Podcasts about Discoveries

Discoveries are made, therapy accidentally happens, and old friends catch up. Cast:  - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting pieces of yourself out to fit in. Check out faer other work at pennharper.itch.io.  - Cassidy Shard is played by Sydney Whittington. She is our wonderful editor. She's also a contributing editor and occasional guest player for the Orpheus Protocol, a cosmic horror espionage actual play podcast. Find her on Twitter at @sydney_whitt.  - Emma Blackwood is played by Cameron Robertson. Find her on Twitter at @midnightmusic13 and on Instagram at @reading_and_dreaming. Cameron is also a player on Tabletop Squadron, a Star Wars Edge of the Empire actual play podcast.  - Birdie Foundling is played by Kit Adames. Find her on Twitter at @venusvultures. Kit is also a voice actor and writer on Elevator Pitch Podcast, a queer genre-hopping anthology podcast that can be accessed on Spotify and YouTube.  - Our GM and narrator is Nick Robertson. Find him on Twitter at @alias58. Nick is also the GM for Tabletop Squadron and can also be found as a player on the Orpheus Protocol. Music & Sound Credits:  - This podcast features the musical talents of Dora Violet and Arne Parrott. You can find Dora at facebook.com/doraviolett. You can find Arne at atptunes.com.  - old radio Channel search sound effect by Garuda1982. Link & License.  - Big Water by Sergey Cheremisinov. Link & License.  - Today's Special: Jam Tomorrow by Doctor Turtle. Link & License.  - Which That Is This? (Long Version) by Doctor Turtle. Link & License.  - Love After Midnight (ID 701) by Lobo Loco. Link & License. Art Credits:  - The official artwork for this podcast was created by Rashed AlAkroka, who can be found on Instagram and Artstation @rashedjrs. Find Us Online:  - Our Website  - Twitter  - Join our Patreon  - Join our Discord

Why are women's bodies impacted by heat differently to men's? What can women do to cool down? Nuala McGovern is joined by GP Dr Amir Khan, Alyx Gorman, lifestyle editor of Guardian Australia, who shares how women are coping with increasingly extreme temperatures, and the practical strategies they're using to keep safe and comfortable.A new study has found that the majority of IVF add-ons assessed either show no effect on fertility or remain inconclusive due to limited or low-quality data. Nuala speaks to author of the study Dr Sarah Lensen from the University of Melbourne, broadcaster Hannah Vaughan Jones who went through 15 rounds of IVF and Professor Tim Child from the UK IVF regulator, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA). Sandy Powell has won three Oscars and is the most BAFTA nominated costume designer of all time for her work on iconic films including Shakespeare in Love, Gangs of New York, Mary Poppins Returns and The Favourite. Now she is turning her attention to the next generation of designers with a new master's degree course which she has helped create at the National Film and Television School. She tells Nuala about this new course, and what the role of a costume designer involves.Rukky Brume grew up in Lagos, Nigeria. Her debut novel, It Comes in Waves, follows Onome, a law student in London whose father dies suddenly in Nigeria. Returning home for his funeral, she learns a secret that reveals there was far more to him than she knew. In 2021, her writing was longlisted for the Women's Prize Trust's Discoveries programme. She joins Nuala to discuss grief, loss and belonging and combining writing alongside a legal career.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Dianne McGregor

This week's Dollar Bin Discovery is Neon! Everything is louder, brighter, and just a little more extreme. Mike got into some vibrant sci-fi with Radical Dreamer #1. Jessika, meanwhile, checked out Deadpool: Back in Black #1, proving that black costumes can still deliver colorful action. Grab your sunglasses! 

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Secrets of the Alhambra: A Treasure Hunt Under Granada's Stars Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-06-22-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: Bajo el cálido sol de verano, la Alhambra brillaba con una luz dorada, como si guardara secretos antiguos bajo sus murallas.En: Under the warm summer sun, the Alhambra shone with a golden light, as if it held ancient secrets beneath its walls.Es: Isabel y Mateo caminaban entre los jardines verdes, rodeados por el murmullo de las fuentes y el aroma de las flores.En: Isabel and Mateo walked through the green gardens, surrounded by the murmur of fountains and the scent of flowers.Es: Isabel, con ojos llenos de curiosidad, suspiraba mirando la estructura imponente.En: Isabel, with eyes full of curiosity, sighed as she looked at the imposing structure.Es: Pedro, detrás de ella, se acomodaba el sombrero y suspiraba.En: Pedro, behind her, adjusted his hat and sighed.Es: "Isabel, esto está lleno de turistas.En: "Isabel, this place is full of tourists.Es: ¿Cómo piensas encontrar algo aquí?En: How do you plan to find anything here?"Es: ", dijo Mateo, limpiándose la frente del sudor.En: said Mateo, wiping the sweat from his forehead.Es: Isabel nunca dejaba que las multitudes la detuvieran.En: Isabel never let crowds stop her.Es: "Hay algo aquí, Mateo.En: "There's something here, Mateo.Es: Un pasaje escondido, un tesoro histórico.En: A hidden passage, a historical treasure.Es: Tengo una corazonada."En: I have a hunch."Es: El grupo turístico se movía lentamente.En: The tour group moved slowly.Es: Isabel aprovechó un momento de distracción y, sonriendo a Mateo, se escabulló por un pasillo estrecho.En: Isabel took advantage of a moment of distraction and, smiling at Mateo, slipped away through a narrow corridor.Es: Mateo, rezongando, la siguió.En: Mateo, grumbling, followed her.Es: "Esto es una locura," murmuró.En: "This is crazy," he murmured.Es: Pero su lealtad a Isabel era más fuerte que sus quejas.En: But his loyalty to Isabel was stronger than his complaints.Es: El pasadizo los llevó a un rincón tranquilo del jardín.En: The passage led them to a quiet corner of the garden.Es: Árboles altos ofrecían sombra, y el aire estaba fresco.En: Tall trees offered shade, and the air was cool.Es: Isabel inspeccionó cada rincón hasta que su mano tocó algo extraño.En: Isabel inspected every corner until her hand touched something strange.Es: "¡Aquí!En: "Here!"Es: ", exclamó emocionada.En: she exclaimed excitedly.Es: Un panel en la pared, apenas visible bajo las enredaderas.En: A panel on the wall, barely visible under the vines.Es: Con esfuerzo, empujaron el panel.En: With effort, they pushed the panel.Es: La puerta secreta reveló un pasaje oscuro.En: The secret door revealed a dark passage.Es: Isabel, adelante, se adentró, mientras Mateo la seguía, nervioso.En: Isabel, leading, ventured in, while Mateo nervously followed.Es: De repente, la tierra bajo ellos tembló suavemente.En: Suddenly, the ground beneath them trembled softly.Es: "Tal vez deberíamos volver," sugirió Mateo, preocupado.En: "Maybe we should go back," suggested Mateo, concerned.Es: Isabel, decidida, avanzó unos pasos más.En: Isabel, determined, took a few more steps.Es: Ahí, entre las sombras, encontró un pequeño artefacto antiguo.En: There, among the shadows, she found a small ancient artifact.Es: No era un tesoro de oro, pero su valor arqueológico era inestimable.En: It wasn't a treasure of gold, but its archaeological value was priceless.Es: Justo cuando guardaba el hallazgo, escucharon voces acercándose.En: Just as she was storing the find, they heard voices approaching.Es: "¡Vienen los guardias!"En: "The guards are coming!"Es: dijo Mateo alarmado.En: said Mateo, alarmed.Es: Rápidamente salieron del pasadizo, cerrándolo detrás de ellos.En: They quickly exited the passage, closing it behind them.Es: Apenas regresaron al grupo cuando los guardias llegaron al lugar.En: They had barely rejoined the group when the guards arrived at the spot.Es: Esa tarde, mientras el sol se ponía sobre la Alhambra, Isabel y Mateo se miraron con complicidad.En: That afternoon, as the sun set over the Alhambra, Isabel and Mateo exchanged a knowing look.Es: "Gracias, Mateo.En: "Thank you, Mateo.Es: Tu prudencia nos salvó," dijo Isabel, sonriendo.En: Your prudence saved us," said Isabel, smiling.Es: Mateo, aún incrédulo, respondió: "Y tu pasión nos llevó al descubrimiento.En: Mateo, still incredulous, replied, "And your passion led us to the discovery.Es: Tal vez no esté tan mal mirar al pasado después de todo."En: Maybe looking into the past isn't so bad after all."Es: Ambos comprendieron la importancia de trabajar juntos, combinando la curiosidad de Isabel y la cautela de Mateo.En: Both understood the importance of working together, combining Isabel's curiosity and Mateo's caution.Es: Con un lazo renovado, prometieron futuras aventuras.En: With a renewed bond, they promised future adventures.Es: La Alhambra, con sus secretos, todavía los esperaba, brillando bajo el cielo estrellado de Granada.En: The Alhambra, with its secrets, still awaited them, shining under the starlit sky of Granada. Vocabulary Words:the murmur: el murmulloto sigh: suspirarthe forehead: la frentethe sweat: el sudorthe crowd: la multitudthe hunch: la corazonadato take advantage: aprovecharthe distraction: la distracciónto grumble: rezongarthe loyalty: la lealtadthe corner: el rincónthe shade: la sombrathe vines: las enredaderasto push: empujarthe passage: el pasajeto tremble: temblarthe concern: la preocupaciónthe shadow: la sombrapriceless: inestimablethe guard: el guardiato whisper: murmurarto slip away: escabullirsethe panel: el panelto store: guardarthe discovery: el descubrimientoto reunite: reunirsethe sunset: el atardecerthe prudence: la prudenciato lead: llevarthe bond: el lazo

