Hong Kong, Online Petitions, Hyperrealistic Cakes

Where Does Hong Kong Go From Here? (0:31) Guest: Quinn Mecham, Professor of Political Science, Brigham Young University It's been three weeks since a strict new "National Security Law" took effect in Hong Kong. We take a deep dive into why China imposed the law and what it means for Hong Kong, politically and internationally. Why Do Humans Perceive Time Differently? (21:18) Guest: Philip Gable, Professor of Psychology, University of Delaware Have the last few months dragged for you? Does it seem like your pre-pandemic life was years ago, rather than months? There’s a fascinating explanation for why time seems to fly for some people and not for others in the same situation. Virtual Leadership: A Revolution (35:51) Guest: Cody Reeves, Professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resources, Brigham Young University The type of leader who thrives in a face-to-face business world is not the same kind of leader who excels in this new remote working reality. Some research of virtual vs. in-person collaboration suggests the pandemic is giving rise to a new kind of business leader who might not have risen as quickly before. So, what is that kind of leader? Potential Pig Pandemic 2.0 (52:49) Guest: Martha Nelson, Staff Scientist, National Institutes of Health Scientists in China have identified a new virus in pigs that may have pandemic potential. They found that pigs there are being infected more and more frequently with a strain of influenza. The CDC announced that it’s taking action to prepare for this swine flu. Another pandemic is the last thing we need, but should we even be worried? How Effective Are Online Petitions? (1:09:40) Guest: Jason Del Gandio, Professor of Communication and Social Influence, Temple University Where there’s an issue, there’s an online petition somewhere in support of it. They’re everywhere and have been for years. Do they make any difference? Here are some current examples: A 15-year old started a petition to get “Justice for George Floyd” in Minneapolis has become the larges