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Woman arrested for disrespecting the national anthem at karaoke night. Scientists created tomatoes that smell just like popcorn. Government hotline gives callers English with a Spanish accent instead of Spanish language option.Weird AF News is the only daily weird news podcast in the world. Weird news 5 days/week and on Friday it's only Floridaman. SUPPORT by joining the Weird AF News Patreon http://patreon.com/weirdafnews - OR buy Jonesy a coffee at http://buymeacoffee.com/funnyjones Buy MERCH: https://weirdafnews.merchmake.com/ - Check out the official website https://WeirdAFnews.com and FOLLOW host Jonesy at http://instagram.com/funnyjones - wants Jonesy to come perform standup comedy in your city? Fill out the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvYbm8Wgz3Oc2KSDg0-C6EtSlx369bvi7xdUpx_7UNGA_fIw/viewform

Springtime brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and animals returning after winter. As days grow longer, sunlight signals plants to grow and animals to become active again. Trees grow new leaves, insects emerge, and many animals begin raising their young. Scientists study spring to understand how temperature, sunlight, and weather patterns affect living things. Spring shows how nature wakes up after winter and begins a new cycle of growth and life.

DRAMA! Bird drama! Here are some further-reading links if you want to verify that I’m not vilifying anyone: Buff-breasted Buttonquail: An image claimed to be of this species revealed Buff-breasted Buttonquail: Smoke & Mirrors A review of specimens of Buff-breasted Button-quail Turnix olivii suggests serious concern for its conservation outlook A painted button quail: Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. Back in episode 136 we talked about the button quail, because that episode was about tiny animals and the button quail is really tiny. But let's revisit the button quail this month, because we have a mystery associated with a particular species of button quail. Button quails generally live in grasslands and are actually more closely related to shore and ocean birds like sandpipers and gulls than to actual quails, but it's not very closely related to any other living birds. It can fly but it mostly doesn't. Instead it depends on its coloring to hide it in the grass where it lives. It's mostly brown with darker and lighter speckled markings, relatively large feet, and a short little tail. It eats seeds and insects along with other small invertebrates. The button quail is especially interesting because the female is more brightly colored than the male, although not by much. In some species the female may have bright white markings, while in others her speckled markings are crisper than the males. The female is the one who calls to attract a male and who defends her territory from other females. The female even has a special bulb in her throat that she can inflate to make a loud booming call. The male incubates the eggs and takes care of the chicks when they hatch. Baby button quails are fuzzy and active like domestic chicken babies but they're only about the size of a bumblebee. In many species, as soon as the female has laid her eggs, she leaves them and the male and goes on to attract another male for her next clutch of eggs. The various species of button quail live in different areas, including Africa, Asia, and Australia. The species we're talking about today is the buff-breasted button quail, which is native to one small area of Queensland, Australia. It grows about 9 inches long, or 23 cm, which is big for a button quail, most of which are closer to the size of sparrows, and it's reddish-brown with darker and lighter speckles. It's critically endangered due to habitat loss and introduced animals like cats and cattle. There are only an estimated 50 individuals alive today. But that's only an estimate, because no one has actually for sure seen a buff-breasted button quail since 1922. Also, I'm going to call it the BBBQ from now on because that name is hard to say. The 1922 specimen was shot by a naturalist who was collecting specimens for a museum, which was regrettably common at the time and led to a lot of endangered species being driven to extinction. The bird was already rare in 1922 and that was the last anyone saw of it until 1985, when someone reported seeing one. People flocked to the area in hopes of spotting it, but while there were lots of sightings, no one got a good picture of a BBBQ. All the pictures, and all the recordings of its calls, turned out to be of another species of button quail, a very similar bird called the painted button quail. It's been 100 years since the bird was last seen, so while we have lots of museum specimens, we don't have any modern sightings. That means two things. Either the buff-breasted button quail is probably extinct…or it never actually existed in the first place. There are two other species of button quail that live in the same areas where the BBBQ is found, the painted button quail and the brown quail. They're smaller but otherwise look very similar, especially the painted button quail. Maybe people were mistaking larger individuals of painted button quails as a different species. In 2018, a team of scientists from the University of Queensland conducted a search for the BBBQ. All they found were painted button quails. But they discovered something surprising that had never been documented before. During the breeding season, the female painted button quail's feathers are much more reddish-brown, while the rest of the year the feathers on her back are more gray-brown. The team also studied as many BBBQ skins as they could track down from museums, where they learned something else surprising. It turns out that it's not any larger than the painted button quail, which grows up to 8 inches long, or 20 cm. So the birds are the same size and during part of the year, they have almost identical plumage. Hmm. That doesn't mean the buff-breasted button quail never existed. One very distinctive difference between the painted and the buff-breasted species is eye color, with the former having red eyes and the latter having yellow. As far as I know a genetic study hasn't been carried out on the museum specimens, but it's likely that at least some of the specimens—maybe all of them—really are BBBQs. Scientists and bird enthusiasts are still looking for the bird, and that has led to a strange controversy. In early 2022, a naturalist named John Young published a photo on Facebook of what he said was a male buff-breasted button quail on a nest, a photo taken by a camera trap in a secret location. The location had to be secret so that no one would try to find the birds and scare them away or damage a nest. Young said he had 16 other photos of BBBQs but wasn't going to share them until he was ready to publish his findings. He was also raising money to continue his studies at the site. Another naturalist thought there was something fishy about the photo. He discovered that the picture is actually a cropped and flipped photo of a painted button quail bird and nest reportedly taken at a different site—published in 2018 by John Young himself and labeled by him as a painted button quail. Young had reused one of his own photos and assumed no one would notice. But it gets worse. Back in 2013, Young got photographs of another extremely rare Australian bird, the night parrot. One day we'll have an episode about it. It was such a big deal that he was offered a job by the Australian Wildlife Conservancy, or AWC, to study the night parrot and the buff-breasted button quail. He documented sightings and produced photos of both birds, but he didn't stay in that job too long. That's because some people started getting suspicious of his parrot photos. After an inquiry into the night parrot photos, the AWC concluded that the eggs in a photo of a night parrot nest were probably fake. And Young's dubious photos go back even farther. In 2006 he claimed to have discovered a new species of parrot in Queensland, but while initially the Queensland government supported learning about the new species, it withdrew its support when the photo turned out to be…suspicious. It looked like Young had altered the coloration of a bird to make it look like a new species. When an expert requested the original photographs, Young said he'd deleted them. More recently, the 2018 painted button quail photo and the supposed 2022 BBBQ photo were examined by a forensic photography expert. Young had removed the metadata from both so no one could tell where they were taken, but there's a little white stone in both pictures that's identical, along with many other identical details. The problem with fake sightings and photographs is that it's actually making things worse for the buff-breasted button quail. The AWC and other conservation groups are trying to get the bird listed as endangered, which means funding for research and conservation. Now all that is in jeopardy because it's not clear if there have actually been any sightings of the bird at all. Hopefully the buff-breasted button quail is still around and someone will get genuine photos of it soon so it can be protected and studied. That's assuming it's a real bird in the first place. Thanks for your support, and thanks for listening!

What if the secret to living longer wasn't locked in a lab, but hiding in plain sight? And what could lobsters possibly teach us about staying young?Scientists have discovered a remarkable connection between an ancient practice and our cellular aging process - one that celebrities and longevity researchers are quietly using to their advantage. It involves an enzyme in your body that most people don't even know exists, yet it plays a crucial role in how fast (or slow) you age.The twist? You can activate it in just 10 minutes a day, no prescription required.Curious about the biological "switch" that might help you turn back your cellular clock? The answer might surprise you...Thank you to our sponsors! -AirDoctor | Go to https://airdoctorpro.com/daveasprey and save up to $300 on Air Purifiers.-Vibrant Blue Oils | Grab a full-size bottle for over 50% off at https://vibrantblueoils.com/daveResources: • Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com 0:00 – Introduction0:46 – Lobsters and Human Longevity Connection1:14 – Understanding Telomeres and Aging2:26 – How Lobsters Defy Aging3:32 – Rethinking Aging Biology4:53 – The Telomerase Challenge6:43 – Natural Ways to Protect Telomeres9:33 – Meditation's Role in Anti-Aging11:04 – Different Meditation Techniques13:19 – Benefits and Long-Term EffectsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Michele Dougherty is President of the Institute of Physics and Professor of Space Physics at Imperial College London. She was appointed Astronomer Royal last year – the first woman to hold the post in its 350-year history.She was brought up in Durban in South Africa and studied for a Bachelor of Science degree in applied maths at Natal University. After completing a Master's and PhD she took up a fellowship at the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy in Germany where she investigated solar wind and galactic wind outflows.In 1991 she joined Imperial College London where she helped devise a magnetic field model for the Ulysses mission. In 1997 she became principal investigator for the magnetometer instrument on board the Cassini probe which was sent to study Saturn and its system.She is currently lead investigator for the J-MAG magnetometer instrument on the European Space Agency's JUICE mission (Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer) which launched in 2023. It will reach Jupiter in 2031 and spend at least three years observing the planet and three of its largest moons, Ganymede, Callisto and Europa.Michele was appointed CBE in the 2018 New Years Honours List for services to UK Physical Science Research.DISC ONE: Puccini: Turandot, Act III: Nessun dorma! Performed by Luciano Pavarotti (tenor), John Alldis Choir, Wandsworth School Boys Choir and London Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Zubin Mehta DISC TWO: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. Adagio. Composed by Elgar. Performed by Jacqueline du Pré (cello) and London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sir John Barbirolli DISC THREE: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: III. Moderato. Composed by Tchaikovsky. Performed by Frank Peters Zimmerman (violin), and Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Lorin Maazel DISC FOUR: We Three Kings of Orient Are - Robert Shaw Chamber Singers DISC FIVE: Dancing Queen - ABBA DISC SIX: Dance With My Father - Luther Vandross DISC SEVEN: Franck: Panis Angelicus. Performed by Dame Kiri Te Kanawa (soprano), English Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Barry Rose DISC EIGHT: Pie Jesu (From Requiem) Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Performed by Malakai Bayoh, Schola Cantorum of the Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School and London Mozart Players, directed by Scott Price BOOK CHOICE: The Lord of The Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien LUXURY ITEM: An assortment of wine CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. Adagio. Composed by Elgar. Performed by Jacqueline du Pré (cello) and London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sir John Barbirolli Presenter: Lauren Laverne Producer: Paula McGinleyDesert Island Discs has cast many space experts away to the island over the years including NASA's Dr Nicola Fox, the astronomer Carl Sagan and the astronauts Tim Peake and Chris Hadfield. You can hear their programmes if you search through BBC Sounds or our own Desert Island Discs website.

