Best Rick Barron Podcasts (2025)

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European Power Outage: The Zombies Are Coming! 15:53

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Learn how the April 2025 blackout in Europe was not just a technical failure but a social x-ray. It revealed the fragility of systems we think are unbreakable. 1. Carrington Event [Wikipedia] 2. Massive power outage in Spain and Portugal [APNews] 3. Power Outages and Other Emergencies [Ready Gov] 4. 2025 Iberian Peninsula blackout [Wikipedia] 5. Th…

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Can Ken Burns Get Everyone to Agree on America's Origin Story? 18:18

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History isn't neat, and it shouldn't be. Ken Burns dismantles sanitized narratives by showing how the U.S. was "forged in violence"—a fact that doesn't diminish the nation's ideals but strengthens our understanding of them. Supporting links 1. Ken Burns [Wikipedia] 2. Ken Burns [Website] 3. Ken Burns [YouTube] 4. Ken Burns [Facebook] 5. What Ken Bu…

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Lovecraft eZine's Annual HALLOWEEN Episode! 1:22:07

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📺 If you would like to WATCH this episode, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_P8KwODwtI 😱 Join us LIVE for our annual HALLOWEEN episode! With Jeffrey Thomas, Scott Thomas, and Mike Davis. 📚 SEASONS FROM ICE TO GRAIN (The Scott Thomas Poetry Collection): https://www.amazon.com/Seasons-Grain-Thomas-Poetry-Collection-ebook/dp/B0F5C1LH2W 📚 T…

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: The Hippie Trail 9:10

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Find out what Rick Steve's learned in 1978, at the age of 23, when he embarked on the famed Hippie Trail, traversing countries like Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Nepal. supporting links 1. Travel Guru Rick Steves Say His Prostate Cancer Is a 'Thrilling' Journey [PEOPLE] 2. Rick Steves on the "Hippie Trail" Trip That Changed Him [C…

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A Prisoner, Limited Tools, A Violin of Hope 14:47

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This is the story of a very old violin that stored a secret—one that lay hidden for 80 years. This instrument was crafted behind barbed wire in the Dachau prison camp, by a prisoner fighting to survive. Supporting links 1. Franciszek Kempa [Wikipedia] 2. Dachau concentration camp [Wikipedia] 3. Violin Crafted in the Infamous Dachau Death Camp [Yesh…

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Kyla Scanlon Explains Trumponomics 15:57

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Learn how Trumponomics offers a powerful lesson about the difference between rhetoric and reality in economic policy — and the critical importance of strategic coherence in national industrial planning. Supporting links 1. Kyla Scanlon: “In This Economy? How Money and Markets Really Work” [The Daily Show] 2. Understanding Trump's Tariffs [Kyla Scan…

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Interview #24 Barb Demorest and Patti DeFreeuw - Knitted Knockers: A Stitch of Hope 1:08:10

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Summary In this episode of 'That's Life, I Swear,' host Rick Barron speaks with Barb Demorest and Patti DeFreeuw, the founders of the Knitted Knockers Organization. They share their personal journeys with breast cancer and how it led to the creation of a nonprofit that provides free, hand-knit breast prosthetics to women who have undergone mastecto…

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Interview #23 Andy Unruh - Revolutionizing Music: The Story of the Amazonica 54:41

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Cancer Costs: A Financial Freefall 10:48

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No Sexy, Sparkly Vampires: Interview with Keith Rosson, author of COFFIN MOON 52:17

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📺 To WATCH this episode, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrZesReGJ58 💥 A conversation with horror writer Keith Rosson about his new novel COFFIN MOON: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-Moon-Novel-Keith-Rosson-ebook/dp/B0DPY2FXNX 🙏 Lovecraft eZine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine 📪 Join the email alert list to be reminded when ep…

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The Vanishing Dream: Retirement in America 13:47

