Best Rex Reed Podcasts (2025)

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What 2025 Taught Us—And Where 2026 Is Taking Us 55:34

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What do foot massage parties, otters, and AI robot tutors have in common? To find out, tune into our special end-of-year conversation featuring the hosts from TED Talks Daily, TED Radio Hour, TED Business, and TED Tech! Elise Hu, Manoush Zomorodi, Modupe Akinola and Sherrell Dorsey got together to share the biggest ideas dominating their industry a…

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Dr. Joy Buolamwini | from Design Matters 1:03:29

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Dr. Joy Buolamwini is a computer scientist and a poet of code who uses art and research to illuminate the social implications of artificial intelligence. She joins to discuss her career as the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, her best-selling book Unmasking AI: My Mission to Protect What is Human in a World of Machines, and her featured r…

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A Marvelous Christmas with Lucy 5:42

10d ago5:42

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To celebrate the holiday season, Lucie Arnaz introduces never before heard recordings of Lucy reflecting on her early family holiday traditions, including a particularly memorable Christmas from her childhood.

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V is for Vino! (and for Vince) 49:18

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Send Mike a message (click here) A chat with Vince Anter, the host of a very popular YouTube show, V is for Vino! It's "all about wine" and more! Each episode covers travel and wine history of a different region of the world, and he's been all over. Vince talks about developing the show, growing up in Cleveland, his drive to become a professional m…

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The multidimensional magic of modern maps | Peter Wilczynski 8:26

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Maps have long helped us understand the world — now, they can help us shape it. Digital cartographer Peter Wilczynski introduces the Living Globe: a real-time, data-rich digital twin of Earth that fuses satellite imagery, sensor data and AI. Watch for a glimpse of the future of maps — and learn how these new tools can help us build the future witho…

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Is AI ruining music? | Dustin Ballard 13:08

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What makes music “real” — is it the instruments, the voice, the creator’s intention or something else entirely? Dustin Ballard, the creative force behind the viral channel “There I Ruined It,” explores the weird, wonderful and sometimes unsettling ways AI is reshaping music. With fiddle solos and AI-powered mashups of your favorite songs, he invite…

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A Day Out With the Reeds in Woodinville! 36:01

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Send Mike a message (click here) Mike's Pacific Northwest road trip continues and finds him in the Wine Meca of Woodinville Washington, just north of Seattle, with his good friends Karin and Jeff Reed. They swirl, sniff, sip and talk about life! Find out why Woodinville is called Woodinville! Hear how a true Oakland A's fan feels about their move t…

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Tech Solutions (#4): How organizations can grow in a post-aid world (with Jacqueline Novogratz) 29:16

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When the Trump administration dismantled USAID, it was the beginning of a post-aid era, says philanthropist and social entrepreneur Jacqueline Novogratz. Aid may not be coming back but in its place Jacqueline hopes creative solutions will emerge to provide independence and dignity at the community level. Jacqueline is the CEO of Acumen and has help…

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A "Re-Visit" to SODO Seattle! 32:34

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Send Mike a message (click here) Back in his HOME town with his High School pal Tammy, Mike takes the podcast back to SODO Seattle, and West Seattle. Great chats about "life" and wine! Check out the Instagram Reel all about the day! And follow Mike on Instagram so you don't miss out! Send Mike an email! Wineries Visited: Nine Hats Sleight of Hand D…

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Tech Solutions (#3): How one of China’s biggest tech companies is tackling carbon removal (with Xu Hao) 22:28

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Tencent is one of China’s biggest tech companies, running the popular Chinese messaging app WeChat and the world’s largest video game vendor. Now, it’s also an up-and-coming force in the field of carbon removal. Xu Hao, the vice president of Sustainable Social Value at Tencent, oversees two of those initiatives: the Carbon Neutrality Lab and Carbon…

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Tech Solutions (#2): How to balance the AI boom and environmental responsibility (with Juan M. Lavista Ferres) 18:55

