Best Rick Barron Podcasts (2025)

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How Taylor Swift Won: A Farewell to the Taylor's Versions Era 49:01

3h ago49:01

49:01

Taylor Swift got her masters back — we break down her strategic victory, the best vault tracks, speculation about her next album, her revelations about Reputation and her debut, and much more, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: The White Darkness 7:35

19h ago7:35

7:35

Frozen Obsession: Henry Worsley’s Last Expedition, chasing Ernest Shackleton’s polar dream. supporting links 1. Henry Worsley (explorer) [Wikipedia] 2. Ernest Shackleton [Wikipedia] 3. The White Darkness [Amazon Books] 4. David Grann [Facebook] Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Blu…

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Interview #15 Kendall Breitman- From Newsroom to Podcast Studio: Her Journey 55:51

2d ago55:51

55:51

Summary In this engaging conversation, host Rick Barron speaks with Kendall Breitman, a master storyteller and community manager at Riverside. They explore Kendall's journey from her early life in Pennsylvania to her impressive career in journalism, covering politics and presidential elections. Kendall shares insights into her experiences in high s…

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Inside Thom Yorke's Great New Album with Producer Mark Pritchard 54:53

3d ago54:53

54:53

Tall Tales, Thom Yorke's new album with veteran electronic producer Mark Pritchard, is one of the best albums of the year so far. Pritchard sits down with host Brian Hiatt to go deep on taking a prog-tronic journey with Radiohead's frontman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Eric Bellinger interview 10:17

7d ago10:17

10:17

Exclusive interview with Grammy winning singer-songwriter Eric Bellinger.

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Interview #14 David Simmons-The Call of the Ocean: A Journey of Reinvention 55:40

8d ago55:40

55:40

Summary: In this episode, Rick Barron interviews David Simmons, a former tech executive who transitioned to a sailing business in the Caribbean. David shares his journey from a tumultuous childhood in Mississippi to a fulfilling life on the ocean. He discusses his love for the water, the challenges of starting a charter business, and the realities …

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Bruce Springsteen Takes on Donald Trump — and Trump Takes on Taylor Swift, Bruce, and Beyoncé 48:40

11d ago48:40

48:40

Why is President Trump calling for investigations into the world's biggest music stars? We look into a very weird battle, with Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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AI Tutors: Can Chatbots Revolutionize Education? 12:53

15d ago12:53

12:53

Sal Khan, the founder and CEO of Khan Academy, thinks artificial intelligence could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen 1. How AI could save (not destroy) education [TED] 2. The A.I. Chatbots Have Arrived. Time to Talk to Your Kids. [New York Times] 3. Most Americans haven’t used ChatGPT; few think it will impact thei…

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: Raising Hare, a Memoir 7:33

16d ago7:33

7:33

Locked down in the English countryside during the pandemic, writer Chloe Dalton found herself in an unlikely companionship—with a wild hare. supporting links 1. Raising Hare: A Memoir [Amazon] 2. Chloe Dalton [Blog site] 3. Hare [Wikipedia] Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky…

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Revolutionizing Medicine: A.I. in Drug Development 17:48

22d ago17:48

17:48

The effects of AI in drug development are expected to dramatically reshape the entire healthcare industry. supporting links 1. Terray [company website] 2. Recursion Pharmaceuticals [company website] 3. Schrödinger [company website] 4. Isomorphic Labs[company website] 5. Revolutionizing Drug Discovery with Generative AI [YouTube] 6. What AI-Designed…

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Coco Jones on Sampling Britney Spears — and Making the Year's Best R&B Album 1:00:06

22d ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Rising R&B/pop singer (and actress) Coco Jones goes deep on child stardom via Disney; her controversial Britney Spears sample; learning from Aretha, Mariah, and Whitney; the journey to her great debut album; and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Interview #13 Suzanne Junered – The Art of Storytelling 1:03:20

29d ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Summary: In this engaging conversation, Rick Barron interviews novelist Suzanne Junered, exploring her journey from a career in nutrition to becoming a writer. Suzanne shares her passion for storytelling, the challenges she faced, and the importance of community in the writing process. The discussion delves into her creative awakening, the themes s…

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Why Can't Mariah Carey, Oasis, and Phish Get Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? 54:25

29d ago54:25

54:25

Acts from Soundgarden to the White Stripes to Chubby Checker will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year — but there were also some eyebrow-raising exclusions. Rolling Stone's Andy Greene joins host Brian Hiatt to try to get inside the heads of voters — and propose some possible solutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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Interview #12 Shazmeen Bank – Healing Through Connection 1:06:06