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Many people today are confronting a stark reality: the looming retirement crisis in America. Picture this – a significant portion of our seniors, after a lifetime of hard work, find themselves barely scraping by in their ‘golden years’. supporting links 1. America Has a Retirement Crisis. We Need to Make It Easier to Save [PEW] 2. SECURE 2.0 [Princ…

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A conversation with Joe R. Lansdale! His new ESSENTIAL HORROR collection, and more 1:29:35

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📺 If you want to WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/qGmpfr-qe7U 💥 "Some kind of Bubba Ho-Tep": An conversation with Joe R. Lansdale! 👉 THE ESSENTIAL HORROR OF JOE R. LANSDALE: https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Horror-Joe-R-Lansdale-ebook/dp/B0FMKH44SM 🙏 Lovecraft eZine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine 📪 Join the ema…

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Interview #22 Cydian Kauffman - Day Zero & Navigating the Water Scarcity Challenge 50:05

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Summary In this enlightening conversation, Rick Barron and Cydian Kauffman delve into the critical issue of water safety and the looming crisis of water scarcity, known as Day Zero. They explore the complex factors contributing to this crisis, including climate change, infrastructure challenges, and the importance of proactive measures such as wate…

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Interview #21 Ian Darley - Resilience on the Road: The 7,000 Mile Epic Journey 47:28

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Summary In this discussion, Ian T Darley shares his experiences and challenges during his ambitious journey to walk 7,000 miles around the UK. He reflects on the physical and mental hurdles he faced, such as dealing with inadequate footwear, lack of water, and the emotional toll of being away from family. Ian emphasizes the importance of adaptabili…

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Interview #20 Pam Sandrock - Embracing Life's Challenges 57:57

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Summary In this episode of 'That's Life, I Swear,' host Rick Barron speaks with Pam Sandrock, creator of the No Knockouts podcast. They discuss Pam's journey through a life-altering cancer diagnosis, her philosophy of resilience, and the importance of sharing personal stories. Pam emphasizes the significance of embracing life's challenges, the ther…

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Soren Narnia of KNIFEPOINT HORROR, and J.D. Buffington, author of IN THE HOUSE OF IN BETWEEN 1:49:49

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💥 An interview with SOREN NARNIA (Knifepoint Horror) and with J.D. BUFFINGTON! 📺 To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/s2f8cwtd_oA 👉 Coming soon: a film based on the podcast KNIFEPOINT HORROR, starring Carla Gugino: https://deadline.com/2025/06/carla-gugino-lou-taylor-pucci-to-star-winthrop-1236437810/ 👉 Listen to KNIFEPOINT HORR…

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Ellen Datlow, Jeffrey Ford, Gemma Files, Nathan Ballingrud: NIGHT & DAY: Day and Night Horror! 2:00:16

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📺 To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/LnbHDy7DjS4 👉 NIGHT & DAY: DREADFUL DARK: TALES OF NIGHTTIME HORROR/MERCILESS SUN: https://www.amazon.com/Night-Day-Dreadful-Nighttime-Merciless-ebook/dp/B0DV6FLXG5 ------------- 🙏 Lovecraft eZine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine 📪 Join the email alert list to be reminded whe…

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Gaza Famine Declared: UN Warns of Starvation Amid War and Aid Blockade 15:29

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Show notes Learn how UN experts confirm famine in Gaza City as war, Israeli aid restrictions, and collapsed infrastructure push millions into Starvation and acute malnutrition. Supporting links 1. Tom Fletcher [YouTube] 2. Integrated Food Security Phase Classification [Wikipedia] 3. UN experts warn that over [UN Organization] Contact That's Life, I…

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Interview #19 From Immigrant to Entrepreneur: Ashok Rajan's Story 53:27

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In this enlightening conversation, Ashok Rajan shares his remarkable journey from India to the United States, highlighting the challenges he faced while pursuing his education and building a successful career. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, resilience, and the dignity of every job, reflecting on how these experiences shaped his values a…

