Best The Science Basement Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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4.12 Engineering hope: Cancer treatment & synthetic biology – w/ Nisa, Ardalan, Sujai & Rhiannon 45:09

8d ago45:09

45:09

Description: Cancer has long been one of the most formidable challenges in healthcare, with traditional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation often coming with severe side effects and limited effectiveness. But now, synthetic biology is offering new hope. By designing and engineering biological systems at the molecular level, researchers are p…

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Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, Explore Quality of Thoughts and Mind 3:02

6d ago3:02

3:02

Before you dive into a longer meditation, take a moment to check in with your mind. Where are you at right now? To ground yourself in the present, it can help to ask a few simple questions, ones that bring you into direct contact with what's unfolding inside you.Here's another question and touchpoint: What is the quality of you thoughts right now? …

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117 - What Should Pre-Construction Look Like? 43:23

6d ago43:23

43:23

After the boys were done taking jabs at each other, they each take this question and apply it to their fields: building (Jake), designing (Steve), and enclosure review (Pete). Much of the discussion centers on the cost and expectations that both building professionals and clients have or should set with each other. Another central theme is that pul…

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Autumn's Edge 03 Finding Space (and Colours) In The "Chaos" Of Your Mind 11:39

7d ago11:39

11:39

In this episode, I reflect on the experience of engaging in a 7-day meditation challenge, offering insights on the power of simple, short meditations and the universal struggle with meditation. I share personal experiences of how incorporating even brief, 1-minute meditations has led to greater consistency and depth in my practice this week. Drawin…

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Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, Explore Any Physical Sensations 3:02

7d ago3:02

3:02

Before you dive into a longer meditation, take a moment to check in with your mind. Where are you at right now? To ground yourself in the present, it can help to ask a few simple questions, ones that bring you into direct contact with what's unfolding inside you.Here's the next question: Are you experiencing any physical sensations? Pain, tightness…

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Make Sit Happen: Touch The Present Moment, What Are You Feeling? 3:01

9d ago3:01

3:01

Before you dive into a longer meditation, take a moment to check in with your mind. Where are you at right now? To ground yourself in the present, it can help to ask a few simple questions, ones that bring you into direct contact with what's unfolding inside you.Start with this: What are you feeling? Can you connect with that? It could be an emotio…

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Alex Leonidas - Energy Flux, Calisthenics, Best Curls, Vegan Gains 1:43:50

10d ago1:43:50

1:43:50

0:00- Intro 0:50- Home gym talk, gym crowds, etc. 8:00- Exercising on vacation 11:00- The concept of G-Flux / energy flux 15:30- Bulking up as an advanced lifter 24:50- Strength losses on a cut 33:00- Calisthenics 54:30- Vegan diet 1:02:00- Blood work and TRT 1:16:00- Saturated fat and cholesterol 1:24:00- Mistakes made by vegans 1:28:20- Barbell C…

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Is Hope Sus? Why Letting Go Might Just Set You Free 31:06

11d ago31:06

31:06

In this episode, we explore why hope, while seemingly positive, might actually be keeping you stuck. Drawing inspiration from the slang "sus" (popularized by the game Among Us), we’ll dive into how hope can sometimes feel like a trap—suspicious, even. With teachings from Pema Chödrön and Stephen Jenkinson’s Die Wise, we’ll uncover how clinging to h…

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Bash Bish Falls, Mt. Washington, Massachusetts 4:40

12d ago4:40

4:40

In this episode I'll introduce you to Massachusetts largest waterfall. Sit next to Bash Bish Falls and listen for 3 minutes. Listen. Notice. Love. Sit. Stay until the three minutes is up.By Alexander Smith | Mindfulness Teacher

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Autumn's Edge 01: Super Simple 7-Day Meditation Challenge 9:15

15d ago9:15

9:15

Welcome to Autumn's Edge. Let's start with a 7-day meditation challenge. Super simple suggestions in this episode! Start today and finish Thursday, October 3, 2024. The next few episodes will be guided meditation tracks, also called MAKE SIT HAPPEN. More resources for your meditation practice → https://www.viralmindfulness.com/guided-meditation-sta…

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Nicolas Verhoeven (Part 2) - Rancid Fish Oil, Xylitol Dangers, Medical Innovation 54:44

19d ago54:44

54:44

0:00- Intro 0:45- Fish oil and oxidation 18:50- Xylitol and Erythritol 28:00- Controlling for multiple variables 34:30- Rhodiola and stress 40:10- The future of medical innovationBy Dr. David Maconi

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116 - Special Guest: Daniel Glauser--Phius Core Revive Remodeler Extraordinaire 28:36