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The environmental impact of AI is a growing concern. In this episode, Sherrell sits down with Juan M. Lavista Ferres, the Chief Scientist and Lab Director of Microsoft’s AI for Good Research Lab, to discuss his work in using AI for conservation and sustainability. Whether it’s using AI to measure methane gas leaks or allowing AI to optimize healthc…

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Catching Up With the Neufelds in Zillah! 46:58

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Send Mike a message (click here) Mike's on vacation! And tasting wine in the Yakima Valley. This episode comes from JB Neufeld winery in Zillah. Mike chats with (J)ustin and (B)rooke Neufeld, husband and wife winery owners. Find out how it all happened to them, they were college sweethearts! Find out why they named the town Zillah. Mike talks about…

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Tech Solutions (#1): The affordable tech that will revolutionize farming (with Samir Ibrahim and Josephine Waweru) 23:42

2M ago23:42

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When entrepreneur Samir Ibrahim asked farmers in Kenya what problem they most needed solved, the answer was simple: reliable access to water to irrigate their farms year-round. Samir is the CEO of SunCulture, a company replacing diesel- and petrol-powered water pumps with more affordable solar-powered ones. He sits down with Sherrell Dorsey, host o…

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When AI Cannibalizes Its Data | NPR's Short Wave 14:12

2M ago14:12

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Today, we’re featuring an episode from NPR’s science podcast Short Wave. In it, host Regina G. Barber talks to computer scientist Ilia Shumailov about maybe the buzziest topic around: AI. I’m sure you know AI models like OpenAI's ChatGPT are trained on millions of examples of human-written text. Nowadays, a lot of content on the Internet is written…

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The inside story of Notre-Dame's incredible reconstruction | Philippe Villeneuve 15:02

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In a moment that stunned the world in 2019, the famed Notre-Dame in Paris went up in flames, threatening the future of the centuries-old Gothic treasure. Philippe Villeneuve, the chief architect of the cathedral’s restoration, recounts the collective effort to bring the building back to life while honoring its history. Listen for a story of craftsm…

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I’ll probably lose my job to AI. Here’s why that’s OK | Megan J. McArdle 14:11

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Artificial intelligence could cost many of us our careers — but that doesn’t mean we should stop its development, says journalist Megan J. McArdle. As she watches AI encroach on her own craft, she shares a fresh take on the 19th-century Luddites, who tried to destroy machines that would upend their trade. Looking back, McArdle reframes today’s fear…

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How Texas became America’s biggest producer of wind energy 26:59

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This is the surprising story of how Texas – rich in oil and gas – became America's biggest producer of wind energy. For our first episode, Ryan and Anjali talk with Pat Wood, once George W. Bush’s right hand man and head of Texas's Public Utility Commission, to uncover the innovative approach that turned Texas into a renewable energy powerhouse. It…

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Inside a dark web kill list | Carl Miller 16:25

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Who pays for an assassin on the internet? Dark web researcher Carl Miller spent years tracking down the answer to this question. In this chilling talk, he shares how he uncovered real kill orders placed online by seemingly ordinary individuals — and gives an unsettling look at what drives people to the brink. (Note: This talk contains descriptions …

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Interview: The plant-based coating that is eliminating food spoilage | Jenny Du 20:51

3M ago20:51

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If food waste were a country, it’d be the third highest emitter of greenhouse gas emissions after China and the US, says Apeel Senior VP of Operations Jenny Du. Following her talk at TED2025, Du sits down for a conversation with host Sherrell Dorsey on how her lab is creating plant-based coating that can help reduce food spoilage. From combating fo…

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How to build in space for life on Earth | Ariel Ekblaw 13:01

3M ago13:01

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Is space the “final frontier” — or the perfect place to revolutionize life on Earth? Space architect Ariel Ekblaw reveals how self-assembling structures could build orbiting real estate in space dedicated to solving humanity’s greatest dilemmas on Earth, leading to scientific and medical breakthroughs only possible in zero gravity. Hosted on Acast.…

