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Barry E. “Butch” Wilmore was raised in Tennessee, where an early fascination with aviation, engineering, and disciplined teamwork set the course for his career. He earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in electrical engineering from Tennessee Technological University, along with a master's degree in aviation systems from the University of Tennessee. Before NASA, Wilmore served as a U.S. Navy aviator, test pilot, and squadron officer, accumulating more than 8,000 flight hours and 663 carrier landings in tactical jet aircraft. Wilmore flew A-7E and F/A-18 aircraft during four operational deployments aboard the USS Forrestal, Kennedy, Enterprise, and Eisenhower. He completed 21 combat missions during Operation Desert Storm and also flew in support of Desert Shield, Southern Watch, and NATO operations over Bosnia. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School, he contributed to the early development and carrier certification of the T-45 jet trainer, experience that proved critical to his later astronaut duties. Selected as a NASA astronaut in 2000, Wilmore flew three space missions totaling 464 days in space. He piloted STS-129 aboard Space Shuttle Atlantis in 2009, delivering critical hardware to the ISS. In 2014–2015, he launched aboard a Russian Soyuz as part of Expedition 41, later assuming command of Expedition 42, spending 167 days in orbit and conducting four spacewalks. Most recently, he commanded Boeing Starliner's first crewed flight in 2024; following an uncrewed return decision, he completed a long-duration ISS mission and returned to Earth in March 2025 aboard SpaceX Crew-9. Wilmore retired from NASA in July 2025 after 25 years with the agency, one of the few astronauts to fly aboard the Space Shuttle, Soyuz, Starliner, and Crew Dragon. He is married to Deanna, with whom he has two daughters, and is known for steady leadership, deep technical skill, faith, and continued commitment to mentorship and STEM outreach. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Live better longer with BUBS Naturals. Get 20% OFF on collagen, MCT creamers, and more with code SHAWN at https://bubsnaturals.com/srs Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. If you're serious about selling to the Department of War, go to https://SBIRAdvisors.com and mention Shawn Ryan for your first month free. Get 30% off your first subscription order at https://armra.com/srs with code SRS. Butch Wilmore Links: Website - www.butchwilmore.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Natalie Southwell. Founder and CEO of The Essence of a Woman, LLC, a female empowerment agency dedicated to helping high‑achieving women rise with confidence, courage, clarity, and faith-driven purpose. The conversation explores: How women can overcome fear, trauma, and misaligned life decisions The role of faith, purpose, and intentionality in decision-making Her frameworks: PAIN and REAL Her personal journey to launching The Essence of a Woman How she guides women across generations—including students, early professionals, mid-career women, and women 50+—toward alignment and leadership.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Natalie Southwell. Founder and CEO of The Essence of a Woman, LLC, a female empowerment agency dedicated to helping high‑achieving women rise with confidence, courage, clarity, and faith-driven purpose. The conversation explores: How women can overcome fear, trauma, and misaligned life decisions The role of faith, purpose, and intentionality in decision-making Her frameworks: PAIN and REAL Her personal journey to launching The Essence of a Woman How she guides women across generations—including students, early professionals, mid-career women, and women 50+—toward alignment and leadership.

The Fact Fly's One Big Question Why do volcanoes erupt — and what's REALLY going on deep inside the Earth? In this explosive episode, Lauren and everyone's favorite buzzing sidekick, the Fact Fly, dig into the fiery science behind lava, magma, tectonic plates, and Earth's molten mantle. Kids and families take an unforgettable journey beneath the planet's surface to discover how pressure builds, what makes magma rise, and why volcanoes can be both powerful destroyers and creators of new land. With humor, sound-rich storytelling, and kid-friendly explanations, we explore: What makes a volcano erupt? What's the difference between lava and magma? How do tectonic plates, hot spots, and subduction zones work? Why do some volcanoes explode while others ooze? What are lava tubes, volcanic gases, and ash clouds? Along the way, the Fact Fly delivers unbelievable truths (and even more unbelievable jokes) as we soar through volcanic mountains, slip inside the Earth's crust, and erupt with fun facts about igneous rocks, lava flows, pressure, and geology. Perfect for curious kids, science lovers, homeschool families, and anyone fascinated by Earth's natural wonders, this episode makes complex Earth-science concepts accessible, funny, and unforgettable. If your young explorers love STEM, natural disasters, earthquakes, volcano facts, or anything that goes “BOOM!” — this episode will blow their minds (safely!).

This week's episode explores the impact of social media and technology on youth mental health, attention span, and human connection. Through a deep dive into a quote by French philosopher Blaise Pascal and insights from guests, Jarvis, Tr33, and Bully, we examine how being alone and digital connectivity shape our lives.Chapters:00:00 - The Value of Solitude and Reflection09:20 - Exploring Solutions for Humanity09:53 - The Impact of Social Media on Youth12:18 - The Dual Nature of Technology15:43 - Attention Span and Connection18:46 - AI's Role in Human Interaction20:19 - The Counterclaim: Is Connection Always Good?31:53 - Defining True Aloneness35:44 - The Creator's Perspective on TechnologyImage Source: Gérard Edelinck, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons 

Today, I'm joined by the extraordinary Dr. Natalie Yivgi-Ohana, a pioneering scientist whose passion for mitochondria unlocks new frontiers in longevity medicine. Our conversation truly blew my mind—Dr. Yivgi-Ohana brings decades of expertise to demystify these tiny, ancient powerhouses that fuel every cell in our bodies, impact our hormones, drive immunity, and, as it turns out, play a central role in how we age.   Episode Timestamps: Welcome to the Longevity Podcast and today's focus on mitochondria ... 00:00:00 Maternal inheritance and critical functions of mitochondria ... 00:05:56 Mitochondria as energy producers and hormone regulators ... 00:07:03 Aha moments: mitochondria control life, death, and disease ... 00:08:55 Endosymbiotic theory: how mitochondria originated ... 00:10:19 Chronic disease, aging, and the connection to mitochondria ... 00:16:10 Substrate fuels: carbs, fats, and importance of metabolic flexibility ... 00:20:18 Mitochondria's control over immune system and signaling ... 00:26:39 Mitochondrial transfer: how cells share organelle "powerhouses" ... 00:32:42 Groundbreaking therapy: transplanting mitochondria for rare diseases ... 00:36:40 Expanding mitochondrial therapies to age-related diseases ... 00:42:57 Aging in women: hormones, mitochondria, and inflection points ... 00:51:00 Stem cell exhaustion and cellular renewal ... 00:52:24 Biomarkers: ways to measure mitochondrial health ... 01:03:11 Supplements, lifestyle, and emotional health for mitochondria ... 01:15:47 Medication choices and minimizing mitochondrial toxicity ... 01:24:04   Our Amazing Sponsors: O₃RACLE by Wizard Sciences — A daily ozonated oil capsule designed to support immune balance, cellular communication, and antioxidant production without clinics, machines, or complicated routines; learn more at wizardsciences.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off.   Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers — A full-spectrum magnesium supplement combining seven highly absorbable forms to support sleep, stress, muscle recovery, and nervous system balance in one nightly habit. Save 15% at bioptimizers.com/bionat with code BIONAT   Vitali - combines pharmaceutical-grade copper peptides with zero-age exosomes to support clearer cellular signaling and long-term skin resilience, working with your biology instead of forcing change. Visit VitaliSkincare.com and use code NAT20 for 20% off.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Dr. Bill Lawrence Episode

