Best Solar Cycle Podcasts (2025)

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Dec 28, 2025 - Jan 3, 2026 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast 12:53

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/12/dec-28-2025-january-3-2026-weekly-forecast/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifes…

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The CrowdScience quiz of the year 35:57

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In 2025, the crack team of intrepid presenters here on CrowdScience have been on some incredible adventures. They’ve wondered whether water is wet, and gone a hunt for a missing tangerine. They’ve wondered why animals swallow rocks, imagined what would happen if the earth spun backwards and pondered whether atoms are immortal. But, as the year draw…

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Building a new social contract 29:06

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There’s a growing public sense that the current model of the social contract is broken, due in large part to rising inequality and the pursuit of profit over social progress. The “social contract” defines the relationship between citizens, their government and business. Its modern form emerged after WWII and, in western democracies, was largely str…

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Special • WINTER Solstice • Energetic Support • Dec 21, 2025 – Feb 3, 2026 44:44

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This is an EXCERPT from our WINTER Solstice Seasonal FIRE Ceremony on 12.21.2025. We get together every 6-weeks, at the Turn of the Wheel, to Honor the Sacred Seasons as we move throughout the year, intentionally and as a Community. You can Register for FULL Replay, Tools + Resources: https://www.KarmicTools.com/dec-2025-26-winter-solstice-fire-cer…

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309. UNPLUGGED: Why The Race To Build Robotaxis Is On 14:41

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Back by popular demand, Episode 309 - Unplugged: Why the Race to Build Robotaxis Is On was the most-streamed 2025 episode of SAE Tomorrow Today. Thanks to our audience for listening, sharing, and pushing the conversation forward. We’re just getting started. Robotaxis are scaling fast, logging millions of autonomous miles each month across the globe…

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EP 17: 5 Close Friends 10:14

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In this episode, we will be covering the discovery of a new planet in the TOI-2267 Binary system. Source: https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2512.10007 This will be the final episode of 2025. This Episode was Filmed by Aidan Chan and Vriddhi Mittal. Editing by Aidan Chan. Contact us at [email protected]…

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Dec 21 - 27, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast • Solstice Event 12:48

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/12/dec-21-27-2025-weekly-forecast-solstice-event/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to mani…

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How do we adapt to the cold? 26:29

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When some people are wandering around in shorts and a t-shirt, others are wrapped up in warm coats and jumpers. How come our responses to cold weather are so different? People have been living in cold environments for thousands of years. So why do some of us struggle with the cold more than others, and what, if any, adaptations have our bodies made…

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Whatever happened to...? 29:07

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Sometimes, despite the hype, despite extensive funding, and despite clever and ingenious thinking, good ideas fail. Or at least don’t live up to their initial promise. There are lessons to be learnt and interesting anecdotes to be told. In this episode we look at four future-focused projects that have never really taken off: Google Glass, solar roa…

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312. UNPLUGGED: I Don't Want to Drive Anymore ... Here's Why 10:41

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What happens when driving becomes a burden? In this Unplugged episode of SAE Tomorrow Today, join host Grayson Brulte for a candid conversation sparked by his own realization: hesimply doesn’t want to drive anymore. Listen in to discover why more people are finding comfort, calm, and even joy in autonomous driving systems like Tesla’s Full Self-Dri…

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Sage Geosystems' bet on underground energy storage 38:07

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About 90% of global energy storage is pumped storage hydropower – which requires a mountain, a lake, and a whole lot of permitting. While lithium batteries have gotten drastically cheaper over the last decade, they’re still expensive for longer durations. But Cindy Taff and her team at Sage Geosystems are developing geothermal technology that could…

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EP 16: Suspiciously Earth-like 28:30

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In this episode, we will be covering the presence of odd-z elements in supernovae and spider features on Europa. Sources: Odd-Z Elements: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41550-025-02714-4 Spider fractures: https://doi.org/10.3847/PSJ/ae18a0 This Episode was Filmed by Aidan Chan and Vriddhi Mittal. Editing by Aidan Chan. Contact us at contactthehabitablezo…

