Hosts Adam Braus (@ajbraus) and Scot Maupin (@scotmaupin) meet up each week where Adam brings a new idea to help the world and Scot picks and prods at it with jokes and questions. The result is an informative and entertaining podcast that always gets you thinking.
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Candy Ears is an ode to sound. It celebrates play through audio sketches, stories, and experiments. Works by Emily Shaw (and friends). www.emilyshawcreates.com @emilyshawcreates (IG) Silver Signal Award Winner - Best Experimental Podcast 2025
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GUEST ARTIST: Lusen Mendel's "One Chest of Breasts"
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2:56Two women decide to take their breasts into their own hands and tell similar opposing stories. This piece was produced by Lusen Mendel for Audio Flux Circuit 06: Creative Tension. Each submission was required to: Run exactly three minutes Take inspiration from the theme: “CREATIVE TENSION” Include audible REPETITION (nodding to the rhythm of knitti…
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Ghost Echoes Become a Ghost Dance with Stacy Fahrion
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6:14Music: “Ghost Dance (Lumatone, 11-limit)” from Alien Dreamscapes in Just Intonation by Stacy Fahrion Stacy Fahrion is a composer, pianist, Lumatonian, and educator based in Colorado. Her music is available on Bandcamp, Spotify, and all streaming services. Watch Stacy perform “Ghost Dance (Lumatone, 11-limit)” on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.co…
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“Wherein I pack my indecision.” Lori Mortimer is an independent audio maker in Massachusetts. She created the podcast Mementos, in which guests share the emotional backstories to cherished objects they keep. She’s taught audio storytelling and sound design classes for the Association for Independents in Radio (AIR) and Maine Media. A member of Hub …
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“30 Creative Tensions” with Daniel Blacktree
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3:44First time collaborators struggle with (the idea of) creative tension. This piece was produced with Daniel Blacktree for Audio Flux Circuit 06: Creative Tension. Each submission was required to: Run exactly three minutes Take inspiration from the theme: “CREATIVE TENSION” Include audible REPETITION (nodding to the rhythm of knitting) And… tell us, …
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GUEST ARTIST: Scot Maupin's "Breathing Space”
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2:00A note from Scot: “My entry for the Summer 2025 Silver Sound Sonic Dash competition. It's a 48 hour audio competition where you are given a prompt at the beginning of the time and by the end you must submit a piece of audio no longer than 2 minutes made entirely from scratch during those two days. This time the prompt was 'TMI.' I wanted to talk ab…
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This piece was created for Pheobe McIndoe's "Clocks" Callout. The prompt: SmallAudioArt: Every other month we issue a prompt inviting artists to explore themes of belonging and identity through everyday objects found inside a home. This month's prompt invites you to create a short piece which explores clocks. It could be your clock, or somebody els…
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GUEST ARTIST: Martin Austwick's "I am sitting in a spoon"
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10:00This piece was created for Phoebe McIndoe's Small Audio Art "Wooden Spoons" prompt. Martin Zaltz Austwick is an audiomaker, musician, writer, and performer. He is in some part responsible for Neutrinowatch, Song by Song and Answer Me This, performs live with The Allusionist, and has written music for and produced other podcasts you might have liste…
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Who’s listening? This piece was created with Martin Austwick for the Audio Flux "3D" call for submissions. The requirements were: Run exactly three minutes Take inspiration from one of four 3D images curated from Eric Drysdale’s collection (https://www.audioflux.org/circuit-05) Include the sound of laughter Immerse listeners in a place, through sou…
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Lessons from Global Resistance (Disrupting Peace S2 Trailer)
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3:53Needless the say, the past few months have been really challenging, intense, and disorienting for many of us here in the US. But one bright spot for me has been producing Lessons from Global Resistance, the latest season of the Disrupting Peace podcast. Host Bridget Conley looks around the world – and here in the US – to learn about how people resi…
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One man's refusal to use a smartphone is just the tip of the iceberg... Find out more about Joel at joelpomerantz.com.
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Solving Bioethics: Compassionate Principlism
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23:22Send us a text In this week's episode of "Solutions from the Multiverse," I (Adam) used Google Notebook LLM to make a podcast episode about my recent paper "Compassionate Principlism: Towards a Novel Alternative to Standard Principlism in Bioethics" published in Bioethical Inquiry (https://doi.org/10.1007/s11673-024-10373-9) In it our AI hosts dive…
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GUEST ARTIST: Julie Censullo's Procrastination
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3:02Julie Censullo is an audio producer based in Minneapolis, MN. As a freelance creative, she is really really good at executing large media projects and really really bad at doing minor, everyday tasks. You can find more of her work at www.juliecensullo.com. Created for “Small Packages: The Art and Practice of Short Audio Storytelling”, a course by T…
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GUEST ARTIST: Anna Van Dine's Rwanda, 30 Years After
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2:32Anna Van Dine is an audio producer based in Vermont. She created this piece with field recordings she made on a trip to Rwanda in 2024. Created for “Small Packages: The Art and Practice of Short Audio Storytelling”, a course by Talia Augustidis and Jules Bradley.
