The Sapio Files

Political Correctness is everywhere. People have opinions on what words we use, what references we can make, and even how we can react to different situations. So this week, we're breaking apart the political correctness discussion! In what ways are some of the  "politically correct" ideas beneficial to our society? In what ways do they hinder it? Join us for a discussion on some of the biggest societal movements towards political correctness, the acceptable and unacceptable phrases in this context, and our thoughts on the connotations of each of these topics.

Check back later in the week for part two of this episode, all about political correctness and historical context.

Back by popular demand, it's another personality analytics episode! Last fall, our MBTI personality type episode got tons of positive feedback, so we thought we'd bring you another path to self discovery- the Enneagram test! This personality test determines nine distinct "types" based on our driving forces, passions, goals, and fears. Join us as we discover our own types, dig into the distinct personalities of the nine types, and offer helpful suggestions for capitalizing on your strengths and overcoming your weaknesses, no matter your type! 

Happy Fourth of July! This week, we're digging into why we celebrate Independence Day on the fourth and some history that led to the creation of our country! But it's not just a history lesson- we discuss our favorite Fourth of July traditions and where they come from, memorable people from the time of the American Revolution, and how the current landscape of American politics could take a page out of our Founding Fathers' book. Enjoy your fireworks, picnics, parades, and campfires this year, as you remember why we have this fun summer holiday. Happy Independence Day, sapiophiles!!

Happy Summer, Sapiophiles! One of our favorite parts about summer is lounging by the pool/ beach/ lake/ picnic/ insert your favorite summer activity... with a great book!  It's been a year since our first summer reading list episode, so this year, we thought we'd share our thoughts on what we've read since then! We break down our favorites from the past year AND share some of our bucket list books for this summer! Happy Reading!

Find all the books we mentioned here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14MLqVHWz-xKpPaHYJlZCNG0iXwKmI6VJ/view?usp=sharing

After a brief break, we are back this week and ready to dig into that ever-growing phenomenon of artificial intelligence. While AI may sound like a science fiction concept, it grows more real every day. In what ways do we depend on artificial intelligence? How intelligent is it really? What do your phone, computer, or social media accounts actually know about you? How can we navigate this world of artificial intelligence? This week, we break down the types of artificial intelligence, the technology that exists today, how to find out what your computer knows, and the potential realities behind our favorite fictional AI stories. Plus, we share our own discoveries of what Facebook knows (or thinks it knows) about us!

May is mental health awareness month, and while most of us think of mental health exclusively as various disorders that alter reality for those living with them, mental health affects us all. One of the most prevalent ways that our mental health is compromised is through the psychological ramifications of excessive social media use. But what does that mean? What exactly is social media doing to our minds? How does this apply to those who have never experienced mental health struggles before? Should we all just delete our accounts? How can we protect ourselves and use social media in a positive way? This week, we are joined by our dear friend JoJo, as we break down the effects of social media on the mind, share our research on how social media has affected the population, and give some advice for protecting your mental health while using social media in the most positive way possible. So, close out those social media apps and tune in this week... you don't want to miss it!

When you think of heroism, what comes to mind? For many, this word brings up images of superheroes saving the day. But how can we recognize and become heroes in everyday life? This week, we are joined by a brand new guest host, here to talk with us about the constructs of superheroes as they are portrayed in movies, the good and bad that we can take from these movies, stories of real world heroes, and how we can take the tiny steps to become more heroic in our lives. You don't want to miss it!

We all have fears. But what is fear exactly? This week, we look at the neurology and physiology of fear in the human body. What actually happens in the brain and body when faced with frightening stimuli? How can we navigate frightening situations? What are the differences between fear, phobia, panic, and anxiety; and why is it important not to confuse them? We're ready to take a look at some of the most common fears, evolutionary purpose of fear, and how to overcome your fears. Don't be afraid to join us this week!

It's been a whole year, sapiophiles!! Thanks for being a part of our listener community! As we head into year two, we take a look back at how much can change in a year. How have we personally changed this year? What are the phases of human development that cause us to see drastic changes over time? How can we bring about positive changes in life? Join us for our anniversary episode this week!

This week on The Sapio Files, we are talking leadership! What makes someone a great leader? What are the different styles of leadership and how can we determine which style works best for us? What do improv games, acting class, and sports teams have to do with developing leadership skills? Find out this week as we take a look at leadership from many angles, suggest fun ways to grow as leaders, and examine our own leadership styles! 

Be sure to join us again for our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY episode next time!