Best Pest Pods Podcasts (2024)

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Arthro-Pod EP 165 Pheromones and Fireflies with Dr. Sarah Lower

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On today's episode, Michael is flying solo when he interviews Dr. Sarah Lower of Bucknell University. Dr. Lower is an expert on the evolution of signaling in the fireflies, one of the more popular group of insects we have here on Earth. Usually when people think of this flashy group, they visualize their ability to light up. Tune in to hear Dr. Low…

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Old Bonus Content - The IDW, Sex Pests, and the Death of the Secular Movement 1:18:38

3h ago1:18:38

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Unearth a forgotten gem from our archives! In this episode, we revisit a discussion on the decline of the secular movement, the Intellectual Dark Web (IDW), and the impact of sexual misconduct allegations. Join us for a nostalgic look back at a pivotal time in cultural and intellectual discourse. Here are a few links for subjects we touched on http…

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Flower anatomy, August allotmenting, apples and pears. 35:27

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Do you get confused between your “sepals” and “stigmas”? This week Jenny Laville will be studying the anatomy of flowers, with the help of RHS botanist James Armitage. Guy Barter shares top tips for August allotmenting as we celebrate biodiversity in National Allotment Week. And RHS fruit specialist Jim Arbury talks apples and pears, with a guide o…

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224 Rag & Bone Buffet! AWD vs. 4WD, JDM, Squeal Test, Katoomba, EnZed, UrbEX 38:06

1h ago38:06

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A lot of little things add up to a whole episode! No central theme, just bits about marketing, breathing, driving, squealing, traveling, exploring, and troubleshooting. Something for everyone, I hope. The SS United States, a very fast ship NEWS Futurliner for sale https://www.autoevolution.com/news/super-rare-1939-gm-futurliner-pops-up-for-sale-cos…

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S2 E38 - No More Secrets 1:35:29

2d ago1:35:29

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Now that they know what sits beneath the Divot, the trio attempt to come up with a way to stop the Crystal Flower - before it can fall into the wrong hands. Kelly asks a question he doesn’t want the answer to. Nammi uses her police contacts. Rabbit reconnects with family. (Content Warnings: possession, police, hospital setting, brief description of…

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The Politics Behind American Prometheus 1:12:20

8d ago1:12:20

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In this episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of "the man who shook the world," J. Robert Oppenheimer. Our deep dive into Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin's American Prometheus takes us on a journey through the mind of the brilliant physicist who led the Manhattan Project. From his early academic days to his pivotal role in creating the atomic…

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223 Things to Check While You're Driving, Android Radio, Sherri's Castle, Phone Mount 34:07

5d ago34:07

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Late again! And I'm being buzzed! (Not like that). But we have 10 things to check while your driving to keep you van going, a visit to a mysterious staircase in the middle of the woods, a way to figure out the weather in the future, Android radios and an expensive phone mount. You can guess what's still there... BLUETOOTH ODBII READER Not cheap, bu…

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Lavender love, a dahlia extravaganza, and a wisteria masterclass. 33:15

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This week we talk about all things lavender, exploring the array of varieties and sharing top tips for growing. We hear from a group of gardeners with a passion for growing and showing dahlias. Plus, we bring you a wisteria masterclass and put your mind at ease when it comes to questions about pruning. Host: Guy Barter Contributors: Tim Upson, Ales…

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A wild gardener, celebrating craftsmanship, and explosive seed pods 32:58

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This week we explore the life and work of William Robinson and look at his enduring legacy. We take a tour of an Arts and Crafts inspired show garden at RHS Flower Show Tatton Park. Plus, we have the ultimate guide to collecting and storing seed from your own garden. Host: Gareth Richards Contributors: Emma Raymond, Heather Cooke, Callum Bain MacKa…

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222 10 Joyful Things about Vanlife, Jackery 1500 Charging, Dog Statue, VW Resources 44:28

13d ago44:28

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This week, we eschew negativity and obfuscate obstinacy! Well, at least for the first section. We'll then visit DC, a dog with a plate, play with a Jackery 1500 and violate the warranty on a USB cable. And for the VW folks, a pile of resources! A dog and his pie plate NEWS Denmark Clashes with Vanlife https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/07/19/d…

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Arthro-Pod EP 164: Mothman versus Arthro-Pod

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Greetings from the void, bug lovers! Today's episode is a bit different in flavor... Michael and Jonathan met up this month for a dual family vacation and they are in search of the mythical Mothman! Join them as the delve into the world of cryptozoology and ask the question, why aren't there more insect cryptids? Check out the show notes to hear fr…