Research shows that Gen Z will be the first generation to score lower on standardized tests than their parents. A number of educators argue that the arrival of technology in the classroom was the downfall. They say that the smartboards, laptops, and other technology geared at helping schools modernize and helping kids keep up has set students back. What can reignite kids' love of learning? The leaders of the Rochester Education Foundation's Smile program say its hands-on learning experiences are boosting students' STEM skills and their passion for education — without relying exclusively on tech. We discuss it with our guests. In studio: Amy Stein, executive director of the Rochester Education Foundation Sean Coffey, Ed.D., executive director of science in the Department of Teaching and Learning at the Rochester City School District  Ryan Clair, principal of Dr. David and Ruth Anderson Academy School No. 16 in the Rochester City School District  Harmony Davis, 5th grade student at Dr. David and Ruth Anderson Academy School No. 16 in the Rochester City School District ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

In this heartfelt and adventurous episode, Jed welcomes Jessica Collins and Lisa Malamed to celebrate their upcoming picture book Where's Big Dog: A Story of Loss and Love. Inspired by Jessica's beloved golden doodle Lucy, the book gently helps children and adults navigate the loss of a pet. Jessica and Lisa share sweet, funny memories of Lucy—like how she'd jingle her collar instead of barking to wake Lisa up—and talk about how deeply pets become part of the family. They explain that the dogs in the book aren't named or gendered so any reader can see their own pet in the story. Though it began as a way to help Jessica's young daughter process her first big loss, the book has resonated just as strongly with adults and is designed to work almost like a sympathy card for pet grief. Above all, it lands not on sadness, but on love. Later, Jed is joined by Ellen Cochran, author of the riveting middle grade narrative nonfiction Follow the Water: The Unbelievable True Story of a Teenager's Survival in the Amazon. Ellen tells the astonishing real-life story of Juliane Koepcke, who survived a plane crash, fell two miles strapped to her seat, and then trekked alone for 11 days through the Amazon using the survival knowledge taught by her scientist parents. Ellen weaves Juliane's story with rich details about Amazon wildlife and science, aiming to fire up kids' curiosity about STEM, nature, and what real scientific thinking looks like in action.

Host Michael Blankstein, MD chats with paper author Michael DeRogatis about the findings of his research: "Periprosthetic Femur Fractures in Hemiarthroplasty Are Correlated With Stem Type: An Analysis From the American Joint Replacement Registry " in the first part of the episode. In the second part, Dr. Blankstein discusses study findings with paper author Héctor J Aguado, MD, PHD, from the paper entitled: "Proximal Femur Cut-Out Management, Re-Fixation or Arthroplasty, Which Yields Better Outcomes? Insights from 143 Patients from the PIPPAS Study." Live from the 2025 OTA Annual Meeting. For additional educational resources visit OTA.org

What does it mean to secure the world's largest hyperscale cloud, while AI rewrites the rules of identity, threat detection, and security culture? In this episode of AWS Executive Insights: Security Series, Clarke Rodgers sits down with Amy Herzog, Chief Information Security Officer at AWS, for a candid conversation on what it takes to lead security at scale in the age of AI.Amy draws on her experience leading consumer AI products to argue that security should accelerate innovation, not hinder it. She explores how AWS is deploying AI for defense, why agentic AI demands a rethink of identity, and how the Security Guardians program embeds security culture across the entire organization.

Stem cells have been a buzzword in medicine for years—but what if the real breakthrough isn't stem cells themselves? In this episode, Natalie sits down with Caleb Granger, a leader in regenerative medicine, to talk about a rapidly emerging therapy that's getting attention from scientists, physicians, and professional athletes: stem cell exosomes. These microscopic particles carry the healing signals produced by stem cells—and new research suggests they may be responsible for much of the regenerative power we've attributed to stem cell treatments. Caleb explains how regenerative capacity declines as we age, why inflammation plays such a major role in chronic disease and aging, and how exosome therapies aim to restore the body's natural ability to repair itself. You'll learn: What stem cells actually do inside the body What exosomes are and why researchers are studying them so intensely How regenerative medicine is evolving beyond traditional stem cell therapies The role inflammation plays in aging and chronic health issues Why athletes and longevity experts are paying close attention to this emerging field This is a fascinating conversation about the future of healing—and the science that may change how we think about aging, recovery, and long-term health. Listen in to understand what's real, what's promising, and what questions you should be asking as regenerative medicine continues to evolve. Click here for podcast episode website with LINKS https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal

Early STEM experiences impact the innovators of tomorrow. Mike Sherman of Bristol-Myers Squibb shares how the company champions community engagement through events like Super STEM Saturday, offering students across San Diego hands-on science activities and access to diverse role models. From lab demonstrations to interactive experiments, the conversation highlights how real-world STEM exposure can spark curiosity, build confidence, and show students from all backgrounds that a future in science is within reach.Bristol Myers Squibb's mission is to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases—pursuing bold science to define what's possible for the future of medicine and the patients we serve. For more information, visit BMS.com and follow on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

This week on Cooking With Positivity, we kick off another Monday & You episode by celebrating Women's Herstory Month and highlighting powerful women who paved the way in STEM and medicine.Inspired by the brilliance behind Hidden Figures, we go deeper into the stories of women whose work changed history. This episode features a spotlight on Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first Black woman physician in the United States, and Dr. Betty Washington Greene, a trailblazing chemist whose research helped shape the world of industrial science.We also recognize the modern-day women continuing that legacy today, reminding us that representation in science, medicine, and innovation still matters.Of course, we keep things true to the Cooking With Positivity mission by bringing it back to the kitchen with this week's Stretch the Pack Tip. One pack of chicken breasts turned into six nights of meals — from jerk chicken soup to casserole, Taco Tuesday chicken bites, and crispy chicken tenders — proving that creativity in the kitchen can stretch both your plate and your wallet.And our community mission continues:

