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Astrology: Why Millennials Are Looking To The Stars For Answers
Even before the COVID-19 crisis, millions of millennials were finding new solace in an old celestial tradition: astrology. The onetime '70s fad is back as millennials are looking to the stars for answers on mobile apps, online, and in newspaper and magazine horoscopes. The Pew Research Center reports a third of Americans aged 18 to 29 regularly follow the planets’ movements and positions. How did astrology, once considered merely light entertainment, become a cultural phenomenon for millennial Americans? Guests: Dr. Judy Tsafrir - Adult and child psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School faculty member, and local astrologer. She is also a certified member of The Organization for Professional Astrology. Dr. Steven Novella - Neurologist at Yale University School of Medicine, founder and president of the New England Skeptical Society, and host/producer of the podcast, “The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe.” Morgan Hing - Former associate studio designer for Boston-based ad agency Hill Holliday and astrology fanatic. Later in the show: About 3.2 million Americans have the brain disorder schizophrenia, but about 40 percent of schizophrenics go undiagnosed. That was the case for many of Mimi and Don Galvin’s sons: six of 12 siblings whose story is the subject of Robert Kolker’s compelling narrative, “Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family.” Kolker embeds their shocking and poignant family story into the ongoing scientific quest to understand how schizophrenia works and how to treat its victims. “Hidden Valley Road” is author Robert Kolker’s second book, and it’s our May selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.” Guest: Robert Kolker — author of “Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of An American Family,” which is available in bookstores and online now. Show Credits: We’re on the web at wgbh.org/news/undertheradarwithcalliecrossley and available for download wherever you get your podcasts. Under the Radar with Callie Crossley is a production of WGBH, produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman. Melissa Rosales is our intern.\ Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys’, Grace Kelly and Leo P. -
Faith And Purpose During The Coronavirus Pandemic
April is a significant time for many major religions. April 23 is the first day of Ramadan, observed by Muslims worldwide. Ramadan begins just as Christians finished their celebration of Easter, and Jews concluded the eight days marking Passover. But because of the coronavirus, these observations were without the familiar settings and rituals. What’s more, COVID-19 has stirred deep conversations about faith among believers, and among non-believers' questions about the search for meaning in a pandemic. Guests: Reverend Gloria White-Hammond - Co-pastor of the Bethel AME Church in Boston, Mass., the Swartz resident practitioner in Ministry Studies at Harvard Divinity School, and retired pediatrician. Rabbi Jeffrey Summit - Director of the new Hebrew College ‘Innovation Lab,’ research professor in the Department of Music and Judaic Studies at Tufts University, and senior consultant for Hillel International. Dr. Celene Ibrahim - Faculty member in the Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy at the Groton School, former Muslim chaplain at Tufts University, and author of her forthcoming book, "Women and Gender in the Qu’an." Greg Epstein - Humanist Chaplain at Harvard University and MIT, author The New York Times bestselling book "Good Without God,” and contributor to TechCrunch. Show Credits: You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts. "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman. Melissa Rosales is our intern. Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P. Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Environmental News: Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary And COVID-19's Impact On The Climate Crisis
Earth Day’s 50th anniversary is on Wednesday, but most of us will be marking the occasion indoors, due to the coronavirus. Global carbon emissions are falling as COVID-19 cases are rising. So, what can a pandemic teach us about the climate crisis? Those stories and more in our Environmental News Roundtable. Guests: Beth Daley - Editor and general manager at The Conversation, U.S. Dr. Aaron Bernstein - Interim director of The Center for Climate, Health, and the Global Environment at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, a pediatrician at Boston Children’s Hospital, and an assistant professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. Cabell Eames - Legislative manager at the Better Future Project, a Massachusetts-based grassroots climate-action organization. Show Credits:\ You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts.\ "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman.\ Melissa Rosales is our intern.\ Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P.\ Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
CareZare App Focuses On The Care In Caregiving
