Best Christian Science Monitor Podcasts (2025)

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Tuesday, December 2, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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President Donald Trump has vowed to attack drug trafficking across Latin America. But in promising to pardon a convicted trafficker from Honduras, he has swayed politics and unsettled policy.Also: today’s stories, including how a fragile deal Washington brokered between the Democratic Republic of Congo and the rebel M23 group shows how economics mi…

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Friday, November 28, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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In New York, Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and the city’s business leaders have begun a wary rapprochement. The democratic socialist’s proposals are anathema to many business leaders, and collaboration will likely require mutual concessions.In today’s stories, we also look at the confusion around different Ukraine peace plans, why Xi Jinping praised a…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Sentimental Value; Train Dreams; Nouvelle Vague 16:17

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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A roller-coaster diplomatic saga, with a mercurial US president at the helm, has left Ukrainians confused about what it will take to end their war with Russia. But could a deal be just around the corner?Also: today’s stories, including how Americans are focusing on practicing gratitude this holiday season, how cranberries became a Thanksgiving stap…

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It Came from the Bog

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The cranberry, with its short seasonal star turn, has a compelling history as a North American fruit. Growing the crop is a tricky business – climate-sensitive, naturally collaborative – with some old practices but also a compelling cast of innovators. In this episode, food writer Kendra Nordin Beato goes deep on the tart, red orb. Also included: A…

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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Upholding public trust has long been a central tenet of American democracy. But ethical norms have fallen under President Donald Trump even as his net worth has grown. The White House denies conflicts of interest. Ethics experts disagree.Also: today’s stories, including how the European Union is impeded by energy needs and foot-dragging member stat…

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Saturday, November 22, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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General stores are a lifeline to many rural communities. But in Vermont, towns are fighting to keep their general stores alive.In today’s issue, we also look at the EPA’s new clean-water rules, the toll of Sudan’s civil war on women, and why an Indiana state senator is resisting pressure to redraw the state’s congressional map.Join the Monitor's Cl…

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Friday, November 21, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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The public falling-out between U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and President Donald Trump has brought splits in the MAGA movement into the open. In Ms. Greene’s solidly Republican district, voters are weighing their populist allegiances.Also: today’s stories, including how members of traditionally unionist Protestant communities in Northern Irelan…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Belen; Reedland; Chain Reactions 16:16

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Thursday, November 20, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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Richard Nixon’s “war on drugs” has always entailed a degree of U.S. pressure on foreign allies. But the Trump administration’s strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats off Venezuela charts a new course of non-cooperation.Also: today’s stories, including how a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand is falling apart — and possibly pushing Bangkok c…

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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Despite Israel’s war with Hamas and Iran, its economy grew, if modestly, due mostly to its strong tech sector. But calls to boycott Israel over the conduct of its war in Gaza appear to have hit some exports. Will that rage subside if the ceasefire holds?Also: today’s stories, including how, after the deadliest fire in 100 years of U.S. history, peo…

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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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The House is set to pass a bill calling to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. President Donald Trump’s last-minute support helps mask the first major rebuke of the president in the House since he returned to office in January. This comes amid other challenges facing Mr. Trump and Republicans.Also: today’s stories, including a teacher in Gaza and hi…

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Saturday, November 15, 2025 - The Christian Science Monitor Daily

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Four years of leftist rule have not rid Chile of social inequalities, but worries about a crime wave blamed on immigrants appear to give a right-wing presidential candidate an edge in Sunday's election.Also: today’s stories, including how Syria is facing new tension with Israel, how Boston’s struggling subway system got back on track, and how one M…

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‘We Went Up on the Roof’

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Sarah Matusek didn’t wake up one recent morning expecting that her day would include driving a getaway car. Reporting can be like that. In this episode, Monitor immigration writer Sarah Matusek talks with host Clay Collins about the logistics of getting access to – and egress from – places including a Portland ICE facility, about the nuance of the …

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Frankenstein; It Was Just an Accident; Die My Love 16:09