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LES 67Liefde schiep mij als zichzelf.Het idee van vandaag is een volledige en nauwkeurige formulering van wat jij bent. Daarom ben jij het licht van de wereld. Daarom heeft God jou als de verlosser van de wereld aangewezen. Daarom wendt de Zoon van God zich voor zijn verlossing tot jou. Hij wordt verlost door wat jij bent. We zullen vandaag ons uiterste best doen tot deze waarheid over jou door te dringen, en ten volle te beseffen, al was het maar voor even, dat het de waarheid is.Tijdens de lange oefenperiode zullen we nadenken over jouw werkelijkheid en haar volkomen onveranderde en onveranderlijke aard. We zullen beginnen met deze ware uitspraak over jou te herhalen, en dan een paar minuten besteden aan het toevoegen van enkele verwante gedachten, zoals:Heiligheid schiep mij heilig.Vriendelijkheid schiep mij vriendelijk.Behulpzaamheid schiep mij behulpzaam.Volmaaktheid schiep mij volmaakt.Iedere eigenschap die in overeenstemming is met God zoals Hij Zichzelf definieert, is geschikt om te worden gebruikt. We proberen vandaag jouw definitie van God ongedaan te maken en die te vervangen door de Zijne. We proberen eveneens te beklemtonen dat jij deel uitmaakt van Zijn definitie van Zichzelf.Wanneer jij verscheidene van dergelijke verwante gedachten doorgenomen hebt, probeer dan alle gedachten gedurende een korte voorbereidende periode weg te laten vallen, en probeer daarna aan al je beelden en vooroordelen over jezelf voorbij te gaan om zo de waarheid in jou te bereiken. Als liefde jou schiep als zichzelf, moet dit Zelf in jou zijn. En ergens in je denkgeest ligt Het op jou te wachten.Misschien vind je het nodig het idee voor vandaag van tijd tot tijd te herhalen om afleidende gedachten te vervangen. Misschien ook vind je dit onvoldoende, en acht je het nodig om andere gedachten te blijven toevoegen die verband houden met de waarheid over jouzelf. Maar wellicht zul je erin slagen daaraan voorbij te gaan, en via de periode van gedachtenloosheid komen tot de gewaarwording van een stralend licht waarin jij jezelf herkent zoals liefde jou geschapen heeft. Vertrouw erop dat je vandaag veel zult doen om die gewaarwording naderbij te brengen, of jij je daarin nu geslaagd voelt of niet.Het zal vandaag bijzonder nuttig zijn het idee voor deze dag zo vaak je kunt te oefenen. Het is nodig dat jij de waarheid over jouzelf zo vaak mogelijk hoort, omdat je denkgeest zo in beslag wordt genomen door valse beelden van jezelf. Het zou je zeer ten goede komen wanneer je vier of vijf keer per uur, en misschien zelfs vaker, jezelf eraan herinnerde dat liefde jou schiep als zichzelf. Hoor hierin de waarheid over jouzelf.Probeer in de korte oefenperioden te beseffen dat dit niet je eigen nietige, eenzelvige stemmetje is dat jou dit vertelt. Dit is de Stem namens God, die jou herinnert aan je Vader en je Zelf. Dit is de Stem van de waarheid, die alles wat het ego je over jezelf vertelt, vervangt door de eenvoudige waarheid over de Zoon van God. Je werd door liefde geschapen als zichzelf.Alle tekst- werk en handboek klassen van Een Cursus in Wonderen met Elbert nu te beluisteren en te bekijken op https://decursusmetelbert.nl

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The musical film The Little Mermaid was released in cinemas on 24 May 2023. This movie highlights the importance of representations in the media. This effect has a name: the Scully Effect. The combination made for an unprecedented representation of women on TV at the time, with audiences far more accustomed to seeing scientists played by white men. The fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are grouped together under the name of STEM professions. And Dana Scully was one of the first female characters in such a field to feature on prime-time TV, which would inspire a generation of young women to start careers in STEM professions. The phenomenon has become referred to as the Scully Effect. Is there any data to back it up? Why did Scully become such an inspirational figure? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠What is the best time of day to take a shower?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How can I recognise ultra-processed foods?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠How does the 3-30-300 rule affect my mental health?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 7/10/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LES 66Mijn geluk en mijn functie zijn één.Je zult ongetwijfeld hebben opgemerkt dat we in de laatste lessen steeds de nadruk hebben gelegd op het verband tussen het vervullen van jouw functie en het bereiken van geluk. Dit gebeurde omdat jij niet werkelijk het verband ziet. Er bestaat echter meer dan alleen maar een verband hiertussen: ze zijn hetzelfde. Hun vorm is verschillend, maar hun inhoud is volkomen gelijk.Het ego voert voortdurend strijd met de Heilige Geest over de fundamentele vraag wat jouw functie is. Zo voert het ook voortdurend strijd met de Heilige Geest over wat jouw geluk is. Het is geen wederzijdse strijd. Het ego valt aan en de Heilige Geest reageert niet. Hij weet wat jouw functie is. Hij weet dat het jouw geluk is.Vandaag zullen we proberen voorbij te gaan aan deze totaal zinloze strijd en uit te komen bij de waarheid omtrent jouw functie. We zullen ons niet inlaten met onzinnig geredetwist over wat die is. We zullen niet hopeloos verwikkeld raken in het definiëren van geluk en het bepalen van de middelen om dat te bereiken. We zullen niet toegeven aan het ego door te luis teren naar zijn aanvallen op de waarheid. We zijn alleen blij dat we erachter kunnen komen wat de waarheid is.Onze langere oefenperiode beoogt vandaag jouw acceptatie van het feit dat er niet alleen een heel wezenlijk verband is tussen je geluk en de functie die God jou heeft gegeven, maar dat ze in feite identiek zijn. God schenkt jou niets dan geluk. Daarom moet de functie die Hij jou gegeven heeft wel geluk zijn, zelfs als het iets anders lijkt. De oefeningen van vandaag zijn een poging aan deze verschillen in verschijningsvorm voorbij te gaan, en een gemeenschappelijke inhoud te onderkennen waar die in waarheid bestaat.Begin de tien à vijftien minuten durende oefenperiode met het herhalen van deze gedachten:God schenkt mij niets dan geluk.Hij heeft mij mijn functie gegeven.Dus moet mijn functie geluk zijn.Probeer de logica in deze opeenvolging te zien, ook al aanvaard je de conclusie nog niet meteen. Alleen als de twee eerste gedachten onjuist zijn, kan de conclusie onwaar zijn. Laten we daarom tijdens de oefening een ogenblik nadenken over de premissen.De eerste premisse is dat God jou niets dan geluk schenkt. Dit zou natuurlijk onwaar kunnen zijn, maar om onwaar te zijn is het nodig God te definiëren als iets wat Hij niet is. Liefde kan niet schenken wat slecht is, en wat geen geluk is, is slecht. God kan niet geven wat Hij niet bezit, en Hij kan niet bezitten wat Hij niet is. Als God jou niet uitsluitend geluk geeft, moet Hij wel slecht zijn. En het is deze definitie van Hem die jij gelooft als je de eerste premisse niet aanvaardt.De tweede premisse is dat God jou je functie heeft gegeven. We hebben al gezien dat je denkgeest slechts twee delen heeft. Het ene wordt door het ego beheerst en is samengesteld uit illusies. Het andere is de woonplaats van de Heilige Geest, waar de waarheid verblijft. Er zijn geen andere gidsen dan deze twee waartussen je kunt kiezen, en er zijn geen andere uitkomsten mogelijk als gevolg van je keuze dan de angst die het ego altijd verwekt en de liefde die de Heilige Geest altijd ter vervanging daarvan biedt.Dus moet het zo zijn dat jouw functie of door God wordt vastgesteld via Zijn Stem, of wordt opgesteld door het ego, dat jij gemaakt hebt om Hem te vervangen. Welk van beide is waar? Als niet God jou je functie heeft gegeven, moet het wel het geschenk van het ego zijn. Heeft het ego eigenlijk wel geschenken te vergeven, aangezien het immers zelf een illusie is en alleen de illusie van geschenken biedt?Denk hier vandaag tijdens de langere oefenperiode eens over na. Denk ook na over de vele schijnvormen die jouw functie in je denkgeest heeft aangenomen, en de talrijke manieren waarop jij hebt geprobeerd onder leiding van het ego verlossing te vinden. Heb je die gevonden? Was je gelukkig? Hebben ze jou vrede gebracht? We hebben vandaag heel veel eerlijkheid nodig. Herinner je de uitkomsten eerlijk en overweeg ook of het ooit redelijk was geluk te verwachten van iets wat het ego ooit heeft voorgesteld. Toch is het ego het enige alternatief voor de Stem van de Heilige Geest.Je zult naar waanzin luisteren of de waarheid horen. Probeer deze keuze te maken terwijl je nadenkt over de premissen waarop onze conclusie rust. Wij kunnen deze conclusie delen, maar geen andere. Want God Zelf deelt die met ons. Het idee van vandaag is een volgende reuzenstap om het gelijke als gelijk, en het verschillende als verschillend waar te nemen. Aan de ene kant staan alle illusies. Alle waarheid staat aan de andere kant. Laten we vandaag proberen in te zien dat alleen de waarheid waar is.Bij de korte oefenperioden, waarvan je vandaag het meest nut zult hebben als je ze tweemaal per uur doet, wordt deze vorm van toepassing voorgesteld:Mijn geluk en mijn functie zijn één, omdat God ze mij beide gaf.Het vergt niet meer dan een minuut, en waarschijnlijk minder, om deze woorden langzaam te herhalen en er even over na te denken terwijl je ze uitspreekt.Alle tekst- werk en handboek klassen van Een Cursus in Wonderen met Elbert nu te beluisteren en te bekijken op https://decursusmetelbert.nl

