Gwendolyn Dolske, PhD & Rudy Salo | Philosophy & Education Podcast

Good Is In The Details

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Good Is In The Details is an engaging philosophy and education podcast hosted by Gwendolyn Dolske, Ph. D., and Rudy Salo, exploring the ideas that shape how we think, learn, and live. Blending philosophy, higher education, books, ethics, culture, and critical thinking, the show invites listeners into thoughtful conversations with scholars, authors, and experts from a wide range of disciplines. Each episode makes complex ideas accessible, connecting philosophy to everyday life, current events, human behavior, and the pursuit of meaning. From ethics and epistemology to history, sociology, and th...

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Gwendolyn Dolske, PhD & Rudy Salo | Philosophy & Education Podcast

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www.goodisinthedetails.com

Latest episode

Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

Bringing Sexy Infrastructure Back 22.08.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back journalist Liz Farmer to talk about all things infrastructure.  What is the scope? Impact? What is social infrastructure?  Learn more about Liz Farmer: https://www.farmersfieldonline.com Ready Rudy's work: Forbes.com Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

For the Love of Poetry 13.08.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with poet/novelist Christina Strigas.  What is role of poetry in culture?  The romance novel?  What are some tips for writing?   Follow Christina on Twitter: @christinastriga Learn more about Christina Strigas: https://christinastrigas.com Become a patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

Answering Your Personal Finance Questions 01.08.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back to the pod Josephti Cruz (Wealth Garden Financial Services). What does it mean to respect money? What is the importance of credit?  How to budget?  How do women invest/spend differently?   Learn more about Josephti: https://thewealthgardenfs.com Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

The Ethics of Sexbots 15.07.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Professor Neil McArthur (University of Manitoba) about his work on the ethics of sexbots.  What are some of the moral and legal implications regarding robot sex?  What can we learn about ourselves and the role of AI?  Learn more about Professor McArthur: https://neilmcarthur.com Get your copy of The Raffle by Randy Smith Become a patron of the show: https:/...

Let's Overthink 30.06.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo team up with Overthink Podcast hosts Dr. Anderson and Dr. Pena-Guzman to discuss public philosophy and the role of philosophy in podcasting.  We also cover topics such as free speech in university, Critical Race Theory, and the evolution of relationships.  Check out Overthink Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overthink/id1538249280 Support the show on Pa...

Podcast in Review 21.06.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk about some of their favorite moments on Good Is In The Details.  Read Rudy's work on Forbes.com Support the Show: Patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

The Creative Process: Comedy, Film, and Storytelling 13.06.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with actor/producer/musician John F Thomas about his work in film and production.  We learn about he importance of storytelling and the work behind the creative process.  And... who was Mansa Musa? Check out John's work: https://www.johnfthomas.com View the trailer for The Director Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

A Lesson in Asian American History: What Every American Should Know 16.05.2021

"Due to your Asian physical features, the assumption is that you're a foreigner." That single sentence, spoken not as outrage but as calm, familiar observation by a scholar who has lived it, contains the entire history of Asian Americans in the United States. A history that most Americans were never taught. A history that made the hatred of 2020 and 2021 not a sudden eruption but the latest chapte...

Understanding Anxiety 04.05.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Dr. Gelareh Solomon about the nature of anxiety.  How is it defined?  How is the pandemic impacting us?  What are some tools for dealing with anxiety?   Learn more about Dr. Solomon: http://psychologyplease.com Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

Make Me A Match 24.04.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo learn about the business of matchmaking with Tammi Pickle of Elite Connections.  What is it like to be a professional matchmaker?   Elite Connections: https://www.eliteconnections.com/elite-advantage Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

To Infinity and Beyond 28.03.2021

What drives human beings to explore space? Why do we feel compelled to understand the universe? In this episode of Good Is In The Details , we speak with NASA engineer Tracy Drain about the philosophy of space exploration, scientific curiosity, and the deeply human desire to know. As renewed interest in lunar missions and deep space travel grows—with programs like Artemis II capturing global atten...

From We to Me 16.03.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Alexandra Beattie (creator of Divide and Thrive) and financial advisor Josephti Cruz about the emotional and financial aspects of divorce, and how to flourish post divorce.  We discuss goal setting and learning to see the world anew.   Learn more about Divide and Thrive: https://www.divideandthrive.net/aboutus Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreo...

