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Children are full of curiosity and questions about the world. Each Friday, join Molly Oldfield, write of the weekly kids quiz in the Guardian each Saturday, the original QI elf and author and host of Everything Under The Sun (both the book and podcast) as she answers questions sent in by children around the world with the help of experts including Neil Gaiman, Heston Blumenthal, Grayson Perry, Lauren Child, Richard Branson and Sophie Dahl to the fish curators at the Natural History Museum. I ...
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Guardian Science Weekly

Guardian Science Weekly

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The award winning Science Weekly is the best place to learn about the big discoveries and debates in biology, chemistry, physics, and sometimes even maths. From the Guardian science desk Ian Sample, Hannah Devlin & Nicola Davis meet the great thinkers and doers in science and technology. Science has never sounded so good! We'd love to hear what you think, so get in touch via @guardianaudio or [email protected]
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Former Observer columnist Dr Daniel Glaser delves into topical culture as seen through the lens of a neuroscientist. Each episode, he takes one of his weekly columns and digs a little deeper, all with the help of former colleagues and neuroscientists from his research days
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Welcome to the Performance Physique Podcast. Our goal is to help you get faster, fitter, healthier, and happier quicker by bringing science to running, training, nutrition, and fitness. Hosted by Performance Coach, Arj Thiruchelvam, we offer practical tips, expert interviews, and deep dives into the latest research. Regularly featured in the Guardian, Times, The BBC, Women's Fitness and other features for his clear and correct advice! Follow us on @performance_physique or head to our website ...
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All Creatures Podcast

All Creatures Podcast

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The mission of the All Creatures Podcast is to educate listeners on the diverse animals that share our planet. We are in the midst of the Earth’s Six Mass Extinction and many animals need our help if they are to survive.Each week we will discuss a new species, conduct interviews with conservation experts from around the globe, and discuss recent conservation news.
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Weird Science DC Comics Podcast

DC Comics, Comics, Comic Books, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Justice League,DC Comics, DC Comics Reviews, DC Comics News, Pop Culture, Geek, TV, Movies

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Every Sunday Night we review DC Comics - Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Justice League, Green Arrow, Aquaman, Green Lantern, Nightwing, Flash, Titans & More! DC Comics, Comics, Comic Books, DC Comics Podcast, Comics Podcast Comic Book Podcast, Pop CUlture, TV, Movies
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What Could Go Right?

The Progress Network with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas

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What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues of our era, including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy, and make the case for ...
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”Let Me Be Frank” is a podcast from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport and Veritas Catholic Radio featuring the Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano, Bishop of Bridgeport. Each weekly episode features Bishop Frank’s honest opinions about recent Catholic news, reflections on Sunday’s Gospel, questions from diocesan faithful, and frank discussion of topics of faith and Catholicism.
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🎙️ Operation Skyfall: My Journey to First Contact with Mary Varner Zimmerman “The skies are no longer silent… and neither are we.” Step into a liminal world where secrets shimmer behind clouds and truth descends on wings of light. In Operation Skyfall, Mary Varner Zimmerman—author, experiencer, contactee, and emissary of the stars—invites you to look up… and remember. 🛸 UAP sightings. 🪐 Galactic transmissions. 📜 Forbidden scrolls and sacred contact. This is not speculation—it’s a signal. You ...
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Welcome to ”With Love and Aloha,” a life coaching podcast hosted by Alyssa Lee. Tune in each week as she shares personal stories, life lessons, and inspiration to help you live a happy, fulfilling, and balanced life 🩵 🩵 🩵 Each episode brings a mix of coaching, heart-centered insights, and uplifting conversations. Whether you’re looking to find deeper fulfillment in your life, navigate a challenge in your personal life or career, or simply a relaxing space to feel inspired, you’ll find the su ...
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Talk of the Thames

Thames Estuary Partnership

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Listen to relaxed and insightful conversations about the tidal Thames, including history, riverside development, environmental issues and wildlife. Hosted by Chloe Russell.
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Fetch A Pail