21d ago28:36

28:36

Daniel Glauser is the Executive Project Manager for Risinger Build in Austin, TX. And he really puts his money where his mouth is. This episode focuses on his deep energy retrofit of a 1977 home in Austin, TX, which will be certified per the Phius Core Revive program. And get this: this soup-to-nuts retrofit is being done while he, his wife, 3 kids…

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Nicolas Verhoeven (Part 1) - Saturated Fat, LDL and ApoB, Statins and PCSK9 Inhibitors 53:25

26d ago53:25

53:25

0:00- Intro 0:30- PhD process 8:00- Repetitiveness in expertise 14:40- Saturated fat, LDL, and ApoB 41:00- Statins, PCSK9 inhibitors 47:00- Human equivalent dosesBy Dr. David Maconi

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115 - Innovative or Alternative Foundation Materials & Systems 35:40

1M ago35:40

35:40

This week's podcast is a discussion about slab-less slabs AND some new projects in which Steve & Jake use alternative or innovative foundation materials or systems. The three boys get off on substantial tangents regarding the environmental profile of foundation materials and construction waste management but hold on: there are great resources below…

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4.11 Tackling scientific misinformation using iHealthFacts – w/ Paula, Rhiannon & Rose 53:47

1M ago53:47

53:47

Scientific misinformation is all around us. How can we tell fact from fiction when it comes to our health? Where can we find clear and credible sources of information to help us answer our questions? Join us in this week’s episode of The Science Basement podcast as Rhiannon and Rose learn all about iHealthFacts, a platform developed to do just that…

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Vigorous Steve - Finasteride, Fertility, Health Markers 1:10:30

1M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

0:00- Intro 1:00- Taking gear for events 4:00- Having enhanced guests on the podcast 10:00- Testing health markers while on a cycle 15:40- Finasteride 37:20- Fertility struggles 46:00- Adoption 51:30- Leo and Longevity update 56:30- the future of medicineBy Dr. David Maconi

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The Fifth Season 20:48

1M ago20:48

20:48

"In Chinese lore, the Fifth Season is late summer, when the glare is gone and only the color of things as they are can reach us. It takes all the seasons to become this bare. All the turmoil to be worn of edges. All the loss to hold on to nothing. All the seasons to wear our hands open. Landing here, I no longer want things. I only want moments. In…

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Brian DeCosta - Elite Genetics, High Volumes, What Motivates Top Athletes 1:05:39

2M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

0:00- Intro 0:30- Charity donation 1:30- Background on Brian 5:00- Genetics 10:30- What is truly impressive? 13:30- Is it harder to draw motivation as you become more successful? 18:00- Training with Mike Israetel and Jared Feather 19:30- High training volumes 21:30- Deloading and periodizing 25:00- Recovery and supplements 31:30- Social media and …

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"How Can We Possibly Be Joyful In A Moment Like This?" 28:27

2M ago28:27

28:27

Join me for an early morning cup of coffee next to a cozy campfire in Copake, New York. We'll discuss joy as an opportunity, even a "calling -- precisely in a moment like this" (Krista Tippett). My joy dances intimately with the pain, struggle and impermanence of modern life. Can you create space to hold joy while you're navigating difficulties? I'…

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114 - Getting Personal: Career-Defining Stories from Jake, Steve, and Pete 34:46

2M ago34:46

34:46

Steve and his "jamokes" (Jake & Pete) share moments that changed their careers. Especially interesting is that the term jamoke that Steve uses is most often associated with CarTalk host Ray Magliozzi in this quote: "If my brother and I proved one thing, it's that just about any jamoke can host a radio show." Wow, does that nail the three of us and …

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Q&A 14 (Ft. Abel Csabai) - Wasting Newbie Gains, Importance of Carbs, Extending Intensity Sets 1:41:38

2M ago1:41:38

1:41:38

0:00- Intro 1:30- Shin Splints 2:10- How far can you push myo-reps / rest-pause sets? 8:30- Supplements for joint pain 13:00- Advice for dental health 18:00- How important are carbs for hypertrophy? 27:20- Opinions on gymnastics rings for bodybuilding purposes 33:00- How to hit hamstrings at home? 35:20- Can you waste newbie gains? 40:30- What size…

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4.10 Fresh for Longer: How Packaging Extends Agri-Produce Shelf Life – w/ Kateřina, Rhiannon & Rose 36:48

2M ago36:48

36:48

Ever thought how your fruits and vegetables are transported from field to supermarket shelf? And how does packaging play its role in keeping produce fresh? Join us in this week’s episode of The Science Basement podcast as Rhiannon and Rose chat to Kateřina to learn all about her research into active packaging and its role in extending the shelf lif…