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Dr. Al Grauer hosts. Dr. Albert D. Grauer ( @Nmcanopus ) is an observational asteroid hunting astronomer. Dr. Grauer retired from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2006. travelersinthenight.org From July & August 2025. Today's 2 topics: - After the Earth the Sun is the most important object for human beings in the Universe.  It is the energy source which produces our food and is the source for all of the energy and motion around us except for geothermal and nuclear energy sources. The Sun is normally well behaved the exception being solar storms which can dump incredible amounts of energy onto the Earth. Scientists are working hard to understand solar super storms to enable humans to mitigate the trillions of dollars damage one could cause to our modern electronic technology.   - The US National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope is the worlds largest solar telescope. It is perched 10,000 feet  above sea level on the top of Haleakalā on the Hawaiian island Maui.   Its location and 4 meter mirror enables the Inouye to see details in the solar atmosphere as small in diameter as the island of Manhattan. 3D maps of the solar atmosphere produced by the Inouye's new Visible Tunable Filter will enable humans to put their equipment into a safe mode when necessary.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Scientists have long thought that new species took a very long time to emerge. This thinking has now changed dramatically. On an island in the Galápagos, researchers Rosemary and Peter Grant discovered that a hybrid union of two distinct species of finch produced descendants different from any of the island's known species — and the speciation happened in just two generations.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This weeks show starts off with classics from Horace Andy, The Paragons & Papa Tullo, The Mighty Diamonds, Hugh Mundell with The Roots Radics and Scientist, Badoo & Ranking Toyan, Willi Williams, Carlton Manning, West Molites, The Wailing Souls, Culture, The Itals, Glen Judah, Don Carlos, VC, and Cornell Campbell. New Music this week comes from Prince Alla, Jah Version, Max Romeo & OBF, Gregory Isaacs, Skarra Mucci, King Stanley & Krone, Double Tiger with Sly & Robbie, Reign Africa, Tracy Mowet, Dre Z Melody & The Irie Sounds Band, Quan Nelson, T. Natty, Micah Shemaiah, Ruckus, Perfect Giddimani, KickRaux & Yaksta, Zion Head, Xana Romeo, YT, and Wends with Escape Roots. Also this week we ride the new Zion I Kings Fruits Ripe Riddim featuring Jesse Royal, Irie Souljah  and G Whizz, and Micah Shemaiah with Pressure Busspipe. We also pay tribute to the Iconic Jamaican Reggae Producer Phil Prat who passed away last week with selections from Dennis Brown, Pat Kelly, Ken Boothe, Big Youth, Bobby Kalphat, Junior Brown, and Ronnie Davis. Enjoy!  Horace Andy - Do You Love My Music - In The Light/In The Light Dub - Blood & Fire The Paragons - A Place Called Zion - Rub A Dub Revolution - Pressure Sounds Papa Tullo - Part 2 - Rub A Dub Revolution - Pressure Sounds Mighty Diamonds - Make Haste - African Museum Hugh Mundell w/The Roots Radics & Scientist - Rasta Have The Handle/Dangerous Match Two - Junjo Presents: Wins The World Cup - Greensleeves Dr. Dubwiser - Babylon - Dub War: George Palmer Vs. Dr. Dubwiser - Time To Roots Records Dennis Brown - Let Love In - Burning Rockers: The 12” Mixes - Burning Sounds Pat Kelly & The Phil Pratt All Stars - Talk About Love/Talk About Love Version - Sun Shot Badoo & Ranking Toyan - Rocking Of The Five Thousand - Fatman 10” Willi Williams & Yabby You - Daughters Of Zion - Unification: From Channel One To King Tubby's - Shanachie Carlton Manning - Better Days - Quality Records /Jah Fingers 7” West Molites - I See A Sign - Big Dread 7” Wailing Souls - Bandits Taking Over - Fire House Rock - Greensleeves The Itals - What An Agony - Cool & Dread - Nighthawk Records Culture - The International Herb - The International Herb - Virgin Glen Judah - Mr. Collie Man/Mr. Collie Man Version - Roots Vibration 7” Ken Boothe - Artibella - Silver & Gold: The Sunshot Records Collection - 1969-1971 - Doctor Bird Big Youth - Keep Your Dread - Natty Universal Dread 1973-1979 - Blood & Fire Phil Pratt & The Revolutionaries - Natty Culture - Dial M For Murder: In Dub Style - Pressure Sounds Dennis Brown & Soul Syndicate - What About The Half/What About The Half Version - Silver & Gold: The Sunshot Records Collection - 1969-1971 - Doctor Bird Don Carlos - Black History - Live & Learn Prince Alla & The Dub Wizards Band - Drift Away/Drift Away Dub - Time To Roots Records Cornell Campbell - Two Face Rasta - I Shall Not Remove 1975-1980 - Blood & Fire Taiwan MC - Mr. Babylon - Special Request - Chinese Man Records Jah Version - Gather Round - Evidence Music Max Romeo & OBF - Bandminded People/Bad Dub - Dub Quake Records Glen Washington - Give Jah Praise Everyday - Ruff Cutt 7” Mighty Diamonds - White Squall/White Squall Dub - Better Days - Global Beats Gregory Isaacs - Bring Love To Me - Gregory Isaacs At Stingray Records - Stingray Records VC - By His Deeds - VP Records 7” Skarra Mucci & Dub Akom - Blud - Cherry Peppa Riddim - Evidence Music King Stanley w/Krone & Ting A Ling - The Wicked Harm/The Wicked Harm Version - Ting A Ling/Evidence Music Yeza & Rorystonelove - Heavy Weight - Star Of The East - Rorystonelove Double Tiger Meets Sly & Robbie - Yearning - Easy Star Records Reign Africa - Put Your Records On - Manuka Honey Riddim - Giddimani Records Tracy Mowet - Reggae Nice Again - Stingray Records Dre Z Melodi & The Irie Sounds Band - Jamaica - Irie Sounds International  Bob Marley & The Wailers - Misty Morning - Kaya - Tuff Gong Quan Nelson & Addis Records - Draw Blood - Keys Riddim - Evidence Music T. Natty & Addis Records - Milk & Honey - Keys Riddim - Evidence Music Micah Shemaiah - When Yuh Right - Natural Is The Mystic - Jah Solid Rock Music Pablo Moses - Dubbing Is A Must Pt. 1 - The Revolutionary Years 1975-1983 - Grounded Music  Augustus Pablo & Yabby You - Pablo Dread Ina Red - The Rockers Story: The Mystic World Of Augustus Pablo - Shanachie Phil Pratt - Easy Street Special - The War Is On Dub Style - Pressure Sounds  Phil Pratt - Dial M For Murder - Dial M For Murder: In Dub Style - Pressure Sounds Bobby Kalphat & The Sunshot All Stars - Money - Kingston Shuffle: Funky Sounds & Beats From Kingston Jamaica - Pressure Sounds Bob Marley & The Wailers - Crazy Baldhead Dub - Bob Marley In Dub Vol. 1 - Tuff Gong Blackbeard - Jazzz - I-Wah Dub - More Cut Records Junior Brown - What A Disaster - Pressure Sounds Phil Pratt - Don't Watch My Size - Dial M For Murder: In Dub Style - Pressure Sounds Black Uhuru - Eye Market - Chill Out - Island Records Black Uhuru - Boof N Baff N Biff - The Dub Factor - Island Records Yabby You - Conquering Lion (Groove Corporation Remix) - Select Cuts From Blood & Fire Chapter One - Select Cuts Milton Henry & The Lone Ark Riddim Force - Rastaman Beware/Beware Dub - Branches & Leaves - A-Lone Productions Phil Pratt feat. Ronnie Davis - Strange Things - Chanan-Jah/Pressure Sounds 10” Runkus - A Believer - Easy Star Records KickRaux & Yaksta - If It's Too Heavy - KickRaux Perfect Giddimani - Red & Dread - Giddimani Records Zion Head - Fight For Our Rights - Z2diZ Music Production Jesse Royal & Zion I Kings - Give Thanks - Fruits Ripe Riddim - Zion High Productions Irie Souljah feat G Whizz & Zion I Kings - Trodding On - Fruits Ripe Riddim - Zion High Productions Micah Shemaiah feat Pressure Busspipe & Zion I Kings - Don't Mix We Up - Fruits Ripe Riddim - Zion High Productions Zion I Kings - Fruits Ripe Riddim Dub - Fruits Ripe Riddim - Zion High Productions Xana Romeo & Jallanzo - Carry On - The Divine Blueprint - Charmax Music/Xana Romeo YT & Escape Roots - Weapon Of Choice - Rootsman Riddim - Superchip Records Wends & Escape Roots - Roots Gal Party - Rootsman Riddim - Superchip Records Micah Shemaiah - Strictly Rub A Dub - Natural Is The Mystic - Jah Solid Rock Music Micah Shemaiah - Strictly Rub A Dub Dub - King Of The Dub Rock 3 - Jah Solid Rock Music