Jackie & Jill

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The Fetch A Pail Podcast is hosted by Jackie (Queer, Trans Femme, She/Her) and Jill (Cis, Hetero, Ally, She/Her). We're a bi-weekly friendship podcast about life, culture, and definitely NOT US. Join us for segments like, Queer Qorner, Current Obsession, Cork Board, and Science, Bitch!
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Izzie hates Sci-Fi. Meg loves Sci-Fi. In a bid to save their friendship, Meg has convinced Izzie to watch one piece of science fiction each week. These are not the movies Izzie was looking for.
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Londonist Out Loud

N Quentin Woolf

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Londonist Out Loud is a weekly podcast devoted to life, history and culture in London, UK. Join novelist N Quentin Woolf (www.nquentinwoolf.com) and his special guests, as he peels off the skin of the city and delves into deep-level London, discovering new and hidden qualities of the capital. Recommended by the Telegraph and the Guardian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Echoes of The Wild

Matthew Giardino

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Echoes of the Wild is a storytelling podcast where nature speaks through those who live it. Each week, host Matt Giardino sits down with people whose lives are rooted in the wild — from wolf trackers and kayak guides to wildlife photographers and conservationists. Through real stories and raw moments, the show explores what they do, why it matters, and what we can all learn from their connection to the natural world. If you’ve ever felt the call of the wild — or want to understand it better ...
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Join food journalist Lee Tran Lam to explore Australia’s foodways. Leading Australian food producers, creatives and innovators reveal the complex stories behind ingredients found in contemporary kitchens across Australia. Culinary Archive Podcast is a Powerhouse series. New episodes released weekly. Listen to season 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Soundcloud or YouTube. Image: Alana Dimou Contributing editor Lee Tran Lam is a freelance journalist who has worked with The Sydney Morning Herald, ...
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Reading with Rella B - Interactive Author Visits for Early Reader Families