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195: Decoding Energy - Joanna Pilatowicz 1:19:21

2M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

Joanna Pilatowicz is a Polish author and an abstract artist, and for years she has assisted people in decoding and bringing back the lost parts of Self, using divination and working with ancestors to trigger permanent memories. She joins the hangout to tell us about her experiences and read what the tarots cards have to say about the guys. Check ou…

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Eric Helms + Steve Hall - Leaner Gains, Individual Fatigue, Supersetting 1:43:22

2M ago1:43:22

1:43:22

0:00- Intro 1:00- Taking gains from other muscle groups 7:00- Will untrained muscles hold back maximal growth of other muscles? 14:00- How are we tracking workouts? 18:00- Boostcamp 19:00- Future competition plans 26:00- Should anyone be bulking up for gains? 33:00- Dedicating oneself to purely bodybuilding 37:00- Rest pause vs drop sets vs straigh…

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112 - Confused spaces? Garages 28:10

3M ago28:10

28:10

Pete, confused? Pete takes the lead on garages and tries hard not to confuse Steve and Jake (not very successfully...). It's all about how garages are "conditioned" (heated, cooled, dehumidified, ventilated, and filtered) and just what uses the garage is designed for in comparison to the expectations homeowners have in terms of their use(s). Pete's…

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Pete Rubish - Regaining Muscle Drug Free, Ultra Running, Health Above All 1:16:04

3M ago1:16:04

1:16:04

0:00- Intro 2:00- Pete’s strongest lifts 5:30- Maintaining vs losing steroid gains 10:00- Total testosterone levels on TRT 17:00- What made Pete want to do ultra running 19:00- Stopping lifting after gear use 24:00- Mistakes made with 100 mile run 47:15- Age range of ultra runners 50:00- Did Pete actually maintain muscle from previous PED usage? 51…

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Basement Bodybuilding - Breaking Arm Plateaus, Backing Off Leg Training, Home Gyms 1:06:05

3M ago1:06:05

1:06:05

0:00- Intro 0:30- Hitting 18in arms 10:45- Progressive overload 12:20- What was done specifically to get to 18in arms 26:00- Exercise and rep selection 36:30- Should you train legs as hard as upper body? 46:00- Home gyms Basement Bodybuilding Channel: / @basementbodybuilding Basement Bodybuilding Instagram: / basement.bodybuilding Website and Coach…

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111 - Sills - Where Windows Meet Walls & Walls Meet Foundations 36:12

3M ago36:12

36:12

Listeners picked up on two places where perhaps Steve and Jake do not agree (can you imagine....?): Face-seal vs. Drained-rough-opening window/door installations and details at sill plates. After considerable "silliness" (that would be Steve's not Pete's pun...), Jake & Steve reconcile these apparent disagreements with lots of UnBuild It love for e…

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194: Not Fake News - 24 June 2024 1:09:37

4M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Since the guys were out getting their first few videos for their new grillin edition youtube channel ready, Donald Trump was convicted and Alex Jones had an on-air breakdown. If you have a story to tell, get in touch. ----------- Be a Basement VIP Buy us a beer! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-basement-hango…

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110 - Deciding Insulation Levels & Structural Implications of Floor Sheathing Fastener Type & Schedule 26:25

4M ago26:25

26:25

Great questions from our listeners! How do you determine the best insulation levels by climate (with the best being the greatest value)? Does adding screws (at some point during construction) make sense when using Advantech floor sheathing, adhesive, and ring shank nails? Pete's Resource(s): BSI-081: "Zeroing In" - https://www.buildinggreen.com/blo…

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109 - Clients - Can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em... 40:22

4M ago40:22

40:22

Client involvement is critical in any building project, but this can be a double-edged sword. We need our clients engaged and to manage their expectations, particularly given how much information/stuff is available online. The boys each give their perspective on the importance and the corralling required for client involvement. Pete's Resource(s): …

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4.9 Tiny Tech, Big Impact: The World of Biosensors – w/ Martin, Katja & Rhiannon 40:11

4M ago40:11

40:11

Have you ever wondered how a COVID-19 or flu test works? Or how these types of biosensors are made? Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of biosensors and uncover why these tiny devices are revolutionizing healthcare and technology. In this episode, we explore the critical role of biosensors in monitoring health, the profound impact of the…

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193: Not Fake News - 26 March 2024 1:11:02

4M ago1:11:02

1:11:02

The Trump trial (just prior to the guilty verdict), P Diddy, the border, and more. Check out our new YouTube channel: The Basement Hangout - Grillin' Edition If you have a story to tell, get in touch. ----------- Be a Basement VIP Buy us a beer! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-basement-hangout--4783268/suppo…

