Money shouldn't be this hard - and it isn't! Join YNAB founder Jesse Mecham each week as he dives into spendfulness, a mindset that will help you stop second-guessing, spend more confidently, and live the life you want.
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The Literary Deep Dive brings classic literature to life with precise, engaging analysis. Each book receives a dedicated series that breaks down themes, characters, symbols, and context, perfect for students studying for exams or readers seeking a more profound understanding. Hosted by the creator of University Teaching Edition. New episodes every Wednesday.
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The PsychSessions podcast is co-hosted by Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College and Eric Landrum from Boise State University. We leverage our connections with psychology teachers from all levels (high school, community college, college, university) and individuals from other occupations to have meaningful conversations about what it means to be an educator. Of course, we veer away from the teaching conversation from time to time to hear about origin stories and the personal perspectives of our ...
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From the evolution of intelligent life, to the mysteries of consciousness; from the threat of the climate crisis to the search for dark matter, The world, the universe and us is your essential weekly dose of science and wonder in an uncertain world. Hosted by journalists Dr Rowan Hooper and Dr Penny Sarchet and joined each week by expert scientists in the field, the show draws on New Scientist’s unparalleled depth of reporting to put the stories that matter into context. Feed your curiosity ...
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Rev. Dr. Jason Garwood, teaching pastor, reformer, and author of The Politics of Humanism, discusses humanism from a Christian perspective. He received his Bachelors of Science in Bible from Cairn University, earned his Master of Divinity from Missio Seminary, and received his Doctor of Theology from Hope Seminary. He has spent his career seeking to both understand and apply the Biblical worldview to every single area of life. His aim is to help pastors and churches be better equipped to eng ...
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Every date on the calendar marks a moment that changed everything. Welcome to The Daily History Chronicle, where host Richard Backus, publisher of University Teaching Edition, brings history to life through compelling 15-minute stories that connect the past to our present. Each day, we travel back to explore a pivotal moment in history, from revolutions and discoveries to tragedies and triumphs. But these aren't just dates and facts. They're stories of courage, conflict, innovation, and cons ...
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Student leaders in their first year of Student Leadership NORTH are using primary and secondary resources on specific topics in Georgia to record historical podcasts. These podcasts are sponsored in part by the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources Eastern Region Program, coordinated by Waynesburg University.
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Join a virtual staffroom of keen teachers to explore the best teaching method known to science: storytelling. In 2014, Epic Tales and EU Lifelong Learning proved that children perform an average of 26% better in tests when taught through stories, a fact that's since been backed up by London's Institute of Education and Bath University, so we're here to help your learners achieve greater success in English, Maths, Science, and more. Hosted by Oxford Owl storyteller Chip Colquhoun, author of t ...
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www.knowthename.com SHARON LYNN WYETH graduated from the University of Redlands with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics at the age of twenty. She began teaching that same year in a public Junior High School in California. During her three years there, she obtained her Master of Arts degree from Azusa-Pacific University in education administration with an emphasis in math. After her initial teaching assignment, Sharón moved to Germany where she taught for the Department of Defense Sc ...
