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Measure for Measure

Measure for Measure

By: Liya N Rechtman
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Measure for Measure is a little show sizing up our world. In each episode of the Measure for Measure, we look at a different unit of measure as a fundamental grammar of our lives. Measure for Measure is a limited series from Ministry of Ideas. The show is executive produced, created, and hosted by Liya Rechtman, created and co-hosted by Andrew Middleton, and sound engineered by Greg Fredle. Thanks to Zachary Davis for sage podcast wisdom and collaboration and the Dorot Foundation for support.Liya N Rechtman Science
Episodes
  • Episode 9. Light

    Episode 9. Light
    1 May 2023

    Scientists discovered that some stars have heartbeats and that some of them can be used to measure the longest distances that exist.
    This episode was produced by Andrew Middleton and Liya Rechtman.
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    17 min
  • Episode 8. Intelligence

    Episode 8. Intelligence
    1 May 2023

    The Intelligence Quotient is a measure of intelligence that has life-or-death consequences. Should we trust it?

    GUEST

    Alan Goudiss is a Partner with Sherman & Sterling. He was recognized by The Legal 500 as a “Leading Lawyer” in M&A Litigation Defense in 2021.  
    This episode was produced by Andrew Middleton and Liya Rechtman.
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    25 min
  • Episode 7. Sexuality

    Episode 7. Sexuality
    1 May 2023

    Scientist Alfred Kinsey tried to differentiate human sexualities on a seven-point scale. In so doing, he brought us the basics of bisexuality. But the scale leaves a lot to be desired. Instead of a spectrum, Special Guest Kate Sisk leads us into a gay fog.

    GUEST

    Kate Sisk (she/they/he) is a professional stand up comedian, amateur drag king, and co-host of the award-winning podcast, We’re Having Gay Sex.
    This episode was produced by Andrew Middleton and Liya Rechtman.
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    23 min
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