Women in STEM, Anatomy of Resentment, Toni Morrison's Legacy, Food Expiration Dates, Amusement Parks, College Freshman Writing

Women in STEM (0:00:00) Did you know that on average, only 21% of women graduate college with a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics, or STEM degrees as they are often called? This makes for underrepresentation in the workforce. So, what is it that keeps women from pursuing degrees in these fields? Susan Madsen specializes in women's leadership. She joins us to talk about a new study that she has been working on that will shed some light on why women aren’t choosing STEM degrees. Anatomy of Resentment (0:18:22) Have you ever felt resentment for something that originally seemed so silly? Licensed social worker, Robert Taibbi, joins us to explain the anatomy of resentment, as well as give us the tools to deal with it. Toni Morrison’s Legacy (0:33:20) Toni Morrison was the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize for literature. Her critically acclaimed novels, such as “The Bluest Eye,” “Beloved” and “Paradise,” all explored the African American experience within the black community.  This year  we said goodbye to this literary giant, but her legacy has impacted ethnic literature for good. We have with us English professor and lecturer, Laura Ann Winkiel, to discuss Morrison’s influence and the impact of ethnic literature on our society.  Food Expiration Dates (0:49:26) Does food actually go bad after the expiration date has passed? A man named Scott Nash has been in the news because he ate expired food for a year—and he’s doing fine. So what do expiration dates actually tell us? What’s safe to eat, and what isn’t? To answer these questions, we’re talking with registered dietitian nutritionist Melissa Joy Dobbins. Amusement Parks (1:05:01) Are you looking to squeeze in just a little bit more fun at an amusement or theme park? How can you make it worth it with all the hassle of parking, dealing with crying kids and paying for overpriced food? Travel blogger Tangela Walker-Craft has the answer and all the tips for making the most out of your park experience.  College Freshman