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Explore the rich symbolic landscape of The Outsiders and discover how S.E. Hinton transforms concrete objects into vehicles for exploring abstract ideas about identity, belonging, and social justice. In this episode, we examine how hair symbolizes both pride and vulnerability, how sunsets represent shared humanity across class boundaries, and how t…
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How mRNA vaccines teach your body to kill cancer; Grim state of climate action; Why birds sing the dawn chorus
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29:20Episode 328 Not only has the mRNA covid vaccine saved 14 million lives, it may also help our bodies fight off cancer. A study of cancer patients undergoing immunotherapy treatment showed those who received an mRNA vaccine lived nearly twice as long - and this effect was discovered by accident. In a trial of cancer vaccines, Elias Sayour’s team at t…
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Jesse is taking a short break while he's on the road. He'll be back in a couple weeks! Follow Budget Nerds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuIUGmbCDklkDCDm-cQqv2g Watch The Jesse Mecham Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessemechamshow Got a question for Jesse? Send him an email: [email protected] Sign up for a free 34-day tria…
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"The Outsiders" Style and Language Analysis
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27:18Discover the sophisticated craft behind S.E. Hinton's seemingly effortless prose in The Outsiders. In this episode, we examine how Hinton uses first-person retrospective narration to create both intimacy and perspective, exploring narrator reliability, time manipulation, and authentic adolescent voice. Learn how Hinton balances contemporary slang w…
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E236: Mitch Handelsman: Education, ethics, music, and AI
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59:24In this episode Eric interviews Mitch Handelsman from the University of Colorado Denver, in Denver, CO. They engage in a spirited conversation about various topics, including university mottos and logos, the history of their academic careers, and the impact of AI on teaching and learning. Mitch elaborates on his background, the influence of his fam…
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Neuroscience of reality; Quest for dark matter; Folklore of geoscience (New Scientist Live Special)
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28:29Episode 327 A special episode recorded on October 18 at New Scientist Live in London, featuring experts in geoscience, dark matter and neuroscience. Anjana Khatwa is an Earth scientist and TV presenter. In her new book, The Whispers of Rock, she brings together Western scientific knowledge about the evolution of our Earth and indigenous knowledge a…
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First climate tipping point triggered; Man controls another person's body by brain implant; health worries over sumo wrestlers
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34:00Episode 326 The world’s first major climate tipping point has been triggered. The decimation of warm water coral populations caused by rising temperatures is now irreversible - passing the point of no return. The global consequences of widescale coral dieback could be catastrophic, so experts are sounding the alarm. But is anyone listening? A man w…
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Changing The Rules of Money | Dave Crombleholme Live from Fan Fest Minneapolis 2025
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29:34In today's episode, Jesse hands over the mic to YNAB team member Dave Crombleholme, who presented at the Minneapolis Fan Fest in June 2025. Dave is perhaps most famous for his idea of the Wish Farm at YNAB, but he's also spent a long time wrestling with the word budget. In Dave's presentation, he outlines various iterations of the YNAB rules over t…
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Explore the thematic heart of The Outsiders and discover what elevates this story from an entertaining narrative to enduring literature. In this episode, we examine how S.E. Hinton addresses fundamental questions about class conflict, family loyalty, violence, identity, and justice, themes that resonated in 1967 and remain urgently relevant today. …
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Sidebar 29: Psychology Research Experience Preparedness (PREP) program
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28:03In this sidebar episode Eric interviews Malin Lilley (Texas A&M University-Central Texas), Dawn Weatherford (Texas A&M University-San Antonio), and Ho Huynh (Australian National University). They discuss the development and impact of the Psychology Research Experience Preparedness (PREP) program. Designed by three psychology colleagues, PREP aims t…
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Space 2075: How Humanity Will Live, Work and Make Drugs off-planet | Live Recording at the Royal Society
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53:35A special episode all about the future of space exploration, recorded in front of a live audience at the Royal Society in London. Earlier this year, the Royal Society published ‘The Space: 2075 report’, which recognises the huge changes we’re seeing in space exploration, and urges for action to be taken to make sure the next 50 years of activity in…
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Daily 15-minute history podcast connecting pivotal moments from the past to today's world. Hosted by Richard Backus, publisher of University Teaching Edition.By Richard G. Backus
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Can Red Light Therapy Actually Transform Your Health?
