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Economist and author Thomas Sowell makes his long-awaited (and oft requested) return to Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson to unveil his newest project: a website titled Facts Against Rhetoric, a powerful resource dedicated to empirical thinking and intellectual clarity. In this interview, Sowell explores some of the most urgent issues in American life—from the collapse of educational standards to the unintended consequences of affirmative action, the impact of tariffs, and the erosion of family and cultural structures within Black communities. Drawing on a lifetime of scholarship and ...

Send us a textWhat is a climate tipping point, what happens when we hit them and why should you care? In this episode, we dig into the science and stakes of passing critical thresholds in Earth’s systems. Plus, a metaphor you won’t forget: the “log stack moment.”

'If you're not changing the numbers, you're not changing the world.' So says this week's guest, Katie Patrick. Katie Patrick is a Silicon Valley based environmental engineer, climate action designer, and author of How to Save the World: How to Make Changing the World the Greatest Game We've Ever Played, now taught in Harvard University’s graduate program and top recommended reading material by UNEP.Katie specializes in designing innovative apps, dashboards, and campaigns that drive environmental action by leveraging insights from behavioural science and game design. Her work combines ...

Recorded on April 13, 2025, near Sardis Lake, this is the sound of the morning woods during the early days of warbler migration season. The mixed forest is alive with warbler song, from the Black-and-white, Kentucky, Hooded and Yellow-rumped Warblers to the star of the morning—the Cerulean Warbler—whose distinctive tune of three buzzy notes, four quick warbles and a high-pitched trill is a rare and welcome sound amid its ongoing population decline due to habitat loss. Listeners will hear the gusting winds rustling the tops of the towering white oaks (a particular favorite of the Cerulean) ...

This week, we slip into something a little fuzzier and explore the wild, weird, and wonderfully misunderstood world of Furries. From full-body fur suits to deep emotional connections with anthropomorphic personas, we’re diving headfirst into the Furry Fandom—where fantasy, identity, and community collide. We’re also pulling back the curtain on viral rumors like litter boxes in schools, plus brushing up against some of the internet’s most bizarre subcultures. Buckle up—this one's a tail-wagger.This episode is sponsored by EARNIN.What would you do if you got paid today? EARNIN gives ...

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Julie K. Heimbach, M.D. In 2024, over 48,000 organ transplants were performed in the U.S., representing an increase over the number performed the year before. There was also an increase in the number of transplants performed internationally, offering hope to patients worldwide with organ failure. Significant advancements have been made in the field of organ transplantation, and this is responsible for the success of the organ transplantation program. What are some of the major milestones that have taken place since the initial organ transplant? How has ...

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Melanie Cree—physician-scientist, pediatric endocrinologist, and one of the leading researchers redefining how we understand and treat Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS affects millions of women, yet it's still underdiagnosed, misunderstood, and often mistreated. Dr. Cree cuts through the confusion, offering a deeply scientific yet compassionate look at what’s really driving this complex condition—from insulin resistance and mitochondrial dysfunction to skeletal muscle quality and fertility trajectories across a woman’s lifespan.We cover:Why ...

Congressman Eric Burlison rejoins the show with Stephen Diener to discuss the newest member of his transparency team, David Grusch, and how the famous whistleblower is helping open up new doors in their investigations into the UFO phenomenon. Plus, new details on future hearings, SCIF's, and getting into the "biologics" room. All of this and much more during this exclusive one on one...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grace Shao is a Hong Kong-based writer and analyst, and author of AI Proem on Substack newsletter. She joins Big Technology Podcast to discuss China's rise in artificial intelligence, and whether (and how) it can be a global player. Tune in to hear how China's AI startups are rapidly productizing cutting-edge tech, why it keeps developing open-source models, and why it's surging in robotics. We also cover AI agents like Manus, chip shortages, and the entrepreneurial resurgence transforming Chinese tech culture. Hit play for an essential conversation on China’s AI ambitions and their global ...

In this podcast we address a commonly asked question which is how do we reconcile living a life of ease and flow, with the concept that in order to really grow and reveal Light we have to be pushing ourselves out of our comfort zone all the time?In truth, they are not antithetical and there is a way to do both. It is only a conditioning that misinterprets these concepts in their lowest consciousness forms in which case they are mutually exclusive. But seen from the highest vantage point they actually converge and are one and the same. Let’s talk about it.Download the 'Align: The Human Design...

