Mr. Hannibal North joins us this week! What do you like to watch, and what in particular do you like to watch for in your movies and tv shows? Should our entertainment make a concerted effort to speak to the issues of our day, or should they provide an escape from our sometimes hectic world? How important is representation to you and do you feel the actors, writers and producers of our entertainment have a responsibility to us to make sure we can see ourselves in their work?

Kristien joins the 4th Branch podcast to discuss her topic of sexism, racism and ageism. Are these constructs that have any real effect in your life today? In the life of anyone you know? If so, how prevalent are these forces in your life or their lives? Join us for a wide ranging discussion on these issues.

What have you heard said about the state of our water, food and air? Are we truly experiencing the kind of dire shortages that some claim? Join us as we explore this fascinating topic.

Ask yourself, how hard is it to find out the things you want to know? This episode unpacks the where, how and why we choose to inform ourselves in the age of ubiquitous information sources.

This episode explores the subject of guns and their role in our society.

This week we discuss extremism. What do you consider to be extreme? How do you feel about extreme behavior? Let's explore.

This week we discuss the perils and failings of our modern health care system.