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Dan has risen from the podcasting dead to let you know about his new podcast, Hard Know, made in collaboration with his brother David and many members of the wonderful podcasting community. Hard Know is a narrative-driven, satirical, and creative dive into the many scams, cons, schemes, and deceptions that make up our world. Filled with original music, great writing, insight and information, it's all the best parts of Assorted Goods and much much more! Dissecting everything from memes to psychics, from con men to news empires. Is truth a matter of perception? Or suggestion? Subscribe to Hard Know on your podcast player of choice, follow Dan and Hard Know on the socials @disinformeddan and check out the website disinformed.ca/hardknow Good to see you! Hope you're well! :)

Well this is it, after 3 1/2 years, about 70 episodes, hundreds of thousands of words researched and written, it's time to wrap up the Assorted Goods Podcast. Joining Dan to look back on the podcast is fellow podcaster and producer Jeff Feightner, who has heard Dan waffle over the decision to move on, or keep going about 50 times. Thank you to the guests who have stopped by and of course, to the listeners who have supported the show and gave it life over these years. But never fear, there are new projects on the horizon. Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

Back at the start of Covid, I had teacher, football coach, and a good friend of mine Carlo Trentadue on the podcast to talk about the challenges of teaching at a time like this. Now, 2 years later and as we return to a "new normal", Carlo has come back to talk more about digital literacy, having a keen eye for quality information, navigating 'social norms' online, and so much more. Of course there's a little football talk too. Read some of Carlo's writings and musings on his website carlotrentadue.com Show Notes: Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

Scientific studies have revealed that microplastics aren't just in our oceans and trash dumps, they're in our food and hanging around the inside of our bodies. Figuring out how we got to live on a planet overrun with plastic and why after half a century of knowing we'd get here, the forecast for the future? More plastic! Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/plastic-world-microplastics-and-the-big-oil-problem-april-18th-2022 Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/x8w7obe9micp9kmj0mqdy8zejl6oz6 Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

Our history textbooks and classes have never told us the full story of our own history, and when it comes to the stories of Black America, those stories are often never told at all. This episode I'm joined by Michael Motley of the OneMic Black History Podcast, as we get into what it's like to tell the stories of history that people either haven't heard, or don't want to. We also talk about how to navigate the minefield of the politicization of teaching about racial history, and of course, there's a little podcasting talk as well. Enjoy! Visit OneMicHistory.com for more information, and subscribe on your podcast app of choice here: https://pod.link/1523553991 Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/telling-the-full-story-with-michael-motley-of-onemic-history Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

When a war breaks out, a government has to build and deploy its lies as much as its military. As Russia carries out a violent campaign of terror in Ukraine, we're taking a look at the narrative web of lies that President Vladimir Putin has spun, and how his tactics are part of a long pattern of leaders misleading their own people, and the world as a whole. Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/lies-and-the-lying-liars-who-start-wars-with-them-sources-list Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/lies-and-the-lying-liars-who-start-wars-with-them Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

Coke vs Pepsi, Marvel vs DC, Republicans vs Democrats, Anything vs Damn-Near Anything. No matter where we go, every issue, big or small, gets boiled down to one side against another side. "Us vs Them". This episode of Assorted Goods, we're taking a look at how "Binary Thinking" is part of who we are as people, and how it gets easily exploited. Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/us-vs-them-how-binary-thinking-is-being-exploited-february-28th-2022 Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/us-vs-them-how-binary-thinking-is-being-exploited Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

Something else may be brewing at your local Starbucks, and it's not overpriced coffee with complicated names. A union movement is spreading across Starbucks locations, and it may be a sign of the times ahead. A big company vs its own workers, a classic matchup. Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/starbucks-venti-unionization-movement-february-15th-2022 Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/starbucks-venti-unionization-movement Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

Non-Fungible Tokens, or NFTs have boomed in the past year, becoming a iconic piece of internet culture, a lucrative economic force, and yet another advancement in technology that people are simply confused by. But are NFTs just going through the 'growing pains' of being a new technology? Or are they as suspicious as they seem to be? Getting to know NFTs from the beginning, and what they really are at their core. Right click, and save as this episode as we dive into the tech world's new gold-rush. Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/the-non-fungible-podcast-episode-sources-list Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/the-non-fungible-podcast-episode Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddan Thoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.ca Music Produced by: David Felton

