Best Furry Explained Podcasts (2025)

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How the Furry Fandom Says Goodbye 35:31

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Furries are often known for wearing full-body animal suits at conventions — but the characters they inhabit, called “fursonas,” are much more than costumes. They’re deeply personal expressions of identity and creativity. So when someone in the furry fandom dies, how does the community say goodbye? In this episode, Morgan explores a virtual memorial…

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Curls, Coils, and Pixels: Researchers Crack the Code on Black Hair Animation 33:56

13d ago33:56

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The animation industry has long struggled to get Black hair right — from the infamous “Killmonger locs,” named after the Black Panther character and copied across video games, to the stiff, oversized afros of The Sims 4. As it turns out, hair animation tools were built almost exclusively with straight hair in mind. Two researchers, A.M. Darke and T…

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The Spotify Effect, Pt 2: Micro-Genre Madness 36:16

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Spotify didn’t just change how we listen to music — it changed what a genre even is. In this episode, producer and rapper Quinn reflects on being thrust into the spotlight at age 15 as one of the breakout faces of Spotify’s meteoric Hyperpop playlist.. Then, music journalist Kieran Press-Reynolds breaks down how Spotify’s made-up micro-genres—like …

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Elon's Great Crash-Out / Unmasked in LA 27:03

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Elon Musk and President Trump breaking up? LA protesters clashing with law enforcement? Waymos on fire (again)? Things have been moving fast the last few days — and like you, our feeds are on overload. Today, we’re bringing you a quick reaction episode to catch you up on a couple stories we’ve covered before that are suddenly back in the news. Clos…

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Furry Friends, Healthy Guts: Exploring Pet Microbiomes with Dr. Nihan Marun 1:04:31

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics, Dr. Sheena Fraser welcomes Dr. Nihan Maron, a veterinary doctor and microbiologist, to discuss the essential connections between pet and human microbiomes. Dr. Nihan highlights how pets, especially dogs, enhance our microbial diversity and health, while emphasizing the importance of mindful antibiotic use and t…

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The Spotify Effect, Pt 1: Ghosts in the Playlist 34:53

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Spotify has morphed from a straightforward music library and search engine into a data-driven system built to feed you songs to match your mood and optimize your time on the platform. In this episode, Morgan is joined by music journalist and author Liz Pelly to break down how Spotify built its playlist empire, the rise of so-called “ghost artists” …

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Do You Hear What I Hear? Audio Illusions and Misinformation 33:07

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Are you old enough to remember the “Magic Eye” optical illusion mania that gripped the nation in the 90’s—random patterns that you had to squint at just right for the 3D image to pop out? It turns out it's not just our eyes that can be fooled. Our ears can play tricks on us too. There's a whole world of auditory illusions that seem to say one thing…

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Why Can’t Hentai Go Legit? 33:38

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Hentai, sexually explicit Japanese animation (anime) and comics (manga), is a genre that’s been criticized for depicting violent or ethically questionable scenarios. But some fans also see it as a space for expanding the boundaries of art, culture, and sexuality in a way that reverberates beyond its status as a niche subculture. In this episode, Mo…

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The Surveillance Machine, Pt 2: No Opt-Out 32:49

2M ago32:49

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Think you can opt out of surveillance? Think again. Our locations, behaviors, and images are being tracked at unprecedented levels — and private tech companies are at the center, selling that information directly to the government. In this episode, Morgan talks with Nicol Turner Lee, Director of the Center for Technology Innovation at The Brookings…

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Beyond the Scalpel: Transforming Surgical Care from Prehab to Rehab 1:16:07

2M ago1:16:07

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics, Dr. Siobhan McCormack and Dr. Sheena Fraser are reunited. They share their recent experiences presenting at major conferences and underscore the importance of integrating microbiome science into mainstream medicine, particularly concerning pre- and post-operative care; they delve into how lifestyle intervention…

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The Surveillance Machine, Pt 1: How We Got Here 33:19

