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In 2011, Japan was hit by the worst earthquake in the country’s history. Enormous tremors caused devastation all throughout Japan, and the tsunami that followed wreaked further havoc. But the damage didn’t end there. 200 km north of Tokyo, the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant was in danger. It had been so severely damaged that there were fears of a full-scale, global, nuclear melt-down….
But how close did the world really come to nuclear disaster? Whose brave actions ensured even greater devastation was avoided? And have the lessons of Fukushima been learned?
This is a Short History Of the Fukushima Nuclear Disaster.
Written by Danny Marshall. With thanks to Dr Edwin Lyman, Director of Nuclear Power Safety at the Union of Concerned Scientists.
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Short History Of... is taking a short break over the Christmas period. New episodes will continue from the 29th of December. Until then, we hope you enjoy this repeat episode! Happy Christmas from the Short History Of... team.
Standing over 29,000ft above sea level, the peak of Everest is the highest
point on the planet. To the sherpa people of the Himalayas it is sacred,
and to foreign adventurers, it is the holy grail of climbing. But what
did it take to reach the summit? Was it expertise and endurance - or
simply better equipment? What was sacrificed to plant a flag on top of
the world?
This is a Short History Of... the Conquest of Everest.
Written by Jo Furniss. With thanks to Mick Conefrey, documentary maker and author of Everest, 1922.
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A Short History of Ancient Rome - the debut book from the Noiser Network is out now! Discover the epic rise and fall of Rome like never before. Pick up your copy now at your local bookstore or visit noiser.com/books to learn more.
Oscar Wilde is remembered as one of the greatest Victorian writers, with diverse works including comedies, morality tales for children, biblical dramas and even a gothic novel. Wilde was also the originator of any number of witty quotes that can still be found adorning everything from posters, to mugs, to t-shirts. Alongside his literary renown, Wilde is revered as a martyr for LGBTQ+ rights.
How did a young man from Dublin become such a famous author in England and beyond? What inspired Wilde's plays and poems? And how did he fall foul of Victorian moral sensibilities – and yet still come to enjoy the legacy he does today?
This is a Short History Of Oscar Wilde.
A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. With thanks to Sos Eltis, Professor of English and Theatre Studies at Oxford University, and a fellow at Brasenose College.
Written by Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow | Produced by Kate Simants | Assistant Producer: Nicole Edmunds | Production Assistant: Chris McDonald | Exec produced by Katrina Hughes | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by Oliver Sanders | Assembly edit by Anisha Deva | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cody Reynolds-Shaw | Fact check: Sean Coleman
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Through his voyages in the eighteenth century, Captain Cook’s work as an explorer contributed to startling advances in scientific knowledge, and mapped swathes of unplotted territory in both hemispheres.
To many, he was regarded as one of the greatest explorers in human history, while for others, his achievements were overshadowed by the violence and oppression that accompanied his voyages.
So, how did a farm-worker’s son rise to become one of the most celebrated explorers in history? Why did his voyages become so legendary? And at what price - to Cook personally, and those whose lands he charted?
This is a Short History Of Captain Cook.
A Noiser Production. Written by Dan Smith. With thanks to Katherine Gazzard, Curator of Art at Royal Museums Greenwich.
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As a very special holiday treat, we are sharing a story from one of our favorite podcasts, Heavyweight.
Gregor's parents are pushing 90. Gregor wants to move them out of their big Victorian home. But they refuse. So, he's come up with a bold plan.
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What does it take to lead in the age of AI?
From scaling innovation to shaping ethical frameworks, today’s AI leaders are redefining how organisations adapt to transformative technology. How do you build the skills and mindset to thrive in a world where learning never stops? And what does responsible innovation really look like?
Join Dr Zara Nanu MBE, CEO and co-founder of GapSquare, and Ranil Boteju, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Lloyds Banking Group. Hear their insights on becoming an AI leader, why continuous learning matters, and how AI is unlocking creativity while reshaping the future of work.
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A recent Deloitte report showed that microchips could be on course to become a TRILLION dollar industry by 2030. But what are the technologies that will unlock this growth - and power the future of businesses?
Discussing AI, Moore's Law, Neuromorphic computing and more are this week's guests Paul Williamson, a Senior Vice President at compute platform company Arm, and Admir Dedic, Head of Emerging Tech and Innovation at Lloyds Banking Group.
Join us for a coffee as our guests share the challenges and opportunities the industry faces, how a culture of innovation is essential, and why a furniture maker is Paul's dream transformation hire...
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Mayo man, Colin Sheridan lived in Beirut. He and his neighbours had no idea that nearby tonnes of volatile chemicals were stored. Experts had warned that they could explode at any time. On August 4, 2020, they were proved right. (2021)
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What if AI isn’t just a tool - but the greatest threat to human connection we’ve ever faced?