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...  a government drone spying on you? 5 years ago Peter McIndoe thought up a conspiracy theory on a whim, and now, the Birds Aren't Real movement has hundreds of thousands of social media followers, branches in multiple cities, and a presence that is still confusing the major news networks. But how does a satirical conspiracy theory fit into the modern age of disinformation? Are there risks? Is the idea of "fighting lunacy, with lunacy" a breakthrough? Source List:  https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/birds-arent-real-but-disinformation-is-january-18th-2022Show Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/birds-arent-real-but-disinformation-isFollow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddanThoughts? Send an email! Dan@disinformed.caMusic Produced by: David Felton

Lawyer Bruce Siegal joins the podcast to discuss how college sports have been shaken up by the change in rules surrounding athlete's rights to make money off of their own name, image, and likeness. How did the shift happen so quickly? What does it mean for athletes? And what might the future hold?

Revisiting a classic episode of the podcast from December 2019 (what a different world it was back then!). It's a Christmas edition of Assorted Goods, looking at Christmas related stories, including the shortage of Christmas trees, and our tradition of spending ourselves into serious debt. Also, a look at how Christmas has evolved since its Pagan roots, and telling the tale of when holiday traditions put a World War on pause. Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from Assorted Goods! Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/an-assorted-goods-christmas-source-list

In the past two-decades, Gift Cards have become the most popular gift-giving idea on the planet, booming into a nine-figure market that is set to grow to over a trillion dollars a year in the next decade. In the spirit of our favourite holiday gift idea, we're diving into gift cards. Where did they come from, why do we love them so much, and is there a dark side to them?*The podcast is redeemable at any set of ears for as long as it is up on the internet!Source List: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/the-gift-card-boom-dec-1321-source-listShow Notes: https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/the-gift-card-boom-show-notesFollow Assorted Goods on Twitter and Instagram @DisinformedDanEmail the Pod: Dan@Disinformed.caVisit the Website: Disinformed.ca/assortedgoodsMusic Produced by David Felton

Almost a decade ago, the National Football League pushed through a scandal involving the effects of the sport of the brains of its athletes. After years of denials and obstruction, the NFL settled a lawsuit in 2013 to provide healthcare benefits to its former players to treat their cognitive issues. The problem? It turns out the league actively used racist medical ideologies to make it harder for Black former players to receive their fair share of the settlement. And once again, the league scrambles to deny, cover up, and move on from this story.

Exploring the world of independent podcasts and harnessing your creativity with Jon Williams and Ben Robinson from the Geeksploration Podcast. A pair of talented and interesting people who have also turned their comic book ideas into a reality with their 'Space Oddities' comic book series, currently in the middle of a Kickstarter campaign to fund and launch volume 2 of the series.Good talks with good people, that's what it's all about. Support the Kickstarter for 'Space Oddities' here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beefypress/space-oddities-2?ref=9u1wnhVisit the Geeksploration Website: https://www.geeksplorationpodcast.com/Follow Assorted Goods on Twitter and Instagram: @DisinformedDanShow Notes :  https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/nov-2221-show-notesMusic Produced for this Episode by: David Felton

Facebook changed its name to 'Meta', and then placed a bet on their future, and really, the future of the digital spaces that are a central part of our world now. So is this just a classic attempt to re-brand away from a bad reputation? And what is "The Metaverse" that the company is investing heavily into?Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddanShow Notes :  https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/nov15shownotesSource List :  https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/nov15sourcesMusic Produced for this Episode by: David Felton

Re-launching the pod and diving into a couple of topics that are central to every day of our lives. The Great Resignation is on, but why are so many people quitting jobs? And, a lot of money has changed hands over the past 20 months, but who's been making the most gains? Things are shaking up, its the same old story. Follow the show on twitter and instagram @disinformeddanShow Notes : https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-show-notes/nov8shownotes Source List : https://www.disinformed.ca/ag-sources/nov8sources Music Produced for this Episode by: David Felton

The Assorted Goods Podcast is a curious look at what's happening in the world. Every episode is a dive into a topic or news story, where we aim to slow down the never-ending stream of information to get a better understanding. It's a more casual perspective on life on earth. Stop by, have a listen, and enjoy. 