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A Border-Crossing: Canadian Library's Fate 16:19

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Show notes Learn how a library was deliberately built on the borders of Canada and U.S.A, as a symbol of shared community, showing how physical lines on a map can foster unity rather than division. Supporting links 1. Haskell Free Library and Opera House [YouTube] 2. Haskell Free Library and Opera House [Website] 3. Haskell Free Library and Opera H…

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Interview #18 Bryanna Mehling - Navigating Life's Peaks 1:02:46

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Summary In this enlightening conversation, Rick Barron speaks with Bryanna Mehling, founder and CEO of Bright Peak Consulting. Bryanna shares her journey from personal challenges to becoming a life and leadership coach, emphasizing the importance of communication, self-awareness, and relationship building in both personal and professional settings.…

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A.I. Defeats Go Legend Lee Saedol: Implications for AI and Society 15:42

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Lee Saedol, one of the greatest Go players of all time, is defeated by AI. His shocking defeat wasn't just a game-changer—it was a glimpse into a future that may not have a happy ending. Supporting links 1. Go game [Wikipedia] 2. AlphaGo [Wikipedia] 3. Google DeepMind [Wikipedia] 4. The Story of AlphaGo [Google Arts & Culture] 5. 8 years later: A w…

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Interview #17 Lauren Van Duyn - The Mom-demic Diaries: Stories of Resilience 53:42

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Summary In this episode, Rick Barron interviews Lauren Van Dyne, a recruitment manager and podcaster, about her experiences as a mother during the COVID pandemic. Lauren discusses her podcast, 'The Mom-demic Diaries,' which aims to provide a space for mothers to share their raw and unfiltered stories of parenting during such a challenging time. The…

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Warding off Existential Dread with TODD KEISLING | Depression & Anxiety: Real-Life Solutions 1:50:07

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😃 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you."…

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2084: The Year of Earth’s Peak Population 15:09

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The world’s population is expected to grow by more than 2 billion people in the next decades and peak in the 2080s at around 10.3 billion, a major shift from a decade ago, a new report by the United Nations said Thursday. The report—released on World Population Day—says the global population is then expected to decline to around 10.2 billion by the…

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Cass Elliot and the Ham Sandwich Myth 13:55

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Cass Elliot's life was a testament to the power of talent, perseverance, and authenticity. From her early days in the folk scene to her meteoric rise with The Mamas & The Papas and her solo career, she left an indelible mark on the music industry. 1. Cass Elliot [Wikipedia] 2. The Mamas & The Papas [Official site] 3. The Mamas and the Papas - Top H…

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Typing a Note to Say Good-bye 10:42

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Learn how one man sought to keep typewriters alive. Not as museum pieces, but as living, breathing conduits of human creativity. Supporting links 1. Typewriter [Wikipedia] 2. Who Invented the Typewriter? [History Cooperative] 3. Ultimate Typewriter Repair Guide: Restore Your Vintage Machine [Classic Typewriter] Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my…

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LOST IN THE DARK with John Langan: An Interview! 1:52:53

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👉 A conversation with John Langan about his latest collection LOST IN THE DARK. Cover artist Matthew Jaffe joins us as well. 👉 LOST IN THE DARK at WordHorde: https://wordhorde.com/books/lost-in-the-dark/ 👉 LOST IN THE DARK on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Dark-Other-Excursions-Langan-ebook/dp/B0FH5ZJGLW 👉 Matthew Jaffe's Instagram: https://ww…

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Mindset Matters in Aging and Longevity 14:12

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A growing body of evidence suggests our mental outlook on aging plays a far more significant role in our longevity than previously recognized. 1. Becca Levy, PhD [Yale School of Medicine] 2. How positive age beliefs can support positive health [AMA] 3. Why do the Japanese have the highest life expectancy in the world? [Observatoire Prevention] 4. L…

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Rhys Lewis interview 12:51

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Exclusive chat with the ultra-talented singer on the work ethic and craft behind music.

