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Better Offline is a weekly show exploring the tech industry’s influence and manipulation of society - and interrogating the growth-at-all-costs future that tech’s elite wants to build. Combining narrative-form storytelling, one-on-one interviews and panel-based discussions, Better Offline cuts through the buzzwords and obfuscation of the tech industry, investigating and evaluating the schemes and scams of everyone from cryptocurrency scumbags to the greediest of the venture capital elite. Te ...
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Brilliant solutions to the world’s problems. We meet people with ideas to make the world a better place and investigate whether they work.
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What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues of our era, including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy, and make the case for ...
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Lively conversations with inspiring people who every day are making our world better. Listen in an be encouraged that no matter where you are in your life, there are ways you can make our world better. Hosted by Jay Clark, Principal of JC Charity Services.
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Leaders Talk is an interview podcast in English and German to portrait leaders from various fields who are committed to better leadership, better organizations and a better world. Our guests are business and thought-leaders, social entrepreneurs and politicians. We talk about their personal stories as well as the motivations and values that made them pursue their exciting journey.
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History isn't made by kings and politicians, it's made by all of us. This podcast is about how we, together, have fought for a better world. Become a paid subscriber, support our work and listen ad-free with early access and exclusive bonus episodes at patreon.com/workingclasshistory. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-class-history--5711490/support.
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45-minute conversations and investigations with today's leading thinkers, authors, experts, doctors, healers, scientists about life's biggest questions: Why do we do what we do? How can we come to know and love ourselves better? How can we come together to heal and build a better world?
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Stronger communities begin with good health — for everyone. The "Good Health, Better World" podcast series from UPMC Health Plan brings experts together to discuss some of health care’s most important (and often challenging) topics.
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Harvesting Happiness with Lisa Cypers Kamen broadcasts consciously prepared brain food from the beaches of Malibu, California and on-location. HHTR promotes happiness, well-being and global human flourishing with a diverse and proactive collection of the greatest thought leaders and change agents who are devoting their lives to creating a better world in which to live. Each episode focuses on personal-growth, human-interest, self-improvement, healthy lifestyle and positive psycho-social educ ...
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Five times winner of the Publisher Podcast Awards, including Best Technology Podcast, Engineering Matters celebrates the work of engineers who use ingenuity, practicality, science, theory and determination to build a better world. In the UK alone 5.7million people work in engineering related enterprises from manufacturing and agriculture to construction and transportation. Their work ensures that the country has sustainable power supplies, better connectivity between cities, increasing effic ...
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How do we build an inclusive world? Hear intimate and in-depth conversations with changemakers on disability rights, youth mental health advocacy, prison reform, grassroots activism, and more. First-hand stories about activism, change, and courage from people who are changing the world: from how a teen mom became the Planned Parenthood CEO, to NBA player Kevin Love on mental health in professional sports, to Beetlejuice actress Geena Davis on Hollywood’s role in women’s rights. All About Cha ...
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Conversations with activists for a better world for all - a partnership with MalcolmPresents.com and WE, The World!
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It Could Happen Here started as an exploration of the possibility of a new civil war. Now a daily show, it's evolved into a chronicle of collapse as it happens, and an exploration of how we might build a better future. Every day Robert Evans, Garrison Davis, Mia Wong, James Stout and Shereen Lani Younes take you on a jaunty walk through the burning ruins of the old world and towards a better one that lays just on the horizon.
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Hosted by world-renowned business coaches Andrew Biggs and Mike Abramowitz, The Better Than Rich Show helps ambitious leaders who are on a mission to leave the world better than they found it, change their perspective on what’s important, increase their impact and income, and systemize their life and business. If you’ve ever struggled with finding purpose, have felt disconnected or distracted, or found yourself going through the motions, this show will remind you that what you do matters and ...