This episode explores the fascinating world of loose parts in outdoor play, focusing on natural resources like trees, seeds, and bark. Discover criteria for selecting the best loose parts, the importance of seasonality, and creative ideas for outdoor activities.loose parts, outdoor play, natural resources, forest school, foraging, play ideas, nature-based learning key topicsCriteria for selecting loose partsSeasonality and availability of resourcesCreative uses of natural materials in play Guide to Loose Parts in Outdoor PlayHow to Choose the Best Natural Loose Parts for PlayChapters00:00 Echidna's Unique Anatomy03:36 Exploring Loose Parts Play06:35 Criteria for Loose Parts09:32 The Role of Volume and Rarity12:41 Malleability and Versatility in Loose Parts15:35 Sensory Experiences with Loose Parts18:36 Accessibility and Processing of Loose Parts21:33 The Value of Foraging for Loose Parts25:00 The Value of Foraging in Outdoor Play27:38 Functions of Loose Parts in Play30:17 Exploring the Best Loose Parts for Play33:13 The Debate on Non-Native Loose Parts37:14 The Role of Bark and Heavy Loose Parts40:37 Choosing the Right Materials for Den Building42:34 Dreaming Up the Perfect Mud Kitchen48:27 The Ecological Impact of Using Loose Parts51:41 Pod Sheep.mp4 resourcesNo Such Thing As A Fish Podcast - https://www.nosuchthingasafish.com/Scientists unravel the mystery of echidna's bizarre four-headed penis - https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-00145-4Forest School Resources - https://www.forestschool.co.uk/Gum Trees and Bark Resources - https://www.britannica.com/plant/gum-treeConker Game and History - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conkers

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Headline of the Week contender #6: Sydney Water ordered to clean Malabar treatment plant where fatberg is birthing poo balls, Reviw and voting for previous nominees, Scientists have figured out why Scotch tape 'screeches' when you pull it off the roll...

In this two-part episode, we discuss incentives in science and academia. We discuss the various incentives in science, including recognition, citations, money, and the kick in the discovery.   Shownotes Cole, S., & Cole, J. R. (1967). Scientific output and recognition: a study in the operation of the reward system in science. American Sociological Review, 377–390. Crane, D. (1965). Scientists at major and minor universities: A study of productivity and recognition. American Sociological Review, 699–714. Merton, R. K. (1963). Resistance to the systematic study of multiple discoveries in science. European Journal of Sociology/Archives Européennes de Sociologie, 4(2), 237–282. Stephan, P. (2015). How economics shapes science. Harvard University Press. Tal Yarkoni - No, it's not The Incentives—it's you Tom Leher - Lobachevsky (1953)  

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Dr. Jordan Glenn found something incredible when his company tested supplements They purchased 44 top-selling supplements.

Your eye is a miraculous system of individual parts, all of which work together to provide vision. Light must be collected, focused, interpreted and then translated into signals that are sent to the brain, where the information is further processed and turned into the images we see. For as much as we know, modern science still isn't quite sure how the whole system works.Scientists would like to learn just how vision works so they can build robots that can see. Some experimental robots have been built that can see after a fashion, but even the common housefly can see better than the best machines made by science. Scientists are now studying the fly's eye in order to learn more about how vision works.The fly's eye, with its 3,000 lenses, is remarkably complex and similar to the human eye. There's no sign of evolution here. Even the fly's nervous system, which is essential in translating sight, is highly complex. Each of the fly's 3,000 lenses collects light into a tubular structure. This structure contains eight light‑sensitive cells. These cells process the light and turn it into electrical signals that then go to the fly's brain.It's easy for people to say that there is no Creator. But as soon as they begin to study any living system, they are quickly humbled and eager to learn from it. That in itself is an excellent argument for the existence of the Creator.Proverbs 1:29-31"For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the Lord: They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof. Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices."Prayer: Dear Father, I thank You that even when man denies You, You have the last word. Help me to see those actions in my life which deny You as Creator and Jesus Christ as my Savior, and with Your help, make a better confession. In His Name. Amen.REF.: Spice, Byron. Scientific vision. Albuquerque Journal. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29?v=20251111

A former housekeeper at Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico estate, Zorro Ranch, claimed that Prince Andrew stayed at the property in the early 2000s as a guest of Jeffrey Epstein. According to the housekeeper, a young woman described as a neurosurgeon spent several days with Andrew during his visit. The account alleges that Epstein arranged for her to accompany the prince and that she prepared herbal tea intended to increase arousal while he was at the ranch.The account further alleges that the woman prepared special herbal tea intended to enhance arousal and that Epstein personally oversaw arrangements for Andrew's stay. Zorro Ranch, depicted as one of Epstein's most remote and tightly controlled properties, is described as a location where high-profile guests were hosted away from public scrutiny. These claims are framed within the broader controversy surrounding Andrew's association with Epstein, adding another alleged episode involving one of Epstein's residences and a prominent visitor during the years before Epstein's arrest.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Howie and Harlan are joined by Yale economist Janet Currie to discuss how early-life investments in health, education, and environmental protection shape children's lifelong well-being and economic opportunity. Harlan highlights a new Medicare payment model that would reward measurable improvements in chronic disease outcomes; Howie reflects on the spread of medical misinformation and a new effort to push back. Show notes: The ACCESS Payment Model CMS: ACCESS (Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions) Model "ACCESS: What this new payment model means for physicians and patients" "FDA Launches TEMPO: A First-of-Its-Kind Digital Health Pilot to Expand Access to Chronic Disease Technologies" Janet Currie "Welcoming Janet Currie: A Pioneer in the Economics of Children and Families Joins Yale" Janet Currie: "Collective Bargaining in the Public Sector: The Effect of Legal Structure on Dispute Costs and Wages" Janet Currie: "Child health as human capital" Janet Currie: "Killing Me Softly: The Fetal Origins Hypothesis" "Medicaid and Children's Health: 5 Issues to Watch Amid Recent Federal Changes" Janet Currie: "Medicaid: What Does It Do, and Can We Do It Better?" Janet Currie: "Does Head Start Make a Difference?" Janet Currie: "Longer Term Effects of Head Start" Janet Currie: "Lead and Juvenile Delinquency: New Evidence from Linked Birth, School, and Juvenile Detention Records" Head Start Impact Study (HSIS) Series Janet Currie: "Saving Babies: The Efficacy and Cost of Recent Changes in the Medicaid Eligibility of Pregnant Women" Janet Currie: "Doctor Decision Making and Patient Outcomes" Janet Currie's American Economic Association Presidential Address: "Investing in Children to Address the Child Mental Health Crisis" "Addressing Common Misconceptions About the Child Mental Health Crisis" Janet Currie: "To What Extent are Trends in Teen Mental Health Driven by Changes in Reporting?" Janet Currie: "Rules versus Discretion: Treatment of Mental Illness in US Adolescents"  Misinformation Mayo Clinic: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): Symptoms and causes "Inside RFK Jr.'s push against the flu vaccine that he links to his voice condition" Health & Veritas Episode 197: Peter Hotez: Mapping the Anti-Science Machine "It's time for a new era of advocacy for physicians" "Childhood Vaccination Rates Have Dropped Again, C.D.C. Data Shows" "Take It From a Scientist. Facts Matter, and They Don't Care How You Feel." "A small study on Covid vaccine safety sparks an online tempest" Health & Veritas Episode 192: Akiko Iwasaki: What Have We Learned About Long COVID? In the Yale School of Management's MBA for Executives program, you'll get a full MBA education in 22 months while applying new skills to your organization in real time. Yale's Executive Master of Public Health offers a rigorous public health education for working professionals, with the flexibility of evening online classes alongside three on-campus trainings. Email Howie and Harlan comments or questions.

