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Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

Sean Carroll | Wondery

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Ever wanted to know how music affects your brain, what quantum mechanics really is, or how black holes work? Do you wonder why you get emotional each time you see a certain movie, or how on earth video games are designed? Then you’ve come to the right place. Each week, Sean Carroll will host conversations with some of the most interesting thinkers in the world. From neuroscientists and engineers to authors and television producers, Sean and his guests talk about the biggest ideas in science, ...

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Sidedoor

Smithsonian Institution

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More than 154 million treasures fill the Smithsonian’s vaults. But where the public’s view ends, Sidedoor begins. With the help of biologists, artists, historians, archaeologists, zookeepers and astrophysicists, host Lizzie Peabody sneaks listeners through the Smithsonian’s side door, telling stories that can’t be heard anywhere else. Check out si.edu/sidedoor and follow @SidedoorPod for more info.

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Uncommon Knowledge

Hoover Institution

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For more than two decades the Hoover Institution has been producing Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson, a series hosted by Hoover fellow Peter Robinson as an outlet for political leaders, scholars, journalists, and today’s big thinkers to share their views with the world.

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Distillations | Science History Institute

Science History Institute

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Distillations is the Science History Institute’s critically acclaimed flagship podcast. We take deep dives into stories that range from the serious to the eccentric, all to help listeners better understand the surprising science that is all around us. Hear about everything from the crisis in Alzheimer’s research to New England’s 19th-century vampire panic in compelling, sometimes-funny, documentary-style audio stories.

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Exile

Leo Baeck Institute – New York | Berlin and Antica Productions

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Welcome to Exile, a podcast about Jewish lives under the shadow of fascism. Narrated by award-winning screen and stage actor, Mandy Patinkin. Untold stories and firsthand accounts drawn from intimate letters, diaries and interviews found in the Leo Baeck Institute’s vast archive. Each episode, a story of beauty and danger that brings history to life. Because the past is always present. Starting November 1, episodes are released weekly every Tuesday. The Leo Baeck Institute, New York | Berlin ...

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German Historical Institute London Podcast

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Welcome to the podcast of the German Historical Institute London, a research centre for German and British academics and students in the heart of Bloomsbury. The GHIL is a research base for historians of all eras working on colonial history and global relations or the history of Great Britain and Ireland, and also provides a meeting point for UK historians whose research concerns the history of the German-speaking lands. In each podcast episode, ranging from interviews to lecture recordings, ...

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None Of The Above

Institute for Global Affairs

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As the United States confronts an ever-changing set of international challenges, our foreign policy leaders continue to offer the same old answers. But what are the alternatives? In None Of The Above, the Eurasia Group Institute for Global Affairs' Mark Hannah asks leading global thinkers for new answers and new ideas to guide an America increasingly adrift in the world. www.noneoftheabovepodcast.org

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Reviewing Chinese history with systems analysis

Vincent Yuanyi Chang

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Understand the big picture for the sake of ourselves email：[email protected] B.A. in History and Political Science, University of Claifornia, Davis, 2003 PMP, Project Management I institute， since2007 MBA， Fu-Jen Catholic University， 2008 Powered by Firstory Hosting

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Van Leer Institute Series on Ideas

New Books Network

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Interviews with thought-leaders about their new books. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/van-leer-institute

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Dr Reality - Dave Champion

drreality.news

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Simple and clear presentation and analysis of current events, history, law, science, physiology, etc. I offer nothing more than simple facts, plan arguments and common sense. “Dr” in the ‘Dr Reality’ refers to Dave’s doctorate degree in Political Philosophy.

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Political Economy with Jim Pethokoukis

AEI Podcasts

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Tune in each week as James Pethokoukis interviews economists, business leaders, academics and others on the most important and interesting issues of the day. You can find all episodes at AEI, Ricochet, and wherever podcasts are downloaded, and look for follow-up transcripts and blog posts at aei.org.

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Clinical neurology with KD

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Clinical Neurology with KD is a podcast hosted by Dr Krishnadas N C, Senior Consultant Neurologist at Meitra Hospital, Kerala, India, a National Board Neurology Teaching Institute. It is one of the top 20 International neurology podcasts, according to Feedspot. Dr Krishnadas has over 15 years of experience in teaching medical students. In this podcast, he will discuss how to localize a neurological lesion based on history taking and physical examination. The podcast is meant for medical stud ...