In this inspiring episode, we delve into the journey of Kiwoba Allaire, founder of Girl S.T.E.M. Stars, and her mission to inspire underrepresented girls of color to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Discover how community, resilience, and strategic partnerships are transforming young lives and shaping future leaders.My vision is that one day these girls will walk into rooms not as guests, but as leaders.That they will be the engineers, the founders, the astronauts, the policymakers.And that they will reach back and bring the next generation with them.I am living proof that your worst moment can become your greatest assignment. And Girl STEM Stars is what obedience to that assignment looks like.The origins and motivation behind Girl Stem StarsKiwoba's personal story of overcoming health challenges to pursue her purposeHow industry leaders like Miriam Croaker and Yvonne Cagle inspire the next generationThe impact of partnerships with Google, NASA, and local governmentFuture plans for expanding STEM opportunities outside the Bay AreaStrategies for community engagement and sponsorship fundraisingPersonal insights and advice for aspiring change-makers in STEMAre you looking for ways to contribute? If so, please contact Mrs. Kiwoba Allaire at http://www.girlstemstars.org/

What happens when one of the world's most technically trained medical specialists begins questioning the deeper nature of consciousness, healing, and the human operating system? In this fascinating conversation, Darin sits down with renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Amir Vokshoor, whose work sits at the intersection of cutting-edge brain surgery, regenerative medicine, mindfulness, and the philosophy of consciousness. From performing delicate brain and spine surgeries to creating a "Brain Spa" focused on nervous system healing, Dr. Vokshoor explores how modern medicine is beginning to merge with ancient wisdom, emerging technologies, and a deeper understanding of the human mind. Together they unpack the future of spine medicine, stem cells, psychedelics, meditation, chronic pain, consciousness, and why collaboration across disciplines may be the only way to truly understand the brain. This episode explores one of the most fascinating questions in modern science: How much of our health—and even our identity—is shaped by the stories our brain tells us?     What You'll Learn Why neurosurgical training is one of the most demanding disciplines in medicine and how it shapes the psychology of surgeons The pivotal moments that changed Dr. Amir Vokshoor's view of medicine, including witnessing his father's battle with Alzheimer's Why modern healthcare often focuses on treating symptoms instead of understanding the root causes of neurological disease How the brain, gut, immune system, and environment work together as an integrated "grander nervous system" The science behind chronic pain and why it often becomes a brain-based condition rather than just a structural injury How regenerative medicine, including PRP, stem cells, and exosomes, is transforming the future of spine care Why back pain is the most disabling condition in the world and how new surgical technologies are changing treatment The role of mindfulness, visualization, and intention in surgical performance and patient healing How psychedelics and therapies like ketamine are opening new pathways for treating trauma, depression, and chronic pain Why our thoughts, beliefs, and repeated mental patterns may shape not only our behavior, but our long-term health and identity     Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to the SuperLife podcast and the mission of health sovereignty 00:00:33 – The exploding NAD market and why supplement transparency matters 00:02:17 – Introducing Dr. Amir Vokshoor and the philosophical side of neurosurgery 00:03:09 – How surgical training shapes personality through fear-based risk avoidance 00:04:22 – The intense demands and physical toll of neurosurgical training 00:05:38 – Why neurosurgery training often feels like medical "boot camp" 00:06:01 – The psychological transformation that happens during residency 00:06:33 – The moment a surgeon removes their first brain tumor 00:07:03 – Why the brain remains the most complex operating system known 00:07:31 – How humanity's view of the brain has evolved with technology 00:07:53 – The coming era of AI-enhanced human consciousness 00:08:22 – How humans may adapt to the technological singularity 00:08:47 – Can we code empathy and ethics into artificial intelligence? 00:09:31 – A fascinating study comparing empathy from AI versus human doctors 00:09:49 – Darin shares a frightening medical emergency involving his mother 00:10:36 – The importance of empathy in medical communication 00:11:00 – Why emotional intelligence may be as important as technical skill in medicine 00:11:27 – The harsh realities of physician burnout and shortened life expectancy 00:11:56 – A pivotal leadership moment inside the operating room 00:12:20 – Learning to lead through calmness rather than fear 00:13:20 – Viewing difficult moments in medicine as teachable experiences 00:13:47 – The moment Dr. Vokshoor's father developed Alzheimer's 00:14:13 – How neuroscience led him toward meditation and Buddhist philosophy 00:14:33 – The concept that our perceived reality may be a neurological construct 00:15:03 – How sensory inputs create the illusion of a stable reality 00:15:31 – Why loosening our grip on reality can open philosophical insight 00:16:13 – The limits of reductionist medicine 00:16:35 – The need to understand the root causes behind disease 00:16:55 – The fear surgeons have about becoming "too emotional" 00:17:20 – Why humanity and technical precision can coexist in surgery 00:17:58 – The use of mindfulness and visualization before surgery 00:18:25 – Lessons surgeons can learn from Olympic visualization techniques 00:18:48 – Intentionality and mental preparation before entering surgery 00:19:09 – Sponsor message: Fatty15 and cellular health 00:22:50 – How mindfulness enhances focus rather than interfering with surgery 00:23:16 – The concept of increasing "gain" in the nervous system 00:23:38 – The role of intention in healing and recovery 00:24:01 – Preparing patients mentally before surgery 00:24:25 – The mysterious healing power of belief and prayer 00:24:55 – Why surgery is partly artistic, not just technical 00:25:29 – The hidden role of creativity and art in science 00:26:25 – How AI could free humans to focus more on empathy and intuition 