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BETTER is a podcast about doing Better, being Better, and making the world a Better place. In each episode, we either explore a guest or host Jay's lifelong missions to do better, how they did it, why, and what they got out of it. We've talked to the wrongfully convicted, war heroes, psychologists, and celebrities such as James Marsters, Aimee Garcia, Kurt Angle, and so many more as they drop their Better Moments. We are truly just trying to bring positivity into the world and make it so tha ...
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Theory & Philosophy is a multi-disciplinary podcast offering you succinct breakdowns of key philosophical and theoretical texts to help you better understand the world we all live in. New episodes every second Saturday at 4am EST. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theoryandphilosophy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIq2xNjGAof0cCUaKbco6HQ
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Welcome to In-Orbit, the fortnightly podcast exploring how technology from space is empowering a better world.
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Sure, some predictions about AI are just hype – but others suggest that everything we know is about to fundamentally change. Creative technologist Bilawal Sidhu talks with the world’s leading experts, artists, journalists, and more to explore the thrilling, sometimes terrifying, future ahead.
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Reporting on major developments and endeavors of the global Bahá’í community.
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At Finding Better, our mission is to help you facilitate the ’better’ you want by offering you a unique and transformative opportunity to uncover the path towards a better and more fulfilling life. Our platform is designed to guide you in your pursuit of a ’better’ version of yourself, and the key lies in the invaluable experiences shared by those who have successfully traversed this very journey. Our approach is firmly grounded in the notion that real-life stories, personal trials, and expe ...
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Welcome to The Launch Point Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! Our mission at Launch Point is to create better leaders for a better world. We want to answer YOUR questions about leadership. Send in your questions to advice@launchpointleader.com
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How does work culture shape human behavior and experience? How do humans create cultures? From uncomfortable truths to heart-to-heart conversations, Culture First uncovers what it really takes to build a better world of work. We all aspire to rise above the day-to-day commotion and bring more humanity into our work lives. Our host Damon Klotz is dedicated to understanding how we find meaning in our work and how to better the experience humans have within organizations. Join him as he explore ...
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Join host Paul Shapiro as he talks with some of the leading start-up entrepreneurs and titans of industry alike using their businesses to help solve the world’s most pressing problems. Whether it’s climate change, unsustainable agricultural practices, cyber threats, coral reef die-offs, nuclear waste storage, plastic pollution, or more, many of the world’s greatest challenges are also exciting business opportunities. On this show, we feature business leaders who are marrying profit and purpo ...
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Hi, I'm Paul Zelizer and I'm passionate about making the world better through social entrepreneurship. Each week, I interview top social entrepreneurs with the goal to help increase your positive impact, profitability and quality of life. You can find out more at www.awarepreneurs.com.
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Helping you make sense of what’s happening in your world. Big stories, small stories and everything in between. Understand more, feel better. Five days a week, Monday to Friday.
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Shiny Minds are enlightened minds. When we have Shiny Minds, we combine the power of our mind with the wisdom of our heart. We make conscious, heartfelt and wise decisions. We become better. We serve the world better. Build yourself a Shiny Mind and maximize your true potential with the science-backed strategies from NLP, Neuroscience, ICF Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Heart Science, Positive Psychology, Quantum Physics, Metaphysics, Cosmology and my very own N ...
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We're bringing you the stories behind the people and products building a more just, healthy, and regenerative future for us all. Tune in weekly and together, we’ll learn about why these better products and brands were created, how they’re helping fix broken systems, and what you can do to support them. My hope is that you’ll discover some new brands to love, and get some sparks of inspiration that will help you live your best life. // Hosted by: Gage Mitchell, Founder of Modern Species, a su ...
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The Mission of our Podcast “Borderless Leadership” is to spark conversations with leaders who will then use a more enlightened approach to influence others and thus create a better world for all sentient beings.
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The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
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International development experts share their ideas on smarter policies for a better world. Hosted by the Center for Global Development.
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The Firebelly Social Show features food and beverage brands that are on a mission to make the world better.
