Best Peter Adamson Podcasts (2025)

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HoP 468 Perchance to Dream: Descartes’ Skeptical Method 29:29

6h ago29:29

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How Descartes fashioned a “method” to repel even the strongest and most radical forms of doubt, with the cogito argument as its foundation.By Peter Adamson

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Dr. Mirza Rahman, MD, MPH - President, American College of Preventive Medicine - The Power Of Prevention 1:07:48

12h ago1:07:48

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Send us a text Dr. Mirza Rahman, MD, MPH serves as the President of the American College of Preventive Medicine ( ACPM - https://www.acpm.org/about-acpm/governance/executive-officers/mirza-rahman/ ), a professional community, founded in 1954 as a professional community for board-certified physicians to network, share their expertise and advocate fo…

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Pope Francis, Paddy Higson, David Sassoon 27:49

3h ago27:49

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Matthew Bannister on Pope Francis, the first Latin American Pope who was noted for his humility and modest lifestyle. Paddy Higson, the TV and film producer once described as “the mother of the Scottish film industry”. Jed Mercurio and Clare Grogan pay tribute. And David Sassoon, the fashion designer who dressed royalty and film stars. Dame Zandra …

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Dr. Anastasia Liapis, Ph.D. - Global Head of Innovation & New Business Creation, HP Health Solutions - Re-Imagining Health-Tech In Diagnostics And Precision Medicine Of The Future 50:10

1d ago50:10

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Send us a text Dr. Anastasia Liapis, Ph.D. is Global Head of Innovation & New Business Creation, HP Health Solutions ( https://www.izb-online.de/en/companies/hp-health-solutions-germany-gmbh/ ), a division of HP ( https://www.hp.com/us-en/home.html ) , that develops technology specifically for the healthcare industry and reimagines healthcare tech …

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The Strife of Love in a Dream: James O’Neill Introduces the Hypnerotomachia Poliphili 43:17

4d ago43:17

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We introduce one of the strangest and most nigglingly-intriguing esoteric books of the Italian Renaissance, the Hypnerotomachia Poliphili. James O'Neill is our guide through nested dream-landscapes, erotic initiations, and weirdly-specific garden design.By Earl Fontainelle

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Human Flourishing: A Natural Law Approach to Ethics & Politics with Dr. Melissa Moschella 55:30

2d ago55:30

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In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Melissa Moschella discuss her book Ethics, Politics, and Natural Law: Principles for Human Flourishing. Together they explore the concept of natural law as a guide for human flourishing, the role of common sense morality, and the integral nature of flourishing that encompasses both individual and com…

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HPC 28. Ting Mien Lee on Mohism and Confucianism 29:55

7d ago29:55

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An interview on the contrasting views of Mohists and Confucians on ethical duties and warfare.By Peter Adamson, Jonardon Ganeri, Chike Jeffers

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Anne Scargill, Ronnie Appleton, Cecil Wright, Mario Vargas Llosa 27:52

8d ago27:52

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Matthew Bannister on Anne Scargill, who founded the Women Against Pit Closures group when her husband Arthur was leading the Miners Strike of the 1980s. The actor Maxine Peake pays tribute. Ronnie Appleton who was Chief Crown Prosecutor for Northern Ireland during the height of the troubles. Cecil Wright, the Jamaican born cricketer who made his ma…

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WED51 – Llama Karma Drama

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https://archive.org/download/wed-51-llama-karma-drama/WED51%20-%20Llama%20Karma%20Drama.mp3 Join Pete and Dave for another visit to the world of May 1985 with the then new and improved Eagle and Tiger issues 163 – 166. This time we have double trouble for Doomlord, skeletal surprises for Dan Dare, a new job for Max, and funny turn for the Golden Bo…

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WED51 – Llama Karma Drama

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https://archive.org/download/wed-51-llama-karma-drama/WED51%20-%20Llama%20Karma%20Drama.mp3 Join Pete and Dave for another visit to the world of May 1985 with the then new and improved Eagle and Tiger issues 163 – 166. This time we have double trouble for Doomlord, skeletal surprises for Dan Dare, a new job for Max, and funny turn for the Golden Bo…

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Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr. - Chief Executive Officer, American Psychological Association - Taking Psychology To The Next Level 1:03:22

10d ago1:03:22

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Send us a text Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr. is Chief Executive Officer of the American Psychological Association ( https://www.apa.org/about/apa/senior-staff/evans-bio ), the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. With more than 146,000 researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students …

