Best The Spike Feed Podcasts (2025)

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The real threat of AI - ethics, exploitation and the erosion of truth 34:43

35m ago34:43

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Episode 305 As artificial intelligence grows into more and more aspects of our lives, it seems we’re just at the beginning of the boom. Hundreds of billions of dollars are being pumped into advancing AI capabilities, making it the best funded area in science. But, just like the dot-com revolution, is it a bubble waiting to burst? In this special ep…

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New songs for you summer music playlist 19:48

2h ago19:48

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It isn't officially summer, but it sure does feel like it in the Pacific Northwest. The sun is out and maybe you're planning on laying out by the water this weekend. But what to listen to as the warm season nears? Well, we have something that might help you. We rounded up a panel of local music experts to give you some fresh recommendations for son…

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After years of turbulence, is Boeing ready for takeoff? 25:18

2h ago25:18

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You know who we haven't discussed on this show in a while? The Boeing company. They're the 2nd biggest private employer in this state. It’s good we haven't talked about ’em because when we do, it's usually bad news. The fatal crashes a few years ago, the door panel blowing out last year, the machinist strike. The US Senate held a whistleblower hear…

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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - May 29th-June 1st 4:54

7h ago4:54

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It has been a short week for most of us, thanks to Memorial Day. Here we already approaching another weekend, nd with ALMOST everything you need to know to keep yourself busy, we've got Soundside Producer Jason Megatron Burrows!! LINKS: Mariners - Nationals on Thurs, Minnesota Twins on Fri/Sat/Sun Sounders - Minnesota United FC on Sunday Storm - Fr…

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A UW COVID expert on the latest federal vaccine recommendations 14:52

2h ago14:52

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The Trump Administration’s health policies are upending years of advice about COVID vaccines. Since they’ve been available, experts have recommended the shot to almost everyone. The vaccines are safe and they work. But now federal agencies are taking a much narrower approach. Health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. just announced the vaccines won't b…

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Love Your Liver Livestream #200 From YT Jail!!! Vitiligo Study, Subscriber Q&A! #vitaminAdetox 2:01:35

16h ago2:01:35

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Clock is ticking for scientists to make the case against funding cuts 45:26

2d ago45:26

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Federal funding for research from the National Science Foundation is being awarded at the slowest rate in 35 years, according to an investigation from the New York Times. Since the start of Trump’s second term, cuts to National Institutes of Health and NSF grants have totaled more than 1.5 billion, according to the research publication Science. Rep…

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WHAT ARE YOU REALLY LOOKING FOR WHEN YOU SEE THE DOCTOR? 27:00

7d ago27:00

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It’s not just about your back pain. It’s not just your labs, or your fatigue, or the prescription refill.In this deeply reflective solo episode, Dr. Bill Janeshak asks a question that cuts through the noise of modern healthcare: What are you actually seeking when you walk into a doctor’s office? What if the true goal isn’t just to “fix what’s broke…

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Are smartphones really causing mental illness in teens?; More evidence of alien life; Digital oak trees 23:24

6d ago23:24

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Episode 304 It seems the world is on heightened alert about the impact smartphones are having on our children’s brains. But are we right to be worried? Jonathan Haidt’s book the Anxious Generation has played a big role in this debate, with many researchers agreeing smartphones cause harm and action needs to be taken. But is there actually any scien…

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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - May 23-26 4:27

7d ago4:27

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Jason Megatron Burrows is out this week, so Shane NoCoolNickname Mehling rattles through some of the best things to do this Memorial weekend. Northwest Folk Life Seattle Black Nerd Fest Second Breakfast - Hobbit Feast and Painting Party! Charcuterie Board Workshop Kevin Diers Benefit Show Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show…

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Deciding to See: The View from Nathan's Bus 20:27

7d ago20:27

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When you ride a Metro bus that Nathan Vass is driving, you might notice a few things. It starts with when you get on the bus: he makes a point of saying hello to every passenger who climbs aboard. Once you grab a seat, you’ll see he’s also on the intercom, announcing every single stop. When he isn’t orienting riders, he’s chatty and talks with peop…

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Surprise! There's way more salmon than we thought this year 41:52

7d ago41:52

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Global farmed salmon production is up, which could have interesting implications for the US market in particular. Plus, we discuss social license in the Alaska pollock fishery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A new book argues that foster care pushes kids towards prison and homelessness 27:02