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Dec 14 - 20, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast 16:07

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/12/dec-14-20-2025-weekly-forecast/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifest, and share…

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Can you play the guitar underwater? 26:29

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Smashing up guitars is a classic rock star activity, but how about drowning them? Seven-year-old listener Cornelius asked CrowdScience to find out what happens if you play a guitar underwater. Could this be the next avant-garde music sensation? Host and amateur musician Caroline Steel tackles Cornelius’ question with the help of one increasingly so…

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Inside Microsoft’s plan to remove 50 years of carbon emissions 35:59

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In 2020, Microsoft announced a major goal: by 2050 the company aims to remove from the atmosphere all the carbon emissions it has produced since its founding in 1975. When Phil Goodman joined the company in 2022, he quickly found that the market for Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) was just getting off the ground. That meant that in order to meet its c…

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A Future Tense retrospective 29:06

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This is the program’s final episode and, as such, we look back over the past 17 years. What did the future look like back in 2009 when the show first aired? What have been the major trends during that time? Which predictions came to fruition and which didn’t? And what cautions do our guests have as we look ahead? Guests Mica Sifry – US-based writer…

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311. Powering the Next Wave of EV Adoption 40:59

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There’s no doubt that convenience is the new currency for EV owners. But given the tug-of-war between utilities, data centers, and EV charging infrastructure providers, what does it all mean for consumers and commercial fleets? Listen in as we sit down with Jason Greenblatt, Senior Practice Consultant at Energetics, to explore the latest data, tren…

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Dec 7 - 13, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast 15:11

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/12/dec-7-13-2025-weekly-forecast/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifest, and share …

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EP 15: Complex Molecules in Space 14:23

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In this episode, we will discuss the discoveries of Linear Propadienone in an interstellar cloud and complex organic molecules on Bennu. Original Sources: Linear Propadienone: https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2511.19775 Bennu: https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2512461122 This Episode was Filmed by Aidan Chan and Vriddhi Mittal. Editing by Aidan Chan. Cont…

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Can we turn deserts green? 33:04

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Can we turn the world’s deserts green? CrowdScience listener Youcef is captivated by the idea of bringing water back to Earth’s driest landscapes. With sea levels rising and huge stretches of land drying out each year, he wonders whether redirecting seawater inland could offer a solution to both problems. Presenter Alex Lathbridge sets out to inves…

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Is AI really taking over the internet? 29:06

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How many of the articles you see on the internet are actually written by AI, not by humans? We'll give you a figure based on the latest research. Also, why is Google moving away from its well-established search-engine algorithm in favour of AI-generated summaries; The importance of remembering that urban planning isn't just about buildings, it's ab…

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310. Electrifying Europe’s Heavy-Duty Trucks 34:47

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When it comes to battery electric trucks, is real-world data beating consumer expectations? According to findings from The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), the real-world driving range of heavy duty electric trucks is 10 to 20% better than what is communicated by truck manufacturers. It’s an exciting finding — and one that coul…

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DECEMBER 2025 • KarmicTools Monthly Update • Events + Resources 11:25

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This Month's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/12/december-2025-monthly-update/ ‎ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Monthly Update is posted around the first of every month and covers the general Energetic Support which affects people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to m…

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Nov 30 - Dec 6, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast 18:23

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/12/nov-30-dec-6-2025-weekly-forecast/ ‎ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifest, and …

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How big is a rainbow? 29:03

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When listener Sakura’s husband came home from his morning walk in Cambridgeshire, UK, he told her about a massive rainbow he’d seen. But when he showed her a picture, she didn’t think it was particularly large. So how big is a rainbow really? Are they always the same size? And if some are bigger than others, is there a limit? To find the answers, p…

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A tale of two futuristic cities 29:06

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Designing a futuristic city is a fraught task — a mixture of ambition, state of the art technology, inevitable budget blowouts and the need to not just inspire, but awe. We get an update on the progress of two mega metropolises — Xiongan in China and Neom in Saudi Arabia. Also, how a better understanding of the brain can help deter future conflicts…

