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KERA's Think

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Copyright Law
Artificial Intelligence
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Partisan Perceptions
History Of Technology
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Bidenomics
US Economy
Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
UNLEARNING SILENCE
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Donald Trump
Bruce Springsteen
Literary Theory
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Think is a daily, topic-driven interview and call-in program hosted by Krys Boyd covering a wide variety of topics ranging from history, politics, current events, science, technology and emerging trends to food and wine, travel, adventure, and entertainment.

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After the promises of Reconstruction began to wither, Black Americans searched for freedom in radically different locales. Caleb Gayle is a journalist, author and professor at Northeastern University, and he is also a contributing writer at The New Y... more

The U.S. and China may be the world’s current superpowers – but that doesn’t mean they can ignore other countries. Emma Ashford is a senior fellow at the Stimson Center, and she joins guest host John McCaa to discuss the implications of moving to a m... more

Advancements in science give hope to those who need life-saving skin grafts, replacements for failing organs – and even for those dreaming of a new head of hair. Science journalist Mary Roach joins guest host Paige Phelps to discuss the myriad of way... more

From our little fur babies to “Herbie” the car, we imbue the world around us with wonderous human-like qualities. Justin Gregg is senior research associate with the Dolphin Communication Project and an Adjunct Professor at St. Francis Xavier Universi... more

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Justin Gregg
Senior research associate with the Dolphin Communication Project and adjunct professor at St. Francis Xavier University, expert in animal behavior and cognition.
Dolphin Communication Project
Episode: The surprising reason people name their cars
Andrew Blackman
Freelance writer who has researched the history of labor and the 40-hour workweek.
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Does anyone still work a 9-5?
Walter Isaacson
Professor of History at Tulane University
Tulane University
Episode: The historic sentence that still defines America
Ross Benjamin
Award-winning translator of German language literature
Episode: What we miss when an app translates for us
Ellen Cushing
Staff writer at The Atlantic
The Atlantic
Episode: Why you fight about the dishwasher
Jonathan Rosenthal
International editor at The Economist who wrote about the rise in singlehood.
The Economist
Episode: Why singles are giving up on dating
Nate Soares
President of Machine Intelligence Research Institute
Machine Intelligence Research Institute
Episode: When will A.I. want to kill us?
Colin Woodard
Author, historian, and journalist, director of Nationhood Lab at Salve Regina University
Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy
Episode: The U.S. has never had a common identity
Qian Julie Wang
Managing partner of Gottlieb & Wang LLP, an advocate for education and civil rights.
Gottlieb & Wang LLP
Episode: The wartime justification of deportations

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Krys Boyd
Host of a daily interview program focusing on diverse topics ranging from society to technology, known for in-depth conversations and thoughtful questioning.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Keys Boyd is perfect, she

    … is intelligent not a shock seeker! Her voice projects so well. The people she interviews are happy with her questions. I just cozy in someplace, listen, and learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al’s daughter
    United States3 months ago
  • PANS and PANDAS

    Similar issue as the inflammation in the brain

    Would it be possible to research or report on this immunocompromised span of people that have been misdiagnosed w other diseases???

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Prosa660727
    United States4 months ago
  • Always one sided conversation

    I listened 100s of Episodes. Kris is extremely talented on formulating her questions and dissecting a topic and make her guests explain their books or their knowledge to the point where the whole episode could be considered as intelligent book summary. BUT she is always one sided especially anything Palestine anything Gaza anything white vs black anything LGBT anything Democrats over Republicans. She favors blacks over whites, Israelis over Palestinians, sis-man (in her terminology) over queer m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RickyMiki
    United States6 months ago
  • Painful to listen to sometimes

    The chosen topics are extremely interesting, but the interviews themselves can be a bit painful, often with very little chemistry. The latest episode as of this writing “why young adults can’t stop spending” was especially painstaking to hear and I was unable to listen all the way through.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    J9w
    United States7 months ago
  • Weak not Think.

    Only questions, no answers to a show that is prefaced on what if.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JNLCIA
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful questioning and depth of topics explored, often finding inspiration and education in the discussions.
Overall, many find the podcast essential for broadening their knowledge and engaging with current issues from informed perspectives.
Some reviews highlight a perceived bias in political discussions, suggesting that not all viewpoints are fully represented.

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Does anyone still work a 9-5?
Q: Did the concept of overtime exist when people were expected to work long hours?
Overtime existed as a concept but did not come with the guarantee of additional pay until later.
Does anyone still work a 9-5?
Q: Why did the idea of restricting working hours catch on after the Civil War?
It caught on because returning soldiers wanted better conditions after their sacrifices during the war, and labor activists linked the end of slavery to the fight against wage slavery.
The historic sentence that still defines America
Q: Can you talk about being created equal?
The equality referred to individuals being equal under a social contract, not in abilities or status.
The historic sentence that still defines America
Q: Can you remind us how those beliefs were illustrated by what became called the Jefferson Bible?
Jefferson removed miracles from the Bible, preserving only the moral teachings of Jesus.
The historic sentence that still defines America
Q: Why did Benjamin Franklin think self-evident worked better?
Franklin aimed to convey that rights were based on rationality, not religious dogma, influenced by David Hume.

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2. Andrew Blackman
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