Best Smithsonian Institution Podcasts (2024)

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#109 Body Parts, Artifacts, and Lacking Accountability: The Smithsonian Institute 33:30

12d ago33:30

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Joined by MWP Paranormal Experts, Mitch Wonders about the incredible lost body parts, American artifacts, and creepy hauntings of The Smith. You don't want to miss this one! Binge episodes at mitchwonders.com and on every platform! And...THANK YOU!

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Critical Thinking in the Age of AI: A Guide for Science Teachers with Jeremy Shorr 52:59

7h ago52:59

52:59

Using technology to enhance learning and problem-solving skills. Today we explore the evolving role of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Jeremy and Dave dive into how AI can transform classrooms by helping students develop critical, transferable skills that will prepare them for the future workforce. They discuss how educato…

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Jim the Penman 37:36

22h ago37:36

37:36

During the mid-1800s, one third of all paper money in America was thought to be fake. It was the golden age of counterfeiting, and one exceptionally talented con artist stood out from all the rest. His fakes were nearly perfect…but for a trademark tell. Known to law enforcement only as “Jim the Penman,” this celebrity criminal led many Americans to…

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#111 The two most powerful warriors are patience and time. 29:13

6h ago29:13

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Some things just take time, there's no way around it. And today Mitch wonders about just that, is it worth it, and how to methodically achieve long term goals. Download today, and...THANK YOU!! Today's title comes from our boy Leo Tolstoy, in War and Peace.

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5 Warning Signs Your DAM Project is at Risk 19:27

7d ago19:27

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Host Chris Lacinak is on his own in this episode, sharing 5 warning signs that your DAM project is at risk. This is based on 18 years of talking with and working with hundreds of organizations on DAM projects. Avoid these 5 warnings and you'll be off to a much better start! Resources mentioned in this episode: DAM Operational Model - https://damopm…

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Making Citizen Science a Classroom Priority: Tools and Resources with Caroline Nickerson 52:03

2d ago52:03

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Engaging students through digital field experiences and technology. In this conversation, Caroline Nickerson discusses her dissertation on webinars and the effectiveness of a model called a digital field experience. She partnered with extension agents in different locations in Florida to test the model's effectiveness in teaching people about clima…

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It's Season 11 1:23

2d ago1:23

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Sidedoor returns for its eleventh season on Wednesday, September 18th!By Smithsonian Institution

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#110 Triumphs and tragedies, what was the best decade ever? 35:20

4d ago35:20

35:20

The "Expert Panel", Mitch, DT, and The Professor wonder. And when they dive into the data, the surprises fly! Catch up on all episodes, and view video clips and crazy pics of the whole gang at mitchwonders.com! And THANK YOU!

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Cross-curriculular science teaching using storytelling, technology, and Ai with Donnie Piercey 56:23

9d ago56:23

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Balancing technology and creativity for impactful student experiences. Donnie Piercey, an elementary school teacher and Kentucky Teacher of the Year, discusses his experiences and teaching methods. He emphasizes the importance of having male role models in the classroom and the impact it can have on students. Donnie also talks about the value of st…

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D. Paul Schafer on the need to shift from the Economic Age to the Cultural Age and his new book, The Great Cultural Awakening: Key to an Equitable, Sustainable and Harmonious Age 1:10:16

12d ago1:10:16

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Send us a text To learn more, please visit the World Culture Project and read about D. Paul Schafer's most recent book, The Great Cultural Awakening Show Notes: 0:00 Schafer quotes Gurte: “live in the whole , the good and the beautiful” 2:15 background 7:50 Ontario Arts Council 8:15 Arts Administration and Cultural Policy graduate program at York U…

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Teaching in the Age of AI: Adapting, Innovating, and Safeguarding with Dr. Faryal Shaukat and Dr. Selene Verhofstad 1:09:43

17d ago1:09:43

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AI's impact on education, ethical use, and collaboration. In this conversation, Dave speaks with Selene Verhofstad and Faryal Shaukat, experienced teachers who recently gave a talk at NSTA about AI in education. They discuss the use of AI in the classroom, the challenges and benefits it presents, and the importance of teaching students about AI and…

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Are Robots About to Level Up? 39:31

21d ago39:31

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Within just a few years, artificial intelligence systems that sometimes seem to display almost human characteristics have gone from science fiction to apps on your phone. But there’s another AI-influenced frontier that is developing rapidly and remains untamed: robotics. Can the technologies that have helped computers get smarter now bring similar …

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#108 A good decision is based on knowledge and not on numbers. 27:49

19d ago27:49

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Mitch, turning older at 62, is not impressed. But wonders, what ARE important numbers in our lives? Catch up to all episodes at mitchwonders.com and THANK YOU, MUCH LOVE FROM THE WHOLE MITCH WONDERS HERD! And prop. to our boy Plato for this weeks' title!

