Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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In a time when public debate often generates more heat than light, Ideas Matter is designed to inform a better conversation about what matters most. This biweekly podcast, hosted by Sandro Galea, explores topics ranging from immigration, global trade, and public health to AI, creativity, and the future of democracy. We hope you will join the conversation.
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★ Episode details: https://source.washu.edu/podcasts/ideas-matter

★ Additional episodes: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb9ODR3vzQJPMbAlELxe5ir4fWOmy2j5x

🕒 Chapters:
0:00 - Navigating a disorienting era
0:25 - The crisis of legitimacy in academia
0:50 - Why how we think shapes our future
1:15 - Introducing Ideas Matter at WashU
1:40 - Upcoming topics: AI, Race, and Global Trade
2:10 - Join the conversation for a better future