Each week we bring you a new, in-depth exploration of the space where science and society collide. We’re committed to the idea that making an effort to understand the world around you though science and critical thinking can benefit everyone—and lead to better decisions. We want to find out what’s true, what’s left to discover, and why it all matters.
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Thanks to technology, we live in a world that becomes more interconnected every day, and as we grow closer, we not only see our similarities, but we also see the unique needs of people in every corner of the globe. So, the question begs to be asked, how can we use the very innovations that have brought us together to also serve the different needs of people around the world? In Money Travels, we’ll journey across the continents exploring the nuances of real-time payments from place to place ...
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Science + Technology Podcast for the Lifelong Learner
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Cadence is a podcast about music: how it affects your brain, your life, and the community in which you live. Join our host, cognitive neuroscientist and classically trained opera singer Indre Viskontas while we talk to scientists, musicians, musicologists, and composers to find answers to some of the biggest questions still surrounding the intersection of music and science. How much can we learn about the mind with music as the lens?
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This is a show for curious parents to explore pathways to greater potential, both for themselves and their children. Each episode we'll explore topics with respected guests that relate to character development, creativity and well-being.
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Thrive: Maximizing Well-Being in the Age of AI with Ravi Bapna
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Indre sits to chat with co-author of "Thrive: Maximizing Well-Being in the Age of AI" and chair of business analytics at the University of Minnesota, Ravi Bapna, to explore the complex relationship between artificial intelligence and society. They talk about the potential benefits and risks of AI and how we need to be aware and balance both narrati…
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433: Sophie Scott-Brown | Everyday Anarchy, Non-conformism, Hierarchies, And More
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In this episode of The Armen Show, Professor Sophie Scott-Brown discusses her journey into anarchism, exploring its relevance in contemporary society. She emphasizes the importance of questioning authority, the role of individual agency, and the need for curiosity in human interactions. The conversation delves into the qualities of non-conformists,…
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How Small Businesses Are Making Big Money Moves
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Welcome to the final episode of Money Travels season 2. Small and mid-size businesses are among the main drivers of employment growth and change, especially in parts of the world that involve developing countries. There, their economies are mainly powered by SMBs, and SMBs are often the catalysts for innovation. So, what are their unique needs in t…
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When Gaming Becomes Income: Money Movement’s Next Play
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In this episode, we explore the state of the gaming industry and where it's headed by talking to Brad Foxhoven, CEO of EverGame Media, and Matt Story, VP @Visa Global Brand Partnerships & Advocacy. This conversation gets into how creators are engaging in the online gaming space and how online gaming platforms are providing opportunities for individ…
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432: Emeran Mayer & Amanda Doubleday | Exploring The Mind-Gut-Immune Connection
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How important is the link between the mind, gut, and our immunity? How does food impact the connection that these parts have? In this episode, endocrine and general surgeon Dr. Amanda Doubleday joins myself, host Armen Shirvanian, to discuss topics in relation to The Mind-Gut-Immune Connection: Understanding How Food Impacts Our Mind, Our Microbiom…
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Living on Earth: Forests, Corals, Consciousness, and the Making of the World with Peter Godfrey-Smith
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In this episode of Inquiring Minds, Indre Viscontis sits down with Peter Godfrey-Smith, Professor of History and Philosophy of Science at the University of Sydney and author of Living on Earth: Forests, Corals, Consciousness, and the Making of the World. Peter takes us on an enthralling journey through the evolution of culture and its impact on con…
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Keeping Up with Foreign Exchange in Real Time
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Timing when to exchange money from one currency to another is something we've probably all experienced. Domestic payments are getting faster and cheaper in many countries. The challenge now is to link those systems together and make cross-border payments as fast and as seamless as the best domestic systems to meet customer expectations for fast mon…
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Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves with Nicola Twilley
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Did you know that many apples sold in stores are nearly a year old by the time you get to buy them? Indre sits down once again to talk with science journalist and non-fiction author and co-host of the award-winning Gastropod podcast, Nicola Twilley, about a project she has been passionately working on for the last 15 years, her new book “Frostbite:…
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Rise of the Creator Economy & Creator Led Businesses
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In this episode we explore the creator economy which continues to grow rapidly. This growth represents an opportunity for money movement businesses, but it also presents some unique challenges. To take us into this rapidly evolving landscape, we'll talk to Eric Wei and Will Kim co-founders at Karat Financial, a bank built for the creator economy. W…
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Beyond the Piggy Bank: Financial Literacy for Kids & Adults
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Welcome to Money Travels, presented by Visa. Years into the FinTech revolution, many people still struggle with money management and learning how to use all these new tools at their fingertips and with money going digital in many instances, how do we teach our kids who really benefit from a tangible environment, financial literacy? In this episode,…
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How Online Gaming Money Movement Is Leveling Up
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In this episode we explore the explosion of the online platforms for gaming, and the challenges and opportunities that they present for money movement. From dealing with evolving regulations to the vast differences and payout amounts, and the critical importance of speed, the online gaming space is a hotbed of innovation and growth. To explore this…
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The Most Delicious Poison with Noah Whiteman