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Conversations with Tyler

Mercatus Center at George Mason University

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Tyler Cowen engages today’s deepest thinkers in wide-ranging explorations of their work, the world, and everything in between. New conversations every other Wednesday. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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Sustainability, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Politics, Activism, Biodiversity, Carbon Footprint, Wildlife, Regenerative Agriculture, Circular Economy, Extinction, Net-Zero · One Planet Podcast

Mia Funk

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The story of our environment may well be the most important story this century. We focus on issues facing people and the planet. Leading environmentalists, organizations, activists, and conservationists discuss meaningful ways to create a better and more sustainable future. Participants include EARTHDAY.ORG, Greenpeace, UNESCO World Heritage Centre, PETA, European Environment Agency, Peter Singer, 350.org, UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development, Ci ...

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Foresight Institute Radio

Foresight Institute

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Foresight Institute Radio features the most cutting-edge talks and seminars from our workshops—fresh insights on advanced AI, nanotech, longevity biotech, and beyond. See the slides and demos on YouTube, and follow @ForesightInst on X for real-time updates. For polished, in-studio interviews, check out our sister feed: The Existential Hope Podcast Foresight Institute is an independent nonprofit devoted to steering emerging technologies toward beneficial futures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co ...

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All Things Policy

Takshashila Institution

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Ever wondered how automation will change the world? Maybe you puzzle over what India could do to ease traffic congestion, or how China's aircraft carriers will transform Indian Ocean geopolitics? All Things Policy, a daily podcast brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, brings you all the answers. Every weekday, our researchers break down complex economic and geopolitical ideas through the lens of current events. For everyone from the busy executive to the curious student, All Things ...

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UCD Humanities Institute Podcast

UCD Humanities Institute

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This podcast series features recordings of academic papers from workshops, conferences and seminars in the University College Dublin Humanities Institute. The UCD Humanities Institute provides a creative architectural and conceptual space for interdisciplinary research in the humanities and allied disciplines. The Institute forms an integral element within UCD's strategic mission to develop as a research intensive university and has set itself the objective of enhancing the critical mass and ...

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Ní hansae: The School of Celtic Studies Research Podcast

DIAS

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"Ní hansae: The School of Celtic Studies Research Podcast" is the podcast of the School of Celtic Studies at Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS). https://www.dias.ie/series/ni-hansae/ Ní hansae is Old Irish for ‘not difficult’, which is precisely what you will think after having heard the researchers explaining their research in their own words on this podcast. Tune in to new episodes to learn about the history of the School and the research of its current members.

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COMPLEXITY

Santa Fe Institute

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The official podcast of the Santa Fe Institute. Subscribe now and be part of the exploration!

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Diverse Joy

Diverse Joy

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Infusing science, practical skills, and joy into diversity discussions! Follow @DiverseJoy on social media! In each episode, Dr. William T. L. Cox and Dr. Amber Nelson share something that is bringing them joy, talk about a diversity topic, share stories, teach a bias habit-breaking skill, and give a media recommendation of something that brings them joy. Their goal is jointly to provide entertainment and education, and they infuse science, practicality, and most of all, joy into conversatio ...

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Reframing History

American Association for State and Local History

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As the public debates around history grow louder, it seems there’s a gap between how history practitioners understand their work and what the public thinks history is. We need a more productive public conversation about history. But how do we get on the same page? Over the course of this series, we’ll be speaking to historians, history communicators, and educators from around the country about the language we use to communicate history to the public. Hosted by Christy Coleman and Jason Stein ...

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Global Connections Television Podcast

Bill Miller

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Global Connections Television (GCTV), the only talk show of its type in the world, has featured a myriad of guests ranging from leaders at the UN to the private sector to academics to non-governmental organizations.

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CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley

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CBS News Sunday Morning is the top-rated Sunday morning news program in all the key demos and features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science, Americana and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. CBS News Sunday Morning listeners can use discount code "SUNDAY20" for 20% off all CBS News Sunday Morning products on ParamountShop.com. Watch CBS News Sunday Morning every Sunday morning at 9AM ET on CBS or stream it on Paramount+.