Just checkin' in with ya. Giving you the update on the past, present, and future of the show. A bookmark from the old to the new. See you all soon! :D -------- disinformed.ca dan@disinformed.ca Twit/Insta: @DisinformedDan

There's a lot of weird things that human beings do, maintaining lawns has got to be on the list. Why do we have this cultural norm of trying to make our little green spaces so perfect? Where did we get this idea from? Diving into the weird history of this quirky piece of western society and culture. Elements of wealth, culture, psychology and more, all tied up in our love of the lawn. ---------------- AssortedGoodsPod.com   Twitter: @AssortedGoodsPC Instagram: @AssortedGoodsPod Email: Talkbox@assortedgoodspod.com

There's a lot to know about the human brain, but what do we know about the inner-workings of gifted and Twice-Exceptional (2E) individuals? My guest this episode is Dr. Nicole Tetreault, as we discuss her book 'Insight Into A Bright Mind', as well as an assortment of topics including; anxiety, imposter syndrome, meditation, why we focus on the negative over the positive, and of course, how we can learn to work with and understand people with unique patterns of thought.  A jam-packed episode and a great conversation. Enjoy! AssortedGoodsPod.com ----------------------------- Twitter: @AssortedGoodsPC Insta: @AssortedGoodsPod Talkbox@AssortedGoodsPod.com

Why does it seem that when a crisis gets larger in size, its harder to get people to really care? Turns out, we can chalk this up to one of the many shortcomings of our wiring in our brains. Looking at the idea of 'psychic numbing' and how it affects our reactions to a crisis. -------------------------- Assortedgoodspod.com Twitter: @AssortedGoodsPC Instagram: @AssortedGoodsPod

As a little filler for your eardrums, a special release this week of an interview I did over on the podcast 'For the Trees' with Jeff Feightner. We had a good conversation about life, creativity, podcasting, all sorts of good stuff. So have a listen, and then check out For the Trees for more good talks with good people. Assorted Goods will be back with a new episode soon....ish..... Let's hope. Take care folks.   AssortedGoodsPod.com Twitter - @AssortedGoodsPC Instagram - @AssortedGoodsPod

More and more things in our lives demand that we give them a rating, or a review (podcasts especially). But what's lurking under the surface of all these 5-star ratings? Is anything what it seems? And do they even have an effect on people when they make choices? Taking a look at world of ratings and reviews. ------------------   Assorted Goods is a member of the No Phony Podcast Network, the All the People Podcast Network and is supported generously by DeanBlundell.com. Find more Assorted Goods below:   AssortedGoodsPod.com Twitter @AssortedGoodsPC Insta @AssortedGoodsPod

So many of us absolutely love to sleep, to catch some Z's as much as we can. But what do we know about why we spend a third of out lives out cold? What's really going on inside our bodies and brains while we're off in dreamland? Figuring out the secrets of our nightly rest, in this episode of Assorted Goods.   -------------   Follow on Twitter @AssortedGoodsPC Or Instagram: @AssortedGoodsPod Visit AssortedGoodsPod.com for more bits from me and the show

If you have a smartphone, odds are you've battled with the urge to constantly swipe, scroll, and tap, tap, tap your time away. We know that we've been lured into the never ending stream of content, messages and notifications, but what goes on in our heads when we're giving into the modern habit of cell-phone use? Taking a look at how in barely a decade, the whole world changed thanks to the smartphone, but did we even notice how much we changed along the way?   Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod) AssortedGoodsPod.com Talkbox@Assortedgoodspod.com

Almost everyone has moments where they can't get down to work on something important. And for some, procrastination creeps into every part of their lives. So with some serious help from Dr. Joseph Ferrari from DePaul University in Chicago, we're starting 2021 on the right foot by figuring out why we work against ourselves by avoiding getting it done! Check out Dr. Ferrari's blog on Psychology Today at (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/still-procrastinating) And find his outstanding book on the topic of procrastination at (https://www.amazon.com/dp/0470611588/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_-im8Fb0300Y8E)   Follow Assorted Goods on social media @AssortedGoodsPC (Twitter), and @AssortedGoodsPod (Insta) Also check out AssortedGoodsPod.com for some extras, and additional articles on the topics the show covers.