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Indre welcomes evolutionary biologist and UC Berkeley professor, Noah Whiteman unto the Inquiring Minds Show to delve into the world of nature’s toxins and Whiteman’s new book. "Most Delicious Poison: The Story of Nature's Toxins from Spices to Vices.” explores the adaptations that have enabled various organisms to not only survive but thrive in en…
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Revealing the Secrets of Supercommunicators with Charles Duhigg
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In this intriguing episode, Indre chats with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and renowned author of The Power of Habit and Smarter, Better, Faster, Charles Duhigg, to discuss his latest book “Supercommunicators”.Their conversation delves into he crucial role of effective communication in building meaningful relationships and enhancing quality of …
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431: Gwendolyn Dolske | The Joy Of Delving Into The Details
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In this episode, Armen interviews Philosophy Professor Gwendolyn Dolske of Cal Poly Pomona, co-host of The Good Is In The Details podcast with Rudy Salo. They discuss the importance of delving into the details and nuances of life, the joy of philosophical conversations, and the pursuit of knowledge and intellectual growth. They also explore the con…
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430: Bronwyn Williams | Saving South Africa From Itself In “Rescuing Our Republic”
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Returning guest Bronwyn Williams joins host Armen Shirvanian to discuss her book ‘Rescuing Our Republic’ and the specific challenges faced by South Africa. She explains the collaborative effort behind the book and how it addresses relevant issues in politics, economics, and society. One of the main themes discussed is the division and inequality in…
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429: Camilla Nord | Exploring Neuroscience And Mental Health In “The Balanced Brain”
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In this episode with host Armen Shirvanian, the show is joined by Professor Camilla Nord, who leads the Mental Health Neuroscience Lab at the University of Cambridge, and is the author of “The Balanced Brain”, published by Princeton University Press. They discuss various topics related to mental health, neuroscience, and the brain. Camilla shares h…
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Seas of Change: Digital Money Movement and the Cruise Industry
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Welcome to Money Travels season 2 where we explore money movement around the globe. Some of us are bitten by the travel bug and can't get enough of the adventures and new experiences that being on the move provides. For many that travel bug results in a career like for those that work on cruise ships. There are many hidden challenges that cruise sh…
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Banking the Underbanked: Making Money Movement More Inclusive
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Welcome to Money Travels presented by Visa. In this episode, we're going to learn about remittances in different parts of the world. We are joined by Jairo Riveros, managing director for The Americas and global head of strategy at Paysend, a global fintech company, and Lucciana Alvarez Ruiz to discuss financial inclusion. For some of us it feels pr…
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One-Stop Shop: The Reach of Tencent with Money Movement Integration
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Welcome to Money Travels. In episode 4 of season 2 we talk to some of the experts who are building the tools that will transform the next generation of money movement. Tencent is a multinational technology conglomerate and one of the world's largest social media companies. WeChat or Weixin, as the app is known in Mainland China, is Tencent’s popula…
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Amorina Kingdon, author of “Sing Like Fish”, joins us to discuss the impact of sound on underwater life, the differences in sound transmission in air and water, and the effects of man-made noise on marine organisms. She also explores the unique communication methods of dolphins and the challenges of studying the impact of noise on sea life. The con…
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In this conversation, Kyla Scanlon, author of the book “In This Economy?”, is joined by host Armen Shirvanian, and discusses the direction of society, the importance of understanding the economy, the impact of different generations on change, the role of AI, wealth inequality, financial wherewithal, the vibe economy, and the vulnerability of supply…
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“The Good Stuff” about Quanta and Fields with Sean Carroll
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Indre welcomes Sean Carroll, Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University and host of the Mindscape podcast, back to Inquiring Minds today for an engaging exploration of his latest book, "The Biggest Ideas in the Universe: Quanta and Fields." Together, they delve into the intricacies of quantum mechanics and field theory, un…
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Understanding and Expanding Consciousness with Dr. Christof Koch
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In yet another thoroughly intriguing episode, Indre engages with renowned neuroscientist Christof Koch this week to explore the complexities of consciousness and its impact on our understanding of self and free will. Koch, a pivotal figure in the field who worked alongside the legendary Francis Crick to pioneer the study of neural correlates of con…
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426: Scott H. Young | 12 Maxims For Mastery in “Get Better at Anything”
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Returning guest Scott H. Young is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, podcast host, computer programmer and an avid reader. In this episode, Scott discusses his new book, “Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery”, which focuses on the process of learning and getting better at various skills. He shares the story of Tetris as an example o…
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425: Indre Viskontas | The Bridge Between Neuroscience And Art
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In this conversation, I speak with Indre Viskontas, a professor of psychology and a bridge between the worlds of art and neuroscience. We discuss the importance of creativity, the role of improvisation in opera, the impact of generative AI on creativity, and the connection between music and emotions. We also touch on the challenges of podcasting an…
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The Fight Against Fraud: Unleashing AI Superpowers
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Welcome to Money Travels Season 2, Episode 3. Fast money movement requires fast security. As money moves more and more quickly, the technical challenges to secure the transactions grow for all parties involved. We have to predict behavior and aim to stop fraud before it happens, often with the help of AI, but you need a pretty big data set to make …
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Indre examines the realm of randomness and its undeniable sway over our lives and the fabric of society, as she welcomes global politics luminary, Brian Klaas, to the podcast today. An Associate Professor in Global Politics at University College London, affiliate researcher at the University of Oxford, contributing writer for The Atlantic, creator …
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