Best Clare Duffy Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 72 | Eric Hanson & Clare Duffy | Hosts of The Morning Scramble on z102.9 53:03

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You may hear this power duo on The Morning Scramble every weekday from 6-10 AM, but do you know about Eric’s background in drama and speech? Clare’s first introduction into radio? How about how much of their morning show is scripted vs improv?? Learn these details and more on this new episode of the Watts Happening Podcast! #iowa #corridor #eastern…

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How Fake Videos Are Adding to the Fog of War 30:26

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In June, violence escalated between Israel and Iran. Footage from this conflict traveled quickly, with images and videos spreading online. The problem is that not all this footage was real. Hany Farid, a professor at UC Berkeley and the Chief Science Officer at GetReal, explains just how widespread AI-generated war footage has become — and shares s…

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Producing Hit Songs in the Age of AI 30:40

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AI is poised to transform the way music gets written, recorded, and produced. And it’s possible that you’ve already heard AI-generated music without even knowing it. What does this mean for the future of the music industry? Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy and the GRAMMYs, shares his thoughts on what musicians need to thrive in the ag…

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Ep 71 | Dustin Elsbury | Regina's Head Football Coach 56:26

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This fall will be Dustin Elsbury’s second season as Regina’s Head Football Coach. This is in addition to his roles as a PE Teacher, Head Strength & Speed Coach, and Track Coach for the school. Check out this new episode of the podcast to hear how Coach Elsbury is adapting to his role at Regina, a deep dive into his background as an athlete and lead…

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AI Is Changing the Game for Heart Disease Diagnosis 33:36

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For doctors, diagnosing diseases early is a huge priority. New AI systems can analyze medical tests and images to help diagnose patients faster and more accurately, potentially picking up on patterns or issues that doctors can’t. Dr. Pierre Elias, NewYork-Presbyterian’s Medical Director for Artificial Intelligence and a cardiologist at the hospital…

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Will AI Replace Human Artists? One Study Says Not Yet 28:50

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AI-generated art is sweeping the internet. With programs like Midjourney or DALL-E, users can generate images from text prompts in seconds. Should working artists be alarmed by these tools? Sheena Iyengar, a professor at Columbia Business School, says not quite. In a recent study, she had participants rate AI-generated art versus human-made art — a…

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Digg’s Founder on Making Social Media More Human Again 36:17

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Tech entrepreneur Kevin Rose is relaunching Digg, the Reddit-like platform he founded in 2004. He’s doing it with an unlikely partner: Reddit co-founder and former rival Alexis Ohanian. In a moment when bots and AI-generated content are flooding the internet, leading to more division and confusion, they say their goal is to make social media human …

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Episode #69: Clare Duffy and Eric Hanson, The Morning Scramble on Z102.9 59:36

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Clare Duffy and Eric Hanson are the Co-Hosts of The Morning Scramble, the morning radio show on KZIA (known by its broadcast frequency, “Z102.9”) the independent Top 40 radio station based in Cedar Rapids, IA. Clare and Eric join me to discuss the golden age of country music, Eric’s experience at Z102.9 in the late nineties, and how differentiating…

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Ep 70 | Tom DePrenger | VP of Principal Gifts at the University of Iowa 48:59

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We’re joined this week by the University of Iowa’s VP of Principal Gifts, Tom DePrenger! Tom has worked for the U of I for nearly 30 years and is an expert in helping donors align their passions with the Hawkeyes' greatest needs. Join Gary and Tom on this new episode of the pod as they discuss the U of I’s wide variety of publicly supported initiat…

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Can Fitness Trackers Really Make You Healthier? 25:32

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From smartwatches to rings, the market for wearable health trackers has exploded in recent years. There are also apps to track your sleep, your exercise, your food intake and more. Can this tracking technology really lead us to make healthier choices? Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician and CNN's health and wellness expert, weighs in. Learn more …

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How Safe Is Online Gaming for Kids? Roblox’s CEO Has Some Thoughts 27:28

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Children and teens are spending more time than ever in online gaming spaces. But how safe are these platforms for kids? David Baszucki has thought about this question a lot. He’s the co-founder and CEO of Roblox, an online game platform that millions of young people use every day. Clare spoke with him while he was in Washington, DC, talking to memb…

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Ep 69 | Dr. James Byrne | Radiation Oncologist at UIHC 55:43

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With Iowa ranking 2nd highest for cancer rates in the country, it’s important to have access to the specialized treatment of physicians like Dr. James Byrne, a Radiation Oncologist at UIHC. Join Gary and Dr. Byrne on this new episode as they discuss his UIHC’s unique cancer treatment methods, new innovations being found through cancer research, how…

