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BTRtv’s Daily Laughter

Humor relaxes tension and brings about happiness during the day. As part of "Positivity Week" at BTR, Zach Schepis and Lisa Autz take to the streets to learn about what makes people laugh.

For more on this topic, check out this week's Third Eye Weekly.

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We talked with Malcolm Gladwell, here's what he had to say.

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BTR Weekly News Update 10/23/14

BTR Pulse

Crush On A Married Man - BTR Pulse [ep195]

A recent blog post on Forever Ashley suggests that it is never okay to share your feelings if you have a crush on a married man. This week on BTR Pulse, Sarah Fraser asks people if they believe it’s okay to be honest about the crush and under what circumstances it may become a problem.

Radio Dispatch: Kindergarten isn't for kid stuff

Academics and early childhood education, more on the US's waffling on the convention against torture, and the listener mail just keeps coming.  Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, or theradiodispatch.com [email protected] facebook.com/TheRadioDispatch twitter.com/Radio_Dispatch donateyouraccount.com/RadioDispatch

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The Daily Beat

It's your daily news roundup courtesy of BTR! Today on the beat: Shots ring out at Canada's Parliament U.S. government probes medical devices for possible cyber flaws US journalist recovers; Ebola 'czar' gets to work EU to call on Russia to help stabilize Ukraine: statement Amid regional turmoil, Israel looks to its firm bond with Jordan

Third Eye Weekly

Welcome to Third Eye Weekly--a podcast hosted by BTR's Matthew DeMello and Jennifer Smith for underreported news, the spoken word, and radical conversation to keep you informed.

On today's show, we're talking with the minds behind two of the most provocative viral videos on the subject of how the Digital Age is doing more to keep us apart rather than bring us together. Up first, Prince Ea is a rapper and spoken word artist whose video "Can We Auto-Correct Humanity?" was recently featured on BuzzFeed for its provocative look at our relationship with our devices.

And later, director Matthew Frost is the auteur behind a number of short films on the pitfalls of new media and self-promotion. His latest features actress Kirsten Dunst and highlights some of the new ways that celebrities and "fans" are interacting... awkwardly.

As always, don't forget to check out our Tumblr and Twitter accounts, for the latest in independent media and underreported news.

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BTR News Update 9/25/14

Here's some of the latest of underreported news from our round-the-clock news outlets here at BTR! Arm yourselves with knowledge, friends. 

BTR Pulse

Service Website Warnings - BTR Pulse [ep191]

Many websites where people can offer services -- such as those for actors, models, etc. -- include warnings for their users about potential scams. Sarah Fraser asks people whether they think these warnings are necessary of if common sense should prevail.

Radio Dispatch: Guy Schaffer on Climate Change

Guy Schaffer joins us to discuss the climate march and broader issues related to the changing environment, and Obama addresses the UN General Assembly. Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, or theradiodispatch.com [email protected] facebook.com/TheRadioDispatch twitter.com/Radio_Dispatch donateyouraccount.com/RadioDispatch

The Daily Beat

It's your daily news roundup courtesy of BTR! Today on the beat: As Ukraine's debt tangle unwinds, Russia holds key thread Senator: Terror Group Nearly Capable Of Explosive U.S. hospitals unprepared to handle Ebola waste Obama Calls For Dismantling IS 'Network Of Death' U.S. conducts five more airstrikes in Syria, Iraq against Islamic State

Third Eye Weekly

Welcome to Third Eye Weekly--a podcast hosted by BTR's Matthew DeMello and Jennifer Smith for underreported news, the spoken word, and radical conversation to keep you informed. On today's show, political scientist, author, and professor emeritus with Boston University, Andrew J Bacevich joins us to discuss his recent op-ed for Reuters on President Obama's announcement on air strikes against the ISIS. And later, researcher for the Remote Control Project, Crofton Black discusses his work datamining documents from the Department of Defense on the corporate interests involved in the US Special Operations Command. This week's spoken word segments feature the talents of Joshua Merchant and Jack McCarthy. As always, don't forget to check out our Tumblr and Twitter accounts, for the latest in independent media and underreported news.

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BTR News Update 8/28/14

EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT! Here's your weekly BTR News Update for 8/28/14. Arm yourselves with knowledge, friends. 

BTR Pulse

Pay It Forward Or Guilt? - BTR Pulse [ep187]

This week on BTR Pulse, Sarah Fraser asks people whether they “pay it forward” because they want to or because they feel guilted into it. Featured song: "Time Between" by Bear In Heaven

Radio Dispatch: US weighs airstrikes in Syria

The Obama administration is reportedly considering beginning airstrikes in Syria, so-called anti-rape nail polish, and listener mail.  Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, or theradiodispatch.com [email protected] facebook.com/TheRadioDispatch twitter.com/Radio_Dispatch donateyouraccount.com/RadioDispatch

