Best Ving Podcasts (2024)

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Interview Series #1 - Jennifer Vinges 20:42

3h ago20:42

20:42

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the new The Best You - Interview Series, where I'll be engaging in conversations with a variety of interesting people! Our inaugural episode features Jennifer Vinges from Oxijen where we discuss amongst other things the desire to push yourself, self-education, control over your life, and the power of showing up. Y…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3299: Vernor Vinge Sees our Future 3:44

8d ago3:44

3:44

Episode: 3299 Vernor Vinge, Marvin Minsky and the future of technology. Today, Vernor Vinge, Marvin Minsky and the future of computation.By Dr. Krešimir Josić

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2284: Beautiful Books 3:49

1h ago3:49

3:49

Episode: 2284 Books by the foot: the ultimate reductio ad absurdum. Today, guest scientist Andrew Boyd finds a new use for books.By Dr. Andy Boyd

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2869: Horsepower 3:51

3h ago3:51

3:51

Episode: 2869 James Watt's introduction of horsepower as a measurement unit. Today, the power of horses.By Roger Kaza

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3050: Space Travel 3:53

1d ago3:53

3:53

Episode: 3050 Space Travel. Today, the mathematics of space travel.By Dr. Krešimir Josić

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Ep 20: Understanding Fear 37:40

1d ago37:40

37:40

Send us a Text Message. Hello! The latest podcast is ready for your listening pleasure! This one focuses on the topic of understanding fear. This pod is for you if: You have ever experienced fear before You wonder what triggers fear You'd like to know more about how fear can be used for your benefit This pod is not for you if: You believe that fear…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1212: Macroparasites 3:38

2d ago3:38

3:38

Episode: 1212 Human history in terms of macroparasites and microparasites. Today, we wonder who feasts upon whom.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Self-Care Tips for New Parents 11:18

2d ago11:18

11:18

Welcome to The Milky Box podcast! In today’s episode, we focus on the importance of self-care for new parents. Navigating the joys and challenges of raising a newborn can be overwhelming, but taking care of yourself is crucial. We’ll share practical self-care tips to help you maintain your well-being while caring for your little one. Remember to su…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1211: Medora 3:37

3d ago3:37

3:37

Episode: 1211 Theodore Roosevelt and the mad Marquis create Medora ND. Today, we visit Medora, North Dakota.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1210: Pasteur’s Biomilitarism 3:36

4d ago3:36

3:36

Episode: 1210 In which Louis Pasteur puts medicine on a war footing. Today, the language of war attaches itself to medicine.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1209: Writing About Flight 3:34

5d ago3:34

3:34

Episode: 1209 Early fliers -- all seem to've been good-looking and literate. Today, we write about flight.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2237: Modeling the Atom 3:50

6d ago3:50

3:50

Episode: 2237 Modeling the atom: Making quantum uncertainty reveal corporeal solidity. Today, guest scientist Andrew Boyd models the atom.By Dr. Andy Boyd

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Super 70's Rock Sunday Firecracker 500 4th of July RE-CAST 2:12:05

6d ago2:12:05

2:12:05

I have to replay this every year because it's so good I don't think I could ever top it

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3044: Randomized Clinical Trials 3:51

7d ago3:51

3:51

Episode: 3044 Randomized Clinical Trials. Today, statistics, evidence and medicine.By Dr. Krešimir Josić

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Declare, by Tim Powers (feat. Paul Williams) 59:38

9d ago59:38

59:38

Returning guest Paul Williams joins me for a discussion of the 2001 winner of the World Fantasy Award, Declare, by Paul Williams. Secret history, espionage, and fantasy all wrapped into one terrific novel. Spoiler talk starts at 15:03 Notes & Links: Ways to support the podcast: Buy Me a Book/Coffee!: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sethheasled Support…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1208: The Panama Railroad 3:40

9d ago3:40

3:40

Episode: 1208 The first transcontinental railroad -- and no golden spike! Today, we build the first transcontinental railroad.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Signs Formula Doesn’t Agree with Baby 9:00

