Best Stun And Awe Podcasts (2025)

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[BONUS] Fetuses ‘listening’ to different languages and climate change affecting psychiatric meds: Tiny Show and Tell Us #26 15:55

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we talk about how climate change may impact the effectiveness of mental health medications and how heat waves impact mental health more generally. Then we cover how fetal heart rates can change depending on which language they’re hearing while in the womb. We need your stories — they're what make these bonu…

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How NASA scientists are monitoring and predicting wildfires from space 26:54

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Climate change has brought forth extreme fire events, like the Palisade and Eaton fires in Los Angeles, which devastated communities in Altadena and the Pacific Palisades in the beginning of 2025. And it’s becoming harder to not wonder: Is this just the world we live in now? Under the constant threat of catastrophic fires? Fortunately, we have the …

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[BONUS] The FDA’s ban of Red Dye No. 3 and the surprising science of winter roads: Tiny Show and Tell Us #25 17:03

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we talk about why the FDA recently banned Red Dye No. 3 and how concerned people should be about its use in food. Then we cover icy winter roads and the fascinating science behind clearing them and taking a more sustainable approach that won’t hurt the environment. We need your stories — they're what make t…

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How a Mars mission from the 1970s shaped the search for extraterrestrial life today 35:49

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In 1975, NASA launched two spacecraft to Mars. Viking 1 and Viking 2 arrived at their destination less than a year later, each bringing a lander to explore the surface of the planet and an orbiter to survey above. What was supposed to be a 90 day mission ended up lasting until the early 1980s. Those years provided scientists with important data abo…

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[BONUS] Babies leaving cells behind in mom and rethinking the Big Bang: Tiny Show and Tell Us #24 17:51

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we talk about what dark energy and dark matter are made out of and how knowing more could upend our understanding of the Big Bang. Then we cover microchimeric cells — cells transferred between baby and mom — and how new research in mice shows that fetal cells that took residency in mom from a first pregnanc…

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Ozempic: The science behind this blockbuster drug and its untapped potential 26:00

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In December 2017, the FDA approved a new injectable drug to treat type 2 diabetes called semaglutide, which you likely know by its brand name: Ozempic. A few years later, during the pandemic, Wegovy, a drug with a higher dose of the same active ingredient, was approved specifically for chronic weight management. Soon after, people taking Ozempic st…

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[BONUS] Marfan syndrome and plant pathogens eating DNA: Tiny Show and Tell Us #23 12:50

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we hear from a listener who has Marfan syndrome and dive into the complexities of the disease. Then we talk about pathogens that eat — or infiltrate! — plant DNA. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes possible! Write in to [email protected] *or fill out this form* with your favorit…

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How a little-known vaccine project and decades of HIV research made "Operation Warp Speed" possible 36:32

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Over the last 200 years or so, vaccines have come a long way, for a number of viruses. We’ve made so much progress, in fact, that in 2017 scientists began the early stages of vaccine development for some virus families they believed could pose a future pandemic threat. One of those families was Coronaviridae: coronaviruses. Not many people know tha…

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Be Yoda, Not Luke: How to Use Story, Data & Advocacy to Win Hearts (Not Just Clicks) 52:50

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Dario Berrebi to unpack one of the most overlooked shifts in brand storytelling: becoming the guide, not the hero. Think Yoda, not Luke Skywalker. We explore why purpose-driven brands struggle with positioning, how to tell stories that resonate without sounding self-important, and why solving boring …

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[BONUS] Time limits for anesthesia and stunning bioluminescence: Tiny Show and Tell Us #22 12:35

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we break down what limits on anesthesia could mean, both for doctors and patients. Then we hear from a listener who’s on a research trip in Puerto Rico and went kayaking in a bioluminescent bay. What is bioluminescence? And what are the perfect conditions to try to see it? We need your stories — they're wha…

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The placenta: A disposable organ we can’t live without 34:57

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The placenta is essential for life, but so much of its function is unknown. In this episode, we talk about how this disposable organ’s development within the early weeks of pregnancy shapes so much of what happens months later. We tackle what makes the human placenta so unique, what other animals like reptiles are teaching us about it, and how scie…

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[BONUS] An inspiring pharmacist grandma and orcas wearing dead salmon hats: Tiny Show and Tell Us #21 14:38

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we hear from a listener about her incredible grandma who’s a pharmacist in Venezuela (still, at 92 years old!) and has inspired her love of science and current lab work. We then talk about orcas spotted wearing dead salmon as hats, and what this fishy behavior may mean. We need your stories — they're what m…

