Best Old Dome Podcasts (2025)

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The Beard and the Dome Talk Crime Fiction, Podcasts, TV, and Movies 48:54

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After a long hiatus, Hal Humphreys ("The Beard") and John Nardizzi ("The Dome") are back to catch up on PI work, wins, and losses, and to share what they love to read, watch, and listen to when they’re not uncovering malfeasance or defending clients. Most of these books, shows, movies, and podcasts are related to crime and investigations. Some only…

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195: Holiday Special IX: Chanukah in Warsaw & Christmas in Washington, D.C. 37:25

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“This year very few Hanukkah candles were lit.” / “This is a strange Christmas Eve.” This is the story of 1941’s wartime holiday season. It’s difficult to conjure up a more miserable picture than the Warsaw Ghetto, but Jewish residents are doing their best to stay close to their faith in spite of the dismal circumstances. In a sermon that draws par…

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Best Science Stories of 2025 52:00

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In this episode, we're revisiting some of the most magical moments and scientific milestones of 2025 - including the incredible legacy of Dame Jane Goodall, the brain-wave reading bionic-knee, why labradors are so greedy, and the beer that doesn't give you a hangover... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Google’s Former CEO Is Dancing in Ukraine 1:09:00

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Earlier this year journalist Ben Makuch caught a glimpse of Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, dancing at a club in Kyiv. It was a surreal moment, a snapshot of a tragic war that the West thinks is defining the future of conflict. Tech executives have flocked to Ukraine, courting the country in an attempt to get at a resource more precious tha…

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MI6 pushes cyber security, and WHO warns of fat jab shortage 30:35

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This week, defence analyst, Michael Clarke, explains the significance of the MI6 agency's scientific shift. Will it help counter Russia's technological threat? Plus, the University of Glasgow's Naveed Sattar tells us why weight loss medicine could be a silver bullet for global obesity, Ellie Diamant at Bard College on beaky birds during COVID, and …

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What's a white Christmas, and will we get one this year? 29:48

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Today, in partnership with UK Research and Innovation, we are asking whether it will snow on the 25th of December. It's frequently called a white Christmas and - at this time of year - weather forecasters and the bookies are busy weighing up the odds. So we've set out to explore how weather predictions are made, what constitutes snow, the role of t…

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‘Capitalism Is a Series of Regime Changes’ 48:02

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Another week and another Angry Planet about the horrifying systems that rule our lives. Is there a depressive theme running through the work right now? Possibly. I promise we’ll soon replace it with rage. This week on the show we have Sven Beckert to talk about his new book Capitalism: A Global History. Beckert is a professor of history at Harvard …

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New monkeypox virus strain, and Chernobyl's dome damaged 31:23

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On this week's news podcast, Emory University's Boghuma Titanji on the discovery of a new strain of monkeypox in the UK, and efforts to curb the virus with a breakthrough vaccine. Plus, the drone damage to the shield preventing radiation leaking from the Chernobyl nuclear site, evidence from southern England that Neanderthals deliberately made fire…

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Titans of Science: Paul Davies 31:28

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Titans of Science is all about showcasing science superstars making huge breakthroughs and giant leaps foward in their scientific realms. In this episode, we turn the telescope around around to consider the extremely strange effects that kick in when physics shrinks down to the atomic scale. We are, of course, taking a tour through the world of qua…

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194: Pearl Harbor: December 7, 1941 1:03:23

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“Man your battle stations! This is no sh*t!” This is the story of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. It’s 7:55 on Sunday morning, December 7, 1941. 183 Japanese aircraft descend on the United States Naval Base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Sailors awaken to a nightmare as “Battleship Row” becomes a graveyard, hundreds of US planes are destroyed withou…

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The US Government’s AI Grand Bargain 54:22

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The White House is portraying the race to adopt AI as an existential crisis. It’s the next Manhattan Project, they say, a technology so important it will require an unprecedented build out of energy infrastructure and massive data centers. But the Manhattan Project was a government-led technological drive whereas AI is led by salesmen and corporati…

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Facial recognition tech, and Russia destroys launchpad 27:32

