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The Strange Science of Color — And Our Quest to Understand It 05/26/2026

Color is never just color. Sure, that blouse is red, and yellow and blue make green — but in reality, color is far more complex and fascinating.

On this episode, we explore the world of color — from how we perceive it, to efforts to describe and differentiate its many shades.

The Strange Science of Color — And Our Quest to Understand It Podcast Episode · The Pulse · May 21 · 49m

Healing with Psychedelics: Veterans, PTSD, and the Science of Mind-Altering Drugs 05/01/2026

Last month, Trump signed an order to accelerate research and review of psychedelic treatments for mental health issues like depression and PTSD.

But what do we know about these treatments? On this episode, the healing effects of psychedelics. Listen now ⬇️

Healing with Psychedelics: Veterans, PTSD, and the Science of Mind-Altering Drugs Podcast Episode · The Pulse · April 30 · 50m

1 in 4 American Adults Is a Caregiver. So Why Does It Feel So Lonely? 03/13/2026

60 million Americans are family caregivers, yet the experience can feel incredibly isolating.

On this episode, we dive into the unspoken reality of caregiving with sociologist Laura Mauldin — from whirlwind romances to navigating strong-willed parents.

1 in 4 American Adults Is a Caregiver. So Why Does It Feel So Lonely? A look at the challenges of caregiving,, from changing relationships, to dealing with loneliness and burnout.

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