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57:12Dr. Susan Smith Jones, PhD, Author and founder of Health Unlimited, discusses the latest science on whether there exists actual evidence based therapeutic value to red light therapy in improving human health. With new attention being given by mainstream healthcare providers such as the Cleveland Clinic, acknowledging a wide potential of established…
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How Jane Goodall changed the world; How the universe ends; How “selfish sperm” affect male fertility
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43:27Episode 324 The legendary primatologist Jane Goodall died last week aged 91, leaving behind a remarkable legacy. Her work studying tool use in chimpanzees completely reshaped the way we view animal intelligence. Fiercely protective of the natural world, she was also responsible for a huge amount of advocacy during her life. Primatologist Alejandra …
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Money Is the Medium, Money Is You | Jesse Live from Fan Fest Minneapolis 2025
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27:57In June 2025 at YNAB Fan Fest Minneapolis, Jesse gave a talk about how money is a medium -- not just of exchange, but, ultimately, of you. When you really examine what it is that money does in the world, it is a thing which translates your energy and effort (required to earn the money) into tangible goods and services. When you draw a throughline b…
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“The Outsiders” Introduction and Background
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In this episode Eric interviews Jon Grahe from the Gaffney Group and Illumin Analytics in a Part 2 interview. They discuss his journey from being a psychology professor to working in sales, particularly in the solar and roofing industries, and now as an advanced funeral planner. Jon shares his experiences of door-to-door sales, the challenges and i…
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UN Agenda 2030 Pushes Its Way into Your Health Care
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55:30Lynne Taylor, recognized educational researcher, writer and speaker also known as the Common Core Diva, discusses the latest push by the transhuman cult to normalize the idea of genetic manipulation through CRISPR technology on to children in the public schools. Supporting Documentation, Articles, and Videos from Lynne Taylor Company name: Nomi Hea…
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Emergency in Antarctica; How movement changes the brain; Why women live longer than men
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30:56Episode 323 Temperatures in Antarctica have soared by over 35°C. Scientists are concerned about how quickly things are changing on the continent as these warmer temperatures impact the polar vortex. Coupled with record lows in sea ice cover over the last decade, this could be a sign that Antarctic weather patterns have shifted permanently. What’s d…
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How to Stop Worrying About Money (If You're Not a Billionaire)
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8:29When worry creeps in to your money, the knee jerk response is to think: "I just need to make more money, that will solve my problems." But as Jesse shares in a humorous conversation with his daughter, it's interesting how quickly you can spend more and more money in your mind. Unless you're a billionaire, money has a way of becoming stressful when …
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Individualized Healthcare is the Antidote to Corporate Medicine
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58:30Doctor Ralph La Guardia discusses very important role of the private physician in delivering individualized healthcare and how it may serve as the antidote to one-size-fits-all 'public-private' partnerships between government and companies, which is commonly referred to as 'Corporate Medicine.' Dr. Ralph La Guardia is a triple specialized physician…
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Skull rewrites story of human evolution; Autism and Tylenol; discovery of wind coming from black hole
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33:57Episode 322 An ancient skull discovered in China may have just rewritten the story of human evolution. It’s widely accepted that the common ancestor of Homo sapiens, Denisovans and Neanderthals came out of Africa. But this skull upends that assumption - potentially showing human evolution began in Asia. Discover how a new reconstruction of the Yunx…
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Stop Worrying about Your Kid Getting Into Yale
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8:16It's no secret, college is expensive. But if you haven't looked in a few years, college has gotten really expensive, especially certain schools with a lot of name recognition and clout. Jesse has a senior in high school, so as he's been helping with the college application process, he's been pondering: is college worth it? And more importantly, is …
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E234: Mary Kite: Career reflections, a new chapter, and an academic legacy
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54:31In this episode Eric interviews Mary Kite from Ball State University in Muncie, IN. Mary shares her recent retirement journey and the factors influencing her decision, including personal loss and the changing landscape of higher education. The discussion delves into the impact of legislative changes on academic freedom and the introduction of AI in…
