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Top of Mind with Julie Rose

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Mental Health
Social Media
Political Polarization
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Education
US Elections
Chronic Absenteeism
Voting By Mail
Outrage Overload
Empathy
Radicalization
Grief
Public Trust
Parenting
Jury System
Criminal Justice
Election Integrity
Public Health
Artificial Intelligence
Student Motivation

Tackling tough topics in a way that will help you feel more empathy and empower you to become a better citizen, kinder neighbor, and more effective advocate. For people who are turned off by the divisive nature of the news, but still want to engage with important issues. Hosted by journalist Julie Rose, Top of Mind is a production of BYUradio.

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Most Americans focus on the general election in November. But what if the real decision is happening months earlier? In this episode of Top of Mind, we take a closer look at primary elections, the often-overlooked part of the political process that d... more

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Getting pulled over is one of the most common interactions Americans have with police, but do routine traffic stops make our communities safer? In this episode, we explore the real impact of traffic enforcement through powerful personal stories, expe... more

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Who deserves to be healthy—and who’s responsible for making that possible? In this episode of Top of Mind, we explore one of the toughest questions in modern healthcare: how we decide who gets care, compassion, and lifesaving treatment. A doctor refl... more

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Can a nation truly heal from historic injustice, or does there come a point when it’s simply too late? In this episode of Top of Mind, we explore what it really means to repair the harms of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism — not just through... more

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Rob Boatright
Political science professor
Clark University
Episode: Why Primary Elections Matter More Than You Think
Charlie Buckles
Deputy Chairman of the Louisiana Republican Party
Louisiana Republican Party
Episode: Why Primary Elections Matter More Than You Think
Doug Goodman
Independent voter and reform advocate
Nevadans for Election Reform
Episode: Why Primary Elections Matter More Than You Think
Nick Troiano
Executive Director of Unite America
Unite America
Episode: Why Primary Elections Matter More Than You Think
Alexander Landau
Traffic stop survivor and founder of the Denver Justice Project
Denver Justice Project
Episode: Are Routine Traffic Stops Helping or Hurting Public Safety?
Philando Castile
Victim of a high-profile traffic stop (as discussed in the episode)
Episode: Are Routine Traffic Stops Helping or Hurting Public Safety?
Thaddeus Johnson
Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Georgia State University; advocate for trauma-informed policing
Georgia State University / Council on Criminal Justice
Episode: Are Routine Traffic Stops Helping or Hurting Public Safety?
Mark Ross
President of the St. Paul Police Federation
St. Paul Police Federation
Episode: Are Routine Traffic Stops Helping or Hurting Public Safety?
Michael Stein
Primary care physician, chair of Health Policy at Boston University School of Public Health
Boston University School of Public Health
Episode: Justice in Healthcare: Who Deserves to Be Healthy?

Host

Julie Rose
Host known for her engaging, thoughtful interviewing style and focus on empathy-driven discussions around societal issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 212 ratings
  • Grieving

    I’ve enjoyed this podcast immensely for a while now, but today’s episode hit especially close to home. I lost a dear friend two days ago, and the timing for this episode could not have been better. Thank you for being honest and open and accepting of all kinds of grief. I’ve shared this episode with many people already.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alishaembroidery
    United States6 months ago
  • Thoughtfully presented

    Found this pod through The Tangle. Like the diversity of topics. And how each side is thoughtfully addressed and explained.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KWP_DC
    United States7 months ago
  • Need a DEI episode

    I love Julie’s thoughtful approach to issues. I’d love to hear an episode on DEI, interviewing employers and admissions workers with experience in implementing it. Love to hear the pros and cons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessy Rose
    United States8 months ago
  • NPR 2.0

    I might as well be listening to NPR pushing its agenda. I’m pretty sure this podcast is just an affiliate. Too bad. Super unfortunate BYU Radio pays it too.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    keep it technical
    United States2 years ago
  • Enjoyable and viewpoint-challenging

    This podcast is so interesting! I can’t wait to hear more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    <3 Catherine <3
    United States2 years ago

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Comments highlight the quality of the guests and the insightful questioning by the host, leading to engaging and enlightening conversations.
Some listeners have critiqued the content as being occasionally too similar to mainstream media, yet many still praise its depth and approach in treating significant social topics.
Many value the podcast's commitment to exploring diverse perspectives without a clear political agenda, making it an informative resource for both liberal and conservative audiences.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and balanced discussions that encourage empathy and understanding of complex issues.

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Are Routine Traffic Stops Helping or Hurting Public Safety?
Q: What could have prevented the kind of harm Landau experienced during the stop?
The host and guests discuss the importance of policy changes, training, and trauma-informed policing to prevent such incidents, including better record-keeping, transparency, and community engagement.
Justice in Healthcare: Who Deserves to Be Healthy?
Q: Would you tell us about the God committees that were in existence in the United States in the 1950s?
Appel explains the God committees used social worth and community status to allocate scarce resources like iron lungs and dialysis, how this led to public backlash, and how it shaped later moves away from social criteria toward more equitable, rules-based approaches.
Should Christians Support the Death Penalty?
Q: Is the system capable of correctly applying the death penalty in every case?
The guests discuss the moral obligation to use all reasonably available means to achieve accuracy, while acknowledging imperfections and the race/gender dynamics in prosecutorial outcomes.
Should Christians Support the Death Penalty?
Q: What happens if someone repents after committing murder?
Repentance is discussed in the context of forgiveness, restitution, and the tension between punitive justice and mercy within a Christian framework.
Should Christians Support the Death Penalty?
Q: Have you attended any executions?
The guest shares that he has not attended executions but has supported families and engaged with inmates, highlighting the emotional and ethical complexities involved.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Top of Mind

What is Top of Mind about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on cultivating empathy and understanding around complex and often polarizing subjects, this podcast explores a diverse range of topics that contribute to personal growth and civic engagement. Recent discussions have tackled issues such as the relationship between work and identity, the significance of family history, emotional responses like disgust, and contemporary debates surrounding autism, higher education, and housing. Through interviews with experts, advocates, and individuals sharing their experiences, the content presents multiple perspectives, allowing listeners to reflect on their beliefs and encouraging informed dialogue. This podcast stands out for its thoughtfulness in addressing difficult issues without promoting a pa... more

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1. Rob Boatright
2. Charlie Buckles
3. Doug Goodman
4. Nick Troiano
5. Alexander Landau
6. Philando Castile
7. Thaddeus Johnson
8. Mark Ross

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