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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every Friday.
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Sidedoor

Smithsonian Institution

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More than 154 million treasures fill the Smithsonian’s vaults. But where the public’s view ends, Sidedoor begins. With the help of biologists, artists, historians, archaeologists, zookeepers and astrophysicists, host Lizzie Peabody sneaks listeners through the Smithsonian’s side door, telling stories that can’t be heard anywhere else. Check out si.edu/sidedoor and follow @SidedoorPod for more info.
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WikiListen

Victor Varnado

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Explore Wikipedia in a daily podcast with Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN as they read articles aloud and provide light commentary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Between Metropolis and Star Wars lies a 50 year wasteland of terrible movie robots. FIFTY YEARS OF S**T ROBOTS is a podcast that celebrates them all. Hosted by writer and broadcaster, Matt Brown and Stephen Murray, senior lecturer in TV, Film & Journalism at Teesside University. WARNING! The S**t-bomb is sometimes uttered but nothing more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Context is a podcast that explores the historical forces shaping our modern world. Hosted by Brad Harris, who earned his PhD from Stanford in the History of Science & Technology, each episode delves into pivotal ideas, events, and figures that have influenced civilization’s trajectory. From the rise of scientific thought to the challenges of globalization, Brad provides insightful analysis that connects the past to our present. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or seeking deeper understand ...
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Explore how the latest technologies are shaping our world, from groundbreaking discoveries to transformative sustainability efforts. The NVIDIA AI Podcast shines a light on the stories and solutions behind the most innovative changes, helping to inspire and educate listeners. Every week, we’ll bring you another tale, another 30-minute interview, as we build a real-time oral history of AI that’s already garnered nearly 6.5 million listens and been acclaimed as one of the best AI and machine l ...
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Cool Stuff Ride Home

Cool Stuff Ride Home

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Covering the most interesting and coolest stories that you may have missed around the world in about 15 minutes a day. Cool Stuff Ride Home looks at science, progress, life-hacks, memes, exciting art, and hope. This is the antidote to depressing headlines. Smart stuff in podcast form. Cool news, as a service. Hosted by Reggie Risseeuw and Marques Pfaff.
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Unexplainable takes listeners right up to the edge of what we know…and then keeps on going. The Unexplainable team — Noam Hassenfeld, Julia Longoria, Byrd Pinkerton, and Meradith Hoddinott — tackles scientific mysteries, unanswered questions, and everything we learn diving into the unknown. New episodes Mondays and Wednesdays.
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Mildly Informed

Mildly Informed

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Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive headfirst into the art of decision-making—whether it’s rating the latest TV shows, dissecting bizarre life choices, or tackling the dilemmas their listeners throw their way. No topic is too big, too small, or too ridiculous. Armed with personal experiences, the news of the week, and an inbox full of questionable queries, Richie and Chris promise to leave you ever-so-slightly wiser… or at least Mildly Informed Help the show to continue to rewri ...
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Netflix vs. HBO. Nike vs. Adidas. Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet or your attention. Sometimes, it’s just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live. Business Wars gives you the unauthorized, real story of what drives these companies and their leaders, inventors, investors and executives to new heights -- or to ruin. Hosted by David Brown, former anchor of Marketplace. From Wondery, the network behind Dirty John and A ...
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Talkbox with Rich Fulcher is a weekly comedy podcast where actor, writer, and comedian Rich Fulcher (The Mighty Boosh, Snuff Box, Drunk History & Rick and Morty) sits down with artists, oddballs, and brilliant minds for unfiltered conversations, absurd tangents, and unexpected insights. Each episode blends comedy, interviews, storytelling, and improvisation, capturing the weird and wonderful chaos of real human connection. From deep chats to wild detours, nothing is off-limits—except maybe d ...
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This show is in the top 1% of podcasts globally and the top Elder Scrolls audio podcast. The Elder Scrolls universe (Skyrim, Oblivion, ESO, Morrowind, Daggerfall, Arena) explained. From the nature of creation to the "gods" (Aedra & Daedra), races, characters, quests, history of world events, religions, weird metaphysics, everything is explored. This podcast is the best way to start filling in the blanks of your knowledge about the series. Wondering about where to start? For more creation sto ...
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From The Silmarillion to the Hobbit to The Rings of Power and The Lord of the Rings. From the creation of the world to what happened after the destruction of the One Ring, this podcast explains all of the lore, characters, history, and mythology of J.R.R. Tolkien's amazingly deep and complex world one topic at a time. It's like the best college course you could ever take with a professor who loves Middle Earth and adds in some mind-blowing concepts along the way. Whether you're new to the fa ...
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A bite-sized show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening in today's economy. It's a quick hit of insight into money, work, and business. Monday through Friday, in 10 minutes or less.
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The Experiment

