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The “Big Questions” series is our attempt to try something different. These are glimpses into the minds and hearts of the people who comprise Macalester: a collection of their thoughts about the things that matter to them and, we hope, to you. You might think of these short videos as a stripped down, “acoustic” version of Macalester communications and as a way to see what truly animates the college.

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James Dawes and Rachel Youngeun Rostad on Human Rights - Episode 12 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/07/09

On the latest Macalester Big Questions Podcast, Professor James Dawes and Rachel Youngeun Rostad '15 discuss with President Suzanne Rivera the big question, "What happened to human rights?" Their conversation took place in March, 2021 during a live event. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Cari Gillen-O'Neel on the role of white parents in combating systemic racism - Episode 11 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/07/01

How are white parents talking about racism with their children? Professor Cari Gillen-O'Neel discusses this big question, and shares insight into research with President Suzanne Rivera. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

John Kim and Quito Ziegler on Art Inspiring Action - Episode 10 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/06/24

Can art inspire action? Professor John Kim and Quito Ziegler '98 discuss this big question in conversation with President Suzanne Rivera during a live event in April, 2021. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Wendy Weber on the Relevance of Human Rights - Episode 9 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/06/17

Is the status of human rights as a political priority and a moral imperative in jeopardy? Professor Wendy Weber answers this in conversation with President Suzanne Rivera on this episode of Macalester Big Questions. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

William Hart and Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman on Religion and Politics - Episode 8 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/06/10

Professor William Hart and Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman '81 discuss the big question, "How does religion influence contemporary politics?" on this episode. This conversation was recorded during a live event with President Suzanne Rivera in January, 2021. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Tia-Simone Gardner on the role of Art in Making the World a Better Place - Episode 7 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/06/03

How can art spur societal change? Professor Tia-Simone Gardner discusses this Big Question with President Suzanne Rivera. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Lesley Lavery and Brian Lozenski on if the COVID-19 pandemic will make K-12 education more equitable - Episode 6 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/05/27

Professor Lesley Lavery and Professor Brian Lozenski discuss with President Suzanne Rivera the big question, "Will the pandemic make K-12 education more equitable?" This conversation was part of a live event recorded in February, 2021. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Rev. Kelly Stone on the Importance of Rituals - Episode 5 - Macalester Big Questions

2021/05/20

This Macalester Big Questions episode features Rev. Kelly Stone, Macalester College chaplain and associate dean, speaking with President Suzanne Rivera about the role of rituals during uncertain times. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Eric Carter and James Ochi on Life After COVID-19 - Episode 4 - Macalester Big Questions

2020/12/29

This Macalester Big Questions episode features Professor Eric Carter and Dr. James Ochi '80 P'12 discussing what life after the COVID-19 pandemic might look like. President Suzanne Rivera led the discussion during a live Big Questions event held virtually in early December, 2020. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Adrienne Christiansen and Jane Zimmerman on What the World Will Look Like on November 4 - Episode 3 - Macalester Big Questions

2020/12/01

Recorded shortly before the November 3 presidential election, this episode features Professor Adrienne Christiansen and Jane Zimmerman '84 discussing with President Suzanne Rivera what they thought the world would look like on November 4. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Sam Asarnow on Making Ethical Choices During COVID - Episode 2 - Macalester Big Questions

2020/11/25

On this episode of Macalester Big Questions, Professor Sam Asarnow sits down with President Suzanne Rivera to discuss the Big Question: "What is our obligation to each other during COVID?" Dr. Asarnow is an assistant professor of philosophy who teaches and writes about ethics and the philosophy of action. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

Andrew Latham on the future of U.S.-China trade relations - Episode 1 - Macalester Big Questions

2020/10/22

On this episode of Macalester Big Questions, Professor Andrew Latham sits down with President Suzanne Rivera to discuss the Big Question: "What can the next U.S. president do to advance our relationship with China?" Dr. Latham is a professor of political science at Macalester who teaches and writes about the U.S.-China relationship. Support the show (https://secure.macalester.edu/giving/)

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plkiomnbh;)?! 2020/03/28

Big questions asked not answered

This podcast give the listener excellent insight in the academic culture at this fine institution. The president asks probing question and then steps...

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