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Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed how shifting the school day to start later could help teens improve their sleep, support their mental and physical health, and perform better in the classroom. Teenagers need plenty of sleep to thrive, but early school start times can make getting enough rest a challenge. Could a simple change to the school schedule make a big difference? Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed the controversial plans to live-stream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, and the decision to cancel the broadcast. We explore the legal and ethical questions surrounding the proposal, the debate over public access to executions, and the broader implications of turning capital punishment into a public spectacle. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed the confidential Powell Memorandum, its influence on corporate political power, and its lasting impact on American democracy, public policy, and the balance between business and government. Lewis Powell wrote a memo that would reshape the American political and economic landscape. Officially titled “Attack on American Free Enterprise System,” the Powell Memorandum warned business leaders that capitalism was under attack and called for a coordinated response. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed America’s debt crisis, the pressure to keep up with appearances, and the illusion of wealth in the age of Instagram and TikTok. From maxed-out credit cards to luxury lifestyles funded by debt, we talked about the difference between looking rich and actually having money. In a world where everyone looks rich on social media, who’s actually doing well financially? Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed what Americans are paying at the pump, and we look beyond the U.S. to understand the global forces driving those prices. From disruptions in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war to refinery capacity, global diesel shortages, crude oil markets, and the importance of the Strait of Hormuz, we explore why events thousands of miles away can have a direct impact on what you pay for fuel at home. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed the decline of face-to-face socializing on college campuses and what smartphones, the pandemic, remote learning, and an increasingly competitive campus culture have to do with it. We ask what students may be missing when college becomes more about achievement and less about simply hanging out. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed the value of hardworking men. As well as the sacrifices they often make quietly, and why many feel overlooked in a culture where traditional male roles are increasingly questioned. It’s a conversation about respect, responsibility, and remembering that appreciation shouldn’t be reserved for one side of the equation. Because making space for women doesn't have to mean making men feel unnecessary. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed the Lindsay Clancy trial and the devastating deaths of her three children. From a male perspective, we wrestle with the horror, anger, and disbelief surrounding a mother killing her own children. We examine the case, the evidence, the questions surrounding her actions, and the difficult debate over accountability, mental illness, and justice. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail We appreciate everyone tuning in to our show, and we hope you will enjoy listening to one of our past episodes. If you would like to send your well wishes and good vibes, you can find all of our links below! In this week’s episode we discussed how different people react to the ups and downs of life. Why do some people thrive under pressure while others shut down? How do our backgrounds, beliefs, and personalities shape the way we process what happens to us? We dive into the psychology of reactions and hear real stories that show just how uniquely we all experience life. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed how America’s literacy rates have been declining in recent years. We raise important questions about education, opportunity, and the country’s future. How does it affect individuals and communities, and what lower literacy could mean for the future of America? Most importantly, we ask: What can be done to reverse the trend? Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed the Oxford Union motion, “Should the West Be Suspicious of Islam?” from the perspective of Christian Americans concerned about the changing religious and cultural landscape of the United States. Christianity has played a critical role in America's founding and identity. We touched on the challenges posed by the growing influence of Islam in Western societies, and where legitimate cultural concerns end and religious prejudice against Christians begins. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed why people are choosing AI for emotional support, what they may be gaining, and what they might be giving up. We’ll look at the implications for mental health, relationships, privacy, and what it means to have a machine listening when you need someone to talk to. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed why the modern world feels so gray? From architecture and cars to clothing, technology, and the spaces we live in, color seems to be slowly disappearing. We explore why everything around us has become so muted, and what our obsession with gray, white, black, and beige says about modern life. Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed Europe's growing push to limit children's access to social media and the internet. From age verification laws to proposed platform restrictions, we examine what's driving these policies, whether they can actually protect young people, and what they could mean for privacy, free expression, and the future of growing up online. As governments tighten digital safeguards, we ask a bigger question: where should the line be between protecting kids and preserving an open internet? Our Links: Retrospect

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we discussed how Taylor Farms has recalled certain iceberg lettuce products after a cyclospora outbreak raised food safety concerns. We break down what prompted the recall, which products may be affected, the symptoms of cyclospora infection, and what consumers should do if they have these items at home. "The only thing that saves us from bureaucracy is its inefficiency. An efficient bureaucracy is the greatest threat to liberty." -Eugene McCarthy Our Links: Retrospect