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[Featuring Glowl] Pokémon TCG Pocket gets more Alola cards being added including Ultra Beasts coming to the game. Pokémon GO gets new costume Pokémon for GO Fest and a truck that will drive to several cities in Europe this summer. The Pokémon Fossil Museum is leaving Japan for the first time and coming to Chicago, IL in May of 2026. TIMESTAMPS00:00:00-Introduction00:02:15-Extradimensional Crisis00:22:20-Pokémon GO Truck00:45:10-Pokémon Fossil Museum01:10:00-CreditsADSAd this episode brought to you by Pretty Litter! Check out prettylitter.com/pkmncast to save 20% off your first order and get a free cat toy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fossil fuel pollution is accelerating glacier melt, contributing to rising sea levels worldwide. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

Welcome to Spitting Nonsense—where two self-proclaimed amateurs, Jasmine and Zach, chat about all things nerdy (and plenty that's not). None of this is fact, but it's definitely our brand of nonsense! We're still recording regularly—no promises on hitting exact days anymore—but you can always count on us for plenty of off-the-wall commentary. And now, you can leave comments on Spotify! Tell us what's on your mind; we see every comment and might even respond on the show. Thanks for listening, and enjoy the nonsense!

Have frogs changed very much since the days of the dinos?

In the #MikeJonesMinuteCon today, we're talking about the horror movie from a dog's perspective and the Pokémon Fossil Museum! 

This is the space where we  talk about all things vintage, secondhand a0nd pre-loved across the fashion space! And for new listeners, or longtime pals, to follow along with all things thrift, vintage, rad, retro, and sustainable, you can find me Emily Stochl, across the internet as @emilymstochl. Come hang out I'd love to chat with you!  On today's show, we're chatting with Meg Barnes, the founder of Eclectic Inventory. Meg is a New York-based interior designer turned vintage dealer, who started an Etsy shop in 2012. Her side-hustle has grown and evolved – Eclectic Inventory has just opened a new studio space in Williamsburg!  On this episode we talk about how Meg's interior design background shaped her expert eye for quality and character in everything from vintage Coach bags to rare timepieces. You'll hear about her fascinating entry into the watch world (including the story behind that vintage watch choker I'm often wearing!), her experience shopping at Betsey Johnson's actual yard sale, and how she transformed her side hustle into a thriving vintage business. Meg offers thoughtful insights on vintage market trends, reveals which designer bags are currently surging in popularity, and shares her philosophy on creating beautiful moments in everyday life through special household objects.  Whether you're a seasoned collector or casual thrifter, you'll be inspired by Meg's passion for giving timeless pieces new life. It's a really fun one and I think you're gonna love it – let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [1:46] How Betsey Johnson's whimsical, feminine designs shaped Meg's fashion sensibilities and continue to inspire her today. [3:16] Growing up treasure hunting at garage sales with her mom and making her first Etsy sale with a thrifted cat pillow. [6:21] “Thanks, It's Thrifted!” Meg's $10 thrifted Versace pants. [8:05] Why Meg chose interior design as her career path and how it taught her to create curated environments and experiences. [12:59] Building Eclectic Inventory as an Etsy shop, while balancing full-time work. [17:23] How vintage Coach bags became Meg's specialty, which eventually evolved into other designer vintage purses [21:43] The Chloe Paddington bag craze and Meg's thoughts on why certain designer bags are having a moment [25:05] How a mall job at Fossil led to her vintage watch expertise. [33:56] Opening Eclectic Inventory's physical space in Williamsburg and creating a hub for collaboration. [39:42] Stumbling upon Betsey Johnson's personal yard sale in the Hamptons and scoring archival runway pieces. EPISODE MENTIONS:  @eclecticinventory Eclectic Inventory Regeneration  Marine Serre watch dress Betsey Johnson's yard sale Search Party Vintage The Brooklyn Vintage Club Julie of Brklyn Bish on Pre-Loved Podcast LET'S CONNECT: 

A group of amateur fossil hunters in Victoria has uncovered fossilised tracks left in a slab of mud, which have been dated as 35-40 million years older than the previously oldest known evidence of an early reptile.

An ancient creature that once lived with dinosaurs helps keep NASA's Kennedy Space Center in balance.

How does something go from being a dead thing on the ground to a fossil in the ground? Let's find out through the secret magic of taphonomy!Fia just published a new paper! Check it out here: https://peerj.com/articles/19346/Administration Science News 1: https://eos.org/research-and-developments/trump-blocks-funding-for-epa-science-divisionAdministration Science News 2: https://insideclimatenews.org/news/07052025/trump-administration-cuts-sea-ice-data-center/Donate to Archive.org if you can: https://archive.org/donatePalaeocast Gaming Network video Gavin made about the new some paleontology D&D stuff: https://youtu.be/0n7FfTmcaRU?si=CqeuBjO5x1ElXIXJ⁠Topic form⁠: https://forms.gle/cpu8ETF4P6ABZADe7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Form⁠: https://forms.gle/YjuoGC8yUuAnfGNx9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave us an audio message⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://anchor.fm/dead-podcast/message⁠YouTube Channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKAuMrj_7PUI0GqU9QQnhg

Hirayami ist so etwas wie ein analoges Fossil in einer digitalisierten Welt. Jeden Morgen noch vor Sonnenaufgang fährt er mit seinem Bully los, um die schicken öffentlichen Klos des Tokio Toilet Projects zu reinigen. Er hört klassische Rock & Roll Musik auf seinem Kassettenplayer, knipst Fotos von Bäumen mit einer einfachen Analogkamera und liest Patricia Highsmith und Aya Kōda. Er ist bei seiner Arbeit pflichtbewusst, meistens schweigsam und verkehrt immer in den gleichen Restaurants und Bars. Aufgebrochen wird sein routinierter Alltag von verschiedenen Begegnungen: Da ist zum Beispiel die Hostesse Aya, die Hirayamis lauten Kollegen Takashi datet und bei einer Fahrt mit seinem Bully in die Musik von Patti Smith verliebt. Da ist ein anonymer Toilettenbenutzer, mit dem Hirayami Fern-Tic-Tac-Toe spielt. Da ist der Obdachlose, der gerne Bäume in Park umarmt. Da ist die Bar-Besitzerin, die auf wundervolle Weise “The House of the Rising Sun” in einer japanischen Variante singt. Und da ist Niko, Hirayamis junge - lange nicht gesehene - Nichte, die plötzlich unerwartet vor seiner Tür steht. Hirayamis Alltag ist einfach, ohne große Dramen, ohne große Abwechslung. Und doch erlebt er in den Wochen, von denen Wim Wenders' Film aus dem Jahr 2023 erzählt, die titelgebenden Perfect Days. Johannes, als ausgesprochener Fan von Heldengeschichten, Konflikten und Charakterentwicklungen… war dir das zu wenig?

