Best Gym Bay Podcasts (2024)

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What happened when young people sued Hawai’i’s Department of Transportation? 3:58

4h ago3:58

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The two sides just reached a settlement that will have a major impact on the state's carbon emissions. The post What happened when young people sued Hawai’i’s Department of Transportation? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Gym, Tan, Laughaholics! Bonus episode with comedian Juli Polise 36:52

8h ago36:52

36:52

It's a bonus episode at Oddly Specific with comedian Juli Polise. A Jersey princess by birth and LA queen by choice Juli is making her own damn box (Thomas Markle) in the HollyWEIRD comedy scene. Learn about life with a famous influncer mom, why I'm envious of her First Holy Communion fit, and why you should come see us THIS Saturday, August 17th a…

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Should we use hydropanels to pull clean water out of thin air? 3:21

7d ago3:21

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A new technology promises to suck water vapor out of the air and turn it into water that we can drink. How do they work and are these worthy investments? The post Should we use hydropanels to pull clean water out of thin air? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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A More Perfect Union: Voting In the 2024 Election 47:18

13d ago47:18

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Once upon a time 55 land owning white guys decided how our country was going to vote and it wasn't a great plan. This week on Oddly Specific we welcome Kristin Foster and Jaylon Lambert from Get Loud Arkansas on to the podcast to talk about voting access in Arkansas and how their state has valuable lessons we should all be listening to. Digressions…

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Could we use gym equipment to make electricity? 3:17

15d ago3:17

3:17

Brown University's gym recently installed machines that turn kinetic energy into electricity. Could these machines put a dent in our energy needs? The post Could we use gym equipment to make electricity? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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What can organisms that changed the world teach us about climate change? 4:43

22d ago4:43

4:43

A new book by Possibly’s founder Stephen Porder titled Elemental: How Five Elements Changed Earth’s Past and Will Shape Our Future, explores the rare times in Earth’s past when organisms changed the world. Understanding how they did it might help us build a more sustainable future. The post What can organisms that changed the world teach us about c…

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How We Push Back Against Private Equity with Brendan Ballou 29:25

28d ago29:25

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One of the questions I often get is, what can we do to push back against private equity? My guest this week Brendan Ballou has more than a few concrete ideas. We discuss his book Plunder: Private Equity's Plan to Pillage America, the PE nursing home crisis, the waiver I had to get to pass college math, and SO much more. Follow Brendan on X Buy Plun…

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Are sewers the best way to deal with stormwater? 3:54

29d ago3:54

3:54

Paved surfaces like roads, sidewalks, and driveways send stormwater into our sewers, but engineering solutions that filter water through the ground can help keep our sewers and waterways clean. The post Are sewers the best way to deal with stormwater? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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How did the Narragansett Bay get so much cleaner? 3:39

1M ago3:39

3:39

During heavy rain, Providence's sewers used to get overwhelmed and dump untreated sewage into the Bay. But thanks to a project to increase the capacity of sewers, untreated sewage rarely makes it into our waterways anymore. The post How did the Narragansett Bay get so much cleaner? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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They're Playing (Better) Basketball, All Things WNBA with Shanteona Keys 54:19

1M ago54:19

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There are two things that are hot this summer, the concerning temperatures bearing down on the United States, and the WNBA. Both things many have tried to tell you about for years. This week on a surprise drop of Oddly Specific I welcome Shanteona Keys, a WNBA analyst, and host of my new favorite podcast Genuinely Curious. We chat alllll things WNB…

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Is climate change funny? 3:58

2M ago3:58

3:58

At Possibly we think a lot about how to make complicated climate science and policy easy to understand. And we’re not the only ones! Some comedians are playing an important role in re-thinking how we talk about climate change. The post Is climate change funny? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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Billionaire Bros and MySpace Woes 1:18:46

2M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

This is one for the ages, first I welcome Carrie Sun who worked in private equity and wrote the most compelling memoir about her experience. It's Devil Where's Prada meets Succession and we contemplate if unlimited yoga pants are worth not knowing peace. If you're dealing with burnout at work I think you will get a lot from this conversation. THEN …

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Despite the name, flushable wipes are not flushable 3:14

2M ago3:14

3:14

Despite what the packaging says, flushable wipes should never be flushed down the toilet! They can cause blockages in the sewer system and create all kinds of problems. Just toss ‘em in the trash instead! The post Despite the name, flushable wipes are not flushable appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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Are we close to 100% renewable energy? 4:19

2M ago4:19

4:19

For decades now, people have been installing solar panels, wind turbines and more to transition our energy to renewable sources – but we wondered, how’s it going? We turned to California's electric grid for answers. The post Are we close to 100% renewable energy? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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Chedder Bay Biscuits (Private Equity Edition) plus Sabrina the Teenage Witch 50:24

2M ago50:24

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Ok you little ROCK lobsters, you asked for a Red Lobster private equity deep dive and you're getting it. I welcome journalist Amy McCarthy (eater.com) who gives us a fantastic download on pe in fast casual dining and the future of Red Lobster. I then welcome media critic and fellow Meredith, Meredith Constant to get oddly specific with the series p…

