Best Our Friend The Computer Podcasts (2025)

While fictional depictions of fossil discoveries often feature someone finding an entire dinosaur bone in their backyard, the reality of paleontology usually involves puzzling over disparate fragments of a skeleton .

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In the age of quantum computing, AI everything, and literal rockets landing themselves, its kind of wild that sharing a file with a client still feels like an awkward game of Did you get the link?

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In the age of quantum computing, AI everything, and literal rockets landing themselves, its kind of wild that sharing a file with a client still feels like an awkward game of Did you get the link?

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Probiotics are everywhere, claiming to help us poop , restore gut health, and more.

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Probiotics are everywhere, claiming to help us poop , restore gut health, and more.

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Imagine the ceaseless cacophony of New York City suddenly stopped.

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Imagine the ceaseless cacophony of New York City suddenly stopped.

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Its only a matter of time before a catastrophically sized asteroid barrels towards Earth again.

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Its only a matter of time before a catastrophically sized asteroid barrels towards Earth again.

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Biologists estimate that four out of five animals on Earth are nematodes (AKA roundworms) .The tiny, wriggling, transparent invertebrates are the most abundant creatures on the planet and are found ...

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Biologists estimate that four out of five animals on Earth are nematodes (AKA roundworms) .The tiny, wriggling, transparent invertebrates are the most abundant creatures on the planet and are found nearly everywherefrom permafrost to the deep ocean.

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AI Discourse with Steve Klabnik 1:34:09

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Last week, our colleague (and frequent Oxide and Friends guest) Steve Klabnik made some new friends on the Internet with a blog entry on AI discourse. Bryan and Adam were joined by Steve to try to de-polarize the discussion a little. In addition to Bryan Cantrill and Adam Leventhal, we were joined by special guest, Steve Klabnik, and valued listene…

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How to Solve a Problem Before It Happens & When Less is Really More 51:11

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Ask anyone if they prefer fresh or frozen fish and almost everyone says – Fresh! But it turns out to be not so simple. A lot of fish you think is fresh may have been frozen at some point. This episode begins by unraveling this issue of fresh or frozen fish and which is better. https://www.thespruceeats.com/frozen-fish-better-than-fresh-fish-1300625…

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K Wave Media Takes Bitcoin Leap, Ethereum Becomes Institutional Favorite, Bitcoin Remains Steady Amid Uncertainty, Europe Launches First Bitcoin ETF, and more... 11:21

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(0:10): K Wave Media's $500M Bitcoin Move Spurs 155% Stock Surge, Aims for 'Metaplanet of Korea' Status (2:23): Ethereum Emerges as Institutional Favorite, SharpLink Stock Soars 400% Amid New Decentralized Finance Cycle (4:35): Bitcoin Holds Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty; Trump's $3 Billion Crypto Push Boosts Market Interest (6:47): Europe's Fir…

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At any given time across the universe , massive cosmic bodies are releasing incomprehensible amounts of energy.

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At any given time across the universe , massive cosmic bodies are releasing incomprehensible amounts of energy.

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A specially designed artificial intelligence program named after a Judaic prophet suggests one of biblical archeology s greatest finds require reexamination.

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A specially designed artificial intelligence program named after a Judaic prophet suggests one of biblical archeology s greatest finds require reexamination.

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Animals constantly adapt to their environments, but keeping up with humanitys dramatic influence on the natural world poses unique challenges.

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Animals constantly adapt to their environments, but keeping up with humanitys dramatic influence on the natural world poses unique challenges.

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Whats the weirdest thing you learned this week?

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Whats the weirdest thing you learned this week?

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Jealous of your family and friends withÂ Costco memberships ?

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Jealous of your family and friends withÂ Costco memberships ?

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The tiny world of microorganisms is full of microbes competing in a major life or death battle .

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The tiny world of microorganisms is full of microbes competing in a major life or death battle .

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If you are in the market for aÂ powerful, lightweight Apple laptop Â that is also affordable, look no further.

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If you are in the market for aÂ powerful, lightweight Apple laptop Â that is also affordable, look no further.

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To combat the deadly diseases spread by mosquitoes , entomologists often turn to the blood-sucking insects reproductive life.

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To combat the deadly diseases spread by mosquitoes , entomologists often turn to the blood-sucking insects reproductive life.

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Last time I posted about a Carhartt T-shirt deal , PopSci readers bought thousands of them.

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Last time I posted about a Carhartt T-shirt deal , PopSci readers bought thousands of them.

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All sorts of interesting one- and two-wheeled vehicles crisscross the streets of my city, including an increasing number of affordable, portable forms of transportation.

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All sorts of interesting one- and two-wheeled vehicles crisscross the streets of my city, including an increasing number of affordable, portable forms of transportation.

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Bitcoin Mining Boom Accelerates, Pump.fun Targets $1B Token Sale, US Declares Bitcoin Strategic Asset, Robinhood Acquires Bitstamp, and more... 11:23

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(0:10): Bitcoin Mining Boom: MARA's Output Soars, Riot Gears Up for AI Expansion Amid Rising Bitcoin Prices (2:26): Pump.fun Aims for $1B Token Sale as Revenue Soars to $732M in Solana Ecosystem (4:50): U.S. Declares Bitcoin a Strategic Asset, Sparks Global Demand and Cloud Mining Boom (6:58): Robinhood Acquires Bitstamp for $200M to Boost Institut…

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So youve chosen your perfect electric bikewell, thats just the beginning because now it's time for accessories.

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So youve chosen your perfect electric bikewell, thats just the beginning because now it's time for accessories.

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There are few bike styles that are as all-around capable as fat tire e-bikes.

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There are few bike styles that are as all-around capable as fat tire e-bikes.