HR is at a tipping point: lead with data or risk being led by others. As organisations face growing complexity - from AI disruption to shifting stakeholder expectations - the role of HR is changing fast. Today's Chief People Officers are expected to do more than care for culture - they're expected to influence strategy, shape business outcomes, and back it all up with data. In this episode of the Digital HR Leaders podcast, host David Green is joined by Dean Carter, former Chief People Officer at Patagonia, Sears, Fossil, and Guild, and now Founder and Chief Experience Officer at Modern Executive Solutions. Dean has spent his career pushing HR beyond tradition, embedding people analytics at the core of strategy and helping organisations hire the next generation of transformative HR leaders. Tune in, as they explore: The story behind Dean's analytics awakening, and how it reshaped his approach to HR Why so many HR teams get stuck in “dashboard delivery”, and how to move toward insight and impact How renaming his team to “Insights and Outcomes” changed executive expectations The measurable business and human value of Patagonia's four-day workweek Why HR must reclaim workforce planning, and treat it as a strategic lever, not a finance function Today's Heads of People Analytics skillsets need to step into CPO roles What separates data-driven HR teams that lead from those that react This episode, sponsored by Worklytics, brings clarity and urgency to a conversation every people leader needs to hear. It is more than a call for better reporting - it's a roadmap for turning HR into a strategic powerhouse. Worklytics helps leaders understand how work actually happens with data-driven insights into collaboration, productivity and AI adoption. By analysing real work patterns - from meetings to tool usage - they empower teams to work smarter, not harder. And here's something special: Worklytics is offering Digital HR Leaders listeners a complimentary AI adoption assessment to understand how your teams are really using AI - and where untapped potential lies. But don't wait - spots are limited. Learn more at worklytics.co/ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

มาร่วมขุดค้นอดีต ย้อนเวลาหาสัตว์โลกล้านปี ในพอดแคสต์ Fossil Clubในตอนที่ 1 เราจะเริ่มต้นที่หัวข้อเบื้องต้นด้วยนิยามที่ถูกต้องของไดโนเสาร์ แยกพวกมันจากสัตว์ดึกดำบรรพ์ชนิดอื่น และมีสัตว์โลกล้านปีประเภทใดบ้าง ที่มักถูกเข้าใจผิดและไม่นับว่าเป็นไดโนเสาร์ขอบคุณแขกรับเชิญจากช่อง Mr.Dino Digger, เพจ ไดโนเสาร์เล่าแบบไทยๆ และเพจ Prehistoric Media

หมาป่า Dire Wolf และการคืนชีพสัตว์สูญพันธุ์ สามารถทำได้จริงอย่างที่นักวิทยาศาสตร์อ้างหรือ? เป้าหมายในการสร้างสัตว์ที่สูญพันธุ์กลับมายังโลกยุคปัจจุบันคืออะไร? มาร่วมหาคำตอบ พร้อมขุดคุ้ยเรื่องราวในอดีตไปพร้อมกันใน Fossil Club Podcast ตอนที่ 2รายงานเปเปอร์นะครับ https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2025.04.09.647074v1

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Millions of years ago, iguanas somehow got from North America to Fiji. Scientists think they made the trip on a raft of fallen vegetation. Also, the marine reptile's fossilized fetus is cluing paleontologists into the lives of ancient sea creatures.Ancient Iguanas Floated 5,000 Miles Across The PacificIf you picture iguanas, you might imagine them sunbathing on hot sand in the Caribbean or skittering around the Mojave Desert. But far, far away from where these iguanas are found is another group of iguanas living on the islands of Fiji and Tonga in the South Pacific—closer to New Zealand than the Americas. And it raises the question: How in the world did these iguanas end up all alone, on the other side of the ocean? In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in March, scientists suggest that millions of years ago, iguanas hitched a ride on a raft and accidentally sailed all the way across the ocean before washing ashore and starting a new life. Host Flora Lichtman discusses the iguanas' intrepid adventure with lead author Dr. Simon Scarpetta, evolutionary biologist and assistant professor at the University of San Francisco in California.Meet Fiona, The Pregnant Icthyosaur FossilIn the Patagonia region of Chile, Torres del Paine National Park is a graveyard of ichthyosaurs—ancient, dolphin-like reptiles that roamed the oceans when dinosaurs dominated the land. Nearly 90 of these giant reptiles' fossils have been found amongst the glaciers. But the standout in the bone heap is Fiona, an ichthyosaur that lived 131 million years ago. She's in pristine condition, the only fully preserved ichthyosaur in Chile. And, she died pregnant. She's teaching paleontologists about the evolution of her species. And some of those findings were recently published in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology. Host Flora Lichtman talks with lead author Dr. Judith Pardo-Pérez, paleontologist at the University of Magallanes in Chile.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Sign up for Nature's newsletter: https://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/newsletter/ Ella Al-Shamahi grew up a creationist, but her perspective shifted when she studied evolution at university. Today, she's a paleoanthropologist who hunts fossils in unstable territories to uncover the overlooked stories of human evolution. Ella is a fierce advocate for conducting research in places where people don't usually do science, and she believes these under-researched places are the frontier of scientific discovery.  Through her archeological pursuits, Ella is not only working to eliminate the blind spot of Western science, but she's also shedding light on the least understood people and places on Earth. She envisions a world where “conflict zones” aren't just seen as war-torn landscapes, but as places where life continues and discoveries are possible.  Thanks for listening to Going Wild. You can learn more about season four HERE and catch up on seasons one through three HERE.  If you want to support us, you can follow Going Wild on your favorite podcast-listening app. And while you're there, please leave us a review. It really helps. Follow PBS Nature and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant on Instagram, TikTok, X, and Facebook. You can find more information on all of our guests this season in each episode's show notes. And you can catch new episodes of Nature, Wednesdays at 8/7 Central on PBS, pbs.org/nature, and the PBS app. Going Wild is a podcast by PBS Nature. NATURE is an award-winning series created by The WNET Group and made possible by all of you. Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of THIRTEEN Productions LLC/The WNET Group.

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Researchers find a 113-year-old ant fossil, the oldest ever found and the caterpillar that wears the remains of its prey. On This Day in History, the first rubber patent is issued, so we look at the history of rubber. Researchers find oldest ant known to science—113-million-year-old ‘hell ant' with scythe jaws | National Geographic The new ‘Bone Collector' caterpillar wears the remains of its prey – and we have the footage to prove it | BBC Science Focus Magazine The Wonder of Rubber and the Why of History - Columbus Classical Academy | K-12 Classical Education Industries - Business History of Industries - Business History Books HISTORY OF RUBBER | Facts and Details A Brief History of Rubber Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we'll talk about the recent discovery in Fujian, China of the oldest confirmed Jurassic bird fossil that pushes the timeline of avian evolution further back by 20 million years, providing new insights into the transition from dinosaurs to birds.