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Forming Humanity: Redeeming the German Bildung Tradition with Dr. Jennifer Herdt 54:18

11d ago54:18

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In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Jennifer Herdt discuss her book 'Forming Humanity' and explore the concept of Bildung within the context of Christian ethics and modernity. The discussion highlights the interplay between human agency and divine influence, particularly in the works of thinkers like Herder. In this conversation, PJ an…

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World Wedding Photography Legend Sanjay Jogia 1:35:24

12d ago1:35:24

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Welcome to episode 23 of the Focused Professional Podcast. Join us for a deep conversation between host Joe Lenton and one of the world's elite wedding photographers, Sanjay Jogia from Eye Jogia Photography. Sanjay has been recognised as one of the top six wedding photographers in the world. He is a Master Photographer with The Society of Wedding &…

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Conjecture Co-Founder & ControlAI Advisor, Gabe Alfour | AI SAFETY SERIES #4 44:14

14d ago44:14

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WELCOME TO THE AI SAFETY SERIES, FEATURING FILMED INTERVIEWS WITH INDIVIDUALS WORKING IN THE AI SAFETY FIELD, ABOUT THEIR LIVES & WORK. In this episode, I speak to Gabe Alfour, a co-founder and the CTO of Conjecture, and an advisor to ControlAI. Conjecture is an AI Safety organisation, based in London. ControlAI is a non-profit organisation that wo…

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HoP 467 Written in Mathematics: Descartes’ Physics 27:32

13d ago27:32

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For Descartes body is purely geometrical. So how does he understand features we can perceive, like color, and causation between bodies?By Peter Adamson

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Dr. Peter Ordentlich, Ph.D. - CSO & Founder, Syndax Pharmaceuticals - Reimagining Cancer Treatment 53:17

15d ago53:17

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Send us a text Dr. Peter Ordentlich, Ph.D. is Chief Scientific Officer and Founder, Syndax Pharmaceuticals ( https://syndax.com/team/peter-ordentlich-ph-d/ ), a company with a mission to obtain regulatory approval and commercialize drugs that extend and improve the lives of cancer patients, by drawing on the newest scientific research and advances,…

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Lord Kalms, Melissa Llewallyn-Davies, Rex Cowan, Wilma Finla 27:57

15d ago27:57

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Matthew Bannister on Lord Kalms, who turned his family’s camera shop into the multi-million-pound Dixons electronics chain. Melissa Llewellyn-Davies, the anthropologist who made an acclaimed TV series about Kenya’s Masai tribe before turning her camera on the UK. Rex Cowan, the lawyer who changed career to become one of the world’s most successful …

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Prof. Dr. Islam Abou El-Magd, Ph.D. - President, National Authority for Remote Sensing & Space Sciences, Egypt - Remote Sensing & Space Sciences For Sustainable Development 1:00:28

16d ago1:00:28

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Send us a text Prof. Dr. Islam Abou El-Magd, Ph.D. is the President of the National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences, Egypt ( https://www.narss.sci.eg/professor/47 ), which focuses on applied research using earth observation and geo-informatics in environmental-related issues Prof. Abou El-Magd is also Counsellor for the Minister of …

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Professor Dr. Mark Kendall - CEO & Founder, WearOptimo - Next Generation Wearable Biometrics 1:01:50

18d ago1:01:50

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Send us a text Professor Dr. Mark Kendall (BE PhD FRSA FTSE FNAI) is CEO & Founder of WearOptimo ( https://wearoptimo.com/prof-mark-kendall/ ), a private Australian health-tech company developing the next generation of wearable technology, redefining how we approach hydration and biomarker monitoring. Professor Kendall is also Vice-Chancellor's Ent…

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Narrative Identity and the Ethics of Choosing Disability with Dr. Joseph Stramondo 55:46

18d ago55:46

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In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Joseph Stramondo discuss his work on the ethics of choosing disability, emphasizing the complexity of the topic and the importance of narrative identity. They also explore how societal structures and perceptions shape the experiences of individuals with disabilities, and the implications of these fac…

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Dr. Kilian Kelly, Ph.D. - CEO, Cynata Therapeutics - iPSC-Derived, Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapies 1:02:28

19d ago1:02:28

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Send us a text Dr. Kilian Kelly, Ph.D. is Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Cynata Therapeutics ( https://cynata.com/ ), a stem cell and regenerative medicine company that is known for its proprietary Cymerus platform, for the scalable and consistent production of mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-based therapies. Unlike traditional MSC th…

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HPC 27. Give Peace a Chance: the Mohists on War and Politics 19:13