Time. It's so elemental to our lives that we never stop to think about the simple idea, what is time? But time is also such an overwhelming part of almost everything we do. This episode, we're taking a look at the very idea of time itself, how it plays a role in our lives, and why it can behave in mysterious ways.Come on a trip through time, here on Assorted Goods.   AssortedGoodsPod.com Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta (@AssortedGoodsPod)

Climate stories are always feel too big to wrap our heads around, so maybe a good way to approach the topic is to treat it like the gigantic issue it is. When we talk about cities slipping underwater, or extreme heat scorching regions of the world, how come we aren't talking about what that means? And how its all connected? In this century, tens of millions of people will be forced to move, and so much more about the way we live will change. So, when people talk about saving the earth, are we forgetting that we also need to save ourselves? Take a dive into the rising waters as Dan tries to figure out the big picture of what climate change will mean.   AssortedGoodsPod.com Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta (@AssortedGoodsPod)

How much do we all really know about elections? Or better yet, about democracy itself? Where it came from, how it evolved, but more than that, what the hell is wrong with democracy right now? The systems of giving choice to the people that have taken centuries to form are now eroding away. So let's get some understanding of all of this, and try to wrap our heads around yet another topic that should be too big for one episode, challenge accepted.   AssortedGoodsPod.com Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta (@AssortedGoodsPod)

An interview with author and journalist Matt Hongoltz-Hetling, where we discuss his new book 'A Libertarian Walks Into A Bear'. Talking about Libertarianism, how bears have been misunderstood, and also, a talk about the state of local journalism and media in America. Enjoy! Check out Matt's website as well at matt-hongoltzhetling.com

A bonus episode from Assorted Goods. Dan put together this guest episode for the podcast 'An Absolute Nobody'. September 1st 2020 is the 40th anniversary of the end of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope, his attempt to run from coast to coast across Canada in order to raise funds for cancer research. This episode is a look at Terry's life, impact and legacy 40 years later. To hear the rest of 'An Absolute Nobody' the podcast series created by JayRay, the founder of the No Phony Podcast Network, become a Pateon subscriber to the Network at https://www.patreon.com/nophonynetwork  

A long dive into Amazon, the company that's changed how we buy anything and everything. Since '94 Amazon went from a garage and and a computer to the one of the most dominant and successful companies in history. But behind the smile-boxes and the 2-day shipping are some hard truths, about the company, its ethics, its treatment of employees and what is all means in this day and age. Get to know the the trillion-dollar behemoth, the man behind it all and the problems that continue to riddle this ever-expanding retail giant.

Back to a collection of stories this episode with a bit of a continuation of the conversation had in episode 34, profiling Bruce Franks Jr, who rose from the Ferguson protests and the early stages of the Black Lives Matter movement to become an elected official. But there's more to being the "St Louis Superman" than just fighting for change. Then, New Zealand is leading the way for solving a problem that affects millions of women. A strange true-crime story from Toronto, a weird thing humans used to do, a follow up on facial recognition and finally, a small nation's attempt to fight the quarantine blues... Settle back in for a jam-packed episode.   Don't forget to leave a rating and review.   AssortedGoodsPod.com Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod)

Assorted Goods takes part in the #PodcastBlackout by standing up and speaking out about the murder of George Floyd and the past week of events...

