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RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan
Feature: Is it time to seriously consider nuclear energy?

RNZ: Afternoons with Jesse Mulligan

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 19:22


Nuclear energy is having a moment. There are influencers on social media and platforms like YouTube explaining why they think nuclear energy is better than burning fossil fuels. Nuclear-free New Zealand, meet nuclear influencer Kyle Hill. He's a science educator with nearly three million subscribers on YouTube. His videos don't just explain nuclear energy, which he calls spicy rocks making steam. But his most popular content centers on his trips to nuclear power plants, as well as disaster sites like Fukushima and Chernobyl. He was also a social media ambassador for the Dogs of Chernobyl that live in the radioactive zone. He says his goal is to get people to look at the science of nuclear power and nuclear waste before deciding whether it's good or bad.

X-Ray Vision
NEWS: Lanterns Teaser, Scary Movie Trailer, Actor Awards, Mothra 65th Anniversary

X-Ray Vision

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 31:34 Transcription Available


This week on PREVIOUSLY ON…, Jason and Joelle break down the trailers for Scary Movie, which sees the OG cast returning to parody the latest horror hits, and the highly anticipated DCU series Lanterns, coming to HBO. They also cover the news that A24 is opening a Vegas wedding chapel for one day to promote the upcoming film The Drama, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, and discuss whether the reveal that Zendaya and Tom Holland were recently married was just a coincidence or some brilliant guerrilla marketing. Next, they discuss the Actor Awards (formerly the Screen Actors Guild Awards), including who the biggest winners and losers of the night were and whether this award show might be doing it better than the rest. They then cover the story of actor Jared Harris, of The Crown and Chernobyl fame, taking legal action after his likeness was used in AI-generated movie trailers. They wrap up with some rapid-fire headlines, including HBO Max and Paramount+ being merged into one streaming platform, directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller stating that Project Hail Mary contains zero green-screen shots, and Marvel Rivals announcing that the game will feature several MCU tie-ins in the months leading up to Avengers: Doomsday. Plus, we get a special report from Rosie on Mothra’s 65th Anniversary, LIVE from the Godzilla Hotel in Shinjuku, Tokyo! Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One More Thing Before You Go
Travel Is No Vacation: How Ann & John Cinnamon Explored 120 Countries Together

One More Thing Before You Go

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 54:03 Transcription Available


Travel isn't always glamorous — but it's always transformative. In this cinematic conversation, Michael sits down with Ann Craig‑Cinnamon and John Cinnamon, a married duo whose 30‑year journey across more than 120 countries has shaped their lives, their marriage, and their understanding of the world.Ann and John are award‑winning broadcasters, entrepreneurs, documentary filmmakers, and authors of Travel Is No Vacation: A Love Story — a memoir that explores the beauty, chaos, humor, and humanity found in global travel. From gorilla trekking in Rwanda to hiking the Himalayas, from snorkeling with sea lions in the Galapagos to visiting Chernobyl, their stories reveal how travel challenges us, changes us, and teaches us who we are becoming.In this episode, we explore:How travel becomes a mirror for identity and partnershipThe unspoken rules of navigating unfamiliar culturesThe highs, lows, and unexpected moments that shaped their journeysWhy meaningful travel is less about the destination and more about the people you meetHow adventure, curiosity, and compassion can deepen connectionWhat they've learned about humanity after visiting all seven continentsThis is a warm, humorous, deeply human conversation about love, resilience, and the stories we collect along the way.One more insight. One more story. One more thing before you go.Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcastWant to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- PodcastsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Wealth Formula by Buck Joffrey
AI Is About to Trigger an Energy Crisis Most People Don't See Coming

