University of California Audio Podcasts (Audio)

Reflecting on the devastating, disparate impacts of the COVID pandemic on communities of color, this panel examines the role of structural racism in health outcomes and the systemic changes necessary to ensure health equity. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36860]

Experts address altered states of the mind that are deliberately induced by humans. We will address what is known about origins and mechanisms of these mind-altering practices. In doing so, we hope to gain new insights into the origins and workings of the human mind. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 37002]

How does a kid from Compton, California find his way to career in neurobiology? Gentry N. Patrick, PhD knows the answer: access, mentorship, and advocacy. A singular vision of “who” can be a scientist is detrimental to all and there is an acute need to create a scientific community representative of the community in which we all live. Dr. Patrick’s story and his efforts call on all of us to empathize, innovate, and come together to do our part in shaping a better future for all students including those who remain underserved. Series: "Exploring Ethics" [Humanities] [Science] [Show ID: 36636]

Experts address altered states of the mind that are deliberately induced by humans. We will address what is known about origins and mechanisms of these mind-altering practices. In doing so, we hope to gain new insights into the origins and workings of the human mind. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 37001]

Lorenz Studer, MD. Director, Center for Stem Cell Biology, Sloan Kettering Institute, presents his research. The Studer laboratory investigates human stem cells as tools to understand normal and pathological development in the nervous system and to develop cell-based strategies for regenerative medicine. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 37009]

Experts address altered states of the mind that are deliberately induced by humans. We will address what is known about origins and mechanisms of these mind-altering practices. In doing so, we hope to gain new insights into the origins and workings of the human mind. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 37000]

In this wide-ranging conversation, Jesse Nodora shares his journey into a career in public health, how COVID-19 has impacted his mindset and practices, how our pandemic routines may impact our post-pandemic health and much more. Series: "Education Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 36941]

Dr. Walter E. B. Sipe, UCSF Psychiatry and Pediatrics, explores acceptance and commitment therapy that allows for creating a rich, full, and meaningful life while accepting the pain that inevitably goes with it. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36872]

Director Sanjay Rawal and editor Alexander Meillier discuss their new documentary Gather, which explores the growing movement among Native Americans to reclaim their spiritual, political and cultural identities through food sovereignty, all while battling the trauma of centuries colonial genocide. In conversation with Greg Johnson, Rawal and Meillier discuss the process of making the film, addressing in particular the complicated ethics of documentary representation. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 37065]

Experts address altered states of the mind that are deliberately induced by humans. We will address what is known about origins and mechanisms of these mind-altering practices. In doing so, we hope to gain new insights into the origins and workings of the human mind. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 36678]