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S2 E37 - The Crystal Flower 1:51:55

16d ago1:51:55

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The trio get some answers. Kelly asks questions. Nammi sees similarities. Rabbit remembers something startling. (Content Warnings: police) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/him) Kelly, The Crooked - William White (@kwilliamwhite, They/them) Nammi, The Divine - Sam Darr (@mossyauthor, She/They) Rabbit, The Shapechanger - Jonas Newh…

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From towering blooms to tiny microbes 29:27

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This week we explore the history of Kiftsgate Court Gardens and catch a glimpse of their famous, gigantic, eponymous rose. We chat to self-confessed fern fanatic Julian Reed about what makes this group of plants so fascinating. Plus, we hear why thinking more about the soil microorganisms in our garden could benefit our blooms and crops. Host: Guy …

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221 Listener Letters, Cabin Air Filters, Binoculars, Star Trek Set, Color Temp, Driving School 42:13

20d ago42:13

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This week, we'll focus on some great listener letters. We'll also visit the USS Enterprise, drive up a river, play with binoculars, measure things in Kelvin and learn if you have a cabin air filter. Your host with Captain Kirk in Riverside, Iowa. NEWS Open Source Van Control System https://www.hackster.io/news/live-a-smart-vanlife-with-this-open-so…

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Arthro-Pod EP 163: A Dip into Strepsiptera

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Today's episode is a twisted one! After meeting one of our listeners a while back, there was a request for a deep dive into the world of strepsiptera, aka the twisted wing parasites. This order of insects may not be a big one, but they do hold a lot of surprises. Mike leads Jody and Jonathan through a tour of their biology, taxonomy, and why they a…

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Take-home ideas from RHS Flower Show Tatton Park 32:57

25d ago32:57

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Welcome to the largest flower show in the North of England; RHS Flower Show Tatton Park! This show is all about exploring the infinite possibilities of your back garden – whether you have an acre of land, or simply a patio or windowsill – Tatton really celebrates spaces of all shapes and sizes. We visit Leon Davis’ UnPave the Way garden to find out…

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220 TOLLS, Cold Bed, Arco, Casino Parking, Japanese Wood Burning 38:28

27d ago38:28

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For whom the toll bells? It's YOU. We need to have a talk about this. We'll also explore Arco, Idaho, sleep in a casino parking lot, burn some wood artistically, and review some magnentic shades. Simon Wagg manipulating nuclear material (ish) at EBR-1. NEWS Homeless Camping Ban https://crosscut.com/news/2024/06/after-scotus-decision-wa-homeless-cam…

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Lenin: Philosopher, Revolutionary, Politician 1:16:47

28d ago1:16:47

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In this episode Justin talks to us about Leninism Under Lenin by Marcel Liebman. We talk about the good and the bad, the revolutionary leader and the politician, all things Lenin. You can get a copy of the book here - https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/908-leninism-under-lenin Check out Justin's links and follow him https://www.justinclark.org/ h…

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S2 E36 - Dead To Rights 1:11:14

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The police have finally caught up with The Cryptid, but the trio aren’t just going to roll over. As they all search for a way to get Kelly free, the citizens of Norfork dig through the rubble of the Divot, drawing ever closer to what’s buried underneath… Rabbit entertains. Nammi offers a solution. Kelly faces the law, head on. (Content Warnings: po…

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219 Fixed Address, Leaving Las Vegas, Car Dwelling Guide, Vanlife Magazine 36:22

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Living full time has many challenges, but one of those is a "fixed address." We'll discuss. We'll also review a new Vanlife Magazine, visit a miniature world, leave Las Vegas, and learn what to do when we find ourselves living in a car. My life boat. TECH TALK Laser Level https://amzn.to/3xWVX1x PRODUCT REVIEW Freedom On Wheels magazine https://onl…

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Creating healthy gardens for people and planet 42:51

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In this episode we delve into the profound connection between nature and well-being. Landscape Architect Adam White discusses creating dementia-friendly sensory gardens, designed to evoke early memories and nostalgia. Mandy Barber from Incredible Vegetables shares the benefits of growing perennial edibles. Plus, we visit RHS Garden Wisley to get ex…

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218 Keep Calm and Carry On, Being Ready, Ring Stickup Cam, Tinker Creek, Cryptozoology 41:30

