Best House Extensions Podcasts (2025)

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Termites - What to Look For Inside Your House 4:28

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We are continuing our series on termites and their control, and on today’s Almanac, Extension Entomologist Jody Green turns our attention to signs of an infestation inside your home. She talks about scouting inside and looking for tell-tale signs of termites.By Nebraska Extension

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Senate returns with still no deal to end the 6-day-old gov't shutdown; Chicago Mayor signs Exec. Order to create 'ICE-free zones' on city property 38:14

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The Senate is back without a deal to end the government shutdown that's now in its sixth day. Meanwhile, the legal showdown over White House efforts to deploy National Guard troops into US cities continues. The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago sued the Trump administration today to stop the deployment of National Guard troops, while Chicag…

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Between Two Nerds: What drives 0day mass exploitation 24:37

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In this edition of Between Two Nerds Tom Uren and The Grugq talk about the 0day mass exploitation of SharePoint and Exchange. This type of widespread hacking appears to be increasingly common… but is it? This episode is also available on YouTube. Show notes X post | Brian in Pittsburgh

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Asian Longhorn Ticks 4:56

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Asian Longhorn Ticks are an invasive species that can transmit bacterial, viral, and pathogens in cattle. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Dave Boxler says producers in the eastern part of the state should be on the lookout for this new insect pest.By Nebraska Extension

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Grazing Corn Residue 4:43

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Corn residue is a tremendous feed resource for cattle in Nebraska. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski says corn stalks can be an excellent, economical resource for late fall and winter grazing in many parts of the state.By Nebraska Extension

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Protecting Farms and Ranches from Wildfire 4:02

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Wildfire precautions around your farm and ranch are critical to avoid a catastrophe. Nebraska Extension Educator Ryan Benjamin talks about steps producers can take to help avoid serious damage from wildfires.By Nebraska Extension

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Asian Longhorn Ticks on Cattle 4:53

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A new tick found on cattle can cause severe blood loss, weakness, and even death. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Dave Boxler says the Asian Longhorn Tick will soon spread into Nebraska and cattle producers need to know how to manage and control them.By Nebraska Extension

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Stalking Rates for Corn Residue Grazing 4:18

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With 9 million corn acres and 1.8 million beef cows, corn residue grazing is a tremendous feed resource for cattle in Nebraska. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski says it’s important to estimate the amount of residue in a field to determine stalking rates and feed supplementation needs.…

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How Bleak is DC's Unemployment Crisis? 29:12

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It’s the question everyone’s been asking since DOGE first showed up: How screwed is DC? A new program at the Brookings Institution called DMV Monitor pulls together a ton of data to help answer the question. And their most recent report is kind of a jaw-dropper. The region’s unemployment has shot up nine times faster than the rest of the country, w…

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Risky Bulletin: Microsoft tells users to uninstall games affected by a Unity bug 7:50

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Microsoft tells users to uninstall games affected by a Unity bug, Discord discloses a data breach, Google rolls out end-to-end encryption for Gmail, and Apple and Google block an ICE tracking app. Show notes Risky Bulletin: Microsoft tells users to uninstall games affected by major Unity bug

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Sponsored: Corelight on where will NDRs go next 12:00

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In this Risky Business News sponsor interview, Catalin Cimpanu talks with Ashish Malpani, Head of Product Marketing at Corelight. The discussion looks at how NDRs might evolve, such as expanding to protect inter-cloud networks and complementing EDRs. Show notes Corelight

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Weekend Edition: Government Shutdown, Secretary Hegseth's Address to US Admirals & Generals, Political Extremism in the United States 28:43

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a discussion about the government shutdown and its impact on federal workers, with Max Stier – President & CEO of the Partnership for Public Service. Then, Retired Army Colonel Peter Mansoor – now a military historian at Ohio State University - discusses Pres…

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Government shutdown to run through the weekend after Republican & Democratic bills to end the shutdown again fail in the Senate; Pres. Trump says Hamas has agreed to peace plan with Israel 48:21

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On Day Three of the federal government shutdown, the Senate votes for a fourth time on the same Republican and Democratic proposals and again each fails to reach the 60 votes required to pass; President Donald Trump posts a video depicting OMB Russell Vought as the Grim Reaper as the president considers widespread layoffs of federal workers now on …

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Cattle Health Concerns on Cornstalks 4:50

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Putting cattle out on recently harvested corn is a great feed option, but there are some protentional health hazards that producers need to be aware of according to Extension Beef Educator Lindsay Waecher-Mead.By Nebraska Extension

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Will The Shutdown Tank DC's Economy? Plus, Rideshare Drama, and Your New Favorite Venue 40:28

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We’re talking about the government shutting down — and what the city is going to do about it. We’re talking about a ride-share service being shut down — and why they’re mad at the city about it. Plus, a new music venue and in a fourth segment, we’ll talk about great DC challenges (and we don’t mean, like, balancing the budget). Want some more DC ne…

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Risky Bulletin: Scam compound operators sentenced to death in China 6:43

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China sentences 11 scam compound operators to death, the UK makes another request for Apple user data, an Iranian APT gets doxxed again, and Microsoft launches a Security Store. Show notes Risky Bulletin: Scam compound operators sentenced to death in China

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E109. New policy for financing modular homes - with guests Carrie and Eliza from Uploans 54:20

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Are you considering a modular home but aren’t sure where to start? In this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, hosts Amelia and Frank are joined by mortgage brokers Carrie and Eliza from Uploans to discuss the latest policy changes for financing modular homes. Together, they unpack the evolving world of modular housing, providing ex…