8d ago27:02

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The United States spends 30 billion dollars on foster care each year. Yet, according to author Claudia Rowe, the results have too often been damaging for the children in that system. The award-winning journalist claims our child welfare system is dangerously dysfunctional: by disconnecting kids from their biological families and extended networks, …

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A Seattle immigration attorney on ICE and your rights 17:37

8d ago17:37

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Recent ICE enforcement activity has made headlines across the region. This week, federal immigration agents arrested 17 people at a manufacturer in Kent. And The Seattle Times reports ICE officers appeared to arrest at least 3 people at a Seattle immigration court. But if you're stopped by ICE, everyone is entitled to certain rights and protections…

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Governor Ferguson leaves most tax increases in place as he signs the budget into law 6:22

8d ago6:22

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Governor Ferguson was kind of a wild card as legislators worked on shoring up a $16 billion budget gap this year. The Democratic governor had been unusually friendly to Republicans and signaled he was open to their ideas for how to fill the deficit. Meanwhile, Democrats in the state house and senate have publicly insisted that they have a good rela…

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Love Your Liver Livestream 199: Undisclosed Jab Ingredient? Spike Protein BS? #vitaminAdetox 1:50:01

8d ago1:50:01

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Love Your Liver Livestream 198：Live Chat Q&A w⧸ Guest Kelsey Kenney! 2:23:24

8d ago2:23:24

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Why a gun that's been banned from WA's police academy is still being used by officers 18:26

9d ago18:26

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Several law enforcement agencies across the country have decided to replace a popular model of pistol due to concerns about misfires – the guns have been reported to fire accidentally, even when in their holsters. Washington’s police academy earlier this year banned the firearm at all its training facilities. It’s a move that’s drawn protest from s…

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After deadly climbing accident in North Cascades, here's what one local climbing expert thinks 19:38

9d ago19:38

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In one of the most deadly local climbing accidents in recent memory, four men fell roughly 400 feet while climbing in the Northern Cascades on May 10th. One man survived, Anton Tselykh. The tragedy has caused grief – and prompted questions – in the local climbing community. And while some of the accident’s details are still unclear, it made us wond…

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Negotiations stall on Columbia River Treaty 18:00

10d ago18:00

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Signs of the frosty relationship between the United States and Canada are everywhere: from additional checkpoints at border crossings, to fewer Blue Jays fans showing up to T-Mobile Park to see their team play here recently. Rhetoric from the President about making Canada the 51st state and tariffs have put a wedge between the two countries. And th…

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Is Seattle's port empty? 7:42

10d ago7:42

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If you’ve logged into TikTok or Instagram in recent weeks, you may have heard that the port is empty. Social media videos have been popping up claiming that Seattle’s port has no cargo ships docked. And Seattlites are pointing the finger at the continuous threat of new tariffs. But is that actually the case? KUOW labor and economy reporter Monica N…

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Amid federal cuts, here's why UW's lab animals could be euthanized 20:24

10d ago20:24

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The Trump administration's federal cuts have put billions of dollars for scientific research and thousands of research jobs at risk. They could also be imperiling laboratory animals. Scientists around the country are concerned that funding cuts could mean prematurely ending research involving mice, dogs, nonhuman primates, and more. Like many other…

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Dr. Robert McDonald | The Missing Link to Mental Health 1:01:28

13d ago1:01:28

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We’re facing a mental health crisis—and despite more therapy than ever before, the numbers keep climbing. Why? In this game-changing interview, Dr. Bill Janeshak sits down with Dr. Robert McDonald—renowned Author, Teacher, and Developer of The Destination Method—to uncover a breakthrough solution that’s turning traditional mental health approaches …

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China’s carbon emissions fall; norovirus vaccine; chaotic breakup of the solar system 27:55

13d ago27:55

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Episode 303 China is becoming a de facto leader in the fight against climate change. Right now it’s the world’s biggest emitter of carbon dioxide, but after years of keeping its emissions steady, they have finally begun to fall. And this is all while China’s power demands have increased - suggesting its efforts to build clean energy are paying off.…

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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - May 15-18 4:51

14d ago4:51

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If you're looking for exciting things to do this weekend, Soundside Producer Jason Megatron Burrows is here with MOST of the stuff you can get up to. Okay, SOME of the stuff you can get up to. Also, one quick correction: Jason erroneously said University AVE instead of University WAY when talking about the U-District Street Fair - it's here in the …

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Filmmaker Joey Clift talks about the inspiration behind the animated short POW! 17:56