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Xavier Gold Live Podcast

Xavier University of Louisiana’s Office of Alumni Relations and Institutional Advancement

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Xavier Gold Live Podcast, a production of Xavier's Office of Alumni Relations and Institutional Advancement, shines a spotlight on the journeys of alumni who are making a difference in their sphere of influence. Each episode explores how Xavier has influenced their lives and careers, and how they give back to their Alma Mater and communities, embodying the mission of Xavier. It’s where Xavier's legacy comes to life. Join us on the first Tuesday of each month as we explore stories of leadersh ...

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The Frommer's Travel Show

Pauline Frommer

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Since the 1957 publication of Arthur Frommer's (1929-2024) seminal Europe on $5 a Day, the Frommer guidebooks have been America's most trusted travel source. This podcast, hosted by Arthur Frommer's daughter, and President of FrommerMedia LLC, Pauline Frommer, gives listeners the low down on what's happening in the world of travel today. Topics range from the most appealing destinations, to money-saving and enjoyment-enhancing trends, to books and TV shows that bring travel into your daily l ...

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The Sentience Institute Podcast

Sentience Institute

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Interviews with activists, social scientists, entrepreneurs and change-makers about the most effective strategies to expand humanity’s moral circle, with an emphasis on expanding the circle to farmed animals. Host Jamie Harris, a researcher at moral expansion think tank Sentience Institute, takes a deep dive with guests into advocacy strategies from political initiatives to corporate campaigns to technological innovation to consumer interventions, and discusses advocacy lessons from history, ...

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Root of Conflict

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Why are some places affected by violence and disorder while others enjoy peace and stability? From the University of Chicago Public Policy Podcasts, “Root of Conflict” analyzes violent conflict around the world, and the people, societies, and policy issues it affects. We meet with leading experts to discuss what can be done to create more peaceful societies. This series is produced in partnership with the Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts at the Harris School ...

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Alien Crash Site

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A new InterPlanetary interview series from the Santa Fe Institute takes a page from the Strugatsky brothers' classic Soviet sci-fi novel, Roadside Picnic, to discuss a variety of transformative alien artifacts. Thirteen years ago, an alien civilization visited our planet, and left behind myriad, mysterious materials in their crash sites. These areas, Zones, behave very strangely, but the interplanetary items they contain could change the trajectory of our technological advancement. What appe ...

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Carried by Water

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Carried by Water explores stories of movement revolving around water as a force of nature, a resource and a pillar of well-being. Season One explores the legacies and lessons learned from Super typhoon Haiyan / Yolanda, which made landfall in the Philippines on November 8, 2013. Season Two travels to the mid-Atlantic region of the United States—where communities in New Jersey and Delaware along with scientists are grappling with questions of relocation in the face of increasing flooding and ...

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Artifacts

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A variety of artifacts of history and science will be discussed. These podcasts are meant for parents and teachers to discuss with their children and students.

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Forever Curious: An Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Podcast

OLLI - UW

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Does learning just stop when you hit 22 or 25? Of course not! So why should it stop at 50 or 70 or ever? The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Washington is for people who are truly lifelong learners. For those who are forever curious about the world around us, past, present, and future. This podcast, Forever Curious, will be full of discussions with experts, free lectures, conversations with OLLI-UW members and more. We hope you'll join us here, as we listen to lectures ...

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Human Centered

Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences

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Conversations about projects and research undertaken by scholars & affiliates of the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS) at Stanford University; interviews with renowned fellows from CASBS history; and audio versions of occasional CASBS live events. CASBS is a scholarly community like no other for collaborative, cross-disciplinary, generative research. It brings together deep thinkers to address wicked problems and significant societal challenges. It empowers them to ...

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Sideways Sociology: UK Anti-Racism

The Sociological Review Foundation

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Three activists. Their ideas, their work, their lasting importance. In this special short series of audio essays from the Sociological Review Foundation, three expert guests introduce us to key figures in the story of UK anti-racism, illuminating how they show us what that term really means – and what it takes – but also how their work and ideas speak to sociology, too, and deserve to be better known. Starting the series, John Narayan – Chair of the Council of the Institute of Race Relations ...

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Aquinas 101 - Science and Faith

The Thomistic Institute

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Has modern science made faith in God impossible? Does belief in miracles and traditional dogmas require us to deny scientific evidence, or abandon the scientific method? Does Schrodinger’s cat invalidate the principle of non-contradiction? The Catholic faith does not need to fear contemporary science. In fact, great believing minds have steered the scientific project until today, and still have much to say about the harmony of science and divine faith.

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Explorers Institute - Let's Explore!