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The Music Will Save Us In The End 36:18

5M ago36:18

36:18

Behind the scenes of my Spring Piano Recital and Watercolour Series: Romance With Rainwater. Harvey Rose and John Harvey Cates pop in with a little audio fun from their garden in New City, NY. All things Alexander → viralmindfulness.com → Get your tickets for my recital next weekend. XXOO Yours Bluely…

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192: Not Fake News - 20 May 2024 1:23:08

5M ago1:23:08

1:23:08

The Trump trial; Russia; Chad's strange experiences; and some UFO videos. If you have a story to tell, get in touch. ----------- Be a Basement VIP Buy us a beer! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-basement-hangout--4783268/support.By The Basement Hangout

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Abel Q&A 13 (Ft. Abel Csabai) - Bulking on Fewer Meals, Exercise Frequency, Ab Progression 1:28:09

5M ago1:28:09

1:28:09

0:00- Intro 3:00- Where has Abel been? 12:00- How to lose weight 13:00- Is it really possible to bulk on 3 meals per day? 23:10- Is it better to have an A-B exercise selection or hit the same exercises every time? 35:20- Ab training and progression Abel's channel for part 2: • Stubborn pecs, rest-pause for unilate... Website and Coaching: https://b…

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108 - Basements as Living Conditioned Space 33:49

5M ago33:49

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How do you transform below-grade full foundations (also variously called pits, cellars, or basements and historically meant to be or tolerated as damp and cool and dark) into true living-conditioned spaces? We say add four continuous control layers, access to daylight and egress, thermal comfort, and good acoustics—make it a place to thrive as well…

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191: Dreamwork Session with Daniel Rekshan 1:44:52

5M ago1:44:52

1:44:52

Daniel Rekshan returns to listen to the guys' dreams and contemplate potential meaning. Check out the DSETI website Learn how to sleep, dream, and be well with Daniel's app Check out Daniel's books on Amazon If you have a story to tell, get in touch. ----------- Be a Basement VIP Buy us a beer! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak…

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Make Sit Happen: The Life Of A Garden 19:57

5M ago19:57

19:57

In this 20 minute guided meditation we'll explore a garden within your heart and mind's eye, as we simmer on the words of Maria Papova:"The life of a garden is a vivid reminder that anything of beauty and radiance takes time, takes care, takes devotion to seed and sprout and bloom, gardens have long been living cathedrals for the creative spirit.An…

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4.8 The first five days of embryo development: the key to IVF success – w/ Nina, Rhiannon & Rose 1:06:29

5M ago1:06:29

1:06:29

Ever wondered what happens within the first five days after conception? What genes are responsible for triggering the first few cell divisions of embryo development? And how can understanding this process lead to improved IVF success rates? Join this week's episode of The Science Basement podcast as Rhiannon and Rose chat to Nina Boskovic about her…

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LIVE from Taos, New Mexico, Part 2 Conversations On Fear 24:26

5M ago24:26

24:26

Kitty girls, squirrel friends and soul siblings! We just hit 20,000 downloads on the podcast. Thanks for the love! Are you ready to sashay your way along the trails with me? Honey, we're talking about Flagstaff, Arizona, and Santa Fe, New Mexico, serving you trail realness. As I make my pilgrimage to Taos, New Mexico, this episode is a journey pack…

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Dr. Stuart Phillips - Misguided Hypertrophy Ideas, Di- and Tripeptides, Protein Frequency 53:26

5M ago53:26

53:26

0:00- Intro 1:30- Misguided views on hypertrophy / metabolite training 9:30- Powerlifter vs bodybuilder physique 14:00- Protein frequency of dosing and type 23:00- Supplementing with amino acids 30:00- Collagen supplementation 43:40- Funding studies 46:00- Di- and tri-peptides in collagenBy Dr. David Maconi

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190: Not Fake News - 2 May 2024 51:56

5M ago51:56

51:56

Ukraine war aid funding approved; Biden's latest gaffe; the Trump trials; a new UFO sighting... Bob and Chad are on it. If you have a story to tell, get in touch with us. ----------- Be a Basement VIP Buy us a beer! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-basement-hangout--4783268/support.…

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107 - Steve's Mantras: Go Slow to Go Fast & Identify Problems BEFORE Moving to Solutions 31:41

5M ago31:41

31:41

It's funny that Steve, a very nuts-n-bolts guy, hosts this largely philosophical episode. But all three of us agree: Separate symptoms from causes—It's easy to get distracted or engrossed in symptoms, but the causes lead to solutions. Solutions come much easier if you first identify the problem(s). Step back to move forward. It's always tempting to…

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