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There's a LOT going on, and it's important to remember what we're doing here—VANLIFE! We'll also talk about hitting the road with an unfinished rig, review the Ring Stickup Cam, visit Tinker Creek, Bigfoot, and learn to survive in the woods. Jen (my wife), Loren Coleman, and Me circa 2010. NEWS Why Are We So Annoyed by Remote Workers in Sprinter Va…

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Money saving tips, moss magic, and awesome Asteraceae at Hampton 2024! 39:18

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Welcome to the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 2024! We’re exploring the site and transporting you right to the heart of this buzzing showground. Anya Lautenbach – best known as ‘Anya the Garden Fairy’ on Instagram, and RHS Ambassador and passionate plantsman Jamie Butterworth share some top tips on how to create a showstopping garden on a…

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AnarchUnity with Kareem Maize 1:11:34

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Ok folks this is an interesting one, Kareem Maize is a former an-cap turned left sympathetic anarchist. He considers himself a Pluralist anarchist or a communalist and runs a website dedicated to the unification of varying anarchist tendencies. Take this as you will, I enjoyed the conversation and tried to really understand his perspective. I encou…

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Episode 18, Season 2 ---- Dry Weather and Crop Conditions 1:02:48

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In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Eric Prostko, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Wes Porter, and Dr. Glen Harris. In this episode, the peanut team talked about the dry conditions that have persisted for 3-5 weeks, lesser corn stalk borer, weed escapes, and irrigation.By Scott Monfort

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Arthro-Pod EP 162: The Insect Head

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Hello bug lovers! On today's episode of Arthro-Pod, the gang will be taking you on a journey through the first section of an insect's body, the head. This magnificent center for information gathering and processing has many wonderful adaptations of internal and external anatomy that it's truly a marvel to dissect and consider. Tune in to hear all a…

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From Botanic Gardens to Insect Studies; the Secrets to Thriving Ecosystems 32:33

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Chris Kidd, Curator of Ventnor Botanic Gardens, discusses his pioneering low-intervention approach to horticulture with a two decade long experiment which has yielded some surprising results on the Isle of Wight. New research from Butterfly Conservation reveals letting parts of your garden grow wild can increase butterfly numbers by up to 93%, we m…

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217 Hipcamp, Female Trucking, Awnings, Fossil Museum, Propane Fix 40:06

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TWO Main features this week, how to deal with the heat and how to deal with pests. Then we'll slow down and enjoy some coffee mugs, learn about the two different fridge types, encounter some bad stones, visiting a firefighting museum and enjoy Kira and the Survival Pod. Fisher Wagg's New Song! https://fisherwagg.bandcamp.com/track/when-you-get-home…

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Episode 14, Season 2 --- Late Planting and Pest Management 56:34

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In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Glen Harris, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Simer Virk, Dr. Bob Kemerait, and Dr. Wes Porter. In this episode, the peanut team talked about the current situation including irrigating, technology, fertility, insects, and diseases.By Scott Monfort

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Episode 13, Season 2 --- 3rd week of May "Replant Decisions" 54:37

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In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Glen Harris, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Eric Prostko, and Dr. Wes Porter. In this episode, the peanut team talked about the current replant situation and things to consider when making herbicide and insecticide choices.By Scott Monfort

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Episode 15 -- Late Season Planting, Continued. 47:24

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In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Glen Harris, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Mark Abney, and Dr. Wes Porter. In this episode, the peanut team continued to talk about the ongoing planting season, deer damage and insects.By Scott Monfort

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Episode 17 Season 2 - Dry Conditions and Mangement Programs 51:13

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In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Eric Prostko, and Dr. Bob Kemerait. In this episode, the peanut team talked about the dry conditions, fungicide programs, and insect and weed management.By Scott Monfort

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Episode 16, Season 2 Drying Trend and Its Impacts on the Crop 41:52

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In this episode, Dr. Mark Abney talked peanuts with Dr. Glen Harris, Dr. Eric Prostko, and Dr. Wes Porter. In this episode, the peanut team talked about the drying trend in the weather and its impact on pest management and water needs.