00:26:53 – Why modern medicine often stops caring once the surgery ends 00:27:10 – The need to support long-term neurological healing 00:27:32 – The connection between brain healing, gut health, and immunity 00:28:30 – How reductionist medicine became dominant in Western healthcare 00:29:16 – Doctors as their own "energy managers" through caffeine and glucose 00:30:05 – The confusion and controversy surrounding nutrition science 00:31:08 – The massive scientific focus on the amyloid hypothesis in Alzheimer's 00:31:32 – Billions spent on Alzheimer's treatments that ultimately failed 00:31:52 – The concept of "final common pathways" in neurological disease 00:32:17 – Darin shares his personal experience with chronic spinal injury 00:32:45 – PRP therapy and early regenerative treatments 00:33:07 – Stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine 00:33:32 – Culturing stem cells and emerging regenerative technologies 00:34:18 – The Wild West phase of stem cell medicine 00:35:02 – The risks of poorly regulated regenerative therapies 00:35:40 – Bone marrow stem cell injections for spinal repair 00:36:21 – Darin jokingly talks to his stem cells before injection 00:36:47 – The brutal reality of living with chronic pain 00:37:18 – Patreon message: building a conscious global community 00:38:22 – Regenerative medicine and the future of spinal repair 00:38:40 – Photobiomodulation and red-light therapy for healing 00:39:07 – Advances in artificial discs and spine surgery 00:39:51 – Why back pain is the most disabling condition in the world 00:40:26 – Motion-preserving spine surgery replacing fusion procedures 00:41:05 – The revolutionary potential of artificial facet joints 00:41:29 – Why spinal health determines long-term mobility and independence 00:42:00 – Replacing entire spinal motion segments 00:42:24 – The regulatory and financial barriers to new surgical technology 00:43:08 – Building interdisciplinary research teams to study the nervous system 00:43:35 – The concept of the "Grander Nervous System" 00:44:15 – The financial realities doctors face within the healthcare system 00:44:54 – Building independent research networks outside universities 00:45:20 – Why collaboration between disciplines is critical for progress 00:46:01 – Indigenous knowledge informing modern environmental science 00:46:34 – Collaboration as a catalyst for scientific breakthroughs 00:47:12 – Why ego and hierarchy often slow down scientific progress 00:48:04 – Balancing ego, leadership, and humility in medicine 00:49:05 – The importance of legacy and purpose in shaping one's career 00:49:51 – The concept of "Room Zero vs Room One" for mental training 00:50:18 – Meditation styles that train different brain states 00:51:24 – Psychedelics and the neuroscience of ego dissolution 00:51:45 – The danger of skipping the hard inner work 00:52:20 – Ketamine therapy for chronic pain and trauma 00:52:42 – Powerful transformations seen in psychedelic-assisted therapy 00:53:14 – Chronic pain as a brain-based disease 00:53:38 – The danger of treating structural problems while ignoring psychology 00:54:09 – Fear and avoidance patterns after chronic injury 00:54:37 – Habituation and the nervous system's adaptation to pain 00:55:21 – When illness becomes part of a person's identity 00:56:18 – The idea that the body may never make mistakes 00:57:17 – Tracing root causes behind disease expression 00:58:07 – The philosophical possibility that life events happen for us, not to us 00:58:53 – Mid-episode break and behind-the-scenes conversation 01:00:03 – Reflections on Darin's global travel and filmmaking work 01:02:58 – Dr. Vokshoor's idea for a book about thinking 01:03:29 – The brain's biological function of generating thoughts 01:04:15 – Training the mind the same way we train the body 01:05:13 – Are thoughts signals we receive rather than create? 01:06:06 – Why the brain constantly seeks stimulation and dopamine 01:07:03 – Meditation and psychedelics as tools to reset mental patterns 01:07:54 – How belief systems shape habits, behaviors, and identity 01:08:00 – The possibility that the human nervous system may interact with Earth's electromagnetic fields and the Schumann resonance 01:08:47 – The role of geomagnetic frequencies in brainwave activity and human physiology 01:09:30 – Could the brain be receiving environmental signals rather than generating everything internally? 01:10:12 – The relationship between alpha and theta brainwave states and grounding 01:11:05 – How modern technology and artificial environments may disrupt natural neurological rhythms 01:12:00 – The importance of reconnecting the nervous system with nature and environmental inputs 01:13:15 – How modern lifestyles disconnect the brain from the biological signals it evolved with 01:14:30 – The growing scientific curiosity around bioelectromagnetics and consciousness 01:15:40 – Why the nervous system may function more like a receiver than a generator 01:16:45 – Philosophical implications of consciousness interacting with the environment 01:18:00 – The mystery of where thoughts originate and how the brain processes information 01:19:20 – Why the brain constantly seeks stimulation, novelty, and dopamine 01:20:30 – The addictive loop created by modern digital environments and endless information 01:21:45 – How mindfulness practices interrupt the rumination cycle 01:22:50 – Rewriting mental patterns through intentional thought and belief 01:23:55 – The powerful relationship between belief systems and nervous system regulation 01:24:50 – Why habits ultimately shape identity and long-term health 01:25:40 – The importance of repeating thoughts and behaviors that move life toward a meaningful direction 01:26:20 – Final reflections on consciousness, healing, and evolving the human operating system 01:27:00 – Closing thoughts and wrap-up of the conversation with Dr. Amir Vokshoor     Thank You to Our Sponsors Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Truniagen: Go to www.truniagen.com and use code DARIN20 at checkout for 20% off     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Dr. Amir Vokshoor Website:drvokshoor.com Instagram: @drvokshoor Neurovella Brain Spa: https://www.neurovella.com/     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences      Key Takeaway The brain may be the most complex structure in the known universe — but understanding it requires more than reductionism. It requires humility, collaboration, and the courage to explore both the mechanical and the mystical dimensions of being human.

