Podcasts about Mars

On this week's episode: The Supreme Court does a good thing to keep us on our toes ... Obama outs the aliens in hopes they'll beam him up before it's too late ... And RFK Jr. is the relatable kind of guy you wanna sit down and have a milk with.To support our show on Patreon, go here:patreon.com/skepticratTo hear more from Evil Giraffes on Mars, go here:facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMarsGet great deals while supporting the show by checking out our sponsors:mintmobile.com/skepticratgroundnews.com/skepticratquince.com/skepticratauraframes.com (code: SKEPTICRAT)betterhelp.com/skepticratHeadline Sources:Trump's tariffs ruled invalid: https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-tariffs-trump-0485fcda30a7310501123e4931dba3f9How Mamdani's Income and Property Tax Proposals Could Affect New Yorkers: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/nyregion/mamdani-millionaire-tax-property.htmlObama says we definitely don't have aliens at Area 51 wink:https://www.cnn.com/2026/02/16/politics/obama-clarifies-alien-comments-scli-intlCortina condom shortage: https://www.thestar.com/sports/olympics-and-paralympics/cortina-condom-shortage-athletes-were-given-10-000-free-condoms-at-the-olympics-they-disappeared/article_6136a95e-d991-4e4d-95c1-332585a3ed00.htmlhttps://youtube.com/shorts/3GF43uY2LkU?si=QOu31kbrpOkUo9W1SHENANIGANS at the Olympics: https://www.startribune.com/feuding-curlers-slushy-ice-and-other-shocking-olympics-scandals/601583262Trump hosts first “board of peace” meeting: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/02/19/trump-gets-his-board-of-peace-even-as-bigger-countries-steer-clear-00789617https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/20/azerbaijan-trump-board-peace-protestorsRFK Jr. and Kid Rock collaborate on MAHA video with hot tub and milk: https://www.thedailybeast.com/rfk-jr-and-kid-rock-bizarrely-strip-off-to-push-maha-agenda/

This is your daily horoscope for Wednesday, February 25, and the most important aspects of the day:Moon in Gemini square Venus in Pisces (2am PT)Moon in Gemini square Mercury in Pisces (8:30am PT)Moon in Gemini trine Mars in Aquarius (3pm PT)Moon enters Cancer (9pm PT)Moon in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (11pm PT)Mercury Stations Retrograde in Pisces (11pm PT)Moon in Cancer square Saturn in Aries (11:30pm PT)Sign Petition to Grant Clemency for Sonny BurtonDemand Clemency for Sonny Burton | (Call Governor Ivey at 334-242-7100)Support the Free Alabama MovementSupport Mutual Aid in MinneapolisJoin Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

The Awake Space with Laurie Rivers is 100% listener supported by The Awake Space Community. Community members get exclusive content, member only livestreams, priority access to events Join The Awake Space CommunityMercury Retrograde Survival Guide on YT sponsored by subscribers of The Awake Space Magazine March 14: Your Natural Income Path Workshop with Laurie Rivers (Awake Space Community Members see your priority access in the Patreon.)Astrology Consultations at wokeastrology.com In S7 Ep 13 master astrologer and systems thinker, Laurie Rivers gives you the run down for the interesting astrology of the week. Monday is a Mondayist Monday with the Moon in Taurus making a square to Mars in Aquarius, then making a conjunction with Uranus in Taurus - and Laurie breaks down what they can look like in the outer world.She runs you through the difference between mundane and personal energy and how the energy plays out. As well as answering a listener's husband's question about receptivity to transit energy (spoiler: the answer is no). Bouncing off the question she discusses how to best use the Mercury Retrograde energy to your best advantage.Laurie winds up the episode discussing how to use the breakthrough energy of Mars square Uranus as we wind out the week. It's all about pushing past the obvious blocks to crafting our security.00:00 Navigating Personal Challenges and Astrology05:06 Understanding Transits and Their Impact07:52 Monday Feb 23 energy is wild!09:23 Potential Increase in Seismic Activity (Global)11:10 Global weather this week14:15 Explaining how transits reflect where we're at consciously 20:04 Pisces Mercury Retrograde and how to use it.26:51 Community Announcements & Shoutouts30:26 Books, Classes and more...36:25 Navigating Economic Disruption and AI Challenges41:35 Creativity in Times of Crisis47:23 The art of Authenticity52:18 Optimism as realism and Creating a Better Future

Did Nazi Germany receive advanced aerospace technology from extraterrestrial “reptilian” consultants?This week marks the 10th anniversary of the first video interview of William Tompkins originally recorded on Feb 25, 2016. In this explosive interview, Tompkins describes his role at Naval Air Station San Diego, where he claims to have delivered classified intelligence briefings gathered by U.S. Navy spies embedded inside Nazi Germany. According to Tompkins, the intelligence revealed:• Advanced Nazi UFO propulsion systems• Compartmentalized SS space programs• Massive underground and Antarctic bases• Reverse-engineering of exotic craft• Alleged reptilian extraterrestrial involvement• Claims of missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyondTompkins recounts delivering technical packages to major aerospace contractors including Lockheed, Douglas, Boeing, and research institutions like Caltech and Navy weapons centers.Were these programs the foundation of a hidden space race?Was Antarctica the true hub of a secret Nazi space program?And what did U.S. Naval Intelligence really know?Watch and decide for yourself.Like, share, and subscribe for more deep dives into classified history, secret space programs, and exopolitical revelations.Join Dr. Salla on Patreon for Early Releases, Webinar Perks and More.Visit https://Patreon.com/MichaelSalla/#NaziUFOs #SecretSpaceProgram #AntarcticaBase #WilliamTompkins #Reptilians #Exopolitics #HiddenHistory

Lieutenant Ward Harrison is sent to find out what is delaying the meteorological monitoring of a planned colonial base on the planet Mars. Vintage sci-fi horror from “Amazing Stories” magazine.This original recording is an audio presentation by Jasper L'Estrange for EnCrypted Horror. “MONSOONS OF DEATH” attributed to Gerald Vance, 1942.

Tu veux que je te raconte l'histoire des "cracs" sur Mars? Alors attrape ta brosse à dents, ton dentifrice, et c'est parti! 

Mercury turns retrograde in Pisces this week, opening a doorway into the unseen. Secrets surface, intuition sharpens, and we're invited to dissolve outdated beliefs at the root. When Mercury meets Venus in Pisces, heart and mind merge in a soulful exchange that feels both tender and timeless. Meanwhile, Mars stirs the skies — first sparring with Uranus in a flash of electricity that urges us to pause before we leap, then activating the recent Solar Eclipse point and reigniting destiny in motion. As Saturn and Neptune continue their dance, we're asked to stand steady between faith and doubt, choosing vision over defeat. The currents are deep. The revelations are real. All this and more on The Golden Astrologer Podcast. ✨

Pisces season is the pre-beginning of the zodiac year. It is the liminal space before Aries, when things are still forming, dissolving, clarifying, and choosing. In this episode, I walk through what Pisces season tends to stir up, and why this particular Pisces season matters in a bigger, longer arc.The headline is the Saturn–Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries (Feb 20). We have been building toward this since last summer. Neptune brings the dream, the vision, the imagination. Saturn brings the structure, the commitment, the foundation that makes something real. I talk about how I'm working with it in practice: writing it down, making a plan, building scaffolding, and taking tangible steps so the vision actually has somewhere to land.From there, we move into the rest of Pisces season's timeline: eclipse season, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Mars entering Pisces, and the Virgo lunar eclipse that highlights the Pisces–Virgo polarity (oneness vs discernment, spirituality vs practicality, intuition vs the calendar). I close with the pivot point that changes the temperature entirely: March 20, the astrological new year, when the Sun enters Aries and Mercury stations direct, lighting up one of the most Aries-activated days I have ever seen on a chart.Episode timestamps00:00 Pisces Season Begins: Big Transits, Eclipses & the ‘Grand Finale' Energy00:48 What Pisces Really Means: Endings, Pre-Birth, Purpose & Interconnectedness03:11 Saturn–Neptune at 0° Aries: Turning Dreams Into Reality (How to Work With It)06:03 Practical Manifestation Tips: Lists, Plans, and Building Saturn Scaffolding09:10 Key Dates Kick Off: Mars–Chiron + Venus Trine Jupiter (Healing Meets Ease)12:36 Mercury Retrograde in Pisces: Shadow Clues, Re-words, and Water-Sign Caution14:58 Feb 27 Power Day: Mars Square Uranus + Sun Conj North Node + Mercury Conj Venus19:10 Mars Enters Pisces: Motivation in the Mist & Acting With Compassion22:24 March 3 Lunar Eclipse in Virgo: Pisces vs Virgo, Discernment, and Jupiter Release Valve27:33 Eclipse Family Themes: Looking Up Bernadette Brady's Take28:07 Mercury Retrograde + Eclipse Season Wrap-Up: Slow Down & Communicate29:55 Early March Sweet Spots: Venus–Uranus & Sun–Jupiter Good Vibes31:16 Venus Enters Aries: Passion, Risk-Taking & Relationship Heat32:35 March 7–8 Clarity & Magnetism: Mercury Cazimi + Saturn–Neptune Activation35:24 Transformation & Forward Motion: Venus–Pluto + Jupiter Stations Direct38:24 Fated Action Points: Mars–North Node & Mercury–Mars During Retrograde39:45 March 18–19 Tension, Breakthroughs & Healing Closure (Chiron–Eris)42:58 Astrological New Year Ignition: Sun into Aries + Mercury Direct45:45 Chart Rundown & The Most Aries Day Ever: 7 Planets in Aries (March 20)50:14 Final Takeaways: Choosing the First Step Into Your New IdentityWork with meJournée (membership): Join hereCosmic Consult (1:1): Book here — we'll look at what's being activated in your chart and map the next right stepWhere to find mecosmicmoves.com

