Twinvestigation

Tell your relatives! For episode 19, we bring on special guest Uncle Rick (Staropoli), who walks us through the weird wild ethical quagmire of direct-to-consumer genetic tests. Intro track: "Ancestors" by Miko Marks and the Resurrectors Outro track: "Who Am I?" by Country Joe and the Fish

For our first episode of season 3, we're joined by Cam Blair to talk about the dangers of doctor shortages and a field of medical training that is quickly on the rise. Intro track: "The Next Episode (Instrumental)" by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg Outro track: "Can I Believe You" by Fleet Foxes

You're twinvited to join us for another season! (Sorry, had to). In this brief teaser we warm up our vocal chords and announce a new format for our upcoming episodes. Stay tuned for more and feel free to reach out at twinvestigationpod@gmail.com!

After the first year of our podcast, we decided it was time to take a pause out of our regularly scheduled program for some reflection on the topics we've covered so far. We're grateful to everyone who has followed along with us on the way! Intro and outro track: "Ten Thousand Words" by the Avett Brothers

We don't recommend listening to this episode hungry. For our 16th recording, we take a bite out of the burgeoning plant-based burger industry. Intro track: "Animal" by Miike Snow Interlude track: "The Hamburger Song" by James Cunningham Outro track: "Vegetables" by The Beach Boys

For episode 15, Jonah looks at the Intermediate Disturbance Hypothesis and asks us each to consider: when is hardship helpful? Intro track: "Survivor" by Destiny's Child Transition track: "Harder Better Faster Stronger" by Daft Punk Outtro track: "Fuel Up" by Stornoway

For episode 14, Kateri researches the myth of the "100-year flood" - and then, naturally, the all-too-real reality of imminent climate crisis. Intro track: "A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall" by The Staple Singers Outtro track: "All Eyes on Me" by Bo Burnham

For episode 13, Jonah discusses the poetic and powerful life of Daniel Tammet, an austic savant and synesthete. Check out more of Daniel's work here: http://danieltammet.net/. Intro track: "Mr Blue Sky" by Electric Light Orchestra Outtro track: "Colors" by Black Pumas

What's your circadian rhythm like? In episode 12, Kateri talks about the history of sleeping and the current challenges we face as a chronically sleep-deprived society. Intro track: "Gotta Get Up" by Harry Nilsson Outtro track: "Go to Sleep" by the Avett Brothers

How do we know what decision is best for us? In episode 11, Jonah takes us on a mystical, mathematical journey through the theory (and application) of optimal stopping. Intro track: "Should I Stay or Should I Go?" by The Clash Outtro track: "Bad Decisions" by The Strokes

In episode 10, Kateri explores the global rights of nature movement, following the lead of Christopher Stone's 1972 paper, asking, "Should trees have standing?" Read the original article here: https://iseethics.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/stone-christopher-d-should-trees-have-standing.p Df And check out the timeline we mention here: https://celdf.org/advancing-community-rights/rights-of-nature/rights-nature-timeline/ Intro track: "Sunflower River Blues" by John Fahey Outtro track: "Morning Has Broken" by Yusuf/Cat Stevens

After a brief hiatus, we're back for season 2! Have any weird dreams in the interim? In episode 9, Jonah talks coincidences, and the meaning we make (or don't) of their occurrence. Intro track: "Odds Are" by Barenaked Ladies Outro track: "Eclipse" by Pink Floyd

Episode 8 marks the final installment of season 1's explorations. Kateri takes it close to home for a look at the ethics and history of the Catholic Worker movement. Intro track: "Our Life is More than Our Work" by Charlie King Outtro track: "Come Thou Found of Every Blessing" by Sufjan Stevens

Grab your swim trunks, folks. In episode 7, Jonah takes us into the wild and wonderful world of cold water immersion. Intro track: Water by Ra Ra Riot and Rostam Outtro track: The Swimming Song by Loudon Wainwright III

"You press the button, we do the rest." In episode 6, Kateri gives us a snapshot of Eastman Kodak's notorious rise, fall, and lasting legacy. Note: For more on Kodak's racist hiring practices, and the grassroots organizing that fought it, you can check out this brief read from the Southwest Tribune. https://southwesttribune.com/news/fight-eastman-kodak/ Intro track: "Kodachrome" by Paul Simon Outtro track: "Cameras" by Matt and Kim

What is the thing all things devours? In episode 5, Kateri interviews Jonah on the ever-elusive yet all-encompassing concept of time. Intro and outro track: "Laundry Room" by the Avett Brothers.

Ever wonder why the heck we carve out pumpkins every fall? In episode 4, Jonah interviews Kateri on the origins of this night when the veil grows thin. Intro and outro tracks from Cartoon Network's mini-series "Over the Garden Wall" (which we can't recommend highly enough).

In episode 3, Jonah takes us on a field trip to high school. We discuss the shitshow that is the 2020 school year -- and specifically the effects of classroom video recording. Intro track: "Zoom" theme song Outro track: "I'll Be Watching You" by The Police

Get out your pruning shears, folks. For episode 2, Jonah interviews Kateri on America's most-grown crop. Intro track: "The Suburbs" by Arcade Fire Outro track: "Wildflowers" by Trampled by Turtles

In our first episode, Kateri interviews Jonah on the phenomenon and ethics of fantasy sports. Warning: Episode includes shameless plugs for the Buffalo Bills. Twinvestigation has not yet made an official endorsement. Note: We're still nailing down sound quality techniques! Thanks for your patience with the process. Intro and outro track: "Tangerine" by Glass Animals