Examining the Social Media Landscape 28.02.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back Rev. Dr. Angela Gorrell to the pod to discuss her book Always On.  How can we navigate the social media landscape?  How does our online life reflect our character?  How can we be better with the way we interact on social media?  Learn more about Professor Gorrell: https://www.angelagorrell.com Support the pod on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInT...

Don't Spoil That! 12.02.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Philosophy Professor Richard Greene about his book Spoiler Alert!  We learn the definition and nuance of spoiling.  Many films are discussed in this episode so...Spoiler Alert!   Get Professor Greene's Book: The Philosophy of Spoilers Check out Professor Greene's Podcast: I Think Therefore I Fan Become a patron of the show: Patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

Too young and Too Early: On the Hyper-sexualization of Girls in Media 29.01.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo discuss the portrayal of young girls and women in the media with Professor Gigi Durham (School of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Iowa).  We focus on her book The Lolita Effect. Learn more about Dr. Durham: https://clas.uiowa.edu/sjmc/people/meenakshi-gigi-durham Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

About January 6th 2021 16.01.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Elizabeth Wydra, President of the Constitutional Accountability Center.  We discuss the event at the capital on January 6th, the impeachment, and the history of the constitution.   Learn more about Elizabeth Wydra: https://www.theusconstitution.org Get your copy of The Raffle.   Support the show: Patreon.com/Goodisinthedetails

New Year New You: Talking Finance and Real Estate 08.01.2021

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with long time real estate investor, Mark Farrelly (Mark Brian Realty). How do trends in real estate reflect values?  What are steps to achieve financial goals?  How has Covid-19 impacted the way we view home/work life?   Learn more about Mark Farrelly: https://markbrianrealty.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails Outro music: "Giddy U...

The Value of Sex Education 28.12.2020

Gwendolyn Dolske and Konstantin Hatcher talk with sex educator, Cindy Scharkey.  What is good sex education?  How can we better understand female pleasure?  What are desire styles?  How can parents talk to their children about sex?   Learn more about Cindy's work (and upcoming podcast Permission for Pleasure): Cindyscharkey.com Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

How to Learn from Heartbreak 21.12.2020

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Break Up coach, Kendra Allen, about her work and insight into breaking up with grace.  What do we learn about ourselves?  How can we heal? How can we be a supportive friend to someone going through heartbreak?  Kendra's Website: https://www.breakupbestie.com Become a patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails q5I5j3Y7neNk1dyGQJPV

Let's Be Objective 17.12.2020

Gwendolyn and Rudy welcome back to the show law enforcement analyst, Jeff Cortese.  Jeff discusses his take on the issue of voter fraud and why we should examine the issue (setting bias aside). https://www.jeffcortese.com Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

Gig Economy and the Fate of Cities 28.11.2020

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with journalist Liz Farmer about the new dynamics of work in the gig economy.  What are the  legal implications?  How will this impact cities?   https://www.farmersfieldonline.com Rudy Salo's Forbes article . Prop 22 . Support the Show on Patreon .

Swiping For Romance 18.11.2020

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Sex and Relationship Therapist Dr. Rossana Sida about dating in the time of coronavirus. We discuss dating apps, intimacy, and relationships.  http://www.rossanasida.com https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails

The Gravity of Joy: A Theologian on Finding Joy in the Midst of Grief, Loss, and Suffering 08.11.2020

She was hired by Yale University to study joy. Then she lost three family members in four weeks. There is perhaps no more honest setup for a conversation about what joy actually is, and what it is not. In this episode of Good Is In The Details, Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo sit down with Dr. Angela Gorrell (theologian, author, speaker, and former research scholar at the Yale Center for Faith and...

Her Phil-Life-Sophy 27.10.2020

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo talk with Dr. Cori Wong (Meta Level Love Podcast) about her work in public philosophy, her Ted Talk on Feminist Friendship, and the art of living.  https://coriwong.com https://www.patreon.com/GoodIsInTheDetails  

How to Navigate Social Media 15.10.2020

Gwendolyn Dolske and Rudy Salo welcome back comedian Erin Darling Torralva to the pod! We discuss comedy, the documentary The Social Dilemma, and her podcast Hot Pizza Ass.  Erin also answers a few questions from Professor Dolske's students.  Check out Hot Pizza Ass: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-pizza-ass-with-erin-darling-torralva/id1483236066 Become a patron of the show: https://www...

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