We're in the soupy middle of eclipse season, Mercury is about to retrograde in Pisces, and nothing — literally nothing — in your life is settled right now. Cool. Great. Love that for us.But actually, kind of, yeah. Because this week has this really specific arc that's genuinely useful if you work with it instead of white-knuckling through it. We start Sunday in this pocket of sweetness that feels almost suspiciously good — like the universe handing you a warm drink before it tells you something you need to hear. The middle of the week is quiet on the surface but rearranging underneath, like furniture being moved in the apartment above you at 2 AM. Thursday, Mercury stations retrograde and we officially stop pretending we've been communicating clearly. And by Friday, something electric and kind of feral kicks in — this restless, "I am so fucking done tolerating the thing that doesn't work" energy that might be the most productive thing to happen to us all month.Key moments of the week:Sunday, Feb. 22: Mars in Aquarius sextile Chiron in Aries (11:12AM)Sunday, Feb, 22: Venus in Pisces trine Jupiter in Cancer (3:01PM)Thursday, Feb. 26: Mercury stations retrograde in Pisces (1:48AM)Friday, Feb. 27: Mars in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus (11:20AM)Friday, Feb. 27: Sun conjoins North node in Pisces (12:08PM)Saturday, Feb 28: Mercury conjoins Venus in Pisces (12:34AM)To read your, your kids', and your co-parents' daily horoscopes for this week, along with the detailed daily insights throughout the week, and personalized insights for every transit going on right now (plus deep dive parenting guides based on your specific chart and your kids' charts), pop over to the website or either app store:Get started on the websiteiPhone and iPad appsAndroid app

More than 50 years since the last Apollo mission, Nasa is preparing to send astronauts back to the Moon.Artemis II will take its crew farther from Earth than any human has travelled in decades - a crucial step towards landing on the lunar surface once again. At the same time, China has been quietly advancing its own plans for a crewed Moon landing.Some experts say this signals the start of a new space race – not just for prestige, but to build a long-term presence on the Moon, tap its resources and use it as a stepping stone to Mars. We speak to the BBC's Science Editor, Rebecca Morelle.Producers: Valerio Esposito and Cat FarnsworthExecutive producer: James ShieldMix: Travis EvansSenior news editor: China CollinsPhoto: Official Artemis crew portrait. Josh Valcarcel/NASA Handout/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock

Mercury goes Retrograde on the 25th through March 20th, and its overlap with Eclipse season is kicking up a lot of emotions! By the 27th,  Mars and Uranus square off, promising an activating week for all. Watch the video version of Ghost of a Podcast on my Patreon or right here: https://www.youtube.com/jessicalanyadoo/videos You can still get the Astrology of 2026 here: https://www.lovelanyadoo.com/shop/the-astrology-of-2026-how-to-work-with-the-biggest-shifts-of-the-year

When Love Gets Easy and Everything Else Gets Complicated This week opens with abundant love and generosity as Venus harmonizes with Jupiter, then shifts into revision mode when Mercury stations retrograde in Pisces on Wednesday. By Friday, Mars clashes with Uranus, bringing restless energy and the urge to break free from anything that feels restrictive. Last week of February Limited Offerings www.cardsyb.com/galentines readings & More: www.cardsyb.com daily energy updates: www.instagram.com/CardsyB  

Welcome to the Celestial Insights Podcast, the show that brings the stars down to Earth! Each week, astrologer, coach, and intuitive Celeste Brooks of Astrology by Celeste will be your guide. Her website is astrologybyceleste.com.  

We remain inside the Saturn–Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries.Saturn defines structure. Neptune dissolves it.At the first degree of the zodiac, a new 36-year cycle begins at the seed point of identity and initiation.The last Saturn–Neptune conjunction was in 1989 in Capricorn, reshaping institutions. This one begins at origin fire.We are redefining what is real — and what deserves our devotion.Feb 25 – March 20: Mercury Retrograde in PiscesMercury stations retrograde at 22° Pisces and turns direct March 20 (Spring Equinox) at 8° Pisces. Two days after stationing, Mercury Rx is conjunct Venus in Pisces.This is less about logistics and more about perception.Pisces governs endings, projection, myth, and collective emotion. You're invited to review:• Where you've been enchanted• Where compassion became self-erasure• What grief remains unprocessed• What you believed because you needed it to be trueAs collective myths dissolve, personal ones surface.Feb 27: Mars Square UranusMars in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus — disruptive, electric energy.Mars pushes for liberation. Uranus destabilizes material systems.This can bring shocks, volatility, or nervous system spikes.The tension: freedom vs. security.The invitation: don't force clarity through reaction. Steadiness matters more than speed.March 3 – Lunar Eclipse at 13° VirgoNext week's Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo closes this eclipse cycle.Virgo brings discernment, craft, and practical service. While Pisces dissolves, Virgo sorts.This upcoming Lunar Eclipse asks:• What is workable?• What restores integrity?• What supports daily health?• What is projection — and what is real?With Saturn–Neptune newly seeded at 0° Aries, this eclipse becomes a purification point.We cannot carry fantasy into the new era.The Larger FrameWe are living through dissolution — and dissolution is compost.We are still metabolizing the past.It is too soon to declare the shape of the future.Slow your conclusions.Strengthen grounding practices.Let clarity emerge over time.Reflective Questions for the WeekWhere have I mistaken idealism for truth — and what would gentle discernment reveal?When disruption arises, do I escalate, collapse, or stabilize?What daily practice restores clarity when the collective field feels foggy?Move carefully — not fearfully.Reality is being renegotiated.Your steadiness matters.Podcast poem: Cast of Millions by Rosemerry Wahtola TrommerSupport the showGo to Sheila's website for information for transformational resources: https://www.ontheedgesofchange.com/home-page This episode was co-created with generative AI, engaged as a soul-aligned ally in service of transformation. At the edge where technology meets myth, I choose insight over noise, and alchemy over automation. Thank you for dreaming the future with me.

This is the week where everything you've been feeling starts to make sense — and where it's easy to move too fast if you're not paying attention.Think of it as a cosmic crossroads:

Building upon the author's previous research, An Inconvenient Theory expands upon the idea that multiple advanced civilizations existed during the last 130,000 years. Drawing inspiration from Charles Hapgood's controversial crustal displacement theory, the author explores how shifts in Earth's crust—not just plate tectonics or Milankovitch cycles—might explain glacial cycles, mass extinctions, and unexplained archaeological site alignments. Through detailed analysis of ancient site orientations, climate data, and geological processes, the book proposes a revised mechanism for pole shifts involving an interplay between mantle convection and tidal forces, the same forces that move Earth's oceans. The work challenges mainstream geoscience and climate models, offering a bold, alternative view of Earth's deep history and the cycles of civilization, catastrophe, and climate change.Mark Carlotto has over forty years of experience in space-related applications involving remote sensing, mapping, image processing, pattern recognition, machine learning, and related technologies. He received a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University in 1981 and has written over one hundred technical and scientific papers and nine books. He was an assistant adjunct professor at Boston University from 1981 to 1983 where he taught courses in computer architecture and image processing.Outside of his occupation in the aerospace industry, Dr. Carlotto's journey as an independent scientist began in 1985 when he first learned of the infamous Face on Mars in a newspaper article. His first book The Martian Enigmas examines the Face and other unusual objects on the Red Planet first imaged by a Viking orbiter spacecraft in 1976. His research based on a method known as shape-from-shading to analyze the 3-D structure of the Face was included by Carl Sagan in his TV series Cosmos. Dr. Carlotto's second book The Cydonia Controversy steps back from the science of the Mars investigation examining it within the context of the centuries-old search for life beyond Earth and its possible implications.His journey took an unexpected turn in 2003 when he got lost exploring the woods in a place called Dogtown – a deserted colonial settlement in the middle of Cape Ann – an island community north of Boston. There being no detailed maps of the area, he decided to map old roads and trails, stonewalls, cellar holes, and other features using newly emerging GPS technology. His next book The Dogtown Guide, a far cry from Mars, was a field guide and history of Dogtown that received a Preservation Award from the Gloucester Historical Commission in 2007. Relating history and landscape his next book, The Island Woods published in 2012 is a three-hundred-year-long spatial history of the forested interior of Cape Ann complementing other books written about Gloucester's well-known maritime heritage. Combining maps and genealogy data, his third book in the series The Cellars Speak offers new insight into the early settlers who lived in the woods of Cape Ann hundreds of years ago.Another book written at this time Diary of a Serial App Developer is a tongue-in-cheek autobiography of a ten-year stint moonlighting as an early iPhone app developer.Dr. Carlotto's collaboration in a study of astronomical alignments at a Native American ceremonial site published by the Massachusetts Archaeological Society in 2015 was an inkling of things to come. While planning a trip to Mexico a few years later he found the archaeological sites he hoped to visit were not aligned in any obvious way. Before Atlantis published in 2018, describes his discovery that these and other ancient sites across the world appear to have been aligned to previous locations of the North Pole, and virtue of their alignment could be tens of thousands to more than a hundred thousand years old.Completing a book started in the 1990s, Not of This World, released in 2021, examines historical UFO cases and recently disclosed reports of unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). His analysis reveals that some UFOs/UAP are likely real, exceed known aerospace capabilities, appear to defy the laws of physics as they are currently understood, and might not be extraterrestrial in origin.Beyond Atlantis, his next book is the culmination of research into the lost civilizations of the world that began in Before Atlantis. Dr. Carlotto analyzes hundreds of ancient sites and proposes a new theory of ancient civilizations based on an extensive body of evidence that challenges conventional paradigms.His latest book, An Inconvenient Theory, which builds upon previous research, explores the idea of how shifts in Earth's crust—not just plate tectonics or Milankovitch cycles—might explain glacial cycles, mass extinctions, and unexplained archaeological site alignments. Through detailed analysis of ancient site orientations, climate data, and geological processes, Dr. Carlotto proposes a revised mechanism for pole shifts involving an interplay between mantle convection and tidal forces, the same forces that move Earth's oceans.www.beforeatlantis.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