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GUEST ARTIST: Florence Barrau-Adams' My Home
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2:40Florence Barrau-Adams is an award-winning audio producer, editor, sound designer, and educator. Created for “Small Packages: The Art and Practice of Short Audio Storytelling”, a course by Talia Augustidis and Jules Bradley.
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I “folded” my neighborhood walk into 3 minute pieces. Then cut out a design, like a paper snowflake. Created for “Small Packages: The Art and Practice of Short Audio Storytelling”, a course by Talia Augustidis and Jules Bradley.
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Playing with folding and cutting up my neighborhood loop, like a paper snowflake. Created for “Small Packages: The Art and Practice of Short Audio Storytelling”, a course by Talia Augustidis and Jules Bradley.
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Back in October, I took a class called Body-Ody-Audio, taught by Kristina Loring. The point of the class was to learn how to make "sensorial, visceral audio": audio that makes people FEEL something in their body when they listen. Our homework one week was to create a one-minute piece using field recording. It was supposed to convey an emotionally i…
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Back in October, I took a class called Body-Ody-Audio, taught by Kristina Loring. The point of the class was to learn how to make "sensorial, visceral audio": audio that makes people FEEL something in their body when they listen. Our homework one week was to create a one-minute piece using field recording. It was supposed to convey an emotionally i…
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Can A Podcast Achieve World Peace? (Disrupting Peace Trailer)
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3:29I'm excited to share my new collaboration with the World Peace Foundation: Disrupting Peace. Each episode explores why peace hasn't worked, and how it still could. Check it out here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disrupting-peace/id1759500826 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2OVCiz6iZyMywzEzqz2xpK?si=63301eec9a8e4d70…
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Emily Shaw shares firsts from her triathlon journey. This piece was created with Martin Austwick for the Audio Flux "Firsts" call for submissions. The requirements were: Run exactly three minutes Reference an object related to a “FIRST” (yours or someone else’s) Include the sound of time passing (forwards or backwards, no clocks please) Be accompan…
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Solving Academic Journals: A Journal for Ambitious Ideas | SFM E99
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33:44Send us a text Can music and speech combine to create powerful emotional experiences? Join us as we explore this fascinating intersection, starting with a light-hearted chat about our attempts at pop music. We dive deep into the creative process of blending musical elements like violin and percussion with iconic speeches from figures such as Marily…
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Solving the National Debt: Raise Taxes on the Wealthy | SFM E98
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40:04Send us a text Ever wondered how something as simple as a gradient puzzle could transform your day? Find out in this episode as we celebrate the zen-like qualities of gradient puzzles and their unique ability to relax and center your mind. Then, join us as we toast an extraordinary academic milestone: our guest's insightful paper on compassionate p…
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Solving Fines, Pain, and Farts: Workday Fines, Empty Needles, and Fartless Beans | SFM E97
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50:14Send us a text Ever wondered why a millionaire and a minimum wage worker pay the same fine for a traffic violation? Today, we propose a groundbreaking idea: work day fines! Imagine fines proportionate to your daily income, making penalties just as impactful whether you're loaded or living paycheck to paycheck. We discuss how this system could balan…
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Solving Ethics for Atheists: Minimizing Misery | SFM E96
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45:11Send us a text Can humor survive the era of cancel culture? Today, we tackle the intriguing concept of "lapelle de voie"—the call of the void—and its implications for banter and social interactions. We also explore the quirky idea of "cancel cultural appropriation," where people take on others' grievances. Our conversation shifts to an exciting per…
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Solving Energy, Architecture, and Elections: Earth Lasers, Cathedrals, and Sortition | SFM E95
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37:44Send us a text Imagine limitless, virtually free energy from geothermal fusion lasers! This episode explores groundbreaking advancements in geothermal energy, spotlighting a revolutionary laser technology capable of drilling through the Earth's crust to tap into superheated rocks. We discuss the transformative potential of setting up geothermal pow…
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This piece was created with Martin Austwick for the Audio Flux "Pet Sounds" call for submissions. The requirements were: Runs three minutes long (between 2min 50secs and 3min 10secs) Features a pet protagonist or antagonist Exhibits a moment of audible ALL CAPS (a moment of emphasis that stands out from the rest of the story) References the color b…
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AI Experiment #7: AI Twin Showdown with Content Evolution
