Best Brenda Walker Podcasts (2025)

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When Research Ends Abruptly: Preparing for Study Terminations With Brandon Brown, MPH, PhD 36:33

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore the unprecedented wave of federally funded research terminations affecting tens of thousands of study participants. Brandon Brown, MPH, PhD, is a Professor of Medicine at UC Riverside School of Medicine’s Department of Social Medicine, Population and Public Health and a H…

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Killer Crimes - The Mona Lisa Heist 40:12

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In 1911, a handyman hid in a Louvre closet overnight, then simply walked out the next morning with the Mona Lisa under his apron—pulling off the most famous art theft in history. Before this audacious crime, Leonardo's masterpiece was just another Renaissance painting; it returned as the world's most iconic artwork. Listen to the first three season…

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Building Trust Through Innovation With Lisa Chuba, Alison Pohl, and Leah Huff 33:55

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we celebrate PRIMR25 Award recipients Lisa Chuba and Alison Pohl from UConn Health, along with the first-ever Outstanding Student Poster Award recipient, Leah Huff, from the University of Virginia. Chuba and Pohl discuss transforming their IACUC's relationship with researchers from …

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Trust, Translation, and the Future of Federal Research With Josh Fessel, MD, PhD 53:44

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we speak with Dr. Josh Fessel about trust in science, translational medicine, and the challenges facing federal research. Dr. Fessel is a physician scientist who most recently served as chief medical officer and director of the Office of Translational Medicine in the National Center…

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Killer Crimes - Murder by Pilot 38:59

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As horrifying as the crash of Air India flight 171 was, investigators soon shocked the world again. They said the plane was likely intentionally crashed by a suicidal pilot, killing 260 people. How could this be? How could a pilot entrusted with hundreds of lives have evaded mental health screening meant to prevent such tragedies? In Episode 11 we …

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Killer Crimes - George Leslie 46:36

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In the late 1860s, George Leslie walked among New York's elite as a respected architect, all while planning the most audacious bank robberies in American history. Using revolutionary techniques and meticulous planning, he became the criminal mastermind behind 80% of all bank heists nationwide—until jealousy, murder, and betrayal brought down the Ki…

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AI, Trust, and the Future of Bioethics With Vardit Ravitsky, PhD 37:48

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, trust, and bioethics with Dr. Vardit Ravitsky, President and CEO of the Hastings Center for Bioethics. Dr. Ravitsky discusses the rapid implementation of AI in healthcare and biomedical research, strategies for combating misinf…

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Human Challenge Studies With Wilbur H. Chen, MD, and Jake Eberts 55:51

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In this episode of "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore human challenge studies for shigellosis, examining their role in vaccine development and the ethical considerations surrounding intentional infection of healthy volunteers. Our guests are Dr. Wilbur H. Chen, the Frank M. Calia, MD Endowed Professor and Chief of the Division of Geographic M…

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Killer Crimes - Garret Rodriguez 36:54

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An avid surfer and fisherman, San Diego native Garret Rodriguez dreamed of building a home for himself on a small piece of land which his father had bought for him along the coast of Mexico. But first Garret needed to make money -- serious money. So the 27-year-old headed north to the Emerald Triangle, a remote, heavily forested area in Northern Ca…

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The Intersecting Ethics of Canine and Human Cancer Research With Mark Mamula, PhD 46:57

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore groundbreaking cancer vaccine research for dogs with potential implications for human cancer treatment. Our guest is Dr. Mark Mamula, Professor at the Yale School of Medicine and leading researcher in immunology and innovative vaccine development.…

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Killer Crimes - New Name, New Life: Ted Conrad’s Perfect Crime 48:04

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In 1969, twenty-year-old Ted Conrad walked out of a bank in Ohio with the equivalent of two million dollars and vanished completely—cutting off all contact with family and friends. It wasn't until fifty-two years later that the incredible mystery of what happened to Ted Conrad was finally revealed. Listen to the first three seasons of Killer Means …

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The First 100 Days: Navigating Uncertainty in Research Oversight With Mark Barnes, JD, LLM 45:24

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In this episode of "Research Ethics Reimagined," Mark Barnes, JD, LLM, a partner in the healthcare and life sciences practice at Ropes and Gray LLP in Boston shares his thoughts on the first 100 days of the new administration and identifies the ongoing legal challenges that affect the research oversight community.…

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Killer Crimes - Death by Mail 53:53