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Life After Apple: Jony Ive’s Vision – Part 2 13:59

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Jony Ive left Apple for a new journey beyond consumer electronics. That journey was to revitalize the historic Jackson Square district in San Francisco. 1. Apple's Jony Ive on the Lessons He Learned From Steve Jobs [Vanity Fair] 2. Jony Ive & Anna Wintour in Conversation - RE:WIRED 2021 [YouTube] 3. Why Jony Ive Is Apple's Design Genius [Smithsonia…

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Life After Apple: Jony Ive’s Vision – Part 1 12:57

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Six years ago, Jony Ive stepped away from Apple, leaving behind the iconic products that reshaped our world. But did he leave his design dreams behind? Not even close. 1. Apple's Jony Ive on the Lessons He Learned From Steve Jobs [Vanity Fair] 2. Jony Ive & Anna Wintour in Conversation - RE:WIRED 2021 [YouTube] 3. Why Jony Ive Is Apple’s Design Gen…

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: Alexei Navalny, Patriot, A Memoir 10:48

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Alexei Navalny's Patriot: A Memoir chronicles his evolution from an ordinary Russian citizen to a global symbol of resistance against Vladimir Putin's regime. supporting links 1. Alexei Navalny [Wikipedia] 2. Yulia Navalnaya [Wikipedia] 3. The faith that sustained Russian dissident Alexei Navalny [America] 4. Putin's Opulence: A Deep Dive into the …

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Are we all just going mad? An Interview with John Chrostek 1:31:58

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👉 Join us as we chat with writer John Chrostek about his new collection: https://malarkeybooks.com/store/boxcutters 😃 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine 🙏 HELP this channel: please click the LIKE button, and SHARE it with your horror-loving friends! Thanks so much. ❤…

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Interview #16 Abi King - Breaking free from the chains of Alcohol Addiction 50:52

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Summary In this episode, Rick Barron speaks with Abby King, a sobriety coach and host of the Sober Connection podcast. Abby shares her personal journey through alcohol addiction, the struggles of quitting, and the emotional toll it takes on individuals and their relationships. They discuss the stigma surrounding addiction, the importance of communi…

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America’s Economic Storm: Are We Ready? 12:54

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The U.S. economy may be sleepwalking into a disaster—and the warning signs are being ignored. Are we prepared for what’s coming next? 1. Workers want AI training from their companies [World Economic Forum] 2. AI Automation And The Future Of The Workforce [YouTube] 3. The growth of the older workforce [Pew Research Center] 4. Understanding America’s…

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Tim Burton's BATMAN: Interview with BATMAN 89 screenwriter Sam Hamm 1:24:41

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📺 If you want to WATCH this episode, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtC0t8v4zY4 😃 We're not just a podcast; we're also a friendly community! 🙂 Join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine 🏆 PRIZE: I'm giving away a brand new copy of SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT DELUXE EDITION to a random audio-only listener! Simply send me an email sometime be…

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The Season of Hurricanes: Unprepared and Blindfolded! 13:56

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Learn how weather forecasting, via NOAA, isn’t just about satellites or radars; it’s about the dedicated staff, research, and infrastructure behind the scenes. Private apps and companies rely on this federal backbone. Supporting links 1. Hurricane Season [Wikipedia] 2. NOAA [Website] 3. DOGE [Website] 4. National Weather Service [Website] 5. Office…

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AND ONE DAY WE WILL DIE: Stories Inspired by NEUTRAL MILK HOTEL - Editor & Authors Interview 1:51:34

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📺 If you want to WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/qcDgl2D8yps . 😃 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg …

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The Nerve-Wracking Art of Brain Surgery 13:15