A visit to Well-Sweep Herb Farm in Warren County, New Jersey, leads to unexpected discoveries both in the garden and in life. Mary Stone shares highlights from a tour with third-generation grower Patrick McDuffee, explores the beauty and lore of herbs such as Plantain, Scented Geraniums, Jewelweed, and Lovage, and reflects on the treasures often hidden in plain sight.Back home, a thriving 'Jethro Tull' Coreopsis, gifted to her years ago by her dear friend Marty Carson, becomes a poignant reminder that love, friendship, and the lessons gathered along the way continue to bloom long after people leave our lives.In This Episode

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Sunlit Discoveries: A Day of Science, Friendship, and Self-Care Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-06-21-22-34-01-no Story Transcript:No: Sola skinte gjennom de store glassvinduene i det Norske Teknisk Museum.En: The sun shone through the large glass windows at the Norske Teknisk Museum.No: Det var sommer, og Erik følte seg full av entusiasme.En: It was summer, and Erik felt full of enthusiasm.No: Han var en ung mann med et stort hjerte for vitenskap.En: He was a young man with a big heart for science.No: I dag ønsket han å lære alt han kunne.En: Today, he wanted to learn everything he could.No: Mette og Sigrid fulgte med.En: Mette and Sigrid followed along.No: De delte også Eriks interesse for vitenskap, men var mest der for å ha en fin dag.En: They also shared Erik's interest in science, but were mostly there to have a nice day.No: "Se på det der!En: "Look at that!"No: " utbrøt Mette og pekte på en stor maskin som laget elektriske gnister.En: exclaimed Mette, pointing at a large machine creating electric sparks.No: Erik smilte bredt, men plutselig begynte nesen hans å klø.En: Erik grinned widely, but suddenly his nose began to itch.No: Inne i museet var det mange spennende utstillinger.En: Inside the museum, there were many exciting exhibits.No: Både om romfart, gamle tog, og bioteknologi.En: Both about space travel, old trains, and biotechnology.No: Erik beveget seg fra en utstilling til den neste.En: Erik moved from one exhibit to the next.No: Men nysingen ble bare verre, og kløen spredde seg til halsen.En: But the sneezing just got worse, and the itching spread to his throat.No: "Er du ok?En: "Are you okay?"No: " spurte Sigrid bekymret.En: asked Sigrid worriedly.No: Erik lo nervøst.En: Erik laughed nervously.No: "Ja, ja.En: "Yes, yes.No: Jeg er bare litt støvallergisk," svarte han og prøvde å avfeie det.En: I'm just a little dust allergic," he replied, trying to dismiss it.No: Han ville jo ikke at noe skulle ødelegge den fine dagen.En: He didn't want anything to ruin the nice day.No: Men så begynte øynene hans å renne, og Erik følte seg plutselig svimmel.En: But then his eyes started to water, and Erik suddenly felt dizzy.No: Til tross for sin nød, ønsket Erik ikke å søke hjelp.En: Despite his discomfort, Erik didn't want to seek help.No: Han ville være sterk, men symptomene hans ble bare mer alvorlige.En: He wanted to be strong, but his symptoms only became more severe.No: Mette og Sigrid så bekymret på hverandre.En: Mette and Sigrid looked at each other worriedly.No: "Kanskje vi skal finne en ansatt?En: "Maybe we should find a staff member?"No: " foreslo Mette forsiktig.En: Mette suggested cautiously.No: Nå begynte Erik å forstå at dette var mer enn en lett plagsomhet.En: Now Erik began to understand that this was more than a slight annoyance.No: Han husket plutselig.En: He suddenly remembered.No: Allergien mot et spesielt stoff han så sjelden møtte.En: His allergy to a specific substance he seldom encountered.No: Det måtte ha vært noe her i museet.En: It had to be something here in the museum.No: Endelig ga han etter.En: Finally, he gave in.No: Han nærmet seg en uniformert museumsansatt og forklarte raskt situasjonen.En: He approached a uniformed museum staff member and quickly explained the situation.No: Til Eriks overraskelse, tok personalet umiddelbart grep.En: To Erik's surprise, the staff took immediate action.No: De eskorterte ham til museets førstehjelpsrom hvor han fikk medisiner.En: They escorted him to the museum's first aid room where he received medication.No: Inne i det stille rommet kunne Erik puste lettet.En: Inside the quiet room, Erik could breathe a sigh of relief.No: Her var det roligere, og han kjente smått at kløen forsvant.En: Here it was calmer, and he slowly felt the itching fade.No: Sigrid og Mette ventet utenfor.En: Sigrid and Mette waited outside.No: Han skjønte nå at han burde ha bedt om hjelp tidligere.En: He now realized he should have asked for help earlier.No: Når han kom ut igjen, sa han unnskyldende: "Tusen takk for at dere passet på meg.En: When he came out again, he said apologetically: "Thank you so much for looking after me."No: ""Det var ingenting," svarte Mette.En: "It was nothing," replied Mette.No: "Vi vil bare at du har det bra.En: "We just want you to be okay."No: "Etter den uventede hendelsen, følte Erik seg litt flau, men også lettet.En: After the unexpected incident, Erik felt a bit embarrassed, but also relieved.No: Han hadde lært noe viktig i dag, like mye om seg selv som om teknologien.En: He had learned something important today, as much about himself as about technology.No: Besøket i museet ble kortere enn planlagt, men Erik var i godt humør.En: The visit to the museum was shorter than planned, but Erik was in a good mood.No: Han innså at å be om hjelp ikke var en svakhet, men en styrke.En: He realized that asking for help wasn't a weakness, but a strength.No: Noen ganger er det viktig å sette helsen først, selv for de ivrigste vitenskapsentusiaster.En: Sometimes it's important to prioritize health, even for the most eager science enthusiasts.No: På vei ut så han opp mot sola igjen, hvor lyset nå virket enda klarere enn før.En: On the way out, he looked up at the sun again, where the light now seemed even clearer than before.No: Han visste nå at han kunne dra tilbake hvilken som helst dag for å lære mer, men i dag hadde han lært noe mye dypere om verdien av vennskap og selv-omsorg.En: He knew now that he could come back any day to learn more, but today he had learned something much deeper about the value of friendship and self-care. Vocabulary Words:enthusiasm: entusiasmeexclaimed: utbrøtsparks: gnisteritch: kløsneezing: nysingenworringly: bekymretdismiss: avfeiedizzy: svimmeldiscomfort: nødcautiously: forsiktigannoyance: plagsomhetsubstance: stoffencountered: møtteescorted: eskortertemedication: medisinerrelief: lettetfade: forsvantapologetically: unnskyldendeincident: hendelsenembarrassed: flaurelieved: lettetweakness: svakhetprioritize: sette førsteager: ivrigstevalue: verdiself-care: selv-omsorgescort: eskorterestale: stillegripped: grepsevere: alvorlige