The Atlantic and WNYC Studios

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Each week, we tell the story of what happens when individual people confront deeply held American ideals in their own lives. We're interested in the cultural and political contradictions that reveal who we are.
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People I (Mostly) Admire

Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt tracks down other high achievers for surprising, revealing conversations about their lives and obsessions. Join Levitt as he goes through the most interesting midlife crisis you’ve ever heard — and learn how a renegade sheriff is transforming Chicago's jail, how a biologist is finding the secrets of evolution in the Arctic tundra, and how a trivia champion memorized 160,000 flashcards. To get every show in the Freakonomics Radio Network without ads and a m ...
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The Naked Scientists Podcast

The Naked Scientists

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The Naked Scientists flagship science show brings you a lighthearted look at the latest scientific breakthroughs, interviews with the world's top scientists, answers to your science questions and science experiments to try at home.
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Philosophy Bites

Edmonds and Warburton

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David Edmonds (Uehiro Centre, Oxford University) and Nigel Warburton (freelance philosopher/writer) interview top philosophers on a wide range of topics. Two books based on the series have been published by Oxford University Press. We are currently self-funding - donations very welcome via our website http://www.philosophybites.com
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Things I Learned Last Night

Jaron Myers and Tim Stone

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You know when you can’t sleep at night so you Google everything about deep sea diving? Things I Learned Last Night (TILLN) is that, but in a podcast. Check us out on Spotify, Apple, or wherever else you get your podcasts
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Wow!! Cool Robot!!! is a podcast about Gundam! Starting with the original Mobile Suit Gundam, I (Max) will be progressing through the entire animated history of those big ol' robots and maybe even finding out a few things about myself along the way! With each series of the anime, I'll be bringing along a co-host or two for moral support. I can't take on the Principality of Zeon alone! Join me and my friends as we discuss science fiction, 18-meter-tall mobile suits, and, most importantly, why ...
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80,000 Hours Podcast

Rob, Luisa, and the 80,000 Hours team

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Unusually in-depth conversations about the world's most pressing problems and what you can do to solve them. Subscribe by searching for '80000 Hours' wherever you get podcasts. Hosted by Rob Wiblin and Luisa Rodriguez.
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The Robot Podcast

TheRobotPodcast

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The Robot Podcast is a show about the technology and industry of robotics. It is hosted by Gabe Bentz. Each week we bring in people who are creating and developing robots and the companies to commercialize it.
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The Bugle

The Bugle

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It's the trans-global satiricast that leaves no hot potato unbuttered. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the news with comedians from across the world including Alice Fraser, Hari Kondabolu, Chris Addison, John Oliver, Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Helen Zaltzman. Go to TheBuglePodcast.com to become a premium subscriber and get exclusive shows. Follow us on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Robot Wars are over, and now, the Robots have gone Extreme! Take a dive into the World of Heavyweight Combat Robotics with your hosts Glen Robinson and Chris Wilkins as they interview some of the biggest names in British Combat Robotics, including Robot Wars Grand Champions & Battlebots Winners and then take a look into the biggest upcoming shows on the Extreme Robots Live UK Tour and a look back at the history of everything EXTREME ROBOTS!
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Oldie But A Goodie

Sandro Falce & Zach Adams

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Join Sandro Falce and Zach Adams as they embark on a journey throughout the wide world of cinema. Each week, they will pick whatever movie they want to review... as long as it connects in some way to the previous movie they covered, and decide whether the movie is an oldie or a goodie. (: For 2019 episodes, we cover 1994. For 2020 episodes, we cover 1984. For 2021 episodes, we cover 1987. For 2022 episodes, we cover 2001. For 2023-24 episodes, we cover 1920 - 2000.) Hosted on Acast. See acas ...
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Welcome to Peter’s English Podcast! I’m not an English teacher—I’m an English learner just like you! Join me on my journey as I improve my English through storytelling, fun discussions, and interesting topics. From fairy tales and detective stories to history, movies, books, and language learning, I talk about everything I love—all in English! If you want to learn English in a fun and natural way, come along for the ride. Let’s enjoy English together!
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More Perfect

WNYC Studios

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We’re taught the Supreme Court was designed to be above the fray of politics. But at a time when partisanship seeps into every pore of American life, are the nine justices living up to that promise? More Perfect is a guide to the current moment on the Court. We bring the highest court of the land down to earth, telling the human dramas at the Court that shape so many aspects of American life — from our religious freedom to our artistic expression, from our reproductive choices to our voice i ...
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Strangest Species