14d ago17:56

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It’s a story we can all relate to… Three generations in a car, headed to a family event. The parents are excited; their kid is not. And Grandma? She’s asleep in her wheelchair. In the short animated film “POW!”, this particular family is Native American, and they’re headed to a powwow, where Jake desperately searches for an outlet to charge his gam…

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What everyone was talking about at the Barcelona seafood show 17:22

14d ago17:22

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The IntraFish team gives you some key takeaways from the industry's most important event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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WA lags behind other states in green energy growth 17:53

15d ago17:53

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Over the last 10 years Washington has passed a bevy of climate laws aimed at reducing the state’s carbon emissions. That includes a carbon auction, a ban on coal in the state’s energy mix, and a requirement that the state reach net zero emissions by 2045. But during that same period, energy production from renewable sources has actually declined sl…

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What we know about the science of consciousness 16:29

15d ago16:29

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New research has brought us a little closer to answering a key question about consciousness: How does the brain create the experience of self-awareness? The problem was first posed by Aristotle, over 2000 years ago. KUOW editor and longtime science journalist Gabriel Spitzer tells us more about that research and the Seattle scientist at the center …

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The end of Bartell Drugs and the rise of pharmacy deserts 17:00

15d ago17:00

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Founded in 1890 in the Central District, Bartell Drugs may be entering its final days. Its parent company, the national pharmacy chain Rite Aid, exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy late last year, but continues to struggle financially. Now, the fewer than 30 Bartell Drugs and around 100 Rite Aids will be sold or closed forever. This continued hemorrhaging…

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What will it take to curb overcrowding at WA's youth prisons? 22:10

16d ago22:10

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Washington’s youth prisons are facing a crisis of overcrowding. The state’s two medium and maximum security youth prisons – Green Hill School in Chehalis, and Echo Glenn Children’s Center in Snoqualmie – have both consistently met or surpassed their maximum capacity for residents in recent years. When the 2025 Washington legislative session began, …

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Should Catholic priests in Washington State be forced to break the confessional seal? 21:04

16d ago21:04

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On May 2nd, Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law a new requirement that clergy of all faiths become mandatory reporters of child abuse. It’s a move that’s especially controversial for the Catholic Church because of the sacrament of confession. Up until now, admitting to crimes during confession, in a private conversation with a priest, retained si…

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Amid concerns about the ‘manosphere’, here’s what three experts think about raising boys in 2025 50:41

18d ago50:41

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Are men okay? It’s a question sometimes asked in jest, but recent data has caused some experts to worry about American men and boys. Men are going to and graduating from four year colleges at lower rates than women. Men age 25-54 are participating in the workforce at a lower rate than ever before. And, data from 2023 suggests young men are spending…

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Ocean wonders and the new arguments against deep-sea mining; biophotons emitted from living things; drumming chimps and the origin of religion 28:02

21d ago28:02

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We dive into the mysterious world of the deep sea, sparked by a recent executive order aiming to ramp up offshore mineral extraction, as well as new research revealing that 99.999 per cent of the seabed remains unexplored. Experts discuss the surprising lack of deep-sea exploration, the ecological wonders already discovered, like hydrothermal vents…

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Remembering Kevin Diers 4:34

21d ago4:34

4:34

Kevin Diers was an announcer and engineer here at KUOW. You could hear his work all over the station, behind shows like Morning Edition and All Things Considered. He had a big footprint in the radio and music scene here in Seattle, for many years: Kevin was a long time host of Metal Shop and Loud and Local at KISW. On KISW’s Instagram page, the ban…

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Why Seattle's City Council is considering changing their ethics code 13:09

21d ago13:09

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Should Seattle city council members have to recuse themselves if a policy proposal would directly help or harm their self interests? That’s been the guidance here in Seattle for the last 40 years. But a new proposal from City Council member Cathy Moore could change that. The idea to change ethics rules for the council comes ahead of contentious deb…

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Soundside's Weekend Warmup - Mother's Day! May 8th-11th 7:34

21d ago7:34

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Thanks for checking out the Weekend Warmup - We have a LOT going on this weekend. First of all, Sunday is Mother's Day. Second of all, the Mariners are starting a home stand against the Blue Jays on Friday. Let's go! LINKS: Seattle Mariners Schedule USAF Band of the Golden West - Bellingham USAF Band of the Golden West - Mercer Island Seattle Beer …

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Can you solve the mystery of the Oakville blobs? 15:46

