A podcast about rhetoric and current events hosted by M. Elizabeth Thorpe, PhD. In this podcast we explore the way big ideas from the world of rhetoric apply to every day life. We focus on major events that are shaping the world today and consider how those things that sometimes seem like they belong in the ivory tower can actually help us make sense of the life we are living. This isn’t a podcast for the experts. This is a podcast for the intellectually curious.
Episodes
Oct 1, 2021
Oct 1, 2021
20 min
We explore the concept of identity and how it shapes arguments.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Sep 17, 2021
Sep 17, 2021
18 min
We look at George W. Bush's 9/11 memorial speech and examine his use of juxtaposition - and also how he compares to the current clime, as well.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Sep 8, 2021
Sep 8, 2021
20 min
It's time to radicalize. Most jobs are irrelevant and exist to line the pockets of the ruling elite. Capitalism isn't sustainable.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Sep 1, 2021
Sep 1, 2021
22 min
As the semester starts we think about the pedagogy of the past and what it means to be a citizen.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Aug 25, 2021
Aug 25, 2021
34 sec
There will be no new episode this week. We recommend going back to episodes 3 and 4!
Aug 17, 2021
Aug 17, 2021
21 min
We explore the problems with objectivity in the classroom in this The Big Rhetorical Podcast Carnival episode.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Aug 4, 2021
Aug 4, 2021
18 min
Top athletes have brought mental health to the forefront of the world's attention in recent weeks. However, as long as taking care of one's mental health is a privilege, it will always be controversial.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Jul 28, 2021
Jul 28, 2021
20 min
We make the case for reading fiction as a quiet act of rebellion.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Jul 21, 2021
Jul 21, 2021
19 min
We discuss the rhetorical nature of titles and honorifics.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.
Jul 14, 2021
Jul 14, 2021
18 min
We give a little attention to the composition side of rhetoric and explore the history of rhet comp and discuss the importance of writing.
Learn more about Kairoticast at https://kairoticast.com. Music in this episode is "Fearless First" by Kevin MacLeod at https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first.