Every week, our 29-minute podcast brings you all the environmental news and stories to keep you in the know in Pennsylvania and beyond.
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Welcome to the internet’s most inclusive nerd culture podcast! Every week, hosts David and Lindsay push the boundaries of what’s considered geeky by covering a diverse array of topics. So if you’re a fan of comic books, technology, movies, video games, or cosplay (or all of the above!), whether you’re a nerdy novice or pro, you have come to the right podcast!
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This episode will cover fracking issues across the state of Wisconsin. Cover art photo provided by Diaan Mynhardt on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@dfdy_
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Frick N' Frack is a variety comedy show of stupid facts, question, songs, and post. Today the meaning of Frick N' Frack is dumb and dumber and this show is just that. Based off the name the crew puts together some odd but satisfying topics covered by some very odd characters and people.
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Michael and Carrie Kline, Talking Across the Lines
Michael and Carrie Kline, Talking Across the Lines
Wit and wisdom on race, class, the environment, community economics and local history from the Appalachian coalfields and frack fields AND the Dawnland of the Northeast USA--stories and music by the people who live here, who want to connect with YOU
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Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com ...
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Discussing with a friend about pop culture and getting a little off topic Cover art photo provided by Francesco Gallarotti on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@gallarotti
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TEDX conducts brief interviews with leading experts to get answers about health threats posed by unconventional oil and gas operations.
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As the planet we call home faces a climate emergency, Living on Earth is your go-to source for the latest coverage of climate change, ecology, and human health. Hosted by Steve Curwood and brought to you by PRX.
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Welcome to Down to Earth, an audio podcast about the news, events and personalities that make up Earthjustice.
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Current affairs, media analysis, alternative media.
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Discover something new about the oilfield with every episode of this Oilfield Basics podcast. Join us as we interview many hard working men and women across our great industry, learning about their particular specialty, tools, processes, techniques, and experiences. Wether you already work in the industry, are a student, or are an outsider to our industry, there will always be something new for you to learn.
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A Geology and Earth Science Podcast. Join Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor, in discussing the amazing features of our planet and their impact on your everyday life. No prior knowledge required. New episodes coming at you every week. Listen, subscribe, share with someone you know!
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Local and global environmental issues from grassroots, activist perspectives with a strong social justice focus. Distributed nationally on the Community Radio Network.
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DNA science. Artificial intelligence. Smartphones and 3D printers. Science and technology have transformed the world we live in. But how did we get here? It wasn’t by accident. Well, sometimes it was. It was also the result of hard work, teamwork, and competition. And incredibly surprising moments. Hosted by bestselling author Steven Johnson (“How We Got To Now”), American Innovations uses immersive scenes to tell the stories of the scientists, engineers, and ordinary people behind the great ...
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This movement is created by leaders who are inspired to take action. While we are all connecting by our shared goals to fight fracking’s harms, each and every leader brings a different perspective to this fight. And each perspective has a unique story behind it – a story to tell and to inspire.We’ve teamed up with producer Ryan Clover from Eco-Defense Radio to interview leaders in the Halt the Harm Network about everyday life, and what inspires them to action, day in, day out.
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AI hosts debate the innovations reshaping our world—from AI ethics to quantum leaps. Each 20-minute episode tackles a critical question (Should robots have rights? Is CRISPR a miracle or menace?) using expert research, patents, and global data. No hype, just hard facts. Made for tech pros, innovators, and future-curious minds. Sample debates: AI vs. artists: Who owns creativity? Self-driving cars: Safer roads or surveillance tool? Quantum computing: Breakthrough or billion-dollar bluff? Subs ...
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Join filmmakers Matt Damon and John Krasinski as they discuss their new drama "Promised Land." Directed by Van Sant, the film follows ace corporate salesman (Damon) who is sent to a rural town with his partner (Frances McDormand) to close a key deal in his company’s expansion plans. What seems like an easy job becomes complicated by numerous roadblocks, including a grassroots campaign led by a well-meaning farmer (Krasinski). Promised Land explores America at the crossroads, where big busine ...