Wealth Formula by Buck Joffrey

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 30:11


There is one truth that has followed every major technological revolution in human history. Energy demand always rises to meet technological capability. When we industrialized, coal consumption exploded. When we built the modern transportation system, oil demand reshaped global geopolitics. When we entered the digital age, electricity quietly became the backbone of the global economy. And now we are entering the AI era. What most people don't appreciate is that AI is not just a software revolution. It is an electricity revolution. Training a single advanced AI model can consume as much electricity as tens of thousands of homes use in an entire year. And once trained, these models continue to run inside data centers filled with specialized hardware operating 24 hours a day. A single large AI data center can require over 1 gigawatt of power. To put that into perspective, that's enough electricity to power roughly 700,000 homes. One building consuming the equivalent of a major city. Now consider that companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Amazon are planning dozens of these facilities. Suddenly, you begin to see the scale of what's happening. Even individual AI queries consume more power than traditional computing tasks meaningfully. One estimate suggests an AI query can use roughly 10 times the electricity of a traditional search query. That difference seems trivial until you multiply it by billions of interactions per day. This is why, for the first time in decades, electricity demand in the United States is accelerating again. For nearly 20 years, electricity demand was relatively flat. Efficiency gains offset economic growth. But AI, electrification of transportation, and domestic manufacturing are reversing that trend. And here's where the story becomes even more interesting. China understands this. China is building power infrastructure at a pace that is difficult to comprehend. They are adding entire national-scale power capacity every few years. In 2023 alone, China added more new coal power capacity than the rest of the world combined. At the same time, they are installing solar and wind at record rates, becoming the global leader in renewable deployment. They are not choosing one energy source. They are choosing all of them. Because they understand that energy availability determines technological leadership. Meanwhile, in the United States, building new power plants and transmission infrastructure can take a decade or more due to regulatory hurdles, permitting delays, and political resistance. This creates a very real risk. The country that can generate the most reliable, scalable energy will have a structural advantage in AI, manufacturing, and economic growth. Energy is becoming the limiting factor. And whenever something becomes a bottleneck, investment opportunities emerge. We are entering a period where trillions of dollars will be spent on power generation, grid modernization, nuclear energy, solar, battery storage, geothermal, and technologies that most people have never even heard of. Some of the biggest fortunes of the next decade will likely be tied directly or indirectly to solving this energy constraint. In today's episode, we explore alternative energy sources, the challenges we face, and the technologies that may power the future. Because understanding energy is no longer optional if you want to understand where the world is going. And as investors, those who see these shifts early have the opportunity to position themselves ahead of the crowd. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D0Lpmq0SAvo Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/548-ai-is-about-to-trigger-an-energy-crisis-most/id718416620?i=1000752299883 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5l4674hFIJPWkz0spMq4YL Transcript Disclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI and may not be 100% accurate. If you notice any errors or corrections, please email us at phil@wealthformula.com.  Welcome everybody. This is Buck Joffery, the Wealth Formula podcast. And today, before we begin, I wanna remind you as always, there is a website associated with this podcast, wealthformula.com. That’s where you want to go. If you have, uh, an interest in uh, ing more in the community in particular, there is a, a credit investor club. AKA investor club, which you need to sign up for. Uh, go to wealthformula.com and see some private deal flow at, uh, no cost to you, uh, that, uh, you might have an interest in. Uh, let’s talk about today’s show. It’s a little bit about, uh, something. You know, that is, uh, on I think, a, a major issue, uh, going into the next decade. Um, you know, there’s one truth that’s followed. Every major technological revolution in human history. Energy demand is always rise, uh, to meet technological capability. You know, when we industrialize, uh, coal consumption exploded, obviously when we built modern transportation system oil. Demand, uh, reshaped global geopolitics. And when he entered the digital age, electricity became the backbone of the global economy, and now we’re entering the era of artificial intelligence. Now, what most people don’t appreciate is that AI is not just a software revolution, it’s an electricity revolution. Uh, training a single advanced AI model can consume as much electricity as literally tens of thousands of homes in an entire year. And once trained, these models continue to run inside data centers filled with specialized hardware operating 24 hours a day. A single large AI data center can require what’s called a entire one gigawatt of power. Now, what’s a gigawatt? Well, to put this all into perspective, that’s enough electricity to power. Roughly 700,000 homes, one building consuming the equivalent of a major city. Now, consider that companies like Microsoft, Google Meta, Amazon, they’re applying to build dozens of these facilities, and suddenly you begin to see the scale of what’s happening. Uh, even individual AI queries when you do them, they consume a lot more power than traditional computing tasks. Um, there’s an estimate that suggests that an AI query. Can use roughly 10 times the electricity of a traditional, uh, search query. The difference seems trivial until you multiply that by like billions of these interactions per day. And that is why for the first time in decades, electricity demand in the United States is accelerating again and doing so quickly. Now you might ask, well, you know, what’s been happening for the last 20 years? Well, electricity demand was actually relatively. Flat. And a lot of that is because of efficiency gains, offsetting economic growth, but ai, electrification of transportation, domestic manufacturing, they’re all gonna reverse that trend. And, and here’s where the story becomes even more interesting, because we know that China already understands this. China’s building power infrastructure at a pace that’s difficult to really even comprehend. They’re adding entire national skill, power, capacity every few years. In 2023 alone, China added more new coal power capacity than the rest of the world combined. And at the same time, they’re installing solar, wind, all these things at record rates becoming really the global leader in re renewable deployment. So you don’t think of China is that way, but they are. They’re not choosing one energy source. They’re choosing all of them. And because they understand that energy availability will determine technological leadership. Meanwhile, in the US things are kind of slower. Building a, a new power plant and transmissions infrastructure can take a decade or more. We got lots of regulatory hurdles and permitting delays in political resistance that the Chinese don’t have, and that creates a lot of risk. The country that can generate the most reliable, scalable energy, we’ll have a structural advantage in AI manufacturing and economic growth. And that is a big, big deal because energy at the end of the day is becoming. The limiting factor for growth, and whenever something becomes a bottleneck, you also get investment opportunities that emerge. So we’re entering a period where trillions of dollars will be spent on power generation, grid modernization, nuclear energy, solar battery, geothermal, you name it. And a lot of those things you’ve never heard of. Some of the biggest fortunes of the next decades will be tied directly or indirectly to solving these energy constraints. That is why in today’s episodes we’re gonna explore these alternative energy sources, kind of get an idea of what’s going on with them. I know it doesn’t sound super exciting or sexy, but understanding energy right now is, is not optional. If you wanna understand where the world is going, and as investors, those who see these shifts early are gonna have an opportunity to position themselves ahead of the crowd, and we’re gonna have. A conversation to highlight all of that right after these messages. Wealth formula banking is an ingenious concept powered by whole life insurance, but instead of acting just as a safety net, the strategy supercharges your investments. First, you create a personal financial reservoir that grows at a compounding interest rate much higher than any bank savings account. As your money accumulates, you borrow from your own. Bank to invest in other cash flowing investments. Here’s the key. Even though you’ve borrowed money at a simple interest rate, your insurance company keeps paying. You compound interest on that money even though you’ve borrowed it at result, you make money in two places at the same time. That’s why your investments get supercharged. This isn’t a new technique, it’s a refined strategy used by some of the wealthiest families in history, and it uses century old rock solid insurance companies as its back. Turbocharge your investments. Visit wealthformulabanking.com. Again, that’s wealthformulabanking.com. Welcome back to the short rewind, uh, energy demand is, uh, rising, not just from ai but from electrification. Population growth, economic activity itself. At the same time, we’re trying to transition how energy’s produced, which creates, uh, real trade-offs around cost, reliability, and scale. Today’s conversation isn’t about, uh, ideology necessarily, but it’s about the economics of energy and what’s realistic as demand continues to grow. And to help us think this through. I’m joined by Dr. Ga Hockman, professor of Environmental and Resource Economics, with the PhD from Columbia University Gall. Welcome to the show. Good morning. So let’s just start very basic here. In your view, why does economic growth almost always translate into higher energy demand? Because production is very dependent on energy. And so whenever you wanna expand production, you wanna expand food, you need more energy. And this is actually what we’re trying to decouple, to create production processes that are less energy intensive. So as we grow, as we become happier, more viable, we don’t necessarily need more energy. So, uh, setting, uh, ai, artificial intelligence aside for a second, are we already in a path where electricity demand has to rise, you know, meaningfully over the next decade? I mean, what, what kind of projections do we look at there? We need to decouple growth from energy. We didn’t do that yet. As long as we don’t do it. Uh, growth will be associated with an increase in energy demand, not as much as AI has been introducing. And that is, uh, uh, uh, jumping to a higher step. Right. Now, you’ve mentioned this a couple times in the decoupling idea how in the big picture, like how do you do that? Uh, does the low hanging fruit that the US implemented from the 1980s, 1990s, and that is energy efficiency. It, which creates a win-win. Uh, it just changed the light bulbs in your, in your house. You save electricity, but you also save money ’cause these bulbs last much longer. Assuming their cost is not high enough. Is not too high. Uh, industry is the same thing. Introducing more efficient processes. Can result endless need for energy, but we need to go a step further to make it more meaningful and to introduce production processes that simply depend less on energy or depend less on energy that is polluting. Give us another example. I mean, the light bulb is an easy one, but, um, I mean, what are some large scale ideas for that energy efficiency issue? That you’ll think about when you think about these kind of decoupling ideas. Uh, another thing, just, uh, the appliances at home, uh, you want them to, uh, be more energy efficient and the windows you put on your houses, you want it to be double blast, maybe even triple in some cases that blocks the sun and helps I, uh, isolate the house better so you don’t need to heat it as much. Insulation is very important. Uh, very similar things exist in the commercial sector. Uh, if you look at the big retail stores, they’re using a lot of light bulbs. They’re using a lot of insulation to reduce their, uh, heating costs. If they are wanting to become more energy efficient. So these are not very complicated things that can really make a change in residential, in commercial. And you can then expand it further into production process in the manufacturing. And there are different examples also there. There’s also this big driver of energy in the next couple of decades, uh, which, you know, people talk about how many more terabytes we’re gonna need just to support the artificial intelligence revolution. Do you think it’s realistic, you know, just to focus on these efficient levels? Is that enough for, for how much energy we need? No, no. And we need to expand the energy. Uh, it’s important to expand it in ways that is cleaner energy, so it does not create harm. So you don’t create a good with a bad, uh, you wanna introduce energy that is cleaner so you don’t increase, uh, pollution. Uh, impact greenhouse gases. Um, so it is also the fuel mix that you’re using. The fuel sources. Will you use solar? Will you use hydro? Will you use, uh, wind, uh, bio bioenergy, same thing. Bioenergy crops. So you wanna exp expand, you wanna. Introduce a more diverse set of feedstocks that many of them are much more, uh, cleaner than the existing one. Uh, so the movement to renewable is important. Uh, and again, you don’t need to decrease the existing infrastructure, but the new infrastructure at least needs to come from a cleaner sources. You need to improve our use of batteries. Yeah. Let, let’s break down some of the things that you’ve talked about. So, solar, okay. Um, what did, what does solar do well and where does it struggle? Solar, people forget, in 2005 it was $10. Now it’s below $1. So we need to understand that there is a transition in the transition. Many times costly, but we need to learn and bring it down that. Learning came in terms of installation. The installation became much more efficient, uh, much less costly, much faster, and that brought the price of solar down. Uh, solar has been performing very well in many places. Uh, eh, solar today is cheaper than many of the most polluting, uh, infrastructure for power in the world. If I remember correctly, the number, it’s around 500 gigawatts, which is a big number. Uh, they can, that solar can outcompete the existing, uh, energy sources. Uh, where it’s struggling is that, um. Silicon will be is is in high demand and that is a creating a floor that prevents solar from going even lower, but it can also create a constraint in the future as you expand it further. Can you explain for, for us just the silicon issue? ’cause is that. So it’s just a, a silicon is a major component and we don’t have enough, is that what you’re saying? Yes. Yes, exactly. And then doesn’t that drive up the price of silicon? Yes, but we, we didn’t hit that. We, we we’re, we’re, uh, but there are actually various entities working on alternatives. From MIT to companies, uh, that are offering interesting solutions. Yes. You mentioned storage as well. Um, energy storage. Um, how close are we to storage being really viable at scale? I mean, this is, um, you know, we certainly, battery technology has improved, but, you know, how, how, how close are we to it? Becoming something that is, is really, really helping the issues. Uh, it’s challenging ’cause right now it makes it more expensive. But if the more we use it, the more we learn, the more we understand, the more, uh, efficient and cost efficient we can introduce it. Cost will go down. So it’s like the, how do you push it forward? How do you adopt these technologies? Now, we should always remember that there are, in some places, it is already very viable. But it demands certain, uh, uh, circumstances. For example, uh, the Southwest has a location where it has, uh, underground water and solar. The solar heats the underground water. So the underground water becomes the storage that, uh, then the steam becomes the electricity in the night. And that is a very viable process. Hydro with wind goes also very well, and again, uh, they manage to store, uh, use the wind to bring water upstream, and then when there’s no wind, the water flows downstream and through hydro creates electricity. Batteries, it’s technology. Uh, will a breakthrough come one day? I believe so, but again, I, I can’t predict it. Um, we can talk about, um, you know, natural gas, right? I mean, natural gas doesn’t get much attention, uh, in the transition narrative, but how important is it today in maintaining grid stability in supporting renewables? Reliability is more important than prices to many of us. No one likes blackout and if you talk with the, those that monitor and and manage the electricity markets, that’s their top priority, not the price. Uh, we don’t like it when we don’t have electricity. We we’re very dependent on it. So reliability is definitely be, uh, uh, uh, a must before you even move towards renewables. Absolutely. Before prices even, uh, uh, for anyone in the us. Um, so NA Gas has the potential, uh, it has less. CO2. The problem with NA gas is that the infrastructure is leaking. That means that the pipeline are emitting and methane because of leaks. Uh, I believe that needs to be addressed. Uh, uh, natural gas has the potential to be used, but. You need to not use it with an infrastructure that is, uh, resulting in more damage than good. It kind of defeats the purpose of it. What would do you look at natural gas as a short term bridge or something that, you know, the, the system may rely on, you know, in, in a much longer, uh, timeframe, even with other renewables. I would be careful in creating a bridge because that this infrastructure is very expensive. Once you put the amount of money needed to create infrastructure, it’s very hard to change it. Having said that, you will have solutions that will use fossil fuels, which includes natural gas, even in the long run, simply because the cost and the benefits will add up in a way that. It won’t make any sense moving away from fossils. In my opinion, not everyone will agree with me. Yeah, but, and, and you do have technologies that can make fossil fuels much, much cleaner. Like carbon capture used in storage. Uh, that technology has a huge potential. You can recycle the hydrogen and recycle other components in the refinery process that results in a cleaner fuel. But it’s something that we need to incentivize the companies to do. Uh, a company will not do it independently ’cause it’s more costly and that’s important. How about nuclear? I mean, nuclear. Offers reliable carbon free, you know, power. Yet it hasn’t scaled the way many people expected. Um. Why is that people are afraid of nuclear. Look at the three Mile Island and, and look at Fukushima and Chernobyl for that matter. People remember those stories and that really resonates with them badly. And there’s also a problem in the accounting of nuclear. Even the most safest countries in the world like Japan will everyone considered super safe. Even they have an accounting problem. So there is the concern that. Even small amounts get leaked out to the wrong hands. That can be a very bad outcome. Eh? Having said that, there is, I don’t know. I don’t follow it too much, but I do know there is a drive to create small nuclear plants, mobile plants, eh, from my recollection for two, three years ago, the company that I heard of was very successful at that. Eh, Japan went back to nuclear different than Germany. By the way. Germany did not try to, uh, divest from nuclear. So there are some places that nuclear becomes very important. I think it’s also becomes important in some areas that work in ai. So it has been introduced as a source of electricity. Can you tell us a little bit about small modular reactors? There’s a lot of buzz about that. What, what exactly are they? I mean, how small are they? You know, safety wise, uh, they’re mobile, they’re not very big. And, uh, that makes them, uh, much more easier to manage and control as opposed to the very big nuclear plans. Nuclear is a base load. So you use it, you, once you turn it on, you don’t want to turn it off. It’s too expensive. The on and off, it takes it a long time to, to uh, ramp up. Uh, and, uh, mobile, uh, nuclear plants are addressing many of these concerns that exist with the big plants. So they are solving it in, in what I saw pretty well in some circumstances. How small are they? I mean, are they, so would you. Would a, you know, one of these AI data centers, or what would they just, would they have one small modular react or they’ll need more than that? They’ll need more than that. Oh, they need more, more than one. Yeah. Yeah, yeah. So they’re, they’re pretty small or they like, you know, the size of a car or they. How, how small are these things? No, they’re bigger than the car, but they’re not too big. If you know of a nuclear plant, the old one, you see these big round, uh, domes, uh, they’re, they’re not that big. They’re, they’re much smaller, but they’re not as small as a car. Yeah. And so you could run maybe, uh, a, an AI center with a couple of those or something like that. Is that the idea? They have, you can see some of them. There are examples in Texas where you have the, the center basically is surrounded by small units. Are they generally safer to use, and if so, why is that? Uh, I’m not a nuclear guy. I’m not a physic. I should be careful in it, but I, I, what I understood, they’re safer to use. Also, the material i, i I is not reaching, uh, levels that safer levels than you would need for, for example, for bumps and, and stuff like that. So they’re keeping everything at a safer level. When you step back and look at the whole system and think about. What’s gonna happen in the future? Do you think it’s more likely to be dominated by one energy source or like a diversified mix as we’ve been going through? I believe a diversified mix. I also believe that in some places you will always have fossil fuels. In some places you’ll have a very quick transition to renewables. Uh. Uh, we need to look at the system view. In some places it’s easier to clean the dirty fuel. In some places it’s just easier to introduce the, the clean fuel. Uh, some places I do believe you see, for example, developing world does not have the capacity to electrify. We talk about electrification and some people are very enthusiastic about it. You don’t see it in the development world. They don’t, they lack even the US And there is a study in Princeton that came, I think three years ago. Um, if you electrify the whole US today, you need to almost triple the grid capacity. Just understand what the magnitude of money that needs to be invested to get there. Is huge. Now developing countries definitely don’t have it. Even the US doesn’t have that capacity. So, uh, developing countries, I think you might see a lot more biofuels, a lot more, uh, other, uh, substitutes that exist that are easier for them to manage. And then a system view or a more complete view is needed ’cause it’s not. What is the most efficient process? Is what process fits best in a certain area, and, and that will create a lot of heterogeneity, I think. Do you have a sense in the us I mean, what, what do you think ends up being? There’s gotta probably be one, you know, dominant source that it will, will kind of come to friction based on our own. Economics in our own situation. Do you think that’s in the, in the near future? Is that solar, you think? I mean, what, what dominates in the future here? I don’t think you’ll dominate, even in the us you won’t dominate, uh uh. You have regions in the US that are very, uh, windy. Wind farms will be the optimal path. There are places that don’t have any clouds, 350 days a YA year. So solar is perfect there. Solar also creates employment and live view for certain communities so that the employment component is an important part. So you create. Income and, and, and, uh, in, in, in life, in, in economic variability in regions with the renewables, there are other regions that have, uh, a lot of supply of, uh, excess biomass or the capacity to produce a lot of biomass, and that creates them an alternative to use biomass ’cause that’s what brings them. Again, income, which is always important, but it also brings them a feedstock that might be of a, a lot of benefits. Um, and you will have regions that are heavily so heavily invested in fossils that it will never make sense to move away from fossils, but it will make sense to create cleaner fossils through carbon capture and storage in other ways. So I don’t think the US will move into one place or another. Yeah. Um, you know, you often hear discussions about, in the US about, um, our grid being outdated. Tell us sort of at, at a high level, if you wouldn’t mind explaining the issues with the grid and, you know, what, what kind of issues that brings up as we need more energy sources. Just look at the power plants. They were, look at their ages, the age of power plants. Look at and, and then there are a few that were supposed to be retired and now have been extended, but just. That by itself is sufficient to create problems whenever you encounter a natural, uh, extreme event that, uh, stresses the system. Uh, we saw with Sandy in the northeast. The northeast was, a lot of the infrastructure was outdated. Sandy came, the system collapsed. They fixed it now, so they upgraded it. There is, uh, uh. Some of the utility. Again, I’m not, I’m following anecdotal evidence and news, not beyond that, but some of the companies are striving to improve their grid and they are trying to, uh, introduce a more sustainable and reliable system again, ’cause reliability is so important. What does, what does it mean really to even update the grid? I mean, just for people who are not in this space, what does that even mean to upgrade it? You, you, you change the equipment, you upgrade the equipment, you better manage the inter, uh, interaction of trees and, and, and the electricity lines. Uh, you bring electricity lines underground. You also improve a lot of the infrastructure, uh, of the power plants and how they distribute the energy. So this whole infrastructure is being upgraded so it can support. For example, the ai. And that actually is something that the AI might bring as a very positive thing. So it will force the system to, uh, upgrade, to introduce more efficient processes, uh, distribution mechanisms that are more resilient, which I think is important. I hear we’re kind of behind when it comes to this, when you compare it to China. Can you talk a little bit about that? China has a different structure of, or economic structure. So a lot of the, uh, driver, the driver in China is the government and money that the government allocates to these alternative technologies, and that creates a very strong drive for renewables. Eh, China is also a big driver in coal in China, so. It’s basically where the government decides to put the money, and that’s where you see the industry flourish. If you look at the numbers, the investment numbers, China outpaces any country in the world in terms of the value invested per year in the recent years, and, and they’re producing a lot more, a lot more energy than us too. Isn’t that correct? I mean, I, I’ve just been, just in terms of following the AI news, I keep hearing about it. China has no. So many more terabytes than us, uh, of energy, uh, ability. Is is that true? Uh, that I don’t know. I don’t know exactly ’cause, uh, I know they’re producing a lot. I know they are expanding a lot, and I know that in the solar space, for example, they dominate because of that. They’re already, they’re also starting to dominate in the electric vehicle space. Uh, they’re becoming to leaders in those areas. Yes. Um, big picture, I think if you wanted to sort of sum up some of the, you know, major issues that you think that, you know, people like us who are. Investors or you know, just people wanna know what’s happening in the future. Like what, what’s, what’s the message for, for people? I would, I would try to make my house more efficient. I would try to, uh, and it’s important to understand this is not only about, it is about greenhouse gases, but it’s also about if your house is more efficient, you are also paying less money. And that has a lot of benefits to it. Similar logic can follow to the industries and how they work, how, and, and conserving energy is not necessarily coming at the cost of being more or less productive. That’s what we need to understand. You can conserve energy and still produce more. You can become more efficient and you can still, and you can reduce your dependencies on, uh, energy, which I think is important. Dr. Ga Hoffman, thank you so much for being on Wealth Formula Podcast today. Thank you for inviting me. You make a lot of money but are still worried about retirement. Maybe you didn’t start earning until your thirties. Now you’re trying to catch up. Meanwhile, you’ve got a mortgage private school to pay for, and you feel like you’re getting further and further behind. A good news. If you need to catch up on retirement, check out a program put off by some of the oldest and most prestigious life insurance companies in the world. It’s called Wealth Accelerator, and it can help you amplify your returns quickly, protect your. And money from creditors and provide financial protection to your family if something happens to you. The concepts here are used by some of the wealthiest families in the world, and there’s no reason why they can’t be used by you. Check it out for yourself by going to wealthformulabanking.com. Welcome back to the show everyone. Hope you enjoyed it. And, uh, yeah, again, you know, the goal of this show is really to give you, you know, a, a macro look at what’s going on in the world and one of the things that is. Clearly an issue for the United States is energy production. And so, um, you know, stay on top of this stuff. This is, you know, this is where the puck is headed, right? Um, ai, all these things that are, are really, uh, driving the next decade of growth. Really depend on it. Anyway, that is it for me. This week on Wealth Formula Podcast. This is Buck Joffrey signing off. If you wanna learn more, you can now get free access to our in-depth personal finance course featuring industry leaders like Tom Wheel Wright and Ken McElroy. Visit wealthformularoadmap.com.

