Un-Uninformed

Un-Uninformed

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Un-Uninformed episodes

  • Slamdemic! – Reflecting on the Pandemic with Poetry
    How would you describe the pandemic? Today we describe it with poetry. Whether it’s expressing anger, hope, or excitement, poetry paints the picture of the COVID-19 pandemic in ways social media posts and cable news never can. We feature three poems: “A Week in Coronaville,” by Hannah Watts “Wave-anelle Villanelle,” by Melanie Cox “Happiness is … Continue reading "Slamdemic! – Reflecting on the Pandemic with Poetry"
    30 min
  • Can We Trust COVID-19 Science? – with Dr. Jason Shepherd
    With a lot of conflicting info about the coronavirus, many are asking: What info can we trust? In this podcast episode, neuroscientist Dr. Jason Shepherd helps us navigate fact vs. crap with coronavirus science. Dr. Jason Shepherd is a professor of neurobiology and, most recently, he wrote an article that went…viral…called: Misinformation Goes Viral. We … Continue reading "Can We Trust COVID-19 Science? – with Dr. Jason Shepherd"
    49 min
  • Emotional Hygiene – with Keri Dyer
    We all know about physical hygiene, but what about emotional hygiene (especially during a pandemic)? In a time where all our lives have been disrupted, therapist Keri Dyer helps us creatively navigate our emotional health. How are you coping with your stress and anxiety: binge-watching Netflix, eating junk food, overspending? In this episode, Keri Dyer … Continue reading "Emotional Hygiene – with Keri Dyer"
    43 min
  • What Pandemic Shutdowns do to Global Economies – with Big Daddy Dough
    How quickly should we open up the economy? We answer big questions like this with Andrew Dougherty (a.k.a. Big Daddy Dough), who is a macro-economist for China (and rapper). We tackle questions from listeners across the world such as: How will the US/China relationship be affected by this pandemic? How will the total lockdown in … Continue reading "What Pandemic Shutdowns do to Global Economies – with Big Daddy Dough"
    50 min
  • Savoring Churros and Connection – with San Diablo Churros Founder Scott Porter
    When San Diablo Churros had to halt all their churro catering services due to the pandemic, Scott Porter saw this as an opportunity. He combined forces with two other local food startups to create the Quarantine Survival Kit. This kit, available for delivery, features San Diablo’s famous churros, tostadas from Sobe Eats, and gourmet sodas … Continue reading "Savoring Churros and Connection – with San Diablo Churros Founder Scott Porter"
    39 min
  • New Season: “COVID-19-ing” – Creatively Navigating a New Normal
    In this new season, our goal is finding meaning while “COVID-19-ing.” In other words, how are we navigating this new normal? We’ll hear from our expert guests and YOU (that’s right, you the listener…see below). Listen to this episode to get a 13-minute preview of the season ahead! Part I: Upcoming episodes: Scott Porter: founder … Continue reading "New Season: “COVID-19-ing” – Creatively Navigating a New Normal"
    13 min
  • What if the News Gave Us Solutions, not Just Problems? – with Alicia Gettys
    True or False: Watching the news makes the world a better place for you. Many say this statement is definitely false because it seems the news just makes people depressed, angry, and polarized. So what if the news actually equipped viewers with ways to solve the problems they report on? In this episode we are … Continue reading "What if the News Gave Us Solutions, not Just Problems? – with Alicia Gettys"
    20 min
  • What if the News Gave Us Solutions, not Just Problems? – with Alicia Gettys

    True or False: Watching the news makes the world a better place for you. Many say this statement is definitely false because it seems the news just makes people depressed, angry, and polarized. So what if the news actually equipped viewers with ways to solve the problems they report on?

    In this episode we are joined by Alicia Gettys who is out to change the way we view the news. She’s a producer of a new web series called Solution Time which addresses the solutions to the biggest world problems. They address some big issues: homelessness, poverty, drug abuse–without leaving viewers feeling hopeless. And they even pull it off with a little humor along the way.

    Check out their newest episode on Veteran Homelessness at: SolutionTime.tv

    If you’re liking Un-Uninformed, subscribe in your podcast app. You can also reach out to us on FaceBook,  Twitter, or you can leave us a voicemail or text at 513-INFORM-U.

    20 min
  • Should Politicians Draw Their Own Boundaries? A Look at Gerrymandering
    Are voters choosing their politicians or are politicians choosing their voters? In one week, Utah voters have the opportunity to weigh in on this question. In this episode we’re talking about something called gerrymandering: when politicians rig the system by choosing their own boundaries for re-election. We talk to Blake Moore, a co-chair of the … Continue reading "Should Politicians Draw Their Own Boundaries? A Look at Gerrymandering"
    31 min
  • Medicaid Expansion: the Benefits & Costs
    In a little over a week, thousands of Utahns will be voting on bringing medicaid expansion to Utah. Medicaid expansion is part of the Affordable Care Act that brings medicaid to thousands of additional Americans than were initially covered. But states can opt out of this expansion. Utah is one of those states. That’s because … Continue reading "Medicaid Expansion: the Benefits & Costs"
    31 min

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