Point Counterpoint

Host Chris Wright will be exploring the origins of human language regarding onomatopoeia and word echoic bases. Could it be that all words originate from the sound that the object makes in nature?   

Host Chris Wright will be presenting his findings regarding the presence of tool use as an indicator of language, the syntax of tool use, and the underlying linguistic and neurological structures behind both tool use and language. This will be the first episode of the podcast that also has a video component. This visual component will only be available on Spotify and YouTube.

Host Chris Wright brings everyone on a magical journey through Poetry, Squid Game, Afghanistan, and monkey language to truly provide an amazing episode.

Host Chris Wright almost named this episode "Damned if you Do, Damned if you don't, Dude". Lots of alliteration, if you know what I mean. It's time for alcohol, some history, some poetry, and more. Subscribe on Substack, and check out my BookShop page.

Host Chris Wright brings Graeson Korte back to the show. They talk about everything from podcasts, to Godzilla, to food, to new developments in the area. Let the reminiscing commence. 

Andrew Calderella is an entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and author whose new book "The Way" came out in 2020. This was an absolutely fascinating and important conversation. The two talk about loads of intriguing subjects such as the biggest problems facing humanity, social media, learning disabilities, and more. 

Luke West is the host of the podcast "The Imperfect Pod" where he discusses a variety of topics such as masculinity by talking with many different guests. The two discuss masculinity, books, and more in this episode. Sorry for the technical difficulties in this episode. Unfortunately, a good chunk of the end of the show was lost. However, it is still a good, interesting conversation.  

Roland Ennos is a biologist at the University of Hull, United Kingdom. He discusses, the importance of wood and trees as crucial elements in human civilization and evolution. He also gets into different uses of different woods for a variety of tools and architectures. His new book "The Age of Wood: Our Most Useful Material and the Construction of Civilization" is now available on Amazon.

Dan McCrory is a progressive labor activist, writer, and author in California. He has a book called "Capitalism Killed the Middle Class: 25 Ways the System is Rigged Against You". He also has a novel, "You will Forever Be My Always," and a dystopian novel "Worst Case Scenario: Election Night 2020" in installments on a Facebook page of the same name. In the episodes, we discuss UBI, corporations, the news, and much more.

Happy New Year everyone! 2020 won, it's time for 2021. Let's roll with the Roaring 20s 2.0.  Cheers!

Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas everyone! Today, host Chris Wright has brought to you a little piece of the old times, "When Radio Was." In this special presentation radio drama, we focus on a president who is trying to enjoy his last days in the White House at Christmastime. He then goes on a long journey of soul-searching as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas. Filled with lots of entertaining moments to make you laugh, I hope you all enjoy! And make sure to stay tuned for more editions of "When Radio Was." 

Happy Holidays!

Bill Thompson is a former, longtime radio newscaster who has conducted interviews with numerous famous individuals such as Neil deGrasse Tyson, Barack Obama, Barry Goldwater, Dolly Parton, Jimmy Carter, and Dan Quayle. He is now the host of the podcast "Now I've Heard Everything" which endeavors to post the many episodes that are available in his massive library. 

Host Chris Wright starts out with a new development in a now global phenomenon and eventually goes into some time travel talk. What are some theoretical ways that it could work and how is it misrepresented in popular movies? He also talks about some short stories, mentions a couple good quotes, and calls out nonsense.

“The true essence of a dictatorship is in fact, not in its regularity, but in its unpredictability and caprice. Those who live under it must never be able to relax, must never be quite sure if they have followed the rules correctly or not.”- Christopher Hitchens

“The essential principles of totalitarianism is to make laws that are impossible to obey.”- Christopher Hitchens

Host Chris Wright has a lot of exciting stuff to get to. He talks about the mysterious metal monolith found in the Utah desert. He gets into some news and culture, and eventually reads some poetry. He even reads his own poem. 

Host Chris Wright has quite a range of topics today as he starts off with a little information about alcohol and quickly gets into some presidential history and other fun stuff.

Host Chris Wright brings the great and powerful Kevin Malmsten on the show once again to discuss everything from animals, to geography, to extraterrestrials. 

Host Chris Wright is back at it again with his usual malarkey.  Election time has come, execute episode 69 (*juvenile giggling*). I also read some poetry, and discuss some ideas by Jorge Luis Borges. I call also call out some pseudoscience and expose stupidity. What is the nature of ownership of a creative work? Why is it okay to copy another work? These questions and more will be answered.

Host Chris Wright starts out with a little news in the realm of artificial technology. He also talks poetry, music, and history.

