Segment 1: The U.S. had a cozy relationship with Egyptian dictator Hosni Mubarak. That is, until his ultimate ouster nearly two years ago. Now, America’s diplomatic corps is negotiating a relationship with Egypt’s new leadership: the Muslim Brotherhood. On Tuesday, Harvard’s Tarek Masoud joins us to talk about the rise of Islamists and what…
Segment 1: If the polls are right, Salt Lake County voters are likely willing to shell out about $6 a year for improved parks and trails. But some argue this is not the right time for a tax hike. On Monday, we’ll hear more about Proposition 1. Guests: Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon…
Segment 1: Haunted houses are big business this time of year and scary movies are popular year round. Why are we drawn to the spooky, gory and tense in measured doses? On Wednesday, we explore the sociological and psychological appeal of managed fear. Guests: Dr. Mark Rubinfeld, sociologist, Westminster College Ashley Thorn, Wasatch Family Therapy…
Segment 1: From child welfare to truancy to how the criminal justice system handles prostitution, social work intersects with the law in many ways. And it’s these intersections that intrigue Dr. Corey Shdaimah. She wonders how practitioners and the people who are the target of policies respond to programs they view as unjust or ineffective.…
Segment 1: The Utah Performing Arts Center is emerging as a centerpiece of a vibrant downtown Salt Lake City. So what will the venue look like? City leaders are asking the public to weigh in during the design phase and on Thursday, we’ll hear about the vision for the UPAC structure. Guests: Mike Vela,…
Segment 1: For over 500 years, people have marveled at the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci. The son of a gentleman and a peasant woman, da Vinci distinguished himself as a master painter early on, but his imaginations led him beyond the art world, from designing a tank to imagining a helicopter to…
Segment 1: To say Robert Sabuda makes pop-up books is accurate, but understated. Sabuda’s 3-D creations are as much impressive works of art and engineering as they are endearing children’s stories. On Thursday, the New York Times best-selling author joins us to talk about his passion for pop-up. Guest: Robert Sabuda Robert Sabuda…
Segment 1: A new study out of BYU and Princeton shows that women speak less in meetings when they are outnumbered by men. On Tuesday, we’ll talk about group dynamics and gender, and what the study means for women climbing the corporate ladder. Guests: Chris Karpowitz, BYU Jennifer Smith, Zions Bank Segment…
Segment 1: The Utah of the 21st century is known for its social and political conservatism, but surprisingly, the Beehive State has a long tradition of radical movements. From creating the communal United Order movement by pioneer settlers to electing members of the Socialist Party of America to local offices, Utah hasn’t always been…
Segment 1: Too many women around the world face forced prostitution, sex trafficking and gender-based violence. But a movement against the oppression of women and girls declares that the global community is finally ready to take the issue head on. On Monday, we’ll talk about the Half the Sky movement and ways women are fighting…
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