Finding Resilience And Dignity In Alzheimer’s Disease
An new anthology tells the human story of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
Leading toy company Mattel is set to release a new Barbie next month that comes to life -well, almost. Using the artificial intelligence software found in Apple’s Siri and Microsoft’s Cortana, the Wi-Fi enabled “Hello Barbie” can access around 8,000 lines of conversation and store responses for future reference. This Tech Tuesday, we discuss the capabilities of this doll and examine the trend toward smart toys and the risks they present.
Guests
- Andrea Peterson Reporter, The Washington Post
- Sandra Calvert Director, Children's Digital Media Center at Georgetown University
Most Recent Shows
Women Veterans Experience Sexual Harassment At The VA
Many women who served their country experience harassment at the very place they should feel most supported: VA Hospitals.
The Meaning Of Indigenous Peoples’ Day
We take a deep-dive into the significance of changing the Columbus Day name -- and what it's meant for Native people in particular.
The Politics Hour: October 11, 2019
Virginia Senator Jeremy McPike (D-District 29) joins us to discuss how Virginia Democrats will fare on election night this November, and the issues that will get voters to the ballot…
Comments
comments powered by Disqus