Science – New podcasts
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Journalist Andrew Gold talks to everyone from cult defectors and politicians to mainstream celebrities - people who’ve challenged the expected script and lived with the consequences.
Formerly known as Heretics, guests include Robbie Williams, Chris Packham, Chris Williamson, David Baddiel, Richard Dawkins, Bonnie Blue, and former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss. -
Deep conversations with extraordinary minds on the choices, crises, and transformations behind who they've become.
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Who do we have to become, in order to preserve the chance of a wild and beautiful world that includes humans?
Join me as I try to understand this, in conversation with some of the most thoughtful and visionary people I know, all of whom have spent decades, in myriad ways, working to save what's precious. Guests include Bill McKibben, Naomi Klein, Jeremy Lent, Craig Santos Perez, Sonia Shah, David Abram, Kathleen Dean Moore, Jerome Foster II, Lhadon Tethong and Tenzin Dorjee, Lise Van Susteren, and more.
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Welcome to A Wild and Beautiful World.
My name is Emily Johnston, and I'm a writer and climate activist in search of ways to think about this moment that might help us seize its best possibilities, rather than its worst.
Though it's hard to integrate with our distracted daily lives, many of us know that we're living amidst a terrible biodiversity crisis, and at the beginning of a long climate catastrophe. What has to change, and how might we have to change, if we want to preserve the chance of a wild and beautiful world that includes us?
There's a lot of critical day-to-day of work, of course: ending fossil fuel use, preserving and restoring forests and grasslands, and much more. But there are also existential questions about how we as a species can avoid making the same mistakes: seeking dominance rather than mutual thriving, and addictively chasing short-term benefits rather than longer-term well-being.
So how can we move forward in a way that leaves open the possibility not just of survival, but of a more expansive and inspiring future? How do we take heart from that possibility on days when grim realities threaten to overwhelm us? What can anchor us, and bring us joy?
I'm going to open the series with a quote from Wendell Berry. He says:
"We don't have a right to ask whether we're going to succeed or not – the only question we have a right to ask is: What's the right thing to do? What does this Earth require of us if we want to continue to live on it?"
Thanks for joining us as we explore this question.
If you enjoy these conversations, please make sure to subscribe, and leave a review if you can! I'm committed to making this free and ad-free, but will happily accept donations; if you can easily support it, please do, at glow.fm/awabw.
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Many thanks to Hank Lentfer for the use of his gorgeous sounds--more about him can be found at hanklentfer.net -
It all comes down to health โ your pigs, your people and your operation. Health challenges arenโt going away, but Swine Health Hotline will answer your health questions so you can make the best decisions for your barns. Hosted by ag journalist Kasey Brown, this podcast will arm you with valuable insights on swine disease mitigation, cutting-edge research, safety protocols, success stories, and more.
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Visible creation showing the invisible God. A scientist discuses evidence that God exists and its implications for the Christian faith.
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This podcast is about wheither we should or shouldnt bring back extinct animals. yes and no. Yes because the term "species does not just conclued animals, but plants! The reason why we should bring back extinct plants is becuase they can help with the biggest problem we are facing on earth right now, global warming. According to livescience.com In warmer temperatures, it was revealed, plants emit more of the gases that stick to aerosol particles. These can lead to cloud formation and, as a result of cloud cover, cooler temperatures. Other natural phenomenon may help to cool the planet!
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Extreme heat is no longer a distant future threat - it’s reshaping our world right now. In this special episode, Emerging interdisciplinary perspectives on extreme heat, we bring together leading experts from across disciplines to explore how rising temperatures are transforming our health, our work, our ecosystems, and our collective wellbeing.
Join Director of Copenhagen Center for Disaster Research, Emmanuel Raju, as he guides a dynamic conversation with an exceptional panel: Francesca de’Donato (Climatologist/Epidemiologist), Shouro Dasgupta (Environmental Economist), John Rand (Global Development Researcher), and Maryam Nastar (Sustainability Scientist).
