Best Berkeley Law Podcasts (2024)

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Staying Safe in Extreme Heat, with Dr. David Sklar 1:45

1h ago1:45

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Impacts of Heat Waves on Human Health Across the United States, climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of heat waves. A heat wave is defined as a persistent period of high temperature days. Although unusually hot days are a natural part of day-to-day variations in weather, heat waves are becoming more common alongside the rapidly …

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Will Chat GPT Tell Me How to Vote? Democracy & AI with Professor Bertrall Ross 46:41

20h ago46:41

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Berkeley Law LLM student Franco Dellafiori, and Professor Bertrall Ross sit down to discuss how artificial intelligence will impact elections like the November 2024 one and the state of our general democracy for years to come. Professor Ross is a Professor of Law at the University of Virginia and the Director of UVA’s Karsh Center for Law and Democ…

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Standardizing Energy Efficiency, with Mark Kresowik 1:45

16h ago1:45

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The Current State of US Energy Consumption The United States consumes vast amounts of energy and spends enormous amounts of money every year to fuel our economy, business, and lifestyle. The US accounts for 4% of the world’s population, yet uses 16% of the world’s total energy. The production and consumption of energy are major drivers of global cl…

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Rerun: Using Climate Journalism to Connect Weather Events and Climate, with Jonathan Vigliotti 1:45

8d ago1:45

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Staying Educated About Climate Change As climate change intensifies, the heightened frequency of natural disaster weather-related events is quickly becoming the new reality. Whether it be prolonged wildfire seasons in Northern California or destructive hurricanes off the Florida coast, citizens across the country are beginning to bear the burden of…

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Rerun: Resilience Hotspots: Nature's Role in Urban Climate Adaptation 1:44

16d ago1:44

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What are “Resilience Hotspots”? Technology and high-tech solutions are not the only responses to climate change. Nature can also be a powerful form of climate resilience. Resilience hotspots are small pockets of nature that, when restored and maintained, act as barriers to climate impacts. For instance, wetlands can insulate shores from storm surge…

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Rerun: Induction Ranges, No Rewiring Required, with Sam Calisch 1:42

22d ago1:42

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Induction-Range Stoves: Gas stoves have recently been in the news as a source of harmful pollutants in the home and generators of greenhouse gas. The adoption of energy-efficient induction-range stovetops could offer a solution. Induction cooktops use electromagnetism to generate heat from directly within cookware, preventing the levels of energy l…

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How Native American Ecology Can Tackle Climate Anxiety, with Dr. Melinda Adams 1:45

29d ago1:45

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Climate Change and Anxiety: Some Data Climate or “eco” anxiety refers to people feeling distressed about climate change and its impacts on our ecosystems, the environment, and human health and well-being. It is rooted in a deep existential dread concerning the future of the planet. Symptoms include feelings of grief, loss, anger, sadness, and guilt…

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Regenerating our Ecosystems with Good Fire, with Dr. Melinda Adams 1:45

1M ago1:45

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Wildfires and climate change: a brief overview North America is no stranger to wildfires. As of August 15, 2024, 29,917 fires this year have burned more than 5.2 million acres, according to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. While this year’s number of wildfires is below the annual average of 35,691, the yearly acres burned is above the average …

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Including Marginalized Communities in Policy Decisions 1:45

2M ago1:45

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Climate change and household financial well-being The increase in climate-related disasters, such as floods, wildfires, and heat waves, has created serious financial burdens on households across the country. Since 1980, the world has seen a fivefold increase in the number of billion-dollar natural disasters. 2018 to 2022 alone saw an estimated $617…

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Promoting Clean Energy through Pop Culture, with Klean Energy Kulture Co-Founders Michael Hawthorne Jr. and Corey Dennard 1:45

2M ago1:45

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A New Sustainable Culture Through the rise in pop culture, climate change awareness has increasingly been integrated into the entertainment industry. Particularly in the Black community, multimedia cultural campaigns are used to increase interest in environmental movements with the use of light-hearted, fun content. Artists, musicians, and influenc…

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Eliminating Contrails to Increase Aircraft Sustainability, with Matteo Mirolo 1:45

2M ago1:45

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The aviation industry and climate change: what are contrails? A 2022 IPCC report found that direct GHG emissions from the transport sector accounted for 23% of global energy-related CO2 emissions in 2019. Road vehicles accounted for 70% of direct transport emissions, while 1%, 11%, and 12% of emissions came from rail, shipping, and aviation, respec…

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Locating Methane Leaks with Satellites, with Dr. Timiebi Aganaba 1:45