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Parasite Resistance with Dr. Emma Borkowski 45:36

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Send us a text This month we sat down with Dr. Emma Borkowski - Assistant Professor of Pathology at Ontario Veterinary College - to discuss her work surrounding parasite management in sheep and goats. Dr. Borkowski discusses a project that was funded by AASRP to help evaluate efficacy of various methods of storing fecal samples before analysis for …

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Nuremberg; Hedda; Bugonia 15:54

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Shared Anguish, Shared Hope

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Taylor Luck, an Amman, Jordan-based writer for The Christian Science Monitor, recently joined Christa Case Bryant, the Monitor’s editor, on our Daily podcast to talk about his dynamic beat. This episode of “Why We Wrote This” begins with a reprise of that conversation, followed by a curation of excerpts from Taylor’s previous appearances on this sh…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: The House of Dynamite ; The Long Walk; The Perfect Neighbor 16:48

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Blue Moon; After the Hunt; Mr. Scorsese 16:12

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Paul Goode: Implantable Glucose Monitoring—and a Neural Interface Twist 18:26

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In this episode, Paul Goode (Glucotrack) dives into the next wave of continuous glucose monitoring: an active, fully implantable CGM designed to deliver long-term, pacemaker-style reliability without external wearables. We discuss first-in-human progress, why implantables may change diabetes care at home, and a fascinating neural angle—how similar …

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Asking the ‘Why’ Questions

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You can’t go home again. Except maybe you can, for an open-hearted second look that applies lessons in listening gained during years of immersion abroad. Scott Baldauf, a Monitor staff reporter who’s been operating at a distance for decades, talks about the early days of his new U.S.-based gig as America correspondent, about his philosophy and proc…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Koln 75; Lurker; Cloud 16:04

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Among Neighbors; If I Had Legs I’d Kick You; Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale 14:48

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: One Battle After Another; Strange Harvest; AKA Charlie Sheen 16:19

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Ep. 47: Dr. Christian Groth – Orthodontist on Lab Innovation, Deep Bites & Aligner Brand Agnosticism 1:07:46

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Dr. Christian Groth is a Detroit-area orthodontist and innovator helping lead the charge in digital orthodontics. As co-founder of Motor City Lab Works, he’s made waves in 3D printing, aligner therapy, and lab–practice integration — all while maintaining an independent approach to innovation. On this episode, you will discover: How a forward-thinki…

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New World Screwworm with USDA's Dr. Rosemary Sifford 30:48

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Send us a text This month we sat down with Dr. Rosemary Sifford - Deputy Administrator and Chief Veterinary Officer for USDA-APHIS to discuss a zoonotic health threat that is creeping closer to the United States: New World Screwworm. Dr. Sifford explains what New World Screwworm is, why it is a threat to US livestock, and what veterinarians should …

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Spinal Tap II: The End Continues; The Baltimorons; Listers: A Glimpse into Extreme Birdwatching 15:59

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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You Can’t Sneak Up on a Wolverine

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We’re back from our hiatus! In this episode, we talk with Mark Sappenfield, the Monitor’s former top editor turned roaming Europe reporter and watcher of global trends. Find out what that shift has been like, and what went into the framing of his highly readable recent story on Finland’s grassroots defense strategy – a talker in the newsroom and be…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Robert Redford, 1936-2025 16:05

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: The Roses; The Thursday Murder Club; She Rides Shotgun 15:59

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Producer Spotlight: Heritage Sheep Breeds & On-Farm Research with Richard Marlar 43:41

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Send us a text This month we sit down with Richard Marlar, a physician and president of the Navajo-Churro Sheep Association to talk about heritage livestock breeds - specifically the Navajo-Churro - which have been integral to the settlement and development of the US. Richard also discusses Split Upper Eyelid Disorder (SUED), a developmental disord…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley; Honey Don’t!; Caught Stealing 16:03

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Relay; Night Always Comes; Caught by the Tides 15:58

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Highest 2 Lowest; Superman 15:02

