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Science Friday

Science Friday and WNYC Studios

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Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday is the source for entertaining and educational stories about science, technology, and other cool stuff.
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Speaking of Psychology

American Psychological Association

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"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.
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The Robot Wars are over, and now, the Robots have gone Extreme! Take a dive into the World of Heavyweight Combat Robotics with your hosts Glen Robinson and Chris Wilkins as they interview some of the biggest names in British Combat Robotics, including Robot Wars Grand Champions & Battlebots Winners and then take a look into the biggest upcoming shows on the Extreme Robots Live UK Tour and a look back at the history of everything EXTREME ROBOTS!
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Dreamland

Whitley Strieber

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Welcome to the Edge of the World. Wide-ranging discussion about everything that happens along the edge of reality and falls through the cracks of the general media. From ghosts to aliens to unsolved mysteries, we cover it all!
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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength. If you're hooked, try Short Wave Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/shortwave
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Today there are nearly three million robots at work in the world, and that number is predicted to increase dramatically – so what does the robotic revolution really mean for us? Join presenter and engineer, Fran Scott, who is on a mission to find out how robots are changing the world around us for the better. From food to healthcare, and education to transport – each episode sees Fran joined by an international panel of experts to explore a different area of our lives, finding out how automa ...
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The FAIK Files

Perry Carpenter | N2K Networks

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The FAIK Files explores the mysterious and often wacky intersection of AI, technology, and humanity. From cognitive warfare to digital deception, we examine how AI is reshaping our reality through news, research, and real-world examples. Join us for a thought-provoking journey into a world where anything can be faked, truth is increasingly elusive, and human nature meets artificial intelligence head-on.
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AI & Security Podcast

Dennis Crowley & Michael Quiroga

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The AI & Security Podcast introduces listeners to the most cutting edge technology and artificial intelligence (AI) that is impacting the security industry today. Listen to interviews, hosted by Dennis Crowley, with the leaders in the robotics, video detection, situational intelligence and users of the latest technology today.
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On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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Begun in 1988, Financial Sense(R) Newshour is a financial market broadcast hosted by money manager James J Puplava, CFP, on the week's market action, interviews with financial experts, and Jim's personal perspective on the markets/economy.
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Valley Nordic

Chander Chawla / Arne Tonning

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Chander Chawla, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and Arne Tonning, a Norwegian Venture Capitalist, discuss global perspectives on startup business, technology, and culture. The views on the podcast are solely personal and not of our employers or of the organizations we belong to.
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Power of ERDC

U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)

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Satisfy your curiosity and learn how some of our country’s smartest engineers and scientists are solving many of the toughest challenges facing the nation and the Warfighter. The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is comprised of seven research laboratories across four states, and one of its greatest strengths is its ability to combine the expertise from multiple laboratories into powerful, cross-disciplinary projects. Each month, we dive into one of these complex prob ...
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Spark Tank

