The Current

The Current for December 19, 2017

From a recent survey that finds male executives don't think sexual harassment is a problem in their workplace, to the rich history of improvisational theatre, to a contraception app recognized in the EU as a medical device ... This is The Current.

Episode transcript

Part One: Sexual harassment in the workplace

Male executives surveyed think sexual harassment is not a problem in their workplace. The Current's panel of experts dissect the disconnect and explain how to tackle it.


Part Two: The history of improv comedy

The fascinating world of improv is the subject of a new book by author Sam Wasson called Improv Nation: How We Made a Great American Art.


Part Three: Contraception app

Tired or wary of hormonal contraceptives? There's an app for that. The European Health regulator has just approved a contraceptive app that pairs technology with the age-old rhythm method.