Five transits this week, highlighted by Mercury Retrograde in Pisces. The fantasy is visible — we can see what we want to build — but in order to bring it into reality, we have to face what's been fermenting in the dark. This week we're getting into the swamp, curling up in the fetal position, and recalibrating who we are. Three planets and the North Node in Pisces right now — is anyone else feeling a little delirious? Compassion, compassion, compassion.(04:28) – The Sun in Pisces Square the Moon in Gemini 5°54'(10:01) – Mercury Retrograde in Pisces 22°33'(21:06)– The Sun Conjunct the North Node Retrograde in Pisces 8°(23:10) – Mercury Retrograde Conjunct Venus in Pisces 22°(25:47) – Mars in Aquarius Square Uranus in Taurus 27°Get the Guide for Saturn in Aries⁠⁠Join my conversation with Dallisa Hocking about the astrology for February, 2026⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the 2026 Astrology Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join ⁠my Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.theweeklytransit.com/

This is your daily horoscope for Monday, February 23, and the most important aspects of the day:Moon in Taurus sextile Mercury in Pisces (5am PT) Moon in Taurus square Mars in Aquarius (9am PT) Moon in Taurus conjunct Uranus in Taurus (2:30pm PT) Moon enters Gemini (6:30pm PT) Moon in Gemini sextile Neptune in Aries (8pm PT) Moon in Gemini sextile Saturn in Aries (8:30pm PT)Join Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

Animals can hibernate, slowing down most metabolic functions — heart rate, blood flow, brain activity, and body temperature — then waking as if nothing happened. Humans have never done this, but what if they could? Could hibernation extend life or even save it?  Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores global research into the molecular mechanics of hibernation and how these abilities might one day help fight cancer, prevent heart disease, treat depression, and even enable travel to Mars. This episode was produced by Amanda Sealy Medical writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy  Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PART II ALREADY OUT ON PATREON! IT'S AD-FREE, AND THERE'S A TON OF OTHER GREAT PATREON PERKS, JOIN US THERE!Ash and Kristen begin their dive into the wildly controversial world of Graham Hancock and his hotly debated speculations. Along the way, they take approximately 700 Wikipedia detours through Gnosticism, Catharism, esoteric secret-knowledge clubs, and so much conspiracy-adjacent archaeology, religious relic lore, and Ice Age brain-melt timelines that Ash has to stop Kristen every 2-3 minutes to define something. So naturally, we had to make this a two-parter!In part one, the gals talk about Hancock's journey from respected journalist to alternative archaeologist who digs into controversial theories about lost ancient civilizations and literally everything else throughout time and space. They dig into his greatest hits: the Ark of the Covenant, the Knights Templar, pyramids/Sphinx “they're older than you think” chaos, the Face on Mars, and that whole “is this an ancient warning or just Virgin Mary on toast?” dilemma.STUFF TO CHEER YOU UP:Ash's list of "Comfort Shows" (and where to watch them for freeeee)Ash learned a dance and actually filmed it... aka Ash dancing alone in …her yard aka "How Ash Likes to Party" Behind the scenes of Ash struggling to make a simple dance video ft. her SPARKLY BOOTS!PODS TO KEEP YOU INFORMED:It Could Happen Here- It Could Happen Here started as an exploration of the possibility of a new civil war. Now a daily show, it's evolved into a chronicle of collapse as it happens, and an exploration of how we might build a better future.Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay - Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect the biggest topics in Black culture, politics, and sports. Two times per week, they will wade into the most important and timely conversations, frequently inviting guests on the podcast and occasionally debating each other.Pod Save the World - A weekly podcast that breaks down international news and foreign policy developments, but doesn't feel like homework.This F*cking Guy - Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco, co-hosts of the podcast Hysteria, do a deep dive into the lives of some of the worst b*tches in the game - and let you know everything there is to know about their horrible, corrupt, and dishonest pasts.Behind the Bastards - There's a reason the History Channel has produced hundreds of documentaries about Hitler but only a few about Dwight D. Eisenhower. Bad guys (and gals) are eternally fascinating. Behind the Bastards dives in past the Cliffs Notes of the worst humans in history and exposes the bizarre realities of their lives. Listeners will learn about the young adult novels that helped Hitler form his monstrous ideology, the founder of Blackwater's insane quest to build his own Air Force, the bizarre lives of the sons and daughters of dictators and Saddam Hussein's side career as a trashy romance novelist.Gaslit Nation - Gaslit Nation provides a deep dive on the news, skipping outrage to deliver analysis, history, context, and sharp insight on global affairs. Hosted by journalist and filmmaker Andrea Chalupa, an expert on authoritarian states who warned America about Russia and election hacking before the 2016 election.The Daily Show: Ears Edition - Jon Stewart and The Daily Show News Team cover today's biggest headlines. The “Ears Edition” of The Daily Show features full episodes, extended content, exclusive interviews, and more.If you'd like to support my escape to Indonesia, check out the GOFUNDME :)Follow us on Instagram, where Ash is actually starting to post again!We'd love to see you in our Discord, come hang out!Audio editing by Gaytrice Perdue.

From the pressurized space suits to living in underground spaces, it's clear that living on Mars would cause irreversible biological changes to any humans living there, to the point that it may be impossible for them or their descendants to return to Earth. With bigger heads and lighter bodies, might we also end up looking like Martians?PLUS:Yellowstone's predators battle it out, and wolves remain top dogfossil of the earliest veggie-eater found in Nova ScotiaCovid is disappearing in animals, which is good news for deer but not as good for humanshow genes affect our lifespan more than we thought

Sponsor Link:This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you by Incogni. Reduce the volume of spam calls and emails. They can't spam you if they can't find you. To find out more and to take up our 60% off offer, visit incogni.com/spacenuts and use the coupon code SPACENUTS at checkout.Lava Tubes on Venus, Elon Musk's New Target, and China's Lunar AmbitionsIn this intriguing episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore a variety of captivating topics that span our solar system. From the surprising discovery of lava tubes on Venus to Elon Musk's shifting focus from Mars to the Moon, this episode is packed with astronomical insights and updates on space exploration.Episode Highlights:- Lava Tubes on Venus: A new study suggests the existence of massive lava tubes on Venus, with evidence pointing to structures that could reach up to a kilometer wide. Andrew and Fred discuss the implications of this discovery and how it was derived from radar data collected by the Magellan spacecraft.- Elon Musk's Change of Plans: The hosts delve into Elon Musk's evolving vision for space travel, as he shifts his focus from colonizing Mars to prioritizing lunar missions. They discuss the logistical challenges of Mars travel and the advantages of a Moon base.- China's Reusable Booster Test: The China Manned Space Agency has successfully tested a reusable booster and a new spacecraft designed for lunar missions. Andrew and Fred analyze the significance of this achievement in the context of the current space race.- Titan's Mysterious Past: The episode concludes with a look at Saturn's moon Titan, which may have formed from a collision between two moons. The hosts explore the implications of this theory and what it means for future exploration of Titan.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, Instagram, and more. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

Long-term missions to the Moon and Mars will need a good understanding of the machines, the environment – and the people. Friction among crew members could make a mission much less productive – or even endanger lives. To minimize the risk, scientists are trying to understand how people get along during long periods of isolation. They’ve conducted test runs in laboratories. They’ve set up habitats on volcanoes and remote islands. They’ve studied research bases in Antarctica. And they’ve sent volunteers into the oceans. As with space travel, an undersea habitat is isolated and cramped, and the environment can be deadly. So it’s important for the crew to get along. NASA has conducted quite a few underwater expeditions. For many of them, astronauts spent a few days or weeks in a habitat off the coast of Florida. They conducted experiments both inside and outside the lab. They tested equipment and techniques that might be used in space. And scientists checked out how well they worked as a team. Recently, the European Space Agency sent 25 volunteers on a two-month trip aboard a submarine. Scientists used questionnaires to check on the volunteers. They also took samples of hair and saliva. The results helped track stress markers, changes in the immune system, and other reactions – better understanding the human factor in long-term missions to other worlds. Script by Damond Benningfield

Hi everyone! In today's segment, we review cosmic energy and how to best navigate the shift of Mars in Aquarius. We also explore the upcoming Mercury Retrograde, the nakshatra it will retrograde in, and how this may impact us on an individual and collective level. YOUTUBE:D9 exploration:https://youtu.be/HTgYcjltyasCharacteristics of Your Spouse:https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0Soulmate Astrologyhttps://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUwChristine:website: innerknowing.yogainstagram: astrologynow_podcastpatreon: patreon.com/astrologynowpodcast keywords: astrology, jyotish, Vedic astrology, sidereal astrology, nakshatras,  spirituality, Christine Rodriguez, aries, libra, scorpio, libra, capricorn, Nakshatra, new moon, taurus, Venus, Jupiter, Pisces, Spirituality, horoscope, retrograde, eclipse, solar eclipse, new moon, lunar eclipse

This is your daily horoscope for Sunday, February 22, and the most important aspects of the day:Mars in Aquarius sextile Chiron in Aries (8am PT) Venus in Pisces trine Jupiter in Cancer (12pm PT) Moon in Taurus sextile Jupiter in Cancer (6pm PT) Moon in Taurus sextile Venus in Pisces (6:30pm PT)Join Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