#403 In this episode, Guy introduced Dr. Lara Varden, a functional genomics practitioner, but the conversation focused largely on her personal healing journey rather than DNA. Dr. Varden described a severe 2001 rear-end collision that left her disabled, in chronic pain, and taking 21–22 prescription medications, leading to multiple spine surgeries and years of impairment. After reading Dolores Cannon's "The Three Waves of Volunteers and the New Earth," she sought a QHHT session in 2015 and says she stopped using her cane immediately and weaned off 14 years of medications within a month, which reframed her approach to integrating science with metaphysical healing. She returned to academia, completed her studies, pursued a funded PhD focused on spine-related research, and later blended holistic, trauma-informed, and energy-based perspectives with scientific genetics and epigenetics. Near the end, they discussed how DNA testing can guide personalized health strategies—especially detoxification and nutrient pathways—shared examples from Guy's genetics, and direct listeners to The DNA Company website, email, and app for reports, education, and testing options. About Dr. Lara: Dr. Lara Varden, Ph.D., is a multi-credentialed clinical practitioner and expert in Precision Medicine. With certifications in functional genomics, nutrition, and holistic health, she has made significant contributions to genetic research and education. In 2024, Dr. Varden helped develop The DNA University, creating training materials to improve patient care globally. Her work spans cellular biology, molecular genetics, and neuroscience, with a focus on empowering people through nutrition and lifestyle changes. As Dean of Students, she emphasizes integrity, proven science, and personalized healing in her practice. Key Points Discussed:  (00:00) - A PhD on 22 Medications Found Dolores Cannon — And Everything Changed! (06:14) - Dr. Lara's Background: From Figure Skater to Scientist (11:38) - The Devastating Car Accident (18:10) - Life on 22 Medications (20:11) - Returning to School Despite Disability (25:11) - The QHHT Session That Changed Everything (27:53) - Miraculous Healing: Off All Medications in One Month (33:48) - PhD Journey: Bridging Science and Spirituality (45:19) - Holistic Healing Philosophy: Root Causes Not Symptoms (57:46) - DNA as Your Body's Blueprint How to Contact Dr. Lara Varden, Ph.D.:thednacompany.com   About me:My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en Guy's websites:www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co

The scientists--working with researchers at a university in India--identified distinct chemical signatures in blood that could help detect gallbladder cancer. The findings published in the Journal of Proteome Research outline how specific metabolic patterns can distinguish gallbladder cancer cases from benign conditions. The research could potentially lead to a noninvasive screening for the rare disease which is one of the deadliest gastrointestinal cancers, but researchers stress larger studies are needed before the findings can be used clinically.

Are you holding yourself back from biotech roles because you don't check every box on the job description? You're not alone, and it's costing you opportunities.In this career chat, Carina sits down with Heer Shah, a Scientist in cell and gene therapy at Ensoma, a Boston-based biotech developing precision gene therapies using synthetic viral vectors and gene editing technologies. Heer has over seven years of biotech experience spanning vaccines, AAV, lentiviral vectors, VLPs, and LNPs, with roles at Merck, Intellia Therapeutics, Ring Therapeutics, and Sana Biotechnology. Heer holds a Master's in Biotechnology from Northeastern University, where the co-op program launched a career built on hands-on industry experience from day one. Today, Heer does vector engineering and gene editing optimization for programs targeting sickle cell disease and immuno-oncology.Heer shares how foundational lab skills and a big-picture mindset opened doors at every stage, and what it really takes to build a long-term biotech career across multiple modalities.Key takeaways from this episode:Why job descriptions are wish lists, not checklists, and why hiring managers value learning ability over a perfect resume matchHow to position diverse experience across biotech modalities as a competitive advantageThe difference between specialists and integrators, and why companies need bothWhat it's like surviving multiple rounds of biotech layoffs and how to build career resilienceHow the Northeastern co-op program helped Heer explore different company sizes and career paths before committingWhy behavioral interview questions often matter more than technical onesHow international scientists can navigate visa pathways, including the National Interest WaiverThe career advice Heer wishes someone gave earlier: tell your story soonerWhether you're early in your biotech journey or navigating a career transition, this conversation is packed with practical advice on building transferable skills, staying adaptable, and landing roles you're excited about.Want scripts, practice drills, and feedback from peers in biotech?Join our Biotech Career Coach Skool community: https://www.skool.com/biotech-career-coach/aboutConnect with Heer on LinkedInLearn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:

What if rivers didn't follow the rules of nature? Scientists have found nine rivers and lakes across the Americas that completely break the laws of hydrology — flowing in opposite directions, into multiple oceans, or even switching flow depending on the weather.

Have you ever looked at your hairbrush or the shower drain and felt that instant wave of dread? You aren't alone. Today, we are diving deep into the world of hair density, scalp health, and the breakthrough science behind keeping your hair where it belongs: on your head.This episode is brought to you in part by our friends at Pantene and we're joined by their Global Principal Scientist Dr. Jeni Thomas. Dr. Thomas is pulling back the curtain on the “why” behind hair shedding and explaining how drugstore haircare is leading the charge in high-tech solutions that don't require a prescription – or a bank loan.In this episode, we discuss:Normal vs. problematic shedding: How many falling strands a day is actually normal? We learn how to identify your personal baseline and how to know when it's time to seek help.Hair shedding myths: The real reason why you see a “hairball” in the shower drain, sulfates and silicones explained, and is the “seasonal shed” a real thing?Stress test: Is internal or external stress at the root of hair thinning? Dr. Jeni Thomas weighs in on the latest thinking based on the newest research.Root-anchoring: Why strengthening your roots at the scalp is the first and easiest step in preventing hair fall.Luxury vs. drugstore: The facts on why you don't need to spend $$$ on a shampoo to get next-level results.For products or links mentioned in this episode, see our episode recaps on our website. PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Pantene Pantene Abundant & Strong collection is all about root-focused care that strengthens the scalp's hold on hair roots by reducing oxidative stress. It's now available for purchase at Amazon and mass-market retailers. Medik8Meet Medik8's new Niacinamide Peptides Serum! Powered by 10% Niacinamide, this multi-active formula is clinically proven to deliver visibly clearer, smoother skin with pore reduction in 7 days. Visit Medik8.us to discover more, and use code BREAKING20 to save 20% off your order.BlissyWake up with clearer skin, smoother hair, and cooler sleep. Use code BREAKING for an extra 30% off at blissy.com/BREAKING. Because you're a listener, Blissy is offering 60-nights risk-free. Your skin and hair will thank you.Jones Road BeautyJones Road Beauty is a modern-day makeup that's clean, strategic and multifunctional for effortless routines. For a limited time our listeners are getting a free Shimmer Face Oil on their first purchase. Just head to JonesRoadBeauty.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them our show sent you. Related episodes like this: SPF Truths vs. Myths With Olay Scientist Dr. Frauke NeuserHair Growth Secrets From Trichologist Abbey Yung7 Hair Truths That Only a Hairstylist Will Tell You with Kardashian Hair Pro Andrew FitzsimonsGet social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes! *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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The first solar flare ever observed was also by far the biggest yet seen. But such a monster storm will happen again. And when it does, it’s unlikely that even a single spacecraft in Earth orbit will come out unscathed. And many could be destroyed. The benchmark storm so far was the Carrington Event. It was observed by British astronomer Richard Carrington, in 1859. He saw a brilliant flash of light erupt from a dark sunspot. The eruption produced beautiful displays of the northern and southern lights. It also zapped telegraph wires, disrupting transmissions and even starting fires in some stations. Scientists at the European Space Agency recently simulated what would happen to satellites if such a monster storm hit us today. They concluded that it would be bad – really bad. Over a period of about a day, GPS systems would fail. Satellite instruments would glitch or fail, entire satellites would be destroyed, and some ground stations would be knocked out. Earth’s outer atmosphere would expand dramatically, dragging satellites down. That would increase the risk of collisions, and reduce the time in orbit for any survivors. Operators can take some actions to protect their satellites. But that requires good forecasts of space weather. And future satellites could be equipped with better shielding. Even with those precautions, though, no satellite would be unaffected by the fury of a monster storm on the Sun. Script by Damond Benningfield

BIO: Rob Sweetman – Former Navy SEAL, MBA, Sleep Scientist Rob Sweetman is a former Navy SEAL turned sleep scientist dedicated to optimizing human performance in high-stress environments. With firsthand experience of the brutal effects of sleep deprivation in military operations, Rob has spent years researching and developing solutions to improve sleep for service members, first responders, and high-performance teams. His work bridges cutting-edge science with real-world applications, focusing on resilience, cognitive readiness, and operational effectiveness. As the founder of Sleep Genius and an advisor to military and government agencies, Rob is at the forefront of revolutionizing sleep strategies for those who need them most.   SHOWNOTES:

What happens when a world-class macromolecular scientist—who engineered innovations for NASA and the US Army—reaches the breaking point of burnout? You don't just heal; you decode the biology of joy. In this powerhouse episode of Never Perfect, Dr. Beth sits down with Dr. Mamta Bhatt, a scientist and executive consultant for J&J and Nike turned holistic wellness pioneer. After spending 20 years in a monastery, Dr. Bhatt synthesized her rigorous scientific background with ancient wisdom to create a revolutionary healing protocol to get herself well after years of being bedridden. Now she helps clients globally. From reversing 25-year insomnia to resolving chronic metabolic issues in just months, her results speak for themselves. If you have ever felt that your worth is tied to your "doing," or that rest is something you must "earn," this conversation is your biological "permission slip" to stop. Together, we explore: The NASA high achiever Perspective: How high-pressure created from within impacts the nervous system at a macromolecular level. The Science of Frequency: Why the words you speak have a physical, measurable impact on cellular health. The Achievement Trap: Identifying the "self-critique" hidden within the "strong one" archetype. The 3-Month Shift: Real-world case studies of total health transformation through protocol and presence Dr. Mamta Bhatt is a best-selling author, a 10-time featured guest on CBS and NBC, and a keynote speaker at the 2026 World Biohacking Event this November. Read her Books: Journey for Joy Recipes for Joy Work with Dr. Bhatt: Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/thejoyfulscientist?igsh=MXE1d2FsNGk1d3hvYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

