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Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Mike Rinder: A Billion Years
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Rinder, one of the highest-ranking defectors from Scientology, exposes the secret inner workings of this powerful organization in his new memoir ...
Brian McDonald: Five Floors Up
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McDonald is accustomed to telling other people's stories. His books have been prime sources in several television documentaries and the sole ins...
Hayley Arceneaux: Wild Ride
Contributed by Lukas
The youngest American to ever orbit the earth—cancer survivor, Hayley Arceneaux, believes that when we face our fears with hope and faith, extraordi...
Jason Umidi: Jesus + Seltzer
Contributed by Lukas
Former actor and model Jason Umidi nearly lost everything after years of heavy drinking and drug addiction. In his book “Jesus + Seltzer: Stories an...
Samuel C. Spitale: How to Win the War on Truth
Contributed by Lukas
In a culture where we are bombarded with information, and often mis-information, how do you know what’s true? Author Samuel C. Spitale’s new book ...
Robots Among Us: A Conversation With Dr. Dennis Hong
Contributed by Lukas
What was once the stuff of science fiction has become reality. Robots are being used today for everything from fixing automobiles to exploring space, ...
Patti McCracken Uncovers ‘History’s Most Astonishing Murder Ring’
Contributed by Lukas
It is a story that reads like one of today’s popular fiction crime novels — a 1920s village midwife known as “Auntie Suzy” had a knack for mur...
Crafting the Fantastic: A Conversation With Bruce McAllister
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the mesmerizing mind of acclaimed science fiction author Bruce McAllister. McAllister’s first story, “The Faces Outside,” was publish...
Carl Sferrazza Anthony Discusses 'Camera Girl: The Coming of Age of Jackie Bouvier Kennedy'
Contributed by Lukas
She is perhaps one of the world’s most iconic figures. Jacqueline Kennedy captivated the nation and the rest of the world with her intelligence, bea...
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt: 'Wake Up With Purpose'
Contributed by Lukas
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt took the world by storm as the chaplain for the 2018 Loyola Chicago Final Four men's basketball team. And last year she ce...
Jaime Green: The Possibility of Life
Contributed by Lukas
Could there be life beyond our planet? It’s a question that has captivated our imaginations for centuries, and one that scientists continue to explo...
A Conversation With Jazz Icon Herb Alpert
Contributed by Lukas
At the age of eight, Herb Alpert was drawn to the trumpet in a music appreciation class in his elementary school. He went on to master the instrument,...
Karen Grassle: Bright Lights, Prairie Dust
Contributed by Lukas
Fans may know her best for her portrayal of “Ma” on the popular television series Little House on the Prairie, but Karen Grassle has also had a fa...
From Memory to Manuscript: Ruta Sepetys Explores How To Unlock The Stories Within You
Contributed by Lukas
Born as the daughter of a Lithuanian refugee, best-selling author Ruta Sepetys has harnessed the power of story to highlight the lives of those who wo...
Scott Eyman on Charlie Chaplin Beyond The Screen
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Known as one of the greatest entertainers in movie history, Charlie Chaplin rose to fame in the silent films of the nineteen-hundreds, and created one...
Katy Milkman: Unveiling the Secrets of Lasting Change
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for a new start? Want to begin some new habits? It turns out science can help you get from where you are to where you want to be. Award-winnin...
Clancy Martin: How Not to Kill Yourself
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The last time Clancy Martin tried to kill himself was in his basement with a dog leash. It was one of over 10 suicide attempts throughout the course ...
Hampton Court Palace: 500 Years of History
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the Tudors to the Windsors - intrigue, scandals, and power took center stage within the halls of the magnificent and breathtaking Hampton Court P...
A Conversation With Filmmaker Jerry Aronson
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From his early days in photography capturing President Eisenhower to the gripping tales of Native American lives in "The Divided Trail" and the enviro...
Americans in London: Benjamin Franklin, Jimi Hendrix, Sam Wanamaker
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Take a trip to London, England. Host (and native Brit) Alan Campbell took a trip "across the pond" to visit the home of Benjamin Franklin, Jimi Hendri...
Alan Cosgrove: Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
They have performed for over 950,000 Fleetwood Mac fans across the world to date, and they have garnered over 100-million views across YouTube. How do...
Jill Duggar: Counting the Cost
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jill Duggar Dillard grew up as star on the hit TLC reality TV show “19 Kids and Counting.“ She was the first Duggar daughter to marry, and over 4....
Eerie Excursions: Unearthing the Mysteries of America's Cemeteries and Tombstone Tourism
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a spine-tingling journey through the realm of the departed. We’re unearthing the secrets of cemeteries with two exciting guests. YouTu...
Douglas Brunt: The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed novelist Douglas Brunt served as CEO of a tech company until he decided to become an author. Now he writes full time and hosts a popular pod...