Rella B - Children's Book Author, Mama, Former Educator

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Looking for a screen-free way to entertain and educate your little ones? 'Reading with Rella B' is perfect for families with early readers, offering a delightful mix of stories, riddles, and interactive exercises that will keep kids entertained and learning. Here's what you'll get: Interactive Read-Alouds 📖: Read by the authors and host. Virtual Author Visits ✨: Meet the authors and hear them share their stories and answer fun questions. Brain Break Activities 🤸‍♂️: Enjoy movement and imagin ...
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This week’s Aloha Friday mini-episode was inspired by both my recent trip to the Big Island 🤍 and the cups of coffee I made with Jamey’s coffee enhancer earlier this week ☕️🩵 It got me thinking about Hawaii coffee, and especially the stories behind our famous Kona coffee 🤍 In this episode, I share the meaning of the word “kona” in Hawaiian and a li…
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Welcome to Episode #168 of Everything Under the Sun! This week the brainy and brilliant Tom Mustill chips in on whether or not whales from Antarctica could communicate with whales from Iceland? 🐳🐋 We find out why the se can be so cold! 🥶🧊🌊 And for our final question of the day we figure out the age old question of why do we get runny noses when we …
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As the Cop30 climate talks continue in Brazil, Madeleine Finlay hears about a landscape at the opposite end of the planet facing the direct impacts of the climate crisis. The Guardian reporter Leyland Cecco recounts a recent trip to Qikiqtaruk (also known as Herschel Island) off the coast of Canada’s Yukon territory, where he saw first hand how ind…
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Some folks today hear the word "immigration" and immediately take sides and prepare for a fight... But the conference of US bishops, at their fall meeting, issued a comprehensive and balanced "Special Pastoral Message" with near unanimous unity... on immigration - looking at human dignity and the orderly regulation of borders. Bishop Caggiano walks…
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Chris and Angie explore the fascinating origins of modern house cats by delving into the African Wildcat's history and features. The discussion highlights the wildcat’s behavior, physiology, and domestication journey that began over 10,000 years ago, leading to the friendly felines many have as pets today. They cover the super-sensory abilities of …
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This week I’m joined by the very intelligent Dr. Jamey Maniscalco, whom I met at a Wellness Summit earlier this year 🩵 Jamey is a neuroscientist, university professor, wellness coach, and founder of Manifest Wellness. 🌿 With a powerful background in psychology and neuroscience, he has a deep understanding of how the brain and body work together — a…
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This year’s flu season has begun more than a month earlier than usual, with a mutated strain spreading widely among younger people and expected to drive a wave of hospital admissions as it reaches the elderly. Science editor Ian Sample speaks to Madeleine Finlay about what we know so far and Prof Ed Hutchinson of the University of Glasgow explains …
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Step back into one of our favourite stories from the wild as we revisit the extraordinary pronghorn , one of North America’s most unique and misunderstood mammals. Chris and Angie explore the physiology that makes them the continent’s unrivalled speedsters, trace their deep evolutionary history alongside now-extinct predators, and look at the conse…
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Check out Comic-Con: The Cruise @ ComicConTheCruise.com/WeirdScience Use code WEIRD to get $250 off your cabin! Check out the talent: https://comicconthecruise.com/talent/ Support Jared's Comic Book https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/-jtl/athena-goddess-of-thunder-issue-1 Gabe's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@comicalopinions Gray's You…
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In this Aloha Friday educational episode, I’m sharing volcano safety tips and what to keep in mind when visiting Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. I share tips on how to stay informed, what to pack and bring, and what to be aware of that is unique to the volcanic environment (Pele’s hair, volcanic gases, etc). It’s an environment where you need to b…
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BBC Radio London: Sara Cox’s 5 Marathons, 74 Ultras, Penguin Row & Cadbury's | Arj Thiruchelvam I joined Shay Kaur-Grewal on BBC Radio London (13 November 2025) for the Week in Review — we covered sport, culture and the stories everyone’s talking about this week. In this episode: Sara Cox’s epic challenge — 5 marathons in 5 days for Children in Nee…
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Welcome to Episode #167 of Everything Under the Sun! This week the the brilliant Kathy Joseph chats to us about how power stations work! 🔋🔌 We discover the deepest depth a whale can go! 🐋🐳 And for our final question of the day we uncover the mysteries of how our body produces saliva! 👅😪 Don't forget, if three questions just aren't enough for you, t…
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This week’s episode centers around a theme that’s I believe is core to living with peace and fulfillment. To enjoy the journey and all the moments along the way, not just the destination 🌿 This idea was inspired by my trip to Kīlauea, our active volcano on the Big Island. I arrived on November 1st, with the eruption window predicted for the 1st thr…
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Ian Sample joins Madeleine Finlay to discuss some of the most intriguing science stories from the week. They discuss the complicated legacy of James Watson, who won the Nobel Prize for the discovery of the structure of DNA; a new breakthrough in the quest to understand the autoimmune disease lupus; and why everyone from Joe Rogan to Kim Kardashian …