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Doomer Optimism is a podcast dedicated to discovering regenerative paths forward, highlighting the people working for a better world, and connecting seekers to doers. Beyond that, it's pretty much a $hitshow. Enjoy!
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Justin Lyons, founder of Blaze Global, talks anything and everything related to helping our kids find success & happiness today and beyond.
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Are you looking to grow, heal, expand? To create a more fulfilling and joyful life? Well, you are in a good company! Welcome to the In the Good Company Podcast. My name is Anna Malus Kitzmann and I created this podcast to share stories of people and companies that change our world for better. I've evolved and this podcast evolved with me. Now, besides brining you stories of interesting people changing the world I also bring you tested on me growth and healing ideas so we can all evolve toget ...
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Catherine Weetman interviews the inspiring people who are making the circular economy happen. We explore how circular, regenerative and fair solutions are better for people, planet and prosperity. We’ll hear from entrepreneurs & business owners, social enterprises, and leading thinkers. You’ll find the show notes and links at www.circulareconomypodcast.com, where you can subscribe to updates and useful resources.
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Our Hen House is THE weekly podcast for all things animal rights and vegan. Join co-hosts Mariann Sullivan and Jasmin Singer for inspirational chats with movers, shakers, and change-makers who are creating a better world for animals.
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Across the world, from Europe to Asia, the Americas to the Middle East, tensions are rising between nation states. Traditional alliances and alignments are constantly evolving in the 21st century. An understanding of defence and security policy and the tides of political, social and economic changes is crucial for any informed understanding of our world. 2024 sees war in Europe and Israel, and elections in major economies, including the US, the UK, Taiwan, South Africa, and many others. Insu ...
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This is Africa to the world, this is something that is brought to you by the music lovers label Flatline Music, we are the number one plug for the independent artist, we are a group of music lovers, that share a common goal of a better world for all, if we are together it's destiny, let the music lead..!
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In YOUth We Trust sits down with successful entrepreneurs, business leaders, educators, and others from around the world. We spotlight how individuals & organizations are shaping a better world, directly or indirectly, for the coming generations through their focus on sustainability, equity, education, and more to empower young people to create the future they deserve.
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Welcome to the RealLife English podcast! For over 10 years, RealLife English has helped millions of learners just like you from virtually every country to go beyond the classroom and live, speak and master English in the Real World. We’ve been able to do this through our unique method: The RealLife Way, which consists of three simple, but powerful components: Mindset: How to think like a successful English speaker Method: How to live, speak and master English in the Real World Mastery: How t ...
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We discuss the biggest questions: "what's real?", "who matters?" and "how to make a better world?" with scientists, celebrities, activists, writers and philosophers. The Sentientism worldview is "evidence, reason and compassion for all sentient beings." It's a simple, yet radical, philosophy that's grounded in reality (naturalistic epistemology) and has compassion for all sentient beings (mostly human and non-human animals). Naturalism & sentiocentrism combined. Find out more at https://sent ...
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Enterprising Investor is the flagship podcast of CFA Institute and the definitive program for the investment management industry. As stewards of the investment industry, Enterprising Investor will feature intimate conversations with some of the most influential people from the world of finance about the topics that matter most to investment professionals. The show will also share crucial insights and best practices to help guide investors to make smart, ethical decisions. EI will continue to ...
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Alex Wagner brings an enormous breadth of reporting experience to her new show, where she’ll cover news of the day, politics, and the cultural trends shaping our country and ourselves, leaving viewers with a better understanding of what’s happening in the world.
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Each week, WORDTheatre shares a brilliant short story performed live in LA, NY or London by a great actor. Like what you hear? Visit WORDTheatre.org/Membership/ to enjoy live events and recordings by becoming a Patron or Enthusiast Member! WORDTheatre® is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the US and a Dual Charitable Trust in the UK. We are on a mission to make a better world one story at a time.