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EP 14: Surprise Neptunes and Machine Learning 17:46

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In this episode we will discuss discovery of a brand new planet, as well as the use of Machine Learning in the search for signs of life. DOIs: TOI-333b: https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2511.13832 Machine Learning Model: https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2514534122 This Episode was Filmed by Aidan Chan and Vriddhi Mittal. Editing by Aidan Chan. Contact us…

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EP 13: Mass Ejections and Binding Energy Detections 22:00

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In this episode, we will be exploring Massive Coronal Mass Ejections, and the small nuances of Binding Energy Distributions in Space. DOIs: Coronal Mass Ejections: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-025-09715-3 Binding Energy Distributions: https://doi.org/10.3847/1538-4357/ae064a This Episode was Filmed by Aidan Chan and Vriddhi Mittal. Editing by Aid…

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Nov 23 - 30, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast • Events Note from Kelly 29:49

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/11/nov-23-30-2025-forecast-events-note-from-kelly/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to man…

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Why do we cry? 30:00

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Tears of joy, tears of sadness, tears of frustration or tears of pain - humans are thought to be the only animals that cry tears of emotion. CrowdScience listener Lizzy wants to know: why do we cry for emotional reasons? What is its evolutionary benefit? And why do some people cry more than others? It turns out that humans cry three types of tear: …

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Ancient viruses, new threats 29:06

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The global Covid 19 lockdown may seem like an eternity ago, but the threat of another full-scale pandemic has never resided. Scientists warn that as the Arctic permafrost continues to melt ancient viruses and bacteria are gradually being freed from the ice. The risks are significant, but researchers are working to identify potential threats and bet…

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308. Conquering the Australian Outback with Solar Power 23:33

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What does it take to race 3,000 kilometers across the unforgiving Australian Outback powered only by the sun? Listen in as we sit down with Martijn Boonen, Electrical Engineer & Driver, Brunel Solar Team, and Tony Mathew, Global Market Manager, Teijin Aramid, to reveal the secrets behind their record-breaking solar car victory at the 2025 Bridgesto…

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37. Why I Left Social Media -- Reading as Rebellion 21:56

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The best marketing strategy? Telling the truth. Your truth is your success. I'm sharing why I left Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok — and what I’m doing instead: reading, creating, and focusing on meaningful work. I dive into the books that transformed my life, art, and healing, including: The Ultimate Coach, Adult Children of Emo…

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Captura's high-stakes gamble 30:21

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Back in January, Captura CEO Steve Oldham was sitting in a conference room in Hawaii, entertaining reps from the company’s first potential customer. What the customer didn’t know was that Captura’s ocean-based carbon removal pilot –the whole reason for the visit – still wasn’t working. The stakes were high. Steve’s team needed to prove they could p…

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Do tsunamis affect marine life? 26:54

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Tsunamis destroy buildings, habitats and danger to everything in its path on land. But how do they affect life under the water? That's what CrowdScience listener Alvyn wants to know, and presenter Anand Jagatia is searching beneath the waves for answers. Anand meets Professor Syamsidik who is learning about how tsuanami waves are formed to help pro…

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Nov 16 - 22, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast • Events + Resources 28:40

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/11/nov-16-22-2025-forecast-events-resources/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifest,…

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Microplastic removal and decarbonising cement 29:07

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Negotiations over a global treaty on microplastics have broken down. So, where to from here for one of the world's biggest environmental threats? We also get an update on new efforts to clean-up the cement production industry; and we look at AI chatbots and the increasing role they're playing as sources of advice and emotional support. Guests Dr Pr…

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307. AI and Digital Engineering for Safer Defense 36:57

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Will the future of combat look like your smartphone? As the nature of warfare changes, new technology is driving smarter, faster decisions on the battlefield. BAE Systems is accelerating next-gen combat capability through Digital Engineering (DE), a data-driven approach that connects decades of real-world experience with advanced modeling, simulati…