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The AI revolution is underhyped | Eric Schmidt 29:51

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The arrival of non-human intelligence is a very big deal, says former Google CEO and chairman Eric Schmidt. In a wide-ranging interview with technologist Bilawal Sidhu, Schmidt makes the case that AI is wildly underhyped, as near-constant breakthroughs give rise to systems capable of doing even the most complex tasks on their own. He explores the s…

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The Podcast Goes All Sideways w/Rex Pickett 51:09

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Send Mike a message (click here) A wide-ranging conversation with Rex Pickett, the author of Sideways! Yes, the novel, which became one of the most loved wine movies ever. How did it make it to the big screen? What other adventures has Miles (the main character) had - hear about the sequels, and about Rex's interesting life! Plus delicious wines ar…

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The future of finding love with Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd | ReThinking with Adam Grant 36:29

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What will dating look like in the age of AI? Whitney Wolfe Herd is the founder and CEO of Bumble, the popular dating app that has helped millions of people meet their match. In this episode, Whitney chats with Adam about her vision for the future of dating online and offline, her decision to take a break from leading Bumble, and the importance of p…

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A concrete plan for sustainable cement | Ryan Gilliam 10:43

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Cement is one of the most-consumed materials on Earth — second only to water — and it accounts for a whopping eight percent of the world's carbon pollution. What if we could turn this climate villain into a hero? Clean tech innovator and serial entrepreneur Ryan Gilliam reveals his company's surprisingly simple process for transforming waste from t…

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A survival guide for musicians in the age of AI | Harvey Mason jr. 15:36

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Artificial intelligence can write a song in seconds, but does that mean human songwriters will become obsolete? Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. doesn’t think so. A songwriter himself, he offers a four-step “survival guide” for human creators to endure the age of AI, urging musicians to embrace technology while preserving the emotional essenc…

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Bible Study w/Karen MacNeil! 42:19

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Send Mike a message (click here) Karen MacNeil wrote the WINE BIBLE in 2001, and since then it's gone on to sell a million copies, and been revised a couple of times. So, obviously, Karen is someone a LOT of people look to for knowledge about wine. It's "the bible" right? She and Mike talk about how Karen began her journey in wine, how she tastes p…

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Why your phone battery gets worse over time | George Zaidan 9:47

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Almost all batteries, even single-use batteries, are theoretically rechargeable. That's because the metals and other chemicals are still there in the battery. So chemically speaking, a dead battery is actually not that different from a fresh one. Then why do batteries die in the first place? And what should you do with them once they're spent? Geor…

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Will AI make humans extinct? | Yoshua Bengio 15:42

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Yoshua Bengio — the world's most-cited computer scientist and a "godfather" of artificial intelligence — is deadly concerned about the current trajectory of the technology. As AI models race toward full-blown agency, Bengio warns that they've already learned to deceive, cheat, self-preserve and slip out of our control. Drawing on his groundbreaking…

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Is AI your next hire? | Fixable 30:45

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What do you do when there’s too much work but not enough people to do it? Bring in some support! This week, Anne and Frances talk to a listener whose expert sales team can no longer keep up with everything the company offers. Together, Anne and Frances outline ways to simplify work for a stressed out team—including the use of AI to reduce complexit…

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Why AI is our ultimate test and greatest invitation | Tristan Harris 18:40

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Technologist Tristan Harris has an urgent question: What if the way we’re deploying the world’s most powerful technology — artificial intelligence — isn’t inevitable, but a choice? In this eye-opening talk, he calls on us to learn from the mistakes of social media’s catastrophic rollout and confront the predictable dangers of reckless AI developmen…

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Are we cooked? How social media shapes your language | Adam Aleksic 16:18