Jonathan Knowles

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All things science, technology, innovation and exploration. Let's Explore! The Explorers Institute is committed to inspiring everyone to discover their inner explorer. We believe in the power of science, technology, and innovation to change our world for the better through personal connection and meaningful storytelling.

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Medical Humanities Podcast

BMJ Group

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The Medical Humanities podcast offers the latest discussions in the field of medical humanities. Each episode features in-depth interviews with experts talking about a broad range of topics in the field. The podcast transcript is also available on the journal’s blog. Medical Humanities - mh.bmj.com - is an international journal from the BMJ Group and the Institute of Medical Ethics (IME) publishing studies on the history of medicine, cultures of medicine, disability, gender, bioethics & medi ...

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Initial Conditions: A Physics History Podcast

Niels Bohr Library & Archives

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Initial conditions provide the context in which physics happens. Likewise, in Initial Conditions: a Physics History Podcast, we provide the context in which physical discoveries happened. We dive into the collections of the Niels Bohr Library & Archives at the American Institute of Physics to uncover the unexpected stories behind the physics we know. Through these stories, we hope to challenge the conventional history of what it means to be a physicist.

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World Resources Institute Podcasts Plus

WRI's Big Ideas Into Action podcast

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"Big Ideas Into Action" is the relaunched podcast from the World Resources Institute, bringing you the big ideas that combat the world's most pressing environmental and developmental challenges. You'll hear the voices of those meeting the challenges on the ground across the globe and find out about the way we're finding the answers and translating them into action. We'll be podcasting in series of six to eight at a time, once a week, with occasional special episodes to add our insights and a ...

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Public Anthropologist Podcast

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PUAN podcast features ideas and thoughts about issues that concern the public. Conversations are brief and entail translation of complex social idea or theory into intelligible language. It is hosted by Dr. Antonio De Lauri, Research Professor at Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI), Norway and Saumya Pandey, doctoral researcher at CMI.

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Chatter

Lawfare

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Weekly long-form conversations with fascinating people at the creative edges of national security. Unscripted. Informal. Always fresh. Chatter guests roll with the punches to describe artistic endeavors related to national security and jump into cutting-edge thinking at the frontiers where defense and foreign policy overlap with technology, intelligence, climate change, history, sports, culture, and beyond. Each week, listeners get a no-holds-barred dialogue at an intersection between Lawfar ...

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Meeting Street

Cogut Institute for the Humanities

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Host Amanda Anderson explores topics of vital societal interest through conversations with scholars and writers whose voices have helped define issues and shape debates. Special focus on the forms of knowledge that characterize the humanities. Produced by the Cogut Institute for the Humanities at Brown University.

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Geneva Intl.

Students of the Graduate Institute, Geneva

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This series is developed by students, staff, research centers and the faculty at the Graduate Institute of International Studies and Development (IHEID). It will host podcasts on a plethora of topics that range from research and studying to aspects of international life in Geneva and at the Institute.

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Sportspreneurship: Narrating Those Untold Stories 35:07

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Arshi Yasin, founder of The Bridge, chats with Malathi Renati on her inspiring sportspreneur journey, marked by grit, purpose, and a deep belief in the power of untold stories. From navigating the initial hurdles to amplifying the voices of India's diverse sporting ecosystem, her story is a testament to the gro…

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AMA | July 2025 4:03:52

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Welcome to the July 2025 Ask Me Anything episode of Mindscape! These monthly excursions are funded by Patreon supporters (who are also the ones asking the questions). We take questions asked by Patreons, whittle them down to a more manageable number -- based primarily on whether I have anything interesting to say about them, not whether the questio…

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Extended Interview: Sabrina Carpenter 30:26

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Correspondent Tracy Smith sits down with Sabrina Carpenter to discuss the music superstar's career path; her "Short n' Sweet" tour; and how her mother influenced her approach to artistic choices and to dealing with fame. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your…

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Exploring India's Defence Ecosystem 35:55

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan, Yusuf Unjhawala, and Aniket Vijayvargiya delve into the intricacies of India's defence ecosystem. They explore the nation's defence imports and procurement processes, aiming to understand the needs of 21st-century warfare, the evolving requirements of the Indian armed forces, and the ongoing mode…

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Jaws at 50, Mark Twain Biography, Sabrina Carpenter 58:10

