Best U.S. National Science Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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Ultra-Processed Nation: Why Our Food Is Making Us Sick - with Neeti Mahajan, Vital Farms 41:31

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In the U.S., over 42% of adults are obese, nearly 12% have diabetes, and around 60% live with at least 1 chronic disease. Diet-related chronic diseases—including heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers—contribute to approximately 1 million deaths each year. In a country overflowing with food, why are so many of us sick? Host Jason Arora sits dow…

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Between Land and Water: Tribal Relocation and Resistance 35:45

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Climate change is altering the land we live on, and Indigenous communities are on the frontline. In this episode, we bring you to Alaska, where rapid permafrost thaw is threatening the Native village of Nunapitchuk. Then, we head to Louisiana, where the Pointe-Au-Chien Indian Tribe is watching their land disappear underwater due to sea level rise. …

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Light From Cosmic Dawn 16:32

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U.S. National Science Foundation-supported observatories allow researchers to advance and expand humanity’s understanding of the early universe. Tobias Marriage, a professor at Johns Hopkins University, and Yunyang Li, a postdoctoral researcher at The University of Chicago, discuss how they used the NSF Cosmology Large Angular Scale Surveyor to see…

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Long Time Coming - Former Commissioners Danny Werfel and John Koskinen on what's next for the Internal Revenue Service 31:22

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As the Senate votes to confirm new IRS Commissioner Billy Long, w e welcome two titans of IRS leadership, former Commissioners Danny Werfel and John Koskinen, both Academy fellows. They discuss the challenges and changes at the IRS, including budget cuts, workforce reductions, and the impact on taxpayer services. We get an up close look at the futu…

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2314 FBF: Deregulated Hedge Funds with Les Leopold Author of ‘How to Make a Million Dollars An Hour’ 1:18:53

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 332 published last August 11, 2013. Jason talks with Les Leopold on his new book: "How to Make a Million Dollars an Hour: Why Financial Elites get away with siphoning off America's Wealth." In the interview, Les details just how hedge funds are making unthinkable amounts of money. Les Leopold co-founded and cur…

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Rep. LaLota votes in favor of cutting funding for public media 10:07

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Southampton Village Police are warning residents and visitors that there will be increased police presence and possible traffic tie-ups over the weekend ahead of the anticipated “Billionaires Lane Shutdown” protest tomorrow. As reported on 27east.com, Southampton Village Police said that travel delays, temporary road closures and parking restrictio…

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Deep Sea Mining: Promise or Peril? 59:46

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Send us a text Beneath the waves, in the darkness of the deep ocean, lies one of Earth's last pristine wilderness areas – a place we've barely begun to understand. Now, a high-stakes race is underway to mine valuable minerals from the seafloor, with profound implications for marine ecosystems and our planet's future. Richard Charter from The Ocean …

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East End "No Kings" rallies taking place this weekend 9:51

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is scheduled to testify before the House Oversight Committee today as the Republican-led panel investigates Democrat-led states with so-called sanctuary immigration policies that limit state cooperation with federal immigration agents. Hochul will appear alongside Gov. JB Pritzker of Illinois and Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesot…

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2313: The Future of Real Estate: Exploring Bitcoin Mortgages & Crypto Loans with Milo 45:57

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Jason discusses the innovation in crypto mortgages and the importance of maintaining an optimistic outlook despite doom and gloom predictions. He encourages listeners to attend the Wednesday masterclasses and reminds them to register for future sessions. Jason emphasizes the value of comparing current situations to historical contexts, highlighting…

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Southampton Arts Center presents "Independency: The American Flag at 250 Years" 10:06

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A video is circulating on social media of a group of uniformed, armed men outside of the Community Housing Innovation complex at 629 W Main St. in Riverhead Tuesday morning. Ana Borruto & Nicole Wagner report in the Riverhead News-Review that local news outlets reported the men approached the homeless shelter early yesterday, wearing vests that rea…

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Saving Sharks to Slave Trade Shipwrecks 39:01

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If you’ve ever dreamed of what it would be like to be a marine biologist or marine ecologist, days spent scuba diving and swimming alongside sea turtles, all to better understand and protect our ocean, well then, you’re about to meet one of your heroes. Today, we are bringing you an episode of the podcast Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant. It’s an…

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LI addiction-treatment providers may be forced to close programs and reduce services 10:03

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Long Island addiction-treatment providers said yesterday that a congressional spending bill's $880 billion in proposed cuts, largely to Medicaid, and more than $1 billion in proposed trims to the federal budget, could lead to closed substance abuse programs and reduced services. Organizers from several Long Island organizations gathered Monday with…