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A podcast looking back at The Simpsons, episode by episode, discussing and analyzing its importance, history, and greatness.
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Dive into the world of advocacy with The Campaign Strategist. Each episode features in-depth conversations with activists and experts who break down their approaches to planning, executing, and winning campaigns. Learn about the strategies that have shaped policies, changed minds, and mobilized communities. Perfect for anyone looking to amplify their impact and drive meaningful change. New episodes on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays each month.
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The Land I Trust, an audio series by the Sierra Club, tells stories of special places under threat by dirty energy -- and how the transition to clean energy is benefiting people and the homes they hold dear. In our first series, we travel through the American South to talk with folks about the coal that is fouling their air and water, the dirty energy projects they're fighting in their backyards, and a shared vision for a clean energy economy that allows all of our communities to thrive. Fro ...
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A podcast about the environment in Canada (and sometimes elsewhere) by Sierra Club Canada. Topics include climate change, biodiversity, pollution, renewable energy democracy, and the Rights of Nature. Tune in and take action!
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Life, love, politics, Hip hop, all from the minds of socially awkward black kids!!
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truths in all thing every one has there own inner truth Exploring commonalties And differences Of spirituality and religion. I invite input from reader and listener @ https://parie602419678.wordpress.com/ Email [email protected]
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Story Time at the Roo Bus Podcast: Behind the Scenes of Music Festivals | Supporting the TOTEM Foundation Welcome to Story Time at the Roo Bus, a weekly podcast dedicated to the vibrant music festival community. Join us as we dive deep into everything from Bonnaroo to other iconic music festivals, featuring exclusive interviews and in-depth conversations with the people who bring Earth's greatest parties to life. We share inspiring festival stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the latest ...
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Lesley Yates and Ben Hamlin have a lot in common, but their biggest shared interest is the Netflix original comedy series Bojack Horseman. We're going through the show episode by episode to find meaning in the musings of a very depressed horse. Every Tuesday right here on infinitybreak.net and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Hart Energy presents its new podcast Political Sidetrack, a biweekly forum which will explore global politics from an energy industry perspective.
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newsCOUP: ”Overthrow The Status Quo” on Public Herald’s podcast with co-founder Joshua Pribanic. https://publicherald.org/newscoup
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About cooking life and music that makes it fun for the work day.
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This podcast covers issues of Climate Change, Building a Socially Responsible Economy, Health and Life and Death.
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Four environmentalist friends get together each week to talk about their work, pop culture, and how to save the Earth while protecting your sanity.
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Energy. It fuels our daily lives and our economy. And it's one of the most important issues being debated today. Here on EnergyTomorrow Radio, we examine complex issues about our energy future and answer your questions. In doing so, we hope to advance the conversation about this important topic. Hosted by Jane Van Ryan of API.
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Film, tv, popkultur och annat kul, i feminazistisk och anglifierad fulförpackning. Jingel skapad av Erik Hansson!
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America's Truth For True Americans. A look at the conspiracies that shape our news cycle. Each episode breaks down top secret information hidden in the world we live in. Everything is a conspiracy and this news satire show points it all out. Learn the truth, or be a mule. Stay vigilant!
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A podcast about grassroots water justice in the Western United States. We interview experts about their local watersheds and how the health of our water impacts every facet of our lives and future generations.
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We're the Bad Action Movie Bros👊💥🔥We drink and pretend to occasionally know things.Pour yourself a double and enjoy our discussions about some amazing manly movies.
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The Shift brings you the latest research in the field of energy, climate change and sustainability.
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The marketing experts at Art of Strategy offer a behind the scenes perspective on marketing gathered through decades of experience and ways you can properly leverage these skills to your advantage.
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Truth to Power Podcast offers a platform for discussion on environmental justice advocacy, energy democracy and energy policy in New Mexico. Join host Danger K Varoz of New Energy Economy as he interviews special guests including advocates, organizers, experts and attorneys in an endeavor to unravel many of the crucial energy issues facing our state.