2M ago33:19

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The tools of high tech surveillance are increasingly all around us: security cameras in public and embedded in doorbells, location data on your phone, online ad tracking. A lot of this has become normalized, utterly mundane. But in the year since nationwide student protests for Palestine, heightened scrutiny of and retaliation against activists in …

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Recession Indicator Memes Are Getting Too Real 31:52

2M ago31:52

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Recession indicator memes are everywhere, pointing to everything from office wear at the club to Lady Gaga’s return to pop music as signs of looming economic doom. But with the stock market sinking and tariffs piling up, the jokes are starting to hit closer to home. In this episode, KQED community reporter Carlos Cabrera-Lomelí joins Morgan to unpa…

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How Safe is AI Therapy? 31:57

3M ago31:57

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After a divorce, KQED health reporter Lesley McClurg felt anxious over the prospect of dating again. On a whim, she turned to ChatGPT for a little emotional support — and found herself unexpectedly comforted. That experience launched her investigation into the fast-growing world of AI therapy. In this episode, Lesley joins Morgan to explore the pro…

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Twitter on a Vape: Puff, Post, Pollute 38:28

3M ago38:28

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In this episode, tech reporter Samatha Cole shares what happened when she tried to “vape the internet” after seeing a viral post about a disposable touchscreen vape with built-in social media. We also hear from environmental philosopher and public health researcher Yogi Hale Hendlin, who says these high-tech disposables are made possible by a legal…

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Back to the Future: Momentous Microbial Moments with Professor Martin Blaser 1:00:02

3M ago1:00:02

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Buckle up for a fascinating journey through microbiome history! Dr. Siobhan McCormack welcomes the esteemed Professor Martin Blaser for an episode that travels through pivotal moments in microbiome science using a "Back to the Future"-inspired lens. Hear their engaging discussion, complete with time-traveling sound effects, as they explore Professo…

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Save or Scroll: Manosphere Mornings, Luigi Sex Tape Rumors, and the Art of the Hard Launch 33:40

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We can’t cover every wild post from every corner of the internet — and not everything online warrants a full multi-tab journey. That’s where Save or Scroll comes in: our series where we team up with a guest for a rapid-fire roundup. In this episode, Morgan is joined by ICYMI co-host Candice Lim to dig into the stories they haven’t been able to stop…

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The Broligarchy Pt 2: Is this Techno-Fascism? 38:17

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The ”broligarchy” didn’t come together in a vacuum — this combination of extreme wealth, right wing leanings, and an anti-establishment point of view has been brewing for decades. There are lots of names for this ideology coming up in the news: techno-fascism, techno-feudalism, tech oligarchy, cyber-populism, authoritarian technocracy. What does it…

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The Broligarchy Pt 1: Chronicles of the PayPal Mafia 38:29

3M ago38:29

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The term “broligarchy” refers to the Silicon Valley elite tech leaders who have accumulated vast amounts of wealth, power, and now, political control over the last quarter century. In the first of a two-part series, Morgan dives deep into one highly influential subset of this “broligarchy,” the so-called PayPal Mafia. Joined by The Guardian reporte…

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What Happens if the Internet Archive Goes Dark? 35:29

4M ago35:29

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For decades, the Internet Archive has preserved our digital history. Lately, journalists and ordinary citizens have been turning to it more than ever, as the Trump administration undertakes an ideologically-driven purge of government websites. But the Archive itself faces an existential threat. In this episode, Close All Tabs Senior Editor Chris Eg…

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Waymo Problems 31:59

4M ago31:59

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Self-driving Waymo robotaxis have become a familiar sight in cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, but not everyone is happy about that. These “ghost-like” autonomous vehicles have made a lot of people uneasy, some even going as far as to vandalize the cars. But what’s behind this hostility? In this episode, Morgan speaks with Bloomberg journa…

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The Future of Gut Health: Tim Spector on Microbiomes and Nutrition 1:20:54