MIT physicist David Kaiser is one of those rare scientists who can make mind-bending physics feel like a great conversation over coffee — funny, generous, and genuinely thrilled by what we still don't know. And what he's working on is wild. What the if the universe is packed with invisible black holes smaller than an atom? Dave thinks the mysterious "missing stuff" that holds galaxies together might not be some exotic undiscovered particle — it could be tiny black holes that formed a split second after the Big Bang. If he's right, a handful of them could be cruising through our solar system right now, and we might be able to catch one in the act just by watching Mars wobble. We also dig into whether a rogue black hole might have flattened a Siberian forest in 1908, and rest assured, the residents of Brooklyn have nothing to worry about. Learn more about David Kaiser's primordial black hole research: MIT PBH Research Group: https://sites.mit.edu/mitpbh/ David Kaiser's essay in the London Review of Books — a great accessible overview with historical context: https://www.lrb.co.uk/the-paper/v46/n11/david-kaiser/black-hole-flyby The ultrahigh-energy neutrino paper (open access): https://journals.aps.org/prl/abstract/10.1103/vnm4-7wdc "Close Encounters of a Primordial Kind" — the Mars wobbles paper: https://journals.aps.org/prd/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevD.110.063533 (also available open access on arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.17217) Primordial black holes with QCD color charge (open access): https://journals.aps.org/prl/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevLett.132.231402 Full list of press coverage: https://sites.mit.edu/mitpbh/news/ Selected press coverage: MIT News — Exotic black holes could be a byproduct of dark matter: https://news.mit.edu/2024/exotic-black-holes-could-be-dark-matter-byproduct-0606 MIT News — Mars wobble could be dark matter: https://news.mit.edu/2024/mars-wobble-could-be-dark-matter-mit-study-finds-0917 MIT News — Could a primordial black hole explain a mysteriously energetic neutrino?: https://news.mit.edu/2025/could-primordial-black-holes-last-burst-explain-mysteriously-energetic-neutrino-0918 CNN — Black holes and dark matter: https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/17/science/black-holes-dark-matter-scn/index.html LA Times — Tiny black holes zipping through the solar system: https://www.latimes.com/science/story/2024-09-17/tiny-black-holes-zipping-through-the-solar-system Scientific American — Dark matter black holes could fly through the solar system once a decade: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/dark-matter-black-holes-could-fly-through-the-solar-system-once-a-decade/ Quanta Magazine — Monster neutrino could be a messenger of ancient black holes: https://www.quantamagazine.org/monster-neutrino-could-be-a-messenger-of-ancient-black-holes-20260123/ APS Physics — "The Solar System as a Black Hole Detector" (Mars wobbles): https://physics.aps.org/articles/v17/s98 APS Physics — "New Suspect for Neutrino Signals" (neutrino paper): https://physics.aps.org/articles/v18/s124 --- Check out our membership rewards! Visit us at Patreon.com/Whattheif Got an IF of your own? Want to have us consider your idea for a show topic? Send YOUR IF to us! Email us at feedback@whattheif.com and let us know what's in your imagination. No idea is too small, or too big! Keep On IFFin', Philip, Matt & Gaby

In April 2029 on one of the luckiest Friday the 13th in human history the 1500 ft by 500 ft asteroid Apophis will pass within 23,600 miles of the Earth's surface traveling at some 4.6 mi/s. This is extremely fortunate since an Apophis impact would release the energy of scores of nuclear weapons and cause wide spread devastation. NASA's OSIRIS-APEX will become the companion of the potentially hazardous asteroid Apophis on 5 June 2029, 

Trent's on vacation, which means Natalie and Chelsea are flying solo - and things get wonderfully unfiltered. The episode kicks off with breaking news: the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling against Trump's sweeping tariffs. Spoiler: it's mostly a nothing burger for lumber, since softwood falls under Section 232. From there, the duo breaks down spring lumber inventory sentiment, covers Builders First Source's Q4 results, and takes a detour into why basis points exist (turns out there's a real reason). The conversation evolves into recursive AI, Elon Musk's Mars ambitions, SpaceX going public, alien orbs off the California coast, and what humans do with themselves when AI takes over all the work. Light Friday content, heavy existential questions. Have thoughts on the episode? Email us at lumberslingers@gmail.com.

! JOIN SHERI HORN HASAN @ https://www.karmicevolution.com/astrologically-speaking for this week's Astro News You Can Use, including a look at former Prince Andrew's sudden arrest & how the Epstein scandal has reached the level of crimes against humanity at the United Nations!This podcast discusses how the Aquarius New Moon solar eclipse on Feb 17 challenges now us to plant seeds that can blossom into the birth of a new, more humanitarian future-oriented ideology. It told us too, however, that it's the ideologues who, rather than believe in an ideology founded on a system of ideas and ideals--especially ones which form the basis of economic or political theory and policy--instead are often blindly partisan advocates or adherents of a particular ideology.And, since this eclipse had both luminaries in Aquarius square their ruler Uranus in Taurus, it's highlighted that a change in values is most definitely overdue. Uranus is the planet that tells us that the only constant is change. And, that the longer we resist change, the more likely change will occur in a sudden, surprising, or shocking way.So, the universe is asking us now several things if we look back & review the past few lunations. It obvious now that it asked us at the December 19 Sagittarius New Moon to plant seeds that lead to bringing into collective consciousness what we believe to be truly moral, ethical, & just.Meanwhile, the Capricorn New Moon on January 18 highlighted the need for us to stand our ground, or draw the line if you will since Saturn-ruled Capricorn loves its boundaries, in the fight against tyrannical idealogues who don't believe in upholding justice for all.Now, since this February 17 Aquarius New Moon solar eclipse—which carries several themes we're already seeing playing out not only here in America but worldwide—it's time for us to review our true ideological beliefs & decide whether they are about a future of betterment for all of mankind or only for a entitled few.Former Prince Andrew's arrest on February 19, which also happened to be his 66th birthday, shocked the world given his royal lineage. However, it showed us that no one is immune from finding justice through the legal system.This podcast looks at Andrew's natal chart & dissects how his Chiron in late Aquarius conjunct his 8th House Pisces Sun—along with his Scorpio Moon square to them both—reveals the origin of his woundedness in relationships in general & with females in particular. We also discuss his history of sexual obsession from the time he was a young teen.Meanwhile, however, the Epstein scandal—spurred mostly by the release of three million documents related to him—has gone international in other ways as well, since it's reached the level of concern for the United Nations.“In a statement on Monday, the independent experts – who serve in their individual capacities under mandates from the UN Human Rights Council and are not UN staff – warned that the alleged acts documented in the files could amount to some of the gravest crimes under international law.“The reported conduct could amount to sexual slavery, reproductive violence, enforced disappearance, torture, inhuman and degrading treatment, and femicide, according to the experts.“So grave is the scale, nature, systematic character, and transnational reach of these atrocities against women and girls, that a number of them may reasonably meet the legal threshold of crimes against humanity,” they said.” IS AMERICA AT A TURNING POINT, AND IF SO, IS IT “UNITED WE STAND” OR “DIVIDED WE FALL?”Meanwhile, other shocks & surprises occurred as well, including the sad news of the death of Jesse Jackson, “American civil rights activist, politician, and ordained Baptist minister. A protégé of Martin Luther King Jr. and James Bevel during the civil rights movement, he became one of the most prominent civil rights leaders of the late 20th and early 21st centuries,” according to Wikipedia.Then there's the ongoing stalemate in the partial U.S. government shutdown as GOP ideologues continue to block the Democrat's request to make modifications to Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) & Customs & Border Patrol (CBP) agents as they continue to violate due process & the 4th Amendment.   No surprise that the partial government shutdown took place as Saturn (read: resistance) entered Mars-ruled Aries, the archetypal energy of motivation & action. There's this from Thom Hartmann, Feb 17: The American Revolution Started Over This Kind of Abuse: Have We Forgotten? Once the government decides who qualifies for Fourth Amendment protection, rights stop being rights and start being privileges handed out by those in power…”“This fight isn't really about immigration,” Hartmann explains. “It's about whether the Constitution still restrains government power at all. When elected officials call it a ‘nonstarter' to require federal agents to get a judicial warrant before kicking in doors, to give people bail or a trial before they face long-term prison, and to allow protests, they're not debating border policy, they're testing whether the Bill of Rights is still binding or has become merely decorative.“The Fourth Amendment: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.”SATURN/NEPTUNE CONJOIN IN MARS-RULED ARIES: WAR INLAND & ON THE SEAS?And now we find ourselves on the threshold of the new Saturn/Neptune cycle as the two meet on February 20 in Aries, kicking off a astrological energy that will last for the next 36 years.This as Donald Trump has threatened to staunch the free flow of information concerning voting & voting rights by threatening to limit who can vote & define who can't. All based on the fact that he's an ideologue who, in combination with his many lies, seems to truly believe he lost the 2020 presidential election due to fraud inherent in the voting process. And then there's his threats now to go to war with Iran. Remember, Saturn represents foundations that allow us to feel secure, while Neptune is water, among other things. In Mars-ruled Aries, with the naval building up near Iran, it's clear that Trump's threats involve invading Iran represent a transgression of such boundaries.Like his illegal bombing of boats in the Caribbean & Pacific oceans suspected (but not proven) to be carrying illegal drugs, & his midnight military invasion of Venezuela & the kidnapping of its leader Nicolas Maduro & his wife, this most recent threat to Iran—likely endorsed by Israel's Netanyahu since the two met recently in Washington, D.C.—seems to be based also on Trump's fixed ideological notion that he is the king, not only of America, but of the world.Pushback has already begun as a War Powers Resolution has been introduced in Congress, stated that only they have the ability to declare & not the president alone. Tensions will likely grow as we approach the February 24 first quarter lunar square of the Gemini Moon to the Pisces Sun (since the Sun entered Pisces on February 18, the day after the Aquarius solar eclipse.)The Moon (the people) will likely continue to communicate (Gemini) their concerns with the president's (Sun) vaguely articulated plans to invade yet another sovereign nation that has not declared war against the U.S.MERCURY RETROGRADE IN PISCES: REVIEW TIME!When Mercury stations retrograde at 22'34” Pisces on February 24, we've the opportunity to review several things, the first of which is what is the emotional quality of our lives? Given the state of the sluggish growth in the U.S. economy based on the negative results of Mercury-related tariffs on trade & the cost of goods, Trump's refusal to allow the opening a second major trade route from Michigan to Canada in the form of the Gordie Howe Bridge, we see there's much to review…There is also, of course, the ability of “local” communities to continue their protests against ICE & CPB as the courts have become overwhelmed by the number of habeas corpus & other rights violation cases by both citizens & immigrants—both legal & illegal—alike.As we wait the exact square of Mars in Aquarius to Uranus in Taurus, keep an eye out for any sudden martial or military action based on the beliefs of ideologues such as Trump & the kakistocracy government he's put into place this past year. The signs say it will be sudden and, given the involvement of Mars, potentially violent…Tune in to hear more, including where this Aquarius New Moon solar eclipse fell in both Washington, D.C. & in the U.S. Sibly birth charts & what that portends @https://www.karmicevolution.com/astrologically-speakingSee you then! Namaste…

