# top mind (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover top mind. Page: Feed: --- ## [Has AI Changed What It Means to Be Creative?](https://www.byuradio.org/fcd43233-4f33-4502-a452-f728cd17ac9d) _2026-08-17 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Artificial intelligence can write poems, compose music, create works of art, and even help produce podcasts. But if AI can create almost anything, what makes human creativity special? In this episode, we explore one of today's biggest questions with philosopher Lindsay Brainard, illustrator Jon Cockley, musician Kate Brunotts, and pioneering AI artist Claire Silver. Together, they wrestle with… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/8bdafdcd-9ec1-5177-9d96-947ee9f04ca7/5340081.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=fcd43233-4f33-4502-a452-f728cd17ac9d) ## [Can Family Estrangement Heal? The Truth About Reconciliation](https://www.byuradio.org/264e6711-4041-4606-bbbf-842d79890fc5) _2026-08-03 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Family estrangement is more common than most people realize and far more complicated than people often assume. In this episode, we explore why parents and adult children become estranged, what makes reconciliation so difficult, and why some families can reconnect after years—or even decades—apart. You'll hear the remarkable story of author Charlotte Gill, who reunited with her father after 20… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/ec7df003-5fc7-5cb9-a8e5-6ad6ac42e092/5337806.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=264e6711-4041-4606-bbbf-842d79890fc5) ## [Can You Joke About Anything? Where Funny Becomes Offensive](https://www.byuradio.org/7921a47a-1a6e-4c46-8232-c4861156a544) _2026-07-20 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Can you joke about anything, or are some topics simply off limits? In this episode, we explore what makes something funny, why people disagree so deeply about what's offensive, and whether comedy has ethical limits. Through conversations with a stand-up comedian and two philosophers, we examine race, satire, intent, workplace humor, and the surprising ways laughter can strengthen or strain our… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/23c86aaa-2fc3-5569-904f-251b879deaff/MA029212.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=7921a47a-1a6e-4c46-8232-c4861156a544) ## [The One Thing That Makes Difficult Conversations Easier](https://www.byuradio.org/0e24cd10-d069-4428-a520-851ab701e654) _2026-07-06 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Why do some difficult conversations leave us feeling understood while others leave us frustrated and further apart? In this episode, we explore a surprisingly powerful tool that can make even the hardest conversations easier: storytelling. You'll hear about groundbreaking research from BYU showing how personal stories can increase empathy between autistic and neurotypical individuals. You'll learn… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/4989d99c-aa71-5cf5-970a-10cb132eb33f/MA029142.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=0e24cd10-d069-4428-a520-851ab701e654) ## [Are Juries America’s Best Defense Against Injustice?](https://www.byuradio.org/08b336b9-2bf6-4984-bc27-2b5cdd4779d6) _2026-06-22 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Every year, millions of Americans receive a jury summons, but how many of us truly understand the responsibility that comes with deciding another person's fate? In this episode, we explore one of the foundations of American democracy: trial by jury. We’ll hear from a juror who struggled with the weight of a guilty verdict, a man who was wrongfully convicted and sent to death row, and a former… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/853f5060-0e0b-5dad-b943-c608024961aa/MA029100.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=08b336b9-2bf6-4984-bc27-2b5cdd4779d6) ## [Why Is Everyone Asking for a Tip Now?](https://www.byuradio.org/2d559594-70dc-4276-ba7d-494b1eed66c9) _2026-06-08 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Why does it feel like everyone is asking for a tip now? From coffee shops and takeout counters to self-checkout screens, tipping culture in America has changed fast, and many of us feel confused, pressured, or even guilty about it. In this episode of Top of Mind, we explore the hidden psychology of tipping, the history behind it, and what our tipping habits reveal about power, status, fairness,… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/3ad1fc65-3b67-5c6e-bfdd-f0897f4b9d48/MA029044.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=2d559594-70dc-4276-ba7d-494b1eed66c9) ## [Who Owns Culture? Museums, History, and the Stories We Tell](https://www.byuradio.org/8f88b680-0dee-4c1f-bed1-54d4485a8d31) _2026-05-25 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Who owns culture, and who gets to tell its stories? We explore the complex and often uncomfortable debate around cultural ownership, appropriation, and representation. You’ll hear how a hidden figure in a centuries-old painting forced museums to rethink history, why some argue artifacts should be returned to their communities, and how others worry that limiting who can tell cultural stories may… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/9c21fde3-58da-5a5f-be1b-842a2b33f3ec/MA028980.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=8f88b680-0dee-4c1f-bed1-54d4485a8d31) ## [Are America’s Kids Okay? How We Can Do Better](https://www.byuradio.org/3a636d1b-795a-4c61-b118-9ca7ef20b106) _2026-05-11 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ America’s kids are facing serious challenges, from rising anxiety and depression to falling behind in school and growing up in increasingly complex family situations. But there’s also hope. In this episode of Top of Mind, we’ll hear from educators, researchers, and policy experts tackling the biggest issues facing kids today: from teen mental health first aid in schools, to rethinking education… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/7b39a4c1-dc66-58da-96b7-a533788739d9/MA028880.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=3a636d1b-795a-4c61-b118-9ca7ef20b106) ## [Why Primary Elections Matter More Than You Think](https://www.byuradio.org/f59d018d-67b0-48aa-a12f-94c4edc6aad1) _2026-04-27 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Most Americans focus on the general election in November. But what if the real decision is happening months earlier? In this episode of Top of Mind, we take a closer look at primary elections, the often-overlooked part of the political process that determines who actually makes it onto the final ballot. In fact, in many districts, whoever wins the primary is almost guaranteed to win the general… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/8511612d-5ffe-5acc-948b-b1711598d450/MA028857.