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Hosted by Mo Rocca. In our cover story, Rocca examines the history of the Statue of Liberty and how it became a beacon for immigrants. Also: Ben Mankiewicz talks with Richard Dreyfuss, Lorraine Gary and screenwriter Carl Gottlieb about the making of “Jaws”; Robert Costa interviews Ron Chernow, author of a new biography of Mark Twain; Tracy Smith si…

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Awe Inspiring Flora and Fauna You Should Travel to See 34:23

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Dylan Thuras and Cara Giaimo, publisher and author of the new book "Atlas Obscura: Wild Life" came on to discuss exploding ants, Devil's Hole pup fish, tent-making bats, Morimo moss balls, and the other extraordinary flora and fauna you might consider traveling to see.By Pauline Frommer

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Everything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York Commune, 2052-2072 w/ M. E. O’BRIEN & EMAN 44:10

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In this episode on Speaking Out of Place podcast Professor David Palumbo-Liu talks with M. E. O’Brien and Eman Abdelhadi about their dazzling and challenging book, Everything for Everyone: An Oral History of the New York Commune, 2052 to 2072. They imagine a world haunted by genocide, ecocide, disease, fascism, and viral capitalism, but rather than…

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India’s Balancing Act: Between Regional Realities and Global Ambitions 35:24

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Vanshika Saraf is joined by Dr. Chietigj Bajpee, Senior Research Fellow at the Asia-Pacific Programme at Chatham House, London. They discuss how India is managing the intersection between its neighbourhood constraints and its global power aspirations. From India’s recent charm offensive in the international rea…

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Ward Wilson, Author, “It Is Possible: A Future Without Nuclear Weapons” 25:04

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Ward Wilson is the founder and executive director of RealistRevolt. He is widely acknowledged as s leading source of innovative pragmatic arguments against nuclear weapons in the world today. His latest book, “It Is Possible: A Future Without Nuclear Weapons” has been endorsed by world leaders and scores of experts. About 90% of the 12,500 nukes ar…

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Dr. Susan Sturm , “What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform Our Institutions” 23:01

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Dr. Susan Sturm is the George M. Jaffin Professor of Law and Social Responsibility and the Founding Director of the Center for Institutional and Social Change at Columbia Law School. Her scholarship and teaching focus on advancing racial equity and full participation in educational, legal, and cultural institutions, increasing access to justice, an…

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From Tragedy to Action - Beyond Carlton 42:18

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar, COO of Takshashila Institution, is in conversation with Uday Vijayan, Managing Trustee & President of Beyond Carlton, a citizen-led fire safety initiative established after the 2010 Carlton Towers fire tragedy in Bangalore. We unpack lived experiences, gaps in the system, and the sparks of hop…

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Janina Struk, Paul Betts and James Bulgin: London – Images as Evidence | Bilder als Beweise 1:07:00

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The exhibition “The Horror Camps”, displayed in the Reading Room of the Daily Express in London from May 1945, featured enlarged photographs from the liberated Nazi camps. It prompted questions about the relationship between image and evidence, as well as the public use of degrading images, which remain profoundly relevant to this day. Janina Struk…

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S1E12: Moving From Surviving to Thriving: Addressing Bias Impacts on Mental Health 1:44:51

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Amber's geeky joy this month is the creativity of insurance commercials, and Will’s joy is visiting the American Players Theater for Shakespeare productions. July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness month, so the cohosts discuss bias and its effects on mental health. We talk about various ways that bias can cause mental health issues, whether that bia…

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A New SATHI in Battle 26:40

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In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Col. KPM Das and Anushka Saxena talk about the story of the SATHI Handheld Battle Computer—a pioneering but ultimately shelved project that could have transformed the Indian Army’s battlefield operations. As a leading army officer for the project, KPM sheds light on how the product was developed, what SATHI a…

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Ten Cases of Hope for Our Future w/ MONICA FERIA-TINTA - Highlights 15:14

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“I guess the book was about giving hope because I realized how much we could do together. I believe that ordinary people are the ones bringing changes here. I believe that the communities gathering together – for example, I am seeing that in this country around the protection of rivers – are the ones that will mark the change. It's not going to com…

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Leading Ours: How Xavier Shaped Dwayne Aikens '04 to Build a Legacy That Lifts Others 37:17