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Super excited to announce the beginning of a new journey that I am fortunate enough to share with you guys. Brief overview in who I am and what I am about. I am here to help you find your talents and help you reach your full potential.
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Those working for a more just world share their stories of community and possibility to host - and The Heinz Endowments President - Chris DeCardy. Episodes take you behind the scenes of in-the-news individuals and topics, revealing honesty, humanity and hope at every turn.
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It's Been A Week is recorded live in Brooklyn and hosted by Jackie Danziger and James Tison: two neurotics who are addicted to media, the internet, AND each other! Join them as they express various shades of sarcasm about this week's endless onslaught of feuds, internet outrage, and Taylor Swift antics. (Needlessly aggressive banter abounds).
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Welcome to Eco-Action's podcast where we talk about all the environmental and sustainability issues you've been hearing about, but in a way that (hopefully) doesn't suck as much as CNN. Hosted by Markie Reiland and Amelia Geiser, and hopefully to be joined by many of our friends in the Penn State sustainability community. New episodes coming in the fall. As Markie says, it's environmentalism for the layman, so no O-Chem prereq required, just sit back and enjoy our low production quality, ama ...
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Sierra Club Radio is a weekly half hour program produced by Sierra Club staff and hosted by Orli Cotel. Each week you'll hear in-depth interviews with politicians, authors, celebrities, artists, and activists inspired by nature. We also feature lifestyle tips from Sierra magazine, advice from the magazine's columnist, Mr. Green, and occasional commentary from Club Executive Director Michael Brune.
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Politically progressive, Wisconsin only radio show! To join us on air call 877-497-1797 or 310-742-1896
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Jonny & The Baptists (Jonny Donahoe & Paddy Gervers) are an entirely codependent double act who are 1) now living very far away from each other, and 2) constantly struggling. This is a podcast about trying to be happy, trying to cope, and trying your best. Oh and fun. It has fun. This show used to be called ”Making Paddy Happy” but after what can only be described as loving, abject failure on that premise, is now optimistically called ”Happiness Is Out There”. You can support us on Patreon h ...
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After being requested by so many for so many years, Frick Frack is coming to the Farm! Mitchell and Daniel sit down with their founder, owner and head pit boss Marvelous Marv, who has a ton of amazing stories to share. And of course we have tons of Mitchell and his tales to go with this week too! 1 Support the show Proceeds from Story Time at the R…
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Geothermal Fracking: Clean Energy or Earthquake Maker?
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15:29This podcast episode examines enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), a technology also known as geothermal fracking that aims to increase access to geothermal energy beyond naturally occurring sites by creating underground reservoirs. It highlights the potential of EGS as a reliable and clean energy source that can provide continuous power, unlike inte…
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How Activists Stopped Fracking in NY—And What We Can Learn From It
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44:09In this episode of The Campaign Strategist, Rich Schrader and Kate Sinding Daly take us inside the eight-year campaign that led New York to ban fracking—making it the first state with significant gas deposits to stop the practice. Rich is the Director of New York Government Affairs at NRDC. At the time, Kate was Senior Attorney and Deputy Director …
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Induced Earthquakes, Fracking, and the Future of the Subsurface with Dr. Katie Smye
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1:16:06Join us for an exciting episode as we dive deep into the world beneath our feet with Dr. Katie Smye, a renowned research associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin. In this interview, Dr. Smye takes us on a full journey through the intricacies of fracking, induced seismicity, and the oil industry. Learn how modern drilling technologie…
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Fusion Startup Backlash: Are Investors Being Scammed?
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20:09This podcast episode discusses the burgeoning fusion energy startup landscape, which is attracting significant private investment despite the historical challenges and complexities of achieving practical fusion power. The text explores the diverse technological approaches being pursued by companies like Helion Energy and Commonwealth Fusion Systems…
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Piezoelectric Roads: Can We Generate Power from Traffic?