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Bishop Caggiano & Steve visited the campus of the school where Steve is known as “Coach”. They opened the floor to all the students of Cardinal Kung Academ so they could ask the Bishop whatever is on their minds and in their hearts. And we got some excellent questions, like: …how can young people discern their vocations?…what is the Church’s actual…
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Chris interviews renowned environmental journalist and author Elizabeth Kolbert. They discuss her impactful books, 'The Sixth Extinction' and the upcoming 'Life on a Little Known Planet,' which highlight the global biodiversity crisis caused by human activity. Elizabeth shares stories from her travels around the world, including Greenland, New Zeal…
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Do you have an uncanny recall for faces? Have you ever recognised the same extra in TV shows that are decades apart? If so you could be part of the small number of super recognisers. Research from the University of New South Wales indicates they naturally pick out the most useful parts of a given face to help commit it to memory. So what else have …
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Dingoes are among Australia’s most iconic yet misunderstood animals. Believed to have arrived on the continent around 5,000 to 10,000 years ago, these wild canines have become an essential part of Australia’s ecosystems. As apex predators, dingoes help regulate populations of kangaroos, rabbits, and feral species, maintaining balance across fragile…
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Check out Comic-Con: The Cruise @ ComicConTheCruise.com/WeirdScience Use code WEIRD to get $250 off your cabin! Check out the talent: https://comicconthecruise.com/talent/ Support Jared's Comic Book https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/-jtl/athena-goddess-of-thunder-issue-1 Gabe's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@comicalopinions Gray's You…
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Gray's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2NfSPGZ5OFcek6Baw3iQQw Join us on Friday Nights @ 7:15 PM EST on our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics when we do the Absolute show LIVE! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics This Week's Patreon-Exclusive Spotlight Show is DC Comics Badass Patreon Spotlight:…
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Welcome to Episode #166 of Everything Under the Sun! This week the knowledgable Jonathan Balcombe tells us how some animals communicate with others! 🙊 We find out how steam trains work and why do they make that 'chuff' sound! 🚂🛤️ And we discover why panthers climb trees and why they're black! 🐆 Don't forget, if three questions just aren't enough fo…
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This week I’m on the Big Island to visit our amazing active volcano, Kilauea 🌋🩶 In this fun fact aloha Friday episode, I share about how to pronounce Kilauea, its meaning as well as some of its history and ties to the mythology of Pele, Hawaii’s volcanic goddess 🌋🩶 Tune in to learn more about our awe-inspiring volcano that is capturing hearts (and …
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Global environment editor Jon Watts goes in search of answers to the question the journalist Dom Phillips was investigating when he was murdered: how to save the Amazon? In the final episode of this three-part series from June 2025, Jon encounters a radical new view of the Amazon’s history being uncovered by archaeologists. Far from an uninhabited …
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Jon Watts, the Guardian’s global environment editor, goes in search of answers to the question the journalist Dom Phillips was investigating when he was murdered: how to save the Amazon? In episode two of this miniseries from June 2025, Jon meets the people trying to make sure the rainforest is worth more standing than cut down – from a government …
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Bishop Frank Caggiano & Steve Lee discuss during this episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano's recent pilgrimage to Greece, where he followed in the footsteps of St. Paul, as well as the life of St. Paul itself. Ultimately, they focus not only on the biographical info of his life, but the messages and lessons found along Paul's Journey detaile…
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Chris and Angie revisit green sea turtles, focusing on their remarkable journey from being endangered to 'least concern’ under the IUCN classification. Originally covered in 2018, the conversation updates listeners on the latest developments, highlighting the role of science, legislation, and community in conservation success. They share personal e…
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Global environment editor Jon Watts goes in search of answers to the question the journalist Dom Phillips was investigating when he was murdered: how to save the Amazon? In episode one of this miniseries from June 2025, Jon explores what’s at stake if we fail to act in time. He hears about the crucial role of the rainforest for South America and th…
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Today I’m joined by a very good friend of mine, Maryann Ramirez - who shares stories and learnings from her personal health journey as a diabetic & her 20 years working at Disney (She just had her 20th anniversary!) 🐭 🏰✨ We talk about topics like happiness is a choice, putting yourself and health first, and the importance of community & finding you…
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As global leaders and environmental activists descend on Brazil for next week’s Cop30 climate summit, Madeleine Finlay speaks to the Guardian’s global environment editor, Jon Watts, who recently sat down for an exclusive interview with the UN secretary general, António Guterres. As he approaches his penultimate summit as the UN chief, Guterres refl…
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This week we’re thrilled to re-release one of our favorite conversations with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant — a wildlife ecologist, National Geographic explorer, and all-around conservation rock star. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Wynn-Grant takes us behind the scenes of her incredible journey studying some of the world’s most iconic carnivores — from grizzl…