From the Texas Killing Fields and Gilgo Beach to a corpse left decomposing in a hotel water tank and three infants found frozen in a family freezer, these are the notorious dump sites where killers hide their victims — and the strangest places human remains have ever turned up.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/BodyDumpSitesREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckm2tkwFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: Where are bodies dumped most often? What are some of the strangest places bodies have been found, and what odd situations ended up in death? We'll look at some weird stories of dead bodies being found. (Strange Dumping Grounds) *** A man is found dead – obviously murdered. But even after a positive identification, some believed the body was not of the man authorities thought it was – and an even larger mystery was, whose monogrammed handkerchief was stuffed in the corpse's mouth? (The Ruttinger Mystery) *** In Florida, there is a short stretch of freeway that is so full of incidents of danger, death, and the paranormal, that many consider it cursed – and most definitely haunted. Locals have deemed it, the Dead Zone. (Hauntings On Highway I-4)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:02:23.979 = Show Open00:04:03.422 = Strange Dumping Grounds00:24:34.042 = Oddest Places Bodies Found ***00:35:56.964 = Hauntings On Highway I-400:49:22.317 = The Ruttinger Mystery ***00:59:26.329 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“Strange Dumping Grounds” by Jessika M. Thomas (http://bit.ly/2XwwVyc), Mariel Loveland (http://bit.ly/2XzEog1), and Rachel Stewart “The Ruttinger Mystery” by Robert Wilhelm: http://bit.ly/2IAzhJh“Hauntings On Highway I-4” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2XB62JG(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.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: December 06, 2021Weird Darkness maps the ground where the dead are hidden, traveling from America's most notorious body-dumping fields to a cursed quarter-mile of Florida interstate and a strangled German lace salesman pulled from the Staten Island mud in 1891.It opens with the dump sites scattered across the United States, where unidentified victims are still pulled from soil and water decades after they were left. In the New York Central Pine Barrens of Long Island, as many as eleven bodies have surfaced, four of them between 2000 and 2003 and two decapitated, in killings attributed to the Butcher of Manorville. Lake Tahoe keeps its secrets through physics rather than concealment, its thousand-foot depths holding a near-constant 39 degrees that stops bodies—rumored to date to Mafia disposals in the 1950s—from decomposing enough to float. Sugar planter Edgar Watson terrorized the Florida Everglades in the early 1900s, allegedly killing laborers each harvest to dodge their wages, and in 2016 two alligators were found feeding on a corpse in the same swamp. Leakin Park in Baltimore has given up roughly 70 bodies since 1946, while the Texas Killing Fields along I-45 between Houston and Galveston have yielded 30 since 13-year-old Colette Wilson vanished in 1971—among them Krystal Jean Baker, whose 1986 murder was tied to Kevin Edison Smith by DNA in 2012. Over 100 bodies have come out of the Mojave Desert, sending photographer William Bradford and William Floyd Zamastil to prison, and the still-unidentified Gilgo Beach killer dumped as many as 17 victims along Ocean Parkway, three of them strangled, bagged in burlap, and linked to the Long Island Serial Killer. Pelham Bay Park concealed at least 65 bodies between 1986 and 1995, the East River surrendered 26 in the spring of 2010 alone, and Gary Ridgway, the Green River Killer, confessed to ending at least 49 women's lives.From there the episode turns to bodies found where no one thinks to look. Canadian student Elisa Lam decomposed for as long as 19 days inside a rooftop water cistern at Downtown Los Angeles's Cecil Hotel while guests drank and bathed from the same supply and complained the water tasted off. In Xi'an, China, a woman starved to death trapped in an elevator over the Chinese New Year, her hands mangled from a month of clawing at the doors after workers skipped a required inspection. Elmer McCurdy, killed by police in 1911 after robbing a train of $46 and two jugs of whiskey, was embalmed with arsenic and toured carnivals as a sideshow attraction until a film crew for The Six Million Dollar Man snapped his arm off at a Long Beach amusement park in 1976 and found bone beneath the wax; he was finally buried in Guthrie, Oklahoma, in 1977. A Disneyland Paris worker was electrocuted behind the scenes of the Phantom Manor ride in 2016, a German mother kept three of her infants in freezer wrapping for some 30 years until her grown children uncovered them while digging for frozen pizza, and Joshua Maddox, missing since 2008, was discovered seven years later wedged in the chimney of his parents' Colorado cabin with no sign of injury.Next comes a quarter-mile of Interstate 4 near Lake Monroe, Florida, that locals call the Dead Zone. The asphalt covers four unmarked graves of Dutch immigrants who died in the Yellow Fever epidemic that erased the 1870s settlement of St. Joseph's, graves that landowner Albert Hawkins fenced and protected after stumbling on them in 1905, and which earned a reputation for lightning strikes, house fires, and a fatal hit-and-run befalling anyone who disturbed them. The state promised to relocate the remains before construction but paved over them, and as work began in 1960 Hurricane Donna changed course to follow the road's path; the highway opened in 1963 with a deadly truck crash at that exact spot. Somewhere between 1,500 and 2,000 accidents have clustered along the short stretch since, Hurricane Charley retraced Donna's route over it in 2004, and drivers report their radios filling with growls, children's laughter, and disembodied voices in a place with no nearby transmitters.The episode closes with the 1891 murder of Karl Emanuel Ruttinger, a German lace salesman from Dresden whose body watchman Samuel Mortin found half-floating in the mud below Tottenville, Staten Island, his arms bound behind his back and a linen handkerchief monogrammed "W.W." rammed down his throat with a stick. Suspicion fell on his brother-in-law, William Wright, who had sailed with him from Liverpool and shared his boarding-house room, yet Wright stood only five-foot-four at 120 pounds, far too slight to overpower a six-foot, 200-pound man alone. The trail twisted through a throat-cutting suicide at the Astor House by a man calling himself Fred Evans, a string of conflicting witness identifications, and the discovery that Ruttinger's life had been insured for more than $20,000 just a month before the voyage—raising the possibility that the corpse was not Ruttinger at all. A Tottenville inquest ruled that it was indeed Ruttinger, suffocated by persons unknown, and in 1892 the Equitable Life Assurance Society paid his mother Therese roughly $22,000, conceding privately that settling was cheaper than proving the fraud they suspected.