Laura Eisenhower exposes hidden agendas behind stargates, Mars colonies, and false timelines. Breakaway civilizations, DNA suppression, and soul hijacking are real—and your body holds the key to ascension. It's time to awaken and reclaim your sovereignty. 03:48 Breakaway Civilizations & Secret Space Programs 08:12 Earth Grid Hijack & Soul Entrapment 13:00 Mars Colonies and the Fall of the Feminine 17:45 Frequency Wars & Targeted Individuals 23:20 Luciferian Cults & Timeline Manipulation 28:33 DNA Activation & Divine Blueprint 34:16 Natural Stargates vs Artificial Portals 39:30 Awakening Humanity's Power 44:10 Final Words on Sovereignty You Asked, We Listened – Special Webinar with Laura Eisenhower: Register Now

Welcome to another episode of the Following Films Podcast. Today, we are exploring a project that is equal parts hilarious, bizarre, and incredibly poignant: the animated feature film MARS. This film marks the final project from the legendary cult comedy troupe The Whitest Kids U'Know, serving as a bittersweet and brilliant capstone to the legacy of the late, beloved Trevor Moore. Joining me to discuss the Herculean effort required to bring this vision to the big screen is the film's director and producer, Sevan Najarian. He has been a vital force in the alternative media landscape for years, and in this episode, we trace his fascinating career path, from his early days getting into the director's chair for animation to his involvement with the irreverent and influential world of Channel Zero.We also dive deep into the "scrappy" and often painstaking labor of love that was the production of MARS. Conceptualized over a decade ago, the film follows Kyle, a man who enters a contest to go to the Red Planet mostly to escape his impending wedding, only to find himself stranded with a crew of lunatics on a ship that is anything but luxury. With an 8-city screening tour kicking off February 20th at participating Alamo Drafthouse locations and a wider theatrical release on March 13th, there has never been a better time to celebrate the return of the WKUK. So, let's get into my conversation with Sevan Najarian about the decade-long journey to the Red Planet, the evolution of his career, and why this story is more relevant today than ever before.

Today's short podcast is an eclectic mix. From Epstein and the CIA to meditation and nervous system regulation. I'm joined by John Gray, author of the wildly bestselling book Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, to talk stress, hormones and why modern life is frying our nervous systems.

Louise Edington discusses the upcoming lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026, and its astrological implications. She highlights the significance of the Virgo and Pisces nodes, which have been integrating the material and spiritual since early last year. The eclipse at 12 degrees will mark a completion and a shift to Leo and Aquarius nodes on July 26, 2022. Key astrological aspects include Mercury retrograde, Mars in Pisces, and Neptune in Aries. Louise emphasizes the eclipse's impact on emotional and spiritual balance, urging viewers to prioritize their passions and prepare for significant changes.

This is your daily horoscope for Saturday, February 21, and the most important aspects of the day:Moon in Aries sextile Mars in Aquarius (3am PT) Moon enters Taurus (3:30pm PT) Moon in Taurus sextile Sun in Pisces (9:30pm PT) Moon in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius (11pm PT)Join Grimoire: Learn Astrology, Tarot & Strengthen Your Intuition, Magic + So Much MoreBook an Astrology Reading with StephanieJoin Next Month's Meet-Up: (Available on the Purr Tier for $10)Support the show

In this week's episode, we are going over all of the major transits happening this Pisces season. We're covering the lunar eclipse in Virgo, Mercury retrograde in Pisces, plus the Sun, Mars, Mercury, and Venus all moving through Pisces. Then we'll get into Venus moving into Aries and meeting up with Saturn and Neptune there. Plus, Jupiter retrograde is ending, and we are closing out the month with a new moon in Pisces! For in-depth monthly horoscopes on what all of these transits mean for your rising sign, check out my Substack, Astrology with Alice.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro and Overview03:44 – Week 1: February 18 - 2212:00 – Week 2: February 23 - March 118:44 – Week 3: March 2 - 832:52 – Weeks 4 & 5: March 9 - 20Follow me on Instagram for daily astro insights: @stalkaliceMusic is licensed from Soundstripe.Podcast Produced & Edited by Julia Bell at Breaking Thru Productions© 2026 Alice Bell. All Rights Reserved.

On Thursday's show: AI-focused data centers have increased the demand for memory chips that drive many electronics consumers use. And that is driving up prices we pay to get them. Technology columnist Dwight Silverman explains, and he offers advice for how to spot AI being used in campaign ads or social media posts.Also this hour: As Johnson Space Center continues preparations for the next Artemis mission and America's return to the moon, it reminds us that NASA's long-term vision includes using the moon as a stepping-stone for future missions to Mars. But there is a lot to consider about what human beings spending extended time on the moon or Mars will mean. We talk that over with Rice University biology professor Scott Solomon, author of Becoming Martian: How Living in Space Will Change Our Bodies and Minds.Then, we discuss the role the Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary plays in protecting birds that migrate through Texas.And, as Olympic hockey games near their pinnacle this week, we talk with Chie Chie Yard, the first Houston native to play hockey in the Olympics. These days, she plans major events for the National Hockey League, and she is one of this year's Houston Hockey Hall of Fame inductees.Watch

This one is a classic. Back crazy, classic 70’s style GRINDHOUSE ACTION in SEVEN DEADLY SINNERS! Signal of Doom was voted #13 in the Top 100 Comic Book Podcasts on Feedspot! Please support the show on Patreon! Every dollar helps the show! https://www.patreon.com/SignalofDoom Follow us on Twitter: @signalofdoom Dredd or Dead: @OrDredd Legion Outpost: @legionoutpost

Episode 145: February 2026 Astrology: Eclipse Shifts, Saturn in Aries & a New Era Begins with Vanessa Soul New 2026 Power & Purpose Podcast Schedule!!!Guest Episodes released every Monday (Even numbered episodes) Vanessa Soul Astrology episodes released every Thursday (Odd numbered episodes) Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EMuk2G9zNTYFebruary 2026 is not just another month in astrology. It is a turning point.With a powerful Solar Eclipse in Aquarius, Saturn entering Aries, Neptune shifting into fire energy, and Mercury retrograde slowing us down, we are standing at the edge of a new era both personally and collectively.In this episode of the Power & Purpose Podcast, Vanessa Soul breaks down the deeper meaning behind these transits and how they are shaping your life, your goals, and the global landscape.If you've been feeling intensity, pressure, clarity, or momentum building beneath the surface… this episode will help you understand why.Look up your rising Sign: Astro-charts.com ⏳ Episode Preview00:00 – Why February 2026 Feels So Intense

What if the places you're drawn to aren't random at all? And what if your birth chart holds clues about where you're meant to thrive?In this illuminating episode of Love Purpose Connection, Estelle is joined by astrologer, tarot reader, and astrocartography expert Clarisse Monahan to explore how the stars and geography intersect to shape our lives.Clarisse introduces the ancient practice of astrocartography. Which she explains, is mapping your birth chart onto the world. This practice reveals how different locations activate different energies, archetypes, and life themes.Together, Estelle and Clarisse they dive into planetary lines, inner guidance, and how understanding place can bring clarity to love, purpose, career, and connection.In this episode -✨ What astrocartography is and how it works, and how YOU work out your own chart✨ Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Moon, and Chiron lines explained✨ Travel, relocation, and designing a life in alignment✨ How location influences love, career, healing, and purpose✨ Estelle's Astrocartography reading✨ Why there are no “bad” lines, only different lessons✨ How Astrocartography can guide us to take risks✨ Relationships, attraction, and Venus lines✨ What love, purpose & connection means to ClarisseThis is a conversation about trust, curiosity, and learning ways to work with the universe. A guide to using the stars not as fate, but as a map back to yourself.