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Happy Halloween! Or as said in Hawaiian: Hauʻoli Lā Heleuī 🎃 And for all the trick-or-treaters: Kiliki o Lapu (“Trick or treat!” 🍬) In this Aloha Friday mini episode, I share how to say these Halloween phrases in Hawaiian and explore the history of Halloween and Trick-or-Treating. From ancient Celtic traditions and honoring ancestors to how trick-o…
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Welcome to Episode #165 of Everything Under the Sun! This week is a spooky special! Happy halloween everyone! This week the wonderful Sy Montgomery explains why giant squids have such excellent eye sight! 🦑 We find out how spiders make their awesome webs! 🕷️🕸️ And why we celebrate halloween in the first place! 🎃👻 Don't forget, if three questions ju…
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Science correspondent Nicola Davis investigates the strange story of Tam O’Braan and his attempts to grow tea in Scotland. In episode three, all of Tam’s lies come to a head and Stuart uncovers exactly where Tam was sourcing tea to supply to hotels and shops. At trial, Tam takes the stand and Richard and the Scottish growers finally get some answer…
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In this episode of 'Let Me Be Frank', Bishop Frank Caggiano and Deacon Tim Bolton discuss the ministry of accompaniment, exploring its significance in the church and the personal journeys that shape their understanding of faith. Deacon Tim shares his life experiences, including the challenges he faced with his daughter and late wife, which deepened…
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In this episode, we explore one of nature’s most calming gifts — lavender. I share how I first began using it to help me sleep 🛌, and how it’s now woven into small rituals in my everyday life — from sipping blueberry lavender tea 🍵 to surrounding myself with its peaceful, soft color that helps bring me back to center 🧘🤍 We explore the science behin…
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Chris and Angie revisit the world of bats, focusing on the fascinating ghost bat. Known for its distinctive pale color and incredible hunting abilities, the ghost bat is a unique carnivorous species native to Australia. The episode discusses the ghost bat's behavior, echolocation abilities, and conservation status, emphasizing the threats they face…
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Science correspondent Nicola Davis investigates the strange story of Tam O’Braan and his attempts to grow tea in Scotland. In episode two, Nicola hears how Tam’s network of Scottish tea growers began to have suspicions about exactly what he was selling and where it came from, and how cutting edge science helped provide some answers. Help support ou…
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Science correspondent Nicola Davis investigates the strange story of Tam O’Braan and his attempts to grow tea in Scotland. In episode one, Nicola looks back on her first meeting with Tam while working on a feature about tea plantations in the UK. He was selling his award-winning Scottish-grown tea to some of the UK’s finest hotels, but something di…
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Back to the vault for you to meet the Aye-aye — Madagascar’s most misunderstood primate. With its eerie, skeletal fingers, giant eyes, and nocturnal habits, it’s often called creepy, but in truth, it’s one of nature’s most fascinating survivors. This lemur has evolved to fill the same niche as a woodpecker, tapping trees to find hidden grubs with i…
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Support Jared's Comic Book https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/-jtl/athena-goddess-of-thunder-issue-1 Gabe's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@comicalopinions Gray's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2NfSPGZ5OFcek6Baw3iQQw SuS Records: https://www.youtube.com/@SusRecordsCEO Jared's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ComicsL…
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In this episode, we’re celebrating the nēnē, Hawaii’s beloved state bird. 🪶🌺 We explore the meaning of its name, the history of how it came to the islands, and why it’s one of the rarest and most unique birds in the world. Once nearly extinct, the nēnē now stands as a beautiful symbol of resilience, gentleness, and harmony with the ʻāina. 🎧 Listen …
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Welcome to Episode #164 of Everything Under the Sun! This week Laura Tranfield imparts some knowledge about the way clownfish switch from male to female! 🐟🐠 We get to hear about the origins of air, and how it came to be! 💨🌬️ And how fireflies light up in that beautiful way! 🔥🪰 Don't forget, if three questions just aren't enough for you, there are 3…
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An electronic eye implant half the thickness of a human hair has helped people with incurable sight loss to see again, opening up a potential ‘new era’ in tackling blindness. Madeleine Finlay hears from Mahi Muqit, a surgeon from Moorfields eye hospital in London, about what this implant has meant for his patients and what the future could hold for…
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There are hundreds of thousands of frozen embryos -tiny, frozen babies- in the world today. What to do with all of these human lives? Catholic bioethicist Elizabeth Rex joins Bishop Caggiano to talk about this question, as well as: ...why is contraception immoral? ...what would Bishop Caggiano say to a cohabiting unmarried couple? ...what is IVF an…
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October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, and while I spent the official day privately honoring my little ones, I also wanted to share my story 💜 to bring more light, understanding, and compassion to this topic 🤍 This year, I experienced both a failed IVF transfer and a miscarriage (early losses of two baby boys). And I wanted to share to…
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Chris and Angie explore the fascinating world of praying mantises. As mammalian biologists venturing into the realm of invertebrates, they discuss the diverse species, striking adaptations, and complex behaviors of mantises. Topics covered include their iconic hunting skills, unique physiology, and intriguing mating rituals—complete with the infamo…
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