Mars Discoveries and Cosmological Mysteries. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. The discovery of galaxies devoid of dark matter is challenging fundamental astronomical theories. On Mars, the Curiosity rover has reached smooth ground after five years of rocky terrain. Additionally, orbiters have detected multiple dust devils and potential frost and ice in the planet's equatorial regions during winter. 81880

What happens when an entire family turns blue... literally? In this Freak Family Favorites episode of The Box of Oddities, Kat and Jethro revisit one of the most fascinating medical mysteries in American history: the legendary Blue People of Kentucky. Deep in the isolated hills of Appalachia, generations of the Fugate family lived with a rare genetic condition that turned their skin shades of blue ranging from pale sky to deep indigo. The story sounds like folklore, but it's completely true. Discover how a chance genetic inheritance, geographic isolation, and a remarkable medical breakthrough created one of the strangest family histories ever documented. Then, the duo travels to the blistering Atacama Desert of Chile to investigate one of the most controversial archaeological discoveries of the 21st century. A tiny six-inch humanoid skeleton with an elongated skull, unusual rib structure, and unsettlingly human features sparked worldwide claims of extraterrestrial life. Was it proof of aliens? A medical anomaly? Or something even stranger? Follow the twists, scientific investigations, DNA testing, and ethical controversies surrounding the mysterious "Atacama Skeleton" and the shocking truth researchers eventually uncovered. From blue-skinned mountain families to alien-looking desert mummies, this episode explores how reality often proves far stranger than fiction. If you love bizarre history, unexplained mysteries, strange science, medical oddities, archaeology, genetics, UFO controversies, and true stories that sound impossible, this is an episode you won't want to miss. #BoxOfOddities #BluePeopleOfKentucky #AtacamaSkeleton #MedicalMysteries #GeneticDisorders #WeirdHistory #StrangeScience #Archaeology #UFOMysteries #Appalachia #TrueOddities #FreakFamilyFavorites Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Zimmerman discusses the replicability crisis in soft sciences, where half of published studies fail confirmation. He also highlights astronomical discoveries, including a supernova remnant and the unique counter-rotating dust of the Black Eye galaxy. (12)

This episode was recorded live at Manifest 2026. Razib Khan is a prominent writer, population geneticist, and podcaster. He is best known for his extensive deep-dives into human evolutionary history, consumer genomics, culture, and ancient DNA. https://x.com/razibkhanhttps://x.com/razibkhan?lang=enChapter Markers:(00:00) - Razib Khan at Manifest 2026: Genetic Discoveries, AI, and Academia (01:18) - Manifest Q&A Kickoff (02:43) - Yamnaya: Ancient DNA Mysteries (15:01) - Yamnaya: Y Chromosome Conquests (22:10) - Embryo Screening and AI (42:15) - Conformity and Tenure (46:34) - Academia: Reforms (53:55) - Academia: Ideological Capture and Funding (58:19) - Controversies and Closing Q&A –Steve Hsu is Professor of Theoretical Physics and of Computational Mathematics, Science, and Engineering at Michigan State University. Previously, he was Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation at MSU and Director of the Institute of Theoretical Science at the University of Oregon. Hsu is a startup founder (SuperFocus.ai, SafeWeb, Genomic Prediction, Othram) and advisor to venture capital and other investment firms. He was educated at Caltech and Berkeley, was a Harvard Junior Fellow, and has held faculty positions at Yale, the University of Oregon, and MSU. Please send any questions or suggestions to manifold1podcast@gmail.com or Steve on X @hsu_steve.

The first chapter in this best-selling book discusses the fascinating possibility that the Shroud of Turin is the burial cloth of Jesus. Book: The Jesus Discoveries by Jeremiah J. Johnston Purchase book here I'm Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: theapologistsbookshelf@gmail.com

Dr. Jeremiah Johnston does not just talk about evidence. He brings it. A first-century Roman crucifixion nail, six inches long, curved from being hammered into flesh again and again. The dice the soldiers cast for a dying man's clothes. Ancient coins. A cup pulled from the waters of Alexandria that calls Jesus a magician and predates the gospels. One by one, he sets them on the table, and one by one, the story of the cross stops feeling like a story. We examine how the Shroud of Turin is scientific proof of the resurrection. We stare at the face of the man of the shroud, 374 scourge marks, a side wound between the fifth and sixth rib, and an image science still cannot replicate. Jeremiah breaks down the 1898 negative photograph that started it all, the flawed carbon dating, the pollen grains that only bloom in springtime in Jerusalem, and the burst of energy it would take to scorch that image into the cloth.Jeremiah is a New Testament scholar, the number one New York Times bestselling author of The Jesus Discoveries, and a man who has carried this evidence to Tucker, Shawn Ryan, and the World Economic Forum at Davos. And he comes to Blurry Creatures because he embraces the same thing we do. The supernatural is real, and the modern church has a truncated view of it. We get into the cup that calls Jesus a magician, the graffiti that mocks the crucifixion, his own angel encounter on a New Jersey highway, and the one question that ends the skeptical argument. Where is the body? This episode is sponsored by: https://livemomentous.com — Get up to 35% off your first order with promo code BLURRY at checkout! https://preborn.com/blurry — Visit the PreBorn! website or dial #250 and use keyword BABY to donate today. https://rocketmoney.com/blurry — Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 71 Universe expansion still accelerating after all A new study has confirmed that the universe is continuing to expand at an ever-accelerating rate under the force of dark energy and heading for a cold, dark and empty fate. Mysterious cosmic signals finally explained Astronomers have discovered that dead stars called white dwarfs located in binary systems are a primary source of mysterious signals from deep space called long-period radio transients. What made last week's New England meteor incident so rare? Last week we reported on a meteor that rocked the afternoon spring skies over New England. It now turns out that was a very rare event. The Science Report Sugar-sweetened drinks increase the risk of two types of liver cancer. New fish species swimming in the warm tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. A new study claims that living with cats does not worsen asthma or allergies in children. Skeptics guide to on line influencers.

Join Mary Stone as she reflects on Spiderwort, a native plant growing in the wrong place; a conversation with a dear client; the wisdom of the song "Crooked Tree"; and a reminder that what appears flawed or out of place may have a purpose we cannot yet see.Along the way, Mary shares a brief update on her vegetable garden, a surprising use for carrot greens, and a favorite story from The Lesson of the Leaf about a beech leaf that landed on her shoulder just when she needed it most.In this episode:When Spiderwort becomes too much of a good thing Why a troublesome plant may be exactly right somewhere else The wisdom behind the song Crooked Tree "Spiderwort doesn't belong everywhere. But it belongs somewhere."Thank you for sharing the Garden of Life.

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Rare disease research is creating new paths for diagnosis, treatment, and broader medical discovery. Gene therapy can repair or replace faulty genes, and work on cystinosis has led to a stem cell platform now being applied to Danon disease, Sanfilippo syndrome C, Friedreich's ataxia, and Alzheimer's research. Funding programs support gene therapy, clinical trials, and new platform approaches for rare diseases. CAR-T cell research is also advancing treatment possibilities for pediatric brain tumors, including early results in children with DIPG and diffuse midline glioma. A patient advocate shares her daughter's diagnostic odyssey and treatment for TUBB4A leukodystrophy. Together, these stories show why rare disease research matters beyond rarity. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 41402]

Bob Zimmerman highlights discoveries by the James Webb Space Telescope, including a black hole 6 billion times the mass of the sun located 10 billion light-years away. He also describes a "flickering" quasar from the early universe that challenges current Big Bang theories. Finally, Zimmerman provides an update on the Curiosity rover as it travels through the "Grand" valley on its ascent of Mars. (16)1913

