Press Freedom, Zombies, Audiobook Narrator

Top of Mind with Julie Rose

Oct 18, 2021 8:00 pm
1:44:06 mins

First on Top of Mind, what journalism has to do with democracy and peace. Then, how zombie story origins have evolved from black magic to viruses. And, for some people, audiobooks are more than just entertaining; they’re life-changing. Next, how smartwatches could help prevent the next pandemic. Also, why people who are anxious about or tend to avoid relationships often end up more attached to fictional TV characters instead. Finally, the number of kids experiencing serious depression and anxiety has been increasing. We’ll meet a therapist who’s designed a card game to teach coping techniques.

Episode Segments

Episode Segments

What Journalism Has to Do with Peace

20m

Two Noble Peace Prize winners this year are journalists, which may be confusing for Americans who distrust the media.

How Zombies Have Reflected Cultural Fears for Centuries

17m

Zombies are the monster of the moment. What does our zombie obsession say about us?

Could Your Smartwatch Detect an Infection Before You Experience Symptoms?

15m

A study at Duke University finds that smartwatches can pick up subtle early signs of illness.

The Life-Changing Power of Audiobooks

19m

The multibillion dollar audiobook industry is only possible through the narrators.

Your Attachment Style IRL Guides the Kinds of Fictional Characters You Gravitate Toward

18m

For some people, these relationships with fictional characters become particularly intense –to the point of even standing in for a real-life relationship.

New Card Game Encourages Kids to Learn Self-Therapy Tactics

14m

The card game “Cosmic Battle Training” teaches children skills to help with stress, anxiety and depression.