Science Friday Podcasts

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India Suffering Under A Deadly Second Wave Of COVID-19 12:10

7d ago12:10

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Yesterday, India reported nearly 380,000 new COVID-19 cases in just one day. And the number of deaths has reached nearly 4,000.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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Viking Metal, Possible Futures, Global Pollination. April 30, 2021, Part 2 46:49

7d ago46:49

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Uncovering Metal Crafts Of The Viking Age Vikings are often associated with scenes of boats and fiercely-pitched battles. But new research, published in the journal Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, shows they also had other, calmer skills. The paper details advances in the cast metalwork of objects, such as keys and ornamental brooches,…

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The Past And Future Of Plastics Tech. April 30, 2021, Part 1 47:23

7d ago47:23

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The Future Of Plastics Plastics do a lot of good. They’re sturdy, they’re clean, and the COVID-19 pandemic has really highlighted their benefits, with personal protective equipment like disposable gloves and masks. But its durability is also its biggest problem. We’ve all seen photos of piles of plastic trash washed up on beaches, and animals surro…

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Squashing Seaspiracy 1:12:47

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Fact Check: (because Madison is not perfect!) -Please note that Ali Tabrizi is actually a dual citizen of the US and UK (so Jared did not mis-hear that British Accent). -Also, the Marine Stewardship Council is faaaar from perfect. While we do support their efforts, please know that choosing their products does not guarantee the seafood you are cons…

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Biden Pushes for More Government Spending 25:00

7d ago25:00

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Issues in the News moderator Kim Lewis discusses with Dan Raviv, columnist for Newsday and Steve Redisch, VOA executive editor the highlights of President Joe Biden's first address to a joint session of Congress, the FBI raid of former President Donald Trump's personal lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, the latest on COVID-19 vaccines as infection rates and de…

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Ask An Expert: What The Heck Are Microplastics? 17:24

7d ago17:24

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We create them, we eat them, we breathe them in. But what effect do microplastics have on our bodies and our planet?Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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Uncovering Metal Crafts Of The Viking Age 11:50

7d ago11:50

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Archaeologists find that metalworkers in the 8th-century Viking trading port of Ribe made quick technological advances in brass production.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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An Illustrated Exploration Of Hypothetical Futures 17:19

7d ago17:19

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In a new illustrated guide, futurist Rose Eveleth dives into the slippery nature of predicting what might come next.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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The Global Pollinating Forces Behind Your Food 15:56

7d ago15:56

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When you eat foods grown in another country, you’re benefiting from pollinating insects and animals thousands of miles away.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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The Future Of Plastics 17:22

7d ago17:22

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How we make—and dispose of—plastics is one of our biggest environmental challenges. Here are some potential solutions.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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Episode 277: Using optical science to detect COVID-19 5:14

7d ago5:14

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University of Arizona scientist Judith Su is searching for a method to find the disease at the molecular level.

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Damn it ALAN, leave those grasshoppers alone! 53:02

11d ago53:02

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Link to article: https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsbl.2020.0808Af Jared Adelman, Madison Dix

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Chauvin Verdict Resonates Globally 25:00

14d ago25:00

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Issues in the News moderator Kim Lewis talks with Marketplace correspondent Kimberly Adams and VOA senior TV correspondent Chris Simkins about the significance of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin’s conviction of murder in the death of George Floyd, a verdict which resonated around the world. They also discussed the ramifications of U…

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World Leaders Gather Virtually For Climate Summit 12:14

14d ago12:14

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Forty world leaders attended to discuss how each country would commit to decreasing emissions.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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Offshore Wind Power Moves Forward In Massachusetts 4:41

14d ago4:41

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Massachusetts’ Vineyard Wind offshore wind farm has been in the planning stage for years. Now, the project may finally be going forward.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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The Dazzling Rufous Hummingbird, Threatened By Climate Change 16:36

14d ago16:36

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The population of one of the most common hummingbird species in the U.S. is plummeting. Climate change may be the culprit.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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Proposed Legislation Threatens Trans Rights Nationwide 12:04