A groundbreaking episode of Assorted Goods, with the first ever guest interview on the show (Okay, its not THAT groundbreaking, but its still a big deal around here). Dan welcomes an old friend as his first guest, Carlo Trentadue, who is an educator, a football coach and an all around good guy. They sit down to talk about education in the modern world, how technology and social media play a role both inside and outside the classroom, what coaching the game of football is like these days and more... Its a long chat between two friends, and a good one at that.   If you like the show, tell a friend! Thanks for listening!   Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod) AssortedGoodsPod.com

In the most assorted of a goodie-type episode, we dive into a bunch of bits and pieces. First, what happens to all those clothes we toss aside, donate, and drop off for other uses. Do any of them end up actually on the backs of other people? Dan then has a rant about the state of news stories in the corona-world. A new segment makes its debut on the podcast, and a revival of book and movie recommendations. All topped off with the Assorted Goodness, bringing a little sunshine to your day.   AssortedGoodsPod.com #NoPhonyPodcastNetwork Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod)

Ever wonder what becomes of all those age-old photos of you floating around social media and the internet? One company has built a tool that makes every findable photo of you, well, easier to find. But who's reaping the benefits, and what are the risks? How advancements in facial recognition technology are changing security, policing, and privacy, faster than we can create laws to keep it all in check. Dan dives into it all and tries to figure out what the deal is with this 'Clearview AI' company. Revolutionizing policing? Or Destroying Privacy?   Follow on Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod) AssortedGoodsPod.com

An Assorted Goods Revival episode, combining the two parts of the pod's 'Tale of Two Healthcare Systems', the two-part look at the history behind the Canadian and American healthcare systems. Spanning episode's 5 and 6, this remix crams those parts together with a little updated narration. At a time when healthcare is at the forefront of our minds, what better time to brush up on your healthcare history. Follow Assorted Goods: Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Instagram/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod) AssortedGoodsPod.com

In an attempt to avoid the craziness of the current news cycle, Dan dives into his folder of saved stories from the past year to find some interesting bits and pieces. But avoiding the corona seems to be impossible... The role of stress in our physical health, a restoration of swampy areas, a ban on fighting cocks, and surgeons forgetting a few things, all in this episode. Plus a follow-up to a story covered in episode #1, and another installment of 'Assorted Goodness' Drop a rating and review when you have the chance! And follow along with the pod... Twiiter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta/Facebook (@AssortedGoodsPod) AssortedGoodsPod.com #NoPhonyPodcastNetwork

An accidental deep dive episode, kind of... More of a 'rabbit-hole' episode. Starting with Twitter, and a potential change at the top of the company, but who are the people working to shake things up? And what does their past say about their possible intentions? Some classic, dirty, corporate boardroom politics, and just how far you can go with enough money.   Ps. Follow Assorted Goods on Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Also Instagram (@AssortedGoodsPod) Find the podcast on Facebook and at AssortedGoodsPod.com

Back with a collection of stories, this time taking a dive into the world of e-sports and how now, colleges and university are getting in on the trend, starting programs and even offering scholarships. Then, a look at how a nation is trying to change the hearts and minds of women living in isolated communities to accept health care for babies and their mothers. In the second half, a look at one of the more ambitious approaches to fighting climate change, and then a few stories that put the 'good' back in Assorted Goods, including finding a bright spot in the scary news of the moment. New episode, same old goodness.

In part 2 of our look at the Tulsa Massacre of 1921, the story of the massacre itself, how it began, and what happened in the days and weeks following. What became of Greenwood and its residents? The lies, the corruption and injustice, the struggle to rebuild, and the impossible job trying to take account of it all. Almost a century later, what does it all mean? What is Greenwood today? And what patterns can we see from Tulsa, through the decades, and into today? A jam packed episode, and the longest ever from Assorted Goods.

Almost 99 years ago, 35 blocks of an all-black neighborhood in a major American city was burned to the ground. But for all the years since, the Tulsa Massacre of 1921 has been mostly forgotten. How did the worst incident of racial violence in American history get ignored? How did it even happen to begin with?   In part 1, a look at the story of the city of Tulsa, the state of Oklahoma, and the mixture of events that led to the riot in 1921. Lies, racism, corrupt police, the power of media, and how the past is never easily forgotten.   Thanks for listening   Twitter (@AssortedGoodsPC) Insta (@AssortedGoodsPod) AssortedGoodsPod.com #NoPhonyPodcastNetwork

Back once again with the podcastin' goodness. Taking a look at the alliance formed between the two leading producers of the cocoa bean, and what it means for your chocolatey treats. Then, the WNBA has given their players a big raise, but how big of a step forward is it for the league? In the second half of the show, Dan tries to understand a shady trend that's popular among large companies, are the rich getting richer once again? And finally, looking at the progress being made with the gene editing tool known as CRISPR. Controversy? Or the start of a new age of treatments? All that jam packed into this little pod...

