Best University of California, Davis Podcasts (2024)

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Fall Allergies 14:20

3h ago14:20

14:20

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode, I am going to talk about fall allergies. The rise in pet parents looking for solutions to help their pets, particularly dogs, with a rise in allergy symptoms is quite significant. So, get comfy and let's see if I can give some tips and offer some help. Pleas…

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California Communities Fighting Climate Change 9:08

19h ago9:08

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Learn about the California Transformative Climate Communities Program by taking a journey with UCLA into three communities - Fresno, Ontario and Watts - leading comprehensive, collaborative, equitable, and innovative climate action that changes lives. [Science] [Show ID: 40150]By UCTV: UC Los Angeles

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Norikura: Japan's First Zero Carbon National Park with Ogawa Yui / Norikura Zero Labo 43:26

4d ago43:26

43:26

In Episode 36 of the podcast we head into the North Alps – Japan’s highest mountain range – and onto Norikura. Standing 3026 metres / 9927 feet above sea level, Mount Norikura or Norikuradake is one of the highest peaks in North Alps, a volcanic mountain which straddles the border of Nagano and Gifu Prefectures. It is here, in the village below the…

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Spotlight - The Scottish Wildcat 18:18

7d ago18:18

18:18

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode, I am moving away from domestic pets as I would like to highlight a a much-endangered cat called the Scottish Wildcat. I have mentioned the Scottish Wildcat in other episodes but I think this cat and the efforts to save it from extinction is extremely worthy o…

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In conversation with Dawn Bratsch-Prince, Iowa State University 32:03

15d ago32:03

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Dr. Dawn Bratsch-Prince is Associate Provost for Faculty at Iowa State University, which includes her oversight of the Office of Institution Research, the ISU Ombuds Office, and the ISU ADVANCE Program. She is also a founding member of the Committee on Faculty Affairs (CFA) at APLU. “We can hire fantastic representative faculty from all 50 states, …

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Shiga Kogen Highlands: A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with Photographer & Nature Guide Yokota Shinji 47:27

18d ago47:27

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Episode 35 of the podcast takes us to Shiga Kogen Highlands in Nagano Prefecture. Declared a UNESCO Biopshere Reserve in 1980, Shiga Kogen is an alpine landscape which includes major peaks such as Mount Shiga and Mount Kusatsu-Shirane – one of Japan’s most active volcanoes – renowned for its biodiversity, wetlands and distinct seasonal beauty. In t…

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The Way Of Life Method - Part 2 1:01:06

21d ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode, I continue talking with Souha Ezzedeen, author of The Way of Life Method. Souha is a talented dog trainer with an innovative and creative method of raising our dogs to be sound and spirited companions. So, again, get out those notebooks as I speak with Souha …

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From Dream to Reality: Owning Your Own Ski Lodge in Japan Pt.2 with Dan Solo / Snowball Japan 44:40

1M ago44:40

44:40

This is the second half of Episode 34 of the podcast, my chat with Dan Solo of Snowball Japan. Originally from Australia, Dan and his wife Andy first travelled to Japan more than 20 years ago and fell in love with life in the snow country. They set themselves to one day run their own ski lodge, a dream that came to fruition when they opened Snowbal…

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The Way Of Life Method - Part 1 48:24

1M ago48:24

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Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. On this episode I have the great pleasure of speaking with Souha Ezzedeen, author of The Way of Life Method. Souha is a very talented dog trainer with an innovative and creative method of raising our dogs to be sound and spirited companions. So, get out those notebooks as I s…

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Mengapa Perlu Sales Mentor? 3:57

2M ago3:57

3:57

Tanggal 13 Agustus 2024, saya bersama pak Fajri, akan mengadakan Certified Sales Mentor. untuk apa kelas ini diadakan? simak penjelasan saya. Jika ingin mendaftar anda bisa ke bit.ly/SalesMentorB2B

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From Dream to Reality: Owning Your Own Ski Lodge in Japan Pt.1 with Dan Solo / Snowball Japan 49:47

1M ago49:47

49:47

In Episode 34 of the podcast we head to Madarao Mountain Resort in Nagano to speak with Dan Solo of Snowball Japan. Originally from Australia, Dan and his wife Andy first travelled to Japan more than 20 years ago and fell in love with life in the snow country. They set themselves to one day run their own ski lodge, a dream that came to fruition whe…

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Episode 29 - Collaborative Eye Care 19:10

1M ago19:10

19:10

Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD welcomes Dr. Justin Schweitzer OD from Vance Thompson Vision in Sioux Falls, SD to discuss co-management of keratoconus patients. Dr. Schweitzer notes he practices in a tertiary eyecare setting, and local optometrists regularly refer patients for testing, treatment, or surgery. Dr. Schweitzer acts as the condu…

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Should you allow pets to sleep in your bed? 14:11

