Monday, August 31, 2009

Episode 141: Monogamy and Men

Monogamy is not a natural state, says author Hannah Holmes. Then the panel looks at emotional abuse and how it takes its toll. Listeners ask about alpha males and what's the best response by other males.

Guest: Hannah Holmes, "The Well-Dressed Ape"
Duration: 55:52 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 25.5 MB
Broadcast Date: May 19, 2009

Episode 139: Career Counseling; Opinions on Porn

Straight talk from career counselor Lindsay Pollack about making a two-year plan. Then, the WWYMS Roving Reporter brings in some opinions on porn.

Guest: Lindsay Pollack, "Getting from College to Career"
Duration: 53:57 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 24.7 MB
Broadcast Date: March 5, 2009

Episode 137: Jealousy Through the Ages; Commitment Fears

The panelists discuss the physical and emotional effects of jealousy. Does age lessen the intensity of those feelings? Then, a discussion on a fear of commitment, losing independence, and the cost of being in a committed relationship.

Duration: 56:37 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 25.9 MB
Broadcast Date: February 19, 2009

Episode 128: Porn Again? And Various Topics

The panel disagrees whether porn is an acceptable outlet. Then, different perceptions of cheating by men and women; binge drinking; returning home from college.

Duration: 51:33 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 23.6 MB
Broadcast Date: November 20, 2008

Episode 127: Don't Blame Me, Blame My Libido!

Behavioral economist Dan Ariely talks about the powerful impact sexual desire has on decision-making. Then, the panelists address listeners' questions about manicures and pedicures.

Guest: Dan Ariely, "Predictably Irrational"
Duration: 58:19 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 26.7 MB
Broadcast Date: November 13, 2008

Episode 125: This Is Your Brain on Drugs...and Love

It takes decades of drug and alcohol use to kill brain cells, according to neuroscientist Sam Wang, author of "Welcome to the Brain." Wang also describes how being in love affects the brain. The panelists then discuss intuition.

Guest: Sam Wang, "Welcome to the Brain"
Duration: 55:41 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 25.5 MB
Broadcast Date: October 30, 2008

Episode 123: Close Encounters; Oh Jealousy

Advice columnist Harlan Cohen discusses dealing with difficult roommates. Students compare notes on being up close and personal with the opposite sex in the dorms. WWYMS's Roving Reporter beings in stories about irritating roommates. The panel also takes on jealousy.

Guest: Harlan Cohen, "The Naked Roommate"
Duration: 56:37 File Type: Mp3 64 kbps 51.8 MB
Broadcast Date: October 16, 2008