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Coming up, we explore the UK's plans to rollout facial recognition technology. Is it a bold move to catch violent criminals, or scientific and ethical overreach? Also, why volcanic eruptions may have aided the spread of the second wave of the Black Death in Europe, what caused damage to Russia's space launchpad in Kazakhstan, and whether bacteria c…

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Titans of Science: Georgina Long 30:23

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The Naked Scientists welcome the return of a new series of Titans of Science, where the world's scientific, medical, and technological pioneers tell us about the significance of their work. Today's episode features Georgina Long, the director of the Melanoma Institute Australia, who has used groundbreaking techniques to overcome the disease. Melano…

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Prostate cancer screening, and DNA building blocks in Bennu 28:33

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On this week's news podcast, the former UK prime minister, David Cameron, calls for prostate cancer screening following his diagnosis. But does it really help to know you have the disease? Also, we find out about the DNA composition of the carbon-rich asteroid Bennu, the underlying cause of Santorini's recent earthquakes, and scientists discover wh…

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New ways to combat the Antibiotic Apocalypse 32:49

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Today, synthetic bacteriophages, a breakthrough vaccine for TB, and how unpicking the pathways used to make antibiotics are helping scientists to combat rising rates of antimicrobial resistance around the world... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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193: The Empire of the Rising Sun: Military Imperialism in Japan (1853–1941) 1:03:38

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“To be perfectly frank, the ways you and I look at the Chinese are fundamentally different. You seem to think of them as human, but I see them as pigs.” This is the origin story of the Empire of the Rising Sun. After an uninvited visit from one Commodore Matthew Perry and his four black ships, Japan opens its doors to the wider world, ending seven …

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Deadwood: The Town that Made the Wild West 51:12

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Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com This week on Angry Planet we’re taking a break from the horrors of the present to explore horrors of a past distant enough now that they’re entertaining. But then, America found those horrors pretty entertaining at the time, too. Even when it was still a thriving community and a g…

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Small modular reactors for Wales, and moss survives in space 30:56

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In the news, why the UK appears to be betting big on small modular nuclear reactors. Also, Iran seeds the skies in bid to end its worst drought in decades. And moss grows fat on a rolling stone - but a new study claims it can survive in space. We'll explore the significance. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Technical Surveillance Countermeasures 27:01

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Technical Surveillance Countermeasures. TSCM. It's the polished term for bug sweeps. It sounds glamorous, right? But in practice, it's a field littered with hucksters and halfwits wielding gadgets that flash and beep like slot machines. And the folks who hire them are often scared, stressed, and in some cases, mentally ill. Real TSCM professionals …

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A climate COP out? 31:43

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Today, we're analysing the COP30 conference in Brazil, asking whether the will to tackle climate change is drying up. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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Learning to Love the Stagnant Order 59:27

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Is your Empire feeling less than fresh? Does it feel like the modern world’s best days are behind it? Do conquest and global power politics not hit as good as they used to? Welcome to the Age of Stagnation, a time when the fruits of the Industrial Revolution can be enjoyed but not replicated. It’s making us all a little crazy, especially world lead…

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Flu season starts early, and staving off hungry seagulls 28:06

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In the news show, flu season starts early in the Northern hemisphere due to pesky new strains, so will vaccines be effective? Also, the baby 'swim cap' which promises less invasive brain monitoring, and the European Space Agency's GPS powered satellites which are surveying the water cycle. Then, we find out the best way to shout at seagulls to stop…

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Florida Freeze & Football Fever 1:03:47

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It’s freezing in Florida, and the chaos is real! The brothers break down the sudden cold snap, Dave’s dad’s big wedding weekend, and introduce a brand-new franchise owner to the NFFFL. Then it’s wall-to-wall football. Iowa High School playoff recap, Dowling dominance, Pleasantville vs. Iowa City Regina highlights, and a fresh look at the Player of …

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80 years of nuclear weapons 31:34

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, we go nuclear, and explore the science and politics of weapons of mass destruction... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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192: A Conversation with Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein: The American Revolution and WWII 57:46