2M ago14:11

14:11

Hi everyone and welcome to Val Talk’s Pets. Question... Do you let your dog, cat or both, sleep in your bed? Many pet parents do, but it is surprising how often the question "Should you allow pets to sleep in your bed?" is asked. Snuggle up with your fur baby, and let’s find out. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss …

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Kamikochi: A Snow Country Stories Japan Travel Guide 41:00

2M ago41:00

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Episode of 33 of the podcast takes us into Japan’s highest mountain range and into the beautiful alpine valley of Kamikochi. Part of the wider Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is a 16 kilometre / 10 mile valley which follows the beautiful Azusa River and bookended by two famous mountains – Mount Hotaka and Yakedake. With an average elevation …

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Episode 28 - Contact Lens Questions 19:07

2M ago19:07

19:07

Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD checks in with Dr. Karen DeLoss OD of the Kellogg Eye Center at University of Michigan and reads questions collected from keratoconus patients. Dr. DeLoss offers some brand name solutions that she recommends and cautions that not all solutions work for all lenses. She reveals she quizzes her patients on their …

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Dog Fears And What To Do 22:21

2M ago22:21

22:21

Hi everyone and welcome to Val Talk’s Pets! In this episode I am going to go through the main things that scare dogs, and what you can do to help your four-legged friend. So, grab your fur baby, snuggle up and let's get started. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't fo…

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Namahage: They're Coming for the Children, with Dr Michael Dylan Foster / University of California Davis 49:12

2M ago49:12

49:12

Episode 32 of the podcast takes us to the north of Japan, into the snow country of Akita Prefecture and onto Oga Peninsula. Jutting out from the Japanese main island and into the Sea of Japan, Oga Peninsula is wild and beautiful, a place of rustic villages and lurking wonders; and it is here, in Oga that we encounter the fearsome ‘Namahage’ – mythi…

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Episode 27 - Debunking KC Myths 18:53

2M ago18:53

18:53

Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD explodes some myths with crosslinking expert Dr. William Trattler MD, of the Center for Excellence in Eye Care in Miami. He shares that patients with extremely thin corneas can be successfully crosslinked if the surgeon makes some adjustments in the treatment protocol. While most crosslinked patients will not …

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10 Questions People Ask About Guinea Pigs 18:10

3M ago18:10

18:10

Hi everyone and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode, I am going to have a look at the top 10 Questions People Ask About Guinea Pigs. If you are thinking about getting one or two, then this episode is for you. So, grab a coffee and let’s get into the world of Guinea Pigs. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that …

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In conversation with Dr. Susan Carlson, University of California, Davis 31:01

3M ago31:01

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Dr. Susan Carlson is Professor Emerita, University of California, Davis and Vice Provost Emerita, UC Office of the President, where she served in the role of Vice Provost from 2010 to 2022. Prior to joining UC, Dr. Carlson was Associate Provost for Faculty Advancement and Diversity for almost 10 years at Iowa State University. “You’re changing cult…

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Understanding Atmospheric Rivers 49:19

3M ago49:19

49:19

Over the last two winter seasons atmospheric rivers have impacted California and the west with extreme precipitation and the cascading consequences of these events. The meteorology that causes atmospheric rivers is complex, but scientists at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) are working to help better predict them and underst…

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The Artist is in Residence: Design, Gastronomy & New Tradition of an Artisanal Ski Chalet with Liam Mugavin / A.I.R. Myoko 45:44

3M ago45:44

45:44

In Episode 31 of the podcast we head to Akakura Onsen in Myoko Kogen to speak with design maker Liam Mugavin. Originally for Australia, Liam is the cofounder of A.I.R. Myoko – a ski in, ski out chalet which combines design, gastronomy and other artisanal influences to offer a different type of experience when it comes to ski accommodation in Japan.…

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Cat Domestication 19:58

3M ago19:58

19:58

Hi everyone, and welcome to this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. How did cats become pets? In this episode, I will dive into the history of cat domestication. So, snuggle in with your fur baby and let’s get to it. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Re…

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Oze National Park with Outdoor Guide Iida Taka / Nozawa Onsen Tours 40:45

3M ago40:45

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In Episode 30 of the podcast I speak with outdoor guide Iida Taka about Oze National Park. Straddling four prefectures of the snow country – Gunma, Niigata, Fukushima and Tochigi – Oze National Park is relatively small at 373 squared kilometres however its smaller size is in fact one of its attractions. Known for its lakes, wetlands, moors and mars…

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What To Do With Your Pets When You Go On Vacation 14:19

4M ago14:19

14:19

Hi everyone and welcome to Val Talks Pets! Are you wondering what to do with your pets when you go on vacation? Well, I’ve got the answers, so let’s get to it. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate and Review each episode that you find helpful/educationa…

