After a long wait, Carmen and Bosley are back to talk about consumer spending. Not just any aspect of consumerism, they want to understand branding and marketing. Why and how people become obsess with a certain brand. They will also peak into the future to discuss Generation Z and Generation Alpha's interact with brands.
Its a new year and its time to find new friends. Carmen and Bosley are trying to determine the best way to start a conversation with a staranger. At the same time, trying to figure out the wrose way to start a conversation. They will discus why the most popular ice breaker is one which most people chose not to answer.
For our last episode of the year. We have decided to explore the world of Holiday films to find out what makes a good one. And not when we say Holiday we are talking about all Holidays from Valentine day to Christmas.
Homelessness has been an issue for years in the United States, multiple programs have been enacted to reduce homelessness, countless Nonprofits have been created, and billions of dollars is spent every year to mitigate this situation. Carmen and Bosley are interested in examining some of these program and figure out why the majority fail. Then they will talk about the few successful homeless reduction programs.
To conclude Political Month. Bosley and Carmen, will try to answer the age old question: Why do Politician lie and do we actually care?
It's political month!! Carmen and Bosley are interested in figuring out how to increase diversity among local politicians. They will examine pay, legislative calendar, and personality types to figure out which factors prevent most people from running for office. While providing insight on what changes could be made in order to change the status quo. Finally, they will answer the main question: Is Carmen running for office?
Small electronic repair shops used to be common in the United States but now they are a relic of the past. This decline mirror a decline in repair books, hardware shops, and other repair related services for the average Joe fix-it person. Is this a coincident or is something else going on behind the scene. Carmen and Bosley are on the case.
Credit agency and credit scores have been around forever, atlest that is what most people think. Carmen and Bosely are not so easily tricked and will dig into the history of the modern credit system.
Queens, Kings, Generals, and all other types of leaders used to lead their armies into battle. Now this is a rarity, Bosley and Carmen try to understand why this is no longer popular or necessary. At the same time, they will pay homage to a few of the great warrior political leaders.
Conspiracy theory's are everywhere, Carmen and Bosley have decided to share a few while diving into the reasons why they are prevalent in our society.
Change is in the air at most workplaces around the world. At the same time, most companies are struggling to find employees while potential employees are not very interested in taking these jobs. This new and very fluid situation has piqued Carmen and Bosley's curiosity. They will explore the history of work and how society's relationship with work has evolved. While, discussing the younger generation's options on work and how the pandemic has changed society's idea of work-life balance.
Everyday, we pick and chose businesses to interact with for a multitude of services. Carmen and Bosely is interested in understanding why we chose one business over another when we know nothing about either business. This question leads to another question: Once found, how does a person determine if the business is right for them to use?
Carmen and Bosley would like to figure out who's intelligence reign supreme. First step, figure out the best way to measure intelligence. An according to most people the best way to do that is with an IQ test. But instead of taking an IQ test, your host would prefer to discuss its history, how it has change over the years, and if it useful as an intelligence measurement device.
Earth Day might have past, however it doesn't mean Carmen and Bosely are not interested in analyzing environmental issues. Single use plastic play a key role in most people's lives. The determine how you shop, what you consume, and most importantly how you dispose of an item. Now, it is time to understand how this noble environmental act led the world in the opposite direction. While focusing on how we can change the current predicament.
Founded over 80 years ago, the Ad Council has created some of the most memorable slogans in American advertising history. Listen in as Bosley and Carmen explore the history of this influential juggernaut while providing their thoughts on what the future might hold for the Ad Council. Mediaweek-2002-06-10.pdf (worldradiohistory.com)
Carmen is back with a new subject to ponder. Many college grads from the Great Recession are still trying to catch up (cnn.com) 2008 was a terrible year to graduate college - Vox Recession Pushes Up Law School Applications and Interest in Graduate Studies - The New York Times (nytimes.com) Historical Rates - Finaid How Does Student Loan Interest Work? - Savingforcollege.com Learn About the History of Student Loans in the United States (savingforcollege.com) Adam Ruins Everything - How College Loans Got So Evil | truTV
Carmen is now a homeowner. However, she still has some unfinish buisness with the rental market and has asked Bosely to join her to figure out the who, what, when, and how on yearly rent increase. At the sametime, they will try to figure out if it is possible to get rid of this systemic feature which was built into the rental market.
Carmen and Bosely will engage in a lively debate on how shopping and how it is a big part of the American holiday experience.
The average American claims they would prefer term limits on politicians. However, voting record shows most American are not just ok with career politicians they prefer career politicians. Bosley and Carmen are dig deep to understand why this contradiction exist. At the same time, they will dive into why politicians have a hard time voting for minimum wage increases and other social economic programs.
Carmen and Bosley are interested in figure out what make a calendar and why are they important. They will discuss the history of the calendar along with discussing other specialty calendars.
The United States has a shortage of homes according to the experts. The reasons for this shortage differs based on the source's agenda. Carmen and Bosely will take a critical look at a few of these sources and the multiple facets of the real estate market. Over the course of the episode their search for a cause will take them from Wall Street to Main Street. They will see how past political decisions altered the housing market and discuss solutions for the Housing Crisis. You can find us on twitter at inquiriesofmys1 or email us at inquiriesofmysteries@gmail.com.
Carmen sharing words of wisdom. You can find us on twitter at inquiriesofmys1 or email us at inquiriesofmysteries@gmail.com.
This week Bosely and Carmen will discuss addictions. They will touch upon how the word is being used in society. Then talk about a few common addiction found in the United States. Neither Bosely or Carmen are addiction specialist this episode is based off their research, experiences and personal beliefs. You can find us on twitter at inquiriesofmys1 or email us at inquiriesofmysteries@gmail.com.
The Inquiries of Mysteries Pod cast is turning 1 year old. Join in on the celebration. You can find us on twitter at inquiriesofmys1 or email us at inquiriesofmysteries@gmail.com.
In a ever changing world, Carmen and Bosley have chosen to focus on gig employment. They will explore the differences between a contractor, freelancer, and gig worker. While giving their opinion on the sustainability of gig work and how gig employment will affect the next generation of workers. You can find us on twitter at inquiriesofmys1 or email us at inquiriesofmysteries@gmail.com.
Carmen and Bosley have spent their break looking at the stars and wondering about the future of mankind. Would you leave your life behind and become a space colonizer? Is colonizer the correct term to use for settling other plants? And should we even do it in the first place?
Over the past year, video conferencing has change the way we are interacting with the world. Carmen and Bosley will explore what this mean for job networking, staying in touch with friends and family, and if this will become the new normal. Follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/inquiriesofmys1
Bosely and Carmen are on a quest to understand why time travel is fascinating to us human. On this trip of discovery, they will discuss literature, philosophy, technology, and advance mathematics to unravel the mysteries of time travel.