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The Inconclusive Podcast

Abigail, Candace, & James

We are three educators who believe that the free exchange of ideas brings about human progress. Our podcast is dedicated to the wrestling of different views on a variety of ideas. We don"t have all the answers, but we are trying to better ourselves. Join the discussion!

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00:49:12

Economics: Which system best alleviates poverty,...

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/10/21

In the third episode of our series on Economics, James brings up the age-old debate of capitalism vs. socialism and which one provides better opportunities for the impoverished. Today’s book was “Hidden Valley Road” by Robert Kolker; the word was “conman.” Stay tuned next week for Jokes and Jocular Facts with James!

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00:54:30

Economics: Who gets trade priority, the public or...

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/10/14

In the second episode of our series on Economics, Candace offers an analysis from the United Nations to debate the Public and Private Sectors’ comparative good for the economy. Today’s book was “The Crooked Heart of Mercy” by Billy Livingston; the word was verklempt; the joke was “hey man, you want this pamphlet?”

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00:40:37

Economics: Should the minimum wage be a living wage?...

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/10/07

In the second part of our first episode on economics, we continue our previous discussion on the minimum wage. Today’s joke was “what do you call a person missing 75% of their spine?”

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00:40:54

Economics: Should the minimum wage be a living wage?...

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/09/30

In the first part of our first episode about economics, Abigail discusses the history of minimum wage and compares it to a living wage. The discussion takes us to the question, should minimum wage be a living wage? Today’s book was Cold Storage by Daniel Koepp; the word was “money.” Stay tuned next week for Jokes and Jocular Facts!

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00:53:06

Psychology: Creativity

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/09/23

In our last episode of our series on Psychology, Candace introduces a lifeboat scenario, an ultimatum to choose once and for all between creativity and intelligence, should humanity ever need to make that decision. Today’s book was Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston; the phrase was “the devil is beating his wife”; today’s joke was “what do you call a guy lying on your doorstep?”

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00:47:36

Psychology: Psychopathy

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/09/16

In the second episode of our series on Psychology, Abigail discusses the characteristics of psychopathy and its connection with nature and nurture. We discuss prisoners, CEOs, and politicians, and why psychopathy is more prevalent in these groups. Today’s book was Green Island by Shawna Yang Ryan; the word was “crapulence”; today’s joke was “I took two pairs of socks golfing.”

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00:54:59

Psychology: Intelligence

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/09/09

In the first episode of our series on Psychology, James unpacks the concept of intelligence and whether or not it can be objectively and accurately tested without bias. We also discuss the ways the IQ test has been used throughout history and how it might be used today. Today’s book was “The Third Rainbow Girl” by Emma Copley Eisenberg; the word was “onomatopoeia”; today’s joke is “my girlfriend wants me to choose between her and my career as a reporter.”

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00:54:24

Justice: For-Profit Prisons

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/09/02

In the third episode of our series on Justice, Abigail brings up the topic of for-profit private prisons, questioning their necessity and role in the justice system. Today’s book was “Shanghai Girls” by Lisa See; the word was “visa”; the joke was “you know what always catches my eye?”

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00:55:16

Justice: Disenfranchisement

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/08/26

In the second episode of our new series on Justice, James attempts to unpack the issue of disenfranchisement among convicted criminals. Today’s book was “Dreaming in Cuban” by Cristina García; the word was “moratorium”; the joke was “where did the hacker go?”

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00:51:31

Justice: Death Penalty

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/08/19

In the first episode of our new series on Justice, Candace questions the morality and necessity of the death penalty in a democratic society. Today’s book was “Solovyov and Larionov” by Eugene Vodolazkin; the word was “opera”; the joke was “are people born with a photographic memory?”

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00:46:05

Bonus Episode: Transition

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/08/12

In a bonus episode of the Inconclusive Podcast, we talk about our recent experiences with transition. In a global season of uncertainty, we hope this episode can be a help and encouragement to those who are experiencing unexpected changes in their lives. You’re not alone! Today’s book was “At Swim-Two-Birds” by Flann O'Brien; the phrase was “pardon my french”; the joke was “what happens when you don’t pay your exorcist?”

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00:33:33

Unpopular Opinions: Microaggressions (Part 2)

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/08/05

In part two of the third episode of the series on Unpopular Opinions, we continue our discussion on microaggressions and their usefulness in society today. Today’s joke was “what do you call a bird that got into a fight with a frog and now walks with a limp?”

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00:35:47

Unpopular Opinions: Microaggressions (Part 1)

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/07/29

In part one of the third episode of the series on Unpopular Opinions, James points out that the term microaggressions isn’t really helpful in resolving interpersonal conflicts and doesn’t achieve much good for society. Today’s book was “The Road Back to You” by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile; the word was holistic.

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00:37:34

Unpopular Opinions: Cannibalism

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/07/22

[DISCLAIMER] This episode contains conversations about death and cannibalism that some may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. In the second episode of the series on Unpopular Opinions, Candace expresses her opinion that cannibalism is morally wrong in any circumstance. Today’s book was “A History of the World in 6 Glasses” by Tom Standage; the word was irk; the joke was “how do you ask a tyrannosaurus out to lunch?”

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00:36:34

Unpopular Opinions: Harry Potter

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/07/15

In the first episode of the series on Unpopular Opinions, Abigail shares her opinion on the Harry Potter series and why she doesn’t intend to read or watch any of it. Today’s book was “The Volunteer” by Jack Fairweather; the word was apothecary; the joke was “I’m reading a book about anti-gravity…”

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00:52:11

Information: Big Data vs Privacy

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/07/08

In the third episode of the series on information, Abigail talks about the role that data collection plays in our lives while questioning the extent data collection affects our privacy. Today’s book was The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho; the word was griffonage; the joke was “what’s the definition of a will?”

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00:47:42

Information: DNA Rights vs Common Good

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/07/01

In the second episode of the series on Information, Candace questions whether someone’s genetic information should be kept private or made available for the common good. We discuss the potential benefits and dangers of DNA profiling and its use in healthcare and criminal justice. Today’s book was In the Country by Mia Alvar; the word was modus operandi; the joke was “what did the DNA say to the other DNA?”

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00:17:12

Special Senior Series - James & Eden

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/06/26

In the fourth episode of our special senior series, James interviews Eden about his favorite memories at MAK, particularly the Impact programs. They discuss how he developed a passion for event-planning, his future plans, and his experiences as a biracial person living in Taiwan.

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00:49:48

Information: Censorship or Free Speech?

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/06/24

In our first episode in a new series on Information, James poses the question of whether censorship is a necessary evil or an encroachment on individual liberty. We discuss what freedom of speech actually means and the concept of hate speech in society today. Today’s book was The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris; the word was obscene; the joke was “why do beavers spend a fortune on the internet?”

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00:55:24

Space: How should we respond to an alien encounter?

The Inconclusive Podcast ·

2020/06/17

In this episode, James questions the proper human response to encountering extraterrestrial intelligent life, wondering if it would be better to attack, hide, or cooperate to better ensure the survival of the human race. Today’s book was Gun Love by Jenifer Clement; the word was motif; the joke was “what do planets like to read?”

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