When scientists finally learn how to make ceramics that can endure high temperatures and conduct electricity without resistance, they may have to thank the sea urchin for teaching them how to do it.While the ceramics that humans manufacture are fairly strong and resist forces that destroy other materials, they have their imperfections. They are not shatter-resistant. And it takes a lot of heat to create them. On the other hand, mollusks like the nautilus and sea urchin make shatterproof ceramics out of calcium carbonate—which is chalk—using no heat and a little water. And the mollusk‑created ceramics come in intricate shapes, often much more complex than those made by humans.Scientists are now studying how mollusks make their ceramics so that we can also make better ones. The processes they are learning will enable the manufacture of strong ceramic materials that conduct electricity without resistance. They will be cheap and easy to make, yet they will provide us with better building materials and even artificial bones.Scientists are learning that the secret to making superior ceramics uses cheap materials and a very complex series of chemical reactions carried out by special cells in ceramic‑making mollusks. It's definitely not a system that was worked out by no one at all through chance and accident. In effect, science is seeking to learn how the Creator made ceramics, so that we can do it too!Genesis 1:31"And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day."Prayer: Father, I often forget that Your wisdom extends to very material things, things which I don't usually associate with the spiritual. Teach me not to separate the spiritual and material, but see them both as coming from Your Hand. Help me to glorify You in spiritual as well as material matters. In Jesus' Name. Amen.REF.: Amato, Ivan. Better ceramics through biology. Science News.  To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29?v=20251111

The American Physical Society presents itself as a nonprofit dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge. Its financial disclosures tell a larger story. With over $106 million in annual revenue and more than $313 million in accumulated assets, APS operates at the center of a permanent scientific infrastructure funded largely by government-backed research institutions.At the helm is Jonathan Bagger, a theoretical physicist whose career has spanned Johns Hopkins University, the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, and the international accelerator network, including TRIUMF. These laboratories were not temporary research projects. They were built as permanent federal infrastructure, tracing their lineage to the Manhattan Project and later expanding during the Cold War under programs like the Strategic Defense Initiative.SLAC itself operates under the authority of the U.S. Department of Energy, part of a national laboratory system created to sustain high-energy physics capability across generations. Scientists move through these laboratories, into universities, and eventually into leadership roles within scientific governing bodies. APS sits above that system, publishing the journals, hosting the conferences, and formalizing the research produced by government-funded institutions.The story extends further back, to defense research networks that predate the Cold War, including scientists connected to early Marconi research efforts. These networks evolved over decades, forming a continuous institutional framework linking laboratories, universities, nonprofit scientific societies, and government agencies. This episode examines that framework. Not the discoveries themselves, but the infrastructure behind them. The laboratories that remained. The organizations that accumulated influence. And the nonprofit society at the center of the scientific establishment.Email: thefacthunter@mail.com

Every Moment Matters #RTTBROS #Nightlight"See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.", Ephesians 5:15-16You know, I saw something recently that really stopped me in my tracks. Someone posted a simple question online: "Imagine reading a book with no way to turn back the page. How carefully would you read it? That's life." And friend, I haven't been able to shake that image.Here's something that will either thrill you or unsettle you a little. Right now, sitting wherever you are, you are a time traveler and an astronaut. Even if you haven't left your living room in a week, you are riding this big blue marble around the sun at roughly 67,000 miles per hour. Scientists tell us the earth travels about 584 million miles every single year. You have never, not once, been in the same place twice. And every second of every day, time is moving in one direction only, forward, and there is no coming back.Too soon old and too late smart, as I like to say. Most of us spend the first half of our lives acting like we have an endless supply of pages, and the second half wishing we could flip back a few.Paul knew something about this. He told the church at Ephesus to walk "circumspectly," which is a wonderful old word that means to look carefully in every direction before you take your next step. He called it "redeeming the time," literally buying back the moments, treating each one like it has a price tag on it, because it does.The great missionary Jim Elliot, who gave his life in the jungles of Ecuador at just 28 years old, wrote in his journal, "Wherever you are, be all there." He understood what Paul was saying. You can be physically present and spiritually a million miles away, just going through the motions, turning pages without reading a word.So let me ask you something gently this evening. Are you all there? Are you present in your marriage, in your conversations with your kids, in your quiet time with God? Or are you rushing past moments that God designed specifically for you, moments you will never get back?The book of your life is being written one irreversible page at a time. Read it carefully. Live it fully. Redeem the time.Let's pray. Father, forgive us for the moments we have wasted and help us to walk circumspectly from this day forward. Teach us to number our days and to be fully present in the life You have given us. In Jesus' name, Amen.Be sure to like, share, follow, and subscribe. It helps get the word out. https://linktr.ee/rttbros#Faith #TimeRedeeming #ChristianLiving #DailyDevotion #TrustGod #BiblicalWisdom #SpiritualGrowth #RTTBROS #Nightlight