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What are wilderness areas and why do they matter? 3:57

2M ago3:57

3:57

For decades wilderness areas have provided access and protection to millions of acres of land. Today, climate change is shifting how we think about the importance and management of these places. The post What are wilderness areas and why do they matter? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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What is Wilderness? 4:00

3M ago4:00

4:00

Last summer Possibly reporter Charlie Adams spent ten weeks on a conservation crew in the Bob Marshall Wilderness, a slice of northwest Montana spanning over one million acres. This got him wondering, what is “wilderness”? The post What is Wilderness? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Private Equity and Your Local Library, PLUS Was Claudia Kishi the Alpha of the Babysitters Club? 1:09:15

3M ago1:09:15

1:09:15

We're back! Libraries, we love them, we need them, so why are they the source of so much debate? We welcome Huntington Beach City Councilor Rhonda Bolton to discuss the book censorship that is upending their library and the move to potentially privatize the library services to a private equity backed company. Then we welcome stand up comedian and w…

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Why did I see a bunch of dead fish in the Providence River? 3:47

3M ago3:47

3:47

One Possibly listener wondered why she saw so many dead fish in the water last spring. Turns out it’s called a fish kill – which can happen when there isn’t enough oxygen in the water for fish to survive. The post Why did I see a bunch of dead fish in the Providence River? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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How can buses become a climate solution? 3:53

3M ago3:53

3:53

The transportation sector is the biggest contributor to greenhouse gasses in the U.S., and cars make up most of those emissions. So how can public transportation help reduce our emissions? The post How can buses become a climate solution? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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What Happens When Private Equity Takes Over Your Hospital? Plus Miss Hannigan, Evil Orphanage Proprietor or Burned Out Non Profit Employee? 51:59

3M ago51:59

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Oh my goodness, oh my goodness! This week we have Senator Elizabeth Warren talking all things private equity in particular the role of PE in healthcare facilities, it's an important conversation you won't want to miss. Then we welcome Laura Tretter (American Girl Women) for a LIVELY conversation about the musical Annie and an oddly specific series …

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How will Providence make its buildings carbon neutral? 8:39

3M ago8:39

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Providence has set the goal of being carbon neutral by 2050. And recently, the city government passed a new ordinance to help it meet that goal. The post How will Providence make its buildings carbon neutral? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Could we use a space umbrella to cool down the planet? 3:55

3M ago3:55

3:55

Literally blocking out the sun may sound extreme, but scientists are debating whether using dust particles to reflect sunlight away from the Earth could be a temporary solution if climate change gets out of control. The post Could we use a space umbrella to cool down the planet? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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How can I explain climate change to my friends and family? 4:33

4M ago4:33

4:33

Talking about climate change is never easy. Today, we get some tips from five experts on how to do it gracefully. The post How can I explain climate change to my friends and family? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Is it time to rethink Earth Day? 3:58

4M ago3:58

3:58

We’ve celebrated Earth Day in the United States for more than 50 years. Today, we’re taking a look at what made the first Earth Day in 1970 such a big deal, and whether the modern version needs a reboot. The post Is it time to rethink Earth Day? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Private Equity: A Crash Course plus Justice for Jessica (Simpson) 31:00

4M ago31:00

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Join TikTok sensation Meredith Lynch for the first episode of Oddly Specific! We welcome Michael Fenne (Private Equity Stakeholder Project) to give us a crash course on why we need to care about private equity. Later we are joined by Christina Catucci to discuss why John Mayer is perhaps just as dangerous as corporate greed. Notice the pod is ad fr…

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Introducing Oddly Specific with Meredith Lynch 1:00

4M ago1:00

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Oddly Specific is your new pop culture podcast hosted by TikTok sensation Meredith Lynch. Covering everything from climate change to the Kardashians, you won't want to miss a moment of Oddly Specific.By meredithcollabs

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Whose behavior really affects the water supply? 3:35

4M ago3:35

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Last week we learned that individuals’ home water consumption doesn’t really make a dent in the water supply, and the benefit of personal water conservation is saving energy. So, who does affect the water supply? And why should they conserve water? The post Whose behavior really affects the water supply? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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Why should I use less water in a wet state like Rhode Island? 3:24

4M ago3:24

3:24

Saving water might not seem all that important in a humid climate like Rhode Island. But actually, there are plenty of reasons why water conservation is always a good idea for people and the planet. The post Why should I use less water in a wet state like Rhode Island? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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What’s the best way to get rid of my food scraps? 3:30

5M ago3:30

3:30

Today, we’re taking a look at how we dispose of our food. Next time you’re scraping a plate, should that food go into compost, your sink disposal, or the trash? The post What’s the best way to get rid of my food scraps? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Do bottle bills work? 3:58

5M ago3:58

3:58

Today’s question comes from a listener here in Rhode Island. They’ve been following local efforts to start a deposit recycling program for bottles and cans like some other states have, and they’re wondering, do these incentive programs really work? The post Do bottle bills work? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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What does the future of natural gas look like in Massachusetts? 3:47

