Glioblastoma: The Aggressive Brain Cancer That Has A Sweet Tooth

Glioblastoma is an aggressive form of brain cancer that leaves many patients with only two years to live, if they’re lucky. One obstacle researchers face is understanding how the tumors grow so fast. Our expert explains his breakthrough research on the cancer’s metabolic habits and how it’ll help increase life expectancy for patients. Guest Information: Dr. Wajd Al-Holou, Neurosurgeon, Co-Founder & Co-Director, Michigan Medicine Multidisciplinary Brain Tumor Clinic, Reimagine Well Links for more info: Michigan Medicine Multidisciplinary Brain Tumor Clinic […]

September 28, 2025

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Keeping Love Alive: What Every Couple Needs To Know

Love may spark a marriage but keeping it alive takes continual effort. Psychologist Dr. Daphne de Marneffe explores why relationships feel so hard at times and how couples can improve their intimacy, connection and ability to face life’s challenges as a team. Dr. Daphne de Marneffe, psychologist and marital expert. Links for more info: Dr. Daphne de Marneffe 3 Uncommon Lessons About Conflict That Can Save Your Marriage Gottman: Managing vs. Resolving Conflict in Relationships Psychology Today: Find a Couples […]

September 28, 2025

Health

Heal The Soul, Heal The Body: Immersive Reality For Interfaith Rooms

Many interfaith rooms in hospitals are either too specific to one religion or not specific enough to feel sacred. Our experts this week discuss how immersive reality and Disney technology can help give patients the religious rooms they crave while fighting for their lives. Guest Information: Roger Holzberg, Co-Founder, Reimagine Well Annette Walker, President, City of Hope – Orange County Links for more info: Reimagine Well LinkedIn: Roger Holzberg City of Hope: Annette Walker LinkedIn: Annette Walker Instagram: @cityofhope The […]

September 28, 2025

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Hurricanes In A Warming World

Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina, scientists warn that climate change is fueling stronger, more destructive storms. Climate experts Daniel Gilford and Jeff Schlegelmilch explain why hurricanes are intensifying, how building codes and resiliency efforts fall short in the U.S., and what controversial strategies could mean for millions of residents living in coastal regions. Daniel Gilford, climate & atmospheric scientist, meteorologist, Climate Central Jeff Schlegelmilch, director, National Center for Disaster Preparedness, Columbia Climate School, Columbia University. Links for more info: Climate […]

September 28, 2025

Health

Medical Notes: You’re Taking Too Many Medications, Why Early Detection For Alzheimer’s Disease Isn’t Working, And A Better Treatment For Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Are you taking too many medications? In a review of nearly two thousand older adults, about one in three took five or more prescription drugs. These people had worse balance, weaker grip strength, and walked slower than their peers. Researchers believe it’s not necessarily the type of drugs that are contributing to this difference, but simply the sheer number of them. The research, published in The Journal Of General Internal Medicine, supports the need for physicians to consider a patient’s […]

September 24, 2025

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Viewpoints Explained: Why Are Teen Reading Scores At A 30-Year-Low?

This is Viewpoints Explained… The country’s report card recently came back, and it’s not good news. High school reading scores have sunk to their lowest point in more than thirty years. Results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress, which is considered the nation’s most reliable benchmark test, show that about a third of last year’s seniors scored below basic reading proficiency. About 35 percent of students scored just proficient marks in reading. So – what’s behind the big drop? […]

September 24, 2025

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Culture Crash: What Sabrina Carpenter Learned From Jack Antonoff

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… Fresh off her success with 2024’s Short n’ Sweet, Sabrina Carpenter is right back at it in 2025 with her latest album Man’s Best Friend. Carpenter has taken some heat online and in the press for releasing two albums so close together, with some questioning how much artistic growth is really evident from last year to this year. The argument is that she is simply releasing […]

September 24, 2025

Health

Do Americans Have A Prejudice Against Immigrant Doctors?

Immigrant doctors are an important part of America’s physician workforce, especially in rural and underserved communities. However, our expert warns that relying on foreign physicians is only a temporary fix for America’s worsening doctor shortage, which may become devastatingly apparent with the changing immigration policies. Guest Information: Eram Alam, Associate Professor of the History of Science, Harvard University, Author, The Care of Foreigners Links for more info: Eram Alam The Care of Foreigners The post Do Americans Have A Prejudice […]

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Everyone Has A Status: The Fight To End HIV

Despite decades of progress in treatment and prevention, HIV remains a challenge in America. Stigma continues to be a main barrier that keeps many from getting tested or staying in care. Our experts explain the history behind the harmful stigma and the innovative initiatives that will help end this epidemic. Guest Information: Keith Green PhD, Executive Director, Chicago Black Gay Men’s Caucus Dr. Toyin Nwafor, Executive Director of US HIV Medical Affairs, Gilead Sciences Links for more info: Positively Aware […]

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