“You may have heard about the need for education based programs centered around concepts of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics… otherwise known as “S.T.E.M.” Education, but have you heard of “S.T.E.A.M” Education? A unique and inquisitive initiative from Duke University is looking into that...bringing together Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics with that of the Arts and Humanities to better our understanding systems of education, and further application of the Hard Sciences in our ever so Human World.”Please Join us as we sit down with Dr. Ariana Eily, a Postdoc at Duke University looking into the benefits of incorporating the Humanities and the Arts into the education and research of “S.T.E.M.” environments.“Discover more in this Episode of More Or Less Human, “Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead"

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"Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead"

“In this episode of More Or Less Human, we take a trip to a Kibbutz near the Northern Edge of the ‘67 Israeli Border, not much more than 5km from the Golan Heights, to sit down and speak with one, Dr. Judith Yoel. Join us as We discover and learn from Dr. Yoel’s experiences including what is was that drove her to come to Israel in the Passions of her Youth, Only From there to Find Love, Make a Family, and Discover the importance of Community & the Kibbutz…”

Chicken Coup Disco-Tech

Join us in this episode of 'More Or Less Human' as we sit down with a Professors Dr. Andrew Chesnut of Virginia Common Wealth University & Kate Kingsbury of the University of Alberta to discus the pairs research together on religiosity in the Global South. Discover more about the practices of exorcism and its recent rise amongst Pentecostals in places like Brazil, learn about the pairs research and experiences studying folks saints like that of Santa Muerte, who popularity has come to both pop-cultural and Pontifical reference and acclaim.   about more  dynamic duo and research team 

"Demons, Death & Devotees"

"Balagan" was a word popularized after the 1990s Post-Soviet Aliyah of Jewish Communities to Israel from the USSR. Meaning, "Messy" or "Chaotic" the term is often used to describe the state of political affairs in Israel. In this episode, hosted with the support of MSU Undergrad, Ben Francis, we sit down with Prof. Yael Aronoff of The James Madison College at MSU and Prof. Myron "Mike" Aronoff, Professor Emeritus of Rutgers University to talk about the current state of Israeli Political Affairs, the rise of nationalism, and the history of political currents through out the state of Israel. 

"Balagan"

In this episode of "More Or Less Human" we sit down with Dr. Theodore Ransaw of Michigan State University to discuss his research on fatherhood, race, and educational development across communities. 

"Building Blueprints"

In this episode of More or Less Human, we sit down with Miss Onleilove Alston, Author of the book Prophetic Whirlwind: Uncovering the Black Biblical Destiny. Discover the historic, cultural, and religious links of contemporary African American Religiosity through the experiences and stories of Miss Onleilove Alston. 

"Well Rooted"

In this Episode of "More Or Less Human" we sit down with Dr. Megan Maas of Michigan State University's Department of Human Development & Family Studies to talk about the rise in internet porn, sex education, and how parents and their teens might better come to educate themselves about sex! Dr. Megan Mass is an Assistant Professor studying Technology & Sexuality. Dr. Maas received her PhD in 2016 from The Pennsylvania State University. The focus of Her research is on the sexual socialization of adolescents, with an emphasis on the role social media, sexting, and online pornography play in the development of attitudes and behaviors that are related to sexuality and gender.  Dr. Maas is also the founder and organizer of The Media, Adolescence, and Sexuality (MAaS) Lab at Michigan State University. Join us to explore how technology is changing the way we understand sexuality and come to educate ourselves on the subject. 

"Sex Shouldn't Be Sad"

In this Episode of "More or Less Human" We sit down with Prof. Adam Seligman of Boston University's Department of Religion to discuss his experiences and stories about youth spent on the Kibbtuz, as well as memories from his time in Israel, and reflections from his work on the international NGO: CEDAR: Communities Engaging with Difference And Religion. 