Kaveh is joined by science communicators, Dr. Arghavan Salles, Dr. Taylor Nichols, Edward Niremberg and Kieran Hervold to discuss the latest news in science and medicine and what is bothering them the most!Check out Arghavan's Blog on Wired to revisit the realities of Covid: https://www.wired.com/video/watch/diary-of-a-covid-19-doctor-14-days-on-the-frontlinesCheck out Taylor's podcast to learn more about Harm Reduction:https://www.recoveryreform.com/Check out Ed's Blog:https://www.deplatformdisease.com/Rate and review us iTunes!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/...

Curso "Investigar con IA: pensar mejor, llegar más lejos"Aprende a pensar mejor, decidir con más datos, y convertir la inteligencia artificial en tu aliada diaria para investigar, escribir o simplemente entender el mundo con más claridad¿Quieres escribir mejor, investigar más rápido y tomar decisiones con más claridad usando inteligencia artificial?Este curso gratuito te enseña a aplicar herramientas de IA en distintas fases de cualquier proceso de investigación: desde la redacción de artículos, informes o tesis, hasta la preparación de propuestas, el análisis de información o la...

Today marks the 10th anniversary of my blog, Cosmic Christ, and I find myself filled with gratitude as I reflect on this journey of exploration, discovery, and spiritual growth. What began as a humble attempt to articulate my evolving understanding of spirituality has blossomed into a decade-long conversation about the profound intersection of Christianity, the Ra Contact, and the perennial wisdom traditions that connect them. Today marks the 10th anniversary of my blog, Cosmic Christ, and I find myself filled with gratitude as I reflect on this journey of exploration, discovery, and spiritual...

"Strength is not just in the body—it is in the will to keep going, to fight beyond exhaustion, and to rise even when victory seems distant." Carl Schuhmann What does it take to be a champion in not just one, but multiple sports? Carl Schuhmann, one of the greatest athletes of the first modern Olympics, proved that true greatness lies in versatility, resilience, and an unbreakable will. In this episode, we dive into the life of the German gymnast-wrestler who dominated the 1896 Games, setting a standard for generations of athletes. How did he push the limits of human endurance? What lessons ...

A creepy-cool fungus turns spiders into zombies—then eats them! Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle unpack how this eerie phenomenon may help us fight antibiotic resistance. Nature gets weird, but maybe even helpful. The post Zombie Spiders, Killer Fungi, and the Secret to New Antibiotics? appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Good afternoon, listeners. Today is Saturday, April 19, 2025, and you’re tuned in to the Bird Flu Bulletin: Daily H5N1 Update. In today’s update, we bring you the latest developments on the avian influenza front, as the global community continues to confront the challenges posed by this virus.In our top stories today, we have three major developments. First, a new outbreak has been confirmed in southern China, bringing the total number of affected provinces in the country to seven. Local authorities are intensifying containment measures, including temporary bans on live bird markets and ...

In this episode, we explore how human cultures evolve, clash, and merge over time. Societies thrive on shared myths, but history shows us that contradictions are everywhere—medieval knights upheld Christianity and chivalry, despite their conflicting values, just as modern nations balance personal freedoms with collective responsibilities. From ancient civilizations to today's globalized world, cultures have never been static—they shift, borrow, and adapt. Join us as we unravel how history’s arrow moves toward unity, shaping the way we live today.

La tensión de Hubble es el nombre que se da a la discrepancia que existe entre la medición de la aceleración de la expansión del universo en sus primeras etapas y en el presente. Algo que está muy relacionado con la energía oscura y que ha estado de actualidad en los últimos meses. Es posible, incluso, que la energía oscura no sea constante, cómo se cree (y establece) en el Modelo Estándar. Así que, ¿qué consecuencias podría tener y cómo se intenta resolver? Música: Epidemic Sound Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Hello listeners and welcome to today's podcast, Bird Flu Explained: H5N1 Risks & Prevention. We're diving into the essential details about the H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu, a type of influenza virus that primarily infects birds but poses risks to humans. Bird flu is often transmitted through direct contact with infected birds, their droppings, or secretions from their eyes or respiratory tract. People working with or around birds, particularly in live poultry markets, are at a higher risk. So, avoiding these environments or wearing protective gear is crucial to minimizing ...