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14:40This podcast episode discusses piezoelectric roads, an innovative technology that aims to generate electricity from the mechanical stress of passing vehicles. It explains the science behind piezoelectricity, where certain materials produce an electrical charge when deformed. The document outlines how these materials are embedded in roads and the pr…
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Perovskite Solar Cells: The Silicon Panel Killer Stuck in Lab Purgatory
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26:33In this podcast episode, we examine the potential and challenges of perovskite solar cells as a rival to dominant silicon-based solar technology. Initially hailed for their high efficiency and low-cost production potential, perovskite cells have faced significant hurdles, primarily concerning stability and lifespan compared to established silicon p…
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Tonight, Matt and Robbie discuss Episode TABF04, The Musk Who Fell to Earth, the twelfth episode of Season Twenty-Six. They talk about Elon Musk, bald eagles, and nonsense. Order Robbie’s new book, Words of Christ in Red Support the show on Patreon! Listener Question of the Week: What’s your favorite Burns quote? Click the icon below to listen.…
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Kite-Powered Cargo Ships: Maersk’s 21st-Century Sailors
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14:57This podcast episode discuss the increasing need for the maritime shipping industry, responsible for a significant portion of global carbon emissions, to transition towards decarbonisation, driven by ambitious targets from bodies like the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Maersk, a major shipping company, is highlighted for its strong comm…
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Plasma Gasification: Turning Trash Into Clean Energy or Toxic Risk?
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50:54This podcast episode discusses plasma gasification, a technology that uses extremely high temperatures to convert waste into a usable synthesis gas (syngas) and inert solid byproducts. It outlines the scientific principles of plasma, the process of gasification, and the components of a plasma gasification plant. The sources explore the potential be…
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AI-Optimized Nuclear Reactors: Bill Gates’ TerraPower Breakthrough
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15:04The podcast episode discusses Bill Gates' TerraPower Natrium reactor project, an advanced nuclear energy initiative aiming to provide clean and reliable power by merging nuclear engineering with artificial intelligence. The source details the reactor's innovative design, featuring liquid sodium cooling and molten salt energy storage, highlighting i…
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Sand Batteries: Finland’s Weird Solution to Seasonal Energy Storage
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14:49This podcast episode examines Finland's innovative use of sand batteries as a solution for seasonal energy storage, particularly for heating purposes. These systems function as thermal energy storage, converting surplus renewable electricity into heat stored in large volumes of sand. The text highlights the advantages of sand, such as its low cost,…
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Solid-State Batteries: Will They Kill Gasoline Cars by 2030?
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14:24This episode examines solid-state battery technology as a potential advancement for electric vehicles, noting its promise for increased energy density, enhanced safety, faster charging, longer lifespan, and wider operating temperature range compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. However, the source also highlights significant challenges to …
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Air Gets Worse, NOAA Climate Science Cuts, Parrot Brains and Our Own and more.
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52:11The latest “State of the Air” report by the American Lung Association finds that nearly half of people living in the U.S. breathe unhealthy levels of air pollution. Soot and smog are on the rise in part because climate change is bringing more wildfires and ozone-forming conditions. Also, a key climate modeling program within the National Oceanic an…
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Episode for May 2, 2025: Endangered species, black bears and solar at the airport
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29:54Sign up for our newsletter! The future of the Endangered Species Act is in question. A bill to amend it was recently introduced in Congress, and environmentalists are taking issue with it. Attacks by black bears are exceedingly rare, but they do happen. How proximity to humans and our pets could be pushing some species, like black bears, to act err…
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AI-Powered Exoskeletons: Restoring Mobility or Military Tool?
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26:22AI-powered rehabilitation exoskeletons help users retrain their muscles, correct posture, and gradually rebuild strength, reducing the risk of long-term mobility issues. Robotic rehabilitation systems also provide real-time feedback, allowing therapists to track progress and customize recovery plans.…
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Robot Teachers in Classrooms: Japan’s Experiment.
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18:23The Japanese government has announced plans to use robots in school classrooms as part of a new approach to improve its population's English proficiency, and take advantage of an expected increase in tourism.
