Vernacular

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Yummmmm.

In this episode, we talk to Kylie Mitchell of ImmaEatThat about what she calls "intuitive eating." Kylie is a registered dietitian who helps people find their fullest potential--what you might even call human flourishing--through the food that they eat. We also talk with contributors Catherine and Jordan Short, who share lesson Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vernacular/support

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The Parthenon

In this episode of Vernacular, we talk to Kevin Beauchemin, a classics enthusiast and new contributor to the podcast, about the origins of the word peripatetic. (We became interested in this word when our guest (also a contributor!) brought it up in this episode.) We also spoke to author and blogger Matthew Lee Anderson about his latest book, https://anchor.fm/vernacular/support

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In this episode, we talk to Margaret, General Manager of Water & Wall and part of the founding team at a new Washington, D.C. restaurant called Kyirisan. Margaret tells us the story of how she ended up in the food industry and why she considers it such a key aspect of her vocation. Along the way, she educates Zac on Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vernacular/support

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In this episode of Vernacular, we talk to Nathan Hitchen, co-founder and Principal at Conservative Foresight Consulting. Nathan joins us to discuss the importance of futurism and how we can all be better futurists. Along the way, we talk about political movements in America and the importance of playing the long game. We also talk about baseball, Zac's beloved Philadelphia Phillies, https://anchor.fm/vernacular/support

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The late great Johnny Cash.

Join us for an interesting conversation with one of our previous guests about how we can find our vocation. Along the way, we listen to the wisdom of the great Johnny Cash, talk about Adam McKay's 'The Big Short,' extol the wonders of broccoli, and announce the RRS Boaty McBoatface. Join the conversation at [email protected], or comment below.

In this episode, we talk to Sophie Caldecott, co-founder of A Better Place Journal, about what her company does and why it does it. Along the way, we hear Sophie's moving personal account of why she started A Better Place and the role that her late father played in its inception. We also talk to Ishan Nath, a previous Vernacular guest from s1e11, about Steph Curry and the historic season of the Golden State Warriors. It's a really great conversation that you don't want to miss. Remember to rate us on iTunes and reach out to us through email, https://anchor.fm/vernacular/support

In episode one of season three, we bring on four of our contributors--Jordan & Catherine Short, Will Brian, and Joshua de Gastyne. Jordan and Catherine help us break down all the highlights from the Oscars, including Lady Gaga's raw, emotional performance, Mad Max's collection of Academy Awards, and Leo's first Oscar (!!). Will and Joshua then help us dissect some recent trends in artificial intelligence, and we talk about how to teach machines to think and reason ethically.

We examine abortion's legal history in the United States, focusing on the flawed reasoning in SCOTUS decisions and the faulty data on which they have relied, abortion's medical, emotional, and psychological risks to women, the sad reality of sex-selective abortion, Planned Parenthood, and public opinion on the topic in America today. Let us know what you think by emailing [email protected] or calling in at (719) 357-9221. You can find more info and resources on our blog.

In the finale of season 2, we talk to Joshua and Jordan Short of the new band, Father Hands. Joshua and Jordan talk us through some of their music and their vision for their band, and share a track off of their new EP. We also sit down with Brianna and Jonathan Cowan, the owners of a Chicago-area pizzeria. It's a fun episode and a fitting way to wrap up two full seasons of (y)our favorite podcast. For more info on Joshua, Jordan, Brianna, Jonathan, and everything else we chat about in this episode, head over to our blog.

In this episode we are joined by Emily Esfahani Smith, whose work you may recognize from The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, The New York Times, or other outlets. In preparation for the start of 2016 (and all the new year resolutions that come with January 1st!) we talk to Emily about what it is to live a life full of meaning, and how that might differ from the pursuit of happiness (are you listening, Jefferson?). Emily also gives us a preview of her book, due out in 2017. It's a great conversation! You can also check out our blog for more of Emily's work.