Retro Gaming RoundUp
RoundUp225 - Chernobyl Fallout

Retro Gaming RoundUp

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 382:11


First Segment (00:00) Top Ten Sidekicks (00:00) Gaming Trivia (1:50:50) Hardware Flashback (1:51:18) Dinosaur Pie (2:39:07) Outrun: Magical Sound Shower (3:48:36) Guinness Gaming Records (3:54:59) Live News And Listener Views (3:57:50) Random Thoughts (6:17:40) URLs And EMails (6:19:17) See the Shownotes Page. Suggest a future Top Ten Topic here. Watch the unedited Live News Video. Submit your news items to news@retrogamingroundup.com to have them discussed on the show. Chat with us on Discord. Podcatch via the RSS Feeds. Stream the show 24/7 or listen to RGR Radio. Donate to the show or support us on Patreon.

Ciência
Conflito no Médio Oriente: "Há uma clara indicação que o Irão quer ter armas nucleares"

Ciência

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 8:31


O enriquecimento de uranio a 60% é um facto comprovado no Irao, mas os bombardeamentos norte-americanos e israelitas ameaçam as instalaçoes nucleares no pais, assim como na regiao, agravando o risco deste conflito. O programa nuclear do Irão foi apresentado como o principal motivo para os ataques norte-americanos e israelitas contra o país desde sábado, que resultaram, até agora, na morte do Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, assim como dezenas de dirigentes iranianos. Em Junho do ano passado, os Estados Unidos já tinham bombardeado o Irão, atingindo três centrais nucleares. Em entrevista à RFI, Rui Curado da Silva, Investigador principal no laboratório de Instrumentação e Física Experimental de Partículas da Universidade de Coimbra, em Portugal, explica que ao contrário do que aconteceu no Iraque, há provas imparciais que o Irão detém centenas de quilos de urânio enriquecido numa percentagem que indica a intenção de produzir armas de destruição maciça. "No Irão temos a inspecção da Agência Internacional de Energia Atómica, não são os Estados Unidos ou outro país que esta a dizer que eles tem urânio enriquecido. É a Agência Internacional de Energia Atómica que esteve no terreno. Portanto, não há dúvida nenhuma que eles têm centenas de quilos de urânio com mais de 60% de enriquecimento. E esse nível de enriquecimento não é necessário para as centrais nucleares: Para produzir electricidade, bastam 5%. Ja para produzir armas nucleares é necessário 90%. Portanto, aqui há uma clara indicação que o Irão quer ter armas nucleares", explicou o investigador. O perigo agora, perante bombardeamentos cerrados em várias cidades no Irão, é atingir uma das centrais nucleares onde há este urânio enriquecido e, assim, espalhar este composto altamente perigoso. "Há vários tipos de perigo. Eu vou destacar os dois extremos. Imaginemos que os Estados Unidos acertam no sítio onde eles têm centenas de quilos de urânio enriquecido naquele nível. O que vai acontecer é que o urânio vai ser projetado a dezenas, centenas de metros, alguns quilómetros no máximo, e vai contaminar essa zona toda. Depois as pessoas não podem andar naquela zona, porque aquilo é perigoso. Existe uma central nuclear ali naquela zona que eles agora andam a bombardear no Irão. Existe outra, no outro lado do Golfo, que tem quatro reactores, que é uma central nuclear dos Emirados Árabes Unidos, e depois os dois porta-aviões americanos que lá estão e são movidos a energia nuclear. Têm dois reactores nucleares. Portanto, se houver algum ataque a um desses reactores a funcionar, o caso é muito mais grave, porque há muito material ativo, muito material utilizado, que é muito perigoso, que pode incendiar-se facilmente e emitir isótopos de urânio e material contaminado para a atmosfera a distâncias de 1000 quilómetros ou 2000 quilómetros", explicou Rui Curado da Silva. Um acidente deste género seria similar ao que se passou em Chernobyl, na Ucrânia, em 1986, que terá causado até agora 4 mil mortos devido à exposição à radiação. De forma a evitar conflitos baseados na posse e produção de armas nucleares, Rui Curado da Silva defende uma acção mais alargada e eficaz da Agência Internacional de Energia Atómica. Este cientista integra o grupo Union of Concerned Scientists, ou União dos Cientistas Preocupados, que defende que, face ao conhecimento que existe hoje da energia atómica, a regulação internacional devia mudar. "Isto deveria passar por uma partilha de responsabilidades similar ao que já existe na União Europeia, onde são definidas regras para quando os países não cumprem os acordos. Existem consequências. E neste momento, os países que fazem parte da Agência Internacional de Energia Atómica têm consequências muito limitadas", concluiu o cientista.

Physics World Stories Podcast
Chernobyl at 40: physics, politics and the nuclear debate today

Physics World Stories Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 53:07 Transcription Available


On 26 April 2026, it will be 40 years since the explosion at Unit 4 of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant – the worst nuclear accident the world has known. In the early hours of 26 April 1986, a badly designed reactor, operated under intense pressure during a safety test, ran out of control. A powerful explosion and prolonged fire followed, releasing radioactive material across Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, with smaller quantities spewing across Europe. In this episode of Physics World Stories, host Andrew Glester speaks with Jim Smith, an environmental physicist at the University of Portsmouth. Smith began his academic life studying astrophysics, but always had an interest in environmental issues. His PhD in applied mathematics at Liverpool focused on modelling how radioactive material from Chernobyl was transported through the atmosphere and deposited as far away as the Lake District in north-western England. Smith recounts his visits to the abandoned Chernobyl plant and the 1000-square-mile exclusion zone, now home to roaming wolves and other thriving wildlife. He wants a rational debate about the relative risks, arguing that the accident's social and economic consequences have significantly outweighed the long-term impacts of radiation itself. The discussion ranges from the politics of nuclear energy and the hierarchical culture of the Soviet system, to lessons later applied during the Fukushima accident. Smith makes the case for nuclear power as a vital complement to renewables. He also shares the story behind the Chernobyl Spirit Company – a social enterprise he has launched with Ukrainian colleagues, producing safe, high-quality spirits to support Ukrainian communities. Listen to find out whether Andrew Glester dared to try one.

The Latest Generation
Redux - Unforced Errors

The Latest Generation

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 18:14


Originally intended to point out what a Crisis looks like, in the futile hope that maybe people in the USA would recognize when they were making them. Alas, this was not the case, and so we have a real peak Crisis happening.        Can we tell the start of a Fourth Turning by noticing the frequency and intensity of nation-level unforced errors? A look at the Soviet Union during the 1980s, when in retrospect the nation was clearly falling apart, and the unforced errors during that decade that might have been good indicators of what was happening.     https://www.airspacemag.com/history-of-flight/the-notorious-flight-of-mathias-rust-7101888/ "At about this time, Soviet investigators would later tell Rust, radar controllers realized something was terribly wrong, but it was too late for them to act."   In the 1980s, the Reagan administration released a publication called "Soviet Military Power" which was frankly intended to make the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics look more powerful than it was. In 1989, someone FINALLY put out a response to it, called Soviet Military Power, Annotated" which pointed out that it was frankly a propaganda document. Unfortunately, the annotations were also frankly propaganda. At one point it alludes to Rust's flight as having a lot of lucky coincidences that just happened to embarrass the Soviet Union on Border Guard day. It implies, that is, that Mathias Rust's flight sure looked like an intentional propaganda stunt that must have had direct help from someone who wanted to embarrass the USSR> Anyway, if it was the case that this was anything else, I'm rather confident that Rust would have been "disappeared" a while ago.     Googling us intelligence tracking Mathias Rust leads to a "Secrets of Signals Intelligence During the Cold War" - nothing there, really, that I used here, but it was interesting reading. (Okay, it no longer seems to lead there, but you can search for it directly, and there are some links that are evidently to the book itself.) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fall_of_the_Berlin_Wall https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Solidarity https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polish_Round_Table_Agreement   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Severomorsk_Disaster https://www.nytimes.com/1984/07/11/world/soviet-naval-blast-called-crippling.html   Listing them here for additional clarity and impact.   1979 - Afghanistan 1980 - Solidarity 1983 - KAL 007 1985 - Chernenko dies 1986 - Chernobyl 1987 - Mathias Rust 1989 - Berlin Wall Falls 1991 - August Coup   HBO's miniseries on Chernobyl influenced my views of the Chernobyl disaster by making the causes clear enough to be enthralling cinema. It's a good intro to the disaster, although parts of it are fictionalized. I could not find the cosmonaut cartoon, but saw it at work every day in 1985-1987. There was another cartoon I remember but also couldn't find about Solidarity: Polish &  Soviet leaders discuss the labor union, and assume that it was engineered by reactionary forces in the West. It then shows a small group of people reading from The Communist Manifest: Workers of the world, Unite! You have nothing to lose but your chains! That sixth Star Trek film is The Undiscovered Country, released in December 1991, only a few weeks before the official dissolution of the Soviet Union. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102975/