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Professor Greg Jackson sits down with legendary documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and his co-producer Sarah Botstein to discuss their newest film series, The American Revolution plus a conversation about their 2007 WWII series, The War. Ken and Sarah’s latest endeavor about the American War for Independence has been in production for nearly a decade,…

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‘Goliath’s Curse’ and the Surprising Benefits of Societal Collapse 1:04:29

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We’re obsessed with apocalypses, big and small. We fantasize about what the future might look like after the fall of society and fear the coming tribulation. Rome fretted about decline until its end. Stories of the Sea Peoples terrified the monarchs of the Late Bronze Age. During the 30 Years’ War, Europeans imagined Armageddon had finally begun. B…

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Vaping rates surge, and space race to deliver economic boon 29:36

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: Among British people vapers now outnumber smokers for the first time. From Big Bang to Big Crunch - the new theory showing the expansion of the Universe might be slowing down. And, evidence that our early ancestors, three million years ago, may have excelled at DIY!Linda - So these are the annual population …

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“Welcome to the Bingham Chaos” 1:03:33

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It’s pure Bingham energy this week, unpredictable, loud, and just the right amount of unhinged. BinghamCast debut? Blackstone? The Bearded Wonder? All the Playoffs and so much more. Grab your headphones, it’s organized chaos, Bingham-style. Thanks for tuning in to the 2 Brothers Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review—your support …

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The National Physical Laboratory at 125 32:48

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, we go behind the scenes at the National Physical Laboratory as it celebrates 125 years at the forefront of science... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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Bonus: Eleanor Roosevelt "Over Our Coffee Cups" 7:19

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Today Professor Jackson tells the story of Eleanor Roosevelt’s “Over Our Coffee Cups” weekly radio show. Starting in the fall of 1941, the First Lady took to the airwaves with this cafe-style program to provide information and comfort as the nation began mobilizing for war. This short story is an example of the extras you can get as an HTDS premium…

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“Tricks, Treats & Touchdowns” 1:06:21

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Tricks, Treats & Touchdowns! From Bailey’s championship win to Gracen finally getting his cast off, we cover Iowa High School Football Playoffs, debate the greatest basketball shoes ever, and share the best Halloween costumes and candy of all time. Laughter, family, and spooky vibes, don’t miss it! Thanks for tuning in to the 2 Brothers Podcast! Do…

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Yes, US Strikes On Alleged Drug Traffickers Are Illegal. That Won’t Stop Them 59:54

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Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com This week on Angry Planet we have returning guest and former judge advocate Dan Maurer. The last time he was on the show, Maurer walked us through the consequences of a Supreme Court ruling that asked the question: is it illegal for the President to order SEAL Team Six to kill peo…

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Hurricane Melissa's wake, and alcohol-free beer with a buzz 35:47

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: How the latest science helped the Caribbean prepare for Hurricane Melissa. Also ahead, the alcohol-free beers providing a 'buzz' without the hangover. And, why a German warehouse is simulating a European Moon landing... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Investigations (in Fact and Fiction) 32:38

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Have you ever handled a Title IX or sexual misconduct investigation? Our guest Dan Schorr specializes in them. He’s a Harvard-trained attorney and a former sex crimes prosecutor in New York. Now he’s a sexual misconduct investigator at his own firm and an adjunct professor at Fordham Law School, where he teaches courses on sexual misconduct and dom…

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Proteomics promises a revolution in preventative medicine 29:27

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Today, in association with Proteomics International, we're hearing about a new era in medicine where we can tell people not what diseases they've got, but what ones they will have in ten years' time, giving them a chance to turn things around... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Eye implant restores vision, and corvids follow human calls 34:44

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In the news podcast, a new retinal implant - just two millimetres wide - that is helping restore sight to blind people; a 'pristine' star that gives us a glimpse of the workings of the early Universe; and we'll be finding out how wild rooks can master human commands. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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“Fantasy Wins & Playoff Spins” 1:06:05