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Just days after the Sept. 11 terror attacks in 2001, people in Florida, New York, and Washington D.C. began to receive letters containing deadly spores of the bacteria which causes anthrax. These letters killed five people, sickened 17 others, and added new layers of fear and uncertainty in the wake of the deadly plane hijackings. Post Offices were…

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Community Engaged Research With Monica L. Albertie 40:19

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In this episode of "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore community-engaged research and its role in advancing health equity, particularly in cancer care. Our guest is Monica L. Albertie, Director of Research Operations for Community Outreach and Engagement at the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. She provides operational leadership for ca…

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Killer Crimes - United California Bank Heist 44:33

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The United California Bank burglary took place on March 24th, 1972, in Laguna Niguel, California, The ingenuity employed by criminal mastermind Amil Dinsio and his crew is matched only by the crime's incredible backstory, which has ties to President Richard Nixon and the notorious Jimmy Hoffa. Listen to the first three seasons of Killer Means Aweso…

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Killer Crimes - Brenda Ann Spencer 40:15

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When it occurred in 1979, the mass shooting at Grover Cleveland Elementary School in San Diego appeared to be a bizarre anomaly, a horrible act of violence with no obvious motive. But ensuing decades have revealed it to be the first in a long line of school shootings. No other nation comes close to the U.S. in the frequency and severity of this par…

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Progress, Gaps, and the Future of Women’s Health with Doretha Walker, MPA, PhD, and Brenda Jamerson, PharmD 42:02

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In this episode, Doretha Walker, MPA, PhD, and Brenda Jamerson, PharmD, join us to explore the evolution of women’s health research since the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993. They’ll discuss how women’s health understanding has evolved, key advancements, and the impact of the lack of diversity in clinical trials. Our guests will also highlight criti…

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Ethics in Orbit With Rachael Dempsey 43:37

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During our first episode of Season 2 of Research Ethics Reimagined, Guest Host Robert Nobles, DrPH, MPH, CIP takes us beyond our usual conversations into the cosmos—literally. Our guest is Rachael Dempsey, the Chief Operations and Communications Officer at the Translational Research Institute for Space Health, also known as TRISH. TRISH is at the f…

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Killer Crimes - Albert Johnson Walker 33:52

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The life and crimes of Albert Johnson Walker span two continents and include a virtual laundry list of offenses: financial fraud, money laundering, embezzlement, stolen identity, incest, and murder. Despite years of being one of the world's most wanted criminals, the unassuming, church-going Walker might never have been caught if not for a bad day …

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Interview with James Brown, CEO & Founder of Business Accelerator Institute and Perseverance Squared 23:32

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James is the CEO/Founder of Business Accelerator Institute and Perseverance Squared where he is a business consultant with a strong background in law. He launched his first business in 1994 and rapidly expanded to multiple top-performing locations reaching $8M in annual revenue. In 2014, James transitioned to coaching, guiding over 350 business own…

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Killer Crimes - Lauren Taylor Agee 53:09

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Ten years after the death of Lauren Taylor Agee, her family is still no closer to finding out how she died. In this episode, we revisit the mysterious case and explore how the investigation went off track and what could still be done to accomplish some measure of closure and justice. Check out Kit's blog about Lauren Agee. Listen to the first three…

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Killer Crimes - Antwerp Diamond Heist 58:42

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The 2003 Antwerp diamond heist, known as the "heist of the century," is considered one of the largest robberies in history with more than $100 million worth of diamonds and other jewels stolen. The true story of how a small group of colorful characters managed to circumvent the 10 layers of security of the diamond vault located in the heavily guard…

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Exploring the VA’s Million Veteran Program With Sumitra Muralidhar, PhD, and Jason Vassy, MD 42:52

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we discuss the research of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Office of Research and Development, in particular the Million Veteran Program (MVP). The MVP is a national research program looking at how genes, lifestyle, military experiences, and exposures affect health and well…

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Killer Crimes - D.B. Cooper 47:11

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Only one hijacking in the history of commercial aviation remains unsolved to this day -- the mysterious case of D.B. Cooper. After hijacking a commuter flight in the Pacific Northwest on the night before Thanksgiving in 1971, the polite, unassuming man strapped on his parachute and leapt into the cold nighttime darkness above the Columbia River in …

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Connecting Communities and Researchers with Caleila Burrell, Allison Rusgo, and Amy Carroll-Scott, PhD 44:13

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore the Promise Zone Research Connection (PZRC) and its Community Research Review Board (CRRB) in West Philadelphia. Our guests are Caleila Burrell, Project Coordinator for the PZRC and West Philadelphia resident; Allison Rusgo, Associate Clinical Professor at Drexel Universi…