21d ago19:13

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How the Mohist principle of “inclusive care” leads to political order and (mostly) forbids the fighting of wars.By Peter Adamson, Jonardon Ganeri, Chike Jeffers

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Dr. Blythe Adamson, PhD, MPH - Head of Outcomes Research & Evidence Generation, Flatiron Health - Bridging Health Economics & Oncology: EHR To Innovate & Reshape Cancer Research 59:31

22d ago59:31

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Send us a text Dr. Blythe Adamson, PhD, MPH ( https://www.blytheadamson.com/ ) is Head of Outcomes Research and Evidence Generation at Flatiron Health ( https://flatiron.com/ ), where her work has been focused on developing deep learning language models for extraction of clinical details from EHR documents, ultimately learning from the experience o…

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Dr. Martin Brenner, DVM, Ph.D. - CEO And CSO, iBio Inc. - Next Generation Cardiometabolic & Obesity Medicines 57:21

23d ago57:21

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Send us a text Dr. Martin Brenner, DVM, Ph.D. is Chief Executive Officer and Chief Scientific Officer of iBio ( https://ibioinc.com/team/martin-brenner-dvm-ph-d/ ), a biotech company developing the next generation of cardiometabolic and obesity medicines to promote higher quality weight loss and enhance overall metabolic health and function, as wel…

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Val Kilmer, Jane Reed, Sir Torquil Norman, Dr Marika Sherwood 27:51

22d ago27:51

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Matthew Bannister on The Hollywood actor Val Kilmer, best known for his roles in Top Gun, Batman Forever and The Doors. Jane Reed, the media executive who made Woman’s Own magazine a powerful voice for its readers at a time of changing roles for women in society. Sir Torquil Norman, who used the proceeds from the sale of his successful toy business…

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Dr. Ilke Demir, Ph.D. - Deep Fake Detection, Deterrence & Defense 1:03:31

24d ago1:03:31

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Send us a text Dr. Ilke Demir, Ph.D ( https://ilkedemir.weebly.com/ ) works at the intersection of computer vision and machine learning and her research focuses on generative models for digitizing the real world, deep fake detection and generation techniques, analysis and synthesis approaches in geospatial machine learning, and computational geomet…

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Dr. Jessica Sacher, Ph.D. - Co-Founder, Phage Directory / Staff Scientist, Stanford University School of Medicine - Unlocking The Potential Of Phage Therapy 1:11:25

26d ago1:11:25

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Send us a text Dr. Jessica Sacher, Ph.D. is Co-Founder of Phage Directory ( https://phage.directory/ ), a global network of phage researchers from more than 80 countries, where she directs its phage-sourcing and community-building efforts, including coordinating over 50 phage-finding efforts, where a network of more than 1,300 members of the global…

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Pan-Asianism and the Legacy of the Chinese Revolution with Dr. Viren Murthy 57:14

25d ago57:14

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In this episode of Chasing Leviathan, PJ and Dr. Viren Murthy discuss Pan-Asianism, exploring its historical roots, ideological implications, and the roles of various Asian nations, particularly China and India. He delves into the geographical, cultural, and ideological aspects of Pan-Asianism, critiques its historical interpretations, and examines…

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Dr. Sean Tucker, Ph.D. - Founder and Chief Scientific Officer, Vaxart Inc. - Oral Pill Vaccines For Global Health 49:04

26d ago49:04

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Send us a text Dr. Sean Tucker, Ph.D. is the Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Vaxart Inc. ( https://vaxart.com/ ), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a range of oral recombinant pill vaccines based on their innovative Vector-Adjuvant-Antigen Standardized Technology (VAAST) platform. Dr. Tucker previously served as Vice Preside…

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Streets Ahead with Ross Grieve 1:14:41

26d ago1:14:41

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In this episode Joe chats with Ross Grieve FSWPP. Ross is an ambassador for several brands including Lumix, Hobolite and Calibrite. He has an impressive track record in competitions, including 3 wins of the Welsh Portrait Photographer of the Year. From his early days back in New Zealand to his current home in Wales, Ross has had a passion for photo…

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HoP 466 Well Hidden: Descartes’ Life and Works 20:13

28d ago20:13

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How René Descartes’ understanding of his own intellectual project evolved across his lifetime.By Peter Adamson

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Oleg Gordievsky, Renee Goddard, Professor Richard Fortey, Sofia Gubaidulina 27:53

