Brian Jordan Alvarez, known for roles in Will and Grace and Megan, is now the creator, star, and director of the new hit comedy English Teacher. The show’s sharp humor and strong cast make it a must watch this fall.

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Is an apology enough to make up for America's violent past? For the first time in U.S. history, a sitting president has apologized for the American government's role in the abuse and neglect of thousands of Native American children. 

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Constantly crossing off items from your daily or weekly ‘To-Do List’ but feel like you never actually have time to do the things you really want to? Acclaimed time management expert Laura Vanderkam joins us this week to share some unique tips on how to get through your mundane tasks quicker and regain more of your time.

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Between TV series, documentaries, podcasts, and even social media, true crime content is more popular than ever. But what are the ethical and practical implications? We explore the appeal of the genre with a professor of digital platforms and ethics, and hear from a CEO who is working to lessen the impact on victims.

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Looking for the perfect Thanksgiving movie to enjoy before jumping into Christmas classics? Try Josh Boone’s 2012 rom com, Stuck in Love.

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We discuss why organized religion just keeps losing followers. Where are they going? Many are finding an identity within this more modern category.

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Lists are a part of our everyday, even if they are often a forgotten part of our everyday. But Author Shaun Usher read through countless lists to compile a collection of lists throughout time that shed light on the times, our collective history, and the list makers themselves.

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Scientists are thinking big about voyaging to Mars and one day inhabiting the faraway planet. One big challenge is building a food production model from the ground up. We speak with one food scientist about how these food systems and people’s diets on Mars may look one day. We also discuss what we can learn from these advancements to improve our current food systems on Earth.

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With no clear frontrunner, this year's Oscar race is wide open. Join us as we recap potential contenders, including Sean Baker's acclaimed Anora and historical drama, The Brutalist.

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Can strategic urban planning help mitigate the impact of severe weather? We explore how the layout of cities and infrastructure can affect the outcomes of weather events like hurricanes and floods.

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