Back To One
Stellan Skarsgård

Back To One

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 38:59


Stellan Skarsgård is a celebrated Swedish actor whose career spans more than five decades across European and Hollywood cinema. He first gained attention in Scandinavia before becoming an international screen presence in films such as "Breaking the Waves" and "Good Will Hunting." He went on to deliver acclaimed performances in movies like "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo," "Dune," "Dune Part 2," and television series like "Andor" and "Chernobyl." In his latest, Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value," Skarsgård gifts us with perhaps his most robust and richest work in the form of Gustav, a once-prominent filmmaker struggling to mend fractured ties with his daughters. On this episode, he details the environment Trier created, through love, attention, and enthusiasm, that laid the tracks for that work to travel. He talks about the importance of "sabotaging your tools," why he's careful not to infect a director's vision, the emotional agility necessary for working with David Fincher, why relief from being an "acting addict" doesn't interest him, and much more! Back To One is the in-depth, no-nonsense, actors-on-acting podcast from  Filmmaker Magazine. In each episode, host Peter Rinaldi invites one working actor to do a deep dive into their unique process, psychology, and approach to the craft.  Follow Back To One on Substack and  Instagram

Process Safety with Trish & Traci
Human Factors Engineering: Designing Systems Around Our Limitations

Process Safety with Trish & Traci

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 7:11


Chernobyl, Bhopal, Three Mile Island, Deepwater Horizon, Texas City — What do they have in common? Human error or human factors were identified as contributing to the incidents. But what are these factors? Understanding how people actually perceive, decide and act is essential to preventing catastrophic industrial accidents and everyday errors. This In Case You Missed It episode brings the written word to life from the column:  Human Factors Engineering: Designing Systems Around Our Limitations

Sermons from Upper Dublin Lutheran Church
Living The Truth: From Havel To Jesus

Sermons from Upper Dublin Lutheran Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 16:44 Transcription Available


We connect Jesus' call to be salt and light with Havel's “power of the powerless,” Chernobyl's warning about lies, and Isaiah's demand for justice. We name silence as a tool of harm and outline concrete ways to act with courage, mercy, and truth.

Strange by Nature Podcast
The Fungus that Eats Radiation

Strange by Nature Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 37:58


Kirk starts us of this week with the bizarre story of a form of life that literally feeds on radiation. Found growing in Chernobyl, radiotrophic fungi are strange and amazing. Rachel tells us about a medieval potion from Bald's Leechbook containing garlic, onion, wine, and ox bile that scientists have discovered kills up to 90 percent of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Victoria lets us know about Pavement Mushrooms. These edible urban mushrooms can grow right through sidewalks and asphalt. These incredible mushrooms are a fascinating example of urban survivors. Species that are able to thrive in the harsh human environments we have created. Join us weekly for more strange nature. Our supporters on Patreon get every episode ad-free!  Support us: patreon.com/strangebynature Email us: contact@strangebynaturepodcast.com Visit us at: strangebynaturepodcast.com  where you can sign up for our episode emails.

John Clay Wolfe Show
#204 John Clay Wolfe Show 06.22.19

John Clay Wolfe Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 203:35


On this week's episode, Randy the Chipmunk introduces his new friend, Rocky (an "attack squirrel" rescued from a meth lab!), the Wolfe Pack reviews HBO's "Chernobyl" series, one prospective seller gives us cause to discuss "The Nut Sweat Effect" in car buying, and much much more!

True Creeps: True Crime, Ghost Stories, Cryptids, Horrors in History & Spooky Stories
Flowers: Superstitions, Scams, Superpowers, & the Unsolved Murder of Deltrece Benson

True Creeps: True Crime, Ghost Stories, Cryptids, Horrors in History & Spooky Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 64:31 Transcription Available


Join us as we chat about flowers! We'll discuss floral superstitions, scams, and superpowers. Plus, we'll talk about the mother of Deltrece Benson, who uses flowers as a way to keep her daughter's case from being forgotten.Join our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/truecreepspodcast/s/JVToI0ykGEJoin our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449439969638764A special thank you to our jam thief, Mary Quiton!https://www.patreon.com/truecreepshttps://www.truecreeps.com/shopwww.truecreeps.comHave an episode idea or a question about a case? Submit them here: https://www.truecreeps.com/ideasandquestionsTwitter @truecreepsInstagram @truecreepspodFacebook.com/truecreepspodEmail us at truecreepspod@gmail.comWhat is Numerology | World NumerologyWhy Scientists Plant Sunflowers After Nuclear Disasters | IFLScienceSunflowers, Cleaners of Nuclear Disasters   | United Academics MagazineCleaning up Chernobyl with Sunflowers – Athens Science ObserverWhat is Vitrification? - Hanford Vit PlantNortheast middle school | https://facebook.com/events/s/remembering-deltrece-benson-ca/441054820756857/ | FacebookTevlin: 25 years later foster mom still hopes a killer is found1990 NE... - 2nd Pct Minneapolis Crime Watch & Information | FacebookKARE 11 - Deltrece Benson was strangled on Feb. 9, 1990.... | Facebook30 years later, Minneapolis mom fights for justice | kare11.comMN - Deltrece Benson, age 12, Feb 9, 1990 | WebsleuthsThink You're Ordering from a Local Florist in Gresham? Here's the Truth About Online Flower Scams - Nancy's FloralAvoid floral scams while shopping for Valentine's Day gifts

Weird History: The Unexpected and Untold Chronicles of History

Once the world entered 'the nuclear age', things took a dramatic turn. From the Chernobyl meltdown in 1986 to the Three Mile Island incident, discover the events that shaped nuclear history. Uncover the plans the U.S. government has for nuclear attacks and delve into the mysteries of nuclear bunkers. This compilation provides insightful and chilling perspectives on the nuclear era. Chapters:00:00:00 - Everything That Had To Go Wrong For Chernobyl To Happen00:11:02 - Everything That Went Wrong on Three Mile Island00:21:28 - How a Soviet Soldier Saved the World From Annihilation00:31:57 - Everything The US Government Has Planned For Surviving A Nuclear Attack00:43:13 - How He Stumbled Upon The US Government's Nuclear Bunkers00:50:42 - Creepiest Chernobyl Stories You've Never Heard 00:00:00: Everything That Had To Go Wrong For Chernobyl To Happen00:11:02: Everything That Went Wrong on Three Mile Island00:21:28: How a Soviet Soldier Saved the World From Annihilation00:31:57: Everything The US Government Has Planned For Surviving A Nuclear Attack00:43:13: How He Stumbled Upon The US Government's Nuclear Bunkers00:50:42: Creepiest Chernobyl Stories You've Never Heard #nuclearage #Chernobyl #ThreeMileIsland #nuclearbunkers #USgovernmentnuclearplans #nuclearhistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/698f6792a83d287a27821e02 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A New Untold Story
Joshua - A New Untold Story: Ep. 486

A New Untold Story

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 61:32


The boys discuss Joshua, Obama, Billet Families, Chernobyl, and Apple TV on this weeks episode of A New Untold Story! Ads: ZBiotics - Head to https://ZBiotics.com/UNTOLD and use the code UNTOLD at checkout for 15% off. Factor - Head to https://factormeals.com/kb50off and use code kb50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. Quo - Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/ANUS. Gametime - Download the Gametime app and use code UNTOLD for $20 off your first purchase. Want more Anus? Check out the links below https://linktr.ee/anuspodcast Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:34 Chernobyl 09:16 Catholic School 12:17 Jason Derulo 16:13 Seventeen 23:30 Rat 27:46 Moving 32:08 AI 36:30 Egypt 40:57 Wheeling Miners 41:57 Billet Families 49:15 Obama 52:10 Apple TVYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/anuspodcast

KONCRETE Podcast
#370 - “I Found the Proof That Ends the Moon Landing Debate” | Tim Dodd

KONCRETE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 243:20


Watch every episode ad-free & uncensored on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dannyjones Tim Dodd is the creator of  @EverydayAstronaut  educating everyday people on space travel, space exploration, rocket science and much more. Tim has interviewed the most notable figures in the space program including SpaceX's Elon Musk, Former NASA Admin, Jim Bridenstine, Rocket Lab's Peter Beck, Tom Markusic of Firefly, Andy Lapsa of Stoke Space, and many more. SPONSORS https://bloodflow7.com/danny - Hit the link & grab some BloodFlow7 today for 30% OFF. https://irestore.com/dannyjones - Use code DANNYJONES for exclusive savings on the iRestore Elite. https://hexclad.com/dannyjones - Find your forever cookware & get 10% off. https://amentara.com/go/dj - Use code DJ22 for 22% off. https://whiterabbitenergy.com/?ref=DJP - Use code DJP for 20% off EPISODE LINKS @EverydayAstronaut https://everydayastronaut.com FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - The start of Everyday Astronaut 03:29 - Debunking the moon landing hoax 06:36 - Problems with Bart Sibrel's argument 08:08 - Getting to the moon without refueling 12:47 - The reusable rocket challenge 16:21 - Wernher von Bruan's refueling video 23:29 - Why we owe Nazis for rocket technology 30:31 - The upcoming Artemis II mission 37:30 - NASA's headquarters in Alabama 39:40 - Cost-plus contracting & SpaceX funding 41:37 - Boeing astronauts who got stuck in space 44:36 - How many satellites are in orbit 48:07 - Discovery of rocket science 53:00 - New rocket launch technologies 59:17 - Black budget propulsion technology 01:03:54 - Tim Taylor 01:10:33 - Neil Armstrong's expedition after the moon landing 01:13:48 - Best argument we DIDN'T go to the moon 01:16:45 - Explaining NASA's "erased" Apollo mission footage 01:25:46 - NASA's new administrator Jared Isaacman 01:31:16 - Elon Musk's plan for Mars & the moon 01:38:01 - The Van Allen Radiation Belts 01:46:43 - When humans will step foot on the moon again 01:51:45 - Watching a rocket launch in Kazakhstan 02:00:40 - Japanese billionaire buys ticket to fly around the moon 02:11:00 - What Russia & China are launching into space 02:14:56 - Discovery of Chernobyl fungus that eats radiation 02:21:31 - Why SpaceX is perpetually bankrupt 02:24:51 - Starship landing footage 02:31:42 - What Space Force is up to 02:37:18 - SpaceX is intentionally losing satellites 02:38:26 - OSIRIS-REx mission & asteroid space metal mining 02:44:46 - 3I/ATLAS 02:50:34 - AI is burying the truth 02:59:01 - Flat Earth & space mission conspiracies 03:00:51 - Jeff Bezos' Saturn V recovery mission 03:05:29 - Regenerative cooling on rocket boosters 03:09:34 - Why Artemis is going to the moon's south pole 03:14:06 - Mystery aircraft that deflected a missile 03:20:28 - Secrets astronauts are keeping from us 03:28:00 - Why the Apollo post-flight conference is not weird at all 03:36:01 - Debunking Bart Sibrel's "smoking gun" of moon landing hoax 03:42:01 - Inside the Apollo 11 lunar module 03:48:42 - The windows on Apollo 11 03:54:45 - Logistics of faking the moon landing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be
Media Monday: The Will Lewis Chernobyl Moment

Puck Presents: The Powers That Be

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 20:31


Besties Jon Kelly and Peter Hamby reunite to chop up the Will Lewis tragedy at the Post—what went wrong, what went wronger, and whether it's too late to fix this nightmare. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts

Tragedies often reveal what we're really made of. When times are unthinkably tough, heroes rise up, offering sacrificial acts of courage, endurance, and love toward others. These acts of faith are reflections of God's light, the brightness that shines when life is dim. Some of those heroic acts make headlines, while others are performed quietly. At Horizon, we'll explore six tragedies -- the Titanic, Chernobyl, Mount St. Helens, Concentration Camps, the Crippled Flight 1380, and the Chicago Fire -- and see how real people shone brightly amidst the darkness, pointing us to God's presence in suffering.