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Don Morrison Commentary: The Twilight of Race 3:28

22d ago3:28

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Don is an author, lecturer, member of The Berkshire Eagle’s Advisory Board, a commentator for NPR’s Robin Hood Radio, European editor of the British magazine Port, ex-Time Magazine editor, and a longtime part-time resident of the Berkshires.

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Don Morrison Commentary: I Wake Up Screaming 3:28

22d ago3:28

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Don is an author, lecturer, member of The Berkshire Eagle’s Advisory Board, a commentator for NPR’s Robin Hood Radio, European editor of the British magazine Port, ex-Time Magazine editor, and a longtime part-time resident of the Berkshires.

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Selecting the Perfect DAM for Your Organization 56:34

22d ago56:34

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Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Amy Rudersdorf, Director of Consulting Operations at AVP to talk about resources that she recently published focused on helping organizations select the right DAM, MAM, PIM, digital preservation solution, etc. for them. Amy has put almost a decade of expertise and experience performing and refining these projects at …

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Teaching with Technology: AI, Drones, and Real-World Problem Solving with Denise Renfro 1:06:12

29d ago1:06:12

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Engaging students through hands-on activities and innovative learning. Denise Renfro, from the Academy of Green Technology, discusses the hands-on approach to learning and the use of AI in the classroom. The Academy offers courses on sustainability, renewable energy, drones, and more. Denise emphasizes the importance of engaging students and encour…

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#107 Foods That Define the Lone Star State, Volume 1: TEXAS RED CHILI 27:36

26d ago27:36

27:36

I wonder if you knew, the Texas Legislature officially proclaimed chili as the state dish of the Lone Star State in 1977? Trust me, there’s more to it, and today we’re deep divinginto the devotion and the history of Texas Red. THE OG TEXAS RED RECIPE: https://www.insidehook.com/article/food-drink-texas/competition-style-texas-chili-recipe-no-beans…

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The Smithsonian Institution: The Importance of Informal Science Education with Shannon Baldioli 1:03:26

1M ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Museum insights and programs for teachers and students. The conversation between Dave and Shannon revolves around their visit to the National Air and Space Museum's Udvar-Hazy Center. They discuss their favorite exhibits and the awe-inspiring experience of seeing the massive aircraft and spacecraft up close. Shannon shares stories about the Corona …

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Social Media and the Subway 21:28

1M ago21:28

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There aren’t many portrait artists who get recognized on the street, but it happens to Devon Rodriguez all the time. After quietly honing his skill for a decade, Devon started posting videos of his live drawings of New York City subway commuters to social media. The videos took off, earning him some 50 million followers and placing portraiture in f…

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#106 Aging is a fact of life. Looking (or acting) your age is not! 27:09

1M ago27:09

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Send us a Text Message.Look, we're all getting older. But have you even wondered what the most impactful thing you can do to fight aging is? Today, Mitch and Fitness Guru, Mook, tell you!Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch a wee mor…

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Wasabi AiR and the Future of Object Storage with Aaron Edell 1:29:35

1M ago1:29:35

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Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Aaron Edell, SVP of AI at Wasabi to talk about the recently launched Wasabi AiR, AI, object storage, and more. Wasabi AiR is an innovative and strategic development in the DAMosphere that aims to change business as usual and push boundaries with what Aaron describes as redefining object storage. This is a fascinating…

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#105 Socrates Apology. How Not To Fear Death and Steps Toward Your Best Life! 27:21

1M ago27:21

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Send us a Text Message.Mitch goes remote (SPOILER: PUPPY ALERT!). Why you shouldn't fear death, and some great pointers on how to live your best life!Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch a wee morsel to support the merch store at Ven…

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Dr. Andres Guadamuz on IP in the AI Age: Exploring Copyright, Authorship, and Future Regulations 1:00:42

1M ago1:00:42

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Send us a text Show notes: 1:20 background and work in IP law and technology 2:20 blog article, “What can internet history teach us?” 3:25 IP issues emerging in the age of AI 5:10 inevitability of AI 6:40 global regulation of AI 8:25 Emily Gould - which body would handle global regulation of AI 11:00 Council of Europe’s adoption of first AI interna…

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Archiving the Underground 38:06