9d ago9:00

9:00

Welcome to The Milky Box podcast! In today’s episode, we’ll explore the signs that your baby’s formula might not be agreeing with them. From digestive issues to allergic reactions, we’ll cover the common symptoms to watch out for and provide guidance on what steps to take if you suspect a problem. Remember to subscribe to our podcast for more insig…

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Super Rock Sunday 6-26-11 with Coliseum RE-CAST 1:56:40

9d ago1:56:40

1:56:40

An old one from 13 years ago with the band Coliseum

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1207: Balustrades 3:38

10d ago3:38

3:38

Episode: 1207 In which a balustrade shows us that laws were made to be broken. Today, we see how laws were made to be broken.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1206: Harriet Beecher Stowe 3:35

11d ago3:35

3:35

Episode: 1206 Harriet Beecher Stowe: "No talent, only genius." Today, a woman turns slavery from theoretical wrong into personal evil.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1205: Henry Chapman Mercer 3:35

12d ago3:35

3:35

Episode: 1205 Henry Chapman Mercer: An aristocrat redirects anthropology. Today, a shy aristocrat redirects anthropology.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2234: Spherical Horses & Frictionless Wheels 3:50

13d ago3:50

3:50

Episode: 2234 Spherical horses and frictionless wheels -- When are we close enough to reality? Today, guest scientist Andrew Boyd asks, "What makes a good Model?"By Dr. Andy Boyd

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2858: Hearing Pictures 3:46

14d ago3:46

3:46

Episode: 2858 Hearing Pictures: Modest Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition. Today, hearing pictures.By Roger Kaza

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PODCAST: Hexapodia LXII: Noah Needs Nuance! 1:04:03

15d ago1:04:03

1:04:03

Noah Smith & Brad DeLong Record the Podcast We, at Least, Would Like to Listen to!; Aspirationally Bi-Weekly (Meaning Every Other Week); Aspirationally an hour... Key Insights: * Brad DeLong says: You say economics and economists in decline—I see bad economists in decline. * Brad DeLong says: You see missile defense as remarkably effective—I see it…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2722: Voyaging 3:49

15d ago3:49

3:49

Episode: 2722 Gathering of Materials and Methods to Craft Sailing and Space-faring Vessels. Today, voyaging at the edge of technology.By Michael Barratt

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1204: Baron von Humboldt 3:38

16d ago3:38

3:38

Episode: 1204 Baron von Humboldt's remarkable exploration of Meso-America. Today, a nearly forgotten hero.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Baby Poop Guide: Is This Normal? 14:46

16d ago14:46

14:46

Welcome to The Milky Box podcast! In today’s episode, we dive into a topic that every parent encounters: baby poop. We’ll guide you through what’s normal and what’s not, helping you understand the various colors, textures, and frequencies of your baby’s bowel movements. Knowing what to expect can ease your worries and help you keep an eye on your b…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1200: London’s Secret Museums 3:35

19d ago3:35

3:35

Episode: 1200 London's secret museums. Today, we visit London's secret museums.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1199: Gallup Poll 3:35

18d ago3:35

3:35

Episode: 1199 Gallup Poll: spawn of intellect with some saving imperfection. Today, we try to foretell how you plan to vote.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1198: The Gates of Hell 3:35

19d ago3:35

3:35

Episode: 1198 In which Virgil visits a theme park and writes the Aeneid. Today, we pass through the Gates of Hell.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Ep 19: Motivation 45:55

20d ago45:55

45:55

Send us a Text Message. Hello! The latest podcast is ready for your listening pleasure! This one focuses on the topic of motivation. This pod is for you if: You wonder what your motivation triggers are You have a fascination in what motivates other people You've thought, "Why does motivation appear to be so difficult to understand?" This pod is not…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2150: Scotty 3:43

20d ago3:43

3:43

Episode: 2150 Scotty on Starship Enterprise: an image of an engineer. Today, we beam up with guest scientist Andrew Boyd.By Dr. Andy Boyd

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3054: Electioneering in Ancient Rome 3:49