Simon Sinek is a world-renowned entrepreneur, optimism expert, and founder of The Optimism Company, a platform which teaches human skills to leaders and organisations. He is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Start With Why’ and ‘Leaders Eat Last’.
He explains:
Why modern politics is killing your sense of purpose.
Why we’ve forgotten how to be a good friend.
How AI will create a generation of helpless humans.
The number one secret skill AI can’t learn.
How human skills like empathy are vanishing.
00:00 Intro
02:35 Biggest Forces of Change in Society
06:05 Is AI Cause for Concern?
12:55 Authenticity in the Age of AI
18:38 Skills Needed in the Evolving World of AI
20:08 Is Universal Basic Income a Solution to AI-Driven Job Loss?
20:58 UBI’s Impact on Meaning and Purpose
24:34 The Uncertain Future of AI
25:48 The Race for AI Dominance
28:25 AI’s Long-Term Impact on People’s Lives
32:32 Preparing Young People for the Future of AI
35:27 Importance of Gratitude in a World of Unlimited Possibilities
45:35 Importance of Relationships
48:03 Importance of Failure
49:07 Learning Through Experience and Resourcefulness
53:52 Why Struggle Is a Good Thing
55:45 People Buy the Story, Not the Product
59:37 Scale Breaks Things
1:02:37 Ads
1:03:41 Self-Love as a Key to Successful Relationships
1:05:31 Why Wrong Is Easier
1:09:15 Friction Creates Freedom
1:11:18 Building Community in the Age of AI
1:13:45 What Holds a Community Together?
1:16:57 Staying True to Your Values
1:20:46 Does Lack of Meaning and Purpose Lead to Loneliness?
1:22:21 Loneliness by Gender
1:23:06 Mental Health and Likelihood of Loneliness
1:25:15 How to Find Companionship When Lonely
1:30:37 Curiosity as a Key to Building Connection
1:32:28 Importance of Staying in Touch With Your Emotions
1:36:19 Drop in Automation-Related Job Postings
1:38:06 AI as an Opportunity to Discover New Hobbies and Skills
1:42:24 What Simon Is Struggling With Right Now
1:46:27 Choosing the Right Person to Fight With
1:48:33 Self-Reliance as a Career Foundation
1:53:26 Why Simon Wrote a Book About Friendship
1:56:20 How to Know if Someone Is a Friend
1:57:40 Following Up With People You Connect With
2:01:17 Mentoring Someone Behind You
2:03:08 The Challenge Coins
2:13:16 What Simon Misses About Being in a Relationship
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What if everything you thought you knew about investing is about to change forever? Cathie Wood reveals the best investments to make in 2025 to get rich fast.
Cathie Wood is one of the world’s most influential investors, and the founder and CEO of ARK Invest. She oversees nearly $30 billion in assets under management and is renowned for her bold predictions and investment strategies in technology-driven industries.
She explains:
How there’s only 5 years until everything changes, and what you must do to prepare.
Why she’s betting on Bitcoin hitting $1.5 million by 2030.
The simple strategy that will skyrocket your passive income.
How Tesla’s autonomous taxis and humanoid robots will reshape entire industries.
The number one company that could make you financially free in 5 years.
The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research or speak to a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
00:00 Intro
02:28 Investing in the Most Disruptive Industries
05:45 Big Companies Will Crash If They Don’t Adapt Quickly
06:21 Where to Invest to Be Rich in the Next 10 Years
09:04 The Biggest Employer in the World
10:12 Flying Cars and EV Tools Will Shape the Future
11:00 Investing in AI Companies in the Health Care Industry
12:59 Why Tesla Will 10x in the Next 5 Years
15:25 Your Autonomous Car Will Make You Money
18:42 How Humanoid Robots Will Free Our Time
21:41 No Code Will Be Written by Humans
25:37 The Companies That Will Make Money in the AI Era
30:06 Will Unemployment Be Higher in 5 Years?
37:21 Meeting Elon Musk
40:49 Investing in Bitcoin at the Very Start
43:49 How Much of Your Portfolio Is Bitcoin?
46:17 Bitcoin Mining
50:46 Why Invest in Coinbase
55:08 Top 10 Public Investments People Should Consider
58:02 Ads
59:47 Where Would You Invest $1,000?
01:01:59 Investing in Other Cryptocurrencies Apart From Bitcoin
01:03:29 How to Invest in Stablecoins
01:03:59 The Mentality of a Good Investor
01:07:05 Trump’s Tariffs
01:11:50 What Keeps You Up at Night in the Current Situation
01:16:59 How to Hire in the Era of AI
01:25:40 Advice to Young People
01:30:32 Gratitude Letter From Cathie’s Mentor
01:37:02 If Elon Dies, Will It Impact the Progress of Human Evolution?
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