30d ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Summary: In this episode, host Rick Barron speaks with Shazmeen Bank, a relationship coach and host of the podcast 'Love Better.' They discuss Shazmeen's journey from becoming a young mother to her evolution into a relationship coach, emphasizing the importance of self-worth, healing, and creating safe spaces for personal growth. Shazmeen shares he…

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Europe’s Nuclear Future: Rely on U.S. or Not? 12:49

1M ago12:49

12:49

The discussion of European nuclear autonomy represents a troubling inflection point in the post-Cold War order. It signals the potential unraveling of established security arrangements that, despite their imperfections, have prevented significant power conflict in Europe for decades. Supporting links 1. Can Europe defend itself against a nuclear-ar…

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Jeff Goldblum on Music, Movies, and Getting Ariana Grande to Sing on His Album 51:01

1M ago51:01

51:01

Jeff Goldblum isn't just a great actor — he's a gifted jazz piano player, too. In a wildly entertaining interview with host Brian Hiatt, Goldbum talks about his new album, Still Blooming, his hopes for the sequel Wicked : For Good, how he got Ariana Grande to sing with him, and much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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REAL Cosmic Horror, SINNERS Review, New Lovecraft & Bloch Letters -- and More! 1:52:21

1M ago1:52:21

1:52:21

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://www.youtube.com/live/kIAcUr3oNbU 💥 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a roun…

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Social Security’s Future: The Tax Change No One Wants to Discuss 13:57

1M ago13:57

13:57

There’s a critical two-word issue that impacts millions of Americans. Social Security. The retirement program we all rely on is running out of time, and there’s a fix no one seems to want to talk about. Supporting links 1. Is the Retirement Picture for Millennials Looking Better? [Center for Retirement Research] 2. How to fix Social Security? It’s …

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Lessons on Life from a Dying Doctor 21:14

1M ago21:14

21:14

Learn how a doctor, facing the end of his life, chose to teach the most important subject of all: That the heart of medicine is about people, connection, and honoring every patient's humanity. Supporting links 1. Dr. Bryant Lin [Stanford Medicine] 2. A doctor, his cancer journey and a uniquely teachable moment [Stanford Medicine] 3. Stage 4 lung ca…

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Dementia Prevention Starts Now: Midlife Matters 11:33

2M ago11:33

11:33

To help prevent elderly Dementia, adopting healthy habits, regardless of age, could yield significant dividends as individuals grow older. supporting links 1. Healthy habits help preserve brain health, despite genetics [University of Mississippi Medical Center] 2. What is Dementia? [World Health Organization] 3. Types of Dementia [Alzheimer's Assoc…

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Spin Doctors Confidential: Chris Barron Looks Back on His Band's Ups and Downs 1:09:21

2M ago1:09:21

1:09:21

Spin Doctors have their first album out in 12 years, Face Full of Cake — and it's quite good. Lead singer Chris Barron joins host Brian Hiatt to go deep on the band's Nineties triumphs and mistakes, why he doesn't envy Phish, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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DISPLACED PERSON: A Unique Tale of Cosmic Horror! Long out of print... until now 1:27:02

2M ago1:27:02

1:27:02

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YgmoBN8paEw 👉 I've talked about DISPLACED PERSON by Lee Harding several times over the years. I highly recommend this book, but it has been out of print for decades; hard to find and expensive. UNTIL NOW! The author's daughter has just released a Kindle edition of DISPLACED PERSON, …

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Jamestown: DNA Solves Mystery of First English Settlement in America 11:21

2M ago11:21

11:21

DNA analysis of human remains found at the site of a church built in 1608 in the colonial settlement of Jamestown, Virginia, suggest the men are kinsmen of the colony’s first governor, Thomas West. supporting links 1. Jamestown, Virgina [Wikipedia] 2. aDNA [Wikipedia] 3. DNA [Wikipedia] 4. Thomas West, 3rd Baron De La Warr [Wikipedia] 5. Jamestown …

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Interview #11 Julieta Duvall – Time Advocacy: No Commitments, Just Experiments 1:05:29

2M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Summary: In this episode, Rick Barron interviews Julieta Duvall, a time advocate who shares her journey of redefining time as a resource rather than a commodity. Julieta discusses her transition from traditional homeschooling to unschooling, emphasizing the importance of letting go of societal expectations and commitments that do not align with per…

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What happened in DONNIE DARKO? Our Theories 1:39:40

2M ago1:39:40

1:39:40

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/XUB1E-nf26k 💥 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round wo…