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Brittany Packnett Cunningham is an activist, educator, popular TV commentator—and a trusted voice for the millions of Americans who want a better world, and a group chat to help them get there. On UNDISTRACTED, a weekly show from The Meteor and Wonder Media Network, she aims her focus on the most pressing issues of our time, from the latest headlines to deep dives with today’s most fascinating changemakers, UNDISTRACTED is your weekly guide to the revolution that’s happening in our politics, ...
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Pioneers Post is an online magazine and networking platform for innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and advisors who are building a better world through good business.
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Welcome to another exciting and healing episode! Today, I’ll take you to one of Australia’s most breathtaking beaches and islands that I explored with my boys. Plus, I’ll share my top tips for creating the ultimate beach getaway. With so many stunning spots to choose from, picking just one was so tough – but I chose the paradise island today just f…
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Navigating change as we age: Implications for population health
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Season 4 of “Good Health, Better World” will focus on a topic that’s important to all of us: healthy aging. Hear from UPMC Health Plan CEO Diane Holder in the first episode of the season to understand aging from a population health perspective, and how we can all navigate change as we age. Visit upmchp.us/ghbw-s4ep1 for show notes and additional in…
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Sri Lanka elections: A change for the better?
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We are heading to Sri Lanka which has a new president but long-standing economic problems – Devina Gupta speaks to the country's former finance minister Eraan Wickramaratne. Also, with the growing transmission of Mpox in Africa, businesses are having to consider how they can manage to continue operations, we find out more… Plus, could strikes at a …
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The power of an outside voice and an outside perspective can completely turn a business around regardless of sector, and you’ll love hearing from Dena Enos how her organization Stronghouse has developed this power and has also integrated giving back to nonprofits as part of the company’s business model. Thanks for listening and thanks to Dena for s…
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Ep. 100: Was passiert hinter den Kulissen von Leaders Talk?
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Zur 100. Folge von Leaders Talk gewähren wir einen Blick hinter die Kulissen und stellen das Team vor, das jede Episode gestaltet. Wir sprechen über unsere Aufgaben, von der Gästeakquise und Recherche über die Aufnahme undPost-Produktion bis hin zur redaktionellen Arbeit. Gemeinsam reflektieren wir über unsere Lieblingsfolgen und die Herausforderun…
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CZM Book Club: "Svend and His Brethren" by William Morris, Part One
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Margaret reads you even more William Morris, but this story has swords in it See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Bridgerton's Ben Miller performs "East Coast West Coast" by Will Cohu
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By Step Into the Story...
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Kamala Harris blasts Donald Trump for playing political games with border policy
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Plus, Kamala Harris is likely to win the Latino vote, but it's complicated.By NBC News
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All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file. Sources can be found in the descriptions of each individual episode. How Bread Bloc Feeds Unhoused People In San Diego Anarchism In Brazil, Pt. 1 feat. Andrew Anarchism In Brazil, Pt. 2 feat. Andrew Gig Economy Terror: What Israel's Pager Bomb Attack Means for You W…
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From today, a range of Chinese goods entering the US will have to pay steeps tariffs. The Biden administration has imposed a 50% duty on solar cells and 25% on steel, aluminium, EV batteries and key minerals. There is a 100% duty on electric vehicles to protect the American auto industry. So, can the American auto companies fill the gap by making a…
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Is a trade war brewing between China and the US?
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Is another trade war brewing between the world's two biggest economies? The United States has just increased the level of border taxes - tariffs - on electric vehicles as well as on solar panels and batteries from China. Beijing has vowed to respond. Rob Young looks at the reasons behind the move. Also, Japan has suffered what's often called three …
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Learning while leading | Launch Point Leader Podcast Ep. 20
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In this episode of the Launch Point Leader podcast, Lori and Beau dive into a listener's challenge of stepping into a VP role that extends beyond their area of expertise. How do you lead teams in departments where you're not the expert? Lori and Beau share practical advice on leveraging leadership skills over technical know-how, building credibilit…
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How do you get a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame?