4M ago1:20:54

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics, Dr. Sheena Fraser sits down with Professor Tim Spector, a leading expert in microbiome research and co-founder of Zoe. They explore how gut microbes influence health, from metabolism to mental well-being, and discuss the latest insights from personalized nutrition studies. Tim shares his journey from genetic ep…

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Children of the Vlog 32:31

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The world of family vlogging is under scrutiny after the release of two new documentaries: HBO’s “An Update on Our Family” and Hulu’s “Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke.” The attention around Myka Stauffer and Ruby Franke has brought up questions about the dark side of family channels, and whether child influencers should have more say i…

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TikTok's Vibe Shift 31:10

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On January 18, 2025, TikTok went down for U.S. users. After just 14 hours, it was back. Since then, questions have been swirling online. Has the algorithm changed? Was the ban just a ruse? Has TikTok gone… conservative? In this episode, internet culture expert Taylor Lorenz joins Morgan to break down the answers to those questions. They’ll dig into…

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From Leeuwenhoek to Today: Unveiling the Secrets of the Oral Microbiome 1:01:43

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics, Dr. Siobhan McCormack is joined by Professor Egija Zaura from the Academic Centre of Dentistry in Amsterdam to explore the significance of the oral microbiome. They discuss why the oral microbiome warrants attention alongside the gut microbiome, emphasizing its role as the body’s first defense against pathogens…

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Introducing Close All Tabs 2:00

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New episodes drop weekly starting February 26! Tech journalist Morgan Sung spends most of her day online—so you don’t have to. Each week, Morgan tackles a new topic that might seem niche on the surface but is destined to impact our lives—both online and off. She pulls from experts, creators, and history to add context to the trends and depth to the…

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Microbiome Science for the Future: A Discussion with Dr. Jack Gilbert 1:02:14

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics, host Sheena welcomes microbiome science celebrity Dr. Jack Gilbert about his journey from butterfly ecologist to a leading figure in microbiome research. They explore the American Gut Project's goal of understanding microbiome diversity, the Nutrition Precision Health Program’s focus on linking nutrition to hea…

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Influencer Endorsements Gone Wild 37:43

6M ago37:43

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This episode was originally published November 2, 2024. In this final episode of the Close All Tabs miniseries, host Morgan Sung examines the increasing power of social media influencers in politics. Joined by WIRED senior tech and politics writer Makena Kelly, Morgan dives into the growing tensions between influencers and traditional journalists a…

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Stan Wars, The Fandom Menace 34:52

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This episode was originally published October 26, 2024. In this episode of Close All Tabs, host Morgan Sung examines the rise of “stan culture” in politics, where passionate supporters rally around political figures with the same fervor typically reserved for pop stars. Morgan is joined by tech and culture reporter Kat Tenbarge to unpack the evolut…

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Couch F***** Memes vs The Truth 37:47

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This episode was originally published October 19, 2024. In this episode of Close All Tabs, host Morgan Sung dives into the world of viral political memes with TechCrunch senior writer Amanda Silberling, unraveling the origins of the infamous JD Vance “couch rumor.” What began as a seemingly frivolous post on X about the Republican VP nominee spiral…

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From the Dean Scream to Brat Memes 41:02

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This episode was originally published October 12, 2024. Welcome to Close All Tabs, a special KQED podcast series exploring the intersection of internet culture and politics. In this first episode, host Morgan Sung takes us through the evolution of online campaigning—from the early days of dial-up modems to today’s Twitch streams. We’ll revisit icon…

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Slay The Princess devs share their furry art secrets 51:21

6M ago51:21

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Tony and Abby are the development duo known as Black Tabby Games, and in this episode of Game & Fortune the two put their knowledge of "games where choices matter" to the test. In this episode the two explain how Black Tabby Games was founded, the depths of Slay The Princess that people don't know about, and Abby's past life as a furry fan art illu…