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Smart Manufacturing 17:01

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U.S. National Science Foundation-supported researchers are developing a multimodal system that combines image analysis and natural language processing to help manufacturers detect problems, suggest improvements and communicate with machines in real-time. Bingbing Li, a professor at California State University, Northridge, discusses his group's work…

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2312 FBF: The Collapse of Bear Stearns with Douglas Brunt Author of "Ghosts of Manhattan" & Former CEO of Authentium 47:42

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 337, published last September 6, 2013. Doug Brunt is the former CEO of Authentium and author of, "GHOSTS OF MANHATTAN." In his new book, he transports readers back to the extravagant times before Bear Stearns collapsed, exposing a culture with boundless bonuses, where the company expense account was routinely u…

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One Big, Beautiful Bill or Budget Disaster? Former Comptroller General David Walker and Brett Loper of the Peterson Foundation 32:42

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While Congress, the President, and Elon Musk trade insults and accusations, we're joined by Former Comptroller General and author David Walker, and Brett Loper, Executive Vice President of Policy at the Peter G. Peterson Foundation to look at the enormous challenges of the current budget reconciliation process. Political leaders are strongly divide…

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Saving Our Seas: Inside the World's Largest Marine Mammal Hospital with Adam Ratner 59:19

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Send us a text What do marine mammals tell us about the health of our oceans? The answer might surprise you—and it's more urgent than ever as climate change transforms our coastal environments. Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement at The Marine Mammal Center, takes us behind the scenes of the world's largest marine mammal hospital as it…

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2311: Investing Like Warren Buffett | Unlocking Wealth Through Boring Real Estate 43:58

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Jason talks about the increase in customs revenue under Trump's policies, highlighting a significant rise from $4 billion in 2015 to $22.3 billion, though he noted it would not solve government debt issues. He predicted a likely decrease in interest rates due to the disappearance of the inflation threat, which could lead to a surge in home buyers, …

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Man-o-Pause: Myth or Midlife Reality? Understanding Andropause 7:33

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Is "male menopause" real — or just hype? In this short episode, Host Jason Arora breaks down what andropause actually is, how it differs from the menopause in women, and why testosterone levels are only part of the story. Learn what really drives hormonal changes in men, how to support healthy aging naturally, and when testosterone therapy makes se…

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Waste, Fraud, Abuse and Efficiency -U.S. Comptroller General Gene Dodaro and Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Justice Michael Horowitz 27:28

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Government efficiency is THE topic of conversation since the start of President Trump's second term. But does the government already have the tools to prevent waste, fraud and abuse? Who's conducting oversight already, and how? We're joined by U.S. Comptroller General Gene Dodaro and Inspector General of the Department of Justice Michael Horowitz t…

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Lipocartilage and Regenerative Medicine 18:18

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U.S. National Science Foundation-supported researchers are investigating the mechanisms of cell regeneration for medical treatments. Maksim Plikus, a professor at the University of California, Irvine, discusses lipocartilage, how his lab found it and its potential for advancing tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.…

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2310 FBF: Creation vs. Evolution with Dr. Geoffrey Simmons of the Discovery Institute Center for Science & Culture 49:13

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 210 published last April 24, 2011. Jason talks with Dr. Geoffrey Simmons, a physician who is Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Disaster Medicine. He has a B.S. in Zoology and has completed the course work for a Masters degree in Microbiology. Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/Jaso…

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AG Letitia James and 15 other officials sue Trump administration over National Science Foundation programs 10:14

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U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon will join local officials at Massapequa High School today to make an announcement related to the findings of an investigation into the NYS Board of Regents' ban on Native American imagery in public schools, according to Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's office. Darwin Yanes reports in NEWSDAY that th…

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Dangerous roads take economic toll on Long Island 9:46

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Over the past decade, Long Island’s dangerous roads have taken a steep toll — through crashes, injuries and deaths. Between 2014 and 2023, more than 2,100 people were killed and 16,000 seriously injured, according to a Newsday analysis. But beyond the personal devastation, there’s a staggering financial cost. This burden includes everything from ca…

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2309: Strong Rental Market Demand, The Age of Bitcoin and the Coming Ai Disruptions with Mark Moss 48:32

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Jason provides insights into the current real estate market conditions and investment opportunities, particularly noting trends in rental rates and the potential for note investments. Jason examines the impact of economic uncertainty on rental trends and predicts future pressures on rental prices due to increased demand and institutional investor i…

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Federal judge blocks Trump administration from killing congestion pricing 9:54

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A federal judge yesterday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from killing New York’s congestion pricing toll or carrying out retaliatory threats to withhold transportation funding unless the state capitulates. Matthew Chayes reports in NEWSDAY that ruling from the bench, Judge Lewis J. Liman of U.S. District Court for the Southern Distric…