Content's value is in the intelligence it brings, regardless of what system it's found in. But there is a lot of enterprise content across many, many systems.On the Mostly Unstructured Podcast, KeyMark CMO Clay Tuten sits down with Mike Askren, VP of Product at Hyland, on how document management and ECM are becoming an intelligence layer for agentic AI, and the right size and scale problems to tackle with agents.Topics explored: Why has enterprise value moved from storing and securing content to extracting intelligence from it? How content federation connects AI services to content across on-prem, cloud, and hyperscaler systems. What an enterprise context engine does, and why the relationships between documents matter more than the engine itself. Why agentic governance matters so much. Monitoring, coaching, and shutting down agents that hallucinate or run on stale instructions. Why the highest-ROI AI work comes from the processes that are least exciting, but have the highest volume of occurrence. Questions this episode answers: What is the intelligence layer in enterprise content management? How much enterprise data is unstructured, and why does it matter for AI? What is content federation and why is it needed for enterprise AI? What is agent governance and how is it different from data governance? How do you get ROI from AI without replacing your existing systems? Where should a CIO start when moving ECM into an AI intelligence layer? What is intelligent document processing (IDP) and how does it relate to agentic automation? Subscribe for more AI talk on content intelligence, IDP, and agentic AI from the team at KeyMark, or reach out if anything caught your ear.Timestamps:00:00 – From storage to intelligence: the ECM shift01:58 – What "unstructured content" really means03:01 – Mike's role at Hyland and content federation04:11 – The content-fueled agentic enterprise06:45 – Why 70–90% of enterprise data goes untapped08:03 – Agentic governance and context you can trust09:25 – Human-in-the-loop feedback and coaching agents10:22 – The control tower: monitoring and stopping agents12:03 – Agents as digital employees13:45 – Advice for CIOs under pressure15:23 – Start small: the attainable win, not the moonshot18:39 – Where the ROI actually hides19:47 – Practical outcomes: claims, HR, government21:03 – First steps into the intelligence layer24:45 – From IDP to agentic automation to new workflows27:19 – Slow down, ask questions

This week's Dollar Bin Discovery theme is High Octane, where speed comes in more than one flavor. Mike took a lap with Legends of NASCAR #6, bringing plenty of racing action and '90s promotional energy, while Jessika dove into action-packed seas with Captain Nauticus & The Ocean Force.

Can archaeology really confirm what the Bible records? In this episode of inContext, Dr. Michael Easley sits down with archaeologist and Dallas Theological Seminary professor Dr. Paul Weaver to discuss his new book, Faith Affirming Findings: 50 Archaeological Discoveries That Validate the Historicity and Reliability of Scripture. From the fallen walls of Jericho to Hezekiah's Tunnel, the Pool of Siloam, Peter's house in Capernaum, and the famous Lachish Reliefs, Dr. Weaver explores some of the most compelling archaeological discoveries connected to the biblical world. Together, they discuss how these findings continue to challenge skepticism and strengthen confidence in the Bible's historical reliability. Whether you're interested in biblical archaeology, apologetics, Israel, or defending your faith, this conversation offers fascinating insights into how archaeology helps illuminate Scripture and its historical context. If you've ever wondered whether the Bible can be trusted, this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 Archaeology and the Bible: Critics Proven Wrong 00:40 Introduction to Dr. Paul Weaver 03:23 Can Archaeology Validate Scripture? 03:51 Minimalists vs. Maximalists Explained 07:56 Jericho and the Fallen Walls 12:14 The Lachish Reliefs and Assyrian Evidence 17:10 Hezekiah's Tunnel and Jerusalem's Defense 21:10 The Discovery of the Pool of Siloam 22:33 Peter's House in Capernaum 26:33 The Magdala Synagogue Discovery 33:30 Caesarea Philippi and Peter's Confession 38:13 Why Archaeology Strengthens Faith 39:16 Final Encouragement for Bible Students Key Topics Covered Biblical archaeology and Christian faith Archaeological evidence for Scripture David, Belshazzar, and historical verification Jericho and Joshua's conquest The Lachish Reliefs and King Sennacherib Hezekiah's Tunnel in Jerusalem The Pool of Siloam discovery Peter's house in Capernaum The Magdala Synagogue Caesarea Philippi and Jesus' ministry Bible reliability and apologetics Israel and archaeological discoveries How archaeology responds to skepticism Faith-affirming evidence from the ancient world Links Mentioned Faith Affirming Findings by Dr. Paul Weaver More of Dr. Weaver's books Watch the highlights and full version of this interview on our Youtube channel. For more inContext interviews, click here.

The Supreme Court ruling banning race-based affirmative action is almost three years old, and almost nothing has played out as expected. Black and Hispanic enrollment dropped at the country's most elite universities, but rose at the vast majority of colleges across the US. And in a twist nobody planned for, the end of race-based admissions may have quietly accelerated the rise of class-based affirmative action.  Plus, scientists have discovered what may be one of the world's largest deep-sea coral reefs off the coast of Argentina, an ecosystem that is home to 40 species new to science. A golf ball-sized, bright blue octopus near the Galapagos Islands has just been confirmed as a brand new species. NASA has unveiled its renderings for a permanent moon base, with three missions targeting launch before the end of 2026. Additionally, researchers in the Czech Republic are racing to climate-proof the Saaz hop, the backbone of Czech pilsner, before droughts and heatwaves do the unthinkable. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Progress Network and Kaleidoscope. For transcripts, to join the newsletter, and for more information, visit: theprogressnetwork.org Subscribe to our (FREE) Substack newsletter: https://theprogressnetwork.org/newsletter/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: / theprogressnetwork Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @progressntwrk Follow Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyemmavarv/

In this episode, Mary Stone shares an unexpected realization that emerged while revising her book proposal for The Lesson of the Leaf to Hay House Publishing. Along the way, she reflects on belonging, commitment, the wisdom of gardens, and the connections that sustain us through every season of life. Plus, a garden update featuring radishes, sunflowers, clover, and a reminder that growth often happens beneath the shelter of something larger than ourselves.Thanks for tuning in! Link to Companion Post: Growing Belonging in the Garden of LifeLinks to related Episodes and Blog Posts: Forest Bathing Helps Loneliness - Blog PostEp 34. Forest Bathing, Willowwood Champion TreesOverview of the Lesson of the Leaf– Blog Post Ep 180 Overview of the Lesson of the LeafThanks for listening and sharing in the Garden of Life.

Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard is front and center on RadioBypass Episode 424!This week we're bringing you another killer lineup of new music discoveries featuring fresh tracks from Manraze, John Corabi, Accept, The Phoenix Within, Harsh, Sweet Electric, Stryper, Jayler, The Band Feel, and Dan Byrne. If you're looking for your next favorite rock song, you're in the right place.We also spin great music from Corvus Lore and Judge Jackson, plus we celebrate a guitar legend's birthday with a special spotlight on Steve Vai. And because you can never have too much Stryper, we've got a classic track from the band alongside their latest release.Featured artists this week include:• Corvus Lore• Judge Jackson• Manraze• John Corabi• Accept• The Phoenix Within• Harsh• Sweet Electric• Stryper• Jayler• The Band Feel• Steve Vai• Dan ByrneEpisode 424 Playlist:Corvus Lore – Carry Me StrongJudge Jackson – Just BecauseManraze – Original SinJohn Corabi – One More ShotAccept – Fast As A SharkThe Phoenix Within – ContenderHarsh – Forever YesterdaySweet Electric – I Remember YouStryper – I'm Alright (I'm Okay)Stryper – To Hell With The DevilJayler – Over The MountainThe Band Feel – Twice AliveSteve Vai – The Attitude SongDan Byrne – Death Of MeTurn it up and discover some Rock and Roll that DESERVES to be heard!Listen, subscribe, and share RadioBypass with every rock fan you know.