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The Sake, Sushi & Story of a Snow Country Port City with Jenya Yuss / Edge of Niigata 38:41

4M ago38:41

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In Episode 29 of the podcast we return to Niigata Prefecture and onto Niigata City to speak with Jenya Yuss. Jenya works for Edge of Niigata, a travel company based in Niigata City and operating tours and experiences in the city and wider prefecture. As such she’s an ideal person to introduce to the story and the reasons to visit Niigata. When Japa…

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Common Dog Myths - The Story Behind Them 22:22

4M ago22:22

22:22

Hi everyone, thanks for joining me! There are a lot of misconceptions about dogs, and having our heads filled with what could be nonsense isn't helpful. In this episode of Val Talks Pets, I’ll uncover the story behind common dog myths. So let’s dive right into these myths and separate fact from fiction! Please remember to follow or subscribe to ens…

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In conversation with Lisa Sullivan, Mount Holyoke College 26:38

4M ago26:38

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Dr. Lisa Sullivan is Provost and Dean of Faculty, Mount Holyoke College, and has been in her role since July 2022. She previously served for six years as Vice President for Academic Affairs and the R. Michael Shanahan Dean of the Faculty at Harvard Mudd College, as well as a Professor of Economic History. “The opportunity to hear those different vo…

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Capturing the Landscapes & Seasons of the Snow Country: The Photography of Mark Davis 42:18

4M ago42:18

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In Episode 28 of the podcast I speak with Mark Davis, a Tokyo-based landscape photographer whose work focuses on the natural environments of Japan. Mark’s photography takes him into many areas of regional Japan with a particular interest in the snow country and its varied seasons. As such, his photography tells a more complete story of the snow cou…

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California Against the Sea: Reflections on Communicating Sea Level Rise 59:55

4M ago59:55

59:55

Join Los Angeles Times environment reporter and author of the new book California Against the Sea Rosanna Xia and Scripps Institution of Oceanography coastal resilience specialist Laura Engeman for a discussion on communicating the science and impacts of sea-level rise and California’s changing relationship with the ocean. Engeman will also discuss…

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Exotic Pet Ownership 20:41

5M ago20:41

20:41

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. In this episode I want to explore the topic of exotic pet ownership. How many of you have heard of someone or you are someone, who owns a Bearded Dragon for example, or a Ball Python or a Sugar Glider? These and quite a few more are considered, exotic pets. The question I fee…

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Episode 26 - The LensBase Inventor 19:18

5M ago19:18

19:18

Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD visits with Mark Morarie, inventor of The LensBase, a useful device that helps patients insert scleral lenses. Mark remembers receiving the keratoconus diagnosis after his near perfect vision declined. His vision improved with scleral lenses, but he struggled with applying his lenses. Over several years, he ti…

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Tsuruoka, Yamagata: Japan's Best Food Destination, You've (Probably) Never Heard Of with Alexis Crump 43:30

5M ago43:30

43:30

Episode 27 of the podcast takes us back to Yamagata Prefecture and onto Tsuruoka, a city known for its diverse and rich traditional food culture. In 2014 Tsuruoka was designated a UNESCO ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ in recognition of that food culture including continued agricultural practices and use heirloom crops and wild plants foraged in the …

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Vaccines For Dogs 12:27

5M ago12:27

12:27

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Well last episode I looked at vaccines for cats. In the interest of fairness this episode is, you guessed it, Vaccines For Dogs. Let’s get at it! Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to …

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In conversation with Dr. Beau Breslin, Skidmore College 34:48

5M ago34:48

34:48

Dr. Beau Breslin is Professor of Government at Skidmore College, where he has spent most of career and held the position Dean of Faculty and Vice President for Academic Affairs between 2011-2018. “You have to be a good listener. You have to be empathetic. These are the things that build credibility and build political capital.” Dr. Breslin shares h…

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: A Snow Country Stories Japan Travel Guide 34:27

5M ago34:27

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Episode 26 of the podcast transports us along one of the snow country’s most popular destinations – the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Located in Chubu Sangaku National Park, the Alpine Route is a popular sightseeing route that transports visitors across Japan’s highest mountain range – the Kita Alps or North Alps. It takes a series of mountain tran…

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An Exploration Of Cat Vaccines 22:51

6M ago22:51

22:51

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Have you ever wondered what your cat was being vaccinated for? I have. So together, let’s go on an exploration of cat vaccines and find out. Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never miss an episode. To really help the show, please don't forget to Rate a…

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Episode 25 - Social Media Influencer 15:33

5M ago15:33

15:33

Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD spends some time with Ash Arellanes, digital content creator and enthusiastic KC advocate. Ash shares her journey of vision loss until she finally was diagnosed with keratoconus. She remembers how she experienced relief to finally have an answer along with confusion and loneliness of having a condition she kne…