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Cars Are In Their Computer Era 31:36

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Self-driving cars have hit the streets of several US cities. And even in human-driven cars, giant tablet screens and automated driver assistance features can make it feel like a computer is your co-pilot. What does this all mean for the future of driving? Aarian Marshall, staff writer at WIRED, has tips for drivers and passengers alike. The Mozilla…

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How Safe Is It to Fly Right Now? 32:30

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As US travelers gear up for Memorial Day, one question is on many people’s minds: Is it safe to fly right now? In the wake of frightening headlines about plane crashes and communication issues, Pete Muntean shares some insights. He’s CNN’s aviation and transportation correspondent – and a pilot himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca…

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Episode #68: Tiffany Earl Williams, Midwest Equity 48:58

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Tiffany Earl Williams is the CEO of Midwest Equity and a Broker at Skogman Commercial Real Estate. Tiffany joins me to discuss the current state of the real estate market in Eastern Iowa, what makes a good real estate investment, and how she got her start in the industry. She also shares the origin story of her company, Midwest Equity, gives us an …

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Ep 68 | Ryan Faul | Junge Ford North Liberty | General Manager 51:47

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From discussing electric vehicles to how tariffs may affect the auto industry, join Gary as he talks with Ryan Faul - General Manager of Junge Ford North Liberty. #cedarrapids #iowa #corridor #easterniowa #iowacity #coralville #northliberty #podcast #solon #tiffin #local #podcasts #podcastingBy Watts Group

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How Are Algorithms Changing Our Beauty Standards? 25:44

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From “looksmaxxing” to “glass skin,” algorithms are changing how we define beauty — online and in real life. In a world of ever-evolving beauty trends and hyper-realistic AI filters, journalist Elise Hu has some tips for navigating it all. Elise’s book is called Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital. You can also hear her…

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Could Genetic Testing Tell You Who to Have Kids With? 33:51

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After 23andMe filed for bankruptcy in March, VC-backed genetic testing company Nucleus Genomics put up its hand to acquire the platform. Nucleus uses whole-genome testing to give users a fuller picture of their DNA. The company also recently released a new feature that raised eyebrows among some ethicists. Kian Sadeghi, Nucleus’ founder and CEO, la…

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Episode #67: Jordan Sellergren, Little Village Magazine 46:20

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"Jordan Sellergren is the new owner and publisher of Little Village, the Iowa City-based alt weekly magazine where she has worked the past 10 years. Jordan joins me to discuss why she purchased Little Village, what it has been like to take over operations during our current news climate, and her memories of the early days of Little Village. She als…

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Why Do People Believe Conspiracy Theories? 36:50

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Conspiracy theories are not new. They’re as old as time itself. But if you feel like they’re everywhere right now, you’re not alone. So, what do you do when somebody you love has fallen down a rabbit hole? CNN’s Donie O’Sullivan has been covering the world of misinformation for more than a decade, but now he's less interested in what people believe…

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How to Recession-Proof Your Personal Finances 25:08

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With tariffs kicking in and stock prices taking wild swings, uncertainty has racked the US economy in recent weeks. What’s the best way to navigate your personal finances in a moment like this? Jeanne Sahadi, a senior writer for CNN Business, has some tips for weathering the storm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice…

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What’s Going on When Airport Security Scans Your Face 28:01

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If you’ve been to the airport recently, you might have noticed something different while going through security: a TSA agent taking your photo. Face scans can speed up the security process, but according to Dr. Joy Buolamwini, this technology comes with big picture risks. She explains what’s going on with these face scans — and how to opt out. Read…

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This Tech Could Change Conspiracy Believers’ Minds 29:04

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Conspiracy theories can take many forms, from misgivings about the first moon landing to false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. As anyone who’s tried to reason with a conspiracy theorist knows, it’s hard to debunk such deeply held beliefs – and arguing with a loved one about them can be emotionally taxing. What if an AI chatbot could help?…

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Can Grief Bots Help Us Heal? 25:34

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Grief is one of the most human experiences we have—so what happens when AI gets involved? How are people using it in their healing process? Audio producer Rebecca Nolan shares her own experience creating an AI chatbot based on her deceased father, and University of Arizona psychology professor Mary-Frances O’Connor talks with Clare about whether us…

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Think Before You Ring: Keeping Home Surveillance Safe 25:53