Polly Barrow and her boys make another special delivery, this time to the Underwoods of Oak Mountain. Discoveries are made. This is part two of our three episode introduction to Old Gods of Appalachia. This episode references historical racism and law enforcement, happy baby sounds, blended Appalachian witchcraft and Christian practices, supernatural manifestations centered around a baby. Sensitive listeners please be advised. Today's episode encompassed episode 34 from season three of Old Gods. If you like what you heard, you can listen to the complete podcast — currently in its sixth season here in 2026 — on your favorite podcast app. Old Gods of Appalachia is a production of DeepNerd Media. To learn more about the show, visit oldgodsofappalachia.com Written by Cam Collins Special script consultant: DJ Rogers Narrated by Steve Shell Sound design by Steve Shell Produced and edited by Cam Collins and Steve Shell The voice of Granny Underwood: Stephanie Hickling-Beckman The voice of Nina Jennings: Shasparay Irvine The voice of Tobias Underwood: DJ Rogers The voice of Polly Barrow: Tracy Johnston-Crum Intro music: “The Land Unknown (The Pound of Flesh Verses)” written and performed by Landon Blood Outro music: “I Cannot Escape The Darkness” by Those Poor Bastards Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Are we witnessing the first real signs of AI becoming a scientist? In this episode of The MAD Podcast, Matt Turck sits down with Dan Roberts, lead of the Foundations of Reinforcement Learning team at OpenAI, to explore one of the biggest shifts happening in AI: the rise of reasoning models, test-time compute, and reinforcement learning as engines of scientific discovery. Dan brings a rare perspective - from theoretical physics, black holes, quantum information, and deep learning theory - to explain how models are learning to “think,” why language may be such a powerful foundation for intelligence, what recent AI math breakthroughs really mean, and whether we are beginning to see AI systems that can contribute to science itself.(00:00) Intro: AI's wild week in mathematics(01:21) What OpenAI's Foundations of RL team does(03:08) Dan's journey: from black holes and quantum gravity to frontier AI(07:04) Are AI systems becoming useful for real science?(08:21) The AI math moment: Erdős, OpenAI, DeepMind, and Anthropic(08:52) Why the OpenAI result was an act of exploration(10:25) OpenAI vs. DeepMind: informal reasoning vs. formal proof(12:13) RL 101: learning by doing, not just watching(15:10) Why reinforcement learning works(15:58) How RL breaks: sparse feedback and long-horizon tasks(17:03) RLHF: how human feedback shaped early language models(18:48) Move 37, self-play, and the search for novel strategies(22:16) Explore vs. exploit in scientific discovery(24:49) Why RL may now be "the cake," not the cherry on top(25:46) Why RL started working with large language models(27:29) Is RL "sucking supervision through a straw"?(28:47) Why language may be the grounding layer for intelligence(31:46) A contrarian take on the Bitter Lesson(32:41) What test-time compute actually is(34:50) How RL gives models the ability to think(35:40) Verifiable rewards, math, coding, and the messy real world(38:00) What physics can teach us about AI(42:08) Is there a thermodynamics of AI?(43:08) From Erdős problems to Einstein-level AI(45:16) Is AI already doing original science?(45:51) How far are we from AI automating AI research?(47:41) Why Dan is excited about the future of science

In today's Astronomy Daily, Anna and Avery cover six major stories: Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp pledges New Glenn will fly again before year's end despite last week's launchpad explosion; astronomers announce the first direct evidence of magnetic fields on exoplanets using Hot Jupiter wind data; NASA's Roman Space Telescope clears its final mirror inspection ahead of a September 2026 launch; SpaceX wins a $4.16 billion Space Force contract for an airborne threat-tracking satellite constellation; a reflection on the lasting scientific legacy of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS; and Hungarian researchers publish the definitive mass boundary between neutron stars and black holes at 2.2–2.3 solar masses.   Stories Covered •       Blue Origin New Glenn explosion aftermath — CEO Dave Limp confirms damage is less severe than feared, pledges return to flight before end of 2026 •       First direct evidence of exoplanet magnetic fields — Nature Astronomy, June 2, 2026 — ESO VLT and Gemini North study of seven Hot Jupiter wind speeds •       NASA Roman Space Telescope primary mirror passes final Earth-side inspection — September 2026 launch target confirmed •       SpaceX $4.16 billion US Space Force SB-AMTI contract — threat-tracking satellite constellation targeting 2028 operational capability •       3I/ATLAS scientific legacy — new analysis on what the interstellar comet reveals about solar system formation across the Milky Way •       Neutron star mass limit defined at 2.2–2.3 solar masses — HUN-REN Wigner Research Centre for Physics, Hungary   Key Terms Explained •       Hot Jupiter: A gas giant exoplanet similar in size to Jupiter, orbiting very close to its host star, typically tidally locked •       Magnetic field: An invisible force field generated by electrically conducting material moving inside a planet, critical for atmospheric protection •       Lagrange point 2 (L2): A gravitationally stable point in space approximately 1.5 million kilometres from Earth, opposite the Sun — home to both JWST and (soon) Roman •       SB-AMTI: Space-Based Airborne Moving Target Indicator — a satellite constellation for tracking airborne threats from orbit •       Neutron star: The ultra-dense remnant of a collapsed massive star, composed almost entirely of neutrons •       3I/ATLAS: Third confirmed interstellar object, discovered July 2025; an active comet from outside our solar system •       Deuterium: A heavy isotope of hydrogen containing one neutron; its abundance in 3I/ATLAS water suggests formation in an extremely cold environmentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click HereThis episode includes AI-generated content.

When science appears to contradict the faith, the Quietism heresy, the abduction phenomena and more on Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Egyptian print media has historically functioned as a cultural barometer, shifting from the early official bulletins of the 20th century into a relentless and aggressive form of capitalism on steroids. Professor Bahia Shehab discusses her book, "A Trade in Dreams: A Century of Egyptian Print Advertising", unpacking how visual culture has been both a witness to and a victim of political upheaval. Her research illuminates a century where advertising functioned as legalized psychological operations, deeply embedded in the daily life of Cairo. By dissecting the visual language of the past, she provides a necessary framework for understanding the mono-culture and flattening of aesthetic diversity in the modern era.   00:00 Introduction 01:32 Invention of the Egyptian Press 04:00 The Business Model of Early Advertising 05:50 Motivations for Researching Advertising History 08:20 Discoveries in Beauty Standards and Race 09:55 Sequential Chronology and Political Tectonic Shifts 12:13 Napoleon, Egyptomania, and Early Visual Communication 17:14 1920s–1940s: Agriculture and the Tobacco Export Industry 20:00 Professionalization and Multinational Ad Agencies 22:31 Hybrid Aesthetics: International vs. Local Design 27:21 The Nasser Era: Socialism and Nationalized Media 30:57 The Sadat Era: Peace Treaties and the Open Door Policy 32:33 Influential Figures and the Silencing of Female Voices 37:01 Domination of the Soap Industry 48:58 The 1940s: The Golden Age of Egyptian Advertising 57:04 Egypt's Leading Role in Regional Advertising 59:08 Book Tour and Future Perspectives   Bahia Shehab is a multidisciplinary artist, designer, political activist and historian whose work focuses on the interaction and intersection of modern identity and ancient cultural heritage. Her imaginative combination of calligraphy and Islamic art history produced cutting edge, beautiful, impactful street art during the Arab Spring and continues to inform her work as an educator and designer. Having always been concerned with identity and preserving cultural heritage, she investigates art history to reinterpret contemporary Arab politics, feminist discourse and social issues. Her culturally oriented work enables her to use history as a means to better understand the present and find solutions for the future. She believes that art may be employed for the purposes of social change and has explored this phenomenon through her artwork, which focuses on socially charged themes such as the Arab identity and women's rights. Her research is largely concerned with understanding the Arabic letters and has been preoccupied with Arabic calligraphy in much of her work. Her work has been displayed in exhibitions around the world and she has received several awards and recognition for her achievements.   Connect with Bahia Shehab

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In this episode, Mary Stone shares a spring greenhouse adventure that begins with shopping for annuals and vegetables and turns into a delightful journey of unexpected discoveries.Along the way, she reflects on a bear emerging from a patch of skunk cabbage, bird nests tucked among flowering shrubs, a mysterious hornet visitor, and the wisdom that can emerge when we leave room for wandering.Mary also offers practical tips for selecting healthy annuals and creating beautiful kitchen gardens filled with flowers, herbs, and vegetables.Perhaps one of life's greatest lessons is this: some of the best treasures are found when we venture beyond what we originally came looking for.Special thanks to Steve Oken and Stonehedge Growers for inspiring this week's greenhouse wanderings and introducing me to some unexpected treasures.Companion Blog Post: Leave Room for Wandering: Unexpected Greenhouse Treasures Previous Podcast Episodes: Ep 251 – Healing Beneath the Mayapple: Skunk Cabbage WisdomEp 94 - Starting an Organic Garden & DIY Soil TestingEp 28 - Three Sisters, No-Till GardeningEp 149 - Straw Bale Gardening Builds CommunityRelated Blog Posts:Starting an Organic Garden Straw Bale Gardening Builds CommunityStarting a No-till Garden Old Farmer's Almanac Planting Calendar:https://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-calendarThanks for listening and sharing in the Garden of Life.