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Pop Update! Gaga Triumphs, Selena Gets Raunchy, Chappell Goes Country and More 53:21

2M ago53:21

53:21

Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield join host Brian Hiatt for a look at some of the latest developments in pop, from Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's collaborative album to Lady Gaga's Mayhem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Kyla Scanlon: Gen Z’s Economic Guru Adviser 14:47

2M ago14:47

14:47

Kyla Scanlon is demystifying the most complicated things about economics, one TikTok video at a time. 1. Kyla Scanlon on Gen Z's Money Worries and Approach to Investing [YouTube] 2. Kyla Scanlon — State of the Economy Really that Bad? With Scott Galloway [YoutTube] 3. Are We Still In A 'Vibecession'? with Kyla Scanlon [YouTube] 4. Mary C. Daly, Pre…

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The Hidden History of Nineties Lollapalooza 57:16

2M ago57:16

57:16

A new book, Lollapalooza: The Uncensored Story of Alternative Rock's Wildest Festival, is full of fascinating unearthed stories about the most important festival of the 1990s. Authors Richard Bienstock and Tom Beaujour join host Brian Hiatt to break down some of the book's best moments: Eddie Vedder joining the freak show, Sinead O'Connor freaking …

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: GENERATIONS 8:32

2M ago8:32

8:32

Generations by Dr. Jean Twenge explores how the six generations living in the United States today, connect, conflict, and compete. supporting links 1. Gen Z Refuses to Grow Up | With Dr. Jean Twenge [YouTube] 2. Jean Twenge, "Generations" [YouTube] 3. iGen: The Smartphone Generation | Jean Twenge [YouTube] 4. Jean Twenge on Rising Anxiety, Depressi…

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Interview #10 Michael Ashford – The Art of Communication 1:04:41

2M ago1:04:41

1:04:41

Summary: In this engaging conversation, Rick Barron and Michael Ashford explore the intricacies of communication, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and deeper questioning in fostering meaningful connections. They discuss the shortcomings of traditional education in teaching effective communication skills and propose a redesign that encourages…

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Far from Home in a MIRROR WORLD - An Interview with J.S. Breukelaar 1:33:13

2M ago1:33:13

1:33:13

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/VsWOyjgDzSc 💥 REMEDY: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1803944846 💥 Jenny's website: https://www.jsbreukelaar.com/ 💥 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and th…

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Metallica Secrets and More: Kirk Hammett Tells All 1:03:39

2M ago1:03:39

1:03:39

Kirk Hammett, author of the new book The Collection: Kirk Hammett, looks back at his years in Metallica, hanging out with Kurt Cobain and Lou Reed, and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Needle Fear or Misinformation? The Vaccine Divide 20:24

3M ago20:24

20:24

Vaccine debates are as much about ideology as they are about science. The challenge moving forward is finding ways to balance public health imperatives with respect for personal freedom. This negotiation has shaped—and will continue to shape—American public health policy. Supporting links 1. Measles Makes a Comeback: What Parents Need to Know [Ceda…

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Annotated WATCHMEN, Annotated LOVECRAFT, annotated DRACULA: an interview with Leslie Klinger 1:29:46

3M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/VsWOyjgDzSc 💥 Visit Leslie Klinger's website: https://lesliesklinger.com/ 💥 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I …

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Questlove on the Mysteries of Sly Stone and Much More 51:55

3M ago51:55

51:55

Questlove, director of the excellent new documentary Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius), dissects the greatness of Sly Stone, while also going deep on D'Angelo, Michael Jackson, and his own life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Real Estate Revolution: Gen Z Takeover Coming 9:25

3M ago9:25

9:25

Very soon a housing revolution will begin as baby boomers unlock the doors to their homes, passing the keys to a new era. supporting links 1. Characteristics of generations X, Y and Z [Iberdrola] 2. Gen Z’s Homeownership Rate Stagnated in 2023, But Millennials and Gen Xers Saw Gains [Redfin|News] 3. How Generation Z Will Change The Housing Market (…

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Why Gen Z Isn’t Googling Anymore 10:59

3M ago10:59

10:59

When was the last time you Googled something? Now, ask yourself this: if you're under 30, did you Google it at all? Supporting links 1. Google Faces Real Competition: How AI is Challenging the Search Giant [WEPProNews] 2. The Search Engine Wars Are Back On [New York/Intelligencer] 3. OpenAI launches its search engine to compete with Google [QUARTZ]…

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50 Terrible Songs on Great Albums 1:08:17