How has your relationship with your audience changed? What's a good lie to tell my coworkers about my butt surgery? Has anyone ever tasted the moon? What's the highest altitude we have ever recorded a cloud? How long do I have to sit in the bath to touch every molecule of water? What is the value of a single shoe? How do I handle the information that we might live in a black hole? …Hank and John Green have answers!If you're in need of dubious advice, email us at hankandjohn@gmail.comJoin us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohnProduced for Hank and John Green by ComplexlySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Hump Day on the Majority Report   On today's program:   Mayor Zohran Mamdani looks like he cleared a major hurdle in his promise of freezing rent for rent-controlled housing in NYC after nominating 6 appointees to the Rent Board.   Mayor Mamdani is now applying pressure to Governor Kathy Hochul to raise taxes by 2% on those earning more than $1 million a year in order to avoid having to raid the city's reserves and raising property taxes in order to bridge the $5.4 billion dollar budget gap.   Assaad Razzouki, host of the Angry Clean Energy Guy Podcast and CEO of Gurin Energy a clean energy company, joins Emma to talk about China's ability to decarbonize while still growing their economy.   Nida Allam, progressive candidate for North Carolina's 4th Congressional district joins Emma for a conversation about her campaign.   In the Fun Half:   Francesca Fiorentini, comedian and host of the Bitchuation Room joins show.   RFK, Jr. and Kid Rock post a video of them working out together.   Michigan candidate for Senate, Haley Stevens touts the great female leadership at an ICE Facility that she just toured. If you are in Michigan vote for Abdul El-Sayed.   Journalist Tara Palmeri directly asks Michael Tracey if the basis of his slandering of Epstein survivors is a result of him being on the payroll of someone implicated in the Epstein files.   Dave Clips, a Dave Rubin parody account makes an incredible compilation of Dave Rubin begging Elon Musk to put him on the guest list for the fabled Mars colony.   Rep. Randy Fine uses an innocent joke about Islam coming to NYC and banning dogs as pets as an opportunity to launch another Islamophobic attack.   all that and more   To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: ZOCDOC: Go to Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor WILD GRAIN: Get 20% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/majority SUNSET LAKE: Use code FlowerPower to save 30% on all CBD smokables at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

What if the loudest stories about the future—AI gods, Mars colonies, digital immortality—aren't science at all, but science fiction masquerading as inevitability? In this episode of The Radical Candor Podcast, Kim Scott and Amy Sandler are joined by science journalist and astrophysicist Adam Becker (PhD in computational cosmology), author of More Everything Forever. Adam breaks down the “big three” myths that dominate Silicon Valley's imagination: space colonization, superintelligent god-like AI, and the singularity. He explains why both the utopian and apocalyptic versions of AI stories often share the same assumption—unimaginable AI power—and why that assumption doesn't match reality. They also explore the deeper pattern underneath these myths: the belief that every problem can be solved with technology (usually computer technology), even when the barriers are political and social—collective action, persuasion, solidarity, and power. Along the way, Adam shares how he stayed sane while writing about “seriously disturbing ideas,” and why reconnecting with the natural world (and real human relationships) is a necessary antidote to screen-mediated life. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the “AI will save us” vs. “AI will doom us” debate, this conversation offers a clearer, more grounded frame—and a reminder that being human matters. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ Resources for show notes: ⁠Adam Becker's website⁠ ⁠More, Everything, Forever book page⁠ ⁠Adam Becker on Star Talk podcast⁠ ⁠Dave Troy presents: Understanding TESCREAL with Dr. Timnit Gebru and Émile Torres⁠ ⁠Why Silicon Valley's Most Powerful People Are So Obsessed With Hobbits⁠ Referenced in conversation: Blade Runner (as an example of dystopian sci-fi being misunderstood) Star Wars / Jabba the Hutt (as an example of misreading stories) Lord of the Rings / Palantír (as a cautionary reference) Jurassic Park (“they didn't stop to consider whether they should”) Public libraries (as a civic good worth supporting) Chapters: (00:00) Introduction Kim and Amy welcome Adam Becker to unpack Silicon Valley's stories about the future. (06:06) The Myths Driving Tech Ideology Space colonization, superintelligent AI, and the singularity—and why they don't hold up. (11:52) When Sci-Fi Turns into Strategy How dystopian stories get misread as roadmaps (Palantir, “Torment Nexus,” and more). (15:06) More Everything Forever Why endless expansion feels inevitable in tech—and why Adam argues it's flawed. (21:24) “Can” vs. “Should” Why tech leaders dodge both questions—and what that reveals about power. (23:19) You Can't Escape Politics by Going to Space Why “Mars as a reset button” is a fantasy—and politics follows humans everywhere. (33:22) AI Doom vs. AI Utopia Why both narratives rely on the same shaky assumption about “AGI.” (37:21) Solidarity as a Counterbalance Why labor organizing matters when leadership values diverge from workers' values. (41:02) “AGI Will Fix Climate” Why betting on future AI while burning more energy now is a dangerous logic trap. (01:03:50) Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Gary - Series 29 Episode 21In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore intriguing revelations about the search for life on Mars, the surprising effects of Saturn's moon Enceladus on its planet, and the monumental volcanic events that reshaped Earth's tectonic landscape.Life on Mars: A New PerspectiveRecent findings suggest that non-biological processes cannot fully explain the organic compounds found in Martian regolith samples collected by NASA's Curiosity rover. Published in the journal Astrobiology, the study indicates that life may have contributed to some of these compounds, challenging previous assumptions. The research involved evaluating potential non-biological sources and concluded that the abundance of organics on Mars could hint at past life, sparking renewed interest in the Red Planet's potential habitability.Enceladus' Electromagnetic InfluenceA fascinating study reveals that Saturn's icy moon Enceladus trails a wake of electromagnetic ripples extending over half a million kilometers, significantly influencing its giant host planet. Data from NASA's Cassini mission demonstrated how Enceladus' geysers contribute to energy and momentum circulation within Saturn's magnetic environment, marking a crucial discovery about the moon's role in the Saturnian system.Earth's Volcanic HistoryNew research highlights how Earth's largest volcanic event, associated with the Ontong Java Plateau, dramatically altered a major tectonic plate. The findings suggest that extensive volcanic activity led to significant physiochemical modifications within the oceanic plate, enhancing our understanding of plate formation processes and the environmental impacts of such massive eruptions.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesAstrobiology, Geophysical Research Space Physics, Geophysical Research LettersBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.