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CRISPR Gene Editing Being Pushed on School Children
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59:54Lynne Taylor, recognized educational researcher, writer and speaker also known as the Common Core Diva, discusses the latest push by the transhuman cult to normalize the idea of genetic manipulation through CRISPR technology on to children in the public schools. Supporting Documentation, Articles, and Videos from Lynne Taylor The news that broke la…
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The evolutionary price we pay for longer lives; the asteroid coming VERY close to Earth; how dinosaurs shaped the ecosystem
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32:59Episode 321 Humans live a lot longer than other primates - and much of that is down to our immune system. But there’s a price we pay for the capacity to fight off infections: inflammation. Chronic inflammation is to blame for a range of health issues, especially those related to older age. And now research has revealed exactly why inflammation is g…
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When you don't have a plan for your money, it can feel like money is in control of your life. That can be a terrifying feeling! YNAB can not only help you set a plan for your money, but reclaim control of your money, and control over your life. Watch The Jesse Mecham Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessemechamshow Got a question for Jesse…
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Paul Engel: Read & Understand the Constitution to Protect & Defend Freedom
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58:41Mr. Paul Engel, speaker, talk show host, and author of 'Read The Constitution In 30 Days' discusses the absolute importance of both reading and understanding the United States Constitution in order to protect and defend your freedom. The old famous quip by Dr. Benjamin Franklin on the last day of the Philadelphia Convention, September 18, 1787 when…
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Why we can't announce life on Mars (yet); The Romans' impact on the British economy; Link between exercise and your microbiome
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29:59Episode 320 Was Mars once home to alien life? The evidence is stronger than ever, since NASA’s discovery of rocks marked by patterns similar to those made by microbes on Earth. Found in an area now named Bright Angel, these rocks give us a tantalising insight into Mars’ ancient past - but just how definitive is this finding? It’s long been thought …
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Money shouldn't keep you up at night, and it doesn't have to! Giving every dollar a job and asking yourself five questions about what your money needs to do not only grows your bank account, it gives you peace of mind (and better sleep) Watch The Jesse Mecham Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessemechamshow Got a question for Jesse? Send h…
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E233: Eric Amsel: Nurturing potential: Improving student support for aspiring students
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1:27:07In this episode Eric interviews Eric Amsel from Weber State University in Odgen, UT. They discuss the challenges and responsibilities of supporting underprepared students in higher education. Highlighting a case where developmental math and English retention rates were brought from 40% to approximately 60-65%, they emphasize the need for better sup…
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Dr. Anna Blessing: The Importance of Spiritual & Emotional Growth
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55:50Dr. Anna Blessing discusses the importance of spiritual and emotional growth in service of overall well-being and health. Dr. Anna Blessing, PhD, M.Msc, B.Msc, CNC, is a Frequency Medicine Doctor and founder of Tucson Biofeedback. After enduring years of chronic health challenges—including fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, migraines, C-PTSD, and more—…
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First complete map of brain activity; Queen ant lays eggs of another species; The perils of scrolling while on the toilet
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31:10Episode 319 Scientists have created the first complete activity map of a mouse’s brain. Combining brain images from multiple mice, researchers recorded more than 650,000 neurons while these mice manipulated little Lego steering wheels in a driving game. This complex behaviour has allowed scientists to examine the interplay between various parts of …
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New to PsychSessions? Everything You Need to Know in Two Minutes
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1:37New to PsychSessions? Everything You Need to Know in Two MinutesBy Garth Neufeld, Eric Landrum
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Did you make a resolution to have a "no buy year" this year? How's that going? While Jesse loves the idea of a no-buy year, mainly because he loves to experiment with money and behavior, he admits the concept of it is flawed. A "no buy year" typically means you refrain from making any non-essential purchases so that you can save more money. As Jess…
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Will DOGE Save Uncle Sam from Bankruptcy?