2M ago1:45

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What is methane? Methane (CH4) (the primary component of “natural gas”) is the second most important greenhouse gas after carbon dioxide. Around 60% of global methane emissions come from human activities in three main sectors: energy production (oil, gas, and coal), agriculture (livestock and rice), and waste (landfill and waste water). Energy prod…

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Back-to-School Special- with Alan Gurvey, Hudson & Harper 26:47

2M ago26:47

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Don’t miss a special back-to-school episode of Gurvey’s Law this Sunday, August 25 at 7pm on KABC Talk Radio! Host Alan Gurvey sits down with his kids, Hudson and Harper, to chat about their thoughts on returning to school, family life, and more. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation that’s perfect for the whole family.…

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Reproductive Data Privacy After Dobbs with Rebecca Wexler. 48:44

2M ago48:44

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On this episode of the Berkeley Technology Law Journal, we sat down with Professor Rebecca Wexler to discuss the intersection between reproductive justice and data privacy. In June 2022, the Supreme Court issued a ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Dobbs overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey's holdings that the…

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Energy as a Service, with Bob Hinkle 1:45

2M ago1:45

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What is Energy-as-a-Service? Most current energy technologies burn fossil fuels and emit carbon dioxide, which contributes to global warming. Adopting low and zero-carbon technologies is one way to reduce emissions, but barriers such as high upfront and maintenance costs have impeded the adoption of these technologies. Energy as a Service (EaaS) is…

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Principles of Gratitudeology- with Jamie Hess 26:51

3M ago26:51

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This Sunday, Alan Gurvey chats with the dynamic Jamie Hess about the life-changing principles of Gratitudeology, featured in her popular 'The Gratitudeology Podcast'. Discover how gratitude can transform your life and work in ways you never imagined.By KABC

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Rerun: Using Solar Energy to Power Composting with Chris Seney 1:45

3M ago1:45

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In 2018, nearly one-third of the 39 million tons of waste in California landfills was compostable organic material. Organic material – food and agricultural waste – releases methane, a very potent greenhouse gas, as it decomposes. As a result, California’s Short-Lived Pollutant Reduction law, SB-1383, targets such food waste by establishing methane…

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Life & Career from NBA All-Star to Head Coach- with Doc Rivers 26:55

3M ago26:55

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This Sunday on Gurvey's Law, Alan talks to basketball legend Doc Rivers, the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. Doc will share his incredible journey, from his All-Star playing days to his successful coaching career. Don’t miss Gurvey's Law's exclusive interview with Doc Rivers on AM 790 KABC TalkRadio or KABC.com.…

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Disability-Inclusive Climate Solutions, with Michael Stein 1:45

3M ago1:45

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Introduction People with disabilities are disproportionately affected by climate change; however, they have been traditionally excluded from conversations about national plans and responses to climate change. Including the disabled community in decision making is key to addressing potential harms and designing effective, inclusive solutions. Disabl…

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Annual Supreme Court Case Review- with Dean Chemerinsky, Dean of UC Berkeley School of Law 26:53

3M ago26:53

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Don’t miss Gurvey’s Law’s Annual Supreme Court Case Review episode with renowned constitutional law expert and Dean of UC Berkeley Law, Erwin Chemerinsky. Join us as Dean Chemerinsky explains the importance of the seminal cases that have come down from SCOTUS during this past session. Dean Chemerinsky will also address the legalities of the Kamala …

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Rerun: What Does Effective Climate Communication Look Like? with Dr. Candice Howarth 1:45

3M ago1:45

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What is “place-based” climate change communication? Climate change can feel overwhelming and impersonal when discussed on a global or national scale. Place-based communication works to make climate change feel relevant to local communities and individuals. Issues that impact local communities and have connections to climate change, such as waste, e…

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Challenges Olympians Face- with Brett Rapkin, Director of HBO's 'The Weight of Gold' 26:55

3M ago26:55

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This Sunday on Gurvey's Law, hear about the intense mental pressures faced by athletes with our guest Brett Rapkin, director of HBO’s ‘The Weight of Gold.’ With the Olympics in full swing, discover the untold stories behind the glory and the psychological battles they endure. Don’t miss this eye-opening episode!…

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Rerun: Electric Vehicle Retrofitting with Dr. Aly El Tayeb 1:46

3M ago1:46

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What is electric vehicle (EV) retrofitting and why does it matter? ‘EV retrofitting’ refers to the process of converting a gas-powered vehicle into an electric vehicle by replacing its gas engine with a battery pack. The battery pack is designed to fit within the vehicle’s chassis—the structural frame to which its wheels, suspension, engine, and ot…

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New Documentary "Charlie Hustle & The Matter of Pete Rose," & Revealing Untold Truths About One of Baseball's Most Controversial Figures - with Ron Cey & Mark Monroe 26:39