Host Chris Wright returns to the original KUST studio to cover several topics. He would like to appologize for not doing a Star Wars episode for the 66th episode, but promises to make it up to you. He mentions Mike Tyson, the Mars opposition 2020, poetry, and his recent interview with Zach Leary. 

Zach Leary is a psychedelic advocate, Bhakti yoga instructor, and futurist. His father was famous Harvard psychologist Timothy Leary, 1960s cultural icon whose mantra was "Tune in, turn on, drop out." He is known for several famous studies including the Good Friday Experiment (Marsh Chapel Experiment) and the Concord Prison Experiment. 

Join host Chris Wright for a special presentation and discussion of the essay from January 9, 1944 in the New York Times: "The Nightmare That Is a Reality," by Arthur Koestler. For more information, look up Witold Pilecki who was a Polish cavalry officer, intelligence officer, and resistance agent during WWII that went undercover inside the Auschwitz concentration camp. Also be sure to check out the Milgram Experiment, the Zimbardo Experiment, and the Ash Conformity Experiment.

Host Chris Wright doesn't speak at all in this episode, but lets the AI do the speaking for him. The very first podcast to be composed solely of AI generated content, even the theme song.

Host Chris Wright kicks off the show with a little history and then delves into other topics such as the Uyghurs, some evolution, and more!

Host Chris Wright is back at it with more interesting and entertaining content. He talks about language, the Fermi Paradox, and the Fischer Principle as well as some other topics. Make sure to check out the sponsor, the HITSAVERS app, available on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. 

Host Chris Wright gets the ball rolling with mentioning a great, recent book in the Hunger Games Series, "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." He also talks about the relationship between the Romans and the Germanic tribes, and eventually he dives into some current issues. This episode of the podcast is brought to you by the HitSavers app from Dr. Lunide Louis, available on the Google Play Store

Host Chris Wright talks about some topics related to recent events including the COVID-19 epidemic, the tragic murder of George Floyd, and the recent tremors that occurred around Yellowstone National Park (as there is a super-volcano beneath it). 

Host Chris Wright starts out with some news about Elon Musk's new son, X Æ A-12. He talks about the fact that so many presidential candidates have their own podcasts. He also gives some good advice as far a staying safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially after Governor Tim Walz's recent announcement. He also tells a riveting story about the 3 years, 3 months, 3 weeks, and 3 days.

There have been a myriad of tragic tales and unfortunate instances throughout human history. Many involve specific individuals, while others are stories about groups of people. Lady Jane Grey, cousin of Edward VI of England and great-niece of Henry VIII of England. Although the "Nine Days' Queen" did not have a long reign, her legacy continued for some time. Her presence in the politics of 16th century Tutor England sent ripples out for years to come.

Host Chris Wright answers a question about how best to use our time during these dark days. He reads some news that's unrelated to the COVID-19 outbreak. He tells an old Celtic folktale. He also plays the original AND the Doors version of  "Alabama Song" to highlight the difference. 

Host Chris Wright is doing something different. Not only is he broadcasting from KUST remotely in Bemidji, but he is trying to make an episode to take your minds off of the Coronavirus/COVID-19. He plays some music, talks about some cool ideas in economics, and just tries to have some fun. Make sure to be ready for his EP release that will come out at an undisclosed time. 

Host Chris Wright starts the day off right by talking about the Fermi Paradox to explain the seeming lack of extraterrestrial encounters. He then talks about some possible actual encounters with aliens as well as some possible proof of ancient astronauts influencing human civilizations throughout history. Incidents include the Betz Ball, Barney and Betty Hill, and the Mitchell-Hedges Crystal Skull. Some may be true, and some may not be.

Host Chris Wright talks about how much better life and the world are now compared to any other period in human history. Yet, we are unable to be happy about this and we are never amazed by what goes down. This is an idea also mentioned by Dr. Steven Pinker and comedian Louis C.K. Chris also just had his 21st birthday and was excited to leave to go down some of the nectar of the gods. He also gets musical and does most of the episode in the style of Dan Carlin from Hardcore History.

J Scott Christianson is an assistant teaching professor at the University of Missouri. As a technologist, he focuses on many different things. These include, artificial technology and how it is used to influence people, social media, big tech, and more. Scott is also an entrepreneur.

Dr. Lunide Louis is an organizational psychologist and podcaster from San Diego. She focuses on her 6 step morning routine to better your life. She also believes in the positive effects of meditation and is very knowledgeable in how to be a successful human being. 

Check out her podcast, “Best Morning Routine, Ever!”. 

