accomplish a task or don’t have enough resources. But have you ever procrastinated simply because you “just didn’t feel like doing anything”? Even when we are at our healthiest and most energetic times, sometimes we just don’t feel like getting things done.  Dr. Pychyl discusses how to combat procrastination and h

Policymaking After Terror Attacks (18:05)

Ilya Somin is a law professor at George Mason University and regular writer for the law and politics blog of the Washington Post. He is the author of Democracy and Political Ignorance: Why Smaller Government is Smarter and The Grasping Hand: Kelo v. City of New London Limits of Eminent Domain. Emotions ran high after last week’s mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, leaving 49 people dead and many others hospitalized. The nation has been gripped with a number of completely justifiable emotions all directed at different venues. This will inevitably lead politicians to make and change policies, as can already be seen with the 15 hour filibuster on gun control this past weekend. Ilya Somin explains why intense emotion after a harrowing event like the Orlando shooting is a poor guide to policymaking.

Coaches Corner - Reactive Rules (40:41)

Dr. Matt Townsend talks about going too far with rules and shares a story about a school who has stopped using whistles at recess because the sound is "too aggressive".

How To Break Your Addiction To Work (1:01:59)

Rebecca Knight is a freelance journalist in Boston and a lecturer at Wesleyan University where she also teaches writing courses. She has written many pieces focused on personal finances and business education. Her work has been published in The New York Times, USA Today, and The Financial Times. For many of us, working simply feels good. But just because it feeds your ego or makes you feel important, that doesn’t mean it’s actually good for you. How do you break the cycle of working long hours at the office and constantly checking email at home? How do you persuade those around you — similarly work-obsessed colleagues or a demanding boss — that working all the time isn’t healthy? Rebecca Knight explains How to Break Your Addiction To Work.

Coaches Corner - Work/Life Balance (1:26:48)

Dr. Matt Townsend on the importance of making time for yourself and family and not focusing on work every waking moment.

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Politics and Brexit (16:14)

Joe Cannon is our Washington Insider. Joe served as an assistant administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from 1983-1985. Was a candidate for the U.S. Senate in 1992. He 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 talks about Trump and the forces mobilising against him and the "Brexit" vote coming up this week

Nine Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage (1:02:52)

Sheila Wray Gregoire is a mother, blogger, public speaker and author of 8 books including Nine Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage. Marriage can be wonderful and it can be tough. The tough times can be difficult to manage but by looking at your relationship and asking insightful questions challenges can be overcome. Sheila Wray Gregoire shares ideas that can help your marriage because a Great Relationship Doesn't Happen by Accident.

Coaches Corner - Shift Your Paradigm (1:22:49)

Dr. Matt Townsend shares his thoughts about how to fix life's problems by changing the way you think about the issue to find a new perspective. Maybe you can find a better approach to the complication by stepping back and taking a different angle.

Life is Hard, Suffering is Optional (1:47:26)

Kim Giles, President and founder of Clarity Point Life Coaching. Named one of the top 20 advice gurus in the country by Good Morning America in 2010. Writes a regular column on KSL.com every Monday in the Happy Living Section. Author of the Book Choosing Clarity: A Path to Fearlessness. Kim Giles shares her article LIFE is hard - suffering is Optional .

Internet Access Rights (15:56)

Bill Callahan is the Director of Connect Your Community, an organization aiming to develop sustainable strategies that empower tens of thousands of Cleveland and Detroit residents to join the digital mainstream.  Constant access to the internet has almost become a necessity in our everyday life’s. We’ve grown dependent on the instant information and ease it provides us. However, in many major U.S. cities, there is a glaring inequality in internet access. This divide is preventing many American’s from creating a better future for themselves.  Bill Callahan explains how important being connected to the internet should be viewed on the level of civil rights.

Liana Tan - Vacation Tips (40:43)

Now that school’s out and summer’s here, you might be wondering what to do with your very limited vacation days. Whether you plan on basking in the Bahamas or packing the family in an RV and hitting the road, our producer Liana Tan has some of her very own tips to make this summer’s vacations trips to remember. 

Optimists are Better at Finding New Jobs (1:01:44)

Michelle Gielan is the Founder of the Institute for Applied Positive Research. She is an Executive Producer of “The Happiness Advantage” Special on PBS and a featured professor in Oprah’s Happiness course. Michelle Gielan is the author of the book Broadcasting Happiness. Michelle Gielan wrote a Harvard Business Review article on how “Optimists are better at finding new jobs” .  She explains what she has discovered.

Parent Previews - Finding Dory and Central Intelligence (1:47:56)

Rod Gustafson from Parent Previews joins the show to review the new movies Finding Dory and Central Intelligence