In some religions, people believe in reincarnation or an afterlife, but in medicine, life is generally considered to end when the heart stops beating. Recently though, researchers have challenged that view.  In November 2024, American biologists Peter A Noble and Alex Pozhitkov published groundbreaking findings in The Conversation under the title “Biobots arise from the cells of dead organisms − pushing the boundaries of life, death and medicine.” They showed that, under certain conditions, dead cells can not only survive but also reorganise and form new multicellular structures. And that discovery suggests the existence of an intermediate state where biological organisms are neither fully alive nor completely dead. Scientists are now referring to this as the "third state." Doesn't death occur when the brain stops functioning? How would that even be possible if the person is deceased? What are the implications of the third state? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What is a near-death experience?⁠ ⁠What is citizen science, the concept opening up research to the general public ?⁠ ⁠How did Covid lead to the emergence of meta cities?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 3/1/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: big updates for stem cell and islet transplants, new pen option for Zepbound, an implantable insulin pump moves forward and more! Announcing Community Commericals! Learn how to get your message on the show here. Learn more about studies and research at Thrivable here Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Omnipod - Simplify Life All about Dexcom  T1D Screening info All about VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Episode transcription with links: Welcome! I'm your host Stacey Simms and this is an In The News episode.. where we bringing you the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. A reminder that you can find the sources and links and a transcript and more info for every story mentioned here in the show notes. Quick reminder: I'm just back from MNO DC and I'm exhausted. But it's the best kind of tired. We had an incredible time – hope you can join us in Nashville. With a reminder that we have our first Club 1921 in Nashville – that's our educational dinner series for HCPs and patient leaders. All the info is over at diabetes-connections.com events/     Okay.. our top story this week: XX An "immune system reset" eliminated Type 1, diabetes in mice in a study conducted at Stanford Medicine without immune suppressant medications. This was a combined transplant of blood stem cells and insulin-producing pancreatic islet cells from a donor whose immune profile did not match the recipient. The dual transplant approach both restored insulin production and retrained the immune system. For the full six months of the experiment, the animals did not need insulin injections or immune suppressive medications. Challenges remain using this approach to treat Type 1 diabetes. Pancreatic islets can be obtained only after death of the donor, and the blood stem cells must come from the same person as the islets. It is also unclear whether the number of islet cells typically isolated from one donor would be enough to reverse established Type 1 diabetes. But the researchers are working on solutions, which could include generating large numbers of islet cells in the laboratory from pluripotent human stem cells, or finding ways to increase the function and survival of transplanted donor islet cells. https://scitechdaily.com/stanford-scientists-cure-type-1-diabetes-in-mice-without-insulin-or-immune-suppression/ XX An electronic implant interlaced with islet cells is being looked at to treat type 1. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine worked with engineers at Harvard University to combine stem-cell biology with soft electronics. They inserted an ultrathin, flexible mesh of conductive wires — thinner than a human hair — into developing pancreatic tissue. As the cells assembled into clusters, the mesh became woven through them. The electronics can record the faint electrical signals produced by the cells that control insulin release. They can also deliver small pulses of electricity back to the cells.   After several days, the cells began to behave more like mature islets. Their internal signalling shifted, neighbouring cells started working in concert and insulin release became stronger and better timed.  Very early on here – and the transplanted cells still need to be protected from being attacked by the immune system. https://www.thetimes.com/uk/science/article/first-cyborg-pancreas-implants-type-1-diabetes-nxkv8r0fp?gaa_at=eafs&gaa_n=AWEtsqeJYYUF9TMR-GgGUG92hPyog-ISeiqGIgdyaaIKKcpvhtoftGiUaaOtQeG0NWI%3D&gaa_ts=699c50d4&gaa_sig=w-PQ0ArosZSznYDSWEzt8aQg4WC0FF5ZFRt9NedO5sSTL2FyWzupH8eSG7RCy2S8TQnlHOeKCudANWm1MNI59w%3D%3D XX Katie Beth (hand) Eledon trial – aaron kowalski post linkedin. Last fall we told you about promising results from Eledon's drug to prevent islet transplantation rejection in type 1 diabetes. The first six patients no longer had to inject or infuse insulin.. the trials continue and this month one of the patients – Katie Beth Hand – began posting about her experiences one month in, on social media, she says she's off basal insulin already and in range 99 percent of the time. She is also encouraging people to learn more about support the islet act https://lnkd.in/e8pQ7_Y7 XX This is a bill introduced last November which would change the wording on pancreatic cell transplants. The problem is that islets are classified as drugs rather than organs, making transplantations difficult for medical teams and centers to preform due to accessibility. Insurance companies are also less likely to provide reimbursements for treatment, which can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. The official Journal of The Transplantation Society estimates the cost at about $140,000. The bill went to the senate committee of Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions in early November. No other action has been taken since then. https://www.wtoc.com/2026/02/19/bluffton-family-advocates-islet-act-help-diabetic-son/ XX Big change for the obesity drug Zepbound – now available in the multi dose KwikPen. This is a month's worth of doses in a single pen.. and it's multi dose – you can adjust it. Cash-paying patients can get the multi-dose device, called KwikPen, on the company's direct-to-consumer website, LillyDirect. Prices start at $299 per month for the lowest dose level. Until now, you could only get zepbound in a single dose auto injector or a sing dose vial. In a release, Lilly said the Food and Drug Administration approved a label expansion for Zepbound to include the multi-dose device. The KwikPen is already used for other drugs, such as Lilly's popular diabetes medication, Mounjaro – which is the same medication as zepbound, they're both tirzepitide. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/23/eli-lilly-launches-zepbound-obesity-drug-pen-one-month-doses.html   XX For years, researchers have observed that people who live at high elevations,  tend to develop diabetes less often than those at sea level. Although the trend was well documented, the biological explanation behind it was unclear. Scientists now say they have identified the reason. Their research shows that in low oxygen environments, red blood cells begin absorbing large amounts of glucose from the bloodstream. Their work showed that when oxygen is limited, red blood cells use glucose to generate a molecule that helps release oxygen to tissues. This process becomes especially important when oxygen is in short supply. The researchers also found that the metabolic benefits of prolonged hypoxia lasted for weeks to months after mice were returned to normal oxygen levels. They then evaluated HypoxyStat, a drug recently developed in Jain's lab that mimics low oxygen exposure. HypoxyStat is taken as a pill and works by causing hemoglobin in red blood cells to bind oxygen more tightly, limiting the amount delivered to tissues. In mouse models of diabetes, the medication completely reversed high blood sugar and outperformed existing treatments. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260221060952.htm XX Watching this one closely – Portal Diabetes gets FDA breakthrough device designation for its implantable insulin pump system. This is a system that includes not just a device that's implanted into the abdomen, but also a new, temperature stable insulin. It will work with – quote – "modern" CGM technology with a fully closed loop - and aims to deliver a functional cure for type 1. While reports say Portal's system is the first in the US – there was an implantable pump developed and used by about 500 people worldwide, including about 100 in the US – by MiniMed. Medtronic bought the company and in 2007 they stopped that program. Portal Diabetes expects to begin clinical trials on its combination system around the fourth quarter of 2027. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/portal-diabetes-fda-breakthrough-implantable-insulin-pump/ XX Sequel Med Tech and Senseonics (NYSE:SENS) today announced the full U.S. launch of their CGM and insulin pump integration. That's the eversense cgm and twist pump. Sequel said its full launch with Eversense 365 makes twiist available with two compatible CGMs. twiist also pairs with the Abbott FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor. Eversense 365, an implantable system, rests under the skin for the duration of a year. Users can change its external, silicone-based adhesive daily with almost no skin reactions. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/sequel-senseonics-full-launch-twiist-eversense/ XX Right back with a Dexcom update, and a look at which type of diet reduces insulin use overall.. right after this: -- Back to the news.. Dexcom is watching for expanded Medicare coverage of its continuous glucose monitors to people with Type 2 diabetes who don't take insulin. CEO Jake Leach told investors on Thursday that the company has been "sitting here waiting for a coverage decision" from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Dexcom started to see commercial coverage unlock for Type 2, non-insulin users toward the end of last year, Leach said. He expects broader Medicare coverage for that group would allow nearly 12 million people to access CGMs.     In the meantime, the American Diabetes Association updated its guidelines last year to recommend clinicians consider using CGMs for Type 2 diabetes when patients are taking glucose-lowering medications other than insulin. Leach said that real world data the company has been generating supports that decision, and that Dexcom has launched a registry for non-insulin users. https://www.medtechdive.com/news/dexcom-seeks-expanded-medicare-coverage-of-cgms-for-type-2-diabetes/812223/ XX Medtronic's separation of MiniMed is not yet complete.. but continues to move forward. The company has submitted their next pump – MiniMed Flex – to the FDA. This is a pump smaller than the 780G but uses the same reservoirs and infusion sets. It will also work with both the Simplera Sync and Instinct sensors. Medtronic also began a U.S. pivotal study for Vivera, its third-generation algorithm for automated insulin delivery. It also remains set to submit its MiniMed Fit patch pump system to the FDA by the coming fall. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/medtronic-submits-minimed-flex-fda-q3/ XX A study modelling how genes may influence a child's body mass index over time has found that BMI at age 10 and overall growth rate between ages one and 18 might be important factors, as the two are more likely linked to diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease in later life. Nearly 66,000 BMI measurements from around 6,300 children and adolescents aged one to 18 were analysed to understand the role of genes.     "Future research is needed to help identify the most effective ages to prevent obesity or poor growth for long-term benefit." https://www.ndtv.com/health/bmi-at-age-10-growth-rate-up-to-age-18-are-important-factors-for-diabetes-heart-disease-study-11125146 XX A low-fat vegan diet—without cutting calories or carbs—may help people with type 1 diabetes significantly reduce how much insulin they need. In a new analysis published in BMC Nutrition, participants following the plant-based plan lowered their daily insulin use by 28%, while those on a portion-controlled diet saw no meaningful change. Researchers say the reduced insulin requirement likely reflects improved insulin sensitivity. The original 2024 study reported additional benefits from the vegan diet. Participants lost an average of 11 pounds and showed improvements in insulin sensitivity and glycemic control. Cholesterol levels and kidney function also improved among those following the plant-based plan. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260212234212.htm XX Interesting little tidbit from the Winter Olympic Games.. the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was monitoring GLP drug use. An advisory group that makes recommendations about WADA's list of prohibited substances discussed the status of GLP-1 medications, and added semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) to its monitoring program That means patterns of use of these drugs will be tracked both in and out of competition.  The finding will be used to make recommendations about whether GLP-1 agonists should be added to the prohibited list, the spokesperson explained. While GLP-1 drug use is not currently prohibited, that could change before the next Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028, he noted. https://www.medpagetoday.com/popmedicine/cultureclinic/119770 XX That's it for in the news!

For a long time fat was seen simply as an inert yellow substance wrapping around our bodies, but now that's changing. Scientists are beginning to understand that our fat is actually intricate and dynamic, constantly in conversation with the rest of the body. It's now even considered by some to be an organ in its own right. To find out more about the complex role fat plays in our health, Ian Sample hears from co-host Madeleine Finlay and from Declan O'Regan, professor of cardiovascular AI at Imperial College London. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

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Dawn catches us up on some Gen Z dating lingo, like 'freak matching.' We've got the latest on Prince Andrew. There's an Audrey Hepburn movie in the works. The Golden Girls' Estelle Getty's former home in LA is for sale. Melissa McCarthy hung out with Barbra Streisand. One Canadian town was using drones to monitor distracted driving. Scientists got their first look inside URANUS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dropping out of college at 21 to marry her high school sweetheart, getting divorced with 4 children, having to get a job in the 70's, -that's a lot for anyone, let alone a single woman. Marilyn, Suzy's mom, was an only child born in Jefferson City, MO in 1929. She was raised by her doting parents making sure their beautiful daughter had everything she needed or wanted. My guest recalls  "my mom was beautiful as a child . She tap danced, was a ballerina and a cheerleader, everything her parents wanted in a child."Though things got tough for Suzy at a young age, the youngest of four children, Marilyn proved herself more than capable of handling most everything on her own. In time, Suzy started to bear the brunt of coming to mom's aid.  An older brother's mental illness started taking its toll on the family and Suzy was there to stand by her mother and help her through these crises. Suzy's message to my listeners is "my mom was the worst."  I'm fine, my life is great. So I want people to now that you can come out of of it with a really crappy mom and be fantastic."Ms. Chase's next podcast venture is "Decorating By The Book."Lot's of links below for further information for my very special guest, Suzy Chase. Discover Morehttp://www.cookerybythebook.comhttp://www.decoratingbythebook.comhttp://www.thegrooveradio.comhttp://www.suzychase.com "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".Check out the SHLTMM Podcast website for more background information:https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantilloLink to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Or Find SHLTMM Website here: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother

TalkLP Podcast Host Amber Bradley sits down with Greg Murphy, VP of Risk Management at United Pacific, and honestly… is there anything this guy can't do? How did Greg started out chasing shoplifters on the floor in the 80s and work his way up to running LP, HR, audit, safety, workers' comp AND risk management for one of the largest convenience store/QSR chains in the West?  Listen today to understand how to “think like a scientist” to truly shift your focus and possibly how you think!

