The Inconclusive Podcast

In the last episode of the Inconclusive Podcast, we recap our experience of making a podcast, recount some of our memorable moments, discuss our future plans, and give some advice to our listeners moving forward. We’d also like to say a special thank you to all our listeners, whether you listened to a few or all our episodes. We could not have done this without you! Finally, we hope you keep an open mind and engage in thoughtful discussions!

In the second episode of our 2nd round of the special senior series, James interviews Annette and Honggi about their different experiences at MAK, participating in sports, and involvement in student government. They discuss Annette's capstone project. They also gives some advice to other MAK students.

In the first episode of our 2nd round of the special senior series, James interviews Kristen about her experience at MAK, her captsone project, and her upcoming plans. They discuss perspectives and K-pop. Kristen also gives some advice to other MAK students as well as our listeners. 

In episode 1 of our series on information, James brings up the topic of voter fraud, ID laws, and its impact on democracy and voter access. Today’s allusion was “gung-ho”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the construction of Fort Blunder. Stay tuned for fun facts with Abigail next week!

In episode 3 of our series on space, Candace introduces the concept of the Genesis Code and its implications on our beliefs about creation and about God. Today’s allusion was “volcano”; today’s hilarious happening in history was a disrobed Russia president; today’s fun fact was new babies. 

In episode 2 of our space series, James brings up the topic of the Space Force, the newest branch of the US military, and whether or not it's necessary and needed. Today’s allusion was “titanic”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the spaghetti harvest; today’s fun fact was about imperial measurement units. 

In episode 1 of our series on space, Abigail leads us in a reaction to an article about reasons we’ve already found aliens. Today’s allusion was “the phoenix”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the Western Schism of 1378. Stay tuned next week for Fun Facts with Abigail and part 2 of this episode!

In episode 3 of our doctrine series, James, Candace, and Abigail discuss the different concept of hell and its implications on Christianity today. Today’s allusion was “writing on the wall”; today’s hilarious happening in history was a swearing parrot; today’s fun fact was about the Canary Islands. 

In episode 2 of our doctrine series, Abigail questions the legitimacy of church traditions and whether they ought to be considered doctrine. Today’s allusion was “good Samaritan”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the defenestration of Prague; today’s fun fact was about adult height.

In episode 1 of our doctrine series, Candace brings up the question of whether or not thoughts are considered sin. Today’s allusion was “boycott”; today’s hilarious happening in history were events surrounding the Roman Emperor Caligula; today’s fun fact was about France.

In episode 3 of our environment series, Abigail unpacks the rising industry of ecotourism and its unintended consequences on local economies. Today’s allusion was “berserk”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the first mooning in recorded history; today’s fun fact was about twins. 

In episode 2 of our environment series, Candace brings up some interesting topics surrounding landscape architecture and issues relating to public spaces. Today’s allusion was “tantalize”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand; today’s fun fact was about the world’s population. 

In episode 1 of our series on environment, James questions the idea of open work spaces and its implication on educational environments. Today’s allusion was “we’ll cross that bridge when we get to it”; today’s hilarious happening in history was firework monkeys; today’s fun fact was about Coca-cola.

In episode 3 of our education series, James brings up the idea of using detention in schools for addressing students’ behavior problems. Today’s allusion was “Achilles’ heel”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the vodka shortage of 1945 ; today’s fun fact was about pineapples.

In episode 2 of our series on education, Candace wonders about the “canon” and its value in modern curriculum. Today’s allusion was “odyssey”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the Turkey Drop of 1936; today’s fun fact was about the moon. 

In episode 1 of our series on education, Abigail questions the purpose of high school. Today’s allusion was “reading the Riot Act”; today’s hilarious happening in history was the “Emu Wars”; today’s fun fact was about Easter Island heads. 

Even though we don't agree on much, we all agree and hope you and your families have a safe and Merry Christmas! 

As we prepare to launch season 2 on Wednesday, Dec. 30th, take a listen to our new trailer! 

For the third episode of Unpopular Opinions, Abigail stated that watching sports is a waste of time. Today’s book was “Rising Strong” by Brené Brown; the word was “exhibition”; the joke was “why did the octopus beat the shark in a fight?”