3M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Andy Greene joins host Brian Hiatt to break down his list of terrible songs on great albums, from "Maxwell's Silver Hammer" to "Drunk and Hot Girls" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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The Oligarchs’ Coup: America’s Democracy Under Siege 16:29

3M ago16:29

16:29

Timothy D. Synder, professor of history at Yale and author of On Tyranny, among many other books, summarizes the oligarchs’ coup and America’s democracy under siege. 1. American democracy may not survive another Trump campaign [Business Insider] 2. Timothy Snyder on How Corporate America Is Bending to Trump [Democracy NOW!] 3. Who is Viktor Orban, …

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My Life with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers: Mike Campbell Looks Back 55:05

3M ago55:05

55:05

Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell, author of the great new book Heartbreaker: A Memoir, shares untold stories from his collaborations with Tom Petty and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Interview #9 Lee Jackson - The Journey of 'Getting Good' in Life 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

In this engaging conversation, host Rick D Barron speaks with motivational speaker and presentation coach Lee Jackson about the realities of motivation, the importance of connection in personal development, and the impact of community during challenging times like COVID. Lee shares insights from his experiences, including the significance of audien…

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HAUNTED ECOLOGIES: Murderous tree cults, seaside folk horror, sea-bound cosmic horror, & more! 1:23:29

3M ago1:23:29

1:23:29

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/BiSOaak7i0E 💥 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round wo…

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Magic Moments: Julia Hawkins’ 108-Year Track Sprint 13:58

3M ago13:58

13:58

Julia Hawkins, the centenarian sprinter known as “Hurricane” and “The Flower Lady,” died in Baton Rouge, La., this week at the age of 108 in October of 2024. Supporting links 1. It’s Been Wondrous [Amazon] 2. Julia Hawkins [Wikipedia] 3. Julia 'Hurricane' Hawkins dies at 108; record-breaking Senior Olympian [YouTube] 4. List of centenarian master’s…

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Lady Gaga to the Rolling Stones: Andrew Watt's Studio Secrets 51:46

3M ago51:46

51:46

Super-producer Andrew Watt shares behind-the-scenes tales of working with Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, the Rolling Stones, Pearl Jam, Paul McCartney, and many more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Jonny Beardmore’s Epic 32,000-Mile Postcard Delivery Mission 11:19

4M ago11:19

11:19

Imagine traveling 32,000 miles just to deliver 50 postcards! Meet Jonny Beardmore, a modern-day adventurer inspired by a 200-year-old tradition. 1. The Galápagos Islands: Post Office [Whalesite Org] 2. Galápagos Postman Challenge [Wikipedia] 3. INTERVIEW: The Galapagos Postman Jonny Beardmore [Bailey & Johnny Podcast] Contact That's Life, I Swear V…

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: Surrender 40 songs, one story 8:01

4M ago8:01

8:01

U2 singer, Bono says his book, “Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story” is more than a memoir; it’s a multifaceted exploration of a life lived at the intersection of art and activism. supporting links 1. ONE Campaign [Wikipedia] 2. Product Red [Wikipedia] 3. U2 360° Tour [Wikipedia] 4. U2 [Home website] 5. Extended interview: U2’s Bono and wife Ali Hewson …

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Why Was Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Show So Controversial? 44:01

4M ago44:01

44:01

We dig into Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show, and try to figure out why a great performance got some mixed reactions, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rolling Stone | Cumulus Podcast Network

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Philip Gelatt talks about his First Word on Horror interviews 50:26

4M ago50:26

50:26

🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/CE31IblItiE ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Listener Sandy Hale 👉 Philip Gelatt's FIRST …

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Nobel in Chemistry: AI's Protein Breakthrough 13:07

4M ago13:07

13:07

Today, we are designing life-saving proteins on demand, reshaping medicine as we know it—thanks to artificial intelligence. The Nobel Prize in Chemistry in October of 2024 celebrates just that! 1. DeepMind [Wikipedia] 2. All Nobel Prizes in Chemistry [Noble Prize Organization] 3. Protein Folding Problem [Scientific American] 4. Protein Folding [Wik…

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Alice Milliat: Breaking Olympic Barriers 16:37

4M ago16:37

16:37

Alice Milliat (5 May 1884 – 19 May 1957) was a pioneer of women's sport. Her lobbying on behalf of female athletes led to the accelerated inclusion of more women's events in the Olympic Games. Supporting links 1. Alice Milliat Bio [Wikipedia] 2. Remembering Alice Milliat and the Women's World Games 100 years on [Inside the Games] 3. Pierre de Coube…

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