"What's Justice"

In this episode of "More Or Less Human" We discuss those events that surrounded and preceded the Buddhist Crisis in South Vietnam, in which the Buddhist Monk Thich Quang Duc Self-Immolated on the Streets of Saigon in 1963, with Prof. Charles Keith of Michigan State University 

"Burnt Offerings"

In this Episode of "More or Less Human" We sat down the director, Monty Wates, to talk about his documentary "Magic Medicine". "Magic Medicine" follows the first ever clinical trial in the United Kingdom that uses Psilocybin as a potential treatment for treatment resistant depression. Tune in as we explore the story behind the production of 'Magic Medicine". 

"Compassion, Cures, & Cubensis"

In this Episode of "More or Less Human" we sit down with Prof. Shreena Gandhi to talk about race, culture, ethnicity, and religion in relation to the cultural appropriation of Yoga and the threat of White Supremacy in America. Join us in a unique and refreshing discussion, as we discuss nuanced topics to share new insight, perspectives, and views for our audience. As we here at "More or Less Human" strive to promote compassion and diminish "Othering" through the expanse of the "Self". We hope you gain as much and learn something along the way in this episode of "More or Less Human" with Host, Connor James Storck

"American Poser"

In this Episode of "More Or Less Human" we sit down with Patty Wagenhofer, her Fiancee & Partner Cynthia, as well Patty's daughter Alex to discuss the dynamics of a Contemporary American Family. Tune in for a discussion about identity, family, parenting, sexuality, and more!!!

"Love, Kin, & Kindness"

In celebration of March Madness & MSU's Men's Basketball Team making it to the NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament Final Four, "More or Less Human" is releasing a special episode. In this Special Episode of "More or Less Human" we sit down with Prof. Morgan Shipley and Prof. Jesse Draper for a discussion on Sports & Religion, and how each can be similarly used to construct identity. Go Green!!!

Special Episode: "IZZO 3:16"

 Tune in to listen to Prof. Khalil in a discussion about the Pilgrim's journey to Mecca and other places of religious and cultural importance to Islam. We also get a candid and thoughtful reflection from Prof. Khalil about his own personal experience going on Hajj. 

"Hajji"

In "Escaping Midnight", we sit down with Dr. Morgan Shipley- a Professor within the Department of Religious Studies at Michigan State University- to discuss the rise and popular use of psychoactive hallucinogens and their entheogenic applications in society. Focusing on the periods like the 1960s American counterculture, we explore the influence of entheogens on New Religious Movements that came out of this period, such as the Neo-American Church. We begin with a discussion on Z.C. Zahner and his later critiques of the 1960s American Counterculture and its use of such substances.    “Escaping Midnight” moderates those “Escapist” tendencies of the “Hippie” Generation as more than just a means to escape those social anxieties inherently linked to the heightened Political and Social unrest of the day. From Kennedy to Nixon, Korea to Vietnam, Woodstock to Washington, we set out to understand what Timothy Leary’s famous quote “Turn on, Tune in, and Drop Out“ really meant during this period of cultural, intellectual, and spiritual revolution. The influence of which instigated the creation of new communities, religious identities, and cultural expressions that were uniquely transgressive in the West’s relationship with entheogens and the appropriation of Eastern traditions.

"Escaping Midnight"

   “More or Less Human” is an audio production, produced with the help of the College of Arts and Letters at Michigan State University. Through storytelling and academic research, “More or Less Human” explores the diversity of the Human Experience. We hope to share perspectives that help you, the listener, think more deeply about the world  we share. Our aim is to provide our listeners with Engaging Stories and Discussion  to promote compassion for Humanness in all its expressions.  “More or Less Human” hopes to contribute to Our Audience's understanding of the Human Condition through the sharing and discussion of individuals Stories & experiences. “More or Less Human” works to capture a wide range of the human experiences to provide the greatest insights and new perspectives for our listeners. We hope that you enjoy!      -Connor James Storck, Host & Creator Of "More Or Less Human"

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