Nerd Culture - A Gamekings Podcast
#245 over Wonder Man, Pirates of the Caribbean 6 & Fallout Season 2

Nerd Culture - A Gamekings Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 70:33


De boys zijn weer terug voor een bomvolle aflevering, want Nerd Culture #245 zit ramvol series, films, trailers en industrie-praat waar je licht nerveus van wordt (op een goede manier). Van prestige-tv en arthouse tot keiharde franchise-moves, bizarre trailers en streamingmachtsverschuivingen: dit is weer zo'n aflevering waarin alles samenkomt.We blikken terug op wat we hebben gekeken, duiken in titels als Wonder Man, Fallout, Past Lives en The Matrix, en schakelen daarna moeiteloos door naar het grote nieuws: van Baldur's Gate op HBO en een mogelijke Metroid-film tot Pirates of the Caribbean die opnieuw de zee op wil. Verwacht meningen, context, zijpaden en het onvermijdelijke gekibbel.Pirates of the Caribbean 6 gaat een soft-reboot wordenDeze week was er nieuws over Pirates of the Caribbean 6, een franchise die na jaren van twijfel, mislukte plannen en creatieve stilstand eindelijk weer tekenen van leven vertoont. Disney lijkt serieus te willen resetten, met een nieuwe creatieve koers die het oude gevoel respecteert maar niet blijft hangen in nostalgie. We bespreken de mogelijke focus op een nieuwe generatie piraten, de opvallende betrokkenheid van 1917-schrijver Krysty Wilson-Cairns, de geruchten rond een “punkrock”-achtige nieuwe hoofdrol en de vraag die boven alles hangt: is er nog een plek voor Jack Sparrow, en zo ja, in welke vorm? Kortom: kan Pirates zichzelf opnieuw uitvinden zonder zijn ziel te verliezen?Baldur's Gate krijgt zijn eigen Dungeons and Dragons TV showWe hebben goed nieuws voor de DnD fans: Baldur's Gate krijgt een HBO-serie, onder leiding van Craig Mazin, de man achter Chernobyl en The Last of Us. En dit wordt geen hervertelling, maar een directe voortzetting van het verhaal van Baldur's Gate 3. We bespreken waarom dit een fundamenteel andere aanpak is dan bij eerdere game-adaptaties, hoe Mazins obsessieve liefde voor Dungeons & Dragons en BG3 hier een enorme rol speelt, en waarom HBO hiermee ineens een serieuze fantasy-titel in handen heeft die niet leunt op bestaande filmfranchises. Oude én nieuwe personages, politieke nasleep, morele consequenties en een wereld die groot genoeg is om jarenlang verhalen te dragen: dit zou wel eens de blauwdruk kunnen worden voor hoe game-verhalen voortaan naar tv worden vertaald.Timestamps:00:00:00 Nerd Culture #24500:00:40 Gamekings 25 jaar feest volledig uitverkocht00:01:52 Wat hebben we gekeken gelezen en geluisterd00:05:55 Marvel Wonder Man review00:10:44 A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms HBO preview00:16:23 The Matrix klassieker bespreking00:22:10 Past Lives film review00:25:38 Fallout Season 2 verwachtingen00:31:00 Michael trailer reactie00:33:10 Wonder Man mogelijk seizoen 2 Marvel Studios00:35:20 YouTube groter dan Netflix in streaming00:37:00 Komt er een live-action TMNT film00:40:38 Baldur's Gate krijgt HBO tv-serie00:44:19 Jurassic Park Super Bowl commercial00:48:00 Exit 8 trailer00:50:30 Henry Cavill eerste blik als Highlander00:51:12 Henry Cavill en Warhammer 40K project00:53:35 Pirates of the Caribbean reboot details00:58:08 Nintendo werkt aan Metroid film01:03:55 Texas Chainsaw Massacre tv-serie A2401:06:00 Neighbors trailer01:08:00 Kijk-tip Huey The Empire Strikes Door01:09:00 Kijk-tip Koos

Poured Over
Adam Higginbotham on CHALLENGER

Poured Over

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 52:24


Challenger by Adam Higginbotham is a definitive account of the infamous 1986 disaster told in a gripping, detailed account. Adam joins us to talk about the public's perception of NASA, the space shuttle program, investigative journalism, humanity, risk and more with cohost Jenna Seery. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Jenna Seery and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books (Episode): Challenger by Adam Higginbotham Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham  

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Mises Media
Are the Epstein Files the Chernobyl of the West?

Mises Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026


On this episode of Power and Market, Ryan, Connor, and Tho discuss the fallout from the release of the Epstein Files and what it means for how the masses view the elite.Don't forget, the Mises Institute's first event is coming up on February 21st in Oklahoma City. Join us for a look at Entrepreneurship Beyond Politics.Are you a grad student interested in Austrian economics? Consider the Mises Institute Summer Fellowship program this summer. Click here for more details.

The Chassidic Story Project
The Blessing Inside of the Curse

The Chassidic Story Project

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 22:08


This week I have three stories for you. The first takes place at a tisch of the first Belzer Rebbe, where a single piece of fruit changes everything. The second follows a chassid of Rabbi Mordechai of Chernobyl who sets out on a long business journey carrying two etrogim — one for his Rebbe, one for the holy Ruzhiner. And the third is a story of the Baal Shem Tov, told on a wedding day, when a debt of one thousand rubles arrives at the worst possible moment. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/the-blessing-inside-the-curse To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

The Rewind 1986 with Henry McKean 12pm Bank Holiday Monday the 2nd of February on Newstalk. It was the year of Top Gun. Crocodile Dundee and The Mission. Maradona and the Hand of God. The Challenger Space Shuttle disaster. Chernobyl. And the biggest hit of the year, Chris De Burgh's Lady in Red. Chris De Burgh talks about his friend Diana loving the song, how Pat Kenny influenced him to write it. And the song going to number 1 in 28 countries. It's the 40th anniversary

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts
Exploring | Landing Crippled Flight 1380: Focus

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 39:34


Tragedies often reveal what we're really made of. When times are unthinkably tough, heroes rise up, offering sacrificial acts of courage, endurance, and love toward others. These acts of faith are reflections of God's light, the brightness that shines when life is dim. Some of those heroic acts make headlines, while others are performed quietly. At Horizon, we'll explore six tragedies -- the Titanic, Chernobyl, Mount St. Helens, Concentration Camps, the Crippled Flight 1380, and the Chicago Fire -- and see how real people shone brightly amidst the darkness, pointing us to God's presence in suffering.

X22 Report
Obama/Clinton Prepare For Chaos,J6 & Rigged Election Being Exposed, Storm Approaching – Ep. 3829