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Sex Robots: Ethical Implications and Societal Impact.
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17:45Critics argue that sex robots present a clear risk to real persons and a social degradation that will increase sexual violence, objectify women, encourage pedophilia, reinforce negative body images, increase forms of sexual dysfunction, and pass on sexually transmitted disease.
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How to Get Hired - CEO Lindsey Schultz
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1:15:00In this episode of Planet Geo, we speak with Lindsey Schultz, the CEO of MRC Recruiting, a leading recruitment agency in the mining sector. The discussion explores the evolving landscape of geoscience and mining careers, emphasizing the significant demand for geologists and the factors impacting employability. Lindsey shares personal anecdotes and …
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204: Predator’s Back, Hoppus Gets Honest, & Dance Gavin Dance Converts a Skeptic
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1:03:13We’re back with another episode full of chaotic energy, nostalgic deep-dives, and a surprising amount of gore. 🛸📖🎶🩸 🔥 What’s Hot – The Predator franchise is officially doing the most. We break down the trailers for Predator: Badlands (the upcoming feature film) and Predator: Killer of Killers (the wild-looking animated series). Are we hype? Confuse…
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The tasks that AI is able to perform has grown exponentially over the years but there are a few things AI still struggles with, like accurately mimicking scientific methodology. Dr. James Zou joins host Dr. Samantha Yammine today to discuss recent updates in AI’s ability to play the role of scientist. He is an associate professor of Biomedical Data…
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Goose has quickly become one of the hottest touring jam bands today, and we're so lucky to have Peter Anspach from the band on this week to talk about their brand new album and their upcoming show at Bonnaroo 2025! We'll hear a ton of his stories, going from playing a renegade set on the Farm in 2016, to recently headlining Radio City Music Hall. W…
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Warehouse Automation: Amazon Job-Killing Machine.
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13:45Unpack the controversial question: Is warehouse automation at giants like Amazon truly a "job-killing machine"? Explore how Amazon's extensive use of robots impacts human workers, from displacement to the creation of new roles. Delve into the perspectives of workers and experts, examining the changing nature of work and broader societal implication…
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Robotic Pollinators: Saving Bees or Creating Dependency?
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14:41Explore how robotic pollinators are being developed to address pollinator decline, like Edete, Olombria, and RoboBee. We discuss if these technologies offer a genuine solution or lead to uncertain futures and dependency, neglecting root issues like habitat loss. Consider the environmental, economic, and ethical concerns, and whether a turn towards …
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Lamont Jones leaves Dauphin County Prison for the last time, a free man ready to move on with his life. But when his young cousin dies in that same jail, he learns that this is not the only mysterious death that has plagued Dauphin County Prison. The search for the truth will put him at odds with a reality TV show coroner who claims to speak for th…
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Tonight, Matt and Robbie discuss Episode TABF05, Bart’s New Friend, the eleventh episode of Season Twenty-Six. They talk about Judd Apatow, magical hypnotism, and a Bart episode not about Bart. Order Robbie’s new book, Words of Christ in Red! Support the show on Patreon! Listener Question of the Week: What’s your favorite Simpsons friendship? Click…
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Self-Replicating Robots: Sci-Fi Dream or Existential Threat?
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9:18In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of self-replicating robots through the lens of science fiction and real-world anxieties. Are they the key to revolutionizing industries and space exploration — or a threat to humanity’s survival? Join us as we dive into their portrayal, potential, and risks.…
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AI Surgeons: Da Vinci System’s Successes and Failures.
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14:21The Da Vinci Surgical System has transformed minimally invasive surgery with enhanced precision and control. In this episode, we explore its major successes, ongoing AI-driven advancements, and the challenges still facing the future of autonomous robotic surgery.
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Robot Rights: Should Androids Have Legal Protections?
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15:52Should intelligent robots have rights? In this episode, we explore proposals for granting legal status to androids, the arguments for and against it, and what it could mean for the future of AI and society. Dive into one of the most fascinating debates in tech ethics.
