A WPR music host talks about some of her department’s suggestions for music to listen to during uncertain times. Then a psychologist explains one connection between people’s optimism and their disobeying social distancing restrictions. And we look at why rural areas could be hit hard by COVID-19.
Featured in this Show
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Music Can Calm, Inspire And Energize During Uncertain Times
During challenging times, music is a great companion. It can calm, inspire, help us focus and a lot more. We hear what WPR music hosts are suggesting, and find out what you’re listening to!
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The Threats COVID-19 Poses To Rural Communities
Small hospitals and clinics in America’s rural areas are bracing for a surge in COVID-19 patients. We look at why some health experts are particularly concerned about the risks facing people in those communities.
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Psychology And Coronavirus: How Our 'Optimistic Bias' May Be Affecting Our Response
Despite warnings from public health officials and government leaders, some continue to ignore urges to practice social distancing. We talk to a psychology professor about why she thinks that may be tied to a tendency known in psychology research as the “optimistic bias.”
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Bill Martens Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Lori Skelton Guest
- John Eich Guest
- Marie Helweg-Larsen Guest
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