Dr. Marc Pietropaoli is an orthopedic surgeon and founder of Victory In Motion, home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®. A former fellow of Dr. James Andrews, he has spent more than 25 years advancing regenerative and non-operative orthopedic care. He was the first surgeon in the world to perform an FDA-indicated BEAR ACL repair outside of clinical trials. His mission is bold: make the world Knee Replacement Free by 2043. In this episode, Dr. Mark Pietropaoli shares how he went from traditional orthopedic surgery to pioneering regenerative approaches like stem cells, PRP, laser therapy, and his Victory Method to help people repair knees instead of getting knee replacements. RESOURCES: Learn more about Dr. Pietropaoli here: http://www.victoryinmotion.com Instagram: @drmarcpietropaoli Get his book "Repair Not Replace" here: https://amzn.to/4uclnk3  Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro 01:52 – Sponsor: Peluva minimalist shoe ad 03:47 – Dr. Pietropaoli's background 04:35 – Witnessing a knee replacement and asking "Isn't there a better way?" 09:12 – Training, indoctrination, and early exposure to regenerative tools (laser, PRP, PT, nutrition) 21:24 – Stem cells, aging joints, and why knees break down over time 48:51 – The Victory Method, clarity day, and full-body assessment process 53:19 – Testing, imaging, goal‑setting in one visit 53:57 – Virtual care, state licenses, and working with out‑of‑town patients 58:30 – Where to find Dr. Pietropaoli WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats   SOCIAL MEDIA:  Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison   INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv   If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!

Join us for a Super STEM Saturday mini episode! ASML's Program Manager of Society & Community Engagement, Misti Benson, joins the conversation to share how one of the world's most influential semiconductor companies helps power modern life. Through initiatives like Super STEM Saturday, Misti and her team demystify advanced technology and open doors for students who may not yet see themselves in STEM fields. ASML is investing in the next generation and building a more diverse, inspired future workforce.ASML internship program page, US internships for students & graduates | ASML careers, and a link to the open internships in San Diego, Find your job - Careers at ASML.

PlastChicks Lynzie Nebel and Mercedes Landazuri host Geoff Foster, CEO and President of Core Technology. They discuss how he founded his own plastics injection molding company, what's fueling their 300% growth since Covid, critical skills for engineering students, the importance of building diversity and inclusion into all levels of the company, the value of internships, considering potential employees from different industries, and the nonprofit Molding Kids for Success, which strives to educate youth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics by combining classroom experiments with real-world applications on the manufacturing floor. Watch the PlastChicks podcast on the SPE YouTube Channel.PlastChicks is sponsored by SPE-Inspiring Plastics Professionals and the Plastics Industry Association. Look for new episodes on the first Friday of every month.

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin yesterday presented 25 students from underrepresented backgrounds with scholarships to study a range of STEM courses, such as AI and cybersecurity, as part of the second phase of the Insight Research Ireland Centre for Data Analytics Scholarship Programme, supported by Google.org and coordinated by Dublin City University (DCU). The event took place in The Foundry, Google Ireland, Barrow St, Dublin 4. Students who received scholarships include members of the Traveller community, students who have been in the care of the state, students with disabilities and refugee students. The Insight Scholarship Programme, supported by Google.org, is the largest scholarship programme of its kind in Ireland. With a funding package of €1.5 million over five years, two cohorts of undergraduate students will receive scholarships to study in one of 230 STEM courses across 12 Irish universities. Forty-two students entered the programme in the first cohort in 2024. A further 25 will be presented with certificates by the Taoiseach at today's event. Scholars will be awarded €5,000 per year, up to a maximum duration of five years. Last year's scholars are now studying STEM courses, with dedicated mentoring support, across 12 Irish universities. Insight scholars come from a wide range of backgrounds, including the Traveller and Roma community, those who have experienced homelessness, students with disabilities, students who have been in State care, refugees and lone parents. Additionally, 60% of the scholars are women pursuing STEM degrees—more than double the national average, where women represent only 33% of STEM students in Irish universities. Taoiseach Micheál Martin said: 'Education is one of the most powerful tools we have to build a fairer, more inclusive Ireland. These scholarships represent far more than financial support; they are an investment in talent, ambition and potential that exists in every community across our country. By widening access to AI, cybersecurity and other STEM disciplines, we are ensuring that the opportunities of the digital age are open to all, not just a few. I want to congratulate each of today's scholars on their wonderful achievement. I also commend Insight, DCU and Google for their leadership in creating the largest scholarship fund of its kind in Ireland. Together, we are strengthening Ireland's future as a global leader in innovation while ensuring that no one is left behind.' Professor Noel O'Connor, Insight CEO, said: 'We are so proud of the 42 Insight scholars now thriving in their STEM studies across the country. These smart, ambitious students are the best expression of Insight's vision: to empower critically aware, creative communities and create a better society for all. This initiative has shown us not only what is possible, but also how urgently programmes like this are needed to drive equity, diversity and inclusion and ultimately to strengthen Ireland's and Europe's future in AI. We warmly welcome the new cohort of Insight scholars joining us today and wish them and their mentors every success.' Vanessa Hartley, Head of Google Ireland Google said: 'Google is proud to support the Insight Scholarship Programme, representing a €1.5 million contribution to Ireland's future tech talent pipeline. By focusing on AI and digital safety, this scholarship directly addresses the growing need to ensure equitable access to these essential skills, driving a stronger and more diverse foundation for Ireland's economy.' Programme Coordinator Megan Griffin said: 'This programme is designed to support students from underserved communities that have long experienced limited access to opportunity, recognising that the barriers they face extend beyond financial disadvantage. Many of our students come from areas with historically low progression rates to higher education, with some disadvantaged communities seeing only 15% of students entering university compared to over 80% in more affluent area...

Dr. Monique Guillory is the President of Dillard University. Much of Dr. Guillory's career has been at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). Her expertise includes academic program development, accreditation processes, STEM pipelines, and student success. Additionally, she has served on the cabinets of six university presidents. Prior to coming to Dillard, Dr. Guillory was chief of staff and senior vice president for the University of the District of Columbia (UDC), where she led the development of the institutional strategic plan and provided leadership for UDC's K-12 partnership with the Anacostia Feeder Pattern. She has also been among the executive leadership team at Jackson State University,  Xavier University of Louisiana, the Southern University System, and the University of the Virgin Islands. Dr. Guillory is a former member of the substantive change committee for the Middle States Commission for Higher Education (MSCHE), an experienced Middle States evaluator for regional accreditation, and previously served as member-elect for the Middle States Regional Council for the College Board.  She earned her Ph.D. in comparative literature and performance studies from New York University, where she was awarded the Arthur J. Schomburg Award for Excellence in the Humanities. She is the co-editor of “Soul: Black Power, Politics and Pleasure,” and is a former Mellon Fellow. Dr. Guillory is a fiercely proud New Orleanian who graduated from St. Mary's Academy and Tulane University.   ______________________________________________________________________ The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education BusinessYou've spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it's time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn't just another book; it's the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.I wrote this book because I've been where you are. I know what it's like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.Inside, you'll learn how to:✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnershipsWhether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.Grab your copy today and take control of your future.Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