The Daily Beat

It's your daily news roundup courtesy of BTR! Today on the beat: US JOURNALIST THANKFUL FOR WORK TO SECURE FREEDOM Russian courts close three McDonald's branches in Moscow: agencies GAZA CEASE-FIRE HOLDS AS SIDES WEIGH GAINS U.N. investigators fear for children in ISIS training camps France tells citizens, Air France to avoid Liberia, Sierra Leone over Ebola

Third Eye Weekly

On today's show, Tanya Silverman speaks with Robin Rice, the brains behind the #StopTheBeautyMadnessmovement which you may have seen on social media. The pair chat about body image issues in the mass media and the best ways to use social media for positivity. And later, we're joined in the studio by BTR's own Lisa Autz to discussing her investigation into the controversy from earlier this year over luxury apartments in New York City providing separate entrances for lower-income residents. This week's spoken word segments feature the talents of Denise Jolly and David James Hudson. As always, don't forget to check out our Tumblr and Twitter accounts, for the latest in independent media and underreported news.

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BTR News Update 6/5/14

BTR Pulse

Profile Photo Enhancement - BTR Pulse [ep176]

With all the software and apps out there for improving photos these days, it may be hard to imagine sharing one without tweaking it at least a little, but do edited photos represent the real you? This week on BTR Pulse, Sarah Fraser asks people if they enhance or edit their photos before putting them online and how far is too far when it comes to altering physical appearance in photos. /// Featured song: “Physical Emotions” by Black Bananas

Radio Dispatch: Mother & daughter on crowd-funding gender confirmation

A trans woman and her mother join us to discuss crowd-funding gender confirmation surgery, the Chicago Sun Times retracts an NRO opinion piece it ran, and the Justice for Jane movement. Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, or theradiodispatch.com [email protected] facebook.com/TheRadioDispatch twitter.com/Radio_Dispatch donateyouraccount.com/RadioDispatch

The Daily Beat

It's your daily news roundup courtesy of BTR! Today on the beat: Dalai Lama, on Tiananmen anniversary, urges China to embrace democracy ISRAEL DOCTORS WON'T FORCE-FEED PALESTINIANS GO FIGURE: ANOTHER SENATE RACE WITH RECORD MONEY Guinea, Sierra Leone see spike in Ebola cases: WHO More than 100 arrested in Harlem in largest-ever NYC gang bust

Third Eye Weekly

Welcome to Third Eye Weekly -- a podcast hosted by BTR's Matthew DeMello and Jennifer Smith for underreported news, the spoken word, and radical conversation to keep you informed. On today's show, Dr. Michael A. Smith, author of The Supplement Pyramid, joins us to talk about the growing importance of nutrients supplements, why our soil is part of the reason that our food isn't giving us what our bodies need, and how we can begin a supplement regimen. And later, BTR DJ Jess Goulart, host of the Scotch and Cinema podcast on BTR, talks to Perry Bard, the brains behind a crowdsourced remake of the classic 1929 documentary, Man With A Camera. This week's spoken word segments feature the talents of Christian Drake and Kait Rokowski. As always, don't forget to check out our Tumblr and Twitter accounts, for the latest in independent media and underreported news. Last but not least, here are parts 1 and 2 of The Daily Beat episodes featuring activist and poet Phoenix Nastasha Russell that we mention in the intro to today's program.

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BTR News Update 5/15/14

For all the serious news junkies out there, here's our weekly BTR News Update! This week we cover everything from anonymous online reviews to Chelsea Manning to Alex Chilton in the wilderness!

Anonymous Online Reviews - BTR Pulse [ep173]

This week on BTR Pulse, Sarah Fraser talks to people about whether online reviews of businesses should be allowed anonymity. /// Featured song: "Cast Away" by Strange Talk

Radio Dispatch

Something called cut-off culture makes a dude super upset, Glenn Greenwald's new NSA book drops, and Chelsea Manning may be transferred to a civilian prison for hormone replacement therapy. Also, listener mail and checking in on Molly's students' play. Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, or theradiodispatch.com [email protected] facebook.com/TheRadioDispatch twitter.com/Radio_Dispatch donateyouraccount.com/RadioDispatch

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The Daily Beat

It's your daily news roundup courtesy of BTR! Today on the beat: Ukraine holds talks to end crisis, rebels not invited REPORT HIGHLIGHTS CHILD LABOR ON US TOBACCO FARMS ANY HEALTH WOES COMMON IN AUTISTIC ADULTS: STUDY Six powers, Iran launch crunch phase of nuclear diplomacy Nigeria signals readiness to talk to Boko Haram rebels

Third Eye Weekly

Welcome to Third Eye Weekly -- a podcast hosted by BTR's Matthew DeMello and Jennifer Smith for underreported news, the spoken word, and radical conversation to keep you informed. On today's show, author Holly George Warren talks about her new book, A Man Called Destruction: The Life and Music of Alex Chilton. She and Matt talk about Chilton's work in the Box Tops, Big Star, and the DIY legend's brief stint "in the wilderness" of New Orleans. This week's spoken word segments feature the talents of Michael Lee and Rachel Sault. As always, don't forget to check out our Tumblr and Twitter accounts, for the latest in independent media and underreported news.