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How can parents navigate the ever-widening array of digital entertainment and educational choices for their kids?

What makes falling in love so attractive that many of us do it again and again? We’ll talk this hour with Davy Rothbart.

What events precipitated the U.S.-Mexican War and how did the conflict influence our young country?

What do the holidays really mean and why do most of us only celebrate certain days as holidays?

How did Thomas Jefferson manage to inspire his colleagues to action, learn from his failures, and still succeed and what can we glean from his methods today?

What will happen when we’re able to alter the genetic code of plants, animals, and even ourselves to outsmart diseases, reduce waste, and create new sources of energy?

Which Texan women broke gender and racial barriers to run big ranches, lead towns, direct large banks, and ultimately change history?

How did a 16th Century artistic rivalry help fuel the Renaissance?

What can parents do to help their kids be comfortable with their identities as they come of age?

How do circadian rhythms and our exposure to light and dark influence both the quality of our sleep and resulting moods?