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
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
We talk about the great truths and the haunting realities of America today. 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.
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
This week we review the recent "cheerleader" case and argue that students deserve some free speech, too. 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.
Wednesday Jun 23, 2021
Wednesday Jun 23, 2021
We explore the CRT debate and the effort to erase Black history and the history of People of Color.
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.
Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
We describe the history of Pride and its origins in the Stonewall Riots.
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.
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
Due to health reasons there is no episode this week. Join us next week for an episode on Pride and Stonewall!
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
Wednesday Jun 02, 2021
We examine Paul Ryan's "A Time for Choosing" speech and look at how he contrasts Reaganism with Trumpism.
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.
Wednesday May 26, 2021
Wednesday May 26, 2021
We discuss the anti-democratic policies and efforts of the current GOP. 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.
Friday May 21, 2021
Friday May 21, 2021
By thinking about notable speeches by Kennedy and Romney, we explore the relationship between politics and religion.
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.
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
We continue our look at Biden and LGBTQ+ issues.
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.
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Wednesday May 05, 2021
This is the first episode in a two episode series about Joe Biden and LGBTQ+ issues. This week is an interview with John-Paul Hayworth about his experience with the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, D.C. and the relationship the GMCW has with Biden. 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.