Looking for something to spook your nerves this Halloween? You're in luck, because this episode is the perfect blend between scary and science! We'll be looking at the creepiest hauntings and some humanistic and scientific undertones of such experiences... rest assured, you'll go to bed soothed and with an expanded mind towards all things gory and creepy!
Earlier this month, Austin hosted its annual ACL Festival - the very heart and soul of early October! Dive into this podcast episode to learn more about the history of the festival and how it all comes together for thousands of festival goers!
Welcome to The Unfinished Mind Podcast! Join our new co-host Ayush on his very first episode appearance along with Sowmya and Athitiya as they interview Dr. Reese and explore the history and intricacies of conspiracy theories! We promise, you'll be spiraling to learn more! Listen now on spotify...
Join our hosts Sowmya and Athitiya as they discuss street food, food truck culture, and some of the best street food in Austin!
In 1993, the World Wide Web was launched to the public. Since then, digital culture has grown and evolved, with social media giving a level of connection that the world had never seen. Join our hosts as they take a tour through 30 years of our digital culture, from Facebook adults, to Snapchat streaks, to intense political implications.
Join us as we explore the sonic landscapes that have shaped generations, igniting movements and inspiring change across the globe. How is it that these iconic pop anthems sparked social justice movements, played roles in presidential campaigns, and moved people to put millions of dollars toward a cause?
Join us this week as we explore the indispensable and unique roles animals play in our society, from therapy dogs offering comfort to those in need, to rats detecting land mines, to elephants being used in warfare. Our hosts visit the highs and lows of how animals are used for the benefit of humans, including the history of our relationship with our neighbors on earth and how ethics have changed over time.
Join our hosts as they welcome special guest Aaditi Mahajan in exploring eastern medicine. Mahajan is a doctor of Ayurveda, a medical art originating in India that focuses on natural wellness based around five elements. Ayurveda involves treatments that have been used for thousands of years, with the goal of achieving balance and wellbeing of the body. Tune in today to get a crash course in the diversity of eastern medicine, and discover some Ayurvedic treatments that Mahajan believes college students should know.
Chemistry! Philosophy! Archaeology! And more! Join our hosts this week for a special episode on the annual Chautauqua event hosted by the Polymathic Scholars. This event is one of many based in tradition that celebrates lifelong learning. This year’s theme was “Edge of Knowing,”where a panel of speakers from multiple disciplines shared their perspectives on pushing the boundaries of what is known today.
Tune in for a very special episode as our hosts welcome Dr. Arturo De Lozanne as a guest. Dr. De Lozanne is a professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences and has played an integral role in the Polymathic Scholars program. Join the hosts as they honor him, his stories, and his achievements in his last year as a professor at UT.
What is the difference between poisons, toxins, drugs, and venoms? Is alcohol a poison, and could allergies be considered a form of poisoning? Find the answer in this week’s episode.
The film industry had to come a long way before we were able to watch our favorite actors and actresses win Oscars or see film trailers at SXSW. Tune in today to explore the history and diversity of the world of film.
Sacred, inspiring, fascinating, dying - why do we see trees this way? Join our hosts this Friday as they discuss why trees hold such cultural significance, as well as what forest loss might mean for the Earth.
Why is our society enraptured by shows like The Bachelor, Survivor, and Hell’s Kitchen? Join our hosts this Friday as they discuss the psychology behind reality TV, and why the success and humiliation of strangers draws in an audience in the hundreds of millions.
Discover both the real and fantastical world of space travel in this week’s new episode. Join out hosts as they talk about how it’s possible to survive in space, from Star Trek to the Space Race.
What is a sport? Is chess, pool, or gaming a sport? Join our hosts for today’s episode on the impact of sports on society, from cornhole to the Super Bowl.
One of the most famous polymaths, Leonardo Da Vinci, designed his “ornithopter” flying machine in 1488. In 1903, the Wright Brothers completed the first successful powered flight. In 1947, the Bell X-1 was the first aircraft to break the sound barrier. Join our hosts in this week’s episode to discuss all things Flight.
From tattoos, to piercings, to lip plugs, to corsets, humans use their body as a canvas for expression. With the help of archaeological evidence, we know that people have been modifying their bodies for over 5000 years. Tune in to join our hosts in discussion the history and significance of these various forms of art.
AI is becoming increasingly present in our lives, from using ChatGPT to write an essay to talking with a customer service chatbot. Join The Unfinished Mind this week to explore the unexpected ways AI is being used today as well as the moral and ethical dilemmas that is poses.