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The Microbiome, Dopamine, and Parkinson’s: Exploring the Connection with Martha Carlin 1:03:17

7M ago1:03:17

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In this episode of the Microbiome Medics Podcast, Dr. Sheena Fraser is joined by citizen scientist Martha Carlin, who shares her personal journey into the world of Parkinson’s disease research. After her husband John was diagnosed in 2002, Martha utilized her background in accounting and systems analysis to investigate the complex connections betwe…

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Days Gone director spills the tea on the Vita's hit Uncharted game 48:39

7M ago48:39

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Game developer Jeff Ross joins us for this episode which revolves primarily around the games that Jeff has worked on. Jeff's best known for the Syphon Filter series, Uncharted: Golden Abyss, and Days Gone. In this episode Jeff teases what he's working on next, gives us more backstory on the development of both Uncharted: Golden Abyss and Days Gone,…

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MicroBirth: Toni Harman on Birthing Choices and the Infant Microbiome 1:02:06

8M ago1:02:06

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics, we sit down with Toni Harman, the filmmaker behind the award-winning documentary Microbirth and co-author of The Microbiome Effect. Toni shares how her personal childbirth experience, including an emergency cesarean and challenges with breastfeeding, sparked her mission to explore the critical role of the infan…

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The Power of Community: Lessons from the BSLM Conference 1:17:55

9M ago1:17:55

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In this episode of the Microbiomedics podcast, Dr. Sheena Fraser and Dr. Siobhan McCormack share insights from the BSLM conference in Newcastle. They highlight the vibrant discussions on community health initiatives and the role of young advocates, like those from "Bite Back," in combating ultra-processed foods. The doctors emphasize the urgent nee…

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An Update on the Future of this Show 2:07

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An Update on the Future of this Show 📲 Socials: ✖️ Twitter/X: twitter.com/FinnThePanther 🎶 TikTok: tiktok.com/@FinnThePanther 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/FinnThePanther 🧵 Threads: threads.net/@FinnThePanther ☁️ BlueSky (18+:) https://bsky.app/profile/bluesky.finnthepanther.comBy Finn the Panther

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Metaphor: ReFantazio's Louis Guiabern is the Caedelyn Sheep Walker 50:35

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Joe Tweedale, the voice actor for Metaphor: ReFantazio's Louis Guiabern, joins the GLHF team to put his knowledge of SEGA games to the test. Metaphor: ReFantazio is out now, and this pod is the perfect way to start your journey in Euchronia. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Skin Deep: The Microbiome's Role in Healthy Skin 55:54

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In this episode of Microbiome Medics Podcast, I (Dr. Sheena Fraser) speak with Dr. Holly Wilkinson, a microbiome scientist at Hull York Medical School, about the vital role of the skin microbiome in health and disease. We discuss how the skin microbiome’s unique characteristics, influenced by factors like body location and hygiene, are crucial for …

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5. Spirit Halloween Furry Masks and The Furry Fandom Roadmap! 31:58

11M ago31:58

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It has been quite the past couple of weeks in the furry fandom! In this episode, Finn goes over the latest update on FurAffinity, and how the fallout of the website and Twitter account being "hacked" revealed an interesting dependency furries have that is not always obvious. Finn also unpacks his latest two videos, including his thoughts on the res…

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4. Lasting Longer while Fursuiting and Not Making Friends with Every Furry! 49:34

11M ago49:34

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It has been a busy past couple of weeks! Today, Finn goes over the sad but impactful news of the founder of FurAffinity passing away and the legacy that he left behind. Then there's two videos to unpack, one about lasting longer while fursuiting and another about why trying to make friends with everyone in the furry fandom probably won't work out, …

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3. Furry Merch and Mailing Furry Convention Badges 42:59

11M ago42:59

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This week, we're going over the definition of "furry merch" and how the idea of merchandise bought and sold for the furry fandom has expanded. Then Finn dives deeper into his thoughts on mailing furry convention badges to help make the lines at convention registration shorter, including if the idea is even viable at all! 📲 Socials: ✖️ Twitter/X: tw…