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Nov 9 - 15, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast • Events + Resources 12:31

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/11/nov-9-15-2025-forecast-events-resources/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifest, …

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EP 12: What truly affects the solar cycle? 12:46

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In this episode, We will be uncovering whether or not planets truly affect the solar cycle in a meaningful way. The period of Jupiter does seem to suspiciously line up with the length of the solar cycle... DOI: https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2511.03889 (Do Planets Affect the Behavior of Long-term Solar Activity, Katsova) This Episode was Filmed by …

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Are near-death experiences real? 26:26

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In your final moments, they say, you may walk down a tunnel of light. You might rise above your body, watching the scene below before passing into another world. Perhaps you’ll be met by glowing figures, see your life flash before your eyes, or feel a deep, unearthly calm. These are the stories of people who’ve reached the edge of death and returne…

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Boston Metal’s path to carbon-free steel 37:38

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This year in the U.S., steel manufacturers will produce more than 71 million tons of steel – enough to build nearly 200 Empire State buildings. It's a stunning statistic, but not surprising. The steel industry has fueled economic growth and innovation in America since the early 1800s. But for every ton of conventional steel produced, two tons of CO…

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Special • SCORPIO Gate of Power • Energetic Support • Nov 6 - Dec 21, 2025 45:46

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This is an EXCERPT for our SCORPIO Gate of Power Seasonal FIRE Ceremony on 11.2.2025. We get together every 6-weeks, at the Turn of the Wheel, to Honor the Sacred Seasons as we move throughout the year, intentionally and as a Community. You can Register HERE to Access the FULL Replay, Tools + Resources: https://www.KarmicTools.com/nov-2025-scorpio-…

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Learning how to learn in the age of generative AI 29:07

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It's exactly three years since ChatGPT burst onto the scene. In that short period of time the process of academic assessment has been in upheaval. Across the world educators are trying to address how students should be assessed and whether AI can be used for more than just helping a student to cheat. But a growing number of education researchers sa…

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306. Your Order Has Landed: The Power of Drone Delivery 31:15

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From crispy French fries to critical medical supplies, one company is transforming how goods move around the world with autonomous drone delivery technology. In 2016, Zipline began with life-saving deliveries of blood and medical products in Rwanda and has since evolved into a global network expanding access to healthcare, consumer goods, and food.…

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Why do people love horror films? 31:26

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For some they’re the stuff of nightmares, but many of us can’t get enough of horror films. For Halloween, CrowdScience investigates the science of why we enjoy films that scare the living daylights out of us. CrowdScience listener Maria from Taiwan is one of those people who would rather avoid frightening films, yet her husband loves them and is al…

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Nov 2 - 8, 2025 • KarmicTools Weekly Forecast • Events + Resources 25:49

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This Week's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/11/nov-2-8-2025-forecast-events-resources/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast is posted every weekend and covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to manifest, a…

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Disinformation, digital tech and democracy 29:06

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In this programme we hear three thoughtful perspectives on the threat digital technologies pose for democracy. Henry Farrell from Johns Hopkins University argues disinformation must be tackled at a group level, not an individual one. Philosopher, John Tasioulas, says modern representative democracy is too easily corrupted by big tech. And AI specia…

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305. Fast-Tracking Hydrogen’s Role in Aviation 40:37

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If you still think hydrogen was the cause of the Hindenburg disaster, allow Danielle McLean, Founder and Executive Director of HYSKY Society, to debunk that myth for you. What first began as a hydrogen-powered eVTOL startup quickly revealed a bigger challenge for the aerospace engineer: the need for scalable, affordable clean hydrogen. In response,…

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NOVEMBER 2025 • KarmicTools Monthly Update • Events + Resources 11:53

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This Month's Post [transcript]: https://KellyMBeard.com/2025/10/november-2025-monthly-update/ Kelly M Beard's Karmic Tools Monthly Update is posted around the first of every month and covers the general Energetic Support which affects people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Kelly loves to discuss how these energies tend to man…