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Think is a daily, topic-driven interview and call-in program hosted by Krys Boyd covering a wide variety of topics ranging from history, politics, current events, science, technology and emerging trends to food and wine, travel, adventure, and entertainment.

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For millions of Americans, health care benefits come from their jobs and now small businesses are finding they can no longer afford to offer them. Bob Herman, STAT’s business of health care reporter, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss how the end of sub... more

The San Andreas fault in California should produce a sizeable earthquake about every 150 years and it’s starting to worry some that it hasn’t. Rong-Gong Lin II joins host Krys Boyd to discuss what has scientists on edge about a massive fault line tha... more

A.I. and drones are changing warfare are the U.S. and its allies ready to meet the challenge? Yaroslav Trofimov, Chief Foreign-Affairs Correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss why billions invested in new tanks, plan... more

Colombia is known for its illicit drug trade and now cartels there are counterfeiting U.S. dollars. Yudhijit Bhattacharjee is a contributing writer for The New York Times Magazine who reports on transnational crime, national security and science. He ... more

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Rong Lin
Los Angeles Times reporter specializing in statewide earthquake safety, natural disasters, public health, and extreme weather
Los Angeles Times
Episode: Is California overdue for the Big One?
Yaroslav Trofimov
Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent for The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: The high-tech weapons changing how we fight wars
Yudhijit Bhattacharjee
Contributing writer on transnational crime, national security, and science for The New York Times Magazine
The New York Times Magazine
Episode: Colombia’s counterfeit cartel
John Semley
Writer and researcher; Harper's Magazine contributor
Harper's Magazine
Episode: The demise of the open casket funeral
Stephanie Fairyington
Journalist who writes about gender, sexuality, family, and parenting
Author of Ugly, A Letter to My Daughter
Episode: Ugly is a four letter word
Tyler Pager
White House correspondent for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Marco Rubio is pulling the strings in Caracas
Katie Engelhart
Staff writer for The New York Times Magazine, author of The Pain of Caring for a Parent Who Abused You
The New York Times Magazine
Episode: Bad parents need elder care, too
Annette Gordon-Reed
Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University; author/editor of Jefferson on Race, a Reader
Harvard University
Episode: What Jefferson really thought about race
Fay Bound-Alberti
Founder of the Centre for Technology and the Body, King's College London; leads Interface
King's College London
Episode: The cultural evolution of your face

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Krys Boyd
Host of Think offering in-depth interviews across topics including history, politics, science, education and culture; affiliated with KERA Dallas.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Weak not Think.

    15 minutes is all the time required to listen.

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    JNLCIA
    United States4 months ago
  • Kris Boyd for the win

    My mother came up with Terry Gross; much as I love her, Kris Boyd is my Terry Gross. I love her every interview. Boyd brings a perfect balance of intelligence and empathy, cutting to the meat of a story with sharp questions and building a rapport with her guests that is deeply impressive. She elevates my week and enriches my mind, in a way that feels like entertainment rather than work. Thanks to KERA’s Think I am constantly learning about subjects way out of my normal range of interests, and th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoveNightfall
    Norway7 months ago
  • great podcast, horrible audio

    Can you get a professional audio engineer to oversee your production? The podcast sounds as if the host is under water or speaking into a pillow. Really hard on the ears.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    a speck of stardust
    United States7 months ago
  • Keys Boyd is perfect, she

    … is intelligent not a shock seeker! Her voice projects so well. The people she interviews are happy with her questions. I just cozy in someplace, listen, and learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al’s daughter
    United Statesa year ago
  • PANS and PANDAS

    Similar issue as the inflammation in the brain

    Would it be possible to research or report on this immunocompromised span of people that have been misdiagnosed w other diseases???

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Prosa660727
    United Statesa year ago

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A subset feels some episodes lack balance or pace, but overall high regard for guest selections and delivery.
Listeners praise the host's preparation and thoughtful questions.
Many listeners find the show consistently informative and engaging.

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Is California overdue for the Big One?
Q: What practical steps can individuals take right now to improve personal and family safety in the event of a major quake, beyond waiting for building codes to catch up?
Individuals should secure tall furniture to walls, remove hazards like unstrapped glass, keep shoes and a flashlight accessible, maintain a basic supply kit for several days, and have a family communication plan and neighborhood check-in strategy, since early days after a quake are chaotic and self-reliant until help can arrive.
Is California overdue for the Big One?
Q: There's a lot of talk about retrofitting brick and concrete buildings. How effective are these measures in reducing casualties, and what are the main barriers to implementing them widely?
Retrofitting vulnerable brick, soft-storey, and non-ductile concrete buildings has proven to reduce death tolls when done timely and comprehensively, but barriers include cost, regulatory inertia, and the political will of city leadership. Economic arguments can be persuasive when framed around long-term safety and continuity of rent flows, yet progress varies by city.
Is California overdue for the Big One?
Q: You've described magnitude escalation in a way that makes the difference between a 7.8 and an 8.0 quake feel enormous. Can you explain how scientists estimate these magnitudes from historical events and what a modern 7.9 might mean for planning?
Experts reconstruct magnitude from damage patterns, ground offsets, and trenching along faults, and compare seismograph data and historical records. A magnitude increase translates to dramatically more energy release and broader, more intense shaking across large regions, which drastically changes casualty and infrastructure risk, underscoring the need for widespread retrofit and robust emergency planning.
The demise of the open casket funeral
Q: How does public perception, like that sparked by The American Way of Death, influence the industry today?
That book helped shape an enduring stereotype of funeral directors; while the industry reformed some practices, the image persists in popular culture and continues to color conversations about value and trust.
The demise of the open casket funeral
Q: Why has there been a shift away from open casket viewings, and what does that mean for the craft going forward?
Costs, environmental considerations, and changing cultural norms have reduced demand for multi-day viewings, which burdens the profession and pushes restorative artistry toward a more specialized or freelance model rather than in-house parlor work.

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What is Think from KERA about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thought-provoking, wide-ranging interview series that covers science, technology, society, economics, and culture through in-depth conversations with researchers, journalists, policymakers, and authors. Episodes often explore how big ideas play out in education, health, policy, and everyday life, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, evidence, and real-world implications. The show frequently features expert guests who illuminate complex topics for a general audience, and it is known for thoughtful questions, clear explanations, and a calm, analytical tone. Distinctive elements include a steady cadence of rigorous yet accessible discourse, a willingness to tackle controversial or timely subjects, and guests spanning academia, media,... more

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1. Rong Lin
2. Yaroslav Trofimov
3. Yudhijit Bhattacharjee
4. John Semley
5. Stephanie Fairyington
6. Tyler Pager
7. Katie Engelhart
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