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Canadian tourists cancel travel to East End due to Trump comments 10:17

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Dede Gotthelf has spent the past weeks preparing her Southampton Inn for the crucial summer season, which began on Memorial Day. But this year, her familiar routine has been interrupted by telephone calls from Canadians canceling their hotel bookings. "We had major, verbal cancellations from our Canadian tourists who come to Southampton year-in and…

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Critical Minerals and Rare Earth Elements 14:24

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Critical minerals are crucial to both the economy and national security. Rachel Teasdale, a professor at California State University, Chico, and program director in the U.S. National Science Foundation Division of Earth Sciences, discusses how critical minerals and rare earth elements form and how we use them.…

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Larry Allen of GSA on the Impact of AI on Government Acquisition: Special Crossover with GovExecTV 38:02

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AI has the potential to transform the way citizens interact with the government and the way agencies deliver services to citizens. In previous episodes we have heard from a number of Executive Branch leaders on the promises and potential risks of AI and how it's starting to transform government -- internal processes, service delivery, cybersecurity…

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2308 FBF: Crash of the Titans: Greed, Hubris and The Fall of Merrill Lynch and the Near Collapse of Bank of America with Author Greg Farrell 56:43

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 257 published last May 1, 2012. Jason Hartman is joined on this episode by Greg Farrell, author of Crash of the Titans: Greed, Hubris, The Fall of Merrill Lynch, and the Near Collapse of Bank of America, for a discussion of the economic crash and the resulting bailouts, as well as some of the inside dealings wi…

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Coopers Beach named best beach in US 10:08

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In the wake of a traffic experiment that appeared to show at least some success at speeding up the typical crawl of westbound traffic through Southampton during the afternoon rush hour, the Town of Southampton plans to ask the New York State Department of Transportation to take a hard look at the possibilities for relieving one of the South Fork’s …

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Facing Again Threats to California's Protected Coast, this time by the Trump Administration-Our Talk with the Ocean Foundation's Sr. Fellow, Richard Charter 58:59

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Send us a text The battle for California's coast has erupted once more as offshore drilling returns to Santa Barbara and threatens to spread northward along the entire Pacific coastline. This alarming development follows Trump's late April executive order, which targets even our most protected ocean areas—National Marine Sanctuaries—for oil and gas…

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Shinnecock Nation celebrates first private land purchase in over 400 years 10:11

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Residents and school officials reacted with a mixture of disappointment and resignation after budgets or special propositions were voted down in their districts Tuesday, bucking the trend of decisive approvals across Long Island. Maura McDermott reports in NEWSDAY that overall, voters green-lit spending plans and propositions by wide margins. Of Lo…

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Ep. 10 - Celestial Wisdom in a Modern World with Geraldine Patrick Encina 54:20

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Cultural astronomer and ethnoecologist, Geraldine Patrick Encina, offers a rediscovery of Mesoamerican cosmic calendars and discusses how we can realign with the cosmos and the earth. In this episode, Anita and Geraldine explore: Geraldine’s past life memories and receiving sacred spirit names from ceremonies and elders Mesoamerican use of sacred s…

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The True Cost of Fertilizer 34:56

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The chemical industry is big business in Louisiana. Companies here manufacture plastics, fuels, pesticides, and cleaning products. But one part of the chemical industry that’s often overlooked is the fertilizer business. Today, you’re going to hear the story of modern fertilizer, and how this powerful concoction of chemicals has radically reshaped …

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2307: No Monthly Payments: Your Guide to Home Equity Agreements (HEA) 39:45

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Jason introduces Home Equity Investments (HEI), a growing industry where companies buy a portion of homeowners' equity, awaiting a future liquidity event like a sale or refinance, without requiring monthly payments. Hartman views this as a significant indicator of institutional investors' bullish outlook on residential real estate, similar to "buil…

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Most LI school districts pass budgets 8:29

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At least 118 Long Island school budgets won voter approval in early returns last night, while Elwood and Shelter Island lost their attempts to pierce state-imposed tax caps. Most budget approvals were by lopsided margins. “Overall, very very positive results,” said Robert Vecchio, executive director of the Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association. …

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Ancient Wisdom For Modern Wellness: Rediscovering The Foundations Of Health - with Paul Vincent, Human Performance Expert 1:01:29

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We often talk about health as something to manage or fix—but what if we’ve misunderstood it altogether? In this episode, we explore what it really means to be well through the lenses of ancient wisdom, tribal culture, and Taoist philosophy. Host Dr. Jason Arora is joined by human performance expert Paul Vincent, who spent decades training top perfo…