A loved one's memory loss is one of the most painful experiences for family caregivers, who care for the 5.7 million Americans suffering from Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Logan Wells was about 12 when his grandmother was diagnosed. The Lexington-based teen joined several family members and friends in her round-the-clock care. But, Logan quickly realized that their homemade system was too confusing. So he turned to technology, taught himself how to code and developed CareZare, an app some caregivers now rely on. Guests: Logan Wells —Twenty-year-old Lexington, Mass., native and creator of the CareZare app. Liz O’Donnell — Author of "Working Daughter" and a local caregiving advocate. Chad Burns — Retention manager for Benefit Resource Incorporated, and longtime CareZare app user. Later in the show: Boston's official poetry ambassadors are out to make poetry fans of all of us. These days, it's an easier task for Boston's Poet Laureate and Boston's first ever Youth Poet Laureate, because there is a vibrant worldwide movement embracing poetry. April is National Poetry Month, so we're celebrating with these two young women who have mastered one of art's oldest forms of expression. Guests: Porsha Olayiwola - the City of Boston’s current Poet Laureate and author of "I Shimmer Sometimes, Too." Alondra Bobadilla – the City of Boston’s first ever Youth Poet Laureate, and junior at Fenway High School. Show Credits:\ You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts. "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman.\ Melissa Rosales is our intern.\ Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P.\ Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Pop Culture Adapts To COVID-19: Streaming Services, Musical Parodies As Public Health Messages, And Black Twitter
Pop culture adapts in the age of COVID-19. Streaming services are the number one choice of the pandemic shut-in for many. From "My Sharona" by The Knack to "My Corona," musical parodies provide levity and public health messaging. And Black Twitter rebrands the coronavirus. It's Under the Radar's Pop Culture Round Table. Guests: Rachel Rubin - Professor of American studies at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Michael Jeffries - Associate professor of American studies at Wellesley College. Later in the show: Our pick for April’s Book Club: ‘We Ride Upon Sticks’ By Quan Barry. Show Credits: You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts."Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman. Melissa Rosales is our intern. Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P. Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Latinx News: COVID-19 Guidelines In Spanish, Check 'Other' On The 2020 Census, And Young Latino Voters
The federal government declared COVID-19 a national public health emergency, but was very late getting virus guidelines in Spanish. And why are many Latinos forced to check “Other” on the 2020 Census? Plus, will young Latino voters deliver a major impact on the outcome of the 2020 election? It's our Latinx News Round Table. Guests: Julio Ricardo Varela – Digital editor for the Futuro Media Group, co-host of the “In The Thick” podcast, and founder of Latino Rebels. Marcela Garcia – Editorial writer for the Boston Globe. Later in the show… Our food and wine experts weigh in on the evolving tastes of 2020 foodies. Think plant-based burgers and canned wine! Guests: Jonathon Alsop - Founder and executive director of the Boston Wine School and author of “The Wine Lover’s Devotional.” Amy Traverso - Food editor at Yankee Magazine,co-host of WGBH’s “Weekends With Yankee” and author of “The Apple Lover’s Cookbook.” Show Credits:\ You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts.\ "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Franziska Monahan and Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman.\ Melissa Rosales is our intern.\ Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P.\ Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Addressing Compulsive Gambling In Massachusetts
Eight years ago, when the legislature approved casinos in the Bay State, opponents worried that more opportunities to gamble would be difficult for people with compulsive gambling habits. Everett’s Encore Boston Harbor resort is now set to open in just under two months. It’s the state's third casino, with more to come. How is this impacting people addicted to gambling? Do more casinos put others at risk of developing gambling addictions? Guests: Dr. Debi LaPlante - Director of Cambridge Health Alliance’s Division on Addiction Marlene Warner - Executive Director of Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling Ed Talbot - Executive Director of the New Hampshire Council on Problem Gambling If you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling addiction, a 24/7 help line and a list of other resources can be found at the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling's Get Help page. For listeners outside of Massachusetts: National Problem Gambling Helpline.** You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts.\ "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Fransizka Monahan and engineered by Dave Goodman.\ Melissa Rosales is our intern.\ Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P.\ Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Politics: Super Tuesday Aftershocks, COVID-19 Political Symptoms and Kennedy vs. Markey