Fossil fuels kill about 8 million people every single year, which is more than the populations of Aotearoa and most of the remaining Pacific Islands put together.Nuclear power, though - it's the one that evokes all of that terror and fear, and, well, fair enough because radiation sickness is terrifying. But I am fascinated by nuclear energy ever since I found out that Chernobyl happened on my birthday, albeit the year before I was born, but still - fascinating.The big fact is that nuclear is a far safer way to create energy than fossil fuels.So it begs the question: if nuclear energy's fatality rate is orders of magnitude lower than coal's, why are we still burning coal like it's 1890?To get into this, I'm doing a 4-part series on nuclear power, and to start with, I'll be discussing what it actually is.In this episode I share:What is an atom, what's it made of and how can they be changedHow atoms can become reactiveWhat nuclear reactions are and the creation of isotopesThe two types of radiationWhat the 4 main types of ionising radiation areNeutrons and their role in radiation and nuclear reactorsThe fear and danger that comes with radiationKey Quotes“Ionising radiation can knock electrons out of DNA molecules and that is what ultimately can lead to cancer.”“Ultimately radiation is if the neutron to proton ratio in an atom isn't balanced, it calms itself by emitting energy.”Find our full podcast via the website here:https://www.nowthatswhaticall.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatswhaticallgreen/You can follow me on socials on the below accounts.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannemwest/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@briannemwestLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briannemwest/For our latest big project, find out more about Incrediballs here: https://incrediballs.com/

The pygmy shrew is Ireland's smallest mammal and, up until 2007, was the only shrew species found on the island. Fossil and molecular evidence suggest that the pygmy shrew likely arrived in Ireland from Britain, accidentally introduced by early human settlers.

In today's episode on 25th April 2025, we talk about how dinosaur fossils have become luxury collectibles and why that's a big problem for science. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://ditto.sh/9zoz41 

The coelacanth, once thought extinct and used as evolutionary evidence, was rediscovered alive and well, displaying traits that contradict its supposed primitiveness. Its advanced reproductive system and sensing abilities highlight its sophisticated design. Far from supporting evolution, the coelacanth affirms the idea of a purposeful Creator. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29

In this episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Craig, Ben and Derek are joined by Carlos Ramirez, founder of MEC Watches, for a deep dive into his collecting journey, design philosophy, and the launch of his in-house jump hour masterpiece, the MEC 1. Carlos shares how his love for watches evolved from Fossil and Panerai to F.P. Journe, eventually inspiring him to create his own brand from scratch. From the architectural influence behind MEC's unique aesthetic to the challenge of hand-delivering the first 50 timepieces, this episode is packed with insights on independent watchmaking and passion-driven entrepreneurship.   We also talk straps, quick-release buckles, the value of high-contrast dials, and standout pieces from Omega and Ulysse Nardin to Tudor and Norqain. Along the way, the conversation flows into American watchmaking heritage, the ambition to build a US-based movement manufacturing facility, and even Carlos's new biodynamic wine project. Whether you're a seasoned collector, an indie watch lover, or just fascinated by the craft of horology, this one's not to be missed.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/02HWXrkOUBo   For Watch News, Reviews and Buying guides: https://www.wristenthusiast.com/   Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiastradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast   Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger/ Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches/ Follow Derek: https://www.instagram.com/theminutemon/

On this West Virginia Morning, a new book examines the Kingston Fossil Plant Spill, coal - fired power plants are granted regulatory exemptions and our Song of the Week. The post Author Examines The Kingston Fossil Plant Spill And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Make no bones about it – fossils are super cool! But what do you do if you find a fossil? We asked Jingmai O'Connor, the Associate Curator of Fossil Reptiles at the Field Museum in Chicago, to help us find  the answer.Got a question that's buried in your brain? Send it to us at BrainsOn.org/contact, and we'll help dig up the answer!