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Critter camaraderie: Slugs, Snails, and Guerilla Gardening Tales 32:07

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After a deluge of questions relating to garden critters, RHS Principal Entomologist Hayley Jones makes the case for why you shouldn’t be too quick to eradicate slugs and snails from your garden. Artist and ‘accidental activist’ Paul Harfleet shares how he has been transforming sites of hate crime through guerilla gardening. Finally, Rosemoor's Pete…

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216 Heat! Pests! Coffee Cups, Fridge Types, Stones, and Kira and the Survival Pod 41:53

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TWO Main features this week, how to deal with the heat and how to deal with pests. Then we'll slow down and enjoy some coffee mugs, learn about the two different fridge types, encounter some bad stones, visiting a firefighting museum and enjoy Kira and the Survival Pod. Grrrrrr.... I need a van cat. Beating the Heat The Venty Fan - my personal frie…

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5 Revolutionary Women 1:15:06

2M ago1:15:06

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In this episode Justin talks to us about 5 revolutionary women courtesy of the book Red Valkyries by Kristen Ghodsee. We discuss Alexandra Kollontai, Nadezhda Krupskaya, Inessa Armand, Lyudmila Pavlichenko, and Elena Lagadinova, their stories and their impact on the world through their radical socialist feminist politics. You can get a copy of the …

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S2 E35 - Pizza Party 1:18:52

2M ago1:18:52

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The Divot is in ashes, but the trio need to make some stops before they can reconvene and decide what to do next. It shouldn’t take long, right? Right? Rabbit makes a pitch. Nammi brings some plus one’s. Kelly opens a door there is no closing. (Content Warnings: police, mention of hand wound, ) CHARACTERS Keeper - Sam Richardson (@Laggardson, He/hi…

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Arthro-Pod EP 161: Insect Decline with Dr. Eliza Grames

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Hello bug lovers and welcome back to Arthro-Pod! On today's show, the gang sits down with Dr. Eliza Grames of Binghamton University to talk about insects in decline. Terms like "insect apocalypse" are used in the media often and people have been asking Extension professionals about the gradual disappearance of things like fireflies and monarchs, El…

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Early Summer at Wisley 32:27

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This week we’ll be dropping in with the advisory team at RHS Garden Wisley to answer some of your most asked questions this season. Plantsman Ed Cooper will be shining some light on the enigmatic delphiniums he’s been growing down at the trials field, and horticulturist Verity Battyll shares some top tips on how to keep your rose garden looking stu…

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215 Trailer Life? Flex Paste, Small Toilet, Stolen Tractor, Shute 37:28

2M ago37:28

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Is trailer life the way to go? Maybe! Let's take a look. And let's explore the realities of an inexpensive and small cassette toilet, find out where Shute fell (but not why), and steal a tractor. Realities of a 33 gallon tank NEWS iPhone Satellite Texting https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2024/06/11/apple-ios-18-imessage-satellite-camping-hikin…

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The Enchanting World of Herbs 42:29

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This week we’re diving into the enchanting world of herbs. Join us as author and horticulturist Connor Smith uncovers the rich history of these remarkable plants, celebrated in food, medicine, and mythology for millennia. The Queen of Herbs, Jekka McVicar, shares her expert advice on cultivating your own herb garden. From RHS Garden Wisley, Liz Moo…

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214 The Shakedown! Cheap Tools, Free Casino Money, Meow Wolf, Missing Ingredients 38:36

2M ago38:36

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Prepare for your shakedown! Your first trip will reveal all the flaws in your rig. It's OK! It's part of it. We also find some cheap and good tools, visit a few different planets, use chicken broth instead of beer, and watch a magician get free money at a casino. The rig. Shaken, not stirred. PRODUCT REVIEW North Tech Tools at Menards. https://www.…

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Lessons For Change with Tori Glass 1:16:12

3M ago1:16:12

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In this interview I talked to Tori Glass, host of the podcast White Homework. We covered a variety of topics including theory, history, and current events. I highly recommend checking out White Homework and becoming a supporter on Patreon or Substack. Here are some links where you can find White Homework and Tori’s other work https://toriglass.subs…

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S2 E34 - The Divot 1:23:46

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Dark smoke fills the sky over Norfork as the trio find their footing in the wake of the events at the Church. Kelly holds his breath. Rabbit visits family. Skidemour finds a home. Nammi is asked for the impossible. (Content Warnings: description of dead bodies, decomposition, grief, memory loss, abusive dynamics, hospital settings, ) Pre-order Glas…

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Arthro-Pod 160: Malaria History and Eradication

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Hello bug lovers and mosquito haters! On today's episode of Arthro-Pod, Michael and Jonathan delve into the long history between malaria and humanity. You won't believe the most famous folks taken down by this disease/pathogen! Plus we track the trail of malaria to the Americas and conclude the show with a discussion on the saga of malaria eradicat…

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