A Conversation With Carl

As we begin to delve into our series 250 Years of America, University of Chicago Law School Professor Alison LaCroix joins the conversation speaking to the profound lessons that history teaches us about living in the moment, especially during times of impending crisis. LaCroix is the author of the book The Interbellum Constitution: Union, Commerce, and Slavery in the Age of Federalisms. She answer...

In this conversation I speak with forensic psychologist Brian Laythe. He is the director of the Institute for the Study of Religious and Anomalous Experience and managing director of Scientific Exploration. He is also the co-author of the book Ghosted! Exploring the Haunting Reality of Paranormal Encounters. We talk about how he gathers scientific evidence to determine the probability of a real-li...

In this conversation, I speak to Julia Belluz about the new book she co-authored with Kevin Hall called Food Intelligence. We delve deep into the myths about metabolism, and the impact of food environments on health. We explore the science behind weight loss, the role of ultra-processed foods, and the myths surrounding food and eating behavior. Julia emphasizes the importance of understanding the...

In today's conversation I spoke with Dan Burmawi about his new book Islam, Israel and the West. We also spoke about his conversation to Christianity, growing up in Jordan, moving to Lebanon and arriving in the United States. The conversation delves into the complexities of the territorial dispute in the Middle East, particularly focusing on the historical context surrounding Israel, the West Bank,...

In this conversation, I spoke to climate scientist and Evangelical Christian @kathhayhoe⁩ about the current state of climate change and its human causes. We also discuss what we can do to fix the crisis and the important intersection between religion and science. She emphasizes the importance of individual actions and having conversations about climate change. Hayhoe concludes with a hopeful visio...

In this conversation, filmmaker Sascha Just discusses her new film, 'What We Can Know About Edmund and Bazille,' which explores the lives of 19th-century New Orleans composers, Bazille Bares and Edmund Dede. The film highlights the historical context of racial discrimination in music, the contributions of Black musicians to classical music, and the personal journeys of the composers. Sascha shares...

In this engaging conversation Anthony Scaramucci discusses the current political landscape, healthcare policies, generational issues in leadership, the impact of social media on division, and the challenges faced by the Democratic Party. He reflects on his brief tenure in the White House, shares insights on economic outlooks, and emphasizes the importance of open dialogue in politics. Scaramucci's...

In A Conversation with the musical duo @DauzatStMarie , they share their journey through music, Heather's fiercely brave battle and comeback from breast cancer, and the impact of social media on their music. They discuss their songwriting process, the importance of live performances, and how they connect with fans. The duo reflects on their experiences touring with legendary artists such as Pat Be...

On Making Sense with Carl we welcome Jeremy Berke, journalist, and writer at the intersection of business and policy. Jeremy is the founder of Cultivated Media, the leading voice of the cannabis industry. To our listeners: This episode of Making Sense with Carl is informational only and in no way is recommending the use of cannabis. Please consult your doctor before trying anything new including a...

Today Carl Makes Sense with Jonathan Spyer and discusses the danger and exhilaration of reporting from various war zones, how you know who to trust and the seismic cultural shift in many Western countries. #syria #gaza #united kingdom #saudi arabia #islam #christianity #judaism #middleast #israel #IDF #comedy #culturewars #war #news #media #interview #history #oscars #hannaheinbinder #palestine #u...