Rise of Non Partisan Journalism, School Anxiety, Marriage Fear

Rise of Non Partisan Journalism, School Anxiety, Marriage Fear

The Matt Townsend Show - Season 6, Episode 248

  • Oct 18, 2017 4:00 pm
  • 2:21:48 mins

End of Nonpartisan Journalism (17:44) Mitchell Stephens, a professor of journalism at the Carter Institute at New York University, is the author of A History of News, a New York Times “notable book of the year.” The decline of non-partisan journalism has many people calling out “fake news.”  But is it possible that non-partisan journalism is a good thing? Mitchell Stephens explains how the media may be returning to its roots of partisanship and it may be a good thing for our country. Parenting tips for managing back to school anxiety (1:06:30) Michelle Bermani, Ed.D., Director at Brookville Center for Children’s Services on Long Island. Anxious feelings are normal and expected during times of transition or change. This is especially true for children going back to school. This change in routine can be stressful and disruptive for the entire family. Michelle Bermani gives advice about how we can soften the blow of change and school is and how to help the anxious child adjust. Makena Bauss - Smart Worker Damage (1:30:53) If an employee is overqualified for their role, they can cause more trouble for a company than they are worth. Bored or disinterested employees can affect the bottom line and effectiveness of a workgroup. Producer Makena Bauss shares some statistics of how "smart workers" can be harmful in the workplace. Scared of Marriage (1:53:52) Brian Willoughby, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University. Dr. Willoughby's research focuses on young adult dating and relationship patterns. Dr. Willoughby is the co-author of the book "The Marriage Paradox" Dr. Willoughby discusses the fear of marriage and commitment.

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