29d ago27:53

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Matthew Bannister on Oleg Gordievsky, the KGB agent who defected to Britain and became a valued source of secret intelligence during the 1970s and 80s. Renee Goddard, the actress and TV commissioner who fled Nazi persecution only to be interned in Britain. Professor Richard Fortey, the palaeontologist who used his expertise in trilobites to tell st…

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Dr. Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP - President, American Academy of Pediatrics - Optimal Health And Well-Being For All Children 1:06:57

1M ago1:06:57

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Send us a text Dr. Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP, is the President of the American Academy of Pediatrics ( https://www.aap.org/en/about-the-aap/aap-leadership/susan-kressly-md-faap/ ), an organization of 67,000 pediatricians committed to the optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young ad…

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Taylor Justice - Co-Founder & President, Unite Us - Integrated Social Care Solutions For Whole-Person Care 47:40

1M ago47:40

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Send us a text Taylor Justice is the Co-Founder & President of Unite Us ( https://uniteus.com/team/taylor-justice/ ), a technology company with a mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities by integrating all the social determinants of health. The Unite Us goal is to unlock the potential of every community by stra…

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Dr. Marianne Holm, MD, Ph.D. - VP, Infectious Diseases, Novo Nordisk Foundation - Decreasing The Burden And Threat Of Infectious Diseases 45:21

1M ago45:21

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Send us a text Dr. Marianne Holm, MD, Ph.D. is Vice President of the Infectious Diseases Program area, at the Novo Nordisk Foundation ( https://novonordiskfonden.dk/en/ ) where she is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of new strategic initiatives and research programs, and developing partnerships that contribute to the g…

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Dr. Laura Aguilar, MD, Ph.D. - Chief Medical Officer - Diakonos Oncology - Immunotherapy For Difficult-To-Treat Indications 1:00:12

1M ago1:00:12

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Send us a text Dr. Laura Aguilar, MD, Ph.D. is Chief Medical Officer at Diakonos Oncology ( https://www.diakonosoncology.com/ ), a clinical stage immuno-oncology company dedicated to revolutionizing cancer immunotherapy and focusing on difficult-to-treat indications, including glioblastoma. Dr. Aguilar, a physician-scientist and biotech entrepreneu…

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Host of 'Doom Debates' Podcast, Liron Shapira | AI SAFETY SERIES, Ep #3 44:02

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WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/0KmaotctziE WELCOME TO THE NEW AI SAFETY SERIES, FEATURING FILMED CONVERSATIONS WITH INDIVIDUALS WORKING IN THE AI SAFETY FIELD, ABOUT THEIR LIVES AND WORK. In this episode, I speak to Liron Shapira,host of the 'Doom Debates' Podcast. Doom Debates' Mission is to raise mainstream awareness of imminent extinction fr…

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HPC 26. Culture Wars: Mohist and Confucian Debates 18:38

1M ago18:38

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Disagreements between the Mohists and the Confucians: is seeking benefits the right way to approach life? What motivates us to act morally, care for our loved ones or a doctrine of impartiality?By Peter Adamson, Jonardon Ganeri, Chike Jeffers

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Group Captain John Allman ‘Paddy’ Hemingway DFC, Dame Julie Kenny, Tuppy Owens, Dick McTaggart 27:52

1M ago27:52

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Matthew Bannister on: Group Captain John Allman ‘Paddy’ Hemingway DFC , the last surviving pilot who fought in the Battle of Britain during the second world war. Dame Julie Kenny, the successful businesswoman from Rotherham who led the regeneration of one of Britain’s largest stately homes. Tuppy Owens, who campaigned for greater openness about sex…

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Dr. Chethan Sathya, MD, MSc, Director, Center for Gun Violence Prevention, Northwell Health & Rowena Patrick, SVP, Ad Council - Preventing Youth Gun Violence 44:57

1M ago44:57

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Send us a text Agree to Agree (https://agreetoagree.org/) is an Ad Council ( https://www.adcouncil.org/ ) initiative focused on finding common ground to reduce the impact of gun violence on children and teens across all communities in the U.S. This new campaign launched in early 2025 and is focused on reaching distinct audiences, including parents …

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Dr. Alycia Halladay, Ph.D. - Chief Science Officer, Autism Science Foundation - Evidence-Based Autism Research 58:47

1M ago58:47

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Send us a text Dr. Alycia Halladay, Ph.D. is Chief Science Officer of the Autism Science Foundation ( https://autismsciencefoundation.org/teams/dr-alycia-halladay/ ), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people with autism and their families by funding scientific research to understand the causes of autism and to develop better treatmen…

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