The latest news in the great ramageddon of 2026 doesn't look good. Now we can expect to not buy hard drives for a reasonable price.Scientists discovered a new bacteria that comes with massive antibiotic resistances. Madagascar, it's time to close the borders.Film Professors are complaining that students aren't paying attention to films. Is it because films are too long, or is TikTok really ruining everything?***We enjoyed a nice drink of Rez which you can get a 10% discount when you type NERDS at the checkout from the Rez website at www.drinkrez.com ***Resources MentionedThe Great Handheld Price Spiral (Steam Deck Announces Inventory Issues, ROG Xbox Ally X Gets Price Hike Thanks To Computer Hardware Shortages. Steam Deck™ )Microbes: The Untold Frozen Saga (First genome sequence and functional profiling of Psychrobacter SC65A.3 preserved in 5,000-year-old cave ice: insights into ancient resistome, antimicrobial potential, and enzymatic activities)Classroom vs. TikTok (College Professors Are Stunned The “TikTok Generation” Can't Sit Through Long Movies In Film Courses – But What Did They Expect?)Full Show Notes : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FRE6Hy7Pno3oSLMjKy6ina61FZBQu68ur8EbZKXP0AE/edit?usp=sharing***If you'd like to be featured on the show, send us an email: Nerds.Amalgamated@gmail.comFollow us on: Facebook || Twitter || TwitchJoin the Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/VqdBVH5aAnd watch us on YouTube: Nerds Amalgamated - YouTube

In this episode of the AIGA Design Podcast, hosts Lee-Sean Huang and Giulia Donatello sit down with Giorgia Lupi to explore her journey from an architecture student and musician in Italy to a pioneer of data humanism and partner at Pentagram in New York City. Giorgia discusses her latest books, her Love Letter to the New York City subway, and why she recently broke up with ChatGPT. Whether you're a seasoned designer or a curious learner, Giorgia's insights invite us to see data as a profoundly human, creative, and essential storytelling tool.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Introduction to Giorgia Lupi and her focus on data humanism02:00 - Giorgia's early influences: architecture, music, and data collection at her grandmother's tailor shop05:00 - Spark moments: designing band album artwork and transitioning into data visualization06:40 - Discussing her book Speak Data and the process behind it09:00 - The human stories within data: interviews with leading thinkers on data's meaning13:15 - The Dear Data project: weekly postcards and framing personal data conversations16:00 - Inspired by data visualizations and how personal relationships shape data storytelling18:00 - Data as a love letter to the NYC subway system: poetic visualization of transit data25:00 - Designing data for children: This Is Me and Only Me and engaging young audiences27:30 - The challenge of complex data: finding human stories in big or aggregated datasets30:20 - Designing the data set: choosing what to include and how to add context32:00 - Combining qualitative and quantitative data: mentoring teams and storytelling strategies34:30 - The evolving role of data in design and how to navigate cross-disciplinary data practices38:00 - Perspectives on AI: cautious optimism, data as a resource, and preserving human creativity43:00 - Inspirations and making for the sake of making: art exhibitions, painting, and experimentation45:30 - Final thoughts: cultivating critical thinking and curiosity in a data-driven worldREFERENCESOur previous episode of the AIGA Design Podcast with Giorgia Lupi from 2020: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/aigadesign/episodes/Giorgia-Lupi-on-Data-Humanism-ecs2f7Giorgia Lupi's personal website: https://giorgialupi.com/Pentagram – The World's Largest Independent Design Consultancy: https://www.pentagram.com/ Speak Data: Artists, Scientists, Thinkers, and Dreamers on How We Live Our Lives in Numbers: https://amzn.to/4qXAQl4 Dear Data: https://amzn.to/3Msgrqj This is Me and Only Me: https://amzn.to/46pMrlHA Data Love Letter to the Subway: https://www.mta.info/agency/arts-design/digital-art/data-love-letter Two Craigs Take on a 1-Year Performance Challenge (2025 AIGA Design Conference): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdjkZu_qvDM 2Craigs: https://www.2craigs.com/ Ruth Asawa, A Retrospective: https://www.moma.org/calendar/exhibitions/5768Wifredo Lam, When I Don't Sleep I Dream at MoMA: https://www.moma.org/calendar/exhibitions/5788Alfred Jensen at the Pace Gallery: https://www.pacegallery.com/artists/alfred-jensen/ 

Of all the industries AI will transform, Kira Radinsky believes chemistry and biology will change the most. Kira is the co-founder and CTO of Diagnostic Robotics, which uses AI to automate the administrative work that's crushing healthcare teams — so clinicians can actually focus on patients. She's also the co-founder of Mana.bio, where they're accelerating drug discovery by orders of magnitude.She'll tell you she's terrible in the lab. Not because she isn't brilliant, but because she can't pipette without killing the cells. So she's thrilled that thanks to her skills in data and AI she was able to realize her childhood dream of being a scientist: “I'm not trying to automate everything… Like when, when you say automate drug discovery, I'm not gonna discover everything. I just want to accelerate it, which comes back to my childhood dream: I just didn't want to do it myself. I just want AI to replace me as a scientist. That's it.”But this episode is about more than healthcare. It's about how to build systems that get smarter over time — feedback loops, causal inference, incentivizing algorithms to take risks, and knowing when to optimize for ROI instead of accuracy. Lessons that apply whether you're building in biotech or not.We cover:How growing up Jewish in Soviet Ukraine — and fleeing to Israel just before the Gulf War — shaped Kira's obsession with predicting the futureHow she built a system that successfully predicted real-world events, including Cuba's first cholera outbreak in Cuba in 130 yearsHow Mana.bio is using AI to build "rocketships" that deliver drugs to the right cells — and how they've done in three months what used to take 20 yearsWhy predictions are only valuable if there's something you can do about them — and why that makes healthcare an ideal field for AI How to incentivize algorithms to make bolder predictions (it's easy to predict there won't be an earthquake today; it's much harder to say there will be)Why causal inference is the most underrated tool in machine learning right nowHow healthcare AI can perpetuate racial bias — and what builders need to do differentlyNote: this interview originally aired in October 2024. Chapters:(01:44) - Why predictions are so important to Kira: lessons from fleeing Soviet-era Kyiv (05:10) - Building a prediction engine from 150 years of news (08:35) - How Kira predicted the Cuba cholera outbreak (09:50) - Returning to biology by way of data (12:50) - Predicting healthcare outcomes by finding your patient's twin (17:53) - The racial bias hiding in healthcare AI (19:15) - Building Mana.bio and accelerating drug discovery (24:33) - "In three months, what did what used to take 20 years" (31:44) - Builder tips: ROI, causal inference, and teaching algorithms to explore (35:07) - Planning: Where generative AI needs improve Links & Resources:Kira Radinsky on LinkedInDiagnostic RoboticsMana.bioSupport Future Around & Find OutGet the free newsletterAnd consider becoming a paid subscriber and help future proof this thing!Sponsor the show? Are you looking to reach an audience of senior technologists and decision-makers? Email me: dan@modernproductminds.com---Music by Jonathan Zalben

On the tiny island of Golem Grad in North Macedonia, a population of Hermann's tortoise is heading for extinction, not because of predators or habitat loss, but because there are far too many males.They outnumber females by about 19 to one. Scientists say relentless mating attempts are leaving females injured, stressed and in some cases falling from cliffs as they try to escape.If the imbalance continues, researchers warn the last female could die within decades, sealing the fate of the entire island population…Joining Seán to discuss this is Yvonne Buckley, Professor of Zoology at Trinity College Dublin.

In this bonus episode, we're back with Dr. Rachele Pojednic for one of our favorite games: Overrated vs. Underrated — wellness edition. Rachele gives brutally honest takes on cold plunges, wearables like Oura and Whoop, continuous glucose monitors, greens powders, zone 2 training, and IV drips. You'll hear what she thinks is genuinely useful, what's wildly overhyped, and what the science still doesn't know yet. (Yes, she straight-up says cold plunges are overrated and greens powders are a hard no.) If you love hot takes and you want to stop wasting money on wellness nonsense, you're going to love this one.Sign up for our newsletter here!For weekly episodes, come join the Foodie Fam!Check out our book!Chat with us on IG @foodweneedtotalk!Be friends with Juna on Instagram and Tiktok! Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Dr. Carly Hunt is a Sport and Counseling Psychologist, Scientist and Educator and Author who counsels athletes, adolescents and adults on improving performance, well-being and health. Carly is a former NCAA Division I golfer (Georgetown University & University of Maryland) and a certified yoga instructor and she joins #OntheMark to help you reach your full potential in golf and in life. Dr. Hunt shares 5 Mental Training Strategies to Improve your performance: The 3 C's to Manage Negative Thoughts S.T.O.P for Mindfulness Positive Emotion and Fun Living your Values, and Imagery and Visualization She also illustrates how pain is BioPsychoSocial and how you can beat it with the same 5 Mental Training Strategies. Watch this podcast on YouTube - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.