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=f59d018d-67b0-48aa-a12f-94c4edc6aad1) ## [Are Routine Traffic Stops Helping or Hurting Public Safety?](https://www.byuradio.org/22444e01-c47c-4b06-8ea1-343e981bfabb) _2026-04-13 · Top of Mind with Julie Rose_ Getting pulled over is one of the most common interactions Americans have with police, but do routine traffic stops make our communities safer? In this episode, we explore the real impact of traffic enforcement through powerful personal stories, expert insight, and new data from cities rethinking how policing works. Alexander Landau shares the traffic stop that nearly cost him his life and how it… [Listen](https://media.byub.org/bb645ee1-2941-5f4b-95ec-3a7ab9b300db/MA028719.mp3?fromPodcast=true&contentId=22444e01-c47c-4b06-8ea1-343e981bfabb) ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0iI23dPfb2JY) _2026-04-13 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## Comprehensive Capital Campaigns: What Makes Sense Today? _2026-03-30 · Top of Mind with Tambellini Group_ For long-term success, higher education leaders can’t treat capital campaigns as standalone fundraising drives. They need connected, data-led strategies that align advancement, finance, and academic priorities. In this episode, Salesforce’s Chris Clark and Tambellini’s Novita Rogers show how AI, structured data, and strong governance turn one-off asks into personalized engagement that drives… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/185183/episodes/18914702-comprehensive-capital-campaigns-what-makes-sense-today.mp3) ## [Footprints and Photographs - July Recap: “July Skies 25’ 🌞” (July, 2025) PART THREE](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Footprints-and-Photographs---July-Recap-July-Skies-25--July--2025-PART-THREE-e37349p) _2025-08-25 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Part Three (final segment) of Footprints and Photographs: July Recap. velvetmessiah.exposure.co [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/107106041/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-25%2F86c846a1-84c1-b0ca-b614-2809c9b1b892.mp3) ## [Footprints and Photographs - July Recap: “July Skies 25’ 🌞” (July, 2025) PART TWO](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Footprints-and-Photographs---July-Recap-July-Skies-25--July--2025-PART-TWO-e37347p) _2025-08-25 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Part Two of Footprints and Photographs: July Recap velvetmessiah.exposure.co [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/107105977/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-20%2F2f9bbe5d-116d-bf06-9c33-fdfa41b0729a.mp3) ## [Footprints and Photographs - July Recap: “July Skies 25’ 🌞” (July, 2025) PART ONE](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Footprints-and-Photographs---July-Recap-July-Skies-25--July--2025-PART-ONE-e358rkf) _2025-08-25 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Howdy, friends! Welcome back to Footprints and Photographs: Recap Edition. July was a great month for us! Our schedules were happily filled with weekend after weekend of grill outs and adventures. That’s due to the wonderful weather we’ve been having up here! It’s been a little hot but nothing that has prevented us from getting out and about or simply enjoying quiet days. Overall, July was a giant… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/105196623/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-12%2Fe892762c-2072-80f1-0c8a-c7713bcd57d9.mp3) ## [The Last Knife Fighter: Lyrical Breakdown](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/The-Last-Knife-Fighter-Lyrical-Breakdown-e36970u) _2025-08-06 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ “Because times are tough and then they ain’t. You say words can kill though you know they can’t. And life ain’t easy, shit, it ain’t hard to tell. Oh well.” - TLKF [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/106256862/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-6%2F0029e0d7-37bc-88d9-103e-416a8e372298.mp3) ## [Top of Mind - Episode 63](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Top-of-Mind---Episode-63-e36fr37) _2025-08-06 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Topic: The beauty of oblivion. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/106474023/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-6%2F405214761-44100-2-b1c7a800cca03.m4a) ## [Top of Mind - Episode 62](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Top-of-Mind---Episode-62-e2j4qja) _2025-07-18 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Topic: What is government? [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/86190122/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fproduction%2Fexports%2F1cbf2f90%2F86190122%2Fb94481f9fde5cdf530075d920c5adfe2.m4a) ## [Top of Mind - Episode 61](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Top-of-Mind---Episode-61-e35ki80) _2025-07-16 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Topic: An alternative approach to hunting. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/105580224/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-16%2F404034209-44100-2-7f7d4922ed45f.m4a) ## [Footprints and Photographs - June Recap: “Summer Livin’ 🛶” (June, 2025)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Footprints-and-Photographs---June-Recap-Summer-Livin--June--2025-e33o151) _2025-07-15 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Folks, welcome back for another round of Footprints and Photographs: Recap Edition. I’m excited to sit down today and recall some of the best moments we’ve had in the month of June; there’s a hell of a lot of them. We were busy, busy, busy. With that said, one word can sum up our month: ADVENTUROUS! Tune in to hear about our June—including: Wisconsin Dells 🏴‍☠️ Kayaking 🛶 Family Grill Out 🥩… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/103596641/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-15%2F25bcf8fa-440c-678d-2586-805e7063de30.mp3) ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Pk02BqDo7nlA) _2025-07-15 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [Top of Mind - Episode 60](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-hraban/episodes/Top-of-Mind---Episode-60-e3597f2) _2025-07-08 · Drew Hraban · Mind of the Messiah_ Topic: How do electronic signals know where to go? [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cbf2f90/podcast/play/105208738/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-8%2F403561333-44100-2-5cc88e900118f.m4a)