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Netflix The Witcher's Keira Metz shares her love for One Piece 50:54

12M ago50:54

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Safiyya Ingar, best known for playing Keira Metz in Netflix's The Witcher series, joins us to compete in this dragon-themed episode that gets totally derailed by love for One Piece. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy GLHF

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2. Stickers and Exploring at Furry Conventions 27:14

12M ago27:14

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This week, we're talking about how furries reacted to some impactful news from the last week and how that resulted in a discussion of furry jobs and printing out stickers! We then go into more detail about Finn's video on exploring your surroundings at furry conventions and why, despite it being something hard to convince people to do, it's still w…

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From Surgery to Science: Dr. James Kinross on Gut Microbiome Research 1:00:52

12M ago1:00:52

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Dr. Siobhan McCormack interviews James Kinross, a colorectal surgeon and microbiome researcher. James discusses the potential of robotic surgery and its precision, the link between the microbiome and colorectal cancer, and the importance of preserving gut health. They explore probiotics, evidence-based treatments, and the role of Fusobacterium nucl…

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1. Welcome (Back) and Anthrocon 2024 Review 42:57

12M ago42:57

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Welcome (back) to the show! Today we go over a little bit about what this new podcast is all about and review Anthrocon 2024, from both an individual attendee perspective and how it fared as the largest (in-person) furry convention of all time! 📲 Socials: ✖️ Twitter/X: twitter.com/FinnThePanther 🎶 TikTok: tiktok.com/@FinnThePanther 📸 Instagram: ins…

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Welcome to Furry, Explained with Finn the Panther 1:26

12M ago1:26

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Welcome (back) to Furry, Explained with Finn the Panther, a podcast by a furry, but for everyone! 📲 Socials: ✖️ Twitter/X: twitter.com/FinnThePanther 🎶 TikTok: tiktok.com/@FinnThePanther 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/FinnThePanther 🧵 Threads: threads.net/@FinnThePanther ☁️ BlueSky (18+:) https://bsky.app/profile/bluesky.finnthepanther.com…

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The Role of Diet in Managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Gut Nut Dietician Lucy Kerrison 1:06:03

1y ago1:06:03

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Dr. Siobhan McCormack, Dr. Sheena Fraser, and guest Lucy Kerrison (aka The GutNut Dietician) discuss the role of diet in managing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), focusing on Crohn's disease. Lucy emphasizes personalized nutrition, debunks dietary myths during flare-ups, and addresses challenges accessing dietitians in the NHS. The conversation co…

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God of War's Freya shows us her flawless British accent 56:47

1y ago56:47

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This time we're joined by the wonderful Danielle Bisutti, an accomplished actor and voice actor who has starred in a variety of shows and games you've probably already enjoyed. Danielle has been in Charmed, Two and a Half Men, 90210, CSI, LEGO Video Game Movie 2, and of course, God of War: Ragnarok as Freya. In this episode Danielle shares some sto…

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Sowing the Seeds of Wellness: The Role of Soil Health in Human Microbiomes with Lee Holdstock 1:49:37

1y ago1:49:37

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In this episode of the Microbiome Medics Podcast, we are joined by Lee Holdstock from the Soil Association, UK's biggest organic certifier, to explore the vital connection between soil health and human microbiomes. Our discussion highlights the benefits of organic farming practices for soil health, biodiversity, and ultimately, human well-being. We…

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Assassin's Creed's Bayek is now a Game Developer 46:06

1y ago46:06

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Abubakar Salim is not just the developer of Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, he’s also an acclaimed actor known for Raised By Wolves, Jamestown, Assassin’s Creed: Origins, and the upcoming House of the Dragon season two. That kind of resumé demands respect, and unfortunately, the GLHF team is borderline unable to give it in GLHF’s Game & Fortune Podcast epis…