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The brothers are back, and Brandon’s got bragging rights after a fantasy football beatdown of Dave (B&P Construction huge over Iowa Power & Light). MLB playoff chaos. The guys debate the 32-team high school football matchups for 8 player, A ,1a and 2a. Plus: a backyard batting cages, local heros and Brandon’s surprising NASCAR confession. Thanks fo…

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Frozen Flora: 25 years of the Millennium Seed Bank 31:34

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As the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew celebrate the 25th Birthday of the Millenium Seed Bank in Sussex, James Tytko ventures into its giant underground vaults to learn why they are a crucial part of global plant conservation... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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191: Halloween Special V: “The War of the Worlds” on the Radio 41:50

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“No more defenses. Our army is wiped out—artillery, air force, everything wiped out.” This is the story of the invasion of New Jersey. “The War of the Worlds” is a 1938 radio adaptation of an 1897 science fiction novel by H.G. Wells that details an alien invasion of Earth, a seminal work that popularized the term “Martian” and the theme of “first c…

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Talc linked to cancer, and improving yoghurt with ants 34:06

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: Whether talc-based products - like baby powder - can cause ovarian cancer. Also ahead, the "Sword Dragon of Dorset" found on England's Jurassic Coast. Plus, we'll be finding out about the 'double comet' visible in the night sky... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists…

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Vanessa Guillén and the Importance of Speaking Up 47:49

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Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.com The episode is about Vanessa Guillén, a US soldier who was murdered at Fort Hood in 2020. She also experienced sexual harassment while in the military. I spoke with ABC Special Correspondent John Quiñones about his new podcast, Vanished. It’s a good podcast that covers Guillén’s c…

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Investigating Family Secrets, with a Mitigation Specialist's Mindset 38:19

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After her mother died, Johnisha Matthews Levi was sorting through boxes of ordinary family artifacts. There among the Polaroids, diplomas, and property deeds, she found a piece of paper that forever changed how she saw her family's story. Levi is an author and a former litigation attorney. While she was in law school, she helped represent death row…

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Hearing loss, and what we can do about it 32:18

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, why we lose our hearing and what we can do about it... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists

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190: An Epilogue to US Pre-WW2 Turn from Isolationism to Interventionism and the Influential Americans in London Who Brokered the FDR-Churchill Bromance 1:10:00

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Professor Jackson takes a step back to review themes from episodes 187 through 189 (War in Europe and America’s Response), specifically the slow turn from isolationism to aid via Lend-Lease, and eventually to preparing for war. Prof. Jackson’s guests are Professor Lindsey Cormack, an associate professor of political science at Stevens Institute of …

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Top athlete reveals MND diagnosis, and 2025's Nobel Prizes 41:21

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: Is elite level sport linked with Motor Neurone Disease? We examine the evidence as another top player announces his diagnosis. Also, cages that can sieve out molecules, the immune system peacekeepers; and the quantum realm: we look at this year's Nobel Prizes for science. And, how did birds react to the Grea…

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“Old Home Week & Dome Dreams” Season 2 Episode 5 1:04:30

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It’s old home week in Pleasantville, and the stories (and tackles) are flying. We introduce Gracen buckle fracture Bingham, while actually making a tackle, Bailey’s beach-bound(Hopefully), and Braylon Bingham is officially in the Friday night spotlight. The guys dive into this week’s top performances across Iowa from 8-Player to 5A calling out thei…

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Managing Risk: Big Data, AI, and the Human Factor 40:40

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By Hal Humphreys

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Has COVID-19 weakened our immunity? 30:39

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By The Naked Scientists

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189: World War II in Europe & the American Response (1941): Production & Preparation 1:06:16

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"At long last, Mr. President.”—Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill This is the story of the second year of WWII and the United States’ response. As the war enters its second full year, things are looking dire for Britain: Germany has forced France into submission, the Blitz is in full swing, and the cash-strapped nation is running out of money to …

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Embryos made from skin cells, and remembering Jane Goodall 34:08

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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: US scientists have turned skin cells into human embryos for the very first time. We unpack the significance. Also ahead, the legacy of the primatologist and conservationist, Jane Goodall, who has died at the age of 91. Plus, we hear from a chemist who believes he has cracked the mystery of ghostly lights we …