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15:32Emily puts AI twins to the test with members of Content Evolution’s coLab, a group that's exploring new ways to make generative AI useful. Learn more about the Content Evolution AI twins (aka “CE GPTs”) here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/introducing-ce-gpt-profiles-kyle-shannon-4hrcf/ Content Evolution is a global federation of firms and professi…
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Solving the Democratic Party: A Children's Bill of Rights | SFM E94
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38:40Send us a text What happens when a routine visit to a CrossFit gym turns into a saga of bans and baffling expectations? Join us as we recount the comedic chaos of our fitness journeys, topped off with a sprinkle of multiverse madness. Scott and I unravel the peculiar world of gym culture, sharing laughs over the highs and lows of our workouts. We a…
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Solving Sweat: The Fashionable Fight Against Climate Change | SFM E93
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32:46Send us a text Imagine strutting out the door each morning, confident that your stylish shirt is also your silent warrior in the battle against climate change. In our latest episode, we spill the secrets of a fashion revolution that could see your laundry pile diminish alongside your carbon footprint. We're not just airing out our ideas; we're call…
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Solving Capitalism and Socialism: Becoming Anti-Feudal | SFM E92
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49:01Send us a text Ever considered how a year-round school calendar might shake up the traditional learning experience? Our latest episode tackles this question head-on, as we share personal stories and compare the potential academic and social benefits for students, teachers, and parents. From reducing learning loss to integrating summer fun through t…
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Solving Feet: Anatomically Correct Socks with Tanja Warter | SFM E91
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40:48Send us a text https://plus12socks.com/ Ever slipped into a pair of socks and wondered if they're doing more harm than good? Join me as we explore the intriguing world of anatomically correct socks with Tanya from Austria, a pioneer in the field. Our lively chat starts off with a mix-up of time zones before diving headfirst into the transformative …
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GUEST ARTIST: A.C. Cool introduces Flourish (Garden) & Lately
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7:03Anthony Chidoro (A.C. Cool) is a music artist, content creator, storyteller, and social media marketer. Featured songs by A.C Cool: Flourish (Garden) (feat. Jei) Lately (feat. BriaLeon)
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Solving Hiring Prejudice: Make Educational Attainment a Protected Class | SFM E90
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35:15Send us a text Could your diploma be silently sabotaging your job prospects? This week we're tearing down the ivory towers of higher education, proposing a radical shift in hiring practices that could ignite a firestorm of debate. Buckle up as we examine the prospect of educational attainment as a protected category, challenging employers to value …
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Solving Sugar Cravings: The Quest for a Sweet-Free Life | SFM E89
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34:35Send us a text Ever wondered if Venus, the goddess of love, could catch waves on her iconic shell? We've got that covered, and much more, in a whimsical journey through art and the lighter side of life's curiosities. Our banter takes us from the strokes of Botticelli's brush to the pressing question of why our toothpaste tastes so darn sweet. We'll…
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GUEST ARTIST AI EXPERIMENT: Kyle Shannon’s The Curse
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3:16*Believe it or not, this song was created entirely using the AI tool Udio.* Kyle Shannon is an AI Instigator. He's the CEO of Storyvine, the author of AI FUTURES, the co-founder of AI Salon, and the creator of the AI Learning Lab on TikTok. The video that accompanies this song was also created using AI, and can be found here: bit.ly/kyleshannonthec…
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AI Experiment #6: A Robot Impersonates Emily Impersonating A Robot
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1:18What does it sound like when a robot tries to impersonate a human impersonating a robot? AI voices created using Descript.
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Ken Felton is an Audio Director and Sound Designer with decades of experience. He's worked at Electronic Arts, Sony PlayStation, Spatial Inc, Dolby, and more. Ken created Grocery Trip during lockdown in 2020, in order to practice working with different binaural encoding tool sets on his Pro Tools-based production rig (i.e. FB360, Dolby Atmos, dearV…
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AI Experiment #5: Sandwiches with Ariana Wolf
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0:46Sandwiches was written and performed by Ariana Wolf (and her AI voice via Descript.) This slightly remixed version was produced by Emily Shaw. Ariana Wolf is a creative leader, known for her poetry, photography, and introspective essays that delve into the complexities of the human experience. Through her Substack account, Kitchen Table Pages, she …
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