X22 Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 100:03


Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture CA is a disaster, Newsom ran it into the ground follow the great reset and the green new scam. Now people and business are escaping. Walmart is leaving. Energy is the key to a strong manufacturing economy. Poland ramps up on gold. Gold has now overtaken the treasuries, everything is changing. The [DS] is panicking, they don’t have the people behind them like in 2020. Now they are left with their paid agitators. Obama, Clinton and Hollywood are preparing for chaos for the midterms. They have already put out the call. At the same time Trump is exposing Russia hoax, the rigging of the election and the J6 insurrection that the [DS] had against Trump. The D’s are in trouble Trump is putting pressure on the RINOs in the Senate to push the Save Act. Once this is done, it is game over. The D’s will push everything. Message was sent that the plan is in motion. Economy  (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/EnergyAbsurdity/status/2016553623270883769?s=20   non-viable alternatives to fossil fuels over the last 30 years: #Wind, #Solar, and #EVs. Despite all those TRILLIONS wasted, fossil fuels now account for an even HIGHER PERCENTAGE – 83% – of primary energy than they did 30 years ago. We must stop throwing away our children’s and grandchildren’s futures on false alternatives that simply do not and cannot work. https://twitter.com/visegrad24/status/2016793453007339819?s=20    be paying the LOWEST INTEREST RATE OF ANY COUNTRY IN THE WORLD. Most of these countries are low interest rate paying cash machines, thought of as elegant, solid, and prime, only because the U.S.A. allows them to be. The Tariffs being charged to them, while bringing in $BILLIONS to us, still allows most of them to have a significant trade surplus, though much smaller, with our beautiful, formerly abused Country. In other words, I have been very nice, kind, and gentle to countries all over the World. With a mere flip of the pen, $BILLIONS more would come into the U.S.A., and these countries would have to go back to making money the old fashioned way, not on the back of America. I hope they all appreciate, although many don't, what our great Country has done for them. The Fed should substantially lower interest rates, NOW! Tariffs have made America strong and powerful again, far stronger and more powerful than any other Nation. Commensurate with this strength, both financial and otherwise, WE SHOULD BE PAYING LOWER INTEREST RATES THAN ANY OTHER COUNTRY IN THE WORLD! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP https://twitter.com/JoeLang51440671/status/2016559031574311138?s=20 https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/2016890828925313192?s=20  TRIPLED since Q4 2019, driven by aggressive purchases by central banks and rising prices. Over this period, central banks have added ~4,500 tonnes of gold, including unreported purchases. At the same time, foreign Treasury holdings have remained unchanged. Gold is redefining the global monetary system. Central banks maintain FX reserves—typically a mix of currencies, bonds, and assets like gold—to stabilize their currencies, manage liquidity, and hedge against economic shocks. U.S. Treasuries have long been the go-to asset because they’re considered ultra-safe, highly liquid, and backed by the world’s dominant reserve currency (the U.S. dollar, which still accounts for about 57% of global reserves). Gold, on the other hand, is a “neutral” asset: it’s not tied to any single government’s policies, can’t be printed at will, and serves as a hedge against inflation, currency debasement, and geopolitical risks.This crossover isn’t just a blip—it’s a structural change driven by several factors: Key Driver Explanation Impact Geopolitical Tensions and Sanctions Events like the Russia-Ukraine war (leading to frozen Russian assets) and U.S. actions (e.g., tariffs, interventions in Venezuela) have eroded trust in dollar-denominated assets. Countries fear their reserves could be seized or devalued overnight. theguardian.com Accelerates “de-dollarization” efforts, especially among BRICS nations (e.g., China, Russia, India), which now buy gold at 3–5 times pre-2022 levels, averaging 60 tons per month. finance.yahoo.com Gold’s share in reserves has doubled to over 25% in the past decade. newsmax.com Rising Gold Prices and Diversification Gold’s price surge (up 70% in 2025 alone) mechanically boosts its reserve value, but central banks are actively adding to holdings rather than selling Treasuries outright. mining.com This reflects a pivot away from U.S. debt amid concerns over America’s $35+ trillion national debt, persistent inflation, and fiscal policies under the Trump administration. fundssociety.com Gold is now the second-largest reserve asset after the dollar (overtaking the euro in 2024), signaling a re-regionalization of global finance where gold absorbs outflows from U.S. bonds. lfde.com The gold and U.S. debt markets are similarly sized (~$25–30 trillion each), making this shift feasible without massive disruptions. Central Bank Strategy Emerging market central banks (e.g., People’s Bank of China, Central Bank of Russia) are prioritizing gold for stability in a multipolar world, while developed banks hold steady. americanhartfordgold.com Net purchases hit 1,000+ tonnes in 2025, with forecasts for similar levels in 2026. gold.org Could push gold prices higher—analysts at Goldman Sachs see $5,400/oz by end-2026, while extreme scenarios (full USD reserve loss) speculate $39,000–$184,000/oz if gold backs global money supply. vaneck.com This isn’t about ditching the dollar entirely but reducing over-reliance.   If trends continue, it could lead to sustained gold demand, higher prices, and a more fragmented international financial landscape. Political/Rights  DOGE Geopolitical https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2016915491194057147?s=20  https://twitter.com/MarioBojic/status/2016846881079300384?s=20 https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2016915405327962562?s=20   of China, Russia and Iran.    EU adds Iran’s Revolutionary Guards to terrorist list The European Union has added Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to its terrorist list in response to Tehran’s deadly crackdown on protesters in recent weeks. The bloc’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas said EU foreign ministers took the “decisive step” because “repression cannot go unanswered”. She said ahead of the decision that the move would put the IRGC – a major military, economic and political force in Iran – on the same level as jihadist groups like al-Qaeda and the Islamic State group. Source: bbc.com   War/Peace https://twitter.com/ianellisjones/status/2015933550822883607?s=20 https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2016654714071285944?s=20 Anti-air warfare (AAW): Defending against aircraft, missiles, and drones using its Aegis Combat System, which integrates radar, sensors, and weapons for tracking and engaging threats. Anti-submarine warfare (ASW): Detecting and neutralizing submarines with sonar systems, torpedoes, and embarked MH-60R Seahawk helicopters. Anti-surface warfare (ASuW): Engaging enemy ships or land targets with guns, missiles, and other weapons. Strike warfare: Launching long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles for precision strikes on ground targets. Ballistic missile defense (BMD): Intercepting ballistic missiles in flight, depending on configuration. Additional support roles: Maritime security, search and rescue, and intelligence gathering. https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2016914233233981950?s=20  right after reports of massive Israeli/US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, this is Moscow quietly confirming the hits while trying to de-escalate. Bushehr is Iran's only operating nuclear power reactor (Russian-built, ironically). If it got damaged or threatened, we’d be looking at Chernobyl-level fallout risks. Putin playing both sides: backing Tehran rhetorically but signaling “don’t go too far” to Washington/Jerusalem.   https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2016697707256025533?s=20 https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2016934089165853048?s=20      Medical/False Flags [DS] Agenda IT BEGINS: Zohran Mamdani Announces Plans to ‘Tax the Wealthy' to Compensate for NYC Budget Deficit (VIDEO) Well that was fast. Zohran Mamdani has been mayor of New York City for less than a month and he is already talking about raising taxes on the ‘wealthy' to make up the city's budget deficit, which he claims is on par with the Great Recession. Get ready to see a lot of Uhauls leaving the city. CNBC reports: New York Mayor Mamdani says city must hike taxes on wealthy to fill $12 billion deficit New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday said the city's wealthiest must pay more in taxes to help fill the staggering budget deficit of more than $12 billion that he was left by his predecessor. “This is at a scale that's actually greater than what we saw here in New York City during the Great Recession,” Mamdani said of that budget hole during an interview with CNBC “Squawk Box” co-anchor Andrew Ross Sorkin at City Hall.   Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2016689992932749554?s=20 https://twitter.com/Breaking911/status/2016622314306109944?s=20 https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2016825781926662360?s=20   https://twitter.com/Breaking911/status/2016863073173114959?s=20   https://twitter.com/Breaking911/status/2016855148723593379?s=20 https://twitter.com/christopherrufo/status/2016702846822207663?s=20 https://twitter.com/EricTeetsel/status/2016681981887623280?s=20 https://twitter.com/MattWalshBlog/status/2016688511017947273?s=20 benevolent and humble servant of the oppressed. Then when it turns out — as it literally always does — that he was actually a violent unhinged degenerate weirdo, they will immediately pivot and insist that his character and personal life don’t matter actually. We were told Alex Pretti had no criminal record but we now have video of him spitting on and attacking ICE agents Was he charged for this? https://twitter.com/StevenCheung47/status/2016702063334334904?s=20   https://twitter.com/StevenCheung47/status/2016714718430310577?s=20 https://twitter.com/StevenCheung47/status/2016712434606559516?s=20 https://twitter.com/StevenCheung47/status/2016708027559141441?s=20 https://twitter.com/StevenCheung47/status/2016704306401976345?s=20 https://twitter.com/FrontlinesTPUSA/status/2016734414537990436?s=20 https://twitter.com/Mollyploofkins/status/2016377949121884259?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2016377949121884259%7Ctwgr%5Eb6afd1fffe8094942ed0a2c48dbd21175293b47b%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Fwatch-has-been-actress-molly-ringwald-claims-trump%2F   https://twitter.com/CollinRugg/status/2016691592619516200?s=20   “But the rest of us would survive… This is the time for a revolution.” Brandon Johnson Says He's Coordinating With Other Democrat Mayors To Thwart ICE Democratic Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson admitted Wednesday he was “in regular communication” with other mayors leading so-called “sanctuary cities” in efforts to impede enforcement of federal immigration laws. “To respond to the operation in Chicago, I leaned heavily on other cities' responses, like Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass shared her experience governing while the city was in Trump's crosshairs,” Johnson said. “We've been in regular communication both at the executive level and the staff level with cities like Minneapolis and Portland, Oakland, Boston, and Denver and Baltimore to learn from each other's experiences and develop strategies to protect our constituents.” Source: dailycaller.com   https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2016645995606552671?s=20 https://twitter.com/bitchuneedsoap/status/2016520711951564977?s=20   https://twitter.com/StephenM/status/2016662505930584574?s=20   President Trump's Plan BREAKING: ICE and CBP to DRAW-DOWN Number of Forces in Minnesota After Tom Homan Strikes Deal with State Officials – Here Are the Details (VIDEO) https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2016865706126545214?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2016865706126545214%7Ctwgr%5Ef45391945d583495415892fba4a2de7da17713e7%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Fbreaking-ice-cbp-draw-down-number-forces-minnesota%2F   just 3 days! Tom Homan means business. https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2016867645958529115?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2016867645958529115%7Ctwgr%5Ef45391945d583495415892fba4a2de7da17713e7%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Fbreaking-ice-cbp-draw-down-number-forces-minnesota%2F   Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2016868888491761913?s=20  https://twitter.com/KurtSchlichter/status/2016584955472838709 https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2016737774288654360?s=20 https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2016938140326645996?s=20   https://twitter.com/Rasmussen_Poll/status/2016868004798124447?s=20   https://twitter.com/FlipCrypt/status/2016359757557141542?s=20  court” “How do you set the stage” The raid showed pictures of files, one was in a bathroom, and another a stage. Funny because Hilary deleted 600k emails, from a server, kept in her bathroom. What would it look like if we “had it all” How do you set the stage? How do you inject evidence into a Grand Jury conspiracy case for Russiagate? I think a lot of the comms right now, and the actions around the country show preparation for this Grand Jury to conclude. It could take weeks, or even months. But my bet is those boxes set on the stage are Russiagate and beyond. The boxes in the bathroom are Hiliary’s emails, and currently, a grand jury is having a look at it all. https://twitter.com/FultonCo_GA_GOP/status/2016671877297488352?s=20 County Board of Elections literally denied these requests. The Georgia State Election Board has been trying for 4 years to get the records.  Including issuing a subpoena for the ballots and other records.  And ALL of those efforts have failed.  Until today. I applaud Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel for finally searching for and retrieving the records from the 2020 election that the U.S. Attorney General under federal law is entitled to receive and review.  It is my hope that the FBI is in the process of getting every box of 2020 election materials in that warehouse to be able to piece together, once and for all, the truth about 2020. I am dedicated to making sure to the best of my ability that elections in Fulton County are accurate.  Let's hope this starts a new chapter in Fulton County for transparency and accountability.” Julie Adams Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections Republican Party Appointee  Why did trump start in a red state.    https://twitter.com/keithedwards/status/2016671823870513436?s=20 Materials Sought in Fulton County FBI Warrant Revealed – A Difficult Road Lies Ahead for Fulton County Officials FBI Agents seized over 700 boxes worth of documents and brought them north to Virginia in two tractor trailers  https://twitter.com/realLizUSA/status/2016701882576560547?s=20   utilized during the 2020 General Election in Fulton County All ballot images produced during the original ballot count beginning on November 3, 2020, THE RECOUNT, and any other ballot images All voter rolls from the 2020 General Election in Fulton County from absentee, early voting, in person, and any other voter roll that indicates voters: to whom an absentee ballot was issued, from whom an absentee ballot was received, or who participated in advanced voting or election day voting Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/KanekoaTheGreat/status/2016665638778143047?s=20   years ago. Fulton County refused. Excerpts from witness affidavits include: Susan Voyles, 20-year election official: “Pristine” ballots “difference in the texture of the paper” with “a different feel” and “no markings” and approximately “98% for Joe Biden.” Georgia Democrat observer: “Hundreds of ballots with no folds or creases. Perfect black bubbles. All for Biden.” Another Georgia Democrat: “All had perfect black bubbles and were all Biden. I heard ‘Biden' over 500 times in a row.” @VoterGa has been fighting in court for six years just to inspect these ballots. Why was Fulton County so determined to keep them hidden?? https://twitter.com/realLizUSA/status/2016706788351971434?s=20     https://twitter.com/drawandstrike/status/2016705043144003652?s=20   AND INCLUDING THE JACK SMITH SPECIAL COUNSEL’S OFFICE. And the first thing that happens when you end up in election related litigation is you are given a PRESERVATION ORDER FROM THE COURT. So NO, Fulton County officials did not destroy these ballots, or tapes or any other federal election records THAT THEY ALREADY ADMITTED TO HAVING IN OFFCIAL COURT RULINGS BEGINNING 5 YEARS AGO.  https://twitter.com/DC_Draino/status/2016902941836198297?s=20 https://twitter.com/PatriotXV11/status/2016713624061116652?s=20 https://twitter.com/DAGToddBlanche/status/2016663357089001566?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2016663357089001566%7Ctwgr%5E18c7aab2309ab32958cb900c1fa5f6df8f16003a%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Fbreaking-president-trump-announces-first-ever-assistant-attorney%2F     https://twitter.com/EricLDaugh/status/2016594714569441286?s=20 https://twitter.com/profstonge/status/2016901410441289982?s=20 https://twitter.com/DoWCTO/status/2016577329393242364?s=20 3800 Q !!Hs1Jq13jV6 ID: e6ce6c No.7943347 Jan 28 2020 14:46:22 (EST) DurhamBoat.jpg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durham_boat Anons found the subtle hint dropped in the beginning. Think Durham start. Think ‘Q’ start. You have more than you know. Q 1 Anonymous ID: BQ7V3bcW No.147012719 Oct 28 2017 15:44:28 (EST) Anonymous ID: gb953qGI No.147005381 Oct 28 2017 14:33:50 (EST) >>146981635 Hillary Clinton will be arrested between 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM EST on Monday – the morning on Oct 30, 2017. >>147005381 HRC extradition already in motion effective yesterday with several countries in case of cross border run. Passport approved to be flagged effective 10/30 @ 12:01am. Expect massive riots organized in defiance and others fleeing the US to occur. US M's will conduct the operation while NG activated. Proof check: Locate a NG member and ask if activated for duty 10/30 across most major cities. 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Conversations
How a boy named Yuri saved me from the trauma of a bomb blast

Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 52:00


Debra Richardson joined the police at age 18 in the 1980s, working undercover as a prostitute and surviving the Russell Street bombing. Years later, she met her foster son, Yuri, who had also survived disaster.Deb and her family met Yuri after they agreed to care for one of the many children brought to Australia for short-term stays following the Chernobyl disaster in Ukraine.Decades later, a journey to help that foster son, now living in a war zone, ended up helping Deb in ways she never expected.This episode of Conversations was produced by Jen Leake and the Executive Producer was Nicola Harrison.It explores women in the police force, police academy training, sexism, undercover police work, the Russell Street Bombing, car bomb, PTSD, Chernobyl disaster, Chernobyl children, John Farnham, Russian mafia, Project Yuri, charity, war in Ukraine, aid work, family, foster care.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Killers, Cults and Queens
The Spooky Sleepover: Haunted Theatres - Cheryl's Ghost Encounter & Nuclear Wolves