4M ago26:39

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Get ready! This Sunday, July 21 at 7 PM PT, Gurvey’s Law features MLB legend Ron Cey and Emmy-winning director Mark Monroe! They discuss the riveting story behind their new documentary "Charlie Hustle & The Matter of Pete Rose," revealing untold truths about one of baseball's most controversial figures.…

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Sustainable Investing for a Climate-Proof Economy, with Kirsten Spalding 1:45

4M ago1:45

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Mobilizing Investors to Build a More Sustainable Global Economy As the effects of climate change rise in prevalence, all facets of the global economy will be affected. In order to address many of the global environmental crises of today, such as biodiversity loss and extreme drought, entrepreneurs are looking into sustainable investment initiatives…

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Building a Fitness Empire & How to Shred the Pounds Without Too Much Sacrifice - with Vince Sant 26:54

4M ago26:54

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Join us this Sunday on Gurvey's Law as we get up-close-and-personal with the brains and brawn behind the amazing success story of V Shred, Vince Sant. You probably have seen Vince in your social media feeds as he promotes healthy living and a fit body. Alan talks candidly with Vince about his incredible drive and the dedicated journey leading to th…

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Increasing Efficiency Through Power Line Reconductoring, with Umed Paliwal 1:45

4M ago1:45

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Reconductoring power grids to boost energy efficiency The expansion of renewable energy has resulted in a heightened need for greater transmission capacity of the electrical grid. Unfortunately, permitting and cost allocation have been large hurdles to the potential of rapid expansion to meet future demand. As an alternative, large-scale reconducto…

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Public Safety, Integrity & Justice in Los Angeles - with Nathan Hochman, Candidate for LA County District Attorney 26:55

4M ago26:55

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Meet Nathan Hochman, candidate for LA County District Attorney, in an up-close-and-personal interview with Alan Gurvey. Nathan, a former federal prosecutor, U.S. Assistant Attorney General and LA Ethics Commission President, will discuss his plans to restore public safety, integrity and justice in Los Angeles. Don't miss this chance to get to know …

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Rerun: Using Concrete for Carbon Removal with Dr. Erica Dodds 1:45

4M ago1:45

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What is Carbon Mineralization Carbon mineralization is a naturally occurring chemical process that occurs when carbon dioxide becomes “mineralized” through a chemical reaction. The chemical reaction occurs when certain rocks, most often in deep underground igneous and metamorphic formations, are exposed to carbon dioxide. Carbon mineralization hold…

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A Inspirational Acting & Producing Journey, Plus New Horror Film, "Possessions" with Yeardley Smith 25:55

4M ago25:55

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Don't miss this week's special episode of Gurvey’s Law featuring the iconic Yeardley Smith! Known for voicing Lisa Simpson on The Simpsons, Yeardley has a fascinating career in both voice acting and beyond. Expect captivating stories, career insights, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Plus, Yeardley will share details about her new horror film, Poss…

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Mass Mobilization for Climate, with Dana Fisher 1:44

4M ago1:44

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Mass mobilization in climate activism By the mid 2000s, the climate justice movement was beginning to gain momentum across the world. Through organized rallies and marches, the public has begun to see an increased recognition of climate justice issues amidst various other social movements. The existential threat of the climate crisis has given rise…

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Exploring a Lifelong Preforming Journey & an Exciting New Role in The Upcoming Season of "The Bay" with Olivia d’Abo 26:52

5M ago26:52

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This week on Gurvey's Law, host Alan Gurvey welcomes the talented Olivia d’Abo! Best known for her role as Karen Arnold in The Wonder Years and her work on Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Olivia discusses her exciting new role in the upcoming season of The Bay, where she will portray Felicia “Fifi” Martin. Tune in to hear about her lifelong performin…

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BONUS New Series: Making Time - Chapter 1 13:35

5M ago13:35

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Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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Rerun: Raising the Bar: Brewing a Greener Future with Concentrated Beer, with Gary Tickle 1:45

4M ago1:45

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What are the problems with current beer production methods? Beer is primarily composed of water—making up about 90 percent of its content. Annually, over 100 billion gallons of beer are produced and shipped, meaning nearly 90 billion gallons of water are being transported in the form of beer. This is significant because approximately 20 percent of …

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Fathers Day Special with Alan Gurvey & Family 26:54

5M ago26:54

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Don’t miss a very special Father’s Day episode of Gurvey’s Law, as Alan welcomes his two kids Hudson and Harper to the show to talk about what is so special about their Dad. They will share funny, embarrassing and touching stories about their father’s relationship with his children, something that everyone will be able to identify with. Hear it dir…