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Day Two of federal government shutdown. Pres. Trump posts he has 'unprecedented opportunity' to cut 'Democrat Agencies'. Rep. Jeffries (D-NY) says, 'Democrats are in this fight until we win this fight ... 50:00

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Day Two of the federal government shutdown and zero chance it will be settled today, with the Senate not conducting votes because of the Jewish holiday. Republicans and Democrats are again trading accusations over which party is at fault for the impasse, and debate over health care continues, including the Republican accusation that Democrats want …

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Assessing Soil Health 4:51

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Our state has some of the best soil on the planet. On today’s program, UNL Agronomy Professor Caro Cordova says testing your soil is the first step in the conservation and protection of our soils, and to do so on a regular basis.By Nebraska Extension

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How the Shutdown Screws DC 32:26

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The government shutdown affects the whole country, but it’s an especially big deal in DC. Our city is already reeling, and now we’re facing an event that threatens to scare off tourists and possibly lead to mass layoffs. How is the local government reacting? And what does the shutdown mean for your day-to-day even if you’re still employed? NBC4’s M…

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Srsly Risky Biz: The cyberespionage gig economy 17:49

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Tom Uren and Amberleigh Jack talk about different ways foreign intelligence services are finding to recruit local proxies. These methods could be too risky for Western intelligence agencies, but for some state’s services they just make sense. They also discuss a report into DOGE and how speed was prioritised over robust governance. This episode is …

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Day One of the federal government shutdown, Democrats & Republicans blame each other; White House says federal worker layoffs are 'imminent' 52:17

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Day one of the federal government shutdown, with hundreds of thousands of federal workers on furlough, White House preparing for layoffs, some government services suspended and both parties blaming the other. We will hear from the Vice President JD Vance, Congressional leaders, and some rank-and-file Members of Congress explaining the situation to …

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Watch Out for Whorled Milkweed in Pastures 4:56

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Hay forage is a traditional source of food for cattle, but there have been recent reports of a plant that could be toxic to livestock. Extension Educator Ben Beckman says whorled milkweed won’t be touched by cattle, but it could be a serious problem if it has been incorporated with hay that you’ve already put up for the season.…

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Your Guide to October 2025 in DC 32:00

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October in DC is just lovely. The weather is good. The leaves are turning. And even though the city is still reeling from the federal takeover, we are still finding joy and ways to connect with this city we call home. So from fast cars to throwing back a few drinks with a former US president, we give you OUR top picks for what to do in DC this Octo…

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Risky Bulletin: Router APIs abused to send SMS spam 6:12

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A Cybercrime group abuses routers to send SMS spam, CISA announces a new collaboration model for state governments, South Korea raises its cyber threat level after a data center fire, and Tile tracking devices expose their location. Show notes Risky Bulletin: Router APIs abused to send SMS spam waves…

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Pres. Trump says federal government shutdown 'likely' with GOP & Democrats still far apart on what should be in funding extension 53:39

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A federal government shutdown is looking like it is going to happen with President Donald Trump and Republicans and Democrats in Congress sticking to their positions about what must be included and not included in a funding extension, and no compromise agreement in sight that can get the needed 60 votes in the Senate to pass; President Trump and Pf…

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Termites - Prevention and Control 4:53

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During the past few episodes on Extension Almanac, we’ve covered how to identify termites and what to look for both outside and inside your home. Today, Extension Entomologist Jody Green talks about what to do if you suspect your home is being attacked by termites.By Nebraska Extension

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Unearthing the Truth in a Local Secret Cemetery 23:11

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Imagine walking through the woods and stumbling across a few tombstones. That’s what happened outside the old House of Reformation, where more than 230 bodies of young black boys are buried. But you wouldn’t know it given the condition of the area. Michael Brice-Saddler from the Washington Post is here to dig up the secrets that lie beneath that gr…

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Vice Pres. Vance predicts federal government 'headed into a shutdown' after GOP & Democratic Congressional leaders meet with Pres. Trump 41:29

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), House Minority LeaderHakeem Jeffries (D-NY), along with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) all meet at the White House to try to reach a deal to keep the federal government open past Tuesday night. President Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister BenjaminNetan…

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Between Two Nerds: The power of cyber 27:45

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In this edition of Between Two Nerds Tom Uren and The Grugq discuss the power of cyber. This episode is also available on Youtube. Show notes Narrow windows of opportunity: the limited utility of cyber operations in war RUSI's UK cyber effects network RUSI call for abstracts The fate of nations BTN discussion UK National Cyber Force's Responsible C…

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DC's Only Ice Rink Is Cursed. Will It Open? 25:55

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The Fort Dupont Ice Rink has been in shambles for years. But it has a storied history: it’s home to one of the oldest black hockey clubs in the states. The rink needed a little TLC but never got it, until now. But there’s another delay for when it’ll open again, and Martin Austermuhle from the 51st is here to tell us why it’s taken so long to get t…

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Risky Bulletin: UK to bail out Jaguar Land Rover 4:51

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The UK will bail out Jaguar Land Rover following its cyberattack, hackers try to extort a ransom using childrens’ photos, Dutch police arrest two teens over sniffing WiFi for Russian spies, and a recent GoAnywhere MFT bug is being exploited. Show notes Risky Bulletin: UK to bail out Jaguar Land Rover…

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Sponsored: Why identity is critical 12:47

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In this sponsored interview, Authentik CEO Fletcher Heisler talks to Tom Uren about how identity providers (IdP) are fundamental to everything an organisation does. He explains how organisations are making themselves resilient by managing their redundancy and failover options. Show notes