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In the past decade, technology has transformed the way we use doorbells. Home security cameras that capture footage of people around your home give some people peace of mind in the face of potential break-ins or theft. Clare talks with Matthew Guariglia, a senior policy analyst at the Electronic Frontier Foundation working on issues of surveillance…

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Online Genetic Testing: How Private Is Your DNA? 33:25

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The popularity of for-profit genetic testing services like Ancestry and 23andMe has skyrocketed in recent years. These tests can teach users more about their ancestry or health. But they can also have some unexpected outcomes. 23andMe recently filed for bankruptcy to pursue a sale, raising questions about what could happen to users’ data under a ne…

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Baby Tech: What Do New Parents Actually Need? 25:58

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Becoming a parent is overwhelming. So is all the technology out there that’s marketed toward new parents, from smart bassinets to high-tech baby monitors and breastfeeding tracker apps. What gadgets do new parents actually need, and do you need them at all? Sophie Brickman explored this in her book Baby, Unplugged, and she shares some insights for …

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Can AI Turn Music into Medicine? 28:02

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It’s no surprise that music can affect our emotions. But can music actually improve our mental health? Aaron Labbé, founder and chief technology officer at the Toronto-based company LUCID, believes it can. With the help of AI-curated music playlists, and technology that reads your facial expressions as you listen, LUCID is trying to turn music into…

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Episode #66: Caleb Knutson, Downtown Cedar Rapids 41:41

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On Today's Episode: Caleb Knutson is the new executive director of Downtown Cedar Rapids, a role he began late last year following a decade of industry experience. Caleb joins Nate to discuss the ways that downtown Cedar Rapids is unique, how he approaches his new role, and explores some of the strengths and opportunities for growth within the comm…

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Robot Recruiters: How AI is Helping Decide Who Gets Hired 35:14

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If you apply for a job online, there’s a good chance that your application will be put through some kind of AI evaluation. But what is the AI algorithm looking for, and how effective is AI at helping the most qualified candidates get the job? Hilke Schellmann, an investigative reporter and assistant professor at New York University, gives us the lo…

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Ep 67 | Ali Salow & Jennie Wunderlich | Iowa City Home Builders Association 42:39

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We’re excited to be joined by two members of the Iowa City HBA board, Ali Salow & Jennie Wunderlich! Ali is the Executive Director of The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association while Jennie is the HBA President as well as the President of PSC Distribution & Studio H2O Kitchen & Bath Showroom. Join Gary, Ali & Jennie on next week’s podcast…

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Are Your Conversations With AI Killing the Planet? 29:37

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Every time users talk to AI chatbots, their queries go to data centers, where stacks of computers do rapid, complex calculations in order to respond. This process requires significant amounts of electricity and water, and experts worry about the environmental cost of this rapidly growing technology. But what is that cost, exactly? And is there anyt…

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What Happens to Your Digital Footprint When You Die? 30:16

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Many of us have seen this happen. Someone dies IRL, but their online presence lives on. It’s estimated that millions of accounts on Facebook belong to people who have died. And many of us have so many online accounts, it’s hard to keep track of them ourselves – let alone leaving that work to loved ones after we’re gone. So, what “digital remains” a…

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Ep 66 | Phil O'Brien | Founding Member of Urban Acres & Board Director of ICAAR 46:02

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Talking real estate in the Corridor with Phil O’Brien! Phil is a founding member of Urban Acres Real Estate as well as the Board Director of Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS®. Join Gary and Phil on this new episode of the pod as they discuss the current housing market in the corridor, ways to start a career in real estate, tips for Realtor su…

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Love and Robots: How AI is Changing the Dating Scene 31:07

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Since the dawn of match.com in 1995, people have had a lot of questions about how online dating would change the experience of falling in love. But that was 30 years ago, and it was only the beginning of a total sea change in the way we date. Now, artificial intelligence is promising to switch things up in the dating world once more. And just like …

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Do Young People Need Smartphones? A Parent and a Teen Weigh In. 32:51

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It’s become the norm for teens and tweens to have smartphones — but lately, the pendulum has been swinging back. Parents and educators worry smartphones can cause distraction, loneliness and other mental health challenges among young people. So when is the right time to give your kid a smartphone, if at all? Mark SooHoo, a parent involved with the …

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Why We're So Hooked on Scrolling 25:17

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In an age of personalized algorithms and constant notifications, it can be hard to resist the pull of our devices. Why is it so hard to stop mindlessly scrolling? Cultural anthropologist Natasha Schüll shares some of her research on why we’re so hooked to our phones – and some thoughts on how to pull away from the infinite scroll. What questions do…

