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Lucy
Paleoanthropology
Walter Capps
Human Evolution
Homelessness
Affordable Housing
Australopithecus Afarensis
Australopithecus
Bipedality
Vietnam War
Democracy
Guaranteed Basic Income
Dietary Adaptations
Savannah Hypothesis
Workforce Development
California
Brain Evolution
Congress
Bipedalism
Hominid Evolution

Find an eclectic collection of authors, philosophers, filmmakers and thinkers who explore essential aspects of what makes us human. Visit uctv.tv/humanities

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A common model of AI suggests that there is a single measure of intelligence, often called AGI, and that AI systems are agents who can possess more or less of this intelligence. Cognitive science, in contrast, suggests that there are multiple forms o... more

How are Indigenous communities in the U.S. facing challenges to their ways of life in the current political moment? Focusing on questions concerning repatriation, land access, education, and diverse forms of sovereignty, our panelists explore the int... more

Poetry becomes more approachable when it reflects everyday language, humor, and lived experience. San Diego Poet Laureate Paola Capó-García explores how graduate study, mentorship, and workshops shape her writing and sense of voice. Capó-García descr... more

Rudeness is not just annoying. John O’Brien, psychologist and author of "Rudeness Rehab," links everyday rudeness to stress and even broader health outcomes, including differences in life expectancy. Series: "Osher UC San Diego Distinguished Lecture ... more

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Dr. John O'Brien
Licensed psychologist, professional speaker, and author of Rudeness Rehab
Episode: Dealing with Difficult People
Dr. Grace Kao
Professor of Ethics and inaugural Roy I. Sano and Kathleen A. Thomas Sano Professor in Pacific and Asian American Theology at Claremont School of Theology, founding co-director of the Center for Sexuality, Gender and Religion.
Claremont School of Theology
Episode: Righting Wrong When Sorry Isn’t Enough: Constructing an Asian American Theology of Reparations with Grace Yia-Hei Kao
Daphne Di Cinto
Filmmaker exploring Afro-Italian history.
Episode: Afro Italians: Stories of Resistance Renaissance and Community
Medhin Paolos
Filmmaker delving into Eritrean history and identity.
Episode: Afro Italians: Stories of Resistance Renaissance and Community
Dr. Erin Kobetz
Professor of Medicine and Public Health Sciences, Inaugural Chief Health Equity Officer at the University of Miami.
University of Miami
Episode: Cervical Cancer Prevention Innovation and Community Based Research
John Pérez
Former California Assembly Speaker and UC Regent Emeritus
UC Regents
Episode: Addressing Antisemitism on Campus: Lessons from History Challenges for Today
Dr. Robert Williams
CEO and Finci-Viterbi Chair of the USC Shoah Foundation
USC Shoah Foundation
Episode: Addressing Antisemitism on Campus: Lessons from History Challenges for Today
Melissa Wilcox
Professor and Holstein Family & Community Chair of Religious Studies
University of California, Riverside
Episode: Dodging the Sisters: Why Queer Nuns Keep Going Viral
Juan Campo
Chair of the Department of Religious Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Episode: Dodging the Sisters: Why Queer Nuns Keep Going Viral

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Henry DeVries
Host of Osher Author Talk and related media projects.

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Paola Capó-García: Poet Laureate on Humor Intimacy and Voice in Poetry
Q: What advice do you have for young people contemplating going into the arts and humanities?
Do what you love and develop yourself as a communicator; it will open diverse career options and you'll find a community in those programs.
The Soul – Spirit is My Altar with Marta Moreno Vega
Q: In Puerto Rico, is there an intentional revival to promote the Yoruba language?
Puerto Rico is a colony with a colonized school system, and there are efforts to bring Yoruba priests to help with cultural preservation.
The Soul – Spirit is My Altar with Marta Moreno Vega
Q: Is there a connection between serpent, Lekumi, Santeria, Condomble?
The serpent is a figure that appears in most traditions, especially in Vodou and Congo traditions, seen as an energy force rather than negative.
Panic!: Swoon
Q: Could you share how your educational background impacted your filmmaking?
Kalin reflects on his time at art school during a period rich in theoretical influences like Foucault, which shaped his understanding of power and representation in his work.
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Q: What were some of your visual influences when it came to crafting the film?
Kalin mentions Robert Bresson's "Pickpocket" as a significant influence, focusing on fluidity in visual storytelling and prompting audience interpretation.

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A thoughtful, intellectually diverse show that explores what makes humans tick through conversations with authors, filmmakers, philosophers, and scholars. Episodes span child development and AI, poetry, spirituality, cinema history, and social justice, often pairing rigorous ideas with accessible storytelling. The program tends to feature experts who translate complex theories into relatable insights, with a notable emphasis on the interplay between culture, technology, and personal experience. Listeners likely appreciate deep-dive discussions, interdisciplinary perspectives, and guest voices that blend academic rigor with practical resonance. This mix makes it a strong fit for audiences who enjoy thoughtful analysis, behind-the-scenes crea... more

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2. Dr. Grace Kao
3. Daphne Di Cinto
4. Medhin Paolos
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7. Dr. Robert Williams
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