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More than 2,700 stars are embedded into the pavement on the Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, in Los Angeles in the US. Marilyn Monroe, Zac Efron, Scarlett Johansson, Ludacris and (just very recently) Batman are all part of the Walk of Fame. Thousands of tourists visit it daily, but there have been questions about who is and isn’t included and i…
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Puppy Mills Go Underground w/ Alene Tchekmedyian and Melody Gutierrez
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California’s ban on the sale of puppies in pet stores solved the puppy mill issue for the state, right? Not so fast! LA Times’ investigative reporters Melody Gutierrez and Alene Tchekmedyian join us this week to discuss all they uncovered in their deep dive into the dark underbelly of the puppy trade in California. Also, Midge Raymond and John Yunk…
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The Progress Report: Interest Rates of Social Change
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In this week's Progress Report, Zachary and Emma discuss various positive developments around the world, including economic updates on interest rates and inflation, the introduction of an at-home flu vaccine, and social changes in reproductive rights. They also touch on the significance of Jordan's achievement in eliminating leprosy, emphasizing th…
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Israel prepares for ground offensive in Lebanon
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On today's episode of Battle Lines we speak to the Telegraph's Adrian Blomfield in Beirut, and photographer Heathcliff O'Malley in Tel Aviv about the possibility of a ground war in Lebanon. The Israeli Defense Forces top general has told his troops to be ready to enter Lebanon to fight Hezbollah on their own turf for the first time since 2006. Whil…
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Aisha Chottani is the Founder and CEO of Moment, a brand dedicated to improving mental wellness through adaptogen-infused beverages. A Harvard graduate and former McKinsey consultant, she channels her expertise and global background into crafting drinks that promote stress management. Aisha's products are crafted from natural ingredients like ashwa…
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Wild Faith: A Conversation with Talia Lavin
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Molly Conger sits down with Talia Lavin to talk about her new book, Wild Faith: How the Christian Right is Taking Over America. Pre-order Wild Faith now, available in hardcover, audiobook, and e-book October 15. Pre- order: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/talia-lavin/wild-faith/9780306829192/ Talia's Newsletter: https://buttondown.com/thes…
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How To Break the Internet with Chris Stokel-Walker
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Just over a month after the CrowdStrike debacle, Ed Zitron is joined by journalist and author Chris Stokel-Walker to "stokel-walk" through the brittle patchwork of open source, non-profit and for-profit entities that hold up the internet - and how calamitous it would be if any of them buckled. Article: https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/crowdstrike…
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'Embarrassingly brazen,' NYC mayor's indictment describes 'comically transparent' corruption
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Plus, Florida braces for impact of violent Hurricane HeleneBy NBC News
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Japan’s hotly-contested leadership election
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Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party will choose its new leader on Friday, after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s surprise announcement that he’s stepping down. But what do we know about those vying to take over from him? And how will a new leader effect the economy? Meanwhile, in Spain, union groups have taken to the street in support of a law th…
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Will China’s economic slowdown affect outside investment?
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Devina Gupta looks at how China's slowing economy is helping some countries… Also, from cooling economies to cooling appliances that are becoming dangerous for our planet we look at the latest UN report and find out how a business in India is using solar energy to run a cold storage unit. And - South Korea's plan to make dog meat farmers move away …
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Hello Shiny Minds, This week, we'll delve into the importance of respect and how to earn it. Respect is the cornerstone of healthy relationships. It's about valuing and acknowledging others, their feelings, and their boundaries. When we respect others, we create a safe and positive environment for growth and connection. Key Components of Respect 1️…
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Should museums give back looted treasures like the Benin Bronzes?
