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Think from KERA

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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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Taylor Swift’s world tour was a huge hit, but will there be like it? Tom Wainwright, media editor at the Economist, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the rise of “local” entertainment, where artists want to appeal to a smaller segment of the population... more

Training to blast off in a rocket is one thing, but being the first mother in space turned out to be much harder. Anna Fisher was a NASA astronaut from 1996 to 2002, the chief of the Space Station branch of the Astronaut Office and the first mother i... more

Motherhood changes a woman’s brain in many ways and now we know dad’s minds are impacted, too. Darby Saxbe is a clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Southern California. She joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the change... more

The Department of Justice traditionally operated with a certain level of independence until President Trump took office. Devlin Barrett writes about the Justice Department and FBI for The New York Times, and he joins host Krys Boyd to discuss evidenc... more

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Darby Saxbe
Clinical psychologist and professor of psychology, author of Dad Brain
University of Southern California
Episode: There’s a dad bod and a dad brain
Devlin Barrett
Correspondent for The New York Times covering the Justice Department and the FBI
The New York Times
Episode: The new mission of the DOJ
David Sedaris
Author and essayist
Author of The Land and Its People
Episode: David Sedaris on the absurdity of aging
John Lee Anderson
Staff writer at The New Yorker, discussed Cuba policy and its history
The New Yorker
Episode: Is America a bad neighbor?
Arturo Soracán
Former Mexican ambassador to the United States (2007-2013)
Mexican government / diplomacy
Episode: Is America a bad neighbor?
Rose Gottemoeller
William J. Perry lecturer at the Center for International Security and Cooperation; research fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University
Stanford University / Hoover Institution / NATO
Episode: Do nukes still prevent wars?
Ian Bogost
Contributing writer at The Atlantic, Barbara and David Thomas Distinguished Professor at Washington University in St. Louis and an award-winning game designer
The Atlantic; Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: The joy of small moments
Ann Larson
Journalist and activist, wrote Cleanup on Aisle Five
Economic Hardship Reporting Project
Episode: To understand class, check out a grocery store
Gabrielle Glaser
Author and Frontline producer of Baby Brokers
Frontline
Episode: Why adoption tourism is booming in Utah

Host

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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JNLCIA
    United States3 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
    Norway6 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 States10 months 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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Audience notes strong depth and breadth across topics, with some concerns about perceived political slant.
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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The new mission of the DOJ
Q: Broadly speaking, what do we know about why Trump felt persecuted by the DOJ during the Biden administration?
The sense of persecution traces back to the Russia investigation and ongoing prosecutions that Trump viewed as politically motivated, which he frames as a pattern of aggression by federal authorities he could not control, ultimately fueling a broader narrative of hostility toward the department.
David Sedaris on the absurdity of aging
Q: You write about asking AI to write something in the style of David Sedaris. What did Chat GPT crank out when you requested that?
He recounts that a friend asked the AI to imitate his voice, found it lame, and concludes his own rewriting of the AI's text was the biggest laugh in the book, underscoring the current limitations of AI in matching his voice and surprise.
David Sedaris on the absurdity of aging
Q: So let's talk about walking. Your all-time record for a single day is 91,000 steps, which is about 43 miles. What is the relationship between how far you walk every day and how much credit you can get on your watch?
Sedaris describes using walking as a daily ritual, especially on tour, to maintain physical stamina and as a humorous fixation with his Apple Watch circles, balancing discipline with the desire to stay human and present rather than obsessing over data.
The revolutionary women who made America
Q: What do you mean by that?
The host clarifies that when looking at history, it's important to move beyond top-down narratives and seek out the experiences of women and other often overlooked groups, whose contributions were essential to the revolutionary effort.
Birds do it. Bees do it.: Parenting
Q: How natural is the modern nuclear family in light of the cooperative caretaking history?
Modern societies may idealize a nuclear unit, but research suggests humans evolved for communal care with several adults supporting children. The episode discusses how most communities historically and cross-culturally rely on broader networks of caregivers, challenging the notion that parenting should rest solely on two parents.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Think from KERA

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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2. Devlin Barrett
3. David Sedaris
4. John Lee Anderson
5. Arturo Soracán
6. Rose Gottemoeller
7. Ian Bogost
8. Ann Larson

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