Mark Whitney is a 2020 presidential candidate from California who is known for advocating not for a third party, but for a third candidate. He states that the people are not red or blue, but purple. He is a comedian who runs a political satire podcast called "Late Nite Last Week." 

Host Chris Wright dives into lots of different topics including poetry (one in English and one in Spanish). He talks about head injuries in rugby compared to those of American Football. He also gets into more intellectual topics such as preference falsification, as an economic and psychological phenomenon. He also discusses the evolutionary origins of dance and how it compares to fighting. He then discusses the feud between Tulsi Gabbard and Hillary Clinton, and Andrew Yang's take on it. Make sure to check out the new podcast ¡Choúkrüt! 

Host Chris Wright starts off the day with a strange news story and gets into some poetry. He discusses moral dilemmas in reference to moral psychology and does a deep analysis of some music and poetry. He also shares his take on choral music and what makes it so great.

Host Chris Wright talks about some things that are very near and dear to his heart. He discusses pigeons and how awesome they are, and shows some videos to prove it (including Mike Tyson). Pigeons need to be the national bird. He also does some singing. Then he talks physics in a very sensual way (where sexy meets nerdy). Then he discusses some cultural stuff, podcasts, and has a very special surprise for all of you!

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte once again bring on Michael House as a guest to help facilitate the show along and keep it running smoothly (well, smoothly for Point Counterpoint).  Please excuse some of the strange noises, there were some technical difficulties. Chris worked tirelessly to optimize the sound quality which was originally dreadful. ARE YOU HAPPY NOW? What tattoos would they get? If they could rename any animal, which one and what would the new name be? Is cannibalism acceptable in dire circumstances and could murder charges be brought up? Space exploration and Scotland also somehow found their way into the situation yet again.

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte are back at it for one last episode of 2018. Christmas is right around the corner as these two think back to the past glories of the show as well as look to the future with New Year's Resolutions. Chris intends to do some more stand-up in the future. They are also preparing for their remaining Finals with a heavy heart and a solemn mind. Also, do the Philadelphia Eagles have their name because Bald Eagles are America's National Bird and Philadelphia is the birthplace of American government, or is it just a coincidence? Graeson would be a heckler if he were at a comedy show. Chris recounts of the tales of his last appearance at a comedy club. Also, landlines and more trivial matters are discussed.

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte bring on an exciting new guest. Computer Engineering major Kevin Malmsten has some interesting ideas. What's up with bonsais? How long do pigeons live? What's up with curling in Bemidji? Why is White Bear Lake the way it is? What are the implications of "The Binz" going away? Why doesn't Graeson know anyone named "Steven"? These are some of life's greatest questions. And this trio is about to answer them!

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte have some heavy topics. What do the results of Stanley Milgram's experiment entail? What's wrong with "Quora"? Why does Graeson seem to be so troubled? And what's up with those malls? Anybody? Anybody? Some of these questions will be answered! Animal abuse is horrific by the way; ladies, I'm talking to you!

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte invite a fun and intriguing guest to add his take on a variety of topics facing our modern world. His name is House, Michael House. What's up with uncontacted tribes? Why do we have to defeat evolution? How does natural selection fit into current events? What is the original variety of Tic Tacs®? What's up with menthol? All these questions and more will be answered!

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte dive into many different topics. Jack Joa was not able to be a guest today, but he was there in spirit (texting throughout the show). Chris wants to be reincarnated as an intelligent dolphin while Graeson wants to be an eagle which is a scavenger that doesn't think twice about eating dead things. As usual, muting the mics is commonplace with loads of aggression. Is the Oedipus Complex a real phenomenon? Is Rugby superior to Baseball or American Football? These questions and more will be answered!

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte discuss some heavy topics this week. They cover a philosophical question about advanced artificial intelligence. Chris Wright failed once again in his gubernatorial campaign, only getting 2.7% of the votes (68,737 votes). Awkwardness comes about as more embarrassing situations come forth. The results are quite hilarious.

Chris Wright and Graeson Korte go into a heated discussion largely revolving around halloween and scary stories. But tensions start to rise when a very cranky Graeson stirs up a commotion and begins to irritate Chris.

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte dive into fascinating, and quite hilarious, topics such as the latest conspiracy theories and meditation. They also mention the colonization of Mars and the plausibility of an extraterrestrial civilization taking over the universe.

Co-hosts Chris Wright and Graeson Korte host a wildly entertaining podcast that covers every topic from space exploration to social media. This episode features special guest Jack Joa as they discuss the possible privatization of the International Space Station and other pressing questions.