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Developer seeks permits from Riverhead to move forward building ground antennas 9:55

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A Newsday survey of Long Island school districts holding budget votes today found that the largest number of respondents remain optimistic about their finances over the next several years, but that a growing number are uncertain or pessimistic. Across Nassau and Suffolk counties, residents of 124 school districts are going to polls today to vote on…

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Breakthrough Copper Alloy 20:29

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As innovation transforms the aerospace, energy and defense industries, new materials with advanced properties are needed to meet the moment. Kiran Solanki, a professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at Arizona State University, discusses designing new materials and enhancing existing ones for extreme condition applications.…

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Voting for school budgets and boards of education begins tomorrow 8:49

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School budget and board of education voting is tomorrow, May 20th. School budgets on Long Island could rise 3.68% on average to a total of $16.36 billion in 2025-26, as districts step up career-oriented training and other instruction, while also providing for renovation of classrooms, gyms and other aging facilities. John Hildebrand and Michael R. …

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The What, How and Why of AI with Jen Pahlka of Code for America and Wole Moses of Microsoft Federal Civilian 27:55

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AI is at the center of public debate. What does the future look like when Large Language Models are incorporated into crucial decision-making processes that have, to this point, been almost entirely human. Our guests this week can help us answer fundamental questions about the intersection of technology – specifically AI – and Government. Jen Palhk…

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2306 FBF: Free Markets vs Big Government with Steve Forbes Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media and Author of ‘Freedom Manifesto’ 38:30

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 302, published last February 25, 2013. Jason Hartman is joined on this episode by Steve Forbes, the editor in chief of Forbes Media, to propose and attempt to answer the question: Why does government get bigger and bigger when we know it doesn’t work well? Mr. Forbes states that history proves free markets work…

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Living Nature - More Valuable Than Dead Nature: How Seacology is Helping Island Nations & Indigenous People Economically & Ecologically 59:02

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Send us a text Seacology is a charitable organization headquartered in Berkeley, CA that works to preserve island ecosystems and cultures around the world, as well as conducting annual educational ecotourism trips. Founded in 1991 with the work of ethnobotanist Paul Alan Cox, the high risk of extinction for island fauna and the decline in coral ree…

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School district budget votes to be held this coming Tuesday 9:54

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Next Tuesday, voters across Long Island will go to the polls to determine how much their school districts can spend in the 2025-26 school year and who will sit on their school boards. In all, about $16.36 billion in school spending is being proposed across Long Island, an increase of 3.68% from the current year. As reported in NEWSDAY, the amount c…

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2305: The US Economic Ponzi Scheme: Avoiding Collapse and the Path to Stability with Les Rubin 30:15

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Today Jason covers a few key real estate investing strategies. He emphasizes the importance of leveraging properties with high loan balances for inflation-induced debt destruction and better insurance claim handling. He advises against paying off mortgages, highlighting tax benefits and the "refi till you die" plan. He introduces the concept of a "…

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LI elected officials push back against even-year elections law 10:05

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Suffolk County has collected $3.8 million earmarked for a new fund to pay for countywide wastewater improvement projects since a sales tax hike took effect March 1, according to County Executive Edward P. Romaine. Joe Werkmeister reports in NEWSDAY that the total generated through an eighth of a percentage point increase in sales tax, approved by v…

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NYS student smartphones will be prohibited during school day as of September 10:23

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When the new school year starts in September, students in New York State’s public schools will be prohibited from accessing their smartphones throughout the entire school day. Cailin Riley reports on 27east.com that the new “bell-to-bell” ban is part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s $254 billion state budget which was approved by the NYS Legislature last…

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Evidence grows in that congestion pricing is achieving goals 10:19

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Policy changes often take years to show results. Even then, you may have to squint to see them. And then there is congestion pricing in New York. As reported in THE NY TIMES, almost immediately after the tolls went into effect Jan. 5 — charging most vehicles $9 to enter Manhattan from 60th Street south to the Battery — they began to alter traffic p…

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Biomedical Security 20:49

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Implantable medical devices are creating new therapeutic and monitoring solutions for many complex health conditions. However, wireless medical devices are susceptible to malicious attacks. Kaiyuan Yang, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering at Rice University, discusses biomedical security and developing hacker-resistant impla…

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Sea Change Live! Music & the Wetlands 50:22

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Last week, we hosted a Sea Change live event at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. We wanted to talk about the science behind the massive land loss crisis we are experiencing, what it means to live in a vanishing landscape, and importantly, what we can do about it. But this is New Orleans, so we also wanted to celebrate! Celebrate the culture and joy of …