2M ago38:06

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Next up in our summer playlist, we bring you an episode of The Kitchen Sisters Present, a podcast featuring sound-rich stories ‘from the b-side of history.’ This one is a musical treat! The Kitchen Sisters delve into the story of the founding of the Hiphop Archive and Research Institute at Harvard by Dr. Marcyliena Morgan, Professor of African and …

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106. Last Call on 'The Streets of Old Milwaukee' 18:43

2M ago18:43

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I remember visiting – and loving – The Streets of Old Milwaukee exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum as a child. Opened in 1965, it’s an immersive space with cobblestone streets and perfect lighting that evokes a fall evening in turn-of-the-20th-century Milwaukee. The visitor experience isn’t peering into a diorama, it’s moving through a diorama,…

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#104 A gentleman would be ashamed should his deeds not match his words. 27:04

2M ago27:04

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Send us a Text Message.What is a gentleman, are the traits still valued today. Is it the “measure of a man”. And who are, in your mind, good examples. Today I’m joined by a special guest, you won’t meet a finer example. I’m proud to know him, call him a friend, and pick his brain on this subject.Today's episode title was courtesy of...wait for it..…

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Manage your DAM Expectations 10:23

2M ago10:23

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We're trying a couple of new things this episode. First, this episode will be around 10 minutes instead of 60 - 90 minutes. Let us know what you think about that at damright@weareavp.com. Second, after the intro from host, Chris Lacinak, the interviewer for this episode is Kerri Willette. Since doing this interview, Kerri has moved on to do wonderf…

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#103 Three Cords and the Truth, Mitch and Angie go to the Soul of Country Music 27:13

2M ago27:13

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Send us a Text Message.She's back! Angie and Mitch connect VA and TX to wonder about the lyrical double meanings and the true stories that make up country music, and why it's so special. And what's this? They sing too?!Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.r…

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Beyond the Hype: AI's Real Impact on K-12 Learning with Nancy Ruzycki 34:35

2M ago34:35

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Challenges, implications, rapid evolution and the future of Ai The conversation covers various topics related to AI and its impact on education. Nancy discusses the technology stack behind AI, the role of AI in education, the limitations of AI models, and the potential costs and implications of AI in the classroom. The conversation explores the lim…

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Rocket Man 40:53

2M ago40:53

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In the twentieth century, the jetpack became synonymous with the idea of a ‘futuristic society.’ Appearing in cartoons and magazines, it felt like a matter of time before people could ride a jetpack to work. But jetpacks never became a mainstream technology, leaving many to wonder…why? In this episode of 99 Percent Invisible, producer Chris Berube …

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#102 Generational Stress - Did Other Generations Worry About the Same Things We Do? 34:11

2M ago34:11

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Send us a Text Message.My buddy Gavin and I were wondering, did people across other generations worry about the same things that we do? The Professor and I dive in to the data!Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch a wee morsel to supp…

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AMPlify your digital assets with Jon Dunn & Emily Lynema 1:16:32

2M ago1:16:32

1:16:32

Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Jon Dunn and Emily Lynema from Indiana University to talk about the AMP project. AMP, which stands for Audiovisual Metadata Platform, was born out of a need at Indiana University to create metadata for hundreds of thousands of digitized assets. While AI was beginning to show great potential, there weren't platforms i…

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Intriguing STEM: Forensic Science, Pop Culture, and culturally relevant lessons with Kelly Knight 48:06

2M ago48:06

48:06

Multidisciplinary science, ethical considerations, AI impact, & career possibilities. In this conversation, Dave and Kelly discuss the realities of working in forensic science and the importance of understanding the potential trauma and ethical considerations involved. They also explore the evolving nature of science classrooms and the need for cul…

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#101 Tech Data Sharing Makes You as Private as a Goldfish in a Bowl. 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

Send us a Text Message.I think the "Goldfish in a Bowl" thing was used by some British royal, but you get the picture. How is tech. sharing our data so quickly, and extensively - and can we stop it?Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitc…

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Artist in Exile: Tetiana Cheprasova Shares About Her Work as a Witness of her Time 59:22

2M ago59:22

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Send us a text To learn more about Tetiana Cheprasova, please visit her page at Agency of Artists in Exile. Special thanks to Valentina Kostornichenko for acting as interpreter in this episode. Show Notes: 0:00 Tetiana Cheprasova's view of the war in Ukraine & interpreter Valentina Kostornichenko 1:30 Cheprasova's background and work in painting, p…

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Don Morrison Commentary: Didn’t See This Coming 3:26

2M ago3:26

3:26

Don is an author, lecturer, member of The Berkshire Eagle’s Advisory Board, a commentator for NPR’s Robin Hood Radio, European editor of the British magazine Port, ex-Time Magazine editor, and a longtime part-time resident of the Berkshires.