They say the wind is driving the whales crazy. BONUS EPISODES available on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/deniersplaybook) SOCIALS & MORE (https://linktr.ee/deniersplaybook) WANT TO ADVERTISE WITH US? Please contact climatetownsponsorships@gmail.comDISCLAIMER: Some media clips have been edited for length and clarity. CREDITS Created by: Rollie Williams, Nicole Conlan & Ben BoultHosts: Rollie Williams & Nicole ConlanExecutive Producer: Ben Boult Editors: Ben Boult & Laura ConteProducers: Irene Plagianos, Daniella PhilipsonAssociate Producer: Miranda Manganaro Archival Producer: Margaux SaxAdditional Research and Fact Checking: Carly Rizzuto & Canute HaroldsonMusic: Tony Domenick Art: Jordan Doll Special Thanks: The Civil Liberties Defense CenterSOURCESAnderson, D. (2023, October 23). Fossil fuel money lurks behind anti-offshore wind power political ads in New Jersey. Energy and Policy Institute. Anderson, D. (2024). Fueling the Opposition. Energy and Policy Institute. Axelrod, J. (2024, June 26). Whales Are Dying but Not from Offshore Wind. Scientific American.BGNews. (2023, May 3). JFarage: The Trump Interview | Wednesday 3rd May. YouTube. Berger, I. (2025, February 4). Years of falsehoods from Fox News helped solidify offshore wind as a prime target for Trump. Media Matters for America. Berke, B. (2025, January 22). Prysmian abandons plans for offshore wind cable factory in Somerset. The Public's Radio; Rhode Island PBS. Chapman, M. (2025, January 8). Are Offshore Wind Farms Actually Harming Whales? IFLScience. Choma, R. (2020, August 4). The biggest Trump financial mystery? Where he came up with the cash for his Scottish resorts. Mother Jones. Daly, M. (2018, November 30). Trump admin approves seismic surveys for Atlantic drilling. AP News. Farrell, R. (2024, December 11). Too hot for humpbacks: The race to protect Pacific whales. BBC. Fox News. (2023, February 1). Tucker examines what's behind the deaths of humpback whales. YouTube. Fox Business. (2023, February 23). Are wind turbines killing whales? YouTubeFrequent Questions—Offshore Wind and Whales. (2024, March 14). NOAA Fisheries. Griffiths, B. (2016, November 22). Trump tweeted about Scottish wind farm 60 times. POLITICO. Hardach, S. (2025, January 30). Which is worse for wildlife, wind farms or oil drilling? BBC. Lewis, A. S. (2023, March 8). The East Coast Whale Die-Offs: Unraveling the Causes. Yale E360; Yale School of the Environment. Lutz, M., & Rowland-Shea, J. (2023, December 11). The Oil and Gas Industry Is Behind Offshore Wind Misinformation. Center for American Progress. Machette, T. L., & Lemonick, M. D. (2020, October 4). When Whales Stop Calling. Scientific American. Mathis, W., & Ferman, M. (2025, January 30). Shell Takes $1 Billion Hit on Wind Farm Trump Wants ‘Dead.' Bloomberg. PowerfulJRE. (2024, October 25). Joe Rogan Experience #2219 - Donald Trump. YouTube. Roadmap and Implementation. (2017). Ocean Noise Strategy; NOAA. Seismic Airgun Blasting in the Atlantic Ocean. (2021, May 21). Earthjustice. Slevin, I., Kattrup, W., & Roberts, T. (2023). Against the Wind: A Map of the Anti-Offshore Wind Network in the Eastern United States. Brown University Climate and Development Lab. Silva, M., & Horton, J. (2023, September 26). Fact-checking Donald Trump's claim that wind turbines kill whales. BBC. Spring, J. (2025, February 16). Trump's war on wind seems to be winning, experts say. The Washington Post. Stevens, A. P. (2024, May 9). Are offshore wind farms harming right whales? Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. The White House. (2025, January 2). Temporary Withdrawal of All Areas on the Outer Continental Shelf from Offshore Wind Leasing and Review of the Federal Government's Leasing and Permitting Practices for Wind Projects. Understanding Sound in the Ocean | NOAA Fisheries. (n.d.). NOAA Fisheries. White, S. (2024, March 1). Fossil Fuel Interests and Dark Money Donors Are Behind Opposition to Offshore Wind. Conservation Law Foundation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summary: In this conversation, Michael Easley and Dr. Calvin Beisner discuss the intersection of faith, environmental stewardship, and poverty. They explore Beisner's journey into stewardship, the founding of the Cornwall Alliance, and the importance of prioritizing human needs in environmental discussions. They also touch on the recent publication of Megan Basham's book, 'Shepherds for Sale,' which critiques the evangelical environmental movement and the influence of money in faith-based organizations. The dialogue emphasizes the need for accountability and critical engagement within the Christian community.  Dr. Beisner and Dr. Easley discuss the importance of critical thinking and reading in developing a Christian worldview. They emphasize the need for Christians to engage deeply with scripture and literature to sharpen their minds. The discussion also delves into the green agenda, exploring the implications of environmentalism from a biblical perspective, including the trade-offs involved in energy production and the impact on the poor. Takeaways: Human beings should be the top priority of all life. Poverty is a tragic reality that many have never seen. The principles of the Cornwall Declaration remain applicable today. Public figures should be held accountable for their statements. Critique should be expected in public discourse. Discipline in thought is essential for Christians. Logic is a vital tool in understanding faith. We need to pay attention to sharpening our thinking. Critical thinking skills are lost in most education. Social media contributes to a decline in reading. Reading a real Bible is essential for understanding scripture. Engaging with literature enhances critical thinking. The green agenda often overlooks human welfare. Trade-offs exist in environmental policies. Fossil fuels are crucial for modern life. Rising energy costs disproportionately affect the poor. LINKS MENTIONED: Shepherd's For Sale by Megan Basham  Climate and Energy: The Case For Realism by Cal Beisner and David Legates The Cornwall Alliance  Watch the highlights and full version of this interview on our Youtube channel. For more inContext interviews, click here.

Call it the holy grail: producing steel without emitting greenhouse gases. In Sweden, three companies – SSAB, LKAB and Vattenfall – have been working on it for years under the name HYBRITE. With a pilot plant in operation, the proof of concept has been delivered. Is the production of so-called ‘green steel' ready for scale-up? And if not, what challenges remain? To answer these questions, I'm joined by Mikael Nordlander, Director of Partnerships at Vattenfall and one of the brains behind HYBRITE.

John Maytham is joined by Professor Bruce Rubidge, Director of the Bernard Price Institute for Palaeontological Research at the University of the Witwatersrand and former head of the Evolutionary Studies Institute – to talk about the Fossil Museum in Graaf Reinet, which houses the worlds most unique species.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cretaceous Capilano Fossil Field Trip — From downtown Vancouver, drive north through Stanley Park and over the Lion's Gate Bridge. Take the North Vancouver exit toward the ferries. Turn right onto Taylor Way and then right again at Clyde Avenue. Look for the Park Royal Hotel. Park anywhere along Clyde Avenue.From Clyde Avenue walk down the path to your left towards the Capilano River. Watch the water level and tread cautiously as it can be slippery if there has been any recent rain. Look for beds of sandstone about 200 meters north of the private bridge and just south of the Highway bridge. The fossil beds are just below the Whytecliff Apartment high rises. Be mindful of high water and slippery rocks.For more geeky goodness visit Fossil Huntress HQ at www.fossilhuntress.com

What if carbon isn't the villain—but the key to saving the world? In this mind-expanding conversation, Darin sits down with renowned environmentalist and visionary Paul Hawken to uncover the misunderstood story of carbon, the intelligence of nature, and how we've systematically disconnected from the wisdom that sustains life. This episode dives deep into climate, ancient knowledge, modern science, and what it means to truly regenerate the Earth—and ourselves.     What You'll Learn in This Episode: 00:00 – Why this conversation about carbon is different 04:40 – The real reason carbon got villainized—and why it's wrong 08:25 – Why we must "re-carbonize" the Earth, not decarbonize it 11:00 – The incredible intelligence of carbon and why it is life 13:40 – Indigenous wisdom and Western science—why we need both 17:30 – Why naming and separating things leads us away from truth 20:05 – Climate isn't a crisis—it's a mirror of the biosphere 23:00 – The human disconnection that's destroying the planet 26:00 – We are the only species deregulating the climate 29:00 – Turning nature into an "asset class": the new danger 31:00 – Google, Meta, and the new extractive industry 33:30 – How our data addiction is connected to climate destruction 35:00 – The fungal internet: mycelia, intelligence, and nutrient trade 38:40 – How 14 million roots on a single rye plant feed the Earth 42:00 – Sound of soil: how healthy ecosystems literally speak 45:00 – Dead soil and the silence that follows chemical farming 47:00 – Fire as a regenerative force—not a destroyer 50:10 – Wildflowers, seed banks, and the secrets beneath the ash 53:10 – Purpose and meaning: the missing nutrients in modern life 56:00 – Awe, intelligence, and what soil can teach us about healing 59:10 – Why we're not just disconnected—we're spiritually lost 1:02:00 – Fossil fuels, energy addiction, and burning life 1:04:40 – How less can actually give us more 1:06:00 – Why the healthcare system is a symptom of sick soil 1:08:00 – From crisis to community: choosing regeneration 1:10:10 – Why abundance comes from creating life 1:13:00 – Fire ecology and Indigenous land management wisdom 1:16:00 – Final thoughts: we're not screwed—we're screwing ourselves   Don't Forget... I just launched my brand new program Superlife Supermind. Visit my website https://superlife.com/ to learn more about how you can get rid of stress, improve sleep and overall health today.   Thank You to Our Sponsors: Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout.     Find More From Paul Hawken: Website: paulhawken.com Instagram: @paul.hawken Book: Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation Organization: regeneration.org     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway: "We don't need to decarbonize the world—we need to re-carbonize the Earth through life." – Paul Hawken