14d ago12:04

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From participation in sports to accessing medical care, over 30 state legislatures are weighing anti-trans proposals.Af Daniel Peterschmidt

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Gender-Affirming Health Care, Defining ‘Life’. April 23, 2021, Part 2 47:17

14d ago47:17

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Proposed Legislation Threatens Trans Rights Nationwide Since the start of the 2021 legislative session, members of more than 30 state legislatures have proposed over 100 bills that would limit transgender children’s ability to play sports, or access gender-affirming medical care such as puberty blocking medications. One such proposal, restricting a…

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Climate Summit, Offshore Wind, Hummingbirds. April 23, 2021, Part 1 47:32

14d ago47:32

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World Leaders Gather Virtually For Climate Summit Forty world leaders attended an international summit on climate change to discuss how each country would commit to decreasing emissions. Sophie Bushwick from Scientific American fills us in on the commitments stated during the meeting. Plus, she talks about China launching its space station and how …

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Episode 276: Exploring the connection between climate and human society 5:14

14d ago5:14

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University of Arizona geography development professor Kevin Anchukaitis discusses how societies have historically responded to climate change

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Science Friday Minisode #1: The musical language of spider webs! 15:33

15d ago15:33

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In collaboration with Science in Pictures! scienceinpictures.com Link to lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWM7Xgbh2Ps&list=PLLG7h7fPoH8KNYDUd6icIvRwl0OBg79RN&index=10Af Jared Adelman, Madison Dix

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US Troops to Withdraw from Afghanistan 25:00

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Issues in the News moderator Kim Lewis talks with VOA diplomatic correspondent Cindy Saine and VOA executive editor Steve Redisch about the pros and cons of U. S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, concern over the build-up of Russian troops on the Ukrainian border, challenges facing President Biden’s infrastructure plan, continued tension in Minne…

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History Of Conservation, Right Whales Decline. April 16, 2021, Part 1 47:24

21d ago47:24

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Conserving More Than Just the Planet’s ‘Beloved Beasts’ Historically, “conservation” simply meant not overhunting a game animal, preserving sufficient populations to continue to hunt the following year. Over time, however, conservationists have learned to broaden their focus from individual animals to entire ecosystems, protecting not just species,…

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Understanding Caribbean Volcano Eruption, Billions Of T-Rexes, Pterosaur Necks, Lost Feasts. April 16, 2021, Part 2 47:09

21d ago47:09

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Understanding St. Vincent’s Volcanic Eruption Since April 9th, the Caribbean island of St. Vincent has been rocked by eruptions at the La Soufrière volcano. Over the last week, plumes of ash and gas have rained down on the island, and dense masses of debris, called pyroclastic flows, are destroying everything in their path. Tens of thousands of res…

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Episode 275: Understanding the water beneath our feet 5:14

21d ago5:14

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University of Arizona water researcher Laura Condon discusses groundwater and the role it is forecast to play in our future.

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Getting Learnt: Featuring fat tailed lemurs 48:28

22d ago48:28

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Link to article Phys.org Eurekalert.comAf Jared Adelman, Madison Dix

Science Diction

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Orphans Delivered The World's First Vaccine 14:22

24d ago14:22

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When the first COVID-19 vaccines were approved for emergency use last December, it felt like - at last! - our nightmare was nearly over. Then came reports of botched distribution efforts, from broken websites to factory mix-ups. Scientists created the vaccine in record time, but it was beginning to look like that might’ve been the easy part. But if…

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US/Iran Talks 25:00

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Issues in the News moderator Kim Lewis talks with VOA diplomatic correspondent Cindy Saine and VOA executive editor Steve Redisch about what's at stake in talks between the U.S. and Iran, what prosecutors must prove in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin charged in the death of George Floyd, prospects for passing US Preside…

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Piano AI, Giraffes, Alzheimer’s, Mime Psychology. April 9, 2021, Part 2 47:23