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Engaging Students: Interactive Simulations, AI, and Human Connection with Matt Blackman 1:13:47

3M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

Enhancing teaching with hands-on learning, data collection, and technology. The conversation between Dave and Matt covers various topics, including background noise, weather, simulations, teaching, data literacy, and the use of AI in the classroom. Matt discusses the benefits of simulations in teaching, the importance of hands-on activities, and th…

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A Giant Listening Project 25:26

2M ago25:26

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It’s been called ‘the most noble and absurd undertaking ever attempted by any state.’ During the height of the Great Depression, the U.S government hired out-of-work writers and laid-off reporters and sent them out to record the stories of all kinds of Americans. Called the Federal Writers’ Project, historians have called the program a giant “liste…

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#100 Mitch Turns 100! DT and The Professor Take the Reins! 35:38

3M ago35:38

35:38

Send us a Text Message.100th episode, holy cats. Can't thank y'all enough! And today, DT and The Professor take over the mic to grill Ol' Mitch!Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch a wee morsel to support the merch store at Venmo.com…

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DAM and Broadcast Archives with Brecht Declercq 1:19:52

3M ago1:19:52

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Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Brecht Declercq, Head of Archives at Radiotelevisione svizzera (RSI), Switzerland's Italian speaking public broadcaster. Brecht is also the President of FIAT/IFTA, an organization that describes itself as the world’s leading professional association for those engaged in the preservation and exploitation of broadcast …

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Don Morrison Commentary: I Hope This Finds You Well 3:19

3M ago3:19

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Don is an author, lecturer, member of The Berkshire Eagle’s Advisory Board, a commentator for NPR’s Robin Hood Radio, European editor of the British magazine Port, ex-Time Magazine editor, and a longtime part-time resident of the Berkshires.

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Connecting Content to Narrative: Tips for K-12 Teachers with Matt Brady 1:19:26

3M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Education challenges, technology, storytelling, pop culture, personalized teaching. In this conversation, Dave and Matt discuss various topics related to education, including the challenges faced by teachers, the impact of technology in the classroom, and the need for change in the education system. They also touch on the nostalgia for a simpler ti…

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#99 Mitch Wonders, The Mystery of the Cannibal Giants of Lovelock Cave 31:47

3M ago31:47

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Send us a Text Message.Giants have been discovered in Texas!!!Joined by podcast paranormal and Bigfoot experts, Mitch wonders about the origin, occupation, and SUPPOSED eradication of the Cannibal Giants of Lovelock Cave. Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/204143…

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Phenomena-Based Learning: Using curiosity and observation to create engaged classrooms 55:29

3M ago55:29

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Two instructional coaches share innovative teaching methods. Elizabeth and Kelly, science instructional coaches in a large school district in Texas, discuss their approach to science education. They emphasize the importance of phenomena-based learning and the integration of science and engineering practices. They explain how their district has been…

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The Lost Woolly Dog 41:07

3M ago41:07

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For thousands of years, fluffy white dogs could be found across the Pacific Northwest. Their exceptionally soft, crimpy hair was shorn like sheep’s wool, spun into yarn, and woven into blankets and robes by indigenous women who carefully tended them in communities across Coast Salish territory. But a hundred years ago, the woolly dog quietly vanish…

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#98 - Mitch and Son Ponder the Ups and Downs of a Bourbon Fan 29:16

3M ago29:16

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Send us a Text Message.He's back! Master distiller, and podcast favorite. Kellan and Mitch wonder, are the pluses and minuses of being a quality bourbon fan worth riding the wave? (Spoiler: it is!)Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch…

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DAM at the Smithsonian Institution 57:20

3M ago57:20

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Host Chris Lacinak is joined by Isabel Meyer, Director of Digital Platforms at the Smithsonian Institution. Isabel has been at the helm of digital asset management for the Smithsonian for over two decades. She has driven major transformation and evolution of the DAM operation in her time at the Smithsonian. This episode is a must watch/listen for a…

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Don Morrison Commentary: Is Paris Ready? 3:16

3M ago3:16

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Don is an author, lecturer, member of The Berkshire Eagle’s Advisory Board, a commentator for NPR’s Robin Hood Radio, European editor of the British magazine Port, ex-Time Magazine editor, and a longtime part-time resident of the Berkshires.

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