Killers, Cults and Queens

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 24:42


It's time for another Spooky Sleepover on Killers, Cults & Queens.This week, Nikki and Cheryl catch up on tour exhaustion, extreme weather, and sleepless nights caused by Storm Chandra — before venturing into the paranormal.Cheryl recounts her first-ever ghostly encounter during a visit to a reportedly haunted theatre in Scotland, where an unexplained physical touch left both her and a castmate shaken. Meanwhile, Nikki spirals into a chilling rabbit hole about Chernobyl's nuclear wolves — and how radiation may have altered wildlife in the exclusion zone.From haunted theatres and storm chaos to radioactive wildlife and future episode teases, this Spooky Sleepover has it all.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU!Email killerscultsqueens@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @killerscultsqueens.✨ Support the show on Patreon for bonus content and early AD FREE access: patreon.com/killerscultsqueens

The Jordan Harbinger Show
1277: Isabelle Boemeke | The Rad Future of Nuclear Electricity

The Jordan Harbinger Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 82:36


Nuclear power could save the planet — so why are we terrified of it? Here, Rad Future author Isabelle Boemeke breaks down the science behind the stigma.Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1277What We Discuss with Isabelle Boemeke:Nuclear energy is the cleanest major power source available — producing no greenhouse gas emissions or particulate matter during electricity generation — yet public perception remains trapped in Cold War-era fears and Hollywood disaster imagery rather than modern scientific reality.The math on safety is staggering: fossil fuels cause roughly four million premature deaths annually from air pollution, while even the most generous estimates attribute around 4,000 deaths to history's worst nuclear accident at Chernobyl — meaning you'd need 200 Chernobyls every year for nuclear to match fossil fuel fatalities.Nuclear fuel is approximately one million times more energy dense than coal — a gummy bear-sized pellet of uranium contains the same energy as 2,000 pounds of coal — which translates to dramatically less mining, less land use, and a lifetime of personal energy consumption producing only a soda can's worth of spent fuel.Germany's post-Fukushima decision to phase out nuclear power backfired spectacularly, leaving the country dependent on Russian gas (effectively funding the Ukraine war), while China's critiques of Fukushima's tritium release were pure theater — their own nuclear plants routinely emit more tritiated water during normal operations.The infrastructure for a nuclear transition already exists — coal plants share nearly identical turbine and cooling systems with nuclear facilities, meaning workers can be retrained and sites repurposed, creating jobs in communities devastated by fossil fuel shutdowns while building genuine energy independence.And much more...And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: BetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanFitbod: 25% off: fitbod.me/jordanHexClad: 10% off: hexclad.com/jordanProgressive: Free online quote: progressive.comHomes.com: Find your home: homes.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SBS Samoan - SBS Samoan
'Eletise mai le malosi niukilia - Fukushima.

SBS Samoan - SBS Samoan

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 8:16


Na tapunia uma nuclear reactors i Iapani i le 15 tausaga ua tuana'i ina ua fa'atama'ia e le sunami ma liki ai le otaota niukilia; o se fa'alavelave sili ona mata'utia e fa'atusa i le liki o le otaota niukilia i Chernobyl i Ukraine i le 1986.

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts
Exploring | Concentration Camps: Faith

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 36:27


Tragedies often reveal what we're really made of. When times are unthinkably tough, heroes rise up, offering sacrificial acts of courage, endurance, and love toward others. These acts of faith are reflections of God's light, the brightness that shines when life is dim. Some of those heroic acts make headlines, while others are performed quietly. At Horizon, we'll explore six tragedies -- the Titanic, Chernobyl, Mount St. Helens, Concentration Camps, the Crippled Flight 1380, and the Chicago Fire -- and see how real people shone brightly amidst the darkness, pointing us to God's presence in suffering.

From Our Own Correspondent Podcast
Ukrainians fear another Chernobyl

From Our Own Correspondent Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 28:46


Kate Adie introduces stories from Ukraine, Russia, France, Uganda and Morocco.As temperatures plummet in Ukraine, Russia is aggressively attacking the country's energy grid. Ukraine is heavily reliant on its nuclear power plants, which are also being targeted. There are concerns that without proper maintenance, it could trigger another nuclear disaster. Wyre Davies spoke to the head of Ukraine's nuclear authority.President Trump has claimed the threat posed by Russia and China is one of the reasons the US must acquire Greenland - but rather than antagonise the Kremlin, the pro-Kremlin Russian news service has been full of praise for the US president. Steve Rosenberg reports from Moscow.From South Korea to Western Europe, there's deep concern over falling birth rates – and it was one of the reasons behind France's decision a few years ago to amend its policy regarding egg-freezing for non-medical purposes, bringing it in line with other European countries. Carolyn Lamboley recounts her personal experience.1986 was the year Diego Maradona lifted the World Cup - and when Uganda's president Yoweri Museveni first came to power. Last week, the 81-year-old won his seventh consecutive term in office, Sammy Awami was in Kampala where he heard from young people about how they voted.The 2026 Africa Cup of Nations came to a close in Morocco last weekend and aside from missing the chance to lift the trophy for the first time in fifty years, the tournament proved controversial in Morocco due to the vast sums spent on it. Tim Hartley reflects on the discontent over prioritising sporting prestige over public services.Producer: Serena Tarling Production coordinators: Katie Morrison and Sophie Hill Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith

Kennedy Molloy Catchup - Triple M Network
Out Of Focus Elephant | '26 EP 004

Kennedy Molloy Catchup - Triple M Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 72:14


FULL SHOW : Why are there blue dogs in Chernobyl? Roo reports on his time at the Australian Open, Dave O'Neil stops by, there'll be a beer shortage on Australia Day and we'll cover all that Beckham drama. Catch Mick in the Morning, with Roo, Titus & Rosie LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M Melbourne or via the LiSTNR app. Mick In The Morning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molloy Triple M Melbourne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triplemmelbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts
Exploring | Anger Inside Mount St. Helens

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 32:43


Tragedies often reveal what we're really made of. When times are unthinkably tough, heroes rise up, offering sacrificial acts of courage, endurance, and love toward others. These acts of faith are reflections of God's light, the brightness that shines when life is dim. Some of those heroic acts make headlines, while others are performed quietly. At Horizon, we'll explore six tragedies -- the Titanic, Chernobyl, Mount St. Helens, Concentration Camps, the Crippled Flight 1380, and the Chicago Fire -- and see how real people shone brightly amidst the darkness, pointing us to God's presence in suffering.

Rádio Comercial - Momentos da Manhã
Aquilo sabe a Chernobyl.

Rádio Comercial - Momentos da Manhã

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 4:32


Bolachas, ataques de riso, colonoscopias e festa no Dejajero.

The Liquidity Event
Nuclear Energy, Tax Reform, and the Med Spa Economy – Episode 172

The Liquidity Event

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 27:04


In this episode of The Liquidity Event, AJ and Shane cover a wide-ranging mix of energy policy, tax reform, tech culture, and the strange economics of looking younger. They dig into nuclear energy's comeback in the U.S. and why AI, data centers, and crypto are driving a massive surge in energy demand, leaving America far behind countries like China and France. The conversation then shifts to Mitt Romney's New York Times op-ed arguing that the wealthy should pay more in taxes, unpacking the Social Security trust fund cliff, student loans, and the tax "caverns" that delay revenue collection. The episode wraps with a tour of the strangest CES tech, from AI companions to silent ice makers, and a candid look at med spas, Botox as a subscription business, and why injectables have quietly become one of the fastest-growing corners of the economy. Key Timestamps (00:00) Welcome to Episode 172 and what's on deck (02:00) Nuclear energy, tax policy, and this week's agenda (06:15) Why nuclear power is back and what's driving demand (09:30) Nuclear meltdowns, Chernobyl, and reactor risk (12:20) Mitt Romney's "Tax Me" op-ed and the Social Security cliff (14:55) Step-up in basis, payroll tax caps, and tax loopholes (17:30) CES highlights: AI companions and weird consumer tech (19:30) Tech, isolation, and replacing human interaction (22:40) Med spa crackdowns and Botox economics (26:20) Final thoughts and wrap-up

Kate, Tim & Marty
Best Bits: Rosie O'Donnell Recalls Feud on 'The View'

Kate, Tim & Marty

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 21:29 Transcription Available


We’re back live Monday, but in the meantime… Rosie O'Donnell sat down with Joel for a hilarious and surprisingly deep chat about everything from her first Aussie trip to fighting with Elizabeth Hasselbeck on The View. She shared wild stories about Madonna, Gina Davis, Kathy Griffin and even the “Chernobyl of mushrooms.” Plus, she weighed in on Kylie, Nicole and what she really thinks of Australian slang. Listen to the full podcast for Joel’s full interview with Rosie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat's Interference
Chernobyl Ball

Pat's Interference

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 45:28


Come stare with us at the giant elephant's foot that is college football. Also, we kind of preview the national championship for like 10 minutes? Maybe? I don't know the whole thing is a mess. Pitchers and catchers report in 28 days.

Don't Be Alone with Jay Kogen
Screenwriters & Scriptnotes Podcasters, John August & Craig Mazin, Wonder If Writing's Really the “Right Fit” for Jay

Don't Be Alone with Jay Kogen

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 58:10


Writing legends John August & Craig Mazin talk about their journey to screenwriting, podcasting, & writing a book.  They talk about how to boil  down 15 years of shows down to a book, the origin of the scriptnotes podcast, the need to help people combined with being annoyed by people, what each of them considers good writing, why people who hate books on writing wrote a book on writing, there are no rules to screenwriting, customizing your process, the moment they thought the might be good enough to make a living at writing, their messiest jobs, their best jobs, the changing nature of show biz, and why the Scriptnotes book weighs a lot less than you think it does.  Bio: Craig Mazin is the multiple Emmy® award-winning co-creator, executive producer, writer and director of the smash hit HBO series THE LAST OF US. An addition to setting viewership records for HBO, THE LAST OF US has earned 51 Emmy® nominations including 9 Emmy® wins, a Peabody Award, an AFI Award, a BAFTA Award, two SAG Awards, a DGA Award, a WGA Award, a GLAAD Award, two Film Independent Spirit Awards, and four Golden Globe Award nominations. Previously, Mazin served as creator, writer and executive producer of the HBO limited series CHERNOBYL, for which he won 2 Emmys®, a Golden Globe, a BAFTA, a Peabody, and awards from the Writers Guild, the Producers Guild, the Television Critics Association and the American Film Institute. Looking ahead, Mazin is executive producing the upcoming HBO E-sports drama DAMAGE alongside writer, director and executive producer Celine Song. In addition to his work in television, Mazin has written numerous hit feature films, which have grossed over one billion dollars in theaters worldwide. Mazin can be heard on the popular screenwriting podcast Scriptnotes, which he co-hosts with fellow writer John August. Bio: John August is a screenwriter whose credits include Aladdin, Big Fish, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Corpse Bride, Frankenweenie and the first two Charlie's Angels movies. He directed the 2007 film The Nines starring Ryan Reynolds and Melissa McCarthy, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. He earned a BAFTA nomination for his script for Big Fish, and a GRAMMY nomination for his song in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. In 2016, he received the Writers Guild of America West's Valentine Davies Award in recognition of his humanitarian efforts and civic service. In addition to his work in film, John wrote the Arlo Finch middle-grade novel trilogy, and the book for the Broadway musical of Big Fish. Since 2012, he has co-hosted the popular weekly screenwriting podcast Scriptnotes. His company, Quote-Unquote Apps, makes utilities for writers (including Highland and Weekend Read) along with Writer Emergency Pack, which is used in 2,000 classrooms nationwide. Born in Boulder, Colorado, John received a BA in Journalism from Drake University and an MFA in Film Producing from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. He lives in Los Angeles with his family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Reel Rejects
Hot Damn... We Just Watched 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE!! Out Of Theater Reaction

