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The daily news can fill us with despair. My Unsung Hero is an antidote to that despair. Each episode reveals what the news ignores: everyday acts of kindness and courage that transformed someone's life. Listen — and renew your faith in humanity. From Hidden Brain Media.
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A disappearing food franchise. The story behind how a Vietnamese spring roll ended up on the menu of Senegalese restaurants. We take America's Test Kitchen's inquisitive and relentless approach to telling unexpected, funny, and thought-provoking narratives about food and drink. This is not a recipe show. And this is not a show about celebrity chefs or what they like to eat. Proof plunges into history, culture, science, and the psyche to uncover the hidden backstories that feed your food-obse ...
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Hidden Aspects is a weekly Hades podcast talking about all things related to the game. Hosted by RidiculousHat and a rotating guest, each week the show takes a look at the appeal of the game, what builds we're having the most fun with, and a weekly topic to help people get better at the game. Join the discord at https://discord.gg/EbEgZEX
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Hear the untold stories of mind-blowing achievements in science and tech. “CBS Sunday Morning” correspondent and six-time Emmy winner David Pogue takes you behind the scenes into the creation stories of the world’s greatest advances and the people behind them. From transportation, food, space, internet, and health, creators reveal their inspirations and roadblocks they encountered in bringing their breakthroughs to the public. Hear all-new episodes of the award-winning Unsung Science podcast ...
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The Sunflower Conversations are where we explore the experiences of people living with non-visible disabilities and their families, friends and carers, through the prism of their relationship with the Sunflower. In a world where it can be hard to feel like your story matters, we want to give you a space to share your experience. Whether you or someone you care about wears the Sunflower, we hope that by giving voice to these experiences, we can empower others and encourage more people to supp ...
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University of Chicago Podcast Network

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Translating groundbreaking research into digestible brain food. Big Brains, little bites. Produced by the University of Chicago Podcast Network & Winner of CASE "Grand Gold" award in 2022, Gold award in 2021, and named Adweek's "Best Branded Podcast" in 2020.
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Discussions span broadly across topics such as climate change, free speech, wealth inequality, the environment, balancing personal contentment and purpose, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, how the internet is shaping our lives, meditation, mental health, mindfulness, animal welfare, popular culture, and much more. Making Sense with Sam Harris meets Hidden Brain meets Terrestrial If you'd like to support this work: patreon.com/all_things_connected
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Unlock the secrets of a career in neuroscience and neurotechnologies with our neuron-packed podcast! From inspiring success stories to cutting-edge industry advancements, we've got it all. Join us as we chat with exclusive guests and uncover the keys to thriving in this dynamic field. Plus, we'll dive into some mind-blowing topics like neuroenhancement, brain-computer interfaces, and the future of brain-based technologies. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to th ...
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Forrest Hanson is joined by his father, clinical psychologist Dr. Rick Hanson, and a world-class group of experts to explore the practical science of lasting well-being. Conversations focus on the key insights from psychology, science, and contemplative practice that you need to build reliable inner strengths, overcome your challenges, and get the most out of life. New episodes every Monday.
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Brain Science makes recent discoveries in neuroscience accessible to listeners of all backgrounds with an emphasis on how these discoveries are unraveling the mystery of how our brains make us human. Host Ginger Campbell, MD (Podcast Hall of Fame 2022) interviews scientists to give you a first hand look at how science is really done. Full show notes and episode transcripts are available at http://brainsciencepodcast.com.
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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong, Aaron Scott and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength. If you're hooked, try Short Wave Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/shortwave
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Brain Injury Bites is a podcast based on the experiences of sustaining a brain injury and provides helpful hints and tips for injured people, their friends and family. The show is hosted by Brooke Trotter and Ashwini Kamath. Brooke was a pedestrian involved in a road traffic collision in May 2007, which left him with a severe traumatic brain injury. Ashwini is a Trustee and Chair for Headway Warrington and a Senior Associate Solicitor with over ten years of experience supporting families aft ...
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A relatable mental health podcast, which exposes hidden thoughts & feelings that tip-toe into ordinary people's daily lives. Listeners will become informed about the simple and common ways that symptoms can snowball into problematic mental health conditions.
