America is deeply divided right now, not just in terms of politics but also in race issues, economy, and ideologies. It seems like 2020 has accentuated this division through Covid-19 and the recent presidential election. The line has become explicit, and more people are being forced to confront it head-on.

 

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What a week! The stress of the election was real. Like most people, we had our eyes and ears glued to the news leading up to this historic election. President-Elect Joe Biden will be the 46th president, but there's still division among the American people. America is broken. So, what's next? We need to embrace democracy with humility. We need to move forward and get on the path to healing.

 

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Halloween, the spookiest time of year, is less than a week away. Everyone loves a good story. The most compelling legends of our time are scary & full of mystery. Oh, the horror! This year, most people will choose to stay at home rather than attend parties or hang out with friends. It's also the perfect time to revisit movies like Scream, Halloween, and The Exorcist. But what makes horror films so popular? Why do people enjoy getting scared? Scary movies fill us with fear and dread. They help us to bond & create memories on Halloween night.

 

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A democracy cannot function without reliable information. The goal of high-quality journalism is to establish the facts and share them as widely as possible. However, politicians would love a world without reporters, so they can decide what information "you" get from them. Media bias is embedded in our culture and society. We need to be more aware of these biases, to decide for ourselves when news stories are based on facts and truth rather than lies. Knowledge is power.

 

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Tracking apps like Life360, Glympse, and Find My Friends are digital monitoring tools that allow users to track the location of family, friends, or partners. There's a lot of debate about the pros and cons of using tracking apps. Though they claim to bring people together, these apps can make you feel like you're being spied on. Most parents believe our teens need protection. However, monitoring is not the same thing as keeping us safe and connected. It's all about trust and consent.

 

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50 Days & Counting. Regardless of what policies you agree with or who you're voting for, your vote holds power. The power of your vote requires participation. Voting has a purpose and signals the changes you wish to see happen. Your vote is your voice, being heard. We can't afford to be silent.

 

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Young adults are forming their views on dating and love in their high school and college years. In previous generations, dating meant "going steady" or just talking on the phone for hours. Today, the internet has transformed the way we connect with others, and online dating apps are so common. There's Bumble, Tinder, Hinge, to name a few. Many are leaning toward finding the "perfect" match on these dating apps. While technology can make finding a match easier, dating can still be awkward. This week, we share our thoughts on the world of online dating.

 

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TikTok is an app used by millions of young people (Gen Z) all over the world. So what can we all learn from this app? Most use TikTok to create fun video clips, giving users a space to be themselves, allowing their messages to go viral while growing a fanbase. It’s convenient, and uploading content is more straightforward than on other apps. This week, we share why TikTok is so popular?

 

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What is a thriving economy for if we don't value human life? The United States has reached a tipping point. Our economic system—corporate capitalism—isn't working. It's broken. It prioritizes money above all else and undervalues the many needs of our society. The truth is, we need to move away from the greed of capitalism, and instead, focus on an economy that serves humanity. This week, we share how "human-centered capitalism" will make our lives better.

 

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Colorism (skin-tone biases), supported by racist ideas, is the concept that darker skin is less desirable than lighter skin —a product of colonial discrimination and prejudices. It takes on many forms: from skin-lightening products in the cosmetic industry to a preference for lighter skin in the entertainment/film industry to job security — all of which are harmful to society. In this episode, we focus on how colorism divides us and the stereotypes people of color have to deal with daily.

 

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