A tree has evolved to attract lightning strikes — to eliminate the competitionScientists working in Panama noticed that a particular tropical tree species was frequently struck by lightning, but was infrequently killed by the strikes. Forest ecologist Evan Gora found that Dipteryx oleifera trees were often the last ones standing after a lightning strike, which can kill over 100 trees with a single bolt. His team discovered the giant trees were more electrically conductive than other species, which allows them to not only survive strikes, but also channel lightning into parasitic vines and competing trees around them. The research was published in the journal New Phytologist.Anti-anxiety drugs we pee out could be affecting wild salmonOur bodies only process some of the pharmaceuticals we take, which means when we pee, we're releasing traces of drugs into the ecosystem. A study of the impact of trace amounts of anti-anxiety drugs on juvenile salmon suggests they might become too brave for their own survival.  Jack Brand is a researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and led the research published in the journal Science.Fossil discovery gives new insight into the mysterious DenisovansA jawbone pulled up by fishers off the coast of Taiwan in 2008 has proven to be a unique discovery. Analysis of preserved protein in the fossil has proved it is from a male Denisovan — a mysterious species of ancient human known from only fragmentary bones and ancient DNA. This gives new insight into how widespread this mysterious branch of humanity was. The research was led by a team including Takumi Tsutaya and Enrico Cappellini at the University of Copenhagen, and published in the journal Science.Earth's inner core is a lot more dynamic and smushy than we previously thoughtScientists used to think the inner core of our planet was a solid sphere of metal, but a new study in Nature Geoscience suggests its softer outer layers shift and deform over time. The researchers used pairs of earthquakes from the same location as X-rays to peer inside Earth to gauge what the inner core is doing; much like a stop-motion film. John Vidale, from the University of Southern California, said this insight can shed light on how a planet like ours evolves. Human noise has an impact on wildlife — here are two unique examplesTraffic, aircraft, industry, construction. Our world is saturated with artificial noise. We know noise impacts us and other animals, but new research is shedding light on how past experiences factor into the ways wildlife adapt to our noise pollution. Researchers in one study in Animal Behaviour found that yellow warblers in the Galapagos Islands that live closer to traffic become aggressive when defending their territory in noisy conditions compared to birds in quieter areas. Çağlar Akçay, from Anglia Ruskin University, said the birds exposed to more traffic have learned their warning calls aren't as effective when things get too noisy; and they resort to physical violence. Another study in Current Biology shows how spiders that are exposed to loud noises construct their webs differently in ways that could affect their ability to sense vibrations from prey or a potential mate. Brandi Pessman, from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, found that spiders tune their webs in noisy environments like a volume dial: city spiders turn their web volume down whereas country spiders turn it up.

Fluent Fiction - Italian: The Great Fossil Heist: An Easter Mystery Unfolds in Milano Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-04-05-22-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Nel cuore di Milano, il Museo di Storia Naturale risplende di una luce speciale.En: In the heart of Milano, the Natural History Museum shines with a special light.It: Le vetrate colorate riflettono un gioco di colori sulle pareti del museo, e un leggero profumo di fiori primaverili riempie l'aria.En: The stained glass windows cast a colorful play of light on the museum walls, and a light fragrance of spring flowers fills the air.It: Gli scheletri di dinosauri si ergono maestosi nei grandi saloni, creando ombre misteriose che stimolano l'immaginazione dei visitatori.En: The dinosaur skeletons stand majestically in the large halls, creating mysterious shadows that stimulate the visitors' imagination.It: Quella notte di primavera, un evento speciale si svolge al museo.En: That spring night, a special event is held at the museum.It: È l'opportunità di osservare un famoso fossile, appena arrivato per l'esposizione pasquale.En: It is the opportunity to observe a famous fossil, just arrived for the Easter exhibition.It: Isabella, la curatrice del museo, ha organizzato tutto con passione.En: Isabella, the museum curator, has organized everything with passion.It: Ma poco dopo l'apertura dell'evento, il fossile scompare.En: But shortly after the event opens, the fossil disappears.It: Luca, un giovane studente di paleontologia, è entusiasta di lavorare al museo come tirocinante.En: Luca, a young paleontology student, is enthusiastic about working at the museum as an intern.It: Sogna di impressionare Isabella e ottenere un posto fisso.En: He dreams of impressing Isabella and securing a permanent position.It: La sua occasione arriva quando Isabella, agitata, annuncia la sparizione.En: His opportunity arrives when Isabella, agitated, announces the disappearance.It: "Trovare il fossile è fondamentale per l'esposizione di Pasqua!"En: "Finding the fossil is essential for the Easter exhibition!"It: esclama.En: she exclaims.It: Nel frattempo, il detective Giovanni, è incaricato di risolvere il mistero.En: Meanwhile, Detective Giovanni is tasked with solving the mystery.It: È esperto, ma scettico su Luca.En: He is experienced but skeptical about Luca.It: "Questo è lavoro per professionisti", dice al giovane, con cui deve collaborare.En: "This is work for professionals," he tells the young man, with whom he has to collaborate.It: Nonostante ciò, Luca decide di indagare da solo.En: Despite this, Luca decides to investigate on his own.It: Si aggira silenziosamente tra i corridoi quasi deserti del museo, ascolta i suoni deboli e analizza ogni dettaglio.En: He quietly roams through the museum's nearly deserted corridors, listens to faint sounds, and analyzes every detail.It: Durante la sua esplorazione solitaria, nota qualcosa di strano: un piccolo passaggio nascosto dietro una grande statua.En: During his solitary exploration, he notices something strange: a small passage hidden behind a large statue.It: Luca si infila nel corridoio segreto.En: Luca slips into the secret corridor.It: Le luci sono fioche, il cuore batte forte nel petto.En: The lights are dim, his heart beats strongly in his chest.It: Alla fine, il corridoio porta a una stanza di deposito.En: Eventually, the corridor leads to a storage room.It: E lì, davanti a lui, c'è il fossile!En: And there, in front of him, is the fossil!It: Ma proprio in quel momento, sente un rumore alle spalle.En: But just at that moment, he hears a noise behind him.It: È Giovanni.En: It is Giovanni.It: Il detective lo osserva con sorpresa, ma anche con ammirazione.En: The detective watches him with surprise, but also with admiration.It: "I tuoi occhi attenti hanno trovato il tesoro", ammette Giovanni con una lieve nota di rispetto nella voce.En: "Your keen eyes have found the treasure," Giovanni admits with a slight note of respect in his voice.It: Lavorano insieme per riportare il fossile a Isabella, poco prima che la mostra riprenda.En: They work together to return the fossil to Isabella, just before the exhibition resumes.It: Quando entrano nella sala principale, Isabella solleva lo sguardo con incredulità e felicità.En: When they enter the main hall, Isabella looks up with incredulity and happiness.It: "Siete stati incredibili", dice, il suo sollievo evidente.En: "You have been incredible," she says, her relief evident.It: Grazie al coraggio di Luca e all'esperienza di Giovanni, l'esposizione procederà come previsto.En: Thanks to Luca's courage and Giovanni's experience, the exhibition will proceed as planned.It: In quel momento, Luca sente che qualcosa è cambiato.En: At that moment, Luca feels that something has changed.It: Si è dimostrato capace e ha guadagnato la stima di Giovanni, e persino un apprezzamento speciale da Isabella.En: He has proven himself capable and earned Giovanni's esteem, and even a special appreciation from Isabella.It: Con un sorriso fiducioso, si prepara a nuove avventure ed esperienze, sapendo di avere fatto la differenza.En: With a confident smile, he prepares for new adventures and experiences, knowing he has made a difference. Vocabulary Words:the heart: il cuorethe stained glass windows: le vetrate coloratethe fragrance: il profumothe skeletons: gli scheletrithe halls: i salonithe shadows: le ombrethe visitor: il visitatorethe curator: la curatricethe intern: il tirocinantethe position: il postothe detective: il detectivethe mystery: il misterothe corridor: il corridoiothe passage: il passaggiothe statue: la statuathe storage room: la stanza di depositothe chest: il pettothe note: la notathe admiration: l'ammirazionethe esteem: la stimathe relief: il sollievothe courage: il coraggiothe experience: l'esperienzathe opportunity: l'opportunitàthe exhibition: l'esposizionethe treasure: il tesorothe surprise: la sorpresathe adventure: l'avventurathe imagination: l'immaginazionethe appreciation: l'apprezzamento