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Daisetsuzan: Japan's Largest National Park with Richard Smith / Adventure Hokkaido 43:30

6M ago43:30

43:30

Today's episode - Episode 25 of the podcast - kicks off Season 3 as we make our way north to Hokkaido and onto Japan’s largest national park, Daisetsuzan. Established in 1934, Daisetsuzan National Park is known for its alpine landscapes, abundant flora and fauna, and seasonal beauty including its deep snow of winter. For many, Daisetsuzan is the cr…

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Hold Fast: Envisioning Climate Change through the Art and Science of our Local Giant Kelp Forests 47:49

6M ago47:49

47:49

Southern California’s giant kelp forests are ecosystems that are potentially vulnerable to the region’s warming waters, but unlike terrestrial forests, changes in these underwater ecosystems are largely invisible to most of us. Join biologist Mohammad Sedarat and artist Oriana Poindexter in an exploration of their collaboration on the aquarium’s ne…

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In conversation with Dr. John Zomchick, University of Tennessee, Knoxville 31:57

6M ago31:57

31:57

Dr. John Zomchick is Provost at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, the state’s flagship university. Dr. Zomchick came to the university in 1985. He has held the role of Provost since 2020, and previously served as Provost for Faculty Affairs, Interim Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor. "We have to make choices about where our resources go, but…

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The Cats and Dogs Trivia Challenge 16:42

6M ago16:42

16:42

Hi everyone and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets. Today’s episode is all about fun, and your knowledge of cats and dogs. Of which, I'm betting you know more than you think you do. So get those thinking caps on and keep score if you like as we do The Cats and Dogs Trivia Challenge. Please remember to follow or subscribe to en…

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In conversation with Dr. Nicolle Parsons-Pollard, Georgia State University 26:06

6M ago26:06

26:06

Dr. Nicolle Parsons-Pollard is the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Georgia State University. Appointed to this role in February 2023, she previously served as Interim Provost and Georgia State’s Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs. “I've been a faculty member for decades and I really do believe in shared governance — it…

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Announcement: Season 3 of Snow Country Stories Japan Begins Tuesday 2nd April 2:14

6M ago2:14

2:14

Season 3 of Snow Country Stories Japan begins on Tuesday 2nd April 2024. In the coming season we’ll be exploring the snow country in spring and summer before heading into the beauty of autumn, starting with Japan’s largest national park, Daisetsuzan. Considered by many as the most impressive of Japan's 34 national parks, Daisetsuzan occupies a vast…

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Episode 24 - Insights from a Patient/Scientist 23:21

6M ago23:21

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Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD welcomes colleague Dr. Jason Marsack PhD from the University of Houston, where his lab is engaged in correcting higher order aberrations. Dr. Marsack shared his story of a keratoconus diagnosis while a college student and his vow to apply his engineering skills to improving the vision of others. He and Dr. Bar…

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Why Are Some Cats Picky Eaters 20:14

7M ago20:14

20:14

Hi everyone, and thanks for joining me on this episode of Val Talk’s Pets! In this episode I’m going to venture into another question that I often get about cats. And that is "Why are some cats picky eaters?". So let's snuggle down with your fur baby while we discuss that very thing! Please remember to follow or subscribe to ensure that you never m…

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Episode 23 - Recollections of Carl Domke 16:50

6M ago16:50

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Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD chats with Carl Domke of McKinney, Texas. Carl is the winner of the 2023 World KC Day Photo Contest with a photo collage that celebrates improved vision with contact lenses. The 80-year old photographer shared what it was like to be diagnosed with KC in 1959 and how, as a high school sophomore, he was given co…

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Bonus Episode: Talking Spring in the Snow Country on the Lost Without Japan Podcast 22:03

7M ago22:03

22:03

Snow Country Stories Japan is currently on a break between seasons. I’ll announce the return date as soon as possible. In the meantime, this bonus episode features a clip of my recently published interview on the Lost Without Japan podcast. Lost Without Japan is a bi-weekly podcast focused on listeners planning their first trip to Japan or for thos…

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How to Get Big Oil to Take Climate Change Seriously 28:31

7M ago28:31

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What role do oil companies have in tackling climate change? In this program, Paasha Mahdavi, Assistant Professor of Political Science at UC Santa Barbara, talks about the challenge of getting big oil to take climate change seriously. Mahdavi's research broadly explores comparative environmental politics and the political consequences of natural res…

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Episode 22 - Tips & Tricks from Wellness Advocate 20:25

7M ago20:25

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Clearly KC host Dr. Melissa Barnett OD meets up with Myeisha Essex of Los Angeles to discuss tips, tricks and hacks to simplify life with keratoconus. Myeisha shares her KC journey from diagnosis during graduate school to her career as an entertainment journalist. Her eye doctor convinced Myeisha to refocus on her vision health, and she left long d…

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