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Kemi Ashing-Giwa and CJ Leede 42:44

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For the final episode of this season, it's a Tor Nightfire spooky-season double-header! Kemi Ashing-Giwa (This World is Not Yours) and CJ Leede (American Rapture) drop in to talk about being scared, scaring others, and the power of horror to—just maybe—change the world. ** Tor Presents: Voyage into Genre is a co-production with Lit Hub Radio Hosted…

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Terry J. Benton-Walker & Sarah Henning 46:10

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Just in time for spooky season, it's a Tor Teen episode of Voyage into Genre with two thrilling authors: Terry J. Benton-Walker and Sarah Henning! They chat with host Drew Broussard about writing scary stories for young people, modeling grief for their readers, and the joys of loving world-building. Terry J. Benton-Walker: The White Guy Dies First …

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Killer Inventions - Kevlar 54:27

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As the foundation for everything from bulletproof vests to bridge cables, Kevlar is a miracle fiber that has saved lives and transformed entire industries since its invention in the 1960s. Yet, without the wild hunch and strong will of Stephanie Kwolek—a brilliant chemist born in Pittsburgh in 1923—the world might never have been introduced to this…

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Zen Cho & Freya Marske 45:29

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This week: Zen Cho (The Friend Zone Experiment) and Freya Marske (Swordcrossed) talk with host Drew Broussard about the romance/romantasy boom, what 'low stakes' really means, and writing well-communicated stories about miscommunication. ** Tor Presents: Voyage into Genre is a co-production with Lit Hub Radio Hosted by Drew Broussard Audio engineer…

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Research Ethics Across Domains With Nicholas Proferes, PhD, Sarah Gilbert, PhD, and Kyle Pittman, MPA 51:14

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, "Research Ethics Reimagined," we explore the intersection of research ethics, online communities, and emerging technologies, with a focus on Reddit. Our guests are Nicholas Proferes, PhD, who is an associate professor at Arizona State University; Sarah Gilbert, PhD, who is a research associate at Cornell Univers…

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Killer Inventions - Forensic Genetic Genealogy 49:14

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The last six years have seen a dramatic surge in cold cases being solved by law enforcement agencies around the U.S. One after another, police departments are resolving cases which had bedeviled detectives for decades. In Episode 11 of Killer Inventions, we examine what exactly lies behind the increase and where the field seems headed next. Some of…

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Researching Justice With Jim Greiner, PhD 44:01

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, “Research Ethics Reimagined,” we speak with Harvard Law School's Jim Greiner, PhD about his work in researching the outcomes of the justice system, focusing on implementing evidence-based decision making rather than applying precedent. We also explore his ideas on how to make IRB rulings more transparent to help…

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O.O. Sangoyomi & Rita Woods 43:31

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This week: O.O. Sangoyomi (Masquerade) and Rita Woods (The Last Dreamwalker) talk with host Drew Broussard about unearthing histories and making them reverberate, blurring genre distinctions, and the relationships between mothers and children in both life and fiction. ** Tor Presents: Voyage into Genre is a co-production with Lit Hub Radio Hosted b…

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Suyi Davies Okungbowa & Brenda Peynado 48:49

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This week: Suyi Davies Okungbowa (Lost Ark Dreaming) and Brenda Peynado (Time's Agent) talk with host Drew Broussard about bleak futures, grounding stories in the present, and what it means to have hope in strange times. ** Tor Presents: Voyage into Genre is a co-production with Lit Hub Radio Hosted by Drew Broussard Audio engineering + production …

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Killer Inventions - Monopoly (Board Game) 41:55

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While you may know the board game Monopoly, you probably don't know the incredible story of the game's invention. This week's episode reveals the true story of the person responsible for inventing the game, and Parker Brothers' purposeful deceit in perpetuating the myth behind the game's origin. Do not pass GO, do not collect $200...go directly to …

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Ananda Lima & L. M. Sagas 46:42

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The voyage continues! Another season of Voyage into Genre kicks off with a refreshed format—so make a little more room on the ship, as we welcome two authors at once! Ananda Lima (Craft: Stories I Wrote For the Devil) and L.M. Sagas (Cascade Failure + Gravity Lost) talk with host Drew Broussard about embracing genre, the political importance of gen…

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Connecting the Dots With Allyson J. Bennett, PhD 35:07

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In this episode, we explore how scientific research with humans and other animals is intertwined, yet plays fundamentally different roles in producing new knowledge with broad-ranging benefits.By PRIM&R

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Killer Inventions - Baby Cages 33:02