In this episode, we speak with Lena Wennberg, Chief Sustainable Development Officer, and Therese Forsström, Head of Environmental Department at Swedavia, which owns and operates 10 airports across Sweden, connecting the country both internally and with the rest of the world.Wennberg and Forsström discuss:Swedavia's achievement of fossil-free operations in 2020 in their own airport operations, backed by committed leadership that views sustainability as a “license to operate.”Their ambitious goal to enable fossil-free domestic flights in Sweden by 2030, primarily through sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with plans to reach 10% SAF usage.Swedavia's incentive program that covers 50% of the premium cost for airlines refuelling with SAF, plus their procurement of SAF for their own business travel for the last nine years.The airport's preparations for future technologies, including charging infrastructure for electric aircraft at smaller airports and collaboration with Airbus on hydrogen infrastructure.The balancing of sustainability with operational needs in a country where air travel is essential due to the vast geography.As industry leaders working towards fossil-free aviation since long before it became mainstream, Swedavia offers a compelling example of how airports can transform environmental commitments into tangible action while maintaining operational excellence.If you LOVED this episode, you'll also love the conversation we had with Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport, who shares her ambitious vision for transforming the airport into a sustainable aviation hub. Check it out here. Learn more about the innovators who are navigating the industry's challenges to make sustainable aviation a reality, in our new book ‘Sustainability in the Air'. Click here to learn more.Feel free to reach out via email to podcast@simpliflying.com. For more content on sustainable aviation, visit our website green.simpliflying.com and join the movement. It's about time.Links & More:Strategy for sustainability - Swedavia Swedavia allocates SEK40m for SAF incentives - SAF Investor Swedavia raises SEK 2 billion through green bond issuance to support sustainable investments and operations - International Airport Review Airbus, SAS, Swedavia and Vattenfall pave the way for hydrogen aviation in Sweden and Norway - Airbus

Why doesn't the media name and shame the real villains of the climate change story? How can tobacco industry-like litigation impact fossil fuel companies? What are the obstacles of transitioning to a clean energy future? Zachary and Emma speak with journalist, author, and founder of the Heated Substack, Emily Atkin. They discuss the Trump administration's impact on worldwide climate policy and financing, the power of 24 American states participating in fossil fuel lawsuits and Paris Agreement goals, and how Germany walked back its renewable energy stance after Japan's Fukushima nuclear disaster. Emily also emphasizes the need for transparent journalism when covering climate issues. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Progress Network and The Podglomerate. For transcripts, to join the newsletter, and for more information, visit: theprogressnetwork.org Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theprogressnetwork And follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @progressntwrk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.theflyingfrisby.comWe have more stock tips for you today with multibag potential.But first, let's get political.Remember how the Conservative Party from David Cameron onwards effectively abandoned the right and became social democrats?Increased state spending everywhere, so that instead of shrinking the state they grew it, more taxes, higher taxes, more planning and regulation, more quangos and experts, ‘owning' the NHS, green subsidies, Net Zero, social liberalism, MPs who didn't represent the views of the membership, increased immigration, weaker policing, increased crime - and so on. Those were the days, eh?The Tories were so bereft of first principle, and so terrified of the left, particularly the left-wing media, that they pandered to it and eventually became it.I remember going on podcasts 18 months ago making the argument that Labour would do the same thing and lurch right. After an insert-disparaging-adjective-here first six months, which saw Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approval ratings drop below even those of Rishi Sunak, we are starting to see that happen.With the books not balancing, suddenly spending is being cut. Not by a lot, but it's happening. Starmer has axed NHS England, something the Tories would never have dared do, criticising “two layers of bureaucracy”. We have what the Independent calls “Austerity 2.0” with cuts to disability benefits and welfare spending. The foreign aid budget has been cut to spend more on defence. All of a sudden he is as champion of small businesses. Heck, he's even fixing the potholes. Meanwhile, he is boasting on X about “securing our borders” and “removing illegal immigrants at the highest rate in 8 years”.“If you don't have the right to be in this country, then you shouldn't be here. It's that simple,” he said yesterday. Does that sound like a Labour leader or Nigel Farage?When fantasy meets realityThe next right-wing shoe to drop is fossil fuels.Ed Miliband's fantasies of climate justice and clean energy are slowly being exposed. His green delusion is going to be abandoned. If an economy is to grow, then it must consume more energy, not less. Wind and solar power are too expensive and too unreliable, never mind the damage they do to the environment and the carbon footprint they leave. They are already pledging to paint offshore wind farms black because of all the birds they are killing. Finally, an admission of the wildlife these things destroy.Offshore wind is not going to replace oil and gas. Fossil fuels remain a better, cheaper, cleaner and more reliable source of energy. For an already heavily taxed country that is living well beyond its means, where growth is the only thing that can save it, with the added pressure of Trump tariffs soon coming, needlessly expensive energy is not possible.The Reform party is making the cost of Net Zero one of its main lines of attack. All Labour has to do is further abandon the left of its party, a process which is already half complete, just as the Tories abandoned the right, and let Miliband go, which is inevitable anyway, and the Reform weapon is blunted.All the above is preamble to my main argument today. North Sea oil and gas is going to stage a comeback. This is going to happen, as sure as eggs are eggs. Political and economic reality mean it is inevitable. Otherwise, the national finances, and with them the Labour Government, evaporate. Power is more important to politicians than adhering to any zealotry, green or otherwise.The ban on new North Sea oil and gas licenses will be lifted. The taxes on North Sea oil companies will be lowered to incentivise activity (it's effectively 78% at present. Are legislators demented?). And all those companies that saw their businesses and market caps decimated by this deluded religion are going to make a comeback. Some will multiply many times over. That's what I think is going to happen, anyway. This also means, for we observers on the foothills of inconsequence, the time is nigh to buy North Sea oil and gas companies. So what are these companies and how do we invest?