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Bill Nye is on a mission to change the world — one voicemail at a time. Bill and science writer Corey S. Powell take your burning questions and put them to the world's leading experts on just about every topic in the universe. Should you stop eating cheeseburgers to combat climate change? Could alien life be swimming inside the moons of Jupiter and Saturn? Does your pet parakeet learn to sing the way that you learned to speak? Bill, Corey, and their special guests will answer those questions ...
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This is a podcast by Will Perringwood and his wife Amy all about living life after a brain injury. Will suffered a bleed on the brain in March 2013 and spent 6 months in hospital and ever since has been recovering from physical and hidden effects of his brain injury. Will is passionate about thriving not just surviving after a brain injury. We hope through this podcast we can spread the message that there is life after brain injury and it is a great life - just a new normal! We also want eve ...
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Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher

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Freakonomics co-author Stephen J. Dubner uncovers the hidden side of everything. Why is it safer to fly in an airplane than drive a car? How do we decide whom to marry? Why is the media so full of bad news? Also: things you never knew you wanted to know about wolves, bananas, pollution, search engines, and the quirks of human behavior.
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Take your brain health to the next level with ABI Wellness CEO, Mark Watson. Mark, a true visionary, is on a mission to elevate your brain health and quality of life. He has teamed up with the industry's top specialists, researchers, and advocates to make it happen. Get ready to unlock your full potential with the latest and greatest innovations, technologies, and ideas in brain health and wellness. Join Mark every week for a power-packed dose of insights and inspiration to supercharge your ...
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Dr. Wendy Myers ND is on a mission to help millions figure out that last missing piece of the puzzle in resolving their fatigue, brain fog and health issues - heavy metal detox. Wendy reveals cutting edge science-backed tips on heavy metal detoxification, heavy metals testing, detox protocols like infrared saunas, ideal detox diet, weight loss, thyroid conditions, adrenal fatigue and surprising hidden sources of heavy metal toxicity. Tune in to hear how heavy metals and chemicals create fati ...
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Ongoing History of New Music looks at things from the alt-rock universe to hip hop, from artist profiles to various thematic explorations. It is Canada’s most well known music documentary hosted by the legendary Alan Cross. Whatever the episode, you’re definitely going to learn something that you might not find anywhere else. Trust us on this.
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Ever wanted to know how music affects your brain, what quantum mechanics really is, or how black holes work? Do you wonder why you get emotional each time you see a certain movie, or how on earth video games are designed? Then you’ve come to the right place. Each week, Sean Carroll will host conversations with some of the most interesting thinkers in the world. From neuroscientists and engineers to authors and television producers, Sean and his guests talk about the biggest ideas in science, ...
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Cynthia Graber and Nicola Twilley

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Food with a side of science and history. Every other week, co-hosts Cynthia Graber and Nicola Twilley serve up a brand new episode exploring the hidden history and surprising science behind a different food- or farming-related topic, from aquaculture to ancient feasts, from cutlery to chile peppers, and from microbes to Malbec. We interview experts, visit labs, fields, and archaeological digs, and generally have lots of fun while discovering new ways to think about and understand the world t ...
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Matt and Greg explore the unexplained, mysterious & spookiness that lives among us. Join us as we talk about, UFO's, the Paranormal, Monsters, Urban Legends, Bigfoot, Halloween, Conspiracies and plenty more spooky stuff. Also make sure to subscribe and hit the bell for notifications on our YouTube Channel. Until then Stay Spooky
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Bulletproof Executive Radio was born out of a fifteen-year single-minded crusade to upgrade the human being using every available technology. It distills the knowledge of world-class MDs, biochemists, Olympic nutritionists, meditation experts, and more than $250,000 spent on personal self-experiments. From private brain EEG facilities hidden in a Canadian forest to remote monasteries in Tibet, from Silicon Valley to the Andes, high tech entrepreneur Dave Asprey used hacking techniques and tr ...
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Vulnerabilities in the data telecommunication World Wide Web and everyones own personal security have all been breeched opening everyone up to crimes against humanity, crimes against the government, Civil Rights & Human Rights violations and a whole lot morel. Trying to document these is almost impossible but before they take anymore prisoners of war or hurt anyone else. They have been warned, no one was to get hurt. Home wreckers and Club20 shout out to you. Latest podcast of communications ...