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NDEs, UFOs, the Spirit World, and Flying the Craft 1:19:20

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In this episode I talk again with Ron Johnson who has had scores of OBE, dream, and abduction experiences over almost 60 year. We talk about his 2 NDEs, His flying of the craft, and his many encounters with Elbe, the main being he has dealt with. #consciousness #paranormal #GrantCameronCheck out Matt and Desta's new Etsy store:https://www.mysterial…

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How glaciers safeguard Earth’s future and hold clues to our ancient past 29:16

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The reason many of us hear about glaciers has to do with sea level rise — which makes sense! If all of the glaciers on Earth melted, sea levels are predicted to increase by about 230 feet (70 meters), which would flood coastal areas, envelope a number of islands, and seriously impact human infrastructure, including our current water resources. But …

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[BONUS] Evolutionary adaptations to high altitudes and e-cigs vs. dry herb vaporizers: Tiny Show and Tell Us #20 12:58

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we discuss the differences between e-cigarettes (vapes) and far-less-studied dry herb vaporizers. Then we talk about some of the incredible evolutionary adaptations of populations of people living at high altitudes. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes possible! Write in to tinymatt…

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How to Run Smart, Human, Scalable ABM Campaigns (Using AI + Psychology) 11:05

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Send us a text Account-based marketing (ABM) used to be expensive, slow, and reserved for enterprise teams. But that’s changed. In this solo episode, we walk through a smarter, faster, more human approach to ABM, one that even small B2B teams can run using AI, psychology, and clear structure. We break down how to build a focused account list, how t…

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How 18th and 19th century 'race science' still has deadly medical consequences today 27:55

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In the 1700s and early 1800s scientists from Europe and the Americas were studying what they called "race science," a pseudoscientific field of study promoting the idea that humans could be divided into separate and unequal races. Biases stemming from race science have influenced medicine for hundreds of years, and still have deadly consequences to…

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[BONUS] Crocheted wasp nests and sewage in reefs: Tiny Show and Tell Us #19 12:51

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we discuss if a crocheted wasp nest could actually attract wasps and keep them from invading your property. Then we talk about how sewage is impacting the resilience of coral reefs. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes possible! Write in to [email protected] *or fill out this form…

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The rape kit: From controversial 1970s invention to ending the backlog today 31:17

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In the 1970s, the rape kit began as a simple box with some envelopes, a comb, nail clippers, and a few other basic tools. The contents of the kit have evolved somewhat since then, but the technology to analyze samples has evolved astronomically. And, through and through, the rape kit has stood for the idea that every survivor has the right to go to…

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[BONUS] Double rainbows and mysterious chromosomes: Tiny Show and Tell Us #18 10:51

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we cover the science of rainbows and why double rainbows are always mirror images. Then we talk about mysterious, yet super common, chromosomes called Robertsonian chromosomes that seem to have a significant impact on human health. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes possible! Writ…

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Not just a ‘royal disease’: Hemophilia’s devastating past to recent advances 33:59

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Hemophilia is a rare bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency in clotting factors in the blood, which can cause permanent damage to joints and, in some cases, life threatening bleeding, both externally and internally. Today, people with hemophilia can live generally long, healthy lives, but in previous generations, the future wasn’t so bright. In f…

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The Growth Playbook You Actually Need in 2025: Lessons from Michael Maximoff 51:21

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Send us a text Michael Maximoff is the co-founder of Belkins, the #1 B2B appointment-setting agency, and a leader in revenue growth strategies. In this edition of Growth Leap, Michael breaks down how he scaled Belkins to 8 figures by focusing on acquisition, retention, and revenue alignment. We dove into why traditional marketing and sales silos no…

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[BONUS] Fungus farming ants and disappointing orange juice: Tiny Show and Tell Us #17 15:22

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we cover the incredible world of fungus farming ants and how it really needs to be a Pixar movie. Then we talk about what makes fresh squeezed juice taste so much better than the mass produced processed juices you pick up in the grocery store. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes po…

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How plants shaped our world: Rising oxygen, blocky bones, and other pivotal moments in evolution 27:53

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In the summer of 2011, paleontologist and science writer Riley Black was on a mission. Walking through the Montana desert, she was on the lookout for a Tyrannosaurus rex. But that day, she wasn’t having any luck. Sitting atop a rock, she pulled out a geological hammer, sometimes called a rock pick, to dislodge a little piece and try to discern its …