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An indigenous red-feather cloak was recently returned to Brazil from a museum in Denmark - where it had been on display for hundreds of years. There are other examples of historic and precious artefacts being returned to their countries of origin. And this is leading to a growing pressure to return more, like the Hoa Hakananai'a, originally taken f…
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#294 A View of the Future from Coire Glas
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On Coire Glas, in the remote Scottish Highlands, geologists and engineers are developing a vision of Scotland’s energy future. SSE Renewables plans the first pumped hydro storage facility in the UK for decades here, taking advantage of the unique and awe inspiring landscape. But first, they need to understand conditions on and in the ground. And to…
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Self work is not an option anymore - it is a must
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It is coming to me very strongly and clearly lately that self work, focusing on our healing and unblocking i not an option anymore - it is a must. Why? To not stay behind, to be ready for new paradigm, to keep up with faster and faster changing world. Lets' talk about it! Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annamaluskitzmann/ Su…
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Our Right to Party with Rep. Ruwa Romman and Maurice Mitchell
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On this week’s episode, Brittany sits down with Maurice Mitchell, national director of the Working Families Party, and Georgia State Rep. Ruwa Romman, who wrote a speech we never got to hear at the DNC. Maurice talks strategy, Ruwa gets us inspired, and they answer that pressing question: What do you say to folks who still want to vote third party?…
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The Neuroscience of Manifestation (James Doty, M.D.)
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Dr. Jim Doty is a neurosurgeon, neuroscientist, and the director of Stanford Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education. Jim is also a bestselling author—his first book, Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon’s Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart, tells his improbable life story: Jim had a tough sta…
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Harris chips away at Trump's economic 'doom and gloom' lies about the economy
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Plus, How the heck are there still undecided voters in 2024? Here's how.By NBC News
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'That's the ballgame': Town hall with Michigan union workers reveals key to 2024 success
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Plus, Interviews with undecided battleground voters explain closeness, complexity of 2024 raceBy NBC News
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Gig Economy Terror: What Israel's Pager Bomb Attack Means for You
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Robert sits down with Mia and Gare to discuss the recent Mossad attack on Hezbollah using pagers and radios impregnated with explosives. It turns out this is an incredibly easy thing to do, an attack that opens a massive pandora's box with the potential to change daily life for all of us in terrifying ways. Sources: Turning Everyday Gadgets into Bo…
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Pakistan looks ahead to an anticipated $7bn IMF package as the country emerges from one of its worst economic crises since independence. Now, the government has amped up its efforts to raise nearly $46bn in taxes for the year - we hear from the former governor of the country’s state bank about what needs to happen next. Meanwhile, in the US, the ma…
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We hear from a doctor in Pakistan who says he sees parents who do not have enough money to take their dead children home, highlighting the growing and devastating pressures poor families face as rising costs leave them unable to afford basic medication. Devina Gupta finds out if an IMF bailout package can help the country’s health care system. Also…
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How a North Korean defector became a K-pop idol
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24-year-old Yu Hyuk is a North Korean defector who is about to make his debut as an idol in 1VERSE, the first K-pop band to include North Korean members. Before defecting to South Korea at the age of 13, Hyuk was so poor that he had to beg on the streets to survive. He initially had a hard time adjusting to the new environment but eventually found …
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"This great unresolved tension of modern life" - Monica Murphy & Bill Wasik - Sentientism 214
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Bill Wasik is the editorial director of The New York TimesMagazine. Monica Murphy is a veterinarian and a writer. Their previous book, Rabid: A Cultural History of the World’s Most Diabolical Virus, was a Los Angeles Times best seller and a finalist for the PEN/E. O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award. Their latest book, "Our Kindred Creatures" …
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What are the effects of having so much technology at our fingertips? Are we connected to too much information at once? Is technology shortening our attention spans? Zachary and Emma speak with Gloria Mark, psychologist and author of "Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity." They discuss the decrease of a…
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Carlee Kelly: Innovation For Better Nutrition