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Send us a text In this episode of Xavier Gold Live, co-hosts Jamya Stewart and Amaya Sanford sit down with Dwayne Aikens Jr. ‘04, a proud Xavier alumnus and state award–winning nonprofit leader. As Co-founder and Executive Director of We Lead Ours, Dwayne shares how his time at Xavier University of Louisiana laid the foundation for a life rooted in…

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The Bangalore Bike Taxi Ban 29:44

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The final ban on bike taxis in Karnataka is the culmination of a legal tussle between the government and commercial operators. The ban is not only deeply misguided, but also a reflection of the gap in governance that exists in the state and how it has been exploited by incumbent vested interests. In this episode of All Things Policy, Leah Govias an…

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The Abducens nerve conversation 26:18

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Send us a text This bonus episode features a conversation with Dr. Smitha Vijayan on episode 3, "The Abducens Nerve." We're testing out this experimental format to bring the material to life in a new way. Please text me to let me know whether you like it. Support the show Say hello to us on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Those who like readin…

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320 | Solo: Complexity and the Universe 2:14:44

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Our universe started out looking very simple: hot, dense, smooth, rapidly expanding. According to our best current model, it will end up looking simple once again: cold, dark, empty. It's in between -- now, roughly speaking -- that things look complex. I have been working to understand the stages by which complexity comes into existence, thrives, a…

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Extended Interview - Michael Tilson Thomas 40:07

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Conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas sits down with CBS News' Lesley Stahl to discuss his family history of show business; mentoring and directing young musicians; and the competitive element of his relationship with Leonard Bernstein. He also gives Stahl a lesson in conducting, including how to "mix it up," and explains why D♯ and E♭ – whi…

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An Island of Strangers? Why the UK is Pushing Migrants Away 24:18

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In this episode, Maya Patra and Astha Rastogi break down the UK government's 2025 immigration white paper introduced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. They discuss how the proposed policies—from extended residency timelines to new restrictions on international students and care workers—reflect a broader shift toward nationalism. What’s at stake as th…

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Ep 1225 – U.S. Financial Institutions REQUIRE You to Commit PERJURY to Open An Account! 53:39

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Dr. Champion is interviewed on the John Dowling Show regarding the limited application of withholding US income tax, as well as revealing that every financial institution in America – including crypto platforms – requires a prospective customer to commit perjury as a condition of opening an account! Dave’s books are at https://drreality.news/store/…

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The Cost of Budget Cuts on the National Cancer Institute, Uber CEO, The New Superman Movie 1:01:28

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Hosted by Lee Cowan. In our cover story, Ted Koppel examines how funding cuts and layoffs are affecting cancer research at the National Institutes of Health. Also: Ben Mankiewicz previews the new “Superman” film, and talks with director James Gunn and actor David Corenswet; Lesley Stahl sits down with conductor-composer Michael TilsonThomas; Jo Lon…

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A Barrister for the Earth: Ten Cases of Hope for Our Future w/ MONICA FERIA-TINTA 58:34

9d ago58:34

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“I like young people to know that they're extremely powerful. So I'm one person, but I think I always had this positive idea about my role. You cannot let anyone tell you what limitations are there, so you shouldn't feel limited by anyone telling you this is as far as you can go, or this is what you can do. I think only you know about that, and I t…

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France & Joie de Vivre: Why the French May Be Enjoying Their Lives More Than You & I (Plus How to Get In On the Fun When You're There) 30:44

9d ago30:44

30:44

Cathy Yandell, the author of the book "The French Art of Living Well: Finding Joie de Vivre in the Everyday World" was the guest this episode.By Pauline Frommer

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Season 2: Ep. 2 – Medieval Irish Kings and the English Invasion with Dr Seán Ó Hoireabhárd 46:37

11d ago46:37

46:37

Today we are talking to Dr Seán Ó Hoireabhárd, formerly an O’Donovan postdoctoral scholar in the School of Celtic Studies at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (and now at Maynooth University). We discuss his new book ‘Medieval... Read MoreBy DIAS

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How is China Shaping the Global Weapons Market? 32:06

11d ago32:06

32:06

China's arms exports are enhancing, in both absolute numbers and quality. The construction of an expansive internal military-industrial complex is underway, fulfilling the purposes of both self-reliance and market capture. As war becomes the norm, how do China's arms sales fare? What is it selling, and to whom? And which are the conglomerates respo…

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Another World Is Possible: Lessons for America From Around the Globe w/ NATASHA HAKIMI ZAPATA 54:55