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[BONUS] 'Night soil' recycling and could viruses be the new antibiotics?: Tiny Show and Tell Us #16 16:01

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we consider if bacteriophages could become our biggest allies in the fight against antibiotic resistance. Then we cover the historical role of "night soil men" and how some sewage treatment systems today are setting the standard for sustainable management of human excrement while also making sure we don't g…

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Can evolution go backwards? 30:23

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In 1893, Belgian paleontologist Louis Dollo suggested that evolution can’t go backwards in the exact same way that it proceeded. This became known as “Dollo’s Law,” and came under a lot of scrutiny. But, more recently, Dollo’s Law was co-opted into the idea that traits, once they gain a certain amount of complexity, can’t return to a simpler state.…

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How to Prioritize, Experiment, and Build Products That Matter with David Pereira and Büşra Coşkuner 1:00:23

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Send us a text David Pereira is the CEO of Omoqo, and Büşra Coşkuner is a seasoned product coach, both experts in helping teams build products that actually matter. In this edition of Growth Talks, David and Büşra break down the biggest challenges in product management, from prioritization and experimentation to balancing discovery with execution. …

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[BONUS] Four armadillos in a trench coat and does pregnancy boost your sense of smell?: Tiny Show and Tell Us #15 15:35

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In this episode of Tiny Show and Tell Us, we cover a species of armadillo that, as it turns out, is actually four species. Then we discuss what researchers know about if pregnant people have a better sense of smell. We need your stories — they're what make these bonus episodes possible! Write in to [email protected] *or fill out this form* with y…

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[BONUS] Fetuses ‘listening’ to different languages and climate change affecting psychiatric meds: Tiny Show and Tell Us #26 15:55

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How NASA scientists are monitoring and predicting wildfires from space 26:54

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[BONUS] The FDA’s ban of Red Dye No. 3 and the surprising science of winter roads: Tiny Show and Tell Us #25 17:03

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How a Mars mission from the 1970s shaped the search for extraterrestrial life today 35:49

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[BONUS] Babies leaving cells behind in mom and rethinking the Big Bang: Tiny Show and Tell Us #24 17:51

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Ozempic: The science behind this blockbuster drug and its untapped potential 26:00

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[BONUS] Marfan syndrome and plant pathogens eating DNA: Tiny Show and Tell Us #23 12:50

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How a little-known vaccine project and decades of HIV research made "Operation Warp Speed" possible 36:32

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Be Yoda, Not Luke: How to Use Story, Data & Advocacy to Win Hearts (Not Just Clicks) 52:50

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[BONUS] Time limits for anesthesia and stunning bioluminescence: Tiny Show and Tell Us #22 12:35

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The placenta: A disposable organ we can’t live without 34:57

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[BONUS] An inspiring pharmacist grandma and orcas wearing dead salmon hats: Tiny Show and Tell Us #21 14:38

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NDEs, UFOs, the Spirit World, and Flying the Craft 1:19:20

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How glaciers safeguard Earth’s future and hold clues to our ancient past 29:16

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[BONUS] Evolutionary adaptations to high altitudes and e-cigs vs. dry herb vaporizers: Tiny Show and Tell Us #20 12:58

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How to Run Smart, Human, Scalable ABM Campaigns (Using AI + Psychology) 11:05

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How 18th and 19th century 'race science' still has deadly medical consequences today 27:55

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[BONUS] Crocheted wasp nests and sewage in reefs: Tiny Show and Tell Us #19 12:51

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The rape kit: From controversial 1970s invention to ending the backlog today 31:17

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[BONUS] Double rainbows and mysterious chromosomes: Tiny Show and Tell Us #18 10:51

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Not just a ‘royal disease’: Hemophilia’s devastating past to recent advances 33:59

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The Growth Playbook You Actually Need in 2025: Lessons from Michael Maximoff 51:21

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[BONUS] Fungus farming ants and disappointing orange juice: Tiny Show and Tell Us #17 15:22

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How plants shaped our world: Rising oxygen, blocky bones, and other pivotal moments in evolution 27:53

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[BONUS] 'Night soil' recycling and could viruses be the new antibiotics?: Tiny Show and Tell Us #16 16:01

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Can evolution go backwards? 30:23

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How to Prioritize, Experiment, and Build Products That Matter with David Pereira and Büşra Coşkuner 1:00:23

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[BONUS] Four armadillos in a trench coat and does pregnancy boost your sense of smell?: Tiny Show and Tell Us #15 15:35