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on April 1st, 2025. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio Play. Presenter: Dave Russell

As the famous frog once said, it's not easy being green. And when it comes to decarbonising industry, indeed, reducing emissions of all sorts, the task is a complex one.Fossil fuels are used to manufacture some of mankind's most ubiquitous products, from plastics to cement to steel; and even in areas where we're trying to improve our footprint, there are repercussions. Mining lithium for electric car batteries isn't exactly without impact. Add to the mix stories of corporations prioritising profits, and governments focusing on short-term popular policies – and it would be easy to feel disheartened.Professor Anna Korre says her role is to be the champion of science in this debate: providing clear evidence to help reduce environmental impacts, while allowing vital production processes to continue.Anna is an environmental engineer at Imperial College London and Co-Director of the university's Energy Futures Lab. Her work has led to a risk model that's now used in mining operations around the world – and her current research into underground CO2 storage could hold the key to decarbonising British industry. But as she tells Jim Al-Khalili, social and family expectations when she was growing up in her native Greece meant her successful career in engineering very nearly didn't happen...

Fossilized termite nests identical to modern ones were found in dinosaur-era wood. This contradicts evolutionary claims of gradual development, supporting the biblical assertion that creatures reproduce after their kind. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29

Brewing a Greener FutureEver wonder where your used coffee grounds go after they've been completed? Probably not. But at South Dakota State University, researchers are turning them into something entirely unexpected: plastic. Not just any plastic, but a biodegradable alternative to oil and gas-based plastics that dominate the industry today. This innovative approach not only tackles the issueof food and other biomass waste but also addresses the plastic industry's reliance on fossil fuels and the rampant plastic pollution that harms both planetary and human health.The Pervasiveness of PlasticThe vast majority of plastics are currently made from natural gas and crude oil, types of fossil fuel. As of 2019, this production process was responsible for 3.4 percent of the world's total greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, humanity produces over 300 million tons of plastic each year, resulting in widespread plastic pollution with adverse effects on both the environment and human health. Despite masquerading as a solution to excessive plastic waste, traditional plastic recycling is often ineffective due to contamination and industry deception. Thus, most plastic waste is diverted to landfills. Fossil fuel-based plastics take hundreds to thousands of years to decompose, and when they finally do, they release microplastics into the environment, which can infiltrate human bodies. Recognizing the need for a solution to this plastic crisis, Dr. Srinivas Janaswamy, the lead researcher, initially experimented with making biodegradable packaging using various agricultural byproducts, such as avocado peels, corn, oats, and wheat stalks. His focus has since shifted to spent coffee grounds, which contain lignocellulosic fibers — natural plant polymers essential for creating biodegradable plastics. The process of transforming coffee grounds into biodegradable films is quite intensive and involves drying, bleaching, and extracting the plant fibers from the coffee grounds. The resulting clear solution is then dried to form a strong, plastic-like film that can be used as a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic packaging.A Second Life for Coffee GroundsOne of the significant advantages of this solution is its potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from fossil-fuel-based plastic production and minimize plastic pollution. But on top of that, it provides a sustainable method of reusing otherwise wasted coffee grounds. Every morning, millions of people worldwide begin their day with a cup of coffee, a ritual shared by over 60% of Americans. Widespread enthusiasm for this caffeinated beverage has propelled it to become the second most traded commodity globally by volume, just behind oil. As a result, coffee shops are ubiquitous, generating an enormous amount of spent coffee grounds — approximately 8 million tons annually, much of which ends up in landfills. When left to waste away in landfills, coffee grounds can release methane, a potent greenhouse gas that exacerbates climate change. Meanwhile, biodegradable films derived from coffee grounds can decompose in soil within just 45 days, a stark contrast to traditional plastics. Because of their rapid biodegradation and abundance, spent coffee grounds provide an attractive resource for bioplastic packaging innovation.Market Barriers in a Plastic-Dependent WorldDespite its promising potential, the coffee ground-based film still faces challenges. The film has immense tensile strength — meaning it can withstand a great deal of stress before fracturing — but is less flexible than traditional plastic, which may ultimately limit its applications. Additionally, the production costs currently exceed those of fossil fuel alternatives. Nonetheless, Janaswamy is optimistic about its market potential, remaining confident that costs will decrease as technology evolves.As consumers become increasingly aware of the detrimental environmental and human health impacts of traditional plastics, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives. Even if these biodegradable plastics do come at a higher price, consumers may be willing to pay extra for the sustainability benefits they offer. Therefore, coffee ground-based packaging film presents an environmentally conscious solution without compromising the desired convenience of plastic packaging.About Our GuestDr. Srinivas Janaswamy, an associate professor at South Dakota State University's Department of Dairy and Food Science, continues to lead research on developing sustainable, biodegradable packaging materials as alternatives to traditional plastics. His work embodies the shift towards a more sustainable future, one in which waste is transformed into valuable resources and where our daily habits — like brewing a cup of coffee — can contribute to a cleaner planet.ResourcesEnvironment Energy Leader: Brewing Sustainability: Turning Spent Coffee Grounds into Biodegradable PackagingAirX Carbon: The Perfect Blend: Bio-Based Plastic Made from Coffee GroundsPackaging World: Coffee Grounds Potentially the Next BioplasticWaste Management Review: Study trials coffee grounds as plastic packagingFurther ReadingSouth Dakota State University: Could spent coffee grounds provide an alternative to plastic packaging?PubMed Central: Potential Uses of Spent Coffee Grounds in the Food IndustryWorld Economic Forum: 5 innovative ways your coffee grounds can be recycledUnited Nations Environment Programme: Plastic PollutionCarbon Brief: Why a UN Plastics treaty matters for climate changeResearch Gate: (PDF) Revolutionizing packaging: Bioplastics for superior food and pharmaceutical solutionsFor a transcript, please visit: https://climatebreak.org/transforming-coffee-grounds-into-a-biodegradable-plastic-alternative-with-dr-srinivas-janaswamy/.