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As a neurosurgeon, their expertise rests on precise skills and advancing neurological insights, but true mastery goes beyond technique to shape their impact and empathy. 1. The Making of a Neurosurgeon [American University of Antigua] 2. So, You Want to Be a Surgeon [American College of Surgeons] 3. Neurosurgeon [Cleveland Clinic] 4. History of Neu…

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Women Who Shattered Wall Street's Glass Ceiling 16:40

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The propulsive story of the women who sought, and gained, a piece of the action on Wall Street. 1. The Paulina Bren [Blog site] 2. Bernadette Bartels Murphy, Pioneering Wall Street Trader, Dies at 86 [New York Times] 3. Tracing the Roots of the Women on Wall Street [National Women’s History Museum] 4. How the macho NYSE trader became an endangered …

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Robots Redefine Affordable Grocery Delivery 12:25

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By taking advantage of robotics as the new digital clerk, grocery brands can solve the most pressing issues they face today: tight margins, labor shortages and shifting customer expectations. 1. How robots are taking over warehouse work [BBC] 2. Thrive Market [website] 3. How Robotics is Transforming Grocery Operations [Food Logistics] 4. 7 Online …

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Melting North: Arctic Climate Emergency Countdown 16:37

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Arctic ice is melting even more rapidly than scientists previously believed. supporting links 1. Felicity Aston: Explorer-Author-Speaker [website] 2. What It's Like to Cross Antarctica Alone [Conde Nast Traveler] 3. Pole Of Cold: Felicity Aston - Extreme Challenge [YouTube] 4. Chasing Winter, A Journey to the Pole of Cold [Book] 5. B.I.G. North Pol…

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Greenpeace: A Movement at a Crossroads 13:59

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Greenpeace, the legendary environmental group that fought to save the whales, now finds itself fighting for survival. Supporting links 1. Greenpeace [Wikipedia] 2. Greenpeace [USA website] 3. Greenpeace International [YouTube] 4. The bombing of the Rainbow Warrior [Greenpeace website] Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thats…

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Interview: REGGIE OLIVER, a modern Machen and M.R. James 1:34:06

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📺 If you would prefer to WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/6l5Lucmyrfk 💥💥 Gremlins were causing trouble this episode! There were a few audio issues but they (mostly) smoothed out. I'm terribly sorry; my illness makes wearing headphones for an extended period of time painful, but... lesson learned. I apologize. Next episode's aud…

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Losing the Race, Winning the Lesson 14:48

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Show notes What if crossing that finish line, no matter how far behind, wasn’t about winning at all? 1. Newcomb ball [Wikipedia] 2. New to Triathlon? Here’s Your Beginner Training Plan [Triathlete] 3. Triathlon [Wikipedia] Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Bluesky at @rickbarron.bs…

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TRAIL OF CTHULHU, 2nd EDITION! A Conversation with Kenneth Hite 1:45:06

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💥 To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtube.com/live/-qnRu7kJTW4 💥 We're not just a podcast; we're a friendly community! 🙂 I hope you'll join us: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ❤️ "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round wor…

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Book Review From Rick’s Library: The White Darkness 7:35

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Frozen Obsession: Henry Worsley’s Last Expedition, chasing Ernest Shackleton’s polar dream. supporting links 1. Henry Worsley (explorer) [Wikipedia] 2. Ernest Shackleton [Wikipedia] 3. The White Darkness [Amazon Books] 4. David Grann [Facebook] Contact That's Life, I Swear Visit my website: https://www.thatslifeiswear.com Twitter at @RedPhantom Blu…

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Interview #15 Kendall Breitman- From Newsroom to Podcast Studio: Her Journey 55:51

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Summary In this engaging conversation, host Rick Barron speaks with Kendall Breitman, a master storyteller and community manager at Riverside. They explore Kendall's journey from her early life in Pennsylvania to her impressive career in journalism, covering politics and presidential elections. Kendall shares insights into her experiences in high s…

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Eric Bellinger interview 10:17

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Exclusive interview with Grammy winning singer-songwriter Eric Bellinger.