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 21:46


28 DAYS LATER FRANCHISE CONTINUES! 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Movie Review (Non-Spoiler) - the post-apocalyptic horror saga returns with a bold new chapter as Greg & John dig into 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, the fourth installment in the 28 Days Later franchise! Directed by Nia DaCosta (Candyman, The Marvels) from a screenplay by Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Annihilation), this sequel takes the Rage Virus world into even darker, stranger, more thoughtful, & more psychologically intense territory. Download PrizePicks today at https://www.prizepicks.onelink.me/LME... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! 28 Years Later Out of Theatre Review:    • Holy Crap...Just Watched 28 YEARS LATER!! ...   28 Days Later (2002) Movie Reaction (Aaron & Andrew):    • 28 DAYS LATER (2002) MOVIE REACTION!! | Fi...   28 Days Later (2002) Movie Reaction (Tara & Roxy):    • 28 DAYS LATER (2002) MOVIE REACTION!! Dann...   28 Weeks Later (2007) Movie Reaction:    • 28 WEEKS LATER (2007) IS CRAZY INTENSE!! M...   28 Years Later (2025) Movie Reaction:    • 28 YEARS LATER (2025) IS FRIGGIN' WILD!! M...   Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things RR Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 The film stars Ralph Fiennes (The English Patient, The Grand Budapest Hotel) as Dr. Ian Kelson, a former GP trying to make sense of humanity amid devastation, Jack O'Connell (Sinners) as the chilling cult leader Sir Lord Jimmy Crystal, and Alfie Williams reprising Spike, whose journey continues with shocking consequences. Also featured are Erin Kellyman (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) and Chi Lewis-Parry as the imposing Alpha-infected “Samson.” Cillian Murphy (28 Days Later, Peaky Blinders) makes a surprise return as Jim in a key role that sets up the next chapter of the franchise. Shot back-to-back with 28 Years Later and scored by Hildur Guðnadóttir (Joker, Chernobyl), The Bone Temple explores how survivors rebuild belief systems and power structures in a world ravaged by the Rage Virus — where human cruelty may be as terrifying as the infected themselves. Our review breaks down DaCosta's haunting direction, Garland's layered storytelling, the cast's standout performances, and the unsettling themes of evil, survival, and the human condition that make this sequel one of the most anticipated horror films of 2026! Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts
Exploring | Tenacity on The Titanic

Horizon Community Church - Cincinnati, OH - Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2026 33:25


Tragedies often reveal what we're really made of. When times are unthinkably tough, heroes rise up, offering sacrificial acts of courage, endurance, and love toward others. These acts of faith are reflections of God's light, the brightness that shines when life is dim. Some of those heroic acts make headlines, while others are performed quietly. At Horizon, we'll explore six tragedies -- the Titanic, Chernobyl, Mount St. Helens, Concentration Camps, the Crippled Flight 1380, and the Chicago Fire -- and see how real people shone brightly amidst the darkness, pointing us to God's presence in suffering.

Oh What A Time...
#103 Your Letters - March 2025 (BONUS EPISODE)

Oh What A Time...

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 46:19


While we're off on our Christmas holidays, please enjoy ANOTHER bonus episode!AND DON'T FORGET! The comedy history podcast that has spent as much time talking about the invention of custard as it has the industrial revolution is here with its first ever live show! Thursday 15th January at the Underbelly Boulevard in London's Soho.

History Unplugged Podcast
Blown Off Course: How History's Windy Turning Points Sank the Armada and Saved Japan from the Mongols

History Unplugged Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 46:23


The greatest energy source for civilization before the steam engine was wind. It powered the global economy in the Age of Sail. Wind-powered sail ships made global shipping fast and cheap by harnessing free, reliable ocean winds to propel large cargo loads over vast distances without needing fuel or frequent stops. It also powered windmills, the factories of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Windmills allowed for abundant bread by milling flour by turning heavy grindstones with wind-driven sails. They also powered trip hammers to forge iron and steel by lifting and dropping massive weights. We can credit them as well for pumped water, sawed timber, and processed oils, spices, and paper. Wind is one of most elemental yet overlooked forces shaping our world today, and it is at the center of the human story. Many times it changed history – such as “Protestant Wind” saving England from the Spanish Armada, kamikaze winds halting the Mongol invasions of Japan, and easterlies carrying Chernobyl’s fallout. Wind also powers massive turbines today, but there was a forgotten moment in the 1880s when we could’ve chosen wind power over fossil fuels. It even creates certain types of civilizations. Some historians believe the cleverest and most civilized people lived in places where weather was varied and posed constant challenges. Today’s guest is Simon Winchester, author of “The Breath of the Gods: The History and Future of the Wind.” We look at how wind—life‐giving and destructive, chaotic and harnessable — has shaped civilization from antiquity to today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kottke Ride Home
Chernobyl Fungus May Eat Radiation and Inspire Future Space Exploration

Kottke Ride Home

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 13:13


The mysterious black fungus from Chernobyl that may eat radiation | BBC Black fungus living at Chernobyl has evolved to "eat" radiation - Earth.com Frontiers | Cultivation of the Dematiaceous Fungus Cladosporium sphaerospermum Aboard the International Space Station and Effects of Ionizing Radiation Contact the show - coolstuffdailypodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
This Fungus EATS Radiation — And Scientists Want to Send It to Mars

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 11:07 Transcription Available


In the deadliest place on Earth, where radiation can kill you in minutes, scientists found something growing on the walls — and it wasn't dying… it was thriving.READ or SHARE: https://weirddarkness.com/chernobyl-fungus-eats-radiation/WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.#WeirdDarkness #Chernobyl #Nuclear #Radiation #Science #Fungus #NASA #Space #Mystery #StrangeScience

The President's Daily Brief
December 9th, 2025: China Threatens Japan With Nuclear Annihilation & Mexico's Police Station Bombing

The President's Daily Brief

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 23:05


In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: China issues its most alarming threat in years, releasing a video that depicts nuclear missiles raining down on Japan. We break down the message, the timing, and why this moment matters. A leading Venezuelan opposition figure dies inside the regime's most notorious prison, prompting fresh accusations against Nicolás Maduro. A deadly car bomb explodes outside a police station in Michoacán, killing five in a region long scarred by cartel violence. And in today's Back of the Brief— a troubling development at Chernobyl, where international inspectors say the site's protective shield can no longer fully contain radiation after a drone strike. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Stash Financial: Don't Let your money sit around. Go to https://get.stash.com/PDB to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase. Goldbelly: Discover iconic meals from legendary restaurants delivered nationwide with Goldbelly—get 20% off your first order at https://Goldbelly.com using promo code PDB. Nobl Travel: Protect your gear and travel smarter—NOBL's zipper-free carry-on is up to 58% off at https://NOBLTravel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chewing the Fat with Jeff Fisher
Just Tell Us… | 12/8/25

Chewing the Fat with Jeff Fisher

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 31:32


Louvre leak…  California Death Cap Mushrooms…  Black fungus at Chernobyl…  Snail theft in France…  Email: Chewingthefat@theblaze.com   www.blazetv.com/jeffy   $20 off annual plan right now ( limited time )   Top weekend movies…  Unhappy campers about Netflix buying Warner Bros…  Top twenty-five comedians according to Billboard…  Who Died Today: Frank Gehry 96 / Justin Baren 40 / Michael Annett 39…  Martha Stewart buries horses on property…  Remaining survivors of Pearl Harbor can't participate any more  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved
The Giant of Kandahar: Myth, Mystery, or Military Cover-Up? Plus More True Terrors!

Weird Darkness: Stories of the Paranormal, Supernatural, Legends, Lore, Mysterious, Macabre, Unsolved

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 92:05 Transcription Available


From Norse frost giants to the Bible's Goliath, tales of giants have haunted humanity for centuries — but in 2002, US soldiers in Afghanistan claim they encountered a 12-foot, six-fingered, blade-wielding giant that killed one of their own before they brought it down.IN THIS EPISODE: Did U.S. Special Forces really shoot dead a 12-foot-tall giant in Kandahar, Afghanistan? How much truth is behind the story – and how does fit into the age-old narrative of soldiers, knights, and heroes battling against and vanquishing giants and monstrous creatures? (The Giant of Kandahar) *** Soon after the Cranmer family moved in to their new home on Brownsville Road, it became clear that they were not alone. (The Demon of Brownsville Road) *** The Elephant's Foot was created after the Chernobyl disaster in 1986 when reactor 4 exploded, releasing a lava-like mass of radioactive material called corium. So radioactive that it's still dangerous if you try and see it for yourself today. (The Elephant's Foot of Chernobyl) *** When something horrifying happens, it's natural to tell others about your experience. But what if, no matter how much you explain it, people simply don't believe you? We'll look at numerous stories from people who have true tales that they have a hard time getting even friends and family to take seriously. (Nobody Believes Me) *** When a great famine struck Europe in 1314, mothers abandoned their children and in some cases, even ate them. Scholars believe that these tragedies gave birth to the story of Hansel and Gretel. (The Grim True Story Behind Hansel and Gretel) *** Cultures all around the world have stories of tiny humans – elves, leprechauns, fairies, hobbits… but how can so many different communities have such similar descriptions of tiny people? Could there be evidence to prove the existence of tiny humanoids? (Little Human Subspecies) *** Traveling to the Superstition Mountains in search of the rumored treasure hidden there is not only a bad idea… it could be a fatal one. (Mysterious Visitors From Other Realms) *** Seeing an unidentified flying object in the sky is pretty common – even in cases where several people see the flying whatever-it-is at the same time. But when is the last time you and everyone around you looked up and saw an entire city flying in the sky? That's what happened in 2011 in the Nigerian village of Bauchi. (UFO City) *** But first… according to GPS, off the California coast there are dozens, possibly hundreds of ships moving around in circles. But the ships, while clearly visible on the GPS system, are nowhere to be seen by the human eye. Are these ghost ships from the past? The oceanic version of crop circles? Sailing ships from a different dimension? Or could it be something more disturbing, like a new type of cyber attack? We begin with that story. (California's Ghost Ships) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:03:36.291 = The Giant of Kandahar00:10:50.903 = *** Nobody Believes Me00:35:15.398 = *** The Elephant's Foot00:42:34.566 = The Demon of Brownsville Road00:47:02.529 = *** California's Ghost Ships00:57:37.825 = *** The Grim True Story Behind Hansel and Gretal01:05:18.204 = The Little Human Subspecies01:18:26.789 = *** Mysterious Visitors From Other Realms01:25:50.281 = UFO City01:29:58.135 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Giant of Kandahar” by Angus Wright for the website, Where I Live: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3dyfh6rt“Nobody Believes Me” by Amanda Ashley for Ranker's Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/kxt7ey9k“The Elephant's Foot of Chernobyl” by Natasha Ishak for All That's Interesting: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ytfh4n57PHOTO: “Elephant Foot with Photographer” https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/42r22v5e“Mysterious Visitors From Other Realms” by Ellen Lloyd for Ancient Pages: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5yyuzzx“The Grim True Story Behind Hansel and Gretel” by Joseph Williams for All That's Interesting:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4fhdp6vk“Little Human Subspecies” by Mark Andrew Carpenter for Ancient Origins: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2e3f8a9y“UFO City” posted at Anomalien: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3fwaysds“California's Ghost Ships” by Frank Jacobs for Big Ideas: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ymtnfutw=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: April 21, 2021, April 26, 2021EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/KandaharGiantABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#GiantOfKandahar #Giants #Cryptids #MilitaryCoverUp #Afghanistan #Conspiracy #Unexplained #Mythology #Paranormal #WeirdDarkness

The Bobby Bones Show
WEDS PT 2: Did Bobby Spoil A Show? + Government Agents Being Paid To Watch OnlyFans?! + We Get Offended By A Listener Call + Advice On Sending Kids To College

The Bobby Bones Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 57:34 Transcription Available


Bobby talked about how some of the agents will now have to watch OnlyFans and other online content creator videos to decide if they count as pornographic under a new tax law. We talked to some great callers. One who offends us, one claims that Bobby spoiled a show and a mom who needs advice on where to send her kid to college and gets Bobby’s thoughts. Bobby shares if he received extra money from one of his past TV roles. We talked about the signs of life that have been found at Chernobyl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum
JARED HARRIS: Mad Men Secrets, Richard Harris Chaos & Lessons From Chernobyl

Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 82:12


Jared Harris (Chernobyl, Mad Men) joins us this week for a deeply personal and fascinating conversation about legacy, loss, and learning to trust himself as an actor. He opens up about growing up with his father Richard Harris, how that chaotic love shaped his view of art and fame, and the long road it took to find his own voice. Jared shares candid stories from Mad Men and Chernobyl, the pain of being written off a show, and the surprising moments of grace that came from failure. Thank you to our sponsors: