When animals dream, History of protest music

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Have you ever wondered what animals are thinking about? Our guest wrote a book looking into that very question. He shares what science knows about animal consciousness. Plus, a music historian helps us look back at the history of protest music in America.

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    Research shows animals brains react similarly to humans when they sleep and dream. We talk to the author of a new book that explores what implications this has for how animals experience the world.

  • How protest music has changed over the decades

    The 1960s and 70s are remembered as an era of protest music, but songs continue to serve as political expression for musicians. We explore how protest music has changed over the decades and what forms it takes today.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • David Peña-Guzmán Guest
  • Alexander Shashko Guest

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