Natalia Ball, global chief growth officer at Mars Pet Nutrition joins The Big Impression podcast to talk about how Pedigree transformed a local Brazilian insight into a global business story. She also shares why she is now focused on the next frontier of growth: Connected commerce and making sure brands show up when AI agents, not just people, are making purchasing decisions.  Episode TranscriptPlease note, this transcript  may contain minor inconsistencies compared to the episode audio. Damian Fowler (00:00):I'm Damian Fowler.Ilyse Liffreing (00:01):And I'm Ilyse Liffreing.Damian Fowler (00:02):And welcome to The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (00:09):This week we're joined by Natalia Ball Global Chief Growth Officer at Mars Pet Nutrition home to brands like Pedigree and Sheba.Damian Fowler (00:18):Last March, pedigree launched a bold, purpose-driven campaign in Brazil celebrating mixed breed dogs, especially the iconic Vela Caramelo.Ilyse Liffreing (00:27):It wasn't just a campaign, it became a movement boosting adoption and challenging long held bias.Damian Fowler (00:35):The work went on to win top honors at the 2025 cans. Lions including the titanium lionIlyse Liffreing (00:41):And its impact is still rippling across markets and media channels worldwide.Damian Fowler (00:45):So today we're unpacking what made it work with the person who helped drive it. Natalia, tell us about the Carello campaign and how you landed on the idea.Natalia Ball (00:57):Carmelos are mixed dogs that are beloved in Brazil. They are found on the streets everywhere. They are the subject of meme, street culture, and people just identify Carmelo as the Brazilian dog. However, the inside that we discover was that this dog is 90% less likely to get adopted than breed dogs. So it is the most popular dog in Brazil, but the most overlooked. And when we learned about that, we decided that we wanted to make a difference and that we wanted this dog to get the position it deserve and pedigree decided to champion the underdog and become the official brand of caramel's in Brazil.Damian Fowler (01:41):You talked about the caramel. Could you just describe a little bit more for people who don't really know the caramelo and that term Vita, where does that come from?Natalia Ball (01:52):Yes, so caramels are basically mixed breed dogs that you can find on the streets of Brazil everywhere they are called caramel because they are caramel color and that's what it is in Spanish and they tend to be that caramel color, short hair. But there are different ways that these dogs look and feel because they are mixed breeds. But like I said, they are beloved dogs in Brazil, but when it comes to getting a pet, getting a dog, they are not the ones that people are going for. They see them as street dogs, not a dog that you have in your house. And the whole campaign was about, like I said, championing these caramels, driving adoption of mixed breed dogs, not only breed dogs. And we did that by saying that if caramels were considered non breeded, pedigree was going to give them a breed and who better to give them a breath than pedigree.Ilyse Liffreing (02:48):Great. And then at what point did you connect that insight to the campaign itself?Natalia Ball (02:54):What you need to know about pedigree? Pedigree is one of the largest dog brands in the world. Pedigree feeds more dogs than any other brand, and it has been there for many years and for the past 20 years or more, pedigree has been driving adoption, encouraging people to adopt pets everywhere. We have had a lot of iconic campaigns so much which maybe you would've heard, like for example, docs on Zoom during COVID or the child replacement program, which was a very interesting one. And we were talking about adoption in Brazil, but other local brands were talking about adoption too. So we were not cutting through and it was only when this insight came to us, which was a very deeply local insight that we made the connection, if we want to drive adoption in Brazil, this is going to be the way in and we're going to make this as big as it can possibly be.(03:51):Because we, from the very beginning saw we understood this idea of the vi Lata. You mentioned it before by the way, the vi lata is how you call mixed breed dogs in Brazil. And so when we had these conversations about this insight, the injustice of this beautiful dog not getting adopted, but also the cultural impact that it would have on resilience themselves, who could see themselves related in the fact that they were being championed, we decided to go really big on this campaign and not only do just an activation, but actually we are doing this campaign. We did it all of last year and we continue activating through this year. And some of the ways in which we championed this was actually by creating a caramel kennel club by creating the first ever caramel DNA testing. And it's the largest ever DNA test done in mos in all of history, kept creating a Carmelo dog show and not only that, putting caramels for the very first time ever on our packs. So it was really a way to give them the rightful place.Ilyse Liffreing (05:01):I love how you guys just took it a step further than even just it being a campaign and you actually adopted it into your packaging and the whole bit. At what point did you realize that the campaign wasn't only just a marketing ploy and it began actually affecting culture?Natalia Ball (05:23):Yeah, I mean this campaign has really changed culture in Brazil, but it was a campaign that was deeply rooted in culture itself because Carmelos were part of Brazilian culture. But when we realized the campaign became bigger than ourselves, absolutely. When it started driving difference in adoption of Carmelos, we saw more than 200% lift of caramelo adoption just in the first month. And we saw a 65% increase in likelihood to adopt a Carmelo in the future with this campaign. And then when we started seeing other brands and other businesses even outside of the pet care category start using the Carmelo in their campaigns in their advertising, that's when we knew this had really hit culture big. An example of that was Chevrolet that actually launched a partnership with Netflix that launched a documentary about caramel, and several launched a caramel or a caramel colored car in a promotion.(06:29):Other brands like Honda or Whirlpool also feature caramels in their advertising. So we started seeing that this became much bigger than ourselves, but maybe the biggest achievement that we had with this campaign other than driving adoption itself, which was the cost at the end of the day, was the fact that we were betting on the mixed pre-doc actually not being accepted in dog shows because only breed dogs are accepted usually in dog shows. But at the end of the day, the movement became so big that after only two weeks of this campaign, the federation that actually controls the dog shows called us and said, we now want to move to accept mixed breed dogs in all of our shows. So that was a huge achievement that we never knew it would be possible.Damian Fowler (07:18):What's really interesting to me about this campaign is the way you focused on one region, one country, one market, but obviously you're a global brand. So how does that connection to the local end up escalating? So it became this global campaign.Natalia Ball (07:35):Like I said, adoption is a huge cost for us, and we have been very consistently on pedigree, driving adoption for a long time. So we have an evergreen brief that goes out to all of our agencies on adoption, and in my case in particular, I am a strong believer in creative excellence as a driver for growth. And so I put a creative excellence program in place that included building capabilities on creative excellence, but also creating a creative council where the best ideas could come faster to the marketing leadership of Mars Pet Nutrition so that we could move at speed, but also we could fund the better ideas. And in this creative council DL map team, Al Map VO, who are the agency that came up with this idea presented Carmelo. And from the very beginning, me and the whole leadership team fell in love with it, and so we decided to fund it.(08:31):We decided to go big and to give it our full support. We knew it had the potential to drive the business and change culture, and I think in this case, the important thing about the campaign, obviously it did a lot of good. So it's a purposeful campaign and pedigree is a purposeful brand, but it was not only about the purpose, it was also about driving business results. Through the campaign in the first couple of months, we were able to grow 15% and through all of last year, we moved to grow volume and value by double digits. So the campaign really did the job about turning around the pedigree brand and delivering results not only on the cost but also on the business.Ilyse Liffreing (09:11):That's great. And you're doing something right when all the other brands out there are copying you guys suddenly in pop culture and everything like that. I'm very curious about as the campaign evolved, obviously it started out from a social aspect, but as it evolved, how did you decide what other channels to bring it into? What other channels did you try out in this process?Natalia Ball (09:42):Yes. Actually this campaign started as social first and we then boosted with media. The way it started is we partner with local influencer called Tata Vernick. She loves caramels and she herself has adopted caramels. And we asked her to register her caramel in a dog show because we knew that her caramel was going to get rejected, which it did. And so she posted on her Instagram that had 60 million followers that she was outraged that her beautiful and smart caramelo could not be accepted in a dog show. This went viral immediately in Brazil and everybody was outraged. This went on the evening news, the morning shows everywhere, and we waited for it to gain enough fire for us to step in. So actually we were planning that this was going to take a couple of days, but at the end we had to act after only 10 hours because this became so big so quickly.(10:41):And we step in and we said, you know what, Tata, don't worry. Pedigrees got you. We're going to give all caramels a breed. And we launched the campaign with our beautiful campaign video that talks about our program of giving them a DNA test, giving them a show, giving them a kennel club and giving them everything that breed dogs have. And then after that, we use that video and we boost the message. The video went viral as well, but we boost the message, for example, with connected TV as well as Prime and Disney, et cetera. So in order to make sure that everybody had listened to it, but it was truly an omni-channel approach because we use a lot of offline tools like for example, the dog show itself that we created or the adoption drive that we had later on where we were invited people to adopt caramels and then online tools like Instagram or Connected TV or Disney, et cetera.Damian Fowler (11:38):You suggested that the kind of timeline got really sped up really fast. So this thing you had to act very quickly. At what point did you realize you had a hit on your hands in a way, and how quickly did it escape the local context and became this bigger campaign that everyone looked at?Natalia Ball (12:01):Yeah, this exceeded all of our expectations. So we knew that it was going to get picked up, but like I said, we were not expecting for this to become so big so fast. And the fact that it appeared in all of the big shows, evening news, morning shows, et cetera, it appeared as well on national media, on print Everywhere meant that we needed to step in faster, but we were fully prepared for that. So that didn't represent the challenge. It was more of an opportunity. And then the other thing that really surprised us was that the largest dog association reached out to us after only 24 hours to partner to see how mixed beat dogs could then be allowed to compete. We were not expecting this. We were expecting actually that to be attention point that we were going to leverage in our campaign, and this became so big that they just couldn't ignore it. So it was a big win just from the very beginning.Damian Fowler (12:57):Wow.Natalia Ball (12:57):Now one of the things that we're seeing is even though this was very, very local, as we have started sharing this work across many other places in the world, we have realized that the insight actually exists in many other markets. For example, in Chile they have a dog called the Quilter, which is the equivalent of the caramel. We have them in Philippines, we have them all over the world. So this insight can travel. The way to activate might be different because you need to localize to the nuance, but we are very excited about the potential of drive more inclusion of these dogs with these campaigns, but also for pedigree to stand stronger in culture.Ilyse Liffreing (13:36):I love that. As a dog owner, myself and owner of a mutt, I'm glad they're getting their time in the spotlight a little bit more around the world. Generally, I feel like post COVID in the marketing world today, some brands have actually moved away from purpose-driven marketing a little bit, but this is a really good example of it done right. What would you say this campaign proved or maybe disproved about purpose-led marketing?Natalia Ball (14:04):I am a strong believer of purposeful brands actually growing stronger, but it only works when it's aligned truly and authentically to the reason for the brand to exist. Pedigree itself, the purpose of the brand is we believe that dogs bring out the best in us, and pedigree wants to bring out the best in dogs. So the purpose of pedigree is pedigree brings out the good dogs bring to the world to do that. We obviously do that with our great nutrition, but we do that by putting dogs in houses so that they can bring out the best in people. That's what we do because we strongly believe that dogs make us better. So that's why we have been driving adoption for more than 20 years. And when you really make this part of your core DNA and it's authentically linked to the brand, that's when it really works.Damian Fowler (14:56):And one of the proof points of that is the awards that you scooped up last year. Can you tell us a little bit more about how that happened? And that must have happened quickly because the campaign rolled out in March, 2025 by June, you're already in the spotlight.Natalia Ball (15:13):Yes. So this campaign was picked up for a lot of awards at Cannes last year. We won the Rainbow, silver, gold and Titanium. The titanium we are very excited about because it's Mars Inc. First ever titanium. So we are really proud of that, and it's also an award that rewards transformation in the creative industry, and we believe this idea was transformational. We're also proud of, I mean, we've got the many other awards, but the other one that we're really proud of is that we got the Grand Phy in the latam phy and in the Brazil phy, which shows that this was not only a creative idea that was very strong, but also a very effective idea in driving the business. So you can achieve both. You can do good in the world, you can drive the business and you can be creative actually. So it's three.Damian Fowler (16:03):Yeah, that's great. I love that trifecta. What happens to the titanium award?Natalia Ball (16:09):Well, I have it right hereIlyse Liffreing (16:10):With me.Damian Fowler (16:12):NoIlyse Liffreing (16:12):Way. Very nice. Beautiful here. It's beautiful.Damian Fowler (16:16):Beautiful. Well, congrats again. So from that, obviously momentum has come on. We've talked a little bit about how it influenced other brands, but in terms of the campaign continuing, what's next? How are you thinking about expanding this?Natalia Ball (16:33):In Brazil itself? We want to stay committed to this idea. We don't want to do one and go, and we are working, we continue activating the campaign through all of our channels. We continue doing adoption drives. For example, very recently we released the results from the DNA research that we did. So we find ways to keep this relevant. But now I think the next stage is to move on from not only caramels but all mixed breed dogs. Because with this campaign, the sentiment has been extremely positive. We got 99% positive sentiment. The only 1% negative comments was what about the other mixed breed dogs? They also deserve to be adopted. They also deserve recognition. So I think that's probably where we're taking it next in Brazil and then outside of Brazil, we are working on, like I said, these inside travels very well, but we're working on how to localize it in a world that feels authentic for the specific markets. I can't share anymore. Stay tuned, because some interesting things are coming soon.Ilyse Liffreing (17:44):And it sounds like that theme is going to keep going with this idea of all putting mutts in the spotlights from now on too.Natalia Ball (17:54):Exactly, yes. This is about inclusion. At the end of the day, our hope is that mutts are shown everywhere. We also love breed dogs. They're great. All dogs deserve to be feature everywhere. So our hope is that this campaign will drive inclusion, inclusion in advertising, inclusion in homes, inclusion everywhere.Damian Fowler (18:16):Another thought I had actually is when you were filming this campaign, did you have any standout caramelo stars?Natalia Ball (18:22):Actually, actually, I think our biggest star was Patas Caramel, which we then did a lot of things with her, I think. I mean, I don't record very well, but I think it was Mia, her name, but we did a lot with her in our activation. She was present when we did the dog show, et cetera. So I think that was our biggest star.Ilyse Liffreing (18:43):Oh, that's great. It can't always be that easy to shoot with dogs though, even if they're very well-trained, I imagine it's still a different world than human actors. So Natalia, what problem are you most obsessed with solving right now?Natalia Ball (18:59):I am right now obsessed with agentic commerce and agentic search and winning the race to thatIlyse Liffreing (19:08):BecauseNatalia Ball (19:09):I'm really concerned that in only a couple of years, if we are not winning, we will completely disappear the way all decisions are going to be made. So together with my team, we're trying to figure out how do we stay ahead of that race and how do we crack it pretty soon, so we're ready future.Ilyse Liffreing (19:26):Wow. And just to press you a little bit more on that, so you're talking about probably using agents on your website directly.Natalia Ball (19:35):It's about we are very good about marketing to people. We have cracked the code on how do we talk to people. We have the best insights in pet care, so we know how to create compelling stories that humans will listen to, but we need to crack how to market to agents, how to market to the machine because they are going to be making a lot of decisions for us in the future, in the very near future. And that's what we're working on.Damian Fowler (20:05):You're talking about media buying specifically on the creative side of itNatalia Ball (20:12):Or the LLM. This is about how do you make your brands show up in searches that are being done on ai? This is how do you make your brands be the ones that get recommended to be bought? So for example, when you're on Cha G PT and you're asking Cha G pt, I got a new puppy, what brands should I buy for my puppy? We want our brands to be the first ones to be recommended if you are going to buy a gift, anything like that, we want our brands to show up and we want our brands to show up in good light. And so that's what we're trying to figure out and to win. There is a combination of how do you have the right content in the right places? How do you get the right third parties to talk about you in the right way? What are the media channels where you need to show up? How do you optimize your search? So it is a very complex way. We need to crack the algorithm basically.Damian Fowler (21:12):On that point, how do you ensure your marketing teams have the right capabilities for success?Natalia Ball (21:19):Well, that's a big priority for me as CGO is one of my main jobs is to make sure that we're building capabilities for today and for the future. So in my team, we have a strong capabilities program where each and every one of the people on my team owns a capability and owns making sure that we get best in class content training and as well as the tools, because it's not only the knowledge, it's also the tools in order to do that. But the reality is that none of this works unless you are creating a culture of curiosity. And I really want to instill that in myself and in my teams because the industry is changing so fast. The minute you think you have cracked something, there is a new challenge. And the only way to stay fresh, the only way to stay in line with what's happening is to be curious. Whenever you don't know anything, go and ask someone who knows, go and ask questions like really try to learn instead of fearing the change, be curious about the change, and that's the way that we will build future proof capabilities.Ilyse Liffreing (22:22):Beyond ai, how do you see the role of connected commerce in the pet industry? Are there any other channels, for instance, that you're testing out? I'm thinking of are you testing shopping ads on CTV or any of that?Natalia Ball (22:40):Connected commerce is extremely important for us in pet care. The reason for that is because this category is one of the highest engagement categories that there are out there. People are making decisions for living beings, and they need to do deep research in order to make those decisions because they have real consequences. And so people are very engaged in reading through rating and reviews, and connected commerce gives us an opportunity to connect better with pet parents in those moments that matter most. We also, when it comes to pet care, a lot of our products come in huge bags that are hard to carry. So actually the fact that the convenience of those bags getting delivered at home make so that digital commerce becomes really important in our category. And so what we're trying to is to really help consumers navigate the pet parent journey and moving from content to commerce in a seamless way so that they can make the best decisions for their pets and that we are helping them along the journey to make those decisions.Damian Fowler (23:46):Okay, here's another, what's one marketing rule? This campaign, the Caramelo campaign happily ignored.Natalia Ball (23:52):The one rule that we happily ignore is about keeping your distinctive memory structures consistent because pedigree has always had a golden retriever on its pack. But with the Caramel campaign, we thought that it would be hypocritical of us to feature a breed dog while we were championing a mixed breed dog. So for the first time ever in history, we changed our pack and we feature a caramel, and this made the news again. And this was a huge bold move that we made and that made the campaign even more authentic and more powerful.Ilyse Liffreing (24:28):Now we have a fun one for you. Personal one really. Are dogs better than cats when it comes to brand lift?Natalia Ball (24:36):Oh, when it comes to brand lift, well, actually both are great for brand Lift. We actually have studies that show that when you feature cats or dogs in advertising, attention significantly increases emotional connection, significantly increases. This is why you see a lot of brands that are not in the pet care space featuring cats and dogs. They are both fantastic. Cats are more powerful in meme culture, as you probably know. They are huge in meme culture. And then dogs are some of the biggest stars in social media today. Some of the biggest accounts on social media are dogs accounts. So we are lucky that we get to work in this beautiful category because people want to see dogs and cats. I myself have a dog. My dog's name is Bella. She's been with us for three years and she's great. But the more I work in this category, the more I'm falling in love with cats as well because they are so particular and so unique. So yeah, both are fantastic.Damian Fowler (25:45):And that's it for this edition of The Big Impression.Ilyse Liffreing (25:47):This show is produced by Molten Hart. Our theme is by love and caliber, and our associate producer is Sydney Cairns.Damian Fowler (25:54):And remember,Natalia Ball (25:55):You can do good in the world, you can drive the business, and you can be creative.Damian Fowler (26:00):I'm Damian.Ilyse Liffreing (26:01):and I'm IlyseDamian Fowler (26:01):And we'll see you next time.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cosmic news Welcome to The Lunar Lounge Podcast, your go-to source for all things astrology! Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of planetary alignments and configurations. In this week's episode, we unravel the celestial events set to unfold through the month February 2026. Venus enters Pisces, Venus trine Jupiter, Mercury trine Jupiter, Mars square Uranus, Mercury goes retrograde, New Moon eclipse in Aquarius. Tarot card of the week (Knight of Cups), and so much more, we've got you covered. Tune in to gain valuable insights and knowledge about these cosmic occurrences. Be sure to catch the live lunar Lounge podcast every Wednesday at 12:30pm UK time. To join live, participate and subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLunarLoungePodcast Or on Instagram: https://www.threads.net/@sacredplanets?xmt=AQGzJ3i-db3-Ztc15vrxWemK2mAcDO9apLC_flO6U-5n9IU You could also catch it on all podcast platforms, such as Apple podcast, Spotify, Amazon music, Google podcast, and many more at https://rss.com/podcasts/thelunarloungepodcast

