Human Interest: Exploring Humanity
Human Interest: Exploring Humanity
Human Interest
Podcast on Important Social Topics of Today
I’m mourning. With a total stranger. Over waffles.
“They think I’m your sugar daddy,” joked George to Tia as they walked across the crowded diner to their table. Sometimes complete strangers make the best companions. Listen to Tia as she describes one of the most memorable breakfasts of her life. Story told by Tia Carter
May 31, 2017
4 min
How to educate your friend about stereotypes
It’s easy to label a person, a culture or a religion; and, unfortunately, once someone’s mind is made up, it’s pretty hard to change it. That said, Matt gave it a shot. Listen in as Matt describes how he handled being labeled by a classmate, and what he did about it. Story told by Matt Bernstein
May 31, 2017
5 min
How to get into the best high school? Eavesdrop.
What if where you sat in french class dramatically altered your life forever? Rob’s story provides a glimpse into how competitive, and often unfair, the high school placement process is, and just how powerful a hunch can be. Story told by Robert Louis-Charles
May 31, 2017
7 min
“That class isn’t for you.” Race in small town Missouri
How do high school students handle racism? Hannah shares how her decision to enroll in a 10th grade African American Literature class led to some uncomfortable revelations about life in her hometown. Story told by Hannah Miller
May 31, 2017
4 min