When it comes to infectious diseases, tuberculosis is now the second leading cause of death in the world. Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert learn about the resurgence of drug-resistant TB. They also take a close look at a new report out on relationship between voucher schools and religious education and find out how to “hack” happiness.
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TB: The Silent Killer
Drug-resistant tuberculosis is on the rise in some parts of the world. A documentary filmmaker discusses the human toll of TB as he explored it up close in Swaziland.
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The Public Funds Teaching Of Creationism Through Voucher Schools
As the number of voucher schools increase, more taxpayer money is funding religious education like creationism and intelligent design, which are not taught in public schools.
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How We Can Put Our Personal Data To Work For Us
In the digital age, the personal data we provide via social media and other websites means big bucks to tech companies. But what if we could put this data to work for us? An author describes how taking control of our own personal data can help better understand ourselves, and increase our happiness.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Cynthia Schuster Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Chris Malina Producer
- Jezza Neumann Guest
- Stephanie Simon Guest
- John Havens Guest
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