Cylinder Radio

In this episode, Will sits down with Children's author JR Becker to discuss how to best address the biggest questions such as life, death, and meaning with small children.  Addressing these complicated ideas has typically been done through the lens of religion, and JR offers a more science-based approach in his books.  This episode covers life's biggest questions through a simple, child-like lens...

In this episode, Will sits down with Matt Thornton, founder of SBG to discuss the topic of violence.  Matt is a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu JItsu, an accomplished writer, and an analytical minded person who has done extensive research on violence from statistics to preventative measures.  In this episode, the two discuss what separates effective from ineffective martial arts, how & why...

In this episode, Will has a discussion with world-renowned philosophy professor Peter Boghossian.  Focusing on the importance of education in the pursuit of truth, this conversation focuses on both broad concepts and specific examples of how American schools can incorporate more critical thinking among both students and teachers.  His new book "How to Have Impossible Conversations: A very Practica...

In this episode, Will continues to discuss educational ideas as he sits down with Sydney Chaffee.  Sydney is a passionate and accomplished educator in Boston at Codman Academy Charter Public School.  Will and Sydney discuss the importance of dialogue  among teachers to ensure that the subjects and approaches being used are the best for the students.    Topics covered include: The effectiveness of...

In this episode, Will sits down with Alex Lasarev AKA "Sasha Daygame" to discuss social anxiety.  Sasha hails from the "Pickup Artist" world where he has learned through experience and now is able to help provide nuanced perspective about social fear.  Anxiety is on the rise and this podcast focuses on some of the deeply rooted causes as well as provides practical steps individuals can take to ove...

With educational trends moving rapidly towards a social justice focus, Will sat down with James Lindsay to break down what Social Justice Theory is, including how it began, methods used to establish credibility, and finally how it has influenced educational practice.    Best known for the "Grievance Studies Hoax Papers", Dr. Lindsay has invested countless hours into studying and understanding the...

This is third episode in the series on RETHINKING EDUCATION.  In this episode, Will sits down with Tyler Shores.  Tyler has been a student, lecturer, and researcher at many prestigious institutions such as Berkeley, Stanford, Oxford, and now Cambridge.  He also has worked in the tech industry for major corporations like Google.  His area of expertise is on how technology affects our lives and in t...

This is second episode in the series on RETHINKING EDUCATION.  In this episode, Will sits down with Mandy Manning.  Mandy was recognized as the 2018 National Teacher of the Year for her work at Ferris High School where she works with refugee children.  Will and Mandy discuss the American Educational System and how it is both succeeding and falling short.  Topics such as institutionalized discrimin...

This is the first in a series on RETHINKING EDUCATION.  In this episode, Will sits down with Mike O'Keefe.  Mike is a language arts teacher and co-founder of the educational consulting company Uncommon Education.  Having met over a shared interest in alternative ways of approaching school, Will and Mike discuss the practical purposes of deep reading, the pros and cons of shortcuts like Sparknotes,...

In this episode, Will sits down with Clay Banks.  Clay is a business owner who co-founded a home & school security system called Haven Lock.  Will and Clay discuss the complicated nature of school safety, why school shootings are on the rise, how entrepreneurship can improve the world, and practical ways to prevent and prepare for school violence.   

In this episode, Will sits down with Clarissa Phalen.  Clarissa is a San Antonio Police Officer, in the Texas Army National Guard, and a mom.  Will and Clarissa do a deep dive into police controversy, what the daily life is like for a cop, how being a woman affects her ability to do the job, and how she is affected mentally by the stresses of the job.  This is a conversation that hit on many level...

In this episode Will sits down with first-generation American Arman Fouladpouri to discuss religious intolerance and civil discourse via social media.  Arman and will began a discussion on a congresswoman's Instagram page and it progressed all the way to the podcast!  We discuss his Muslim-Iranian roots, the complicated nature of peace in the Middle East, popular politicians, and how to have conve...