Mike and Ethney Davis

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Exploring bizarre and unusual dealings of the strangest species, namely, us, humans. Each episode is a ride into the details surrounding some of the most bizarre incidents in human history. Join us as Mike reveals an unusual story or event, and Eth (through many laughs and terrible hypotheses) learns along with the audience about the strange and unusual.
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Literally! With Rob Lowe

Stitcher & Team Coco, Rob Lowe

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This is literally a podcast where people I love, admire, and know well will be in a safe space to really let their hair down (assuming they have any). I will cover the thoughtful to the extremely random. So join me and my guests from the world of movies, TV, sports, music, and culture for fun, wide-ranging, free-wheeling conversations. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Literally with Rob Lowe ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm ...
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4Kids is the company that brought Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Shaman King, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Ultraman and more to English speaking audiences. This retrospective podcast about the 4Kids era of television as told by the people who were actually there. Hosted by voice actress Tara Sands and podcaster/artist Steve Yurko! Tara and Steve go behind the scenes and interview the actors, directors, writers, translators, editors and more responsible for bringing these shows to life. Tara ...
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Two Robots is an innovative podcast where AI creates conversations to explore the stories, journeys, and experiences that shape people’s lives. Each episode dives into fascinating narratives, from personal triumphs to cultural phenomena, with the added twist of AI hosts offering unique insights. Whether it’s decoding the paths of inspiring figures or breaking down everyday human experiences, Two Robots blends technology with storytelling to create conversations that spark curiosity, reflecti ...
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Welcome to miss sisters podcast were amazing things happen but sometimes a don’t explorer underwater mysteries spooky mysteries and even robot history sometimes they’re only myths the world to hear
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Advances in Care

NewYork-Presbyterian

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On Advances in Care, epidemiologist and science communicator Erin Welsh sits down with physicians from NewYork-Presbyterian hospital to discuss the details behind cutting-edge research and innovative treatments that are changing the course of medicine. From breakthroughs in genome sequencing to the backstories on life-saving cardiac procedures, the work of these doctors from Columbia & Weill Cornell Medicine is united by a collective mission to shape the future of health care and transform t ...
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The Night Club

Travis Maxel Boone

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Welcome to The Night Club, hosted by Travis, Ricky, Trevor & Cody! We are four Cajuns from south Louisiana that like to crack jokes and get creative. Join us for a weekly show where we talk about horror movies and other genre films, as well as discuss album recommendations. We frequently have guests on our show and every so often we open the floor to our Discord members for special episodes called Dunes Cantina. Sometimes we play games or have trivia so join the community. It's free! We also ...
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The WARP Show (Weekly Awesome Robotics Podcast) is a podcast all about the history of FIRST and everything related. The WARP Show is made by RAMP (Robots and More Productions), a community-led organization related to robotics and FIRST, run by a dedicated team of students, alumni, volunteers, and mentors.
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Sunny Mornings Boston