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Generating Electricity from Air, with Jun Yao 1:45

5M ago1:45

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A Need for Clean Energy Energy harvesting from environmental sources is key to mitigating the harm associated with fossil fuels. Renewable energy is generated from naturally replenishing resources, and common sources include solar, wind, and water. Currently, renewable energy only makes up roughly 20% of all U.S. electricity, and many of these sour…

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Returning to Acting in Lifetime’s "Danger In The Dorm" & Experiences on Set with Bethenny Frankel 26:55

5M ago26:55

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This week on Gurvey’s Law, hosted by Alan Gurvey, we welcome the dynamic Bethenny Frankel, best known from "The Real Housewives of New York City." Bethenny talks about her thrilling return to acting in the new movie "Danger In The Dorm", why she took on the project, and her experiences on set!By KABC

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Rerun: Equitable Policy for Energy Efficient Homes with Dr. Steve Cliff 1:45

5M ago1:45

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California is the first state to ban the sale of new gas furnaces and water heaters, which will begin in 2030. In efforts to fight climate change, all homes will be required to use zero-emission electric appliance alternatives. The Sierra Club and American Lung Association have supported this move to reduce the building sector’s carbon footprint an…

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Mastering Empathy & Emotional Strength with Dr. Judith Orloff 27:00

5M ago27:00

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Alan Gurvey chats with Judith Orloff to explore the intricacies of empathy, the art of being sensitive without being a pushover, and secrets to living a more emotionally resilient life. Catch this must-listen conversation and remember, all our podcasts are available on GurveysLaw.com, Audioboom, Apple Podcasts, and your favorite podcast platforms!…

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The Law and Governance of AI with Professor Colleen Chien 54:48

5M ago54:48

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Join host Gayathri Sindhu as she interviews Professor Colleen Chien, a trailblazer in intellectual property and technology law with a career marked by fascinating achievements and obstacles overcome. They dive into Professor Chien's new "Law and Governance of AI" course, taught for the first time at Berkeley Law in the spring of 2024, and explore h…

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Adapting Coffee Production for Climate Resilience, with Catherine Kiwuka 1:45

5M ago1:45

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The Environmental Impacts of Coffee Production For most of us, coffee is a part of our daily lives. 62% of Americans drink coffee every day, with 7 in 10 drinking coffee every week. In 2024, the coffee market amounted to over $86.7 billion in gross revenue, with numbers only predicted to rise. Americans consume over 400 million cups of coffee each …

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Preserving Your Mind & Memory As You Age with Robert Love 26:53

6M ago26:53

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Special guest neuroscientist Robert Love shares groundbreaking research and expert advice on how to keep your mind and memory sharp as you age. Tune in for invaluable tips on aging well and enhancing your mental health. Catch all episodes of Gurvey's Law on GurveysLaw.com, Apple Podcasts, Audioboom, or your favorite podcast platform.…

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Improving Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Manganese Solution 1:44

5M ago1:44

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Lithium Ion Batteries Lithium ion batteries are a popular type of rechargeable battery, used in a variety of devices from laptops and cell phones to hybrid and electric vehicles. Lithium ion batteries have grown in use due to their light weight, high energy density, and ability to recharge. While these batteries are used to store electricity and, t…

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“The Disappointments of Life” with Alan Gurvey 27:00

6M ago27:00

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Hear Alan’s impassioned plea to do “the right thing” and face challenges with integrity, honesty and caring. Also, listen to Alan tell stories about how people have let him down and what this world is coming to! It might resonate with your life. Yikes! Tune in for a no holds barred look at our lives, as Alan illuminates the human experience, for be…

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Alleviating Urban Heat Traps, with Jeff Goodell 1:45

6M ago1:45

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What Does Extreme Heat Do? Since the pre-industrialized era, the global temperature has increased by about one degree Celsius. Although one degree may not seem significant, the consequences are increases in the intensity of heatwaves and drier conditions. In addition, in dense urban settings buildings trap and absorb this heat and cause even a high…

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Mothers Day Special with Alan Gurvey 27:00

6M ago27:00

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Join Alan Gurvey as he shares his personal experience navigating his first Mother's Day without his mom, the tender process of clearing out memories, and an appreciation for mothers everywhere. Tune in for a conversation that will resonate with us all.By KABC

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Rerun: Corporate Lobbying as an Ally in the Fight Against Climate Change 1:46

6M ago1:46

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Editorial Note The interview for this episode was recorded in June 2021. The basic point of the episode remains relevant, but the mentioned campaign is no longer active. ClimateVoice’s current campaign is Escape the Chamber, which calls on companies to leave the US Chamber of Commerce and to speak up and lead on climate policy at local, state, and …

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