Darkness Radio presents Supernatural News/Parashare: Alien Anarchy & Near Death Discoveries Edition w/Mallie Fox!This Week, the second drop of "disclosure" videos and documents has been released by PURSUE, and there is a lot of compelling information to sift through!  We go over some of the information and reactions to both drops on today's program.  A Texas pastor says there are some terrifying spiritual patterns in the UFO files that everyone should be aware of. We cover that as well!  A woman who lived "an entire life" in a coma and "gave birth" reveals her destination when she awoke, and another woman reveals her fascinating near-death experience that took her to Heaven and Hell! The new UFO files include footage of a fighter jet shooting down something described as a "balloon"!  Check out the footage here: https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/news/400002/new-ufo-files-include-footage-of-an-object-being-shot-down-by-fighter-jet# Dan Farah, the director of the new film, Age of Disclosure, called the released picture from Apollo 17, "The most significant UAP release!  Read the full interview with him here for some interesting insight on what else he thinks we will find in these disclosure files:  https://ew.com/age-disclosure-director-dan-farrah-photo-from-unsealed-uap-files-most-significant-evidence-11976656A pub ghost pranks the staff by chucking signs around and unscrewing light bulbs right out of the socket!  See the video here:  https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/weird-news/moment-bored-pub-ghost-pranks-37187082?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=fark&ICID=ref_farkMallie has been expanding her reach, featured as a researcher and talking head on Strange Evidence on the Science Channel!  You can stream it on demand on Discovery + or on Max!  Get Max here:   https://bit.ly/469lcZHMake sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps!and subscribe to the Darkness Radio YouTube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennisDarkness Radio Hoodies! Fleece Pants! Bucket Hats! Mugs! Glasses! and MORE!There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website!  Check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/#paranormal  #supernatural #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis #malliefox #paranormalgirl #strangeevidence #supernaturalnews #parashare  #ghosts  #spirits   #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #demons #supernaturalsex #deliverances #exorcisms #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunters  #Psychics  #tarot  #ouija    #Aliens  #UFO #UAP #Extraterrestrials #alienhumanhybrid #alienabduction #alienimplant #Alienspaceships  #disclosure #shadowpeople #AATIP #DIA #Cryptids #Cryptozoology #bigfoot #sasquatch #yeti  #abominablesnowman #ogopogo #lochnessmonster #chupacabra #beastofbrayroad #mothman  #artificialintelligence #AI  #NASA  #CIA #FBI #conspiracytheory #neardeatheexperience 

This week, we're channeling Prismatic Power with two comics that couldn't be more different. Mike suffered through Judgement Day #1 from Lightning Comics, while Jessika uncovered adventure and mysticism in Indiana Jones and the Spear of Destiny #4. One shines with pulpy treasure-hunting energy. The other mostly shines because of the foil cover. Guess which is which. 

Darkness Radio presents Supernatural News/Parashare: Alien Anarchy & Near Death Discoveries Edition w/Mallie Fox!This Week, the second drop of "disclosure" videos and documents has been released by PURSUE, and there is a lot of compelling information to sift through!  We go over some of the information and reactions to both drops on today's program.  A Texas pastor says there are some terrifying spiritual patterns in the UFO files that everyone should be aware of. We cover that as well!  A woman who lived "an entire life" in a coma and "gave birth" reveals her destination when she awoke, and another woman reveals her fascinating near-death experience that took her to Heaven and Hell! The new UFO files include footage of a fighter jet shooting down something described as a "balloon"!  Check out the footage here: https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/news/400002/new-ufo-files-include-footage-of-an-object-being-shot-down-by-fighter-jet# Dan Farah, the director of the new film, Age of Disclosure, called the released picture from Apollo 17, "The most significant UAP release!  Read the full interview with him here for some interesting insight on what else he thinks we will find in these disclosure files:  https://ew.com/age-disclosure-director-dan-farrah-photo-from-unsealed-uap-files-most-significant-evidence-11976656A pub ghost pranks the staff by chucking signs around and unscrewing light bulbs right out of the socket!  See the video here:  https://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/weird-news/moment-bored-pub-ghost-pranks-37187082?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=fark&ICID=ref_farkMallie has been expanding her reach, featured as a researcher and talking head on Strange Evidence on the Science Channel!  You can stream it on demand on Discovery + or on Max!  Get Max here:   https://bit.ly/469lcZHMake sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps!and subscribe to the Darkness Radio YouTube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennisDarkness Radio Hoodies! Fleece Pants! Bucket Hats! Mugs! Glasses! and MORE!There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website!  Check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/#paranormal  #supernatural #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis #malliefox #paranormalgirl #strangeevidence #supernaturalnews #parashare  #ghosts  #spirits   #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #demons #supernaturalsex #deliverances #exorcisms #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunters  #Psychics  #tarot  #ouija    #Aliens  #UFO #UAP #Extraterrestrials #alienhumanhybrid #alienabduction #alienimplant #Alienspaceships  #disclosure #shadowpeople #AATIP #DIA #Cryptids #Cryptozoology #bigfoot #sasquatch #yeti  #abominablesnowman #ogopogo #lochnessmonster #chupacabra #beastofbrayroad #mothman  #artificialintelligence #AI  #NASA  #CIA #FBI #conspiracytheory #neardeatheexperience 

In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from mind-bending math to historic tragedies and iconic 1980s pop culture. Can you answer these? Zero Multiplications: You might know basic math, but can you stay sharp when calculating the product of 764 and zero under pressure? Washington D.C. Tragedies: Several U.S. Presidents have died while serving in office, but do you know who was the very last one to pass away right in the nation's capital? Element Discoveries: We travel back to 1789 to the dawn of modern chemistry. Do you know the name of the scientist who first discovered the powerhouse element Uranium? Play. Share. Listen, with World Renowned Theoretical Physicist, Dr. Michio Kaku. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Egyptology is the scientific study of Ancient Egypt; a historic and rich culture spanning from 3100 BCE to around 332 BCE – almost 3,000 years! It was a culture so vast that the first documented Egyptologists were ancient Egyptians themselves! So, considering how long experts have been studying it, you'd expect them to know almost everything about the ancient treasures found here, right? Despite researching for centuries, there are discoveries Egyptologists have made that defy even their understandings. And worse… that scare them. From brutal burial practices to mathematical miracles, let's investigate discoveries in Egypt that have terrified Egyptologists.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mary Stone shares reflections from a deeply meaningful weekend serving as a Big Buddy at Comfort Zone Camp for children grieving the loss of a parent or sibling to suicide. Through stories of Mayapple, Skunk Cabbage, Barred Owls, Nesting Birds, and an unforgettable Black Bear encounter near the creek, this episode explores Healing, Resilience, Emotional Courage, and the Wisdom Waiting Beneath the Surface of the Natural World. Along the way, Mary revisits earlier podcast stories about Mayapple folklore, Ken Roberts' beautiful song Mandrakes, and the remarkable lessons hidden within even the most unusual woodland plants. Link to Companion Blog Post: Healing Beneath the MayapplePrevious Related Podcasts & Posts Ep 252. Edible vs. Ornamental Rhubarb — Kindness Helps HealEpisode 31: Comedy of Crickets, Mayapple of My Eye  (Featuring Ken Roberts' song: Mandrakes)Previous blog posts: Mayapple of my EyeRhubarb Edible vs. Ornamental— Kindness Helps Heal Thanks for listening and sharing in the Garden of Life.