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Gen Z slang is rife with new words like "unalive," "skibidi" and "rizz." Where do these words come from — and how do they get popular so fast? Linguist Adam Aleksic explores how the forces of social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their very own identities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The best way to lower Earth’s temperature — fast | Daniel Zavala-Araiza 13:04

6M ago13:04

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There's an invisible super-pollutant heating up the planet — but it's surprisingly easy to reduce, if we try. Revealing how methane contributes (way) more in the short term to global warming than carbon dioxide, chemical engineer Daniel Zavala-Araiza highlights the emerging technologies and bold new policies that are part of a worldwide effort to h…

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My Review Of 'Jurassic World Rebirth' 38:34

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Audio-only version of the YouTube video. 'Jurassic World Rebirth' is finally here! Here are my thoughts on the movie, including positives, negatives, and film ranking. I also touch upon the film's marketing, Michael Crichton novel references, the T-rex lagoon/river sequence, and more!WARNING: This review is filled with spoilers. Only recommended fo…

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Amy Tyler w/Summer Book Recommendations! 57:07

6M ago57:07

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Send Mike a message (click here) Mike's Canadian pal, Amy Tyler hops on a Zoom call to talk about BOOKS! Amy hosts the Redfern Book Review Podcast and has a lineup of good reads for the summer. Some good wines are sipped, and there's also a very detailed explanation about the differences between white wine, pink wine, red wine, and even orange wine…

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Are we still human if robots help raise our babies? | Sarah Blaffer Hrdy (Kelly Corrigan takeover) 24:43

6M ago24:43

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AI is transforming the way we work — could it also reshape what makes us human? In this quick and insightful talk, evolutionary anthropologist Sarah Blaffer Hrdy explores how the human brain was shaped by millions of years of shared childcare and mutually supportive communities, asking a provocative question: If robots help raise the next generatio…

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JURASSIC WORLD: The Extras Experience "10th Anniversary Special" - PART FOUR: Exploring Hawaii 41:46

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PART 04 of 04. Audio-only version of the YouTube video. During 2023, Derrick Davis conversed with three fans who were lucky enough to have been extras (background cast members) at the massive New Orleans sets of 'Jurassic World.' Their discussions were edited into a 4-part video series that dove into the memories of their incredible experiences. No…

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JURASSIC WORLD: The Extras Experience "10th Anniversary Special" - PART THREE: Journey To Hawaii 26:57

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PART 03 of 04. Audio-only version of the YouTube video. During 2023, Derrick Davis conversed with three fans who were lucky enough to have been extras (background cast members) at the massive New Orleans sets of 'Jurassic World.' Their discussions were edited into a 4-part video series that dove into the memories of their incredible experiences. No…

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JURASSIC WORLD: The Extras Experience "10th Anniversary Special" - PART TWO: New Orleans Revelations 29:21

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PART 02 of 04. Audio-only version of the YouTube video. During 2023, Derrick Davis conversed with three fans who were lucky enough to have been extras (background cast members) at the massive New Orleans sets of 'Jurassic World.' Their discussions were edited into a 4-part video series that dove into the memories of their incredible experiences. No…

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JURASSIC WORLD: The Extras Experience "10th Anniversary Special" - PART ONE: Revisiting New Orleans 33:23

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PART 01 of 04. Audio-only version of the YouTube video. During 2023, Derrick Davis conversed with three fans who were lucky enough to have been extras (background cast members) at the massive New Orleans sets of 'Jurassic World.' Their discussions were edited into a 4-part video series that dove into the memories of their incredible experiences. No…

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Can AI companions help heal loneliness? | Eugenia Kuyda 14:48

6M ago14:48

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AI companions could either be the cure to our loneliness epidemic … or humanity’s final downfall, says Eugenia Kuyda, creator of Replika — an app that allows you to create AI friends. She explores the potential of this technology to either exacerbate isolation or encourage connection, advocating for an AI whose success is driven not by clicks and s…

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A Conversation With REED CESARE - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom Creature Effects Stegosaurus Artist 39:48

6M ago39:48

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Audio-only version of the YouTube video. Join Paolo De Bonis, creator of Jurassic Library, in an insightful conversation with creature effects artist Reed Cesare, who worked on Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom's dead Stegosaurus model that was part of a deleted scene!