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Episode #65: Jesse Sauerbrei, Lincoln Wine Bar 55:10

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Jesse Sauerbrei is the Owner of Lincoln Winebar, the acclaimed wood fire pizza and wine restaurant in Mount Vernon, Iowa. Jesse joins me to discuss how he came upon the opportunity to purchase the wine bar, his childhood love of pizza, and an inside look at how the business operates. He also shares the unique story behind their pizza oven, how he m…

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How Do You Fact-Check Social Media? 28:26

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says the company is ending its partnership with third-party fact-checkers in the US because the program caused too much censorship on the company’s platforms. The announcement raised a big question: How much were third-party fact-checkers really responsible for what content stays or goes on Meta’s platforms? Carlos Hernánde…

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AI Voice Scams Are on the Rise. Here’s How You Stay Safe. 26:42

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Gary Schildhorn sprang into action to help when he got a call in his son’s voice saying he’d landed in jail after getting into a car accident. That is, until he got a FaceTime call from his son, who was not actually in jail. Gary was the target of an AI voice cloning scam, one that nearly cost him $9,000. As AI technology advances, these scams are …

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If TikTok is Banned, What Happens to Creators and Fans? 21:45

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TikTok is facing a looming ban in the United States. The company will make a final effort to argue its case before the Supreme Court on Friday; if it loses, the law forcing TikTok to spin off from its China-based parent company or be banned in the United States is set to go into effect on January 19. Will that mean the app disappears from users’ ph…

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What You Should Buy Before Trump’s Tariffs 19:10

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Many people voted for President-elect Donald Trump with the hope that he’d lower the cost of groceries and other essentials. But Trump’s promised tariffs on imported goods could raise the cost of products ranging from computers to cars to refrigerators. So, is there anything you should consider buying now, before that happens? CNN Business economic…

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Episode #64: Sam Gelman, The Webster 58:15

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Sam Gelman is the Co-Owner of The Webster and The Paper Crane, two restaurants in Iowa City that are leading Iowa’s culinary scene. Sam sits down to discuss his perfect winter meal, how he sees the Midwest developing in the culinary world, and what he feels the average customer may not understand about owning and operating a restaurant. Plus, Sam s…

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Should You Say Yes to a TSA Face Scan? 27:11

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If you’ve been to the airport recently, you might have noticed something different while going through security: a TSA agent taking your photo. More than 200 US airports are now using facial recognition technology to identify passengers. Face scans can speed up the security process, but according to Dr. Joy Buolamwini, this technology comes with bi…

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Remembering All Your Passwords is Hard. Let's Make It Easier 24:14

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CNN Audio’s senior producer Haley has a confession: she uses the same password for everything. Research shows she’s not alone. Why is this a problem? And what’s the safest way to create and manage your passwords? Rachel Tobac, an ethical hacker and CEO of SocialProof Security, has some answers that won’t make your head spin. The password managers R…

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Debunking Conspiracies This Holiday Season? Let AI Help. 27:57

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Conspiracy theories can take many forms, from misgivings about the first moon landing to false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. These kinds of beliefs are nothing new, but social media has helped make many of them more mainstream. As anyone who’s tried to reason with a conspiracy theorist knows, it’s hard to debunk such deeply held beliefs…

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4.11 Maxine Peake 51:48

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And just like that, our last episode of the series is here. And what a cracking series it's been...but don't cry yet because we figure we're going out with a pretty big bang. We chat to a true working class hero and national treasure, the one, the only, Maxine Peake. We discuss chatting politics with her grandparents, sharing life guard duties with…

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Why It Feels Like Your Phone Is Listening to You 28:56

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It’s a familiar feeling if you spend enough time on the internet: you talk about something in the real world, and then you see that same thing advertised to you online. This uncanny experience has led many people to wonder: are our devices listening to us? And is that how online advertisers are able to serve such specific ads? David Choffnes, assoc…

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Episode #63: Ryan Miller. Farmers Hen House 42:39

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On Today's Episode: Ryan Miller is the Co-Owner and President of Farmers Hen House, the Kalona-based company providing organic, cage-free eggs to the nation. Ryan sits down to discuss how his family made their way into this business, why the egg business pulled him away from a career as a school guidance counselor, and what goes into a day in the l…

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4.10 Juliet Sear 39:18

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Did someone say cake? Not that we would ever need an excuse to have the brilliant Juliet Sear in for a chat but having brought us a delicious gooey chocolate treat it does sky rocket her to one of our dreamiest guests. We loved chatting to Juliet about how a birthday cake for her one year olds birthday started her on the road to success. We chat gr…