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Host Moxie LaBouche brings you a weekly half-hour of things you didn't know, things you thought you knew, and things you never knew you never knew. Topics range from the history of nursing to the Balinese funeral rite David Bowie requested, from the origin of the Vulcan salute to the theft of Canada's strategic maple syrup reserve. This is your brain on facts. yourbrainonfacts.com
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A podcast with 3 actionable takeaways in every 30-minute episode because you are a busy mom with a full schedule and an even fuller brain. Listen in to feel encouraged and inspired, as we learn together how to overcome overwhelm and find more peace and magic in motherhood. Hosted by Rachel Nielson, a mother, teacher, and writer.
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Nature Publishing Group

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BrainPod is the podcast from the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, produced in association with Nature Publishing Group. Join us as we delve into the latest basic and clinical research that advance our understanding of the brain and behavior, featuring highlighted content from a top journal in fields of neuroscience, psychiatry, and pharmacology. For complete access to the original papers and reviews featured in this podcast, subscribe to Neuropsychopharmacology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co ...
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We all have times when we feel like a fraud. In the latest installment of our Success 2.0 series, we revisit a favorite 2021 conversation with psychologist Kevin Cokley. We'll explore the corrosive effects of self-doubt, and how we can turn that negative voice in our heads into an ally. Be sure to check out the rest of our "Success 2.0" series, inc…
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Neurocareers podcast! In this mind-boggling installment, we're diving deep into the enigmatic world of the brain's hidden language with the brilliant Nikolay Novitskiy, PhD. Join us as we unravel the secrets of neural speech encoding and explore the groundbreaking research conducted by Dr. Novitskiy, a res…
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Do you love the ideas we explore on Hidden Brain and want more of them? Then please join Hidden Brain+, our new podcast subscription. You’ll find new episodes not available anywhere else, plus the chance to have your questions answered by the researchers we feature on the show. Find Hidden Brain+ exclusively on the Apple Podcasts app beginning May …
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We often think our debates around sexuality and gender are a modern phenomenon. Some people argue that identities like trans and non-binary have only existed recently. But could the evidence for queer and gender-nonconforming lives actually stretch back centuries? In a recent book entitled Byzantine Intersectionality, Prof. Roland Betancourt of the…
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This podcast may contain content that could be triggering or upsetting, especially for those who have experienced mental health concerns. Listener discretion is advised. Robb Nash, musician, storyteller and creator of the Robb Nash Project, dedicates his efforts to instilling hope in individuals who are grappling with addiction, depression, or suic…
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What's the most catchy song you can think of? Is there a moment that makes you suddenly pay attention, mesmerised by the melody or beat?You're probably reflecting on a song's hook.But why do hooks capture our minds and memories?A music psychologist and musicologist share their thoughts on the power of hooks.In this episode you'll hear Tim and Jadey…
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The FDA has approved Elon’s Neuralink brian chip device. But with A.I. being at the level it is now, is this kind of transhumanism a good thing or a bad thing? Could these chips be hacked, and if so, what does it mean for humanity? *cough Matrix cough* In otherworldly news, a viral video of an alleged grey alien is circulating on social media. Is S…
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - Biodiversity Is Nearing an ‘Extinction Crisis,’ Animal Researchers Say 2 - Column: In the Rush to AI, We Can't Afford to Trust Big Tech 3 - Doctors Are Still Confused by Abortion Exceptions in Louisiana. It’s Limiting Essential Care 4 - The Architect of Swiss Neutrality Thinks It's Time for His Country to Take …
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - Why Waking Up Earlier Isn't Necessarily Better 2 - Republicans Tout Progress on Debt Ceiling Negotiations With Time Running Out 3 - If You've Always Wanted a Lighthouse, Here's Your Chance. The U.S. Is Giving Some Away 4 - What Was Memorial Day Originally Called?…
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This month's episode is an interview with Cambridge Psychology professor Sander van der Linden, author of "Foolproof: Why Misinformation Infects Our Minds and How to Build Immunity." We discuss the important topic of how techniques like appealing to emotion contribute to the spread of misinformation. Dr. Campbell reflects on why this topic is impor…
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We’ve been shipping stuff across oceans for centuries. But until 1956, we loaded our ships in the dumbest way possible: one at a time. Then Malcolm McClean came along. He envisioned lifting the big metal box part off a truck and setting it directly down onto a ship. Every one of these boxes would be identical and interchangeable, maximizing space a…