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Fabio Boi on Corticale's Ultra-Dense, Minimally Invasive Brain Interfaces 28:43

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In this episode of the Neural Implant Podcast, I speak with Fabio Boi, Co-Founder and CSO of Corticale, an Italian neurotech company that is redefining the landscape of brain-computer interfaces. Corticale is pioneering a new generation of minimally invasive, CMOS-based neural implants that can record from thousands of neurons simultaneously—introd…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: East of Wall; Weapons; Harvest 15:45

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Ben Woodington on Coherence Bio's Revolutionary Cancer Reprogramming Approach 23:43

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In this episode of the Neural Implant Podcast, we sit down with Ben Woodington, co-founder of Coherence Bio, a groundbreaking medical technology company pioneering a new frontier in cancer treatment. By integrating neurotechnology, neurobiology, and machine learning, Coherence is building a platform that doesn't just fight cancer—it manages it in r…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: The Naked Gun; Together; Dangerous Animals 15:49

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Ep. 46: Dr. Geoff Sudit – Growing an Orthodontic Practice with Bright Referral & Retain 57:22

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Dr. Geoff Sudit is an orthodontist and true innovator practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Alongside his wife Liz, Geoff co-founded Bright Referral and Retain, two orthodontic platforms that are transforming how practices approach referrals and post-treatment care. At Mint Orthodontics, Geoff has embraced custom braces, remote monitoring, and a patient-f…

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Dairy Goat Sustainability with Jenn Bentley 31:00

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Send us a text Join us for a discussion about a collaborative research project currently in the works headed up by Iowa State University. Jennifer Bentley, a dairy field specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, discusses the aims of the current project including assessing prevalence and treatment options for common diseases aff…

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Materialists; Sovereign; The Musicians 16:00

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Eddington; Sorry, Baby; The Ballad of Wallis Island 15:40

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: The Life of Chuck; My Mom Jayne; Death & Taxes 16:07

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Dr Christian Wende on European IP Strategy, Medtech Patents & the UPC 39:02

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In this episode, we dive into the world of European intellectual property and medtech innovation with Dr. Christian Wende, a German and European Patent Attorney specializing in medical technology at DTS. With a background in mechanical engineering, a Ph.D. in liver dialysis research, and a Master of Laws in European IP law, Christian brings a rare …

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight; F1; Bring Her Back 16:01

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Inside AIMD: Building the Future of Implantable Devices with Nicolas Barabino & Antoni Ivarra 21:41

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In this special episode recorded after the workshop in Barcelona, I talk with Nicolas Barabino and Antoni Ivorra, two of the key organizers behind the 2025 Active Implantable Medical Devices (AIMD) Workshop. We dive into the vision behind this growing event, which brings together top researchers, engineers, clinicians, and entrepreneurs to explore …

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David Sterritt with Films in Focus: Scarface 15:09

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David Sterritt is a film critic, author, teacher and scholar. He is most notable for his work on Alfred Hitchcock and Jean-Luc Godard, and his many years as the Film Critic for The Christian Science Monitor, where, from 1968 until... Read More ›

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Producer Spotlight: Alpaca Farming with Christian Davies & Dr. Rachel Friedrich 46:59

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Send us a text This month we sit down with Christian Davies (of C&M Acres Alpacas and Fiber Mill) and his veterinarian, Dr. Rachel Friedrich from Iowa State University's Veterinary Field Service. Christina and his wife, Michele, raise alpacas and operate a fiber mill in Maxwell, IA. Dr. Friedrich not only provides veterinary care for C&M Acres but …

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Chad Andresen on Lunosa's Injectable Neurostimulator and Lessons from Stimwave 47:48

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In this episode, we sit down with Chad Andresen, Chief Business Officer of Lunosa, to explore a groundbreaking approach to treating obstructive sleep apnea. Lunosa is developing a self-expanding, injectable neurostimulator that aims to replace invasive facial surgeries with a minimally invasive, high-impact solution — tapping into a $10 billion mar…