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Death is an unavoidable part of life. Yet for many, the thought of dying—or receiving a life-limiting diagnosis—can trigger deep anxiety and depression.

“Catch and Release” is often a term used in wildlife conservation, but recently it’s been used to describe the criminal justice system in New Mexico. However, the reason for that is not as straightforward as people think.   This episode of “It’s...

The University of New Mexico’s award-winning podcast, It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science (IPRNS), returns for Season 3 this fall with an episode worthy of a best-selling detective novel. It happened nearly 40 years ago when two paintings were stolen...

Imagine a world without cancer. That dream may still be out of reach, but researchers at The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center are moving the needle—one clinical trial, one vaccine, one algorithm at a time. In the latest episode of...

Ross and Rachel met in a coffee shop. Harry met Sally on a cross-country drive. Today, most couples meet… by swiping right. Rom-com meetings might live rent-free in our heads, but according to University of New Mexico sociology professor Reuben Thomas,...

The Oscars reign as the biggest night in Hollywood for film stars and fans. This is where the industry recognizes the best of the best under the gleaming lights. However, since the 1920’s the Academy has segregated males and females, but nearly 100 years...

In the latest episode of It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science (IPNRS), a topic of growing concern across the United States—forest fires are discussed with University of New Mexico Biology Professor Matt Hurteau, an expert in forestry and climate change...

The latest episode of It's (Probably) Not Rocket Science (IPNRS) titled “Exploring road safety on two feet,” explains why pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities are increasing, and how quickly we can solve the problem. Nick Ferenchak is an associate...

With the election of 2024 just weeks away, 'It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science' (IPNRS) brings awareness about the internet and election misinformation as voters head to the polls. In the latest episode titled “How the Internet Impacts Politics and the...