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If you ask a physicist or cosmologist about the beginnings of the universe, they'll probably point you to some math and tell you about the Big Bang theory. It's a scientific theory about how the entire universe began, and it's been honed over the decades. But recent images from the James Webb Space Telescope have called the precise timeline of the …
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Dr. Mary Shackelton joins the show to talk about the importance of detoxing before you get pregnant, and if you’re in your child bearing years and plan to conceive. Dr. Shackelton discusses how long you need to detox before you conceive, if you can detox while you’re pregnant or nursing, as well as the testing that you should get before you get pre…
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - Awkward Glitches, Long Silences, and Hold Music: Ron DeSantis' Disastrous Twitter Launch 2 - Janet Yellen Says Treasury Is 'Not Involved' in Planning With Investors for Default 3 - Column: Why the Republican Job Requirements Push Won’t Actually Get People to Work 4 - Multivitamins May Improve Memory, Study Show…
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Why do we fight? It’s a seemingly simple question, but it turns out the answers are surprising, deep and crucial to understanding our world. Considering how costly any conflict is in lives and money, why do wars happen at all? This is one of those episodes that will change how you view some of our most important issues, from the war in Ukraine, to …
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Before we head into summer break, I knew I wanted to air an incredibly important takeaway from Episode 187 about keeping your kids safe around water. For today’s hidden gem, you’ll learn a bit about Nicole’s story of loss and her plea to parents to understand how drowning actually happens depending on their age and region. To hear the rest of Nicol…
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In 2017, an iconic brand of Argentina's de facto national dessert, the alfajor, was on the brink of disappearing. New management threatened to stop production of El Grandote, or 'The Big One,' but the workers at La Nirva factory refused. Reporter Facundo Iglesia follows the workers' journey as they fight to keep El Grandote--the alfajor of the peop…
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Sure, markets work well in general. But for some transactions — like school admissions and organ transplants — money alone can’t solve the problem. That’s when you need a market-design wizard like Al Roth. Plus: We hear from a listener who, inspired by this episode, made a remarkable decision.By Freakonomics Radio + Stitcher
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100 satellite phones were offered to all members of the U.S. Senate, sparking rumors that something big could happen. Is a global internet shutdown or manmade disaster really the reason why they were given the phones? Or are people just hyped up for nothing? Speaking of strange things, Ben and Rob found a list of some of the most ridiculous events …
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If you’re a healthcare professional with a need to standardize and optimize patient care in cognitive rehab, this week’s episode is made for you! Mark Watson, CEO of ABI Wellness, takes just a few minutes to tell you why you should sign up for our upcoming training session to add the Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) to your clinic. Find ou…
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It’s always a shock when we hear that a rock star has died...but when the news about Chris Cornell came out on May 18, 2017, it was extra-jarring... The overall impression was that he was a guy who had it good...he’d been a central fixture of the grunge era as the front man of Soundgarden...there was an totally unexpected hit with the Temple of the…
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - Hillary Clinton Says Dianne Feinstein Shouldn't Retire 2 - 4 Major Takeaways from Illinois' Investigation Into Child Sex Abuse in the Catholic Church 3 - Democrats Fear Biden Is Folding Too Easily in Debt Limit Talks 4 - Apple Strikes Multibillion-Dollar Deal to Use U.S.-Made Chips 5- A Florida School Has Pulle…
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People living on the edge of African nature preserves can pass their diseases to gorillas living there. In this episode of Constant Wonder, a wildlife vet practices "One Health" by investing in the health and economic security of humans to ensure primates stay healthy, too. The result is robust gorilla tourism that benefits the entire country. Gues…
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In February 2021, pandemic restrictions were just starting to ease in Hawaii, and Leila Mirhaydari was finally able to see her kidney doctor. Transplanted organs need diligent care, and Leila had been looking after her donated kidney all on her own for a year. So a lot was riding on that first batch of lab results. "Immediately, all my levels were …
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Jade Godier joins us to share exciting news about Disability Expo, a free person-focused event for people with lived experience of disability. Showcasing the latest developments on the disability market, relevant services and information, and a full programme of inclusive activities, performances and presentations from engaging relatable people. Mo…
