Does History Hold Significance in the Modern World? w/Prof. Antonio Acevedo

In an era defined by technical advancement and increasing economic opportunities in those advanced technical industries, what does one achieve with a knowledge of history? Professor Antonio Acevedo, a tenured history professor at Hudson, explains to us the ideas that underlie a craving for history. He reminds us of the threats we face without exposure to history and the misconceptions attached to the subject. This episode is hosted by Nasar Qadir.

Have norms of our society shifted us towards a path which only cares for monetary benefits? Should we blame our problems on our own decisions, or should we blame the structure that we abide by? Professor Robert Alvarez dissects some of our concerns regarding the free market and its effects on society, clearing misconceptions through brilliant analogies and unrivaled humor. Among many things, we discuss capitalistic values throughout history which have enhanced societies, the critique of recycling programs, and the decisions we make through sacrifice. This episode is hosted by Nasar Qadir.

In an increasingly vulnerable planet, where does environmentalism stand?  Professor Andrew Bishop discusses the values pertaining to environmental activism and its stance against societal norms that limit our choices.  We discuss the value of academic subjects that might not be calculated in monetary terms-- and the catastrophic consequences of valuing every subject in monetary terms.  By the end of the episode, professor Bishop explains his own decisions in life which led him to academia.

This episode is hosted by Nasar Qadir.