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58:29Dr. Daniel Sutter, Professor of economics, author, and policy advisor for the Heartland Institute joins Dr. George discusses the question: Will DOGE actually be able to save the US from bankruptcy? Dr. Sutter is the Charles G. Koch Professor of Economics with the Manuel H. Johnson Center for Political Economy at Troy University and is a Ph.D. gradu…
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History in our Backyard: Names and Places of Georgia Special Edition - Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter
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23:21JIMMY AND ROSALYNN CARTER SPECIAL EDITION. These podcasts are dedicated to Georgia, not just a place, but a testament to those who dared to imagine what could be possible here. These podcasts are produced by Leadership Johns Creek and Student Leadership NORTH and funded in part by the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources Eastern Region…
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Scientists discovered a 100,000-year-old organism; Breakthrough brain implant uses AI to treat pain; How climate change leads to revolutions
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25:50Episode 318 An ancient organism has been discovered that has been alive for at least 100,000 years. Found in the Siberian permafrost, this lifeform doesn’t appear to have just remained dormant - but instead has actually been growing extremely slowly. Our understanding of life is already quite fuzzy, and this finding adds to the idea that life itsel…
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Football season is nearly upon us, and Jesse is thinking about the pigskin again. And money, of course. When you look at the great sports movies, they usually revolve around a struggling team -- often a team of stragglers and dubious athletes -- and a great coach who motivates them, helps them find their desire to compete, and puts them in position…
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Abolishing Dept. of Education Would Return Power to Parents
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57:39Lynne Taylor, recognized educational researcher, writer and speaker also known as the Common Core Diva, discusses the claimed abolition of the United States Department of Education and what that means in reality. Supporting Documentation, Articles, and Videos from Lynne Taylor https://www.commoncorediva.com/aiovg_videos/63955/ (Includes several of …
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E232: Regan Gurung (Part 3): Inspiration, innovation, experience, and transformation
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1:02:07In this episode Garth interviews Regan for a Part 3 interview from Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR. They discuss Regan's journey from his early days in Green Bay to his current position at Oregon State University. Regan shares insights on balancing professional and personal life, emphasizing the importance of social support, sleep, and mai…
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Could we end winter illness?; Cold fusion’s comeback; The delicious microbiome of chocolate
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20:41Episode 317 Winter bugs are notoriously hard to vaccinate against. But as cold, flu and covid season is about to descend on us once more, one group researchers are working on an entirely new solution to the misery. A team out of Columbia University has been testing an mRNA-based treatment that could prime our immune systems to fight against any kin…
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Why Is It So Freaking Hard to Save Money? (And How to Make It Easier)
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6:38Saving vs spending... there's no question which one is more fun, right? Obviously, spending! By comparison, saving feels like a chore, something you ought to do, the responsible thing to do, but is definitely less fun. After all, you get something when you spend -- an item, an experience, a service. With saving you get, well, just more money in a p…
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Power to the Patient! – Importance of Medical Autonomy
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54:52Dr. Amber Belt a Naturopathic Physician, discusses how Medical autonomy gives power to the patient so they may take control of their health. With two decades of experience in the medical field, Dr. Belt is poised to help you empower yourself around your health. In her time practicing as a Naturopathic Physician, she has seen firsthand how the Sickc…
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Living an Empowered Life Beyond Cancer, Trauma, and Emotion
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54:37Mr. Brandon LaGreca, LAc, MAcOM is an author, speaker, and holistic medical practitioner who specializes in empowering people through and beyond cancer discusses his new book: Cancer, Trauma and Emotions: A Traditional Medicine Path to spiritual Wholeness. Brandon LaGreca, LAc, MAcOM, grew up on the East Coast of the US and attended Montclair State…
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Climate special: How to fix the climate crisis with Tim Lenton and Kate Marvel
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44:25Episode 316 “All of the other planets out there are just complete garbage. The Earth is the only good place.” – Kate Marvel The climate crisis can leave many of us feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. But, as climate scientists Kate Marvel and Tim Lenton say, there are many reasons to be optimistic.Both have new books out that hope to reframe the way …
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You've probably heard the term "moving the goalposts," that is, a deceptive argument strategy in which you change the question, the criteria, or the standard by which you are evaluating something. The metaphor comes from sports, and it's a good metaphor for personal finance. Early in our adult lives we make a lot choices because money is scarce -- …
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E231: Bill Hill: Legacy, leadership, mentorship, and community (with special guest host Jane Halonen)
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1:10:06In this episode Garth and special guest host Jane Halonen interviewed Bill Hill, emeritus faculty from Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, GA. Bill Hill is a distinguished figure in the field of psychology and a key contributor to the Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP). He discusses his extensive career at Kennesaw State University, wh…
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