Is our universe inside a black hole? New evidence from JWST galaxy imagesNew images from the James Webb Space Telescope of distant galaxies could support a mind-bending idea: that our universe was born in a black hole. The images show more of these galaxies spin clockwise, than counterclockwise. Lior Shamir, a computational astrophysicist from Kansas State University, says that may mean our universe inherited the spin of the black hole we're currently living in, though he thinks its more likely that there's something wrong with how we're measuring objects in deep space. The study is published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. Modern-day Antarctic explorers go where no-one has gone beforeCBC Reporter Susan Ormiston spent a month on the Canadian Navy ship HMCS Margaret Brooke as it took a team of 15 scientists on a research trip to Antarctica. She brings us the story of Kevin Wilcox, a researcher using an uncrewed sonar vehicle to map the previously inaccessible near-shore waters of the icy continent.Finding out what juvenile sea turtles do during their ‘lost years'Once baby sea turtles swim away from their natal beaches, they enter what marine biologists call their “lost years,” a time of critical growth spent wandering the open sea. A new study is filling in the picture of what they do during this time. The research, led by marine ecologist Katrina Phillips, involved playing a game of oceanic hide and seek to find and track over 100 sea turtles as they moved through the ocean. The work was published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B.Concrete plans to transform cement production's CO2 waste into new building materialsCement production is responsible for five to eight per cent of global carbon dioxide emissions. A new study suggests that waste could be made into even more construction materials. Inspired by the way sea creatures build shells, Allesandro Rotto Loria — a civil and environmental engineer from Northwestern University — says they can use CO2 to boost the process to produce carbon-negative materials that could be used in materials like plaster, cement and as a replacement for sand in concrete. Their research is in the journal Advanced Sustainable Systems. A Dinosaur expert goes green — with a deep look at plant evolutionPaleontologist Riley Black has authored several books on dinosaurs. But she realized she had been neglecting the organisms that made dinosaurs – and all other animals – possible: plants. Her new book, When the Earth Was Green: Plants, Animals, and Evolution's Greatest Romance, looks at how plant fossils are telling the billion-years old tale of the evolution of complex life on Earth, from creating the oxygen that we breathe, to coaxing us out of the water and onto land, and even forming the forests that humans evolved in, which shaped our very anatomy from long arms and grippy toes.

The cheetah's specialized features, including its unique skeletal and muscular structure, allow it to be the fastest land animal. Fossil evidence shows cheetahs have always been the same, supporting creation over evolution. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29

Happy Harmony Week! On News Time today we have five epic stories including a rare fossil donated to a Queensland school, a shipwreck unearthed by a cyclone, and the secret to growing enormous pumpkins.Quiz Questions1.How many fossilised footprints were discovered in the one rock?2.Where is the Gove Peninsula?3.What is the name of the shipwreck thought to have been unearthed at Ballina?4.Which Victorian town is home of the Electric Light Theatre?5.How heavy was Mark's biggest pumpkin?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat colour do people wear during Harmony Week?Answers1.662.North-east Arnhem Land (in the Northern Territory, Australia)3.The Comet4.Mildura5.426 kilograms (as heavy as a grand piano)Bonus Tricky AnswerOrange

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Weekend winds toppled trucks and fueled wildfires, one of the worst of which is still burning north of Fredricksburg. We’ll get the latest on the Crabapple Fire, which has burned almost 10,000 acres.A hunters’s day out in West Texas leads to an unexpected archaeological trophy: the discovery of a mammoth tusk in a dry creek […] The post West Texas hunter stumbles upon rare mammoth tusk fossil appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Who's responsible for climate change? Fossil fuel companies would like us to believe it's all of us as individuals (after all, BP invented the idea of the personal carbon footprint). But many large corporations bear at least as much of the blame. And for a decade or so, there was a push for every company to disclose its own emissions — a kind of corporate carbon footprint — and “sustainability” became the word of the day. But corporate shareholders demand profits, and managers are held accountable if they don't deliver. Auden Schendler spent over 25 years running sustainability programs at Aspen One, the company that owns one of the highest-end resorts in the world. He argues that those pushing corporate sustainability programs are living a “big green lie.” Can capitalism be cleaned up from the inside? What should corporations and their sustainability managers do instead? Guests: Auden Schendler, Climate activist; Author, “Terrible Beauty: Reckoning with Climate Complicity and Rediscovering Our Soul”  Mindy Lubber, CEO, Ceres On March 24, Google's Chief Sustainability Officer Kate Brandt and Irina Raicu, Director of the Internet Ethics Program at the Markkula Center, will speak with Climate One about the development of sustainably powered artificial intelligence. Tickets are on sale through our website. And on April 22 and 24, Climate One will once again be hosting a series of SF Climate Week events at The Commonwealth Club! Join us for conversations with environmental luminaries such as Margaret Gordon, Jenny Odell, Project Drawdown, Grist, and Abby Reyes. Tickets are on sale now. Support Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on Patreon, you'll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners, and access to the Climate One Discord. Sign up today for just $5/month. For show notes and related links, visit our website. Ad sales by Multitude. Contact them for ad inquiries at multitude.productions/ads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How extreme heat can actually make you age faster and a fossil discovery is reshaping Australia's dinosaur hierarchy. Plus, on This Day in History, we look at the evolution of the fax machine. Ancient Australia Had a Dinosaur Predator Ecosystem Unlike Anything Else on Earth | ZME Science Evolutionary and paleobiogeographic implications of new carcharodontosaurian, megaraptorid, and unenlagiine theropod remains from the upper Lower Cretaceous of Victoria, southeast Australia Extreme Heat Can Accelerate Aging, New Research Finds : ScienceAlert Heatwaves could age humans faster: New study shows long-term health risks | Business Today/MSN Ambient outdoor heat and accelerated epigenetic aging among older adults in the US | Science Advances Alexander Bain and the First Fax | ThoughtCo Fax Machine: History of the Fax Machine Today in Engineering History: First Radio Fax Sent Across Continent - Electrical Engineering News and Products Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fossil fuel corporations' lawsuits against those who challenge their destruction take aim at our ability to speak out about anything.