Best Eu Health Data Space Podcasts (2025)

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How private companies are influencing the new space race 46:27

2h ago46:27

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From leased property to defense contracts, private space companies have become fully intertwined with public infrastructure. But not everyone’s sold on how intertwined these systems have become.By WBUR

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Is Elon Musk’s supercomputer polluting Memphis? 46:15

1h ago46:15

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Elon Musk says xAI has one of the most powerful supercomputers in the world. It’s located in Memphis, Tennessee and it’s called Colossus. But neighborhood residents say Colossus belches colossal pollution.By WBUR

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The legacy of the 5th Circuit: Past and present 45:40

17h ago45:40

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Today, the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals is known as a conservative juggernaut. But that hasn’t always been the case.By WBUR

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Why the flag burning debate is still not settled 45:23

1d ago45:23

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President Trump has issued an Executive Order requiring the Justice Department to prosecute people for burning the American flag. But the Supreme Court has ruled flag burning is free speech. What the debate reveals about the value of national symbols.By WBUR

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The strange psychology behind fawning 45:59

5d ago45:59

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If you have ever found yourself dealing with a threatening person, and instead of fleeing them, you flattered – that’s called fawning. Psychologist Ingrid Clayton on the psychology behind this self-preservation strategy.By WBUR

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The Jackpod: The two-state mirage 36:16

5d ago36:16

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the U.S. vote against a UN resolution backing a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict.By WBUR

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The right wing is coming for Wikipedia 41:32

6d ago41:32

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The Heritage Foundation says it will "identify and target" Wikipedia editors over alleged bias. What does that mean for Wikipedia’s future?By WBUR

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What to know as the student loan industry becomes more privatized 41:58

8d ago41:58

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Congress has overhauled the federal student loan system, including big changes on borrowing caps and loan restrictions. Education experts say this will up the demand for private loans. So, what does that mean for student borrowers?By WBUR

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How is Fintech reshaping the future of money? 1:52

8d ago1:52

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In Season 5 of Fintech Files, our three hosts are traveling across the global fintech landscape, uncovering the most exciting stories from the world’s leading innovation hubs. From embedded payments to crypto, from financial inclusion to the future of millennial finance, they’re diving into the breakthroughs, bold ideas, and unexpected questions de…

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How presidents use the U.S. military in the war on drugs 41:22

9d ago41:22

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President Trump's order to attack a Venezuelan boat on drug smuggling suspicions has alarmed some Republican lawmakers.By WBUR

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What Charlie Kirk's assassination reveals about political violence in America 45:42

10d ago45:42

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Charlie Kirk helped shape conservative politics over the last decade. His assassination raises a question for all Americans: Can anything turn back the rising tide of political violence in America?By WBUR

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Have we taken therapy culture too far? 45:17

13d ago45:17

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A growing number of young people say their mental health diagnosis is an important part of their identity. But by medicalizing imperfection – could young people be losing what makes them uniquely human?By WBUR

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The Jackpod: We want to hear from you 0:48

14d ago0:48

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The Jackpod is on hiatus this week. But in the meantime: Send us topics or ideas you want to hear on The Jackpod via the On Point VoxPop app.By WBUR

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The long-term effects of nuclear waste in St. Louis 45:11

14d ago45:11

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For decades, kids in St. Louis County caught crawdads in Coldwater Creek, made mudpies, went swimming -- and were exposed to nuclear waste. Hear the story of how St. Louis became a dumping ground for radioactive waste generated by the Manhattan Project.By WBUR

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The great freight recession 45:14

15d ago45:14

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The trucking industry, and more broadly the freight industry, still hasn't fully recovered from the business impacts of COVID. What's behind that?By WBUR

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The 'hotshot' life 40:53

16d ago40:53

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River Selby served as a hotshot – an elite wildland firefighter. Selby shares the reality of the life and work of firefighters trying to save America’s western forests. And how despite fire seasons getting longer and longer, fewer people want to join hotshot crews.By WBUR

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What 25 years of CDC data on autism tells us 43:35

