LSAT Logic in Everyday Life show

LSAT Logic in Everyday Life

Summary: A weekly podcast that applies the logic of the LSAT to politics, advertisements, and conventional wisdom.

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  • Artist: The Princeton Review
  • Copyright: Copyright 2006 Princeton Review

Podcasts:

 Genes and Walgreen's | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 6:52

This week, we look at the arguments for and against widespread use of at-home genetic testing.

 Donation Sensation | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 7:07

In the wake of the earthquake in Haiti, we look at the pros and cons of donating via text message.

 See Right Through You | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 8:40

In this week's podcast, the first of 2010, we look at the security vs. privacy argument around the implementation of full body scanners.

 Swine Fluent | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 9:45

Bill Maher was attacked this week for warning people away from the swine flu. In this podcast, we look at his argument and try to understand why people are wary of vaccinating against H1N1.

 OK in Moderation | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 7:39

This week we look at new commercials combatting high fructose corn syrup's bad reputation.

 Rhyme and Reason | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 13:43

This week, we unpack the structure of Obama's speech to Congress on the issue of health care reform.

 Voir Dire Straits | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 8:15

This week, we look at the assumptions that go into jury selection.

 Suit Yourself | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 6:15

This week, we look at FINA's decision to ban polyurethane swimsuits in the wake of the Rome World Championship Swimming controversy.

 Jet Setting | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 7:34

This week, one of the more interesting political debates of the year resolved in the Senate. We look at both sides of the argument about funding the F-22 fighter.

 Logic Headache | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 5:46

This week, discuss a new recommendation from a federal panel that Vicodin and Percocet be banned because of the dangers of acetaminophen overdose, and what that means for other drugs containing acetaminophen.

 Nic Fit | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 6:03

This week, we look at new legislation passed this week placing regulatory control of the tobacco industry in the hands of the FDA.

 Sun Screed | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 6:08

This week, we unpack the comparison flaw in an Aveeno commercial.

 Brain Drain Stopper | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 6:52

This week, we look at a new algorith that Google is testing to determine which of its employees might be thinking about quitting.

 Anti-Antioxidants | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 7:16

This week, we look at potential flaws in a new study that purports to show that the benefits of exercise are blocked by antioxidant supplementation.

 The Logic of Dow | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 8:16

Monday saw the fifth largest single day point rally in the Dow Jones's history. We look at how the Dow is measured and the conclusions you can draw from it.

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