22d ago15:46

15:46

More than three decades ago, tiny blobs of gelatinous goo of unknown origin rained down on the small Grays Harbor community and captured national headlines. The cause of the strange phenomenon, and even what the blobs were made of -- remains an enigma. It was even the subject of an episode of the TV show Unsolved Mysteries. (Watch the episode here.…

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Hear it Again: Pulitzer Prize winning author Tessa Hulls on her graphic novel 'Feeding Ghosts' 19:31

23d ago19:31

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Yesterday, Seattle-based author Tessa Hulls won a Pulitzer Prize for her graphic novel "Feeding Ghosts." Hulls' first published book starts with her Chinese grandmother, Sun Yi, a journalist and author who fled Shanghai after the Communist Revolution. Then, the narrative shifts -- to her mother Rose, the daughter of a Swiss diplomat, essentially ra…

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Federal funding uncertainty? Budget gap? New KC Exec has a plan for that. 23:34

23d ago23:34

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King County has its first new Executive in 15 years. Dow Constantine, who held the position since 2009, was chosen as the CEO of Sound Transit earlier this year. He stepped away from the Executive job at the end of March. In his place, Shannon Braddock is leading the county until a new executive is elected this November. Before this she worked most…

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The Trump Administration vs. Head Start 17:53

23d ago17:53

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In the face of staff cuts, funding freezes, and threats to zero out its budget – Head Start has survived… for now. This program serves almost 800,000 kids throughout the country –15,000 in Washington State alone. Many of these children are low-income, disabled or in foster care. A Trump Administration budget proposal leaked in April put all Head St…

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One UW student's push to regulate "kidfluencing" 14:31

23d ago14:31

14:31

In the new Netflix documentary “Bad Influence”, 11 teenagers recount their experiences working with Piper Rockelle, who was herself a child influencer. All of the teens were former “squad members” of the Youtuber. They described performing scripted scenes in front of the camera - like fake “dating” scenarios, or pranks. They also described feeling …

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Why the video game industry needs a 1UP 18:53

23d ago18:53

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In the 2010s, the video game industry saw an ENORMOUS boom, with annual revenues jumping from 80 billion dollars to TWO HUNDRED billion over that decade, according to a report by investment research group Epyllion. But in recent years, that exponential growth hit a plateau. “Games were so successful both prior to & during 2020 & 2021, that they set…

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Love Your Liver Livestream #197: INFERTILITY PSYOP #5 ”Spike Protein Detox Protocols”💀😵 1:58:14

24d ago1:58:14

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Take back control of your health by using the information in my FREE course, "The Madness of Modern Nutrition", click here!: http://madnessofmodernnutrition.comSearch video transcripts:https://nd-youtube-search.vercel.app/Products endorsed by Nutrition Detective:Sperti UV Lamps:Fiji Tanning Lamp (75% UVA, 25% UVB): https://bit.ly/FijiUVA (aff)Vitam…

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Why there's a good chance your city is facing a budget cliff 19:32

24d ago19:32

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Seattle city leaders were met with some less than ideal news this month: the city is facing a $241 million dollar budget shortfall over the next two years. And maybe you’re thinking, hey didn’t city council use the Jump Start tax to fill the $250 million budget gap this year? Surprise: that was a whole other budget deficit. But Seattle is far from …

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New linguistic paper traces the many Indigenous names of Mount Rainier 14:23

25d ago14:23

14:23

Since May 8, 1792, European colonists have called the large volcano just off the coast of Puget Sound "Mount Rainier." It was given that name by a British explorer, Captain George Vancouver – a gift to his friend, Rear Admiral Peter Rainier. But prior to Vancouver’s arrival in what eventually became Washington state, the Indigenous peoples in and a…

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Little Hinges Swing Big Doors | 7 Steps to Change Your Health… or Anything Else 30:03

28d ago30:03

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If you’ve ever wondered why you’re stuck—or why change feels impossible—this episode is for you. In this eye-opening solo episode, Dr. Bill Janeshak reveals the 7 essential steps you need to create real, lasting change in your health, your mindset, or any area of life. Forget just “how-to” tips—Dr. Janeshak takes you deeper into the missing pieces …

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Is our understanding of light completely wrong? Two consciousness theories go head-to-head; decoding dolphin whistles 28:45

27d ago28:45

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Episode 301 Our understanding of the nature of light might be completely wrong. The double-slit experiment is one of the most famous experiments in physics and is how we’ve understood light for over 200 years. But a team is now suggesting we’ve got the interpretation all wrong - that light is in fact not a wave and is only made up of particles. If …

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