In this episode Will sits down with Pastor Billy Calderwood or Media City Church in Burbank, CA to discuss Christianity.  Despite being the most popular religion in the world, Christianity has many detractors and the critiques of the faith were addressed in a thoughtful and open manner during this discussion.  The conversation also covered philosophical ideas of truth, meaning, and how to live you...

In this episode Will sits down with Elizabeth Rhodes, who created the childrens book "Feminism is For Boys".  Topics discussed include the fluid definition of "Feminism", why certain privileges take precedence over others, male emotional expression, Transgendered athletes, complex nature of parenting, and more.

In the episode, Will sits down with Feminist activist Destiny Herndon-De La Rosa from New Wave Feminists to discuss the abortion issue and how that intersects with womens' equality.  

In this episode Will sits down with Kyle Carter.  Kyle has had a very diverse and fascinating life and he shares his experiences with Will as they both navigate the concept of "The American Dream".  Wealth inequality, technological advancements, and racial/cultural hurdles are discussed and challenged in this episode.   Continue the discussion on our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/ cylind...

In this episode Will sits down with who Quillette Magazine called "The filmmaker of the Intellectual Dark Web" to discuss the topic of Media.  Rob's work is both incredibly accurate and incredibly entertaining- a feat that is extremely difficult and we rarely see.   Continue the discussion on our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/ cylinderradio Follow Will on Instagram @WillReusch Contact us...

In this episode Will sits down with the author of "Excellent Sheep" William Deresiewicz to discuss the process of applying & attending America's top universities.  The system as it currently stands has many faults and produces adults who are not necessarily what we as a society want & need.  This conversation may change the way you view "Elite" education. Continue the discussion on our Facebook gr...

In this episode Will sits down with brilliant satirical cartoonist JimBob.  Despite their simple design, his cartoons are incredibly nuanced and complex, demanding thought from those who view them. His art has also been the target of censorship by all major social media platforms for their heterodox messages and promotion of ideas such as freedom of speech.   Continue the discussion on our Faceboo...

In this episode Will sits down with teacher and doctoral student Shelby Kretz.  Shelby has taught for many years and currently operates "Little Justice Leaders"- an educational service aimed at introducing social justice concepts to early childhood education.  Will and Shelby dive into the complicated nuance of the "Social Justice Movement" and attempt to find common ground in the hopes of creatin...

In this episode Will sits down with radiation oncologist Paul Song.  Paul is both a physician and has been active in the fight to improve the healthcare system in America for several years.  In this episode he and Will discuss the current healthcare system as well as the positives and negatives of proposed improvements. Continue the discussion on our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/cylinde...

In this episode Will sits down with David Hernandez.  David has been active in local Los Angeles issues for many years.  In this episode he and Will break down the complex nature of environmental policies & local government, specifically the L.A. "Trash Monopoly".  Continue the discussion on our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/cylinderradio Follow Will on Instagram @WillReusch Contact us v...

In this episode Will sits down with medical student and aspiring abortion doctor Kristina Carney to discuss abortion.  Abortion pits two fundamental ideas against each other: Life & Freedom.  This conversation is a launchpad for the listeners to have deeper discussion moving forward. Continue the discussion on our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/cylinderradio Follow Will on Instagram @Will...

In this episode Will sits down with active duty Air Force firearms instructor Avery "Skip" Skipalis to discuss guns.  A topic that is very polarized and often misunderstood, Will & Skip break down specifics such as the NRA, firearm safety, and mass shootings.   Continue the discussion on our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/cylinderradio Follow Will on Instagram @WillReusch Contact us via e...

In this episode Will sits down with controversial entertainer Joy Villa.  Joy is a very unique figure in that she "checks" many boxes that don't necessarily seem to typically overlap.  Will and Joy discuss the complicated yet important nature of being your authentic self and the true nature of being an individual in a world where there is constant scrutiny and pressure to be a certain way. Continu...