This episode kicks off with a look at the unconventional path of Steve Goodgame, whose journey from agriculture to the Executive Director of the KISS Institute for Practical Robotics (KIPR) proves that the best tech leaders often come from diverse backgrounds. Steve and Ashley discuss the fundamental shift needed in STEM: moving away from "Lego-style" instruction manuals and toward Inquiry-Based Learning. At KIPR, the goal isn't just to build a robot; it's to build a problem-solver who can handle the frustration of a failing sensor or a bug in the code. The heart of the technical discussion centers on Botball, KIPR's flagship program. For the tech crowd, the "hook" here is autonomy. Unlike typical RC-style competitions, Botball robots are fully autonomous, requiring students to write sophisticated code in C, C++, or Java. Steve explains how this creates a high-stakes environment where the robot must "think" for itself on the game board. They also touch on the Junior Botball Challenge, which scales these complex engineering concepts down for younger students without losing the technical rigor. As the conversation turns toward the future, Ashley and Steve tackle the "elephant in the room": Generative AI. They explore how AI is being integrated into the KIPR ecosystem, not as a way to "cheat," but as a high-level tutor that helps students debug embedded systems and refine their logic. This leads into a preview of the 2026 "Stack Attack" season and the upcoming Global Conference on Educational Robotics (GCER) in Norman, Oklahoma.  Whether you are a developer, an educator, or a tech enthusiast, this episode is a masterclass in how we can use robotics to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world execution. Quick Links & Resources The Organization: KISS Institute for Practical Robotics (KIPR) The Programs: Botball Robotics and the Junior Botball Challenge The Tech: Virtual Botball Academy (Simulator and Online IDE) The Event: Global Conference on Educational Robotics (GCER) 2026 EPISODE CREDITS:Produced and edited by Ashley Coffey. Cover art designed by Ashley Coffey.Headshot by Brandlink MediaIntroduction music composed and produced by Ashley Coffey LINKSFollow Coffey & Code on Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, and YouTube for the latest emerging tech updates! Subscribe to the Coffey & Code Podcast wherever you get your podcasts to be notified when new episodes go live. © 2026 Coffey & Code Podcast. All rights reserved. The content of this podcast, including but not limited to text, graphics, audio, and images, is the property of Ashley Coffey and may not be reproduced, redistributed, or used in any manner without the express written consent of the owner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an interview with WBUR, Gov. Maura Healey acknowledged the seriousness of outmigration and laid out a plan to make Massachusetts a more attractive place to stick around.

Hydrogen is the smallest atom in existence, yet it shapes the entire universe. It fuels the Sun, forms the glowing clouds where new stars are born, and even powers the rockets carrying humans back to the Moon. In this episode of The Backyard Astronomer, we start with a stubborn hydrogen leak on the Artemis launchpad and trace element number one all the way back to the beginning of the cosmos.   #Astronomy #Space #STEM #STEMEducation #NASA Follow us at facebook.com/BackyardAstronomerAZ Check out the NAZ Astro mission of STEM education at facebook.com/NAZAstro Support STEM education patreon.com/NAZAstro Our awesome sponsors: facebook.com/manzanitains www.Manzanita-Insurance.com www.ManzanitaAccounting.com www.ManzanitaInsuranceAndAccounting.com www.BackyardAstroAZ.com

What happens when you finally give that brave, younger version of yourself permission to come back out and play? In this episode, author and teaching artist Alicia D. Williams joins Dr. Diane to talk about solo travel, rediscovering joy, and seeking kindness around the globe—from Paris and Mexico to Ghana, Ireland, and Italy.Along the way, we celebrate Alicia's beautiful new picture book, Nani and the Lion, and dive deep into the power of oral storytelling and read‑alouds to transform classrooms and kids' lives. Alicia names what many early childhood educators feel: we rush children into writing before we've honored the building blocks of story. She shares why story should begin with talking, acting, drumming, and drawing—and how oral storytelling grows vocabulary, empathy, expression, and confidence.Looking for the perfect book for Read Across America or World Read Aloud Day? Look no further. Alicia has given us a lyrical original folktale that celebrates courage, rhythm, and the power of finding your voice. Episode Chapters[01:07] Choosing bravery and joy through travel[06:55] What happens when you ask, “Show me how kind the world is”?[10:53] From invisible to seen -- finding community and connection[14:08] Curiosity, conservation, and connection[20:46] Nani and the Lion,Alicia introduces Nani and the Lion,—an original folktale rooted in rhythm, drumming, repetition, and big, participatory read‑aloud moments that invite kids to march, roar, and join the story.Alicia and Dr. Diane uncover the deeper theme: when you do the thing that brings you joy, you tame the “lions” that try to quiet you and help free others to be brave, too.[28:55] Joyful read‑alouds and playful learning through STEM[30:57] The power of oral storytelling[33:40] From spoken story to writers' workshop[35:16] Sneak peek: Nani and the Monkey[40:21] Choosing joy every dayAbout Our GuestAlicia D. Williams is an award‑winning author, teaching artist, and global traveler. She is the author of Genesis Begins Again (a Coretta Scott King Honor Book) and the new picture book Nani and the Lion,  Learn more on Episodes 29 and 77.Support the showShare this episode If this conversation sparked wonder, gave you a helpful strategy, or offered a needed reminder of hope, please share it with a friend or colleague. Subscribe • Download • Review • Tell a friend Stay updated with our latest episodes and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and the Adventures in Learning website. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

¿Qué nos cuenta el sector bancario esta semana? El talento femenino sigue ganando terreno en el sector bancario y el liderazgo femenino avanza con paso firme especialmente en las STEM. Las ramas de tecnología, ingeniería y datos donde las mujeres están cada vez máspresentes y lideran las promociones.Los bancos reconocen el talento de mujeres y hombres y apuestan por la diversidad como motor de progreso. Porque si la diversidad es un factor de competitividad, lo es más en unsector en el que las mujeres representan más de la mitad de la plantilla y creciendo. Y recuerda: el sector bancario, contigo.

What distinguishes organizations that capture real value from AI from those still experimenting?In this episode of AWS Executive Insights, Roger Premo, Global Head of Strategy at IBM, breaks down the practical lessons behind IBM's own AI transformation. From embedding generative AI into everyday workflows to codifying an agentic development lifecycle, IBM has paired leadership commitment with disciplined execution to drive measurable results.Premo discusses how hybrid cloud architecture enables agents to access data across heterogeneous environments, why data product management is now a business imperative, and how governance must be built into AI systems from the start. This essential discussion offers leaders a framework for moving beyond isolated pilots and building scalable, secure, and value-driven AI capabilities. Thank you to IBM for their partnership and participation in this discussion.

