Facts in Mind is a podcast for curious minds. We explore everything from science, psychology, and technology to education, culture, and public health. Each episode breaks down complex ideas into thoughtful, accessible conversations—designed to spark curiosity, promote deeper understanding, and support inclusive learning for all.
Co-hosted by Kimia Grigoriev and Amber Parrow, who met at Harvard Extension School while juggling work, family, and school, the podcast was born from their shared passion for making knowledge accessible. As founding President and Vice President of the Harvard Extension School Psychology Student Club, they built a community focused on education, advocacy, and empathy.
Whether we’re talking about mental health, AI, grief, language, neurodiversity, or education reform, Facts in Mind connects facts to real-life meaning—because knowledge should be for everyone.
Episode 4 - Human Hibernation: Space & Beyond Featuring Dr. Ekaterina Kostioukhina
In this episode of Facts in Mind, hosts Kimia Grigoriev and Amber Parrow welcome Dr. Ekaterina Kostioukhina, physician, psychologist, and researcher, for a fascinating conversation about the future of space exploration, medicine, and one of the most exciting frontiers in science: human hibernation. Together, they explore how induced torpor and metabolic suppression could revolutionize space travel, allowing astronauts to undertake long-duration missions while also transforming healthcare here...
21 Aug 2025
Episode 3 - A Conversation about Lifelong Learning, Featuring Dean Nancy Coleman
Join Kimia and Amber for Episode 3 of Facts in Mind featuring Dr. Nancy Coleman Ed.D, Dean of Extension School and the Division of Continuing Education (DCE) at Harvard University. In this episode, we explore the power of lifelong learning and how Harvard DCE supports learners of all ages—offering flexible, high-quality education through both degree and certificate programs. From high school students as young as 16 attending Harvard Summer School, to adult learners pursuing undergraduate or g...
24 Jul 2025
Episode 2 - Advocacy in Action: Transforming Autism Care, featuring Arzu Forough
In Episode 2 of Facts in Mind, we’re honored to feature Arzu Forough, founder and CEO of Washington Autism Alliance (WAA)—a true force for change in autism policy and community advocacy. What began as a mother’s fight for her children’s rights has evolved into a statewide movement reshaping public policy, education, and healthcare access for autistic individuals across Washington—and beyond. 💡 In this powerful episode, Arzu shares: * How she led groundbreaking legal action to ensure autism is...
10 Jul 2025
Episode 1 – Why AI is So Captivating—and Why it May Never Fully Live Up to its Hype, featuring Dr. Max Krasnow
In this engaging and thought-provoking debut episode, Kimia and Amber sit down with Dr. Max Krasnow to unpack the science behind what it means to “understand”—and whether AI models like ChatGPT actually do. Dr. Krasnow begins by distinguishing true understanding from mere mimicry. He explains that while large language models (LLMs) can produce fluent, convincing language, they lack internal representations and the ability to make genuine inferences, which are crucial for human-like understand...
5 Jul 2025
Introducing Facts in Mind
Facts in Mind is a podcast for curious minds. We explore everything from science, psychology, and technology to education, culture, and public health. Each episode breaks down complex ideas into thoughtful, accessible conversations—designed to spark curiosity, promote deeper understanding, and support inclusive learning for all. Facts in Mind is a podcast for curious minds. We explore everything from science, psychology, and technology to education, culture, and public health. Be sure to foll...
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
1 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Contact Facts in Mind
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Facts in Mind?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