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Some inventions don’t look particularly clever or useful in hindsight. The ‘baby cage’ may be one of those inventions! Developed in the early 20th century in response to diseases like tuberculosis and the Spanish Flu, the baby cage was not for the faint of heart. Nor for those scared of heights. Improbably enough, the contraption continued to be us…

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Research and AI With Mary L. Gray 34:09

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In this episode of PRIM&R's podcast, “Research Ethics Reimagined,” we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, ethics, and studying human behavior in the digital age. Our guest is Mary L. Gray, Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research and Faculty Associate at Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society.…

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Killer Inventions - Earmuffs, Popsicles & Glow Panels 51:00

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Some say youth is wasted on the young, however, that is definitely not the case with the three inventors featured in this episode, each of whom was under the age of 16 when they made history. Check out these three incredible inventors and their killer inventions in Episode 8 of Killer Means Awesome! Listen to the first two seasons of Killer Means A…

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Voyage into Genre LIVE feat. Andrea Hairston, Veronica Roth, Rebecca Thorne, & Nghi Vo! 43:17

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The first-ever Voyage into Genre live tour is in the books—and what a tour it was! Intrepid authors Andrea Hairston, Veronica Roth, Rebecca Thorne, and Nghi Vo spent a whirlwind week traveling from Seattle to New York with stops every night along the way. We're pleased to share excerpts from their tour kick-off at Third Place Books (with TJ Klune m…

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Making Science More Accessible With Amanda M. Dettmer, PhD and Robert Nobles, DrPH, MPH, CIP 31:48

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In this episode of Research Ethics Reimagined, we explore building and maintaining trust in research and science in the 21st century by creating a connection with the public and simplifying the language scientists use. Our guests are Robert Nobles, DrPH, MPH, CIP, Vice President for Research Administration at Emory University and Amanda M. Dettmer,…

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Trailer 2:24

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“Research Ethics Reimagined” is a podcast created by Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research (PRIM&R), hosted by Ivy R. Tillman, PRIM&R's executive director. Here, we talk with scientists, researchers, bioethicists and some of the leading minds exploring new frontiers of science. This season, we are going examine research ethics in the 21st …

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Killer Inventions: Dynamite 53:37

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The invention of dynamite in 1867 transformed industry, mining, railroad building, and modern warfare. It also led to the creation of the Nobel Prizes. For the full story of the brilliant, moody Swede who invented both dynamite and the Nobel Prizes, check out Episode 7 of Killer Means Awesome! Listen to the first two seasons of Killer Means Awesome…

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2024 Tour Announcement! 1:39

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Tor Publishing Group and Lit Hub are thrilled to present an evening of fantasy at a LIVE version of our popular Voyage Into Genre podcast. Join Andrea Hairston, Nghi Vo, Rebecca Thorne, and Veronica Roth on an epic road trip across the US beginning May 13! For tour stops, ticket information, and more, click here! Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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Killer Inventions: Chewing Gum 1:07:45

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For thousands of years people all over the world have chewed gum or gum-like substances. Still, the invention of the modern chewing gum industry took place in the United States in the 1800s, and while you may be familiar with names like William Wrigley, Jr., an exiled Mexican General was also responsible for the gum you enjoy today. Hear the incred…

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Killer Inventions: The Slide Guitar 48:21

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The magical sound of slide guitar is a modern invention. Though long associated with American blues music, the location of its earliest pioneers may surprise you! Tune into Killer Means Awesome to find out who invented the musical technique, who set the standard for playing, and why you should never, ever let guitarist Ry Cooder drive you through t…

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Killer Inventions: Grace Hopper & The Information Age 1:02:37

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Diminutive in stature but a giant in the world of inventions, the brilliant Grace Hopper talked her way into the Navy after Pearl Harbor and went on to become arguably the most pivotal innovator at the dawn of the information age. Listen to the first two seasons of Killer Means Awesome to hear more incredible true stories. Season one features amazi…

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Killer Inventions: The Black Box 54:27

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From its earliest, primitive versions in the 1940s to the powerful, high-tech devices of today, the fabled 'black box' on airplanes has captured both the public imagination and the careful attention of engineers and investigators. Perhaps no other device does more to unravel the mystery of a plane crash than the flight recorder, which is built to w…

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Killer Inventions: Deep Purple 57:44

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In 1856 William Henry Perkin was an 18 year old college student on spring break when he accidentally invented a method for creating synthetic purple dye, a storied color which also happened to be the most coveted in all of Europe. Still, no one could have imagined William’s home experiment would inadvertently usher in the first science-based indust…