Dr. Terry Lindvall: Exploring the Work of Literary Giant C.S. Lewis
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the magical world of Narnia to the thoughtful exploration of the Christian faith found in the pages of “Mere Christianity,” author C.S. Lewis...
Remembering Patsy Cline
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Music legend Patsy Cline was born as Virginia Patterson Hensley in Winchester, Virginia. From humble beginnings she rose to become known as one of cou...
Capturing Truth: A Conversation with Renowned Documentary Filmmaker John Scheinfeld
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When his parents took him to a local movie theatre to see Lawrence of Arabia at the age of 12, John Scheinfeld was completely captivated and began to ...
Jonathan Losos: The Cat’s Meow
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do lions and tigers meow? Why does your cat keep leaving dead mice on the doorstep? From ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics to the vast array of modern ca...
Trumpeting Success: Chris Botti's Journey in Music
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed trumpeter Chris Botti has collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lad...
A Conversation With Jazz Artist Kat Edmonson
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Born in Texas, Kat Edmonson was raised on the music and film of the early-to-mid-twentieth century, and she has been writing songs since she was a lit...
The Crappy Childhood Fairy: Anna Runkle on CPTSD
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
By the time she was in her 20s, Anna Runkle was struggling with anxiety, depression, and chronic pain that seemed to have no cause. Therapist after th...
Unveiling the Joys of Solitude: Amy Key's Journey
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We enter a world where romantic love takes a backseat, and the vibrant hues of independence and self-discovery shine through. Using Joni Mitchell's ic...
Katy Kelleher: 'The Ugly History of Beautiful Things'
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Crushed beetle shells in our lipstick? Burnt cow bones baked into our dishware? This week, we are uncovering the hidden stories behind the beautiful o...
Stephen M.R. Covey: The Importance of Trust
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you trust your coworkers and company leaders? Leadership expert Stephen M. R. Covey says trust is the most critical component of a successful organ...
Sergio Mendes: Six Decades of Joy From Music
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From his pioneering contributions to bossa nova to the era-defining Latin-pop sound of his iconic group Brasil ’66, Brazilian artist Sergio Mendes e...
Feasting on Stoic Wisdom: David Fideler Reveals Insights from ‘Breakfast with Seneca’
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ancient stoic philosopher Seneca provided time-tested wisdom in his day. Does any of it still apply? Author and speaker David Fideler says it does - a...
More to Life: A Conversation With Os Guinness
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and prominent social critic Os Guinness believes there are moments in our lives that prompt us to search for a deeper meaning. Sociologist Pete...
Richard Sterban: From Elvis to Elvira
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He went from a background singer for Elvis to singing center stage with one of the most well-known quartets in music history. Richard Sterban, bass si...
Holly Harris: Relentless Survivor
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Human trafficking, gangs, drugs — Holly Harris never expected these things to become a part of her life. But at just 19 years old, her choices led h...
Sally Harris: Parenting Defiant Adult Children
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When her daughter’s life spiraled out of control, Sally Harris found her own life in a tailspin. Her daughter had been traveling down a self-destruc...
Brad Buchanan On Being A Chimera
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Few people have survived the nightmare of a stem cell transplant gone sideways. Poet and professor Brad Buchanan was diagnosed with a rare form of T-c...
Hollywood, Teach Us To Pray
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new documentary by local university professors examines the role of prayer in movies. From devout religious ritual to irreverent monologues played f...
Music of the Beatles with Tom Payne
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
March marks the 60th anniversary of the release of the Beatles’ debut studio album “Please Please Me,” and die-hard fans remember where they wer...
Stacy Pearsall: After Action on PBS
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As an Air Force photographer, Stacy Pearsall traveled to over 41 countries, served in three combat tours, and earned a Bronze Star Medal—but when sh...
Five Generations in the Workplace with Haydn Shaw
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many of today’s workplaces feature 5 different generations — a factor that sometimes leads to misunderstandings and irritation due to generational...
A World of Wonder: Exploring The Science of Awe With Dr. Dacher Keltner
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time something left you in awe? Maybe it was staring at the millions of stars in a vast night sky or marveling at the birth of a chi...
Holly Knight: I Am The Warrior
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Throughout the 1980s, singer/songwriter Holly Knight composed anthems that became the soundtrack for millions of people’s lives. In her new book, "I...
A Fortunate Chat With Lemony Snicket
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writing as Lemony Snicket, author Daniel Handler has given countless children important life lessons about tragic accidents, conspiracies, reptiles, s...
Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less by Leidy Klotz
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Engineering professor Leidy Klotz says human beings are wired to add, not subtract. In fact, he says we're twice as disappointed to lose something as ...