Spark Tank

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Crackpot startup guys Craig and Dan talk about your wild business ideas and startup questions. Got a crackpot business idea of your own? Email us at [email protected] - if we pick your idea to feature on the podcast, we’ll send you some authentic Spark Tank swag!
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May 9, 2025 – Can investors outpace volatility in a year of global headlines and shifting trends? David Keller, Chief Investment Strategist at Sierra Alpha Research, joins Jim Puplava on Financial Sense Newshour to analyze current market dynamics...By [email protected] (Financial Sense)
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May 9, 2025 – Can investors outpace volatility in a year of global headlines and shifting trends? David Keller, Chief Investment Strategist at Sierra Alpha Research, joins Jim Puplava on Financial Sense Newshour to analyze current market dynamics...By [email protected] (Financial Sense)
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Leo XIV becomes the first North American pope; RTÉ demands 'discussion' on Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest; and Tánaiste Simon Harris calls for a social media ban for children under the age of 16. Joe O’Shea, editor of Cork Beo, and Jennifer Horgan, Irish Examiner Columnist and secondary school teacher, join The Last Word to d…
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Proposed budget cuts for NASA would jeopardize space research. And an executive order could change the political tides for deep sea mining. On May 2, the Trump Administration proposed a 24% budget cut for NASA. It would slash funding for science while setting billions aside for initiatives to send humans to the moon and Mars. New Scientist editor S…
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Google, Microsoft and Meta have all pledged to reach at least net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Amazon set their net-zero deadline for 2040. To understand how these four tech companies could possibly meet their climate goals amid an artificial intelligence renaissance, Short Wave co-host Emily Kwong discusses the green AI movement. Speaking with s…
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Welcome back to The FAIK Files! In this week's episode: That AI bot may be an undercover AI cop Playing with Suno's "Cover" Feature Bad actors using Claude to orchestrate disinfo campaigns Does being honest about your AI use make people trust you less? AI companies are looking to cash-in on human loneliness Check out ⁠The Deception Project⁠ to lear…
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Bacteria have been around for billions of years. Could they have come up with complex behaviors that we just don’t understand yet? Could they have their own language? Their own culture? Their own complex societies playing out right under, and in, our noses? Microbiologist Bonnie Bassler has been studying these questions for more than 30 years. She …
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More families are now buying own-brand products and shopping in discount stores in order to reduce the costs of the weekly grocery shop. According to figures from EY, more than half of Irish households said that price is a significant factor when deciding what to buy, and nearly half said that they use discount stores to reduce spending. Charlie We…
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‘Zombie’ traffic lights are to be installed on Tara Street in Dublin City in a bid to get people who are distracted by looking at their mobile phones to pay attention to oncoming traffic. Is this a good idea, or an indication that we’ve become too dependent on our devices? Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor at the Irish & Sunday Independent and Aoife Barr…
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And now for something completely different. Rise of the Robots ventures into Robot Rivals. Join Alan & The Griz as they discuss the pilot episode of the DIY network show that pits teams of university students against each other. This week teams from University of Tennessee and Virginia Tech have just eight hours to build a fire fighting robot.…
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RTÉ has asked the European Broadcasting Union for a discussion on Israel's inclusion in the Eurovision Song Contest that takes place later this month due to the ongoing war in Gaza. Johnny Fallon, strategy director at Carr Communications and Eurovision enthusiast, joins The Last Word to discuss the likelihood of Israel being excluded from the conte…
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A passion for fashion among the “bone collector caterpillar,” who wears a coat of body parts, and an artist who makes fabrics that remember. We inch into the world of extreme outerwear with the newly-discovered “bone collector caterpillar,” which wears a coat of many co…llected body parts. Why, Hanipillar Lecter? Entomologist Dan Rubinoff, who alon…
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Girls begin receiving messages that will shape their body image as young as preschool. Janet Boseovski, PhD, and Ashleigh Gallagher, PhD, author of “Beyond Body Positivity: A Mother's Science-Based Guide for Helping Girls Build a Healthy Body Image,” talk about how kids understand body image from early childhood through the tween years and why pare…
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By 2028, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory forecasts that U.S. data centers could use as much as 12% of the nation's electricity. The reason: generative AI. Since 2022, AI innovation by four leading tech companies — Google, Microsoft, Meta and Amazon — has led to annual increases in both energy and water consumption. So, in this episode, Short …
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On Saturday, the Dublin and Kilkenny camogie teams took to the field wearing shorts ahead of their Leinster semi-final fixture, in protest against a rule which requires them to wear skorts during matches. Having been told by the referee that the game wouldn’t go ahead if they didn’t comply with the rules, they subsequently changed into skorts. The …
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US President Donald Trump has threatened to slap 100% tariffs on movies coming into the US that are "produced in foreign lands" in a statement that has alarmed the industry. Brian Carey, Sunday Times' business editor, joins The Last Word to discuss how this could impact Ireland's significant film industry. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play'…
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has met with United States President Donald Trump at the White House as he looks to reset the US-Canada relationship following months of turmoil between the neighbouring countries. Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and journalist Marion McKeone join The Last Word to discuss this significant meeting …
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Millions of years ago, iguanas somehow got from North America to Fiji. Scientists think they made the trip on a raft of fallen vegetation. Also, the marine reptile’s fossilized fetus is cluing paleontologists into the lives of ancient sea creatures. Ancient Iguanas Floated 5,000 Miles Across The Pacific If you picture iguanas, you might imagine the…
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Do you consider yourself a creative person? If not, you may be holding yourself back. Psychologist Zorana Ivcevic Pringle says creativity isn't a trait. Creativity is a choice. After studying creativity for more than 20 years, she has some suggestions for how anyone can stick with their creative ideas. Guest host and producer Berly McCoy talks to h…
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In “Into the Unknown,” an astronomer explores the mysteries of the cosmos and the limits of what science can test. What is time? If the universe is expanding, what is it expanding into? What happened just before the Big Bang? Some of the most head-scratching ideas in physics strain the limits of what science can test. In her book Into the Unknown: …
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Recently, a group of scientists claimed they found possible signs of life on a planet called K2-18b. The news made headlines. Researchers said they'd detected sulphur-based gases that, on Earth, are strongly associated with life. But the research caused an uproar in astronomy circles because other scientists don't think the data is strong enough to…
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If you're watching sport or browsing social media, odds are you will come across gambling ads. If you work in an office, you might've joined Melbourne Cup or footy tipping comps. In Australia, it can feel like gambling is everywhere. Today, we look at how everything from video games to shopping sites seem to be priming us for betting-like behaviour…
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