How Much Does Your Name Matter? (Rebroad...

In the final episode of our whale series, we learn about fecal plumes, shipping noise, and why Moby-Dick is still worth reading. (Part 3 of "Everything You Never Knew About Whaling.") SOURCES:Michele Baggio, professor of economics at the University of Connecticut.Mary K. Bercaw-E ... Show More

For years, whale oil was used as lighting fuel, industrial lubricant, and the main ingredient in (yum!) margarine. Whale meat was also on a few menus. But today, demand for whale products is at a historic low. And yet some countries still have a whaling industry. We find out why. ... Show More

Whaling was, in the words of one scholar, “early capitalism unleashed on the high seas.” How did the U.S. come to dominate the whale market? Why did whale hunting die out here — and continue to grow elsewhere? And is that whale vomit in your perfume? (Part 1 of “Everything You Ne ... Show More

What’s in a name? Can a name change your life trajectory? 

There's tons of research about how your name will affect your destiny. Some studies suggests your name is linked to your grades, your criminal record and your earning potential. Tune in to learn about what your name might mean for your future. Learn more about your ad-choices at ... Show More

Also: what does your name say about who you are?  

Every personal name has a story. Behind the top 100 Irish baby names list is a fascinating portrait of a changing country.This fascinating and beautiful documentary looks at the names we give our children and what our names say about all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri ... Show More

Does your name have any special meaning? Do you like your name? What name do your parents/relatives call you? Would you like to change your name? Does anyone in your family have the same name as you? Are there any differences between how people name their children now and in the ... Show More

What can names tell us about our culture and history? 

Which Celebrity Would You Name Your Child After?YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakfastClubPower1051FMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Host Ahmed Ali Akbar has always had trouble getting people to say his name “correctly.” Why? This episode explores how second generation immigrants choose names, and how a name can impact our lives in more ways than we’d think. 

 Is there a part of you that you’ve been previously shamed for? Maybe it’s your name, your heritage, and personal expression are something to be proud of, instead of something to run away from. Embracing these things can help lead us to our destinies in life. Learn more about you ... Show More