11d ago54:55

54:55

“ It's a really dangerous time we're living through, and I do think that when we talk about these progressive policies, a huge problem in the US is that we still have a lot of stigma left over from the Cold War that keeps us from really great ideas because they're branded as socialist or communist. And I’ve seen, in the time I've been a journalist …

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Episode 10: Why The '90s Matter 30:48

12d ago30:48

30:48

The 1990s were a pivotal decade for the United States and the world. This season on None Of The Above, we rewinded to the ‘90s to cover the breakup of the Soviet Union, America’s unipolar moment, and the rise of China. We explored civil war in Afghanistan, the spread of nuclear weapons, South Africa’s transition to democracy, and much more. The ‘90…

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Mapping Health: GeoTech for Better Lives 23:03

12d ago23:03

23:03

In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, research analyst with the Geospatial Programme at the Takshashila Institution and Akhil Siddharth, Part of the Product Team for the Health Campaigns Management platform at eGov Foundation — helping governments in Africa run better vaccine and health campaigns, dive deep into the transformative i…

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Austan Goolsbee on Central Banking as a Data Dog 58:40

10d ago58:40

58:40

Austan Goolsbee is one of Tyler Cowen’s favorite economists—not because they always agree, but because Goolsbee embodies what it means to think like an economist. Whether he’s analyzing productivity slowdowns in the construction sector, exploring the impact of taxes on digital commerce, or poking holes in overconfident macro narratives, Goolsbee is…

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Bloodsuckers! 30:33

13d ago30:33

30:33

Leeches don’t get a lot of love. They’re slimy, wriggly, and, well, they suck—blood that is. But there’s a lot to learn about the lowly leech. Led by a troupe of Smithsonian experts, we’ll discover how these toothy hangers-on wormed their way into medical practices, performance art, and EVERY human cavity. Yes, even that one. It's a journey of disc…

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Mangoes Going Bananas 24:54

13d ago24:54

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Anisree Suresh is in conversation with Sowmya Prabhakar to peel the unexpected ban on Thotapuri mango procurement from Karnataka & Tamil Nadu by Chittoor. What actually happened? Is it about quality, pricing, politics or all of these? We invoke all the stakeholders - States, factories & farmers. We also dwell i…

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Israel-Iran War Pt.2 28:43

14d ago28:43

28:43

Join Yusuf Unjhawala and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where we examine the escalating tensions and military exchanges between Israel and Iran. The Middle East today stands at a dangerous crossroads. In June 2025, the long-simmering shadow conflict between Israel and Iran erupted into open warfare, with Israel launching unpr…

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319 | Bryan Van Norden on Philosophy From the Rest of the World 1:12:39

15d ago1:12:39

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It is common to refer to philosophy as "a series of footnotes to Plato." But in the original quote, Alfred North Whitehead was more careful: he limited his characterization to "the European philosophical tradition." There are other traditions, both ancient and ongoing: Chinese philosophy, Indian philosophy, Africana philosophy, and various indigeno…

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Extended Interview: Patrick Schwarzenegger 35:32

15d ago35:32

35:32

Actor Patrick Schwarzenegger, whose breakout role was playing the sex-obsessed scion of a wealthy family on vacation in Thailand in HBO's "The White Lotus," talks with correspondent Lee Cowan about growing up on the set of Arnold Schwarzenegger's films; his "kind of creepy, but funny" audition for "White Lotus"; his father's reaction to his perform…

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Israel-Iran War Pt.1 27:51

15d ago27:51

27:51

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Patrick Schwarzenegger, Waldorf Astoria, Investigation into Dialysis Companies 51:17

15d ago51:17

51:17

Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Erin Moriarty reports on a CBS News investigation into serious concerns about the kidney dialysis industry. Also: Lee Cowan interviews actor Patrick Schwarzenegger, star of HBO’s “The White Lotus”; Norah O’Donnell sits down with GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski; Gayle King tours the recently renovated Waldorf Astor…

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Chicago, Its Awesome Art Institute, and How To Improve Your Time in Any Museum. Plus How to Better Your Chances of Surviving a Plane Crash 37:19

16d ago37:19

37:19

Joe Cunniff, DePaul University instructor and tour guide extraordinaire, led us on a virtual tour of Chicago and its world class art museum. Then former NTSB inspector and aviation safety consultant Jeff Guzzetti gave some straight talk about what passengers need to research, and do, before and during a flight.…