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New AI Composes Songs From Silent Performance Videos There have been many awkward attempts in the quest to train algorithms to do what humans can. Music is a prime example. It turns out that the process of turning the individual notes of a composed piece into a fully expressive performance—complete with changes in loudness and mood—is not easy to a…

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Future For Long COVID Patients, Getting COVID Info To Sihk Truckers. April 9, 2021, Part 1 47:20

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What Does The Future Look Like For COVID-19 Long-Haulers? There’s something strange happening with some people who’ve gotten sick with COVID-19: Somewhere between 10 and 30% of people who are infected are stuck with long-lasting effects and complications. People dealing with long-term symptoms after a coronavirus infection are known as COVID long-h…

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Episode 274: Updating the status for water from the Colorado River 5:14

28d ago5:14

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University of Arizona geosciences professor Connie Woodhouse discusses the impact of a warming climate on the Colorado River.

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Water miracles and a really good stalagmite 1:11:06

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Link to article Eurekalert Article: https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-03/mpif-ipa032921.php Cult of Saints in Late Antiquity Database: http://csla.history.ox.ac.uk/ Max Planck Institute: https://www.mpg.de/short-portrait Scihub bitcoin donation link: 12PCbUDS4ho7vgSccmixKTHmq9qL2mdSnsAf Jared Adelman, Madison Dix

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The Flourishing Center

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85. IMPROV AND POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY with Nancy Watt- Practitioner Profile 32:56

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EPISODE 85: IMPROV AND POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY- Nancy Watt-Practitioner Profile Practitioner Profiler (PP)- Welcome to our Positive Psychology Practitioner Profiler, where we highlight ordinary people doing extraordinary things! Each practitioner is one of our graduates of the Certificate in Positive Psychology Program. Please find out the exciting way…

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Chauvin Trial Elicits Emotional Testimony 25:00

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Issues in the News moderator Kim Lewis talks with senior reporter for Marketplace Nancy Marshall-Genzer and VOA senior TV correspondent Chris Simkins about the significance of the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin charged in the death of George Floyd, U.S. President Joe Biden's revealed infrastructure plan, the economic ramif…

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Pollination, Beekeeping How-To, Sunflower Project. April 2, 2021, Part 2 46:31

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The Buzz Over Non-Bee Pollinators When you think of pollinators, bees are probably the first insect that comes to mind. But there are actually all sorts of insects and animals that contribute to pollination, like moths, beetles and many kinds of flies—from hoverflies to gnats. Pollination biologist Robert Raguso joins SciFri to explain how differen…

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Unexpected Physics, Controlling Cow Methane, Spring Break. April 2, 2021, Part 1 46:19

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Signs The Standard Model Of Physics May Be Incomplete The pandemic has slowed many projects around the world, but scientists and engineers are nearing completion of a long-planned upgrade and maintenance period at CERN’s massive Large Hadron Collider project in Switzerland. The collider is currently cooling down and testing components, and aiming t…

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The Lion's Mane Podcast

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47. Foot Stuff w/ Conor Harris 46:27

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This is a foot-friendly podcast!!! For most of us, our feet play major roles in how we play our sport. So... how do we treat them like they are important? Luckily, Conor Harris is here to save the day (again) and share his expert movement science knowledge about the function of the feet, tips for training them, picking the right shoes, common issue…

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The Flourishing Center

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84. STRENGTH SPOTTING AND ACTS OF KINDNESS: Flourishing Friday 12:59

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EPISODE 84 STRENGTH SPOTTING AND ACTS OF KINDNESS: Flourishing Friday Flourishing Friday (FF)-Welcome to Flourishing Fridays (FF), where every Friday we bring you a Positive Psychology-based life hack that will help you flourish. In these episodes, we look at the real-life application of Positive Psychology while giving you tips and strategies to p…

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Episode 273: How the oceans play a part in Earth’s changing climate 5:14

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University of Arizona geosciences professor Diane Thompson is using this information in her research on coral reef ecosystems at Biosphere 2.