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UA Podcast: South Park, Satire, and Society

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In its 16th year on the air, South Park has been celebrated and demonized by people throughout the world. Their unapologetic head-on approach to addressing the issues of the day using humor has led to them being one of the most watched and trusted sources for news and current events analysis. Brian Dunphy is a   …Continue Reading


Quote of the Day: Rod Serling

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“It is said that science fiction and fantasy are two different things. Science fiction is the improbable made possible, and fantasy is the impossible made probable.” – Rod Serling, The Twilight Zone, 1962. Source: Wikiquote Photo: Gordon D / flickr  


Need Willpower? Watch a Rerun of Friends

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Running low on willpower after a busy day? According to a new study, you can restore your drive to get things done in a very comfortable way: watch your favorite TV rerun. “People have a limited pool of these valuable mental resources [willpower, self-control],” says Jaye Derrick, research scientist at the University at Buffalo’s Research   …Continue Reading


One Use of Duct Tape MacGyver Didn’t Know About

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We all know that MacGyver, come hell or high water, had a small, flattened roll of duct tape in his back pocket. Carrying both this and his ever-present Swiss Army knife, the resourceful agent was able to solve complex problems. One thing that MacGyver probably didn’t know about is that duct tape is more effective   …Continue Reading