17d ago43:35

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One in 31 American children have autism spectrum disorder, according to the CDC. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to find the cause. But experts are skeptical.By WBUR

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Why it's the end of the road for the Humvee 41:07

20d ago41:07

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The Humvee is an American military icon. Yet the Department of Defense has announced the vehicle’s retirement. What does this say about our shifting military priorities?By WBUR

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The Jackpod: The autocrat of the cabinet table 36:32

21d ago36:32

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on President Trump’s marathon cabinet meeting, how his cabinet addresses him, and what that says about his presidency.By WBUR

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How Trump is transforming the way corporations do business in the U.S. 43:34

21d ago43:34

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President Trump demanded cuts from private businesses. Blacklisted major law firms. And threatened companies to invest more in America. The uncertain legal landscape for U.S. businesses today.By WBUR

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How to redesign schools for the AI age 43:21

22d ago43:21

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AI is doing students’ homework, writing their essays -- and probably replacing a lot of their future jobs. Is it time to rethink what schools are for?By WBUR

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The fight against Trump's 'war on history' 43:28

23d ago43:28

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Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David Blight says President Donald Trump is attacking American history and scholarship for political ends. Blight says it’s time for historians to fight back.By WBUR

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How AI is changing the job marketplace 42:10

24d ago42:10

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AI is playing a larger role in the job hunting and hiring process. It helps job seekers fine-tune their resumes and cover letters, and employers winnow down applicants. But the new technology isn’t getting it all right.By WBUR

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Falling Behind: How to talk with boys 54:24

27d ago54:24

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A bonus episode in our series "Falling Behind: The Miseducation of America's Boys." Dr. Kevin Simon, attending pediatric psychiatrist at Boston Children’s Hospital, shares his experience and expertise in a conversation recorded on stage at WBUR CitySpace.By WBUR

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Falling Behind: 'We're in jail with our emotions' 45:50

27d ago45:50

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Teenage boys are experiencing increasing rates of loneliness and suicidal thoughts -- which is having a direct impact on their achievement in school. How can schools address that? The final part in On Point’s special series “Falling Behind: The Miseducation of America’s Boys.”By WBUR

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Falling Behind: Where have all the men gone? 45:55

28d ago45:55

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After decades of decline, male teachers now make up less than a quarter of the public-school teaching force. What’s driving men away, and what would it take to bring them back? On Point’s weeklong series exploring boys and education continues.By WBUR

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Falling Behind: The opportunity gap 46:47

29d ago46:47

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Data show boys are falling behind in school. Black boys are falling behind the most. What’s happening in classrooms that are bucking that trend? On Point’s weeklong series exploring boys and education continues.By WBUR

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Falling Behind: Troublemakers 45:22

1M ago45:22

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'Boys will be boys.' How are perceptions about boys’ behavior in the classroom shaping their entire education? It’s part two of On Point’s weeklong series, "Falling Behind: The Miseducation of America's Boys."By WBUR

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Falling Behind: Do we treat boys like malfunctioning girls? 46:32

1M ago46:32

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Boys fall behind girls in education in the U.S. starting as young as eight years old. Understanding how boys learn is key to knowing why that’s happening. It's part one of On Point’s weeklong series “Falling Behind: The Miseducation of America’s Boys.”By WBUR

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An African history of Africa with Zeinab Badawi 42:37

1M ago42:37

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Everybody’s heard about Ancient Egypt. But just downriver, the kingdom of Kush was one of the most powerful states in the Nile valley. Sudanese-British journalist Zeinab Badawi gives us a lesser-known history of Africa’s great historical triumphs.By WBUR

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Swipe left: Why dating today stinks 41:25

1M ago41:25

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The dating scene can be a frustrating place to be right now. From dating app burnout to the struggle to meet IRL, single folks are fed up. Why modern dating feels so broken and what can be done to fix it.By WBUR

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Our mental health in the hands of AI 43:37

1M ago43:37

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AI is everywhere, and increasingly, people are turning to it for therapy. What’s at stake when we lose that human to human-therapist connection?By WBUR