21d ago3:49

3:49

Episode: 3054 Electioneering in Ancient Rome: the Commentariolum Petitionis Attributed to Cicero's Brother. Today, how to get elected in ancient Rome.By Richard H. Armstrong

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3162: Charge With My Jacket 3:45

22d ago3:45

3:45

Episode: 3162 A Jacket With Embedded Flexible Thin-Film Batteries That Can Charge a Device. Today, a wonderful technology.By Haleh Ardebili

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1196: Batting 400 3:37

25d ago3:37

3:37

Episode: 1196 Reflections on batting 400, evolution, economics, and diversity. Today, what do batting averages, evolution, and the economy have in common?By Dr. John Lienhard

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Is Goat Milk Formula Safe? 15:47

23d ago15:47

15:47

Welcome to The Milky Box podcast! In today’s episode, we explore the safety and benefits of goat milk formula for babies. Is it a suitable alternative to traditional cow's milk formula? We'll discuss the nutritional aspects, potential advantages, and any concerns parents should be aware of when considering goat milk formula for their little ones. R…

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Super Rock Sunday w/ Scott Carlson from Repulsion 6-16-13 RECAST 1:52:10

23d ago1:52:10

1:52:10

An old one with Scott from Repulsion, Cathedral, Superbees, Death Breath

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1195: Dhouda 3:37

24d ago3:37

3:37

Episode: 1195 Dhuoda writes to her son in Ninth Century France. Today, a remarkable woman opens a window on another age.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1194: Self-Deception 3:31

27d ago3:31

3:31

Episode: 1194 A scientifically illiterate people goes bankrupt on health care. Today, thoughts on medicine, self-deception, and scientific literacy.By Dr. John Lienhard

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“Other people walk their dog, and I walk my book,” a conversation with JW Wartick 1:00:15

26d ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Legend says he’s still reading lists of books to this day. JW Wartick has read all of the Hugo-winning novels, but he’s also read all the Nebula winners, and all the Hugo-nominated novels. To say he’s a voracious reader is to vastly understate the case. But he’s also my friend, and I asked him to … Continue reading "“Other people walk their dog, an…

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1193: West with the Night 3:35

26d ago3:35

3:35

Episode: 1193 Beryl Markham flies out of Africa, and across the Atlantic. Today, a daring flight and an unlikely book.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2117: The Internet of Tubes 3:46

27d ago3:46

3:46

Episode: 2117 The Internet of Tubes: In which a gaffe evokes the history of communication. Today, guest scientist Andrew Boyd and the Internet of Tubes.By Dr. Andy Boyd

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 3018: Compressed Sensing 3:51

28d ago3:51

3:51

Episode: 3018 Compressed Sensing. Today, let's talk about getting something from nothing.By Dr. Krešimir Josić

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2833: Kykkos Monastery 3:51

29d ago3:51

3:51

Episode: 2833 Kykkos Monastery, Cyprus, and the origins of Western monasticism. Today, monks and hermits.By Roger Kaza

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1192: Black Sea 3:36

1M ago3:36

3:36

Episode: 1192 In which a deluge transforms the Black Sea -- and farming. Today, let's ride the wake of an old old flood.By Dr. John Lienhard

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Can You Microwave Baby Formula? 7:47

1M ago7:47

7:47

Welcome to The Milky Box podcast! In today’s episode, we tackle a common question among new parents: Can you microwave baby formula? We'll explore the potential risks and benefits, as well as the best practices for safely warming your baby's bottle. Remember to subscribe to our podcast for more insightful episodes on parenting, childcare, and navig…

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Super Rock Sunday 6-09-13 w/B.J.McDonell RE-CAST 1:42:30

1M ago1:42:30

1:42:30

Re-Cast of a show with B.J. McDonell, director of Hatchet 3, Slayer videos and a bunch of other rad stuff

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 1190: Mustard Gas 3:34

1M ago3:34

3:34

Episode: 1190 The only mustard gas attack in WWII yields new medicine. Today, a story about cancer and a WW-II mustard gas attack.By Dr. John Lienhard

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