We find out how many times a year guns are used in self-defense, how many times they’re used to murder someone, and what impact guns have on the crime rate. In this episode we speak with Prof. David Hemenway, Prof. Helen Christensen, Prof. Gary Kleck and New Jersey gun-range owner Anthony Colandro.
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Forget the questionable relationship advice from internet influencers. Today, we’re diving into the science of lasting love, fighting, and "red flags” to find out what really matters for a healthy relationship. We’ll find out what it means to fight well with your partner. And we’ ... Show More
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America’s miraculous murder decline
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The Other Public Health Crisis
Given the recent mass shootings in Atlanta, Colorado and throughout the nation, Maria and Julio unpack the layers of gun violence in this country, from the impact it has on communities of color to its roots causes, including toxic masculinity and white supremacy. They speak with ... Show More
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When Skippy Gets A Gun, Holding Parents Feet To The Fire
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<p><strong> </strong></p><br><p>It's one of the United States' most powerful advocacy groups and is a fierce defender of gun rights.</p><p>But it hasn't always been like this.</p><p>In this episode, we'll discover how it went from helping create gun control laws to becoming the m ... Show More