In the second episode of the Unpopular Opinions series, James questions whether cultural appropriation is truly bad for society. Today’s book was “Capital Gaines: Smart Things I Learned Doing Stupid Stuff” by Chip Gaines; the word was “amalgamate”; the joke was “what does the moon do when he needs a haircut?”

In the first episode of the second series on Unpopular Opinions, Candace explains her rationale behind believing that marching band qualifies as a sport. Today’s book was “The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America” by Richard Rothstein; the word was “elicit”; the joke was “The Muffin Joke.”

In the third episode of our series on Politics, Candace explores the ramifications of international law regarding child use of the internet (or the lack thereof) along with the ramifications of Youtube Kids, outdated parental guidance rating systems, and Peppa Pig fakes. Today’s book was “The Heretic's Daughter” by Kathleen Kent; the word was unsolicited; the joke was “how do cats stop crimes?” 

In the second episode of our series on Politics, Abigail explores the idea of European colonization and asks if the lasting benefits outweigh the past horrors. Today’s book was “Legends of the West: Deadwood, South Dakota” by Charles River Editors; today’s word was plebiscite; the joke was “I was accidentally swallowed a bunch of Scrabble tiles…”

In the first episode of our series on Politics, James tries to unpack the seemingly contradictory concepts of a nation’s territorial integrity and a people group’s “right” to self-determination. Today’s book was “The Unit” by Ninni Holmqvist; the word was “sovereign”; the joke was “what genre are national anthems?” 

In the third episode of our series on Economics, we continue our debate of capitalism vs. socialism and which one provides better opportunities for the impoverished. Today's joke was "what's the difference between capitalism and communism?" 

In the third episode of our series on Economics, James brings up the age-old debate of capitalism vs. socialism and which one provides better opportunities for the impoverished. Today’s book was “Hidden Valley Road” by Robert Kolker; the word was “conman.” Stay tuned next week for Jokes and Jocular Facts with James!

In the second episode of our series on Economics, Candace offers an analysis from the United Nations to debate the Public and Private Sectors’ comparative good for the economy. Today’s book was “The Crooked Heart of Mercy” by Billy Livingston; the word was verklempt; the joke was “hey man, you want this pamphlet?”

In the second part of our first episode on economics, we continue our previous discussion on the minimum wage. Today’s joke was “what do you call a person missing 75% of their spine?”

In the first part of our first episode about economics, Abigail discusses the history of minimum wage and compares it to a living wage. The discussion takes us to the question, should minimum wage be a living wage? Today’s book was Cold Storage by Daniel Koepp; the word was “money.” Stay tuned next week for Jokes and Jocular Facts! 

In our last episode of our series on Psychology, Candace introduces a lifeboat scenario, an ultimatum to choose once and for all between creativity and intelligence, should humanity ever need to make that decision. Today’s book was Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston; the phrase was “the devil is beating his wife”; today’s joke was “what do you call a guy lying on your doorstep?”

In the second episode of our series on Psychology, Abigail discusses the characteristics of psychopathy and its connection with nature and nurture. We discuss prisoners, CEOs, and politicians, and why psychopathy is more prevalent in these groups.  Today’s book was Green Island by Shawna Yang Ryan; the word was “crapulence”; today’s joke was “I took two pairs of socks golfing.” 

In the first episode of our series on Psychology, James unpacks the concept of intelligence and whether or not it can be objectively and accurately tested without bias. We also discuss the ways the IQ test has been used throughout history and how it might be used today. Today’s book was “The Third Rainbow Girl” by Emma Copley Eisenberg; the word was “onomatopoeia”; today’s joke is “my girlfriend wants me to choose between her and my career as a reporter.” 

In the third episode of our series on Justice, Abigail brings up the topic of for-profit private prisons, questioning their necessity and role in the justice system. Today’s book was “Shanghai Girls” by Lisa See; the word was “visa”; the joke was “you know what always catches my eye?”

In the second episode of our new series on Justice, James attempts to unpack the issue of disenfranchisement among convicted criminals. Today’s book was “Dreaming in Cuban” by Cristina García; the word was “moratorium”; the joke was “where did the hacker go?”

In the first episode of our new series on Justice, Candace questions the morality and necessity of the death penalty in a democratic society. Today’s book was “Solovyov and Larionov” by Eugene Vodolazkin; the word was “opera”; the joke was “are people born with a photographic memory?”