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18/06/2021

Mark Laita: Soft White Underbelly

This episode is not appropriate for all listeners. Award-winning photographer Mark Laita has used his skills for clients such as Adidas, Apple and Mercedes-Benz, and his photography has been exhibited worldwide. But he might be doing the most important work of his life right now on Skid Row in Los Angeles. A few years ago, Laita started taking photographs of people living on the street, drug-addicts and prostitutes—and he began interviewing them and recording their stories. He never imagined his YouTube project "Soft White Underbelly" would take off the way it has, with over a million subscribers. Laita says he can’t help all the people he speaks to (though he has tried). But he says raising awareness about the suffering of people we don’t regularly meet could help future generations. Dr. Alan Campbell has an intimate conversation with Laita, discussing his childhood, how he became a photographer, and the painful but powerful work he’s doing now. Visit “Soft White Underbelly” https://tinyurl.com/tg232ag Learn more about Mark Laita http://www.marklaita.com/ This episode first aired on October 2, 2020.

18/06/2021

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Not a Routine Sample

Curiosity was drilling a routine sample from a rock on Mars when the unexpected happened.

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07/03/2019

Camille Paglia: Author, Critic, Provocateur

Camille Paglia's latest book is "Provocations: Collected Essays on Art, Feminism, Politics, Sex, and Education." Paglia speaks with host Dr. Alan Campbell about her writings and her life.

07/03/2019

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02/10/2020

Mark Laita: "Soft White Underbelly"

This episode is not appropriate for all listeners. Award-winning photographer Mark Laita has used his skills for clients such as Adidas, Apple and Mercedes-Benz, and his photography has been exhibited worldwide. But he might be doing the most important work of his life right now on Skid Row in Los Angeles. A few years ago, Laita started taking photographs of people living on the street, drug-addicts and prostitutes—and he began interviewing them and recording their stories. He never imagined his YouTube project Soft White Underbelly would take off the way it has, with over a million subscribers. Laita says he can’t help all the people he speaks to (though he has tried). But he says raising awareness about the suffering of people we don’t regularly meet could help future generations. Dr. Alan Campbell has an intimate conversation with Laita, discussing his childhood, how he became a photographer, and the painful but powerful work he’s doing now. Visit “Soft White Underbelly” https://tinyurl.com/tg232ag Learn more about Mark Laita http://www.marklaita.com/

02/10/2020

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29/12/2023

Scott Eyman on Charlie Chaplin Beyond The Screen

Known as one of the greatest entertainers in movie history, Charlie Chaplin rose to fame in the silent films of the nineteen-hundreds, and created one of the most iconic characters ever seen on the screen. But his career was derailed after being caught in the crossfire of political turmoil and mired in scandal. As a result, he was exiled from the U-S during the post-war Red Scare. On today's final installment of Watching America, best-selling Hollywood biographer and film historian Scott Eyman takes us behind the scenes of the tumultuous life of this famed cinematic genius. We’ll explore Chaplin’s politics, his controversies, and the relentless pursuit of his artistic vision.

29/12/2023

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28/04/2023

Richard Sterban: From Elvis to Elvira

He went from a background singer for Elvis to singing center stage with one of the most well-known quartets in music history. Richard Sterban, bass singer for the Oak Ridge Boys, recently celebrated 50 years with the iconic group, and he has published a book about his journey, “From Elvis to Elvira: My Life On Stage.“ Dr. Alan Campbell hears about his early days with Elvis, learns about his love of fine wine and sailing, and enjoys some little-known stories from his time on the road. In this endearing and intimate conversation, Sterban shares the original inspiration behind the hit song “Elvira” — spoiler: it wasn’t a woman. And he discusses which well-known singer encouraged the group to stick it out when they were questioning their future in the industry. https://richardsterban.com

28/04/2023

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03/03/2023

A World of Wonder: Exploring The Science of Awe With Dr. Dacher Keltner

When was the last time something left you in awe? Maybe it was staring at the millions of stars in a vast night sky or marveling at the birth of a child. Dr. Dacher Keltner, the founding director of the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, has spent years studying the biological and evolutionary origins of human emotion. His latest book, "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life," presents a radical investigation and deeply personal inquiry into the elusive emotion of awe. In this week's episode he talks with host Dr. Alan Campbell about how a season of profound grief led the scientist to re-evaluate some of his long-held ideas about life and death, the areas in which he experiences awe the most, and the ways scientists have found to study and measure a concept as elusive and complex as awe.

03/03/2023

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53 min
19/05/2023

More to Life: A Conversation With Os Guinness

Author and prominent social critic Os Guinness believes there are moments in our lives that prompt us to search for a deeper meaning. Sociologist Peter Berger described these as "signals of transcendence" that awaken us to unseen realities. How do we find them? And what would happen if we were to follow where they lead? This week on Watching America, Dr. Alan Campbell explores this idea with Os as they discuss his new book, "Signals of Transcendence: Listening to the Promptings of Life." https://osguinness.com

19/05/2023

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53 min
18/11/2022

Joshua Coombes: Do Something For Nothing

It started with one haircut."One evening in the spring of 2015, I was on my way to a friend's house after work. I didn't make it. I walked past a man who was homeless at the time. I would often stop to speak with him ... but this time was different ... I remembered that I had my tools in my backpack and asked if he'd like his hair cut. In the hour that followed, he told me his story. The next time we met, he introduced me to some of his friends. Before long I was heading out whenever I could, giving haircuts throughout the streets of London." That's an excerpt from the book "Do Something For Nothing" by Joshua Coombes. In this episode of Watching America, Coombes talks about the impact a haircut and a conversation can make. Explore how you can make a difference with whatever skills you have at dosomethingfornothing.org

18/11/2022

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28/11/2022

Dr. Randall Bell: Post-Traumatic Thriving

Dr. Randall Bell is an economist and a sociologist who boasts the nickname "Master of Disaster." He's been a consultant for hundreds of catastrophes, include the biggest tragedies of our time: the World Trade Center attack, Sandy Hook, Hurricane Katrina, the Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test sites, the BP Oil spill, the OJ Simpson trial, the murder of JonBenet Ramsey, and "Heaven's Gate," to name a few. Bell has been featured in all major media outlets, and while you may be familiar with his work, you don't want to miss this intimate conversation between Bell and Watching America host, Dr. Alan Campbell. They talk about Bell's new book, "Post-Traumatic Thriving: The Art, Science, & Stories of Resilience," which focuses on dealing with trauma and using it as a fuel for prosperity.

28/11/2022

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