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Whether it's via TikTok or the morning news, you’ve probably heard the recent hype (and hand-wringing) about new prescription weight-loss medications with names like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. These drugs were originally developed to treat diabetes, but, in some patients, they've had a surprising side effect: they seem to silence feelings of hu…
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - There's Still No Debt-Limit Deal After Negotiations Between Biden and McCarthy 2 - Meta Was Just Fined a Record-Breaking $1.3 Billion by E.U. Regulators 3 - A Unified Theory of Why So Many Republicans Think They Can Beat Trump 4 - 'A Country of Racists.' Spanish Soccer Is Embroiled in Yet Another Racism Controv…
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Are you the key to solving a mystery? That question is at the heart of this original series from Dateline. Correspondents Josh Mankiewicz, Andrea Canning and Keith Morrison report on perplexing missing person cases brought to Dateline’s attention by our social media followers. Each episode focuses on one person’s story, as told by those left behind…
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When Pierce was hurt in a crash, a stranger stayed by his side. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Some guidance: --Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room. --Speak conversationally, like yo…
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The modern world is large and interconnected, and there are a lot of systems that might be important to how it functions but about which most people are barely aware. One of these is the offshore wealth management network, which wealthy individuals can use both legitimately (to invest and plan their money) and less legitimately (to avoid taxation o…
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - Zelensky Was the Undisputed Star of the G7. But the Summit’s Focus Remained Firmly on China 2 - Lawmakers Aren’t Giving OpenAI CEO Sam Altman the Zuckerberg Treatment (Yet) 3 - What High Interest Rates Mean For U.S. Renewable Energy 4 - Return-to-Office Full Time Is Losing. Hybrid Work Is On the Rise…
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There’s an enormous amount of advice out there in the self-help world…and much of it isn’t very good. Jason Wachob, the Founder and Co-CEO of mindbodygreen, joins Forrest and Dr. Rick to separate fact from fiction and clarify what really matters. They explore the importance of finding joy in the well-being journey, simple practices that have stood …
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Are you headed out on any road trips this summer?! Brittney Hanks, the queen of mom hacks, is sharing 3 tips for making trips more fun and a little easier. For full show notes, including the three takeaways, go to https://3in30podcast.com/295-traveling-with-kids Episode sponsors: Pixie: visit www.trypixie.com/3in30 to get all premium pixie features…
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If you appreciate listening to Sheree Warren’s case and other true crime stories, check out the podcast REAL CRIME PROFILE. In one of their recent episodes, Dave Cawley joined hosts Jim Clemente and Laura Richards to get their professional perspective on Cary and Chuck’s behavior.As experienced investigators, Laura and Jim dig deep into Sheree’s vi…
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Kwasi Wrensford studies two related species: the Alpine chipmunk and the Lodgepole chipmunk. The two have very different ways of coping with climate change. In this episode, Kwasi explains to host Emily Kwong how these squirrelly critters typify two important evolutionary strategies, and why they could shed light on what's in store for other creatu…
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Raised by addicts, Dr Katriona O'Sullivan defied the odds to become a university lecturer. Her parents were addicted to heroin, she was neglected and not fed. But for the care she received from two influential teachers and the occasional stroke of luck, life may have gone in a very different direction.Katriona's written a book about her life called…
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Stories included in this episode: 1 - Maine Confirms Fatal Powassan Virus Case. What to Know About the Rare Disease 2 - Column: What's Happening in the Supreme Court's Shadows Is Shaping America 3 - Column: Why Conservatives' Views on Childhood Vaccines Are Shifting 4 - Don’t Use Artificial Sweeteners for Weight Loss, WHO Says 5 - Allergies from At…
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Meegan Winters is the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program regional partner in the US and co-founder of AbleVu and Able Eyes. Meegan talks about her life experiences and why she decided to create the AbleVu, - which provides a detailed preview of an organisation's accessibility features. Access virtual walk-through tours, accessibility checklists,…
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Lynne Malcolm is used to being in the host's seat, but today, the tables are turned. She's back on All in the Mind to discuss her new book, appropriately titled All in the Mind. So what did she learn through 9 years of interviews? How did the show help her process her own mental health?Lynne reflects on her expansive career at the ABC and the perso…
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There’s a missing movie in millennial history: “Shazam,” the story of a genie played by Sinbad. But this Mandela Effect goes deeper than we first thought, and after some digging, we found that there is more evidence that it seemed to exist at one point. Do millions of people just have a “false memory,” or is there something else going on? In this F…
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