This week let’s learn about some blue frogs! Further reading: Scientists make chance discovery of rare blue skin mutation in Kimberley magnificent tree frog White's True-Blue Green Tree Frog Show transcript: Welcome to Strange Animals Podcast. I'm your host, Kate Shaw. When most of us draw a frog, we reach for the green markers, because most frogs are green. That's true of the magnificent tree frog, also called the splendid tree frog, which is fairly common in the Kimberley region of western Australia. It grows just over 4 inches long, snout to vent, or about 10 and a half cm, and lives in rocky areas. It spends the day hiding in rock crevices, holes in trees, or sometimes in people's houses, and it comes out at night to hunt for insects and other small invertebrates. From the name, you might imagine that this is an especially pretty frog, and it is. It's mostly bright green on top and yellow to white underneath, and it has tiny yellow spots on its head and back. It looks like it has an olive green cap on its head, but that's actually a large parotoid gland, a skin gland common in frogs and toads that secretes neurotoxins. Most frogs don't have a parotoid gland at all, and in ones that do you typically will barely notice it, but the magnificent tree frog's covers the entire top of its head almost to its nostrils and down onto its back. The skin color of a frog depends on its chemical makeup. Melanophores make black and brown colors, xanthophores make yellow. Blue is different, since it's not a color that's actually found in skin pigments. Instead, a green frog's skin contains iridophores that reflect blue light waves, the same way a bird's feathers show blue. The combination of yellow and blue makes green, and the addition of melanophore pigments determine how dark or bright the green is. In July of 2024, two land managers were working in the Charnley River-Artesian Range Wildlife Sanctuary. They were in a workshop when one of them noticed a magnificent tree frog sitting on a bench, not that unusual of an occurrence–except that this frog wasn't green. It was blue! The condition is called axanthism, where the yellow pigments in the frog's skin don't show up the way they should. Most of them time axanthism in frogs means the animal has little patches of blue or bluish coloration, but this specific frog was blue just about everywhere it should have been green. Its parotoid gland was still olive green and it had yellow on its feet, but mainly it was a very attractive dark blue. The land managers were stunned. They took photos and sent them to pretty much everyone, and frog experts and ecologists hurried to examine the blue frog. But they decided not to keep the frog in captivity. It was released back into the wild to live out its blue froggy life normally. Some frogs are naturally blue, like some poison dart frogs of South America. The blue poison dart frog's legs are dark blue and its body a lighter blue with black spots. It grows less than two inches long, or about 4.5 cm. Poison dart frogs collect toxins in their bodies from some of the toxic insects they eat, and the bright coloration signals to predators that this frog will make you really sick if you eat it. Axanthism is rare but not all that uncommon in frogs. About the same time that the blue magnificent tree frog was hopping into the workshop in Australia, two little girls playing around a pond in Nova Scotia, Canada found a teal-blue frog. Ironically, the frog is actually called the green frog and it's ordinarily a dark olive-green all over. The girls named the frog Bluey and released it back into the pond. Another blue green frog was found in New Hampshire, in the United States, also in July 2024. In June 2024 a forest ranger spotted a northern leopard frog in Washington state that had splotches of light blue on its head and back. In May of 2024 a light blue Japanese tree frog was found by a couple on a walk. The Australian green tree frog is closely related to the magnificent tree frog, although it doesn't have a parotoid gland hat. It's mostly green with a white or pale gray belly. It's sometimes called the dumpy tree frog because it's a little chonk. Actually, for a frog it's a pretty big chonk, up to 4 and a half inches long, or over 11 cm. It's also sometimes called White's tree frog after John White, who described it in 1790. It was the first Australian frog that was ever scientifically described. But that leads us to a little mystery. John White named the frog Rana caerulea. Its current scientific name is Ranoidea caerulea. But “caerulea” refers to the color blue, not green, as in cerulean blue. John White collected the frog in 1788, preserved it in alcohol, and finally described it two years later. He refers to it in his writing as a blue frog and the illustration accompanying it shows frogs that are actually blue. But this frog is supposed to be green! The main suggestion for why a famously green frog was initially described as blue is that the alcohol that White used to preserve the frog's body actually destroyed the yellow pigment in its skin. This is something that does sometimes happen with frog specimens in museums. But it's also possible that White ended up with a blue specimen, much like the blue magnificent tree frog we talked about earlier. He wouldn't have known that the blue frog had a rare color mutation. That would explain why he referred to the frog as blue and gave it a name that means blue. That might also explain why White described the Australian green tree frog first. Maybe he just thought it was pretty. Everyone likes the color blue. Thanks for your support, and thanks for listening! I'm at Dragon Con this weekend, where who knows, I might actually see a blue frog. Anything is possible at Dragon Con.

Reflections on the Peter Attia/Epstein scandal; How to lower lp(a)—does diet help? What are bio-active peptides? Could they stave off kidney disease? Scientists just tested the fittest 81-year-old in the world—here's what they found; Media erroneously report that intermittent fasting is not effective for weight loss; Sugary drinks may stoke anxiety in teens; Omega-3s support kids' reading fluency and spelling scores; Surprising study shows saturated fats not harmful to kidneys.

The silk produced by spiders is very different from the silk produced by silkworms in some very important ways. While silkworm silk is strong yet not prone to stretching, spiders make silk that is both strong and stretchy. They also make several different kinds of silk, each with its own purpose.In fact, spider silk is stronger than an equal amount of steel and yet it stretches. Spider silk is made of nothing more than proteins. However, scientists are finding it extremely difficult to study the chemical structure of spider silk because it resists most of their efforts to break it down into its chemical parts. Scientists have finally resorted to hot, concentrated acids to break down the silk. They are learning that one type of spider silk is made up of lengths of very stiff amino acids, separated by segments of amino acids that form a springy helix. Together they contribute to the strength and stretchiness of spider silk.Scientists are exploring how spider silk is made, because this wonderful material promises new methods for creating stronger and lighter materials for human use. One possible use would be making cloth that is both comfortable and bulletproof.God has done all things well. The fact that we can learn to design better things by learning how He designed things is a witness for His wisdom as well as a witness against claims that the creation designed itself by trial and error. However, there is much more to God's plans for us, as you can learn from the Bible.Colossians 1:15-16"Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature: For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:"Prayer: Father, I praise You, for You have wisely and wonderfully made all things. I especially praise You for Your love and plan of salvation for me through the forgiveness of my sins because of what Jesus Christ has done for me. In His Name. Amen.REF: Amato, I. Unraveling the biochemistry of spider silk. Science News, v. 138. Image: Guarding the rainbow strands, Conall from Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29?v=20251111

Gregory Zuckerman introduces the brilliant, driven scientists pursuing vaccines for AIDS, cancer, and malaria, who pivoted their controversial methodologies to confront the burgeoning COVID-19 pandemic. 3

Stephen Wilson Jr. joins Bobby to tell the wild path that took him from the science world to writing songs for a living. He talks about what he did before music, why he finally took the leap, and how that analytical brain shows up in the way he writes, records, and builds a career. Stephen also gets into the grind of starting over, how the loss of his father fueled him, and what he’s chasing next as his story keeps getting bigger. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They informed and entertained together throughout the first 20 years of Planetary Radio. Listen in as the Society’s chief scientist and book club edition host Mat Kaplan share the mic once again for a delightful conversation about Dr. Betts’ two new space books for young people. “Are We Alone?” introduces the search for life across the Universe, while “The Size of Space” collects many of Bruce’s brilliant and hilarious ways to cut our Solar System down to human size. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/book-club-bruce-bettsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strange News, where we cover strange, bizarre, and odd things that are currently happening all over the world! Scientists just built an AI that can read your mind. Rampaging Elephant in India kills 22 People in 9 days. Americans in 1998 tried to predict 2025, what did they get right? Russia launches first Brain-chipped Bird Drones. And many more Strange News Stories! Watch the full episode on YouTube:▶ https://bit.ly/TheoriesOfTheThirdKindYT Support the show + unlock bonus episodes:

In episode 2009, Jack and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by comedian, actor, and host of Podcast But Outside, Andrew Michaan, to discuss… RFK Jr. And Kid Rock Team Up For Workout Video/Cringe Comedy Masterclass, We Need to Talk About Piven Experience, The Epstein Files Just Derailed Jimmy Fallon’s Pasta Sauce Plans and more! RFK Jr. And Kid Rock Team Up For Workout Video/Cringe Comedy Masterclass ‘What the [bleep] did I just watch?’ RFK Jr. posts workout video with Kid Rock urging Americans to ‘get active’ Conservatives trying to put Tim Heidecker out of a job. Another Controversial Stance From RFK Jr: Working Out in Jeans Inside Kid Rock's Massive White House Replica with Golden Urinal Kid Rock RFK Rock Out Work Out Has Dropped And We’ll Never Be The Same The Epstein Files have smashed Jimmy Fallon’s spaghetti sauce dreams Jimmy Fallon Kills Planned Pasta Sauce Line With Pal Tommy Mottola as Epstein Friendship Is Revealed This is the trademark for the sauce venture that Jimmy Fallon and Tommy Mottola were launching Soon Yi Previn Shades Fallon in Epstein Files Email Jimmy Debuts New P'Jimmies Summer Line | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Awkward Moment Between Paris Hilton And Jimmy Fallon Highlights The Absurdity Of NFTs Celebrity Promoters Sued Over Bored Ape NFT Endorsements Xochitl Welcomes Jimmy Fallon as an Investor and Brand Partner Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan Try Jimmy's Celebrity Tomato Salsa, Talk The Thursday Murder Club Eli Manning, Derek Jeter, Jimmy Fallon join TGL New York Golf Club investor group A short-seller has challenged Jimmy Fallon to a $1 million bet over an air-taxi company he's promoted LISTEN: Robbed You (with Mariah the Scientist) by Summer WalkerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.