Dan tries to figure out what the "gig economy" is and what is means for the current landscape of work. Then, everyone loves a good Netflix binge, but is there a side-effect to all these data demands? The second half of the show includes a look at cannabis in Canada, one year later. And finally, how a small American college improved their school by adding a football team, while another, found a different kind of success by dropping the sport. And a small note about the Australian brushfires. Get your pod news fix

In a holiday edition of Assorted Goods, we take a look at a pair of Christmas-themed stories from out in the world. First, with the economics behind the iconic Christmas tree itself, why are tree prices soaring? And is there a shift coming to the kinds of trees people want to buy? Then, a look at just how much spending takes place during the holiday season, and how far in debt shoppers will go to meet the expectations that we've set for each other when the holidays roll in. In the second half of the episode, the creation and evolution of Christmas over the centuries. Is this really a Christian holiday? Or are its roots found in the religious traditions of another kind? Finally, the tale of a real Christmas miracle and a brief moment of peace within the chaos of war. The last episode of the 2010's has got all you need to settle in with a hot drink and a tasty snack.

Self-checkouts are suddenly everywhere, driving me nearly insane. Is this shift to more self-service a good change, or something to worry about? Then, tens of thousands of satellites are planned to launch in the coming years and it may come at the expense of our best views of outer space. In the second half, taking a closer look at the distinction between 'kill' and 'no-kill' animal shelters, and how their names don't tell any of the story. Finally, a virtual reality game that's about socializing with other users, and the unique communities forming within it. Check this episode. Do it! You'll like it! If you don't? We'll give you your money back.

Back once again with the podcast world's leader in rambling, smart-ass news. Diving into the toilet, kind of, by looking at the state of toilets worldwide. How man people are still without them? And is any progress being made? Then, the earth might finally be reaching its population peak, but why the decline? And does it spell trouble for the endless chase of economic progress? In the second half of the show, a couple of stories about dams, like big, concrete, water-blocking dams. There are hundreds of thousands worldwide, and whether or old new, there's some problems. Stop by and learn some stuff you maybe didn't know and just might forget shortly after.

In this episode of Assorted Goods, we get into a new report from the U.S. Military stating that supply shortages, mainly water supplies will be a major problem as a result of a changing climate, then, a study is painting a clearer picture of how our brains organize our memories while we sleep. In the second half, public school teachers have always been underfunded, and now they have a couple new ways of finding support for their classrooms, and themselves. Lastly, a new drug treatment is completely changing how Cystic Fibrosis is being viewed, and patient's now have a better chance than ever at a long healthy life. Thanks for listening! AssortedGoodsPod.com @AssortedGoodsPC (Twit) @AssortedGoodsPod (Insta) #NoPhonyPodcastNetwork  

Despite numerous efforts to give up and go home, the podcasting world's leading news and other stuff show has come back for episode #019, first looking at the state of California and its new law to allow college athlete's to receive compensation for their efforts. The pod then continues with its sports theme by taking a look at the NBA's conflict with the Chinese government, how did this battle get to where it is? After a funky halftime interlude of music, Assorted Goods then turns its attention to Europe and the legal dispute over whether or not people have the right to be forgotten by the internet (but is it even possible?) Lastly, a glimmer of hope amidst the brutal conflicts in the middle east. Girls learning self-defense and re-building their confidence through boxing, and the organization that is taking on these efforts. All that in this hot off the presses new edition of the Assorted Goods Podcast, available wherever you get your pods. Listen today!   AssortedGoodsPod.com @AssortedGoodsPC (Twitter) @AssortedGoodsPod (instagram)