Our last conversation focusing on the theme of safety has to do with homelessness and poverty. The panel of guests for these episodes share insight that breaks through stereotypes and myths surrounding those who find themselves unhomed. From affordable housing to emergency shelters, we learn the continuum of care for …
How can we keep our brains healthy and sustain cognitive growth? Do our brains have an expiration date? Are we all bound for cognitive decline? Dr. Andrew Budson from Boston University and Dr. Christy Tangney with Rush University say absolutely not! On this episode of The Afterword, Andrew and Christy discuss memory, dementia, …
How do the stories of disasters, trauma, and policies impact how we support the hungry? Hunger impacts every area of our lives. It creates loss of cognitive functioning, limits healthy growth and impedes productivity. We can offer a hand up so that no child or adult has to go to …
Why do pets captivate our hearts and impact our communities? The pet care industry is booming. 85% of American households have a pet. Our animal friends range from cuddly puppies and energetic gerbils to sleepy cats and squawking birds. Consumers spend thousands of dollars over the lifespans of their animals. …
How sharing stories of trauma has the power to transform lives. This is a re-release of our most downloaded episode of 2019. We invited Belinda Bauman and Rebecca Davis to The Afterword’s table to talk about their experiences regarding trauma within the national and international communities. These expert guests shared …