Better study habits, Abortion pill challenges

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third grader reads under the watchful eyes of her teacher
In this April 18, 2019 photo, Elize’a Scott, a Key Elementary School third grade student, right, reads under the watchful eyes of teacher Crystal McKinnis, left, in Jackson, Miss. Rogelio V. Solis/AP Photo

A psychology and learning expert joins us to share better tips for studying. Then, we talk to a political science professor about the legal challenges to the abortion drug Mifepristone.

Featured in this Show

  • How psychology can help us study more effectively

    Highlighting, flashcards, and testing ourselves are just a few of the study methods students use in the lead up to a big exam. But what actually helps us learn? A psychology expert talks with us about the answers he found in his book Study Like a Champ: The Psychology-based Guide to Grade A Study Habits.

  • Legal future of abortion medication in question after conflicting rulings

    Two judges issued conflicting rulings about the legal future of the abortion drug mifepristone. We talk to a political science professor and legal expert about what the rulings mean and what could happen next.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Regan Gurung Guest
  • Susan Liebell Guest

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