5M ago3:47

3:47

Natural gas is basically methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. States are looking for ways to use less of this energy source, and Massachusetts has a new plan to do just that. The post What does the future of natural gas look like in Massachusetts? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Can we harness electricity from Electric Eels? 3:42

5M ago3:42

3:42

At Possibly, we’re always thinking about ways to generate renewable energy, so when a listener wrote in asking if electric eels could be the next clean energy solution, we got curious! The post Can we harness electricity from Electric Eels? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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How do I Recycle Damaged Clothes or Fabric? 3:46

6M ago3:46

3:46

With spring cleaning right around the corner, we’re looking into ways you can keep your damaged fabrics out of the landfill. The post How do I Recycle Damaged Clothes or Fabric? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Why are we replanting the Atlantic Forest? 3:59

6M ago3:59

3:59

Today, we’re traveling to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil, the second largest rainforest in Brazil— behind the Amazon Rainforest. Today it stands at just 10% of its original size, but hopefully that’s changing. Governments and nonprofits are working to replant trees to return it to its former size. The post Why are we replanting the Atlantic Forest? …

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Is cultivated meat coming to your plate? 3:48

6M ago3:48

3:48

Red meat creates a lot of greenhouse gas emissions. But, if you haven’t given up hamburgers, you’re not alone. So scientists are trying another approach - lab-grown meat. The post Is cultivated meat coming to your plate? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.By Ashley Junger, Fatima Husain and Megan Hall

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Why are we still worried about lead? 3:34

6M ago3:34

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Lead paint and leaded gasoline haven’t been used in American homes or cars in nearly 30 years. But the impact of using these pollutants can still be felt today. The post Why are we still worried about lead? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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How can oyster shells be recycled? 3:26

7M ago3:26

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Oyster shells can be more than just a waste product! States up and down the East Coast have begun to develop programs to recycle oyster shells, putting them back into the water to develop sustainable wild reefs. The post How can oyster shells be recycled? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Can I trust the solar panel companies that knock on my door? 3:59

7M ago3:59

3:59

Recently, I’ve had a lot of people knocking on my door, trying to sell me solar panels. It happened just last week! I wanted to find out if they are legit. The post Can I trust the solar panel companies that knock on my door? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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How does Rhode Island’s new community choice aggregation program work? 3:51

7M ago3:51

3:51

Today, we’re taking a look at Rhode Island’s new energy program, community choice aggregation, and unpacking what it means for consumers. The post How does Rhode Island’s new community choice aggregation program work? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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How do we convince people to make climate-conscious decisions? 3:56

7M ago3:56

3:56

I’ve learned so many great sustainability tips during my time at Possibly! But often I find it hard to convince my friends to change their habits, and even I sometimes end up forgetting to unplug my electronics or leaving my reusable grocery bags at home. So I was wondering, are there research-based ways to boost sustainable behaviors? The post How…

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Our resolutions for 2024 3:58

8M ago3:58

3:58

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall. As we head into a new year, our Possibly team decided to think about all of our episodes, and how they might inspire our resolutions […] The post Our resolutions for 2024 appe…

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Can we use the ocean as an energy source? 3:47

8M ago3:47

3:47

At the beach, we’re supposed to watch out for strong tides. Our oceans are powerful places. Could they also be power sources? The post Can we use the ocean as an energy source? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Should I wrap my presents in fabric or paper? 3:23

8M ago3:23

3:23

Today, we have a question from a listener named Susan. She wants to know about gift wrapping: “Is it better for the environment to wrap Christmas gifts in fabric you can use over again rather than paper?” The post Should I wrap my presents in fabric or paper? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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What does the future of natural gas look like in Rhode Island? Part 2 3:38

8M ago3:38

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Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall. Today, we’re continuing our coverage of the future of energy in Rhode Island. Since the state burns too much natural gas to reach net-zero by […] The post What does the futur…

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What does the Future of Natural Gas Look Like in Rhode Island? Part 1 1:03

9M ago1:03

1:03

It’s getting colder, and a lot of people are turning on their furnaces. Many of those run on “natural” gas, which is basically methane, a potent greenhouse gas. So, what do we do about these emissions? The post What does the Future of Natural Gas Look Like in Rhode Island? Part 1 appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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What’s happening at the world’s largest climate conference this year? 1:03

9M ago1:03

1:03

The world’s largest annual climate conference will be happening for the 28th time in Dubai from the end of November to mid December. We break down what the conference has accomplished thus far, some issues it often faces, and what’s on the docket for this winter. The post What’s happening at the world’s largest climate conference this year? appeare…

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What’s it like at an electric car race? 1:05

9M ago1:05

1:05

What happens when a car racing fan and the host of Possibly try to find an event that appeals to both of them? Enter Formula E. The post What’s it like at an electric car race? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.

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Should I be worried about microplastics in Narragansett Bay? 0:59

9M ago0:59

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Today, we’re talking about a new study from the University of Rhode Island about microplastics in the Narragansett Bay. We look into what the findings mean for Rhode Islanders and the Bay. The post Should I be worried about microplastics in Narragansett Bay? appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio.…

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