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Carlee Kelly is the Founder and Chief Product Innovator of Lettuce Eat, a company that elevates your commercial food concept and scale for international markets. A seasoned food and beverage industry expert, she is fondly known as a business-savvy entrepreneur and a nutrition science nerd. She holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in nutrition, …
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The Department of Justice V Google Ads: Part 3
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Ed Zitron is joined by Jason Kint, CEO of DCN and Arielle Garcia, Director of Intelligence at CheckMyAds, for the third episode of Better Offline's coverage of the Department of Justice's second antitrust case against Google, one that alleges that "through Serial Acquisitions and Anticompetitive Auction Manipulation, Google Subverted Competition in…
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Andrew continues his conversation with Garrison about the development of Brazilian Anarchism during repression and fascist violence in the 20th century. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Intimacy, Sexuality, and Relationships for a Lifetime with Dr Cynthia Graham PhD
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Lifelong stigmas and myths abound about human sexual expression have been as we age. Cultural differences notwithstanding, older males and females are more likely to rate communication as the highest form of arousal in their relationships. Why then does the media portray sexuality and intimacy after mid-life as a less than pleasurable experience? *…
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Second of a double podcast episode about the South Korean movements of 1987 which overthrew the US-backed military dictatorship and won big improvements for workers. In these episodes we speak with Kim Jin-sook and Hong Seung Ha about their experiences of the June Democratic Struggle, and the Great Workers’ Struggle which immediately followed it. O…
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Is China’s central bank doing enough to revive its economy?
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New stimulus measures are being introduced by China’s central bank to reduce interest rates on existing mortgages. Devina Gupta speaks to lead economist Betty Wang. Also, is fashion giant Shein benefiting from tax loopholes in the UK? The boss of a popular clothing chain Superdry thinks so, we find out more… And - Singapore sees the biggest corrupt…
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Anura Kumara Dissanayaka has just been elected as president in Sri Lanka’s first election since its economy collapsed in 2022. The National People's Power, the coalition alliance he ran for, drew support by promising to stamp out corruption and improve living conditions. But he faces the challenge of trying to sort out the country’s $92 billion deb…
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Seth Godin on building a culture of impact
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In this episode of the Culture First podcast, Damon Klotz interviews Seth Godin, renowned author, marketer, and entrepreneur. They delve into the essence of company culture and explore the significance of defining workplace culture by setting expectations and not tolerating disruptive behaviors. The conversation also highlights the importance of st…
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DO 233 - DO Emergency 2024 Election Coverage w/ Ashley, Jason, Nate and Josh
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DO 233 - DO Emergency 2024 Election Coverage w/ @RizomaSchool, @Cognazor, @TornadoNate and Josh Kearns Ashley, Jason, Nate, and Josh explore the uncertain future of the electoral landscape—rising tensions, partisanship, and what might lie ahead as the 2024 election approaches.
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Your right to mental privacy in the age of brain-sensing tech (from TED Talks Daily)
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Today's episode is from another podcast from the TED Audio Collective, TED Talks Daily. If you missed our newest episode, you can listen to it HERE. The TED AI Show will be back with new episodes soon! You've heard Nita Farahany on this show before (and if you haven't, check the episode out HERE). Nita's the neurotech and AI ethicist who is calling…
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Andrew talk with Garrison about the history of Brazilian Anarchism in the late 19th and early 20th century. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Decoding Satellite Antenna Testing (Re-Release)
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We’re taking another short break from our new episodes and revisiting an old favourite. Last autumn, we had the privilege to sit down with a wonderful panel of experts to explore the importance of satellite antenna testing. Antennas are the unsung heroes of space missions, enabling vital communication and data transmission between spacecraft and gr…
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The Awajun people have lived in the Amazon rainforest for thousands of years but their way of life and environment is under threat from deforestation and unsustainable farming. Now Awajun women farmers have begun mixing old traditions with new technology to make a material which offers an alternative to leather made from animals. The women are work…
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A lot of changes coming to Better. Check out the update and then go to http://betterpodcast.live to sub! Talk again very soon.By Jay Hall
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