A hard fight comes to an end. Elizabeth Warren drops out of the race for Democratic presidential nominee – we take a look at her exit and the rest of the Super Tuesday’s aftershocks. With the world and nation in a frenzy, what could be the political symptoms of COVID-19? And a new poll confirms a tight race ahead for Senator Ed Markey and his challenger, Congressman Joe Kennedy. It’s a full hour of insight and analysis from the Mass Politics Profs. GUESTS: Erin O’Brien - Associate professor of political science at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Rob DeLeo - Associate professor of public policy at Bentley University. Peter Ubertaccio - Founding Dean of the Thomas and Donna May School of Arts & Sciences and Associate Professor of political science at Stonehill College. All three are contributors to the Mass Politics Profs blog. ————————————————— Show Credits: You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts. "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by [YOUR NAME] and engineered by Dave Goodman. [INTERN NAME] is our intern. Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P. Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Women's History Month: The Fight To Put Women On Corporate Boards
2020 marks the centennial anniversary of women’s suffrage in the United States. Since the beginning of the Trump administration, the political climate has largely been influenced by the rise of female-powered movements. From the Women's March to the #MeToo movement, women have become one of the most powerful forces in American politics. In the corporate sector, 10 years ago, the founders of the organization 2020 Women on Boards announced the group’s vision to boost the number of women on corporate boards by 20 percent. Has it happened? And why does it matter? We’re taking a forensic look at the numbers. Guests: Malli Gero - co-founder and vice chair of 2020 Women on Boards, a global education and advocacy campaign urging corporations to meet or exceed 20% women directors on their boards by the year 2020. Nancy Nager - vice president and president-elect of the Boston Club, an organization invested in elevating women in all areas of the business world. Bob Rivers - CEO of Eastern Bank ————————————————- Last year, Forbes' list of the highest-earning hip hop artists listed 20 names: 19 men and only one woman, Cardi B. It’s symbolic of the way that female MCs and rappers, despite their talent and innovation, have struggled to be center stage in one of music’s most dynamic genres, even though they helped bring hip hop to the world. Music journalist Kathy Iandoli covered their stories throughout her career. Now she’s documented the striving and the struggle of these artists in her new book, "God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip Hop." It’s our March selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.” Guest: Kathy Iandoli — author of "God Save the Queens: The Essential History of Women in Hip-Hop," which is available in bookstores and online now. ———————————————————— You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts. "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Franziska Monahan and engineered by Dave Goodman. Melissa Rosales is our intern. Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P. Under the Radar is a production of WGBH. -
Massachusetts' First "Hands Free" Driving Law Goes Into Effect
Massachusetts’ new distracted driving bill takes effect on Sunday, Feb. 23. Drivers will no longer be able to use any hand-held devices while behind the wheel, except for minor exceptions to use navigation tools on their phones. This comes after years of lobbying from advocacy groups and supporters. The new law is a legislative milestone, but the real work to eliminate distracted driving begins now, by getting drivers to change their behavior. That’s the centerpiece of a national public safety campaign headed by Harvard’s T.H. Chan School Center for Health Communication. Guests: Jay Winsten - Associate Dean for Health Communications at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Emily Stein - President of Safe Roads Alliance Ryan McMahon - Vice President of Insurance and Government Affairs at Cambridge Mobile Telematics Artist Jacob Lawrence made a name for himself due to a series of paintings called "The Migration Series." He was 23 years old when he created them, and went on to become one of the best-known artists of the 20th century. His signature style featured deep, rich colors, geometric shapes and collage. Lawrence, who was African-American, was deeply invested in telling the inclusive story of America, and shortly after the modern civil rights movement, set out to visualize what he said was, “the struggles of a people to create a nation and their attempt to build a democracy.” Those 60 paintings were little known and little seen until now. In a first-ever exhibit, Salem’s Peabody Essex Museum has brought together the multi-paneled work for the first time in more than 50 years. “Jacob Lawrence: The American Struggle” is on view until April 26. Guest: Lydia Gordon - Associate curator of exhibitions and research at PEM You can find UTR on the web at https://www.wgbh.org/news/under-the-radar-with-callie-crossley Subscribe to our show wherever you get your podcasts. "Under the Radar with Callie Crossley" is produced by Franziska Monahan and engineered by Dave Goodman. Melissa Rosales is our intern. Our theme music is FISH AND CHIPS by #weare2saxys', Grace Kelly and Leo P. Under the Radar is a production of WGBH.