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Humanoid Robots: Will Tesla’s Optimus Replace Workers?
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12:44Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, aims to take on dangerous, repetitive tasks, with plans to deploy it across factories by 2025. CEO Elon Musk believes Optimus could become bigger than Tesla’s car business. While it promises greater efficiency and cost savings, concerns about job displacement remain. Some see Optimus as a partner to human workers, f…
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Calls for national Moratorium on Seismic BlastingCommunities gathered in Warrnambool to call for an end to gas exploration in the Otway Basin and a national moratorium on seismic blasting to stop the damage being done to marine life and the marine environment. They want the recommendations of the Senate Inquiry into the Impact of seismic testing on…
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Episode for April 25, 2025: Cement's impact on climate, sustainable fashion and student gardeners
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30:14Sign up for our newsletter! Cement is the glue that keeps concrete together, and it has a big carbon footprint. That's a problem for a warming planet. A Johnstown-based mining company has gotten the go-ahead to expand an underground coal mine in Westmoreland County. The site of a demolished coal-fired power plant is being redeveloped to build a mas…
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Is space becoming the next battlefield? In this episode, we explore how outer space is emerging as a key front in a new era of global power rivalry, echoing the original Cold War. From anti-satellite weapons and military space forces to spy satellites and dual-use technologies, the militarization of space is accelerating—and raising serious questio…
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Space-Based Solar Power: Beam Energy to Earth by 2030?
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15:35What if we could beam clean, constant energy from space—day and night, rain or shine? In this episode, we explore the bold vision of Space-Based Solar Power (SBSP): collecting solar energy in orbit and wirelessly transmitting it to Earth using microwaves. It’s a high-tech solution to a grounded problem—how to deliver 24/7 carbon-free power at scale…
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3D-Printing Habitats on Mars: Feasible or Fantasy?
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15:15Could the first homes on Mars be 3D-printed? In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge concept of building Martian habitats using autonomous 3D printers and local resources like regolith and basalt. From NASA’s 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge to radical designs like the Mars Ice House and MARSHA, we break down how innovators are tackling the challe…
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Space Tourism: Environmental Cost vs. Scientific Value.
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13:08Space tourism is taking flight—but it’s not all rocket fuel and wonder. Every launch pumps black carbon into the upper atmosphere, accelerating climate change and threatening the ozone layer. In this episode, we weigh the environmental toll of space travel against its potential benefits—from climate-monitoring satellites to the “overview effect” th…
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Asteroid Mining: The Trillion-Dollar Gold Rush.
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16:17Imagine the next gold rush—only this time, it’s in space. Asteroids, those seemingly lifeless rocks drifting through the solar system, could be worth trillions. Packed with rare metals like platinum, palladium, rhodium, nickel, and even gold, some of these space rocks may hold more wealth than has ever been mined from Earth. Add to that their suppl…
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Satellite Mega-Constellations: Internet for All or Night Sky Ruin?
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20:59Thousands of satellites are being launched into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) in a race to blanket the planet with high-speed internet. Projects like SpaceX’s Starlink, Amazon’s Kuiper, and OneWeb are building massive mega-constellations, aiming to connect even the most remote corners of the world. On the surface, it sounds like a technological leap—global…
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Pope Francis and the Climate, Fighting PFAS, and “Evening” Poem by Dorianne Laux.
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52:18As the world remembers the legacy of Pope Francis we return to his groundbreaking writings on climate and environment that called for a fundamental shift in our economic system, and a rethinking of our relationship with God's creation: the natural world. Also, a 2025 Goldman Environmental Prize recipient was repeatedly told there was nothing to wor…
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203: CinemaCon Trailers, Gore-Romance Reads & The Starting Line Returns
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1:11:57This week’s episode is packed with hype, horror, and a heavy dose of nostalgia. Let’s gooo! 🎬📚🎶🩸 🔥 What’s Hot – CinemaCon dropped a ton of new trailers, and we’re breaking down the ones that caught our eye (and the ones that made us cringe). From sequels to surprise hits, we’ve got thoughts. 📖 What Are You Reading? – We dive deep into the blood-soa…
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Astrobiology: AI’s Role in Searching for Alien Life.