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Sauropods were some of the largest dinosaurs to ever stomp across the planet, and they did their stomping pretty much everywhere.

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Sauropods were some of the largest dinosaurs to ever stomp across the planet, and they did their stomping pretty much everywhere.

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The phrase the worlds smallest violin is dripping with sarcasm and reserved for disdain, but for some researchers its a mark of pride.

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The phrase the worlds smallest violin is dripping with sarcasm and reserved for disdain, but for some researchers its a mark of pride.

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Theres no such thing as a normal dad.

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Theres no such thing as a normal dad.

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My favorite pair of shorts right now comes from The North Face.

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My favorite pair of shorts right now comes from The North Face.

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The Great Lakes have claimed thousands of lives and ships .

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The Great Lakes have claimed thousands of lives and ships .

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On June 3, 1925, Goodyear launched its first civil airship .

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On June 3, 1925, Goodyear launched its first civil airship .

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Your Microsoft 365 subscription has silently been draining your wallet for years.

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Your Microsoft 365 subscription has silently been draining your wallet for years.

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An undergraduate student at West Virginia University (WVU) recently discovered a mystery fungus that has eluded mycologists for decades.

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An undergraduate student at West Virginia University (WVU) recently discovered a mystery fungus that has eluded mycologists for decades.

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In December 2010, Michael Faherty died in his home in Galway, Ireland.

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In December 2010, Michael Faherty died in his home in Galway, Ireland.

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Everything is fun and games when its daytime, and you can actually see your favorite birds, plants, and sights clearly.

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Everything is fun and games when its daytime, and you can actually see your favorite birds, plants, and sights clearly.

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Reitar Logtech Plans Major Bitcoin Acquisition, Bitcoin Hits $67,500 Amid ETF Optimism, Earn Mining Launches Eco-Friendly AI Mining, AUSTRAC Tightens Crypto ATM Rules, and more... 12:03

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(0:10): Reitar Logtech Plans $1.5 Billion Bitcoin Acquisition to Boost Digital Asset Strategy (2:02): Bitcoin Hits $67,500 on ETF Optimism Amidst Volatile Market Trends (4:38): Earn Mining Unveils AI-Powered, Eco-Friendly Cloud Mining Revolution (6:43): AUSTRAC Tightens Crypto ATM Regulations Amid Rising Scam Concerns in Australia (9:22): Circle Up…

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Solar generators can make your life a little easier on a good day or save you on a bad day.

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Solar generators can make your life a little easier on a good day or save you on a bad day.

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In a world first, scientists at the University of Utah have engineered fruit flies susceptible to cocaine addiction .

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In a world first, scientists at the University of Utah have engineered fruit flies susceptible to cocaine addiction .

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An eaglet has left the nest .

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An eaglet has left the nest .

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For being the worlds oldest known synthetic pigment, the original recipes for Egyptian blue remain a mystery.

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For being the worlds oldest known synthetic pigment, the original recipes for Egyptian blue remain a mystery.

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If binoculars are the flip phone of sightseeing, thisÂ handheld telescope Â is the iPhone.

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If binoculars are the flip phone of sightseeing, thisÂ handheld telescope Â is the iPhone.

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Gorilla kisses, a waving water dragon, and a pair of lion siblings engaging in mischief.

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Gorilla kisses, a waving water dragon, and a pair of lion siblings engaging in mischief.

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Gravity seemsÂ like a predictable, even mundane, aspect of existence.

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Gravity seemsÂ like a predictable, even mundane, aspect of existence.

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In roughly 4 billion years, our home Milky Way galaxy may collide with the neighboring Andromeda galaxy.

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In roughly 4 billion years, our home Milky Way galaxy may collide with the neighboring Andromeda galaxy.

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The ticking tyranny of 2 a.m. after you climbed into bedresponsiblyat 11 .

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The ticking tyranny of 2 a.m. after you climbed into bedresponsiblyat 11 .

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AirTag fans have discovered a major design flaw: it doesnt fit in a wallet.

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AirTag fans have discovered a major design flaw: it doesnt fit in a wallet.

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Elon Musk Unveils XChat, Ruvi AI Competes as Bitcoin Alternative, Ripple CEO Advocates XRP Bitcoin Alliance, Trump Launches Bitcoin Reserve, and more... 11:16

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(0:10): Elon Musk Unveils XChat: Revolutionizing Messaging with Bitcoin Encryption and Decentralized Privacy (1:54): Ruvi AI Rises as Bitcoin Alternative, Offering Real-World Solutions and Promising Returns (4:03): Ripple CEO Advocates XRP-Bitcoin Alliance to Transform Global Finance Amid Community Tensions (5:58): Trump Establishes Strategic Bitco…

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Why You Should Talk More Often & How People Get Brainwashed 52:52

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Zoom and other platforms have made virtual meetings very convenient and allow people in different locations to gather together in one place. Still, virtual meetings can be inefficient and can waste a lot of time if people aren’t aware of some common don’ts. This episode starts with a list of things not to do or say that can streamline those meeting…

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140: The Game Creator: Atari ST STOS History, Games & Community 30:19

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If you were a teen, pre-teen, or even a curious adult with an 8-bit computer in the 80’s, you most likely started your journey as a computer enthusiast by playing with the basic language included with your machine. Some typed in a few programs, then moved to games and never looked back, while many of us were so engrossed in the power to control the…

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If you use Apple devices regularly, then your Apple account has lots of important files and data attached to itincluding photos and videos of precious memories and extensive email archives that you need ...

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If you use Apple devices regularly, then your Apple account has lots of important files and data attached to itincluding photos and videos of precious memories and extensive email archives that you need to hang on to.

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Its 2025.

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Its 2025.

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