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Why are we sending critical metals to the dump? | Jeff More 8:35

6M ago8:35

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The world is heading toward a massive copper shortage that could derail the clean energy transition, says mining expert Jeff More. He shows how advanced sensing technology could get us back on the right track, drastically cutting down on the wasted materials from traditional mining and helping meet the growing demand for essential metals. Hosted on…

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Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why we need to fight misinformation about vaccines | TED Health 45:01

6M ago45:01

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Ethan Lindenberger never got vaccinated as a kid. So one day, he went on Reddit and asked a simple question: "Where do I go to get vaccinated?" The post went viral, landing Lindenberger in the middle of a heated debate about vaccination and, ultimately, in front of a US Senate committee. Less than a year later, the high school senior reports back o…

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What a wolf’s howl can tell us about the future of AI | Jeffrey T. Reed 22:37

7M ago22:37

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“Everybody likes nature, even though we’re watching it slowly degrade away. And that’s the big challenge of our time,” says linguist software engineer Jeffrey T. Reed, a research affiliate with the Cry Wolf Project. Following his talk at TED2025, Reed sits down for a conversation with host Sherrell Dorsey on how listening to sounds like bird chirps…

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The best invention since sliced bread? | Rachel Yang 6:48

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Industrial manufacturers spend a huge amount of energy generating heat to make everyday materials and objects, like cement, steel, and paper. And since most companies use fossil fuels to reach these high temperatures, industrial heat accounts for 20% of our annual global carbon pollution. Thankfully, this is where a century-old technology comes in.…

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Here Comes The Son - Zander Nicholson! 1:23:59

7M ago1:23:59

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Send Mike a message (click here) The eldest son of Nicholson Ranch owner/winemaker Deepak Gulrajani (a multiple-time guest on the podcast), Zander, is now the Assistant Winemaker at the Ranch! He's got great stories of growing up on the property, and in Sonoma, driving a Rolls Royce to his prom, and also the devastating effect the 2017 wildfires ha…

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How AI models steal creative work — and what to do about it | Ed Newton-Rex 20:05

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Generative AI is built on three key resources: people, compute and data. While companies invest heavily in the first two, they often use unlicensed creative work as training data without permission or payment — a practice that pits AI against the very creators it relies on. AI expert Ed Newton-Rex has a solution: licensing. He unpacks the dark side…

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How Substack is breaking down traditional media gatekeepers | Hamish McKenzie 22:36

7M ago22:36

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“The whole Substack ecosystem is about more power because it’s based on those relationships between the publisher and their subscribers, or the video maker and their viewers,” says journalist and Substack co-founder Hamish McKenzie. Following his talk at TED2025, McKenzie is in conversation with Sherrell Dorsey to discuss how the media landscape ha…

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Whitney Houston Hologram: The Zombification of an Icon | There Are No Girls on the Internet 39:36

7M ago39:36

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This episode is part of a feed swap with our friend podcast There Are No Girls On The Internet, hosted by Bridget Todd. She is an expert on tech culture, and on her show she has fun, thought provoking conversations about the ways technology shapes our lives. If you enjoy this episode, you can listen to There Are No Girls On The Internet wherever yo…

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The food that fertilizes itself | Giles E.D. Oldroyd 13:32

8M ago13:32

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Could the key to a sustainable food system already be growing in the world’s farms? Plant scientist Giles E.D. Oldroyd explores how a special quirk of soybean plants allows them to naturally partner with networks of fungi and bacteria to access essential nutrients in the air and soil — eliminating the need for synthetic fertilizers. He shows how ha…