April, 2011 Evening

Do our views on “conservatism vs. liberalism” change as we age?
The U.S. must reinstate the draft.
Why do people select a specific religion?
Is there such a thing as “human nature” and if so can it be changed.
Most agree, we are overpopulated. What should we do about it?
Why can majority rule be dangerous to human rights?
Advertising/Madison Avenue is the root of all modern ills.

March, 2011 Daytime

Have we psychologically evolved?
Are love and jealousy the same emotion?
If there is a discreet, overly self-serving culture in Congress, should it be addressed by the public, and how?
Are we God?
Is McCarthyism being reborn as Kingism?"

March, 2011 Evening

Do miracles happen or are they just events that have been erroneously labeled?
The U.S bears at least some responsibility for the rise of Islamic fundamentalism and terror since WWII.
Religious morality is false morality.
Scientology is no less valid a religion than Mormonism or Islam.
What is a mistake?
Is suicide ever justified?
Do taxes satisfy our obligations to “society”- nation/neighbors?

February, 2011 Daytime

Was the beginning divine or random?
What policy should govern U.S. treatment of illegal aliens residing in the U.S?
Given enough geological time what species will be the next “dominant” life form? Does it exist or will it have to evolve?
Does freedom of speech allow false/misleading statements/ads?
What is virtue?
What makes a good parent?

February, 2011 Evening

What responsibilities, if any, does an individual have to improve society and the lives of others?
Money versus barter. Pros and cons.
Capital versus labor. Which is more important?
Capitalism--the root of all evil?
Why do otherwise normal people molest children?
The purpose of an economy is to serve the society.
Is our constitution outdated and if so how can it be fixed other than amendments?

January, 2011 Daytime

What can we/should we do about ads that advocate violence (images in the crosshairs, for instance)?
Why don’t we do something about it?
Can the U.S. government withstand a religious takeover and become a modified theocracy?
What person now living do you most admire? Why?
Why be ethical?
Should medical and related advertising be more closely regulated?

January, 2011 Evening

What is the purpose of society?
What choices do you regard as the hardest to make in life?
Should euthanasia be legalized in this country?
Is there intelligent life elsewhere? If so, have they visited us?
What is justice? Is it important?

December, 2010 Daytime

With burgeoning world population should there be life saving interventions or let nature set the balance?
Do aliens control wall street?
Is there any way to discourage negativity and downright dishonesty in political/news ads and reporting?
What is the greatest evil in the world?
What might be the solution to the total partisanship which the government seems to be in today and what long term effects could it have on our country if it isn't solved?

December, 2010 Evening

Does our democracy contain threats to itself; if so, can they be eliminated?
Would you be or could you remain a Christian if you knew Jesus was gay?
Do we as adults have the right to pass on to children the meme of religion?
Is our society better off or worse off because of the internet?
What is peace, and can we achieve it in our lifetime?

November, 2010 Daytime

Should/could journalists be entirely neutral and objective?
Has society become more offensive or more offended?
Is hunting moose and wolves more detestable than hunting deer and fishing trout?
Is there any way to discourage negativity and/or dishonesty in our political ads?
How do you show that you are open minded or closed minded?

October, 2010 Daytime

Is it harder to know what is right than to do right?
Is it better to believe in something or nothing?
What is the value of common sense? Can it be taught?
Does truth exist?

October, 2010 Evening

Can one have the benefits of religious faith without believing in God?
If something you “know” has to be true, how can you ever know that you know something?
Is enlightenment a worthy goal or a trick?
To whom are we obligated, and why?

September, 2010 Daytime

What is honor?
What would you rather die than do?
Should governments be involved in population control?
Is the imagination real or imaginary and how do you know?

September, 2010 Evening

Is conflict inherent to the “human condition”?
Societal contract: does a citizen have personal choice or is it a citizen’s inherent responsibility to participate in this sociological relationship?
What is self esteem; self confidence?
Is loyalty to friends more important than loyalty
to ones country?
If given just this choice, would you rather have free will or ten million dollars in your checking account?
What does it mean to “believe in” something?
What will happen when computers get as smart as humans?

August, 2010 Daytime

Are political news channels on TV a good thing?
Which is more important--the individual or the group?
Is globalization a good thing?
When P.T. Barnum said “There’s a sucker born every minute” was he bragging, complaining or glorifying the con men that create the sucker?
What would you rather die than do?
What is honor?
Are government salaries too high?

August, 2010 Evening

If the same human mind can conceive science and religion, why are they usually at cross purposes?
Who owns an individual’s life?
Does our criminal justice system work? Or are people really “rehabilitated” in our prison system?
Can we alleviate truancy, bad behavior, and lack of motivation among many students in public schools?

July, 2010 Daytime

Is the USA headed for a revolution, or perhaps a more evolutionary change?
Should heart influence brain?
Why are “humans” more intelligent than they need to be?
Is it ok to cheat on your taxes?
Was Noah right in getting drunk right after the flood?
Should welfare mothers be sterilized?

July, 2010 Evening

How can personal and public honor and ideals be enhanced?
What is spirituality?
Why does your right to play loud music outweigh
my right to silence?
What is friendship?
Why is the human species more “intelligent” than necessary?

June, 2010 Daytime

In America is our individual and governmental generosity (i.e. welfare, food stamps) aiding and abetting laziness and effortless behavior? What ever happened to you reap what you sow?
What is honesty?
Should guilt be used as a learning tool?
How do you know you have a soul?

June, 2010 Evening

Does ethics demand a consideration of social context?
What is spirituality?
Is there a purpose to human existence beyond procreation?
Is there a case for the existence of God?