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11:15Is the universe teeming with life—or are we truly alone? In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating intersection of astrobiology and artificial intelligence. From scanning distant exoplanets to decoding mysterious signals from space, AI is rapidly becoming humanity’s most powerful tool in the search for extraterrestrial life. Join us as we …
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The Answers Are in the Rocks - It's a Good Time to Be a Geologist
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42:26In this rock-solid episode, we dive into Part 3 of their exciting geology series! 🪨 We discuss why it's a golden age to be a geologist, focusing on how the answers to many of today's challenges are literally set in stone. From contact metamorphism to the fascinating world of serpentinites, we explore how these natural processes are crucial in addre…
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Privatizing the Moon: Legal Loopholes and Ethical Risks.
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14:09In this episode, “Privatizing the Moon: Legal Loopholes and Ethical Risks,” we explore the growing influence of private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin in lunar exploration — and the thorny legal and ethical questions that come with it. Can the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, which bans national claims on celestial bodies, keep up with the commercia…
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Space Junk: Can We Clean Up Earth’s Orbit?
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26:32In this episode, we tackle a growing crisis above our heads: space junk. As Earth's orbit becomes crowded with defunct satellites, rocket remnants, and debris fragments, our dependence on space for communication, weather tracking, and navigation is at risk. Can we clean up the mess? Or is this orbital pollution already out of control? We explore cu…
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Mars Colonization: SpaceX vs. NASA’s Competing Visions.
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17:17In this episode, “Mars Colonization: SpaceX vs. NASA’s Competing Visions,” we dive into the contrasting approaches of two space pioneers. SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, aims to build a self-sustaining Martian city with its reusable Starship, driven by the vision of making humanity a multiplanetary species. Its approach is bold, fast-moving, and steeped …
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Indigenous Climate Solutions, Virus Thaw, AI Brain Implant
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17:49When tackling solutions to climate change, we tend to focus on westernized approaches rather than listening to Indigenous Peoples about the best ways to protect our earth. So, today, just in time for Earth Day, Dr. Samantha Yammine speaks with Dr. Myrle Ballard about natural resource and environmental management from Indigenous perspectives. Then, …
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The Unseen Dangers of Export Restrictions on Battery Technologies
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18:29Batteries power the clean energy transition—but what happens when key countries start locking down access? In this episode, we unpack the hidden risks of export restrictions on critical battery materials and tech. From rising EV costs to disrupted supply chains and geopolitical rifts, these trade barriers carry serious consequences. You'll learn ho…
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What If Renewable Resources Completely Replaced Fossil Fuels?
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14:42What would it take to power the entire planet with nothing but renewables—no coal, no oil, no gas? In this episode of Emerging Tech Debates, we unpack the bold vision of a world fully fueled by solar, wind, hydro, and emerging clean tech. Could we realistically replace fossil fuels—still responsible for 83% of global energy—with renewables by 2050?…
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Bridging the Gaps, an Interview with Farm Manager Mireya Katerina Tsironis Genius
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1:00:34We present this field interview with Mireya Katrina Tsironis Genius made with Carrie Kline in April of 2025.Now in her early thirties, Mireya Genius is an organic vegetable farm manager in the Connecticut River Valley of western Massachusetts. She traces her involvement in agriculture to her childhood on the Isle of Crete where her parents had sett…
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197 - Roo Season Approaching with Brad and Cory from the Bonnaroo Staff
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51:08Bonnaroo is the greatest party on Earth, and we've got the guys that plan and organize it to talk about it this week! With a sellout inevitably coming soon, we've got Brad Parker and Cory Smith from the Roo staff on to talk about everything coming to The Farm this year. The guys have tea on things from the Infinity Stage, Where in the Woods, entran…
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