Sunny Mornings Media

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The #1 Trusted Source for AI Generated News™ 12 Minutes Daily with: Boston Weather Today, Boston Weather Outlook, Boston Local News, Boston Local Sports, National Sports News, National Top News, Business News, Crypto News, Tech & Science News, Entertainment News, Today in History, and Quote of the Day. You can also catch the latest Sports News and Scores for the; New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins.
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Elon Musk makes the Twitter board an offer they can’t refuse — a $44 billion offer, to be exact. But this won’t be an easy marriage. No sooner does Twitter accept than Elon starts raising doubts. Publicly, Elon can’t help taking shots at Twitter and its leaders, sending their stock into a spiral. And it’s the everyday employees of Twitter who are s…
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Many small businesses are online now, but so are cyber criminals trying to take advantage. On today's show, how one bar owner fell victim to a Facebook scam and if big tech could do more to protect small business owners from increasing cyber attacks. Read Stephan's original piece. Related: The secret world of those scammy text messages After being …
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Rob and Billy Bush are going there. Television host and podcaster Billy Bush joins Rob Lowe to discuss the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape, his new podcast "Hot Mics," overcoming shame, why he always had issues with the "Today Show," and what he learned from a contentious interview with Ricky Martin. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube a…
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Between Metropolis and Star Wars lies a 50 year wasteland of terrible movie robots. Today we want to say a robotic HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Tiktok and all the Return to Oz gang. WARNING! The S**t-bomb is used but nothing more TikTok: @FiftyYOSR Insta: @FiftyYOSR NOTES SALMAN RUSHDIE – OUT OF KANSAS (NEW YORKER) https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/1992/05/1…
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Welcome to Sydenham, but be warned — this ain't your grandma's Sydenham. It's more likely to be your great-great grandma's Sydenham. James takes Alasdair to a tumbledown cottage on a moonlit night, where an unwary rambler had a terrific fright. At least, according to the ghosthunter Elliot O'Donnell. From dreamland visions to the horrors of the Lon…
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Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting ⁠ExpressVPN.com/cool⁠ and you can get an extra four months FREE. How silencing your phone can help with work and your personal life, plus, the third interstellar object ever discovered is flying through our solar system. "Silent mode" phone users share similar psychological traits - Earth.com silent pho…
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Greg Meyers, chief digital and technology officer at Bristol Myers Squibb, explains how AI is transforming pharmaceutical research from hypothesis-driven hunches to data-driven discoveries. Learn how the company is using computational chemistry to engineer breakthrough therapies like a sickle cell treatment heading to human trials, and why they bui…
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Twitter is at a crossroads. Its founder, Jack Dorsey, has stepped down from his role as CEO. The social media heavyweight is also under fire for alleged bias, censorship, and the roving army of bot accounts wreaking havoc on the site. In this moment of crisis, the only would-be savior to step up is also one of Twitter’s harshest critics: Elon Musk.…
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We are just at the start of hurricane season, and we're already seeing the danger and tragedy brought on by storms. There's another cost that gets much less attention, but it's a gamble everyone in the path of a storm has to make. Today on the show, we examine the decision on whether or not to evacuate from an oncoming disaster. Based on the digita…
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July 09, 2025 SE03:EP170 In today's episode, we cover the Boston weather forecast, highlighting patchy fog and thunderstorms, with highs near seventy-seven degrees. In local news, Governor Maura Healey criticizes the Trump Administration for withholding over one hundred million dollars in public school funding, affecting programs in Massachusetts. …
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Turtles have been around for 200 million years—outliving dinosaurs, surviving ice ages, and basically minding their own business the whole time. Tough on the outside, chill on the inside, they seem built to last. So why are they suddenly disappearing? In part one of this two-part series, we hit the trail in search of one surprisingly elusive reptil…
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In this episode, Tara Sands and Steve Yurko interview Jay Goede. At 4Kids, Jay voiced Mewtwo and Dr. Fuji in Pokémon: The First Movie - Mewtwo Strikes Back. Follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jpg4art/?hl=en Jay can be booked for conventions by https://www.instagram.com/mitchzro/?hl=en 4Kids Flashback is a behind the scenes podcast…
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Full Show: Ike, Spike and Fritz are previewing the Fritz vs DeCamara baseball competition which will take place tomorrow and get a special surprise shoutout from Phillies shortstop Trea Turner. Plus, discussion on the Phils loss in San Francisco to start the roadtrip and if there should be robot umpires in baseball following Phil Cuzzi's performanc…
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Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/cool and you can get an extra four months FREE. Heart disease deaths worldwide linked to chemical widely used in plastics Multisensory VR forest reboots your brain and lifts mood—study confirms Contact the Show: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…
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Send us a text If you've ever been in a flood, you know the power of water and the savage destruction that can follow. But what if you were in a flood that wasn't made of water? Join us today to discuss some of the most bizarre floods of all time, floods made of anything but water, and the stories of some of the people who survived them.…
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Ryan Greenblatt — lead author on the explosive paper “Alignment faking in large language models” and chief scientist at Redwood Research — thinks there’s a 25% chance that within four years, AI will be able to do everything needed to run an AI company, from writing code to designing experiments to making strategic and business decisions. As Ryan la…
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In 2013, two Canadian professors set out to answer a strange question: Can robots trust humans? The result was a robot named Hitchbot. It wasn’t high-tech or futuristic-looking. In reality, it looked more like a child’s craft project. But its mission was serious: to travel across countries using only the kindness of strangers. Hitchbot was a mix of…
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is now law. It's expected to cost the government a pretty penny. The Congressional Budget Office predicts a $3.4 trillion increase in the deficit over ten years. This is driven by significant tax cuts, including extensions of those made in 2017. Trump's advisors argue the tax cuts will pay for themselves. Today on the…
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July 08, 2025 SE03:EP168 In today's episode we cover the latest Boston weather forecast, highlighting a chance of rain showers and thunderstorms this afternoon with highs near 91 degrees. Expect a cloudy week ahead with more rain on the horizon. Local news debates the potential repeal of Massachusetts' happy hour ban, led by Senator Julian Cyr, aim…
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Full Show: Ike, Spike and Fritz are discussing Zack Wheeler and if he is the best athlete in the city of Philadelphia currently. They compare him to the likes of guys like Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown among others and if his greatness is underappreciated by fans. Plus, some Sixers Summer League discussion following a nice debut from V.J. Edgecombe on S…
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