Wild Thing is re-releasing its bonus interviews! Sarah Stewart Johnson is a planetary scientist who has worked on several Mars missions and is also the author of Sirens of Mars. She talks to us about the latest mission to the Red Planet—the Perseverance rover—and why our closest neighbor holds such fascination for Earthlings.

This week, we welcome Nic Cage back into our lives with an atheist review of The Carpenter's Son. It's a movie so nakedly blasphemous and divorced from its source material that we very nearly got upset on Christianity's behalf.To see us live in San Francisco, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/god-awful-movies-live-in-san-francisco-california-tickets-1976632374642If you'd like to make a per episode donation and get monthly bonus episodes, please check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/godawfulCheck out our other shows, The Scathing Atheist, The Skepticrat, Citation Needed, and D&D Minus.Our theme music is written and performed by Ryan Slotnick of Evil Giraffes on Mars. If you'd like to hear more, check out their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMars/Report instances of harassment or abuse connected to this show to the Creator Accountability Network here: https://creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org/

Chile's Atacama Desert is one of the driest places on earth – often likened to Mars. It is also home to piles of dumped clothes from fast fashion labels across the world. Because it is so dry nothing decomposes. And that means that clothes ditched 10 to 20 years ago still look recognisable. Sometimes the mountains of clothes are burnt causing toxic fumes which harm the local community of Alto Hospicio. This environmental crisis has been going on for years. It is a complex situation with multiple players involved. But different groups are starting to take action. Jane Chambers travels to the Atacama Desert to meet activists and locals trying to raise awareness. An enormous giant – El Gigante Vestido – is being created in the desert out of used clothes to get people talking. This episode of The Documentary comes to you from Assignment, investigations and journeys into the heart of global events.

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, Eric is out and Gary flies solo as he "flies to Mars"..or at least explains the science behind why we will never land on Mars and live to tell about it. Also Marco Rubio won't run against JD Vance, CNN's Scott Jennings praises Rubio at the Munich Security Conference, the curling competition at the Olympics with audio from NBA great Patrick Ewing and Alberta rallies behind President Trump on their independence. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They built a machine to handle chores, not to wait by the door or feel the sting of being left behind. When affection stops being programmable, someone has to decide whether turning it off is an act of mercy or something far worse. Helen O'Loy by Lester Del Rey. That's next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.One week from today we celebrate the 4th Anniversary of The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast. This is episode 493 and our 500th episode arrives on our Anniversary. So that's 7 stories in the next 7 days.Today's story is recognized as one of the best science fiction stories during the Golden Age of Sci-Fi. You'll understand in a few minutes. It has been republished almost 100 times in various publications over the last nine decades. Helen O'Loy was chosen in 1970 by the Science Fiction Writers of America as one of the finest science-fiction short stories published before the establishment of the Nebula Awards, earning it a place in The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume One, 1929–1964.The story was also a finalist for the 1939 Retro Hugo Award for Best Short Story, where it placed second behind How We Went to Mars by Arthur C. Clarke.What makes its success even more remarkable is that it was only the second story by Lester del Rey ever to be published.From Astounding Science Fiction in December 1938 on page 118, Helen O'Loy by Lester Del Rey…Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, Three men realize their ship will never slow down, and the silence between them grows more dangerous than empty space. When a final option appears, it forces them to decide what kind of survival they are actually asking for. Death Wish by Robert Sheckley.===========================☕ Buy Me a Coffee - https://lostscifi.com/coffee