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The fall of Florida citrus 41:37

1M ago41:37

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Florida citrus production has dropped more than 90% in the past two decades -- a blow for the state's economy and cultural identity. What's driving the decline of Florida's orange groves, and what can be done about it?By WBUR

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How 'Blessings and Disasters' shape Alabama 43:11

1M ago43:11

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Alexis Okeowo says Alabama, where she grew up, shows the best and worst of the American experiment. In her new book, "Blessings and Disasters," she wrestles with the state’s complicated past.By WBUR

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How AI is changing the music business 44:08

1M ago44:08

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The world’s largest music streaming service now lets users to monetize music in which they don’t play or sing a single note. How is AI shaping how we make and profit from music?By WBUR

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The Jackpod: What’s wrong with the White House press corps? 40:03

1M ago40:03

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on how the Trump administration has transformed which reporters get to be in the White House briefing room and travel with the president.By WBUR

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Should SNAP pay for junk food? 44:07

1M ago44:07

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A dozen states are banning people from buying sodas and some sugary snacks using federal food assistance. The effort is part of the “Make America Healthy Again” campaign led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Will the restrictions convince people on SNAP to eat less junk food?By WBUR

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Can public media survive? 44:13

1M ago44:13

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The U.S. Congress cut federal funding for public media, shuttering the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. What does that mean for the future of local news across the country?By WBUR

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How should American colleges measure merit? 43:09

1M ago43:09

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The Trump Administration ordered universities to turn over data to prove they're not considering race in admissions. But education expert Richard Kahlenberg argues that for college admissions to look at merit fairly, they need to look at class.By WBUR

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Does using AI dumb you down? 44:15

2M ago44:15

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A recent study shows that people using AI to write for them experience some negative cognitive effects. Why? Because there's something special about what writing does in your brain.By WBUR

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Is there a better way to manage grizzly bears? 43:57

2M ago43:57

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The U.S. House will consider whether grizzly bears in and around Yellowstone National Park should be taken off the endangered species list. How delisting would impact grizzly bears and the people living near them.By WBUR

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The Jackpod: A bold idea to help Gen Z. And maybe save the Dems 39:03

2M ago39:03

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on a wild idea from the '90s that could offer young Americans greater financial security, and how it would benefit Democrats to publicly embrace bold ideas like it.By WBUR

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What the U.S.-EU trade deal means for you 45:48

2M ago45:48

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After months of wrangling, the U.S. and the EU have reached a trade agreement. The EU made big compromises, like a 15% tariff on most EU exports. How will the deal affect Americans?By WBUR

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What are 'cool roofs,' and how do they work? 44:57

2M ago44:57

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Summers are getting hotter every year. When it comes to adapting to a hotter planet, in the United States, it's cities that are taking the lead. In Atlanta, they've passed a nation-leading "cool roof ordinance."By WBUR

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The state of America's judiciary with Judge J. Michael Luttig 46:35

2M ago46:35

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The retired conservative federal judge says a war against the judiciary in America has been waged by "a tyrannical wannabe king."By WBUR

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Famine in Gaza 46:33

2M ago46:33

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Food security levels in the Gaza Strip have reached their most dire levels since the conflict between Hamas and Israel began. Humanitarian experts say immediate action is needed to save hundreds of thousands of people from starvation.By WBUR

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The healing power of sunlight 45:48

2M ago45:48

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Could sunlight help treat disease? A growing number of studies find potential benefits of UV light therapy for conditions like multiple sclerosis, Type 1 diabetes and Crohn’s disease.By WBUR

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The Jackpod: Strong and wrong 35:40

2M ago35:40

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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on how Donald Trump projects strength through his lack of inhibition and self-constraint.By WBUR

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How the Left lost the working class 45:53

2M ago45:53

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A majority of registered voters think the Democrats are out of touch with Americans' everyday concerns according to recent polling. Social inequality scholar Joan Williams discusses her book "Outclassed: How the Left Lost the Working Class – And How to Win Them Back."By WBUR