If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. Whether you enjoy consuming your content visually or via audio, we've got you covered - and it will always be provided free of charge.  So, if you enjoy what we do and want to support our work of providing accessible, free content on various platforms, please consider making a donation to the links provided below.  Thank you and enjoy the episode!Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Cash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejectsPart 1 — BibliographySecondary worksEncyclopaedia Britannica. “Christianity: The Gentile Mission and St. Paul.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Saint James, the Lord's brother.”Joel Marcus, “Jewish Christianity,” in The Cambridge History of Christianity, ed. Margaret M. Mitchell and Frances M. Young (Cambridge University Press).Carson Bay, “The First Christians of Antioch,” in Antioch on the Orontes, ed. Andrea U. De Giorgi (Cambridge University Press).Clayton N. Jefford, “Didache,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Apostolic Fathers, ed. Michael F. Bird and Scott Harrower (Cambridge University Press).David J. Downs, “Church, Church Ministry, and Church Order,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Apostolic Fathers, ed. Michael F. Bird and Scott Harrower (Cambridge University Press).Janelle Peters, “1 and 2 Clement,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Apostolic Fathers, ed. Michael F. Bird and Scott Harrower (Cambridge University Press).Jonathon Lookadoo, “The Letters of Ignatius,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Apostolic Fathers, ed. Michael F. Bird and Scott Harrower (Cambridge University Press).Dan Batovici, “The Shepherd of Hermas as Early Christian Apocalypse,” in The Cambridge Companion to the Apostolic Fathers, ed. Michael F. Bird and Scott Harrower (Cambridge University Press).Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Ebionites.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Nazarene.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Marcion of Pontus.”Harry Y. Gamble, “Marcion and the ‘canon',” in The Cambridge History of Christianity, ed. Margaret M. Mitchell and Frances M. Young (Cambridge University Press).Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Valentinus.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Valentinian.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Gospel of Philip.”Bible Odyssey, “Gnosticism and the Nag Hammadi Library Explained.”Bart D. Ehrman, “The Discoveries of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Nag Hammadi Library,” in Truth and Fiction in The Da Vinci Code (Oxford University Press).Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Montanism.”Bible Odyssey, “James.”Bible Odyssey, “James and Paul.”Bible Odyssey, “Priscilla and Aquila.”Bible Odyssey, “Lydia.”Bible Odyssey, “Women's Work in the Greco-Roman World.”Primary texts usedActs 15.Galatians 2:11–14.Romans 16:1–7.1 Corinthians 1:22–24.Josephus, Antiquities of the Jews 20.9.1 (20.200).Didache.1 Clement.The Letters of Ignatius.The Shepherd of Hermas.Irenaeus, Against Heresies.Tertullian, Against Marcion.The Gospel of Truth.The Gospel of Philip.Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. A

What are the most important things you can do today to live longer and stay healthier while doing it? In this final Lifespan Rewind episode, Dr. David Sinclair, A.O., Ph.D., a Professor of Genetics for over 25 years at Harvard Medical School and a leader in the field of longevity research, revisits the most surprising insights from his #1-ranked Season 1 series, combining updated commentary with key moments from across all eight episodes. The result is a thought-provoking, focused, practical guide to the science of longevity – grounded in evidence and designed for real-world application. Whether you're new to longevity science or looking to refine your approach, this episode brings together the most important principles in one place so you can better understand not just what to do, but why it matters. At Lifespan, our mission is to help you and your loved ones live longer, healthier lives while supporting medical research aimed at breakthroughs to extend all our lives. Join us at: https://lifespan.com. We're building the world's largest longevity community who will grow, learn, and live longer together. Subscribe here for new Lifespan show episodes every two weeks. __________________________________________ Partners of the Lifespan show help us keep this program freely available as an educational resource while also supporting medical research. We only collaborate with partners whose products are grounded in strong science – and products our team has personally used for many years. Our selected partners make it convenient for the Lifespan audience to access the tools and technologies featured in this episode – from exogenous fuel for neurons (Ketone-IQ), to wearables that track recovery, strain, and sleep (WHOOP), to smart devices that measure key health metrics such as visceral fat content and muscle gains (Withings). If you'd like to learn more or try these tools: ○ Ketone-IQ: Get 30% off your first monthly order at https://ketone.com/lifespan with code LIFESPAN ○. WHOOP: Get a free WHOOP band plus one month free at https://join.whoop.com/LIFESPAN with code LIFESPAN ○. Withings: Explore their smart health devices at https://withings.com/lifespan using code LIFESPAN __________________________________________ Legal & Medical Disclaimers The Lifespan show and all related content are provided for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Nothing presented should be interpreted as a recommendation to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare provider. You should always consult with a licensed physician or other qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health, including starting, stopping, or modifying any treatment, supplement, diet, or exercise program. The information shared reflects the views and opinions of the host and guests and is based on the scientific literature, their experience and expertise, and general wellness principles. Listening to or engaging with Lifespan content does not establish a doctor–patient or clinical relationship. Health and longevity outcomes can vary significantly between individuals. Any references to studies, interventions, products, or protocols are not guarantees of specific results, and individual responses may differ. From time to time, Lifespan may discuss or partner with third-party products or services. These references are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical recommendations or endorsements of efficacy for any individual. Lifespan Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to support medical research. The views expressed by Dr. David Sinclair, A.O., Ph.D., are his own and do not represent those of Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, or any affiliated institutions.

This week's Dollar Bin Discoveries get Ooey Gooey with two very different kinds of comic-book sludge. Jessika dove into Warriors of Plasm #1 for a heap of malleable alien weirdness, while Mike checked out Captain America #395 (featuring the unforgettable “The House That Dripped Dough!”) Sometimes the goo is cosmic. Sometimes it's pastry-related.

This compilation explores the James Webb Space Telescope's latest breakthroughs and most spectacular imagery. From breathtaking views of our solar system's planets, violent comet outbursts, and mind-bending discoveries at the edge of the universe, join us to see how the JWST is unveiling the deep secrets of our cosmos.▀▀▀▀▀▀Astrum's newsletter has launched! Want to know what's happening in space? Sign up here: ⁠https://astrumspace.kit.com⁠A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Get to know the Gilt Darter complex! Katrina and Guy are joined by two guests from Yale University's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology: Tom Near and Julia Wood. They imagine sitting down with the five species (Gilt, Masquerade, Brassy, Western Gilt, and Russet Darters) over dinner to understand the identity of each fish and how they're doing, dig into what makes a species a species, the definition of a species complex, and how the advancement of biodiversity discovery is important to conservation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEsLOAJWEo8 Hosted by Tony Darnell. From  May 30, 2025. Join this channel to get access to special content including livestreams! The James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled candidates for the very first stars to shine in the universe. Here is what it found.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Voice to text, visualising CSVs in the terminal, managing software from releases on GitHub, a mini Android tablet for your wall, and Amiga music on Linux in Discoveries. Plus Ubuntu embracing AI makes us wonder if we should just stop having the same old arguments. Discoveries VoxType Tennis tooler SONOFF NSPanel Pro Gen2 Unix Amiga Delitracker Emulator News/discussion The future of AI in Ubuntu I wanted to reply with some clarifications The Pulse: token spend breaks budgets – what next? Anthropic joins the Blender Development Fund as Corporate Patron Upcoming Blender Development Fund and AI Policies See our contact page for ways to get in touch. RSS: Subscribe to the RSS feeds here