Together, they unpack the latest scientific insights, on-the-ground experiences, and policy innovations shaping how societies understand and respond to extreme heat. From the global rise of Heat Health Warning Systems, to the hidden impacts of prenatal heat exposure, to lessons from India’s pioneering heat action plans, to the implications for labour forces and biodiversity – this episode delivers a rich, multidimensional exploration of one of the defining challenges of our time.
Whether you’re a researcher, policymaker, practitioner, or simply curious about how extreme heat is altering life on Earth, this conversation offers new perspectives, critical questions, and a deeper understanding of where we go from here. Tune in – and discover why addressing extreme heat demands nothing less than an interdisciplinary approach. -
The Briny is a podcast about how we're changing the sea, and how the sea changes us. Each episode is a sound-rich deep dive into the stories that anchor us to the ocean. Produced by Matt Frassica.
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In our search for the Paranormal, we travel across the country and investigate the Haunted locations that make you go Hmmm.... Not only do we go there, we want to bring you with us!
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Medical Stories is an Emmy-winning docuseries following everyday individuals battling life-threatening conditions. It also features in-depth commentary from renowned medical experts and researchers.
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Alexander the Great was one of the most successful military commanders in history, and was undefeated in battle. By the time of his death, he had conquered most of the world known to the ancient Greeks.Alexander the Great is one of many biographies aimed at young people written by Jacob Abbott and his brother. The biographies are written in such a way that makes them appealing and easily accessible to everyone. - Written by Wikipedia and Lizzie Driver
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Join Vaibhav Chowdhary, Director at the Ashoka Centre for a People-Centric Energy Transition (ACPET), as he hosts 'The Energy Transition Dialogues' โ a groundbreaking podcast series featuring in-depth conversations with global leaders in clean energy, including policymakers, legal experts, and scientists.
Join us as we delve into Indiaโs journey towards Net Zero, energy security, and the broader implications of clean energy transitions worldwide. -
In this podcast, you learn about how Earth is being affected by humans and what people should start doing.
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Stories from India’s forests- tigers, myths and mysteries hidden deep in the wild
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Ocean Lovers is a podcast for ocean lovers, by ocean lovers.
Hosted by Jess from Clear Tides๏ฟผ, this podcast is all about the people, stories, and experiences that pull us toward the ocean. From marine scientists and sailors to surfers, spearos, freedivers, fishermen, and everyday ocean lovers — these are real conversations about life connected to the sea.
Expect stories from the water, ocean chats, science, adventure, conservation, and the kind of conversations that make you fall even more in love with the ocean.
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The Midwest Birding Podcast brings together passionate individuals in the birding hobby. From experts in the field, dedicated hobbyists, or brand new people with that spark of something new. We will be talking all things birds. Whether it's conservation, bird behavior, what's going on in the news, or dedicating our time to deep diving a specific bird. If you are looking for real conversations with interesting people, this podcast is for you!
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Written by a forester, this book aims to educate people on the importance of maintaining forests and those events which pose a danger to forests. It looks at forests from multiple points of view, the public, lumbermen, and the farmer. Given the author's association with the forestry department in the Pacific Northwest, the book focuses primarily on that region; however, the information provided is universal with regards to forestry. - Summary by KHand
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Meteorologist Emily Gracey sits down each week with leading scientists, researchers, and experts in weather, climate, earth science, and beyond. Every episode goes deeper than the science itself, uncovering the human stories behind the work and making complex ideas feel relevant, relatable, and real. From hurricanes and severe storms to earthquakes and emerging research, Atmosphere turns complicated ideas into conversations everyone can connect with.
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Brought to you by Loam, 'The Dirt' takes a closer look at how new technologies (particularly CarbonBuilder), science, and land management strategies can increase soil organic carbon (SOC) and turn your dirt into healthier agricultural soils.
Dan Reid from the Loam talks to farmers as well as experts from Loam and the agriculture industry about the basics of increasing carbon build, integrating new technologies on-farm, and participating in SecondCrop soil carbon projects in Australia. - Show more