Dr. Randall Bell: Post-Traumatic Thriving
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Randall Bell is an economist and a sociologist who boasts the nickname "Master of Disaster." He's been a consultant for hundreds of catastrophes, ...
Joshua Coombes: Do Something For Nothing
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It started with one haircut."One evening in the spring of 2015, I was on my way to a friend's house after work. I didn't make it. I walked past a man ...
Donna Francart: "I've Seen Dead People"
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Several years ago, Donna Francart started volunteering for a community crisis response team. She became aware of her innate compassion in dealing with...
Jeb Corliss: The Human Bird
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jeb Corliss has jumped off the Eiffel Tower, the Seattle Space Needle, the statue of Christ in Rio de Janeiro, and more. If you wonder what makes a da...
Greg Melville: Over My Dead Body
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are approximately 10 times more burial grounds in the U.S. than there are McDonalds, and author Greg Melville believes each one has its own stor...
Remembering Patsy Cline
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Music legend Patsy Cline was born as Virginia Patterson Hensley in Winchester, Virginia. From humble beginnings she rose to become known as one of cou...
Dr. Paul Marik: Physicians in the Age of Covid
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Healing or harming? That's the question Dr. Paul Marik faced as the COVID-19 pandemic spread through the country. Until last year, Marik was a profess...
Nathalia Holt: Wise Gals--The Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You might not know about four women who helped develop the Central Intelligence Agency in the Cold War era. That’s a testament to their skill; they ...
Lyell Asher: Why Colleges are Becoming Cults
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Lyell Asher is the creator of the popular video series, “Why Colleges Are Becoming Cults,” where he gives an analysis of university acad...
Americans in London: Benjamin Franklin, Jimi Hendrix, Sam Wanamaker
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Watching America, we take a trip to London, England. Host (and native Brit) Alan Campbell took a trip "across the pond" to visit the home...
Lynne Fenton: Aurora
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Lynne Fenton is the psychiatrist who treated the mass shooter who attacked patrons of a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado. In this episode of Watc...
Antonio Salazar-Hobson: Antonio, We Know You
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Antonio Salazar-Hobson was kidnapped from his home in Mexico at the age of four. He was trafficked for several years at a famous ranch in California, ...
Nolan Gasser's "Why You Like It: The Science & Culture of Musical Taste"
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you hear the striking of a chord, there is far more going on than just moving air particles. Music incites emotional and often physical sensation...
Ellen Vora: The Anatomy of Anxiety
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Watching America, host Alan Campbell discusses the increasingly common issue of anxiety with psychiatrist and author Ellen Vora. In...
John Gleeson: The Gotti Wars
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John Gotti was the first celebrity crime boss. His ability to beat criminal charges inspired one of his nicknames: “The Teflon Don.” John Gleeson...
Kellyanne Conway: Here's the Deal
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lawyer and pollster Kellyanne Conway was thrust into the spotlight when she became presidential candidate Donald Trump’s campaign manager, and after...
Jacob Mchangama: Free Speech (from Socrates to Social Media)
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob Mchangama is a Danish lawyer and human-rights advocate who has worked with Columbia’s Global Freedom of Expression Center in New York and the ...
Grant Golliher: Think Like a Horse
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Horseman and horse whisperer Grant Golliher’s experience training animals began in childhood, but he rejected the aggressive tactics used in mule an...
Steve Wilson: Why Do We Laugh?
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Humans are born with the ability to laugh and smile. It is built into our nervous system. In this episode of Watching America, we hear from psychologi...
Ethan Kross: "Chatter"
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you hear voices ... inside your head? Well, we all do. The secret, according to Dr. Ethan Kross, is to manage the way we talk to ourselves. In this...
Reuben Miller: "Halfway Home--Race, Punishment, and the Afterlife of Incarceration"
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Reuben Miller says the American justice system does not aim to rehabilitate people who commit crime. Instead, he says programs like parole create ...
Dave Rubin: "Don't Burn This Country"
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Don’t Burn This Book” by social commenter and comedian Dave Rubin is a New York Times Bestseller. He just released a follow-up: “Don’t Burn...
Sarah Fay: "Pathological-The True Story of Six Misdiagnosis"
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” (DSM) is referred to as the Bible of Psychiatry. Like any scripture, it has nonbelieve...
L. A. Rivera Colon: “Living Between Cultures: From Borinquen to Hollywood”
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Watching America, we hear from civil rights activist, Hollywood newscaster, educator, and public speaker Luis Alberto Rivera Colon....
Ken Coleman: From Paycheck to Purpose
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bestselling author Ken Coleman is called “America’s Career Coach.” He hosts a nationally syndicated radio program about meaningful work, but he’...
Peter Alagona: The Accidental Ecosystem
15 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wildlife is declining across the globe. But environmental historian Dr. Peter Alagona says a whole new ecosystem is developing as wild animals move in...
Lt. Governor Winsome Sears
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Winsome Earle Sears has served in Virginia as a Delegate and on the state’s Board of Education. In January, 2022, she became the state’s Lieutenan...
Sex Addiction
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a surprising and sometimes difficult conversation about sex addiction with psychologist Nicole Prause; Erica Garza, author of "Getting Off: On...
8 Seconds: Professional Bull Rider Bryan Titman
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bryan Titman has been a sportsman since he was a child. He received a football scholarship to college, but he ended up pursuing his hearts dream: bull...
Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence with Anna Lembke, MD
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Anna Lembke is the Medical Director of Addiction Medicine at Stanford University Medical School. In this episode of Watching America, she talks ab...
Jason D. Hill: What Do White Americans Owe Black People?
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Philosopher Jason D. Hill explores the concept of “inherited guilt” through moral and practical lenses in his latest book, “What Do White Americ...
Colonel Hennadiy Kovalenko: Military Insights Into Russia's Threat to Ukraine
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Expected Russian aggression against Ukraine has dominated the news, but the situation may be difficult to understand. On this episode of Watching Amer...
Daniel Pink: The Power of Regret
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Regret is something we’d all prefer to avoid. Regrettably, we can’t. Bestselling author Daniel Pink has studied regret extensively. On this episo...
"Dark Night of the Soul" with Gina Gambony
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Watching America harks back to 2019 when host Dr. Alan Campbell asked to interview the show’s senior producer, Gina Gambony. The top...
Faisal Al Mutar: Ideas Beyond Borders
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
According to Faisal Al Mutar, less than 1% of internet content is available in Arabic, creating a bubble of misinformation for many Arabic speakers. A...
Notes from the End of a Very Long Life with John Leland
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Journalism tends to look away from people at the end of life, especially at the undramatic end of a long life… Aging may be an ordinary bodily pr...
Megan Fairchild: The Ballerina Mindset (not just for ballerinas)
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ballet performance appears glamorous and effortless to audiences; in reality, it requires grueling mental and physical discipline. Megan Fairchild bel...
"Miserable Holiday Stories" with Alex Bernstein
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Bernstein is a comedian and the award-winning author of the “Miserable” series of books (Miserable Adventure Stories, Miserable Holiday Stori...
Poetic Song Verse: Blues-Based Popular Music & Poetry with Mike Mattison and Ernest Suarez
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Singer-songwriter Mike Mattison is an award-winning musician and founding member of Scrapomatic and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Ernest Suarez is the David M...
A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century by Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did evolution prepare us for modern times? According to two evolutionary biologists, the modern world is out of sync with our ancient brains and bodi...
Michael Shellenberger: San FranSicko
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author Michael Shellenberger is a Time magazine “Hero of the Environment” and writes on environmental issues for various publications...
Phil Donahue & Marlo Thomas on "What Makes a Marriage Last"
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Donahue (The Phil Donahue Show) and Marlo Thomas (That Girl) have been married for 40 years. They authored a book last year titled “What Makes ...
Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less by Leidy Klotz
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Engineering professor Leidy Klotz says human beings are wired to add, not subtract. In fact, he says we're twice as disappointed to lose something as ...
Laurence Leamer: "Capote's Women"
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Truman Capote’s social life amongst the rich and famous is the latest topic examined by acclaimed biographer, Laurence Leamer. “Capote’s Women: ...
Niall Ferguson on "Doom: The Politics of Catastrophe"
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Times says Niall Ferguson is the “most brilliant British historian of his generation.” He hails from Scotland precisely, and he’s now a U.S....
Dr. Randall Bell: Post-Traumatic Thriving
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Randall Bell is an economist and a sociologist who boasts the nickname “Master of Disaster.” He’s been a consultant for hundreds of catastro...
FAIR: Bion Bartning & Daryl Davis discuss a "pro-human" approach to civil rights
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
FAIR (Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism) is a new organization founded by people from diverse backgrounds—its advisory board includes left-lea...
Larry Elder: A Conversation From 2019
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is an intimate conversation with controversial radio talk show host and author, Larry Elder. We hear about his childhood, his relationship with ...
J.W. Freiberg: Surrounded By Others, And Yet So Alone
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Studies show that loneliness has been on the rise in the United States—even before the pandemic. Social psychologist and lawyer, J. W. “Terry”...
Clarissa Ward: On All Fronts, The Education Of A Journalist
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Clarissa Ward has been reporting from Afghanistan as the Taliban takes control. Her compelling journalism from the streets of Kabul brings the reality...
Alan C. Logan: The Greatest Hoax On Earth
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Spielberg’s blockbuster film “Catch Me If You Can” brought the story of con man Frank W. Abagnale into widespread public awareness. But ...