Christin Godale, Executive Director of LifeSciKY, and Savannah Doliboa, Chief Commercial Officer at CTI and LifeSciKY board member, explore how purpose built infrastructure can unlock the next generation of medical breakthroughs in our latest podcast episode.Together, they discuss why infrastructure is often the missing link in drug development, how regional collaboration fuels innovation, and what success looks like when companies outgrow the incubator and scale locally. The conversation also shows the human side of ecosystem building by focusing on investing in people, nurturing talent, and turning scientific breakthroughs into real world impact.LifeSciKY is a mission driven hub designed to lower barriers for startups, accelerate early research, and strengthen Northern Kentucky's biotech ecosystem. Through affordable wet lab space, shared equipment, workforce development, STEM education, and community partnerships, it gives innovators the support they need to move discoveries from bench to patient.00:30 An overview of LifeSciKY as a mission driven life sciences hub supporting early stage innovation.01:45 Christin and Savannah share the vision behind LifeSciKY and how it benefits the region.04:00 How the lack of wet lab space stalled regional growth and why infrastructure is essential to moving medicine forward.06:45 Who LifeSciKY Is built for: startups, hybrid AI companies, and entrepreneurs looking to turn science into viable products.08:25 What success looks like for biotech, including formation, fundraising, and scaling beyond the incubator.10:15 How connecting academia, hospitals, industry, and government is building a regional life sciences ecosystem. 12:20 Affordable access, nonprofit mission, and hands on support sets LifeSciKY apart from other incubators.14:20 How multiple years of state support and leadership brought LifeSciKY to its grand opening.18:10 Workforce development and STEM outreach are building the next generation of life sciences talent.22:00 The future of LifeSciKY and why Northern Kentucky could become a biotech hub.23:10 Highlighting a LifeSciKY company developing more accessible CAR T therapies for children.25:00 Ways founders, students, and community members can engage with LifeSciKY.26:10 Reflections on momentum, mission, and future therapies.28:05 In their closing thoughts, Christian and Savannah explore excellence and growth.

This week, Giovanna is joined by adventurer and explorer Steve Backshall Steve and Gi catch up on family life as he reflects on his childhood and how it shaped the person he is today. He also opens up about his wife Helen's inspiring journey training for the Tokyo Olympics just months after giving birth, and of course, there are plenty of tales from his iconic adventures along the way.LEGO® Education has launched four innovative STEM sets for young builders aged 7+, championed by explorer Steve Backshall. These sets turn children's big 'Why?' questions into hands-on, independent scientific discovery. Available today via select LEGO Stores and LEGO.com/LEGOEducation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of BaseCamp Live, host Davies Owens sits down with Paul Laywell, founder of Eureka Science Education, to tackle a lingering stereotype - classical Christian schools love great books, but struggle to do science with the same depth and rigor. Paul shares his journey from public school teaching to becoming a “one man science department” in a classical Christian school, and why he became convinced that science is one of the most integratable disciplines. Not by forcing a Bible verse onto every lesson, and not by stripping science down to formulas and memorization, but by teaching science as a story, with real people, real ideas, and real consequences. You will hear why Paul jettisoned most textbooks, how he uses history and philosophy to strengthen scientific understanding, and why families do not need to fear that a classical approach will “hurt” students headed for medicine, engineering, or other STEM-adjacent careers. In fact, Paul argues that what universities and employers need most are students who can think, reason, and ask good questions.

Send a text“Don't worry everything will work out.”-Edward ParkExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesWhat if the real threat to your legacy isn't market competition but silent biological decline happening beneath the surface? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Edward Park reveals the longevity playbook most high performers never see coming, exposing how sleep debt, chronic stress, inflammation, and cellular breakdown quietly sabotage energy, clarity, and long-term performance. He challenges conventional medicine, unpacks the science of telomeres and exosomes, and shows why managing symptoms is not the same as restoring vitality. If you want the stamina to enjoy your wealth, protect your legacy, and stay sharp long after the exit, this conversation will change how you think about health forever.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS00:04 The defining moment that forced Dr. Park to pivot from traditional medicine00:06 What exosomes really are and why they may outperform stem cells00:09 How obsessive entrepreneurship impacts sleep, cortisol, and long-term aging00:14 The truth about telomeres and why they matter for regenerative potential00:18 Why regenerative medicine challenges traditional healthcare incentives00:27 The single most powerful habit for reducing biological wear and tear00:36 Why most longevity breakthroughs are not front-page news00:42 Stem cells vs exosomes and what entrepreneurs must understand00:46 The childhood insight that shaped Dr. Park's perspective on health and presenceFull show notes, transcript, and resources for this episode:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/521The Deep Wealth Podcast Most entrepreneurs do not fail.They just carry too much for too long. The business grows. Pressure grows faster. Profits get harder to predict. Decisions cost more energy. Over time, focus slips and health takes the hit. The Deep Wealth Podcast and Deep Wealth Mastery are built from real experience. We're the only system based on a 9-figure exit. This system exists because guessing gets expensive.

¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo los drones pueden ayudar a los científicos a cuidar grandes espacios abiertos?

Idaho Women are rewriting the blueprint when it comes to everything from STEM to public policy.

As part of SWE's “Un Cafecito With a Woman in STEM” series, spotlighting Latina voices across the globe, this special episode of Diverse is presented in Spanish. Claudia Guerrero, SWE global ambassador and service program leader at GE Aerospace, sits down with host Doris Moreno Maldonado, process engineer at Kellogg's and lead of the SWE Latinos Affinity Group, for a conversation on antifragility, authenticity, and creating community wherever you are. Recorded live at WE25 in New Orleans, Claudia shares her journey as one of the first women in her family to study engineering in Mexico, her role in growing the SWE affiliate in Querétaro, and surviving a life-altering medical crisis. Hear how to move beyond resilience toward antifragility, build your personal board of directors, and lean into your unique authentic strengths. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting 50,000 members of all genders spanning 85 countries. We are the world's largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.

In this #AWSExecutiveInsights conversation, Tom Soderstrom, AWS Executive in Residence, talks with Erin Kraemer, Sr. Principal Technical Product Manager for AWS Agentic AI, who draws on 25 years at Amazon to explore how organizations move from AI experimentation to production, built on observability, guardrails, and bringing your people along the journey.

Aha moments don't happen by trying harder — they happen when your brain has space to wander!Join Guy, Mindy, and the gang as they explore the brain science of Aha moments, creative problem solving, and why daydreaming boosts both creativity and problem solving.After Guy spends two hours searching for glasses that are on his head, Mindy shares research connected to scientists at the University of Tokyo showing that mind wandering helps the brain form new connections and spark insight.To test the science, Mindy, Guy, and the gang tackle a classic river-crossing brain teaser in the wilderness — where nobody can be left alone without chaos erupting.In this STEM podcast episode, you'll discover:• What happens in the brain during an Aha! moment • Why overthinking blocks creative problem solving • How mind wandering strengthens flexible thinkingIf you struggle with puzzles, creative blocks, or problem solving, this episode is packed with science-backed tools to build a growth mindset and unlock better ideas!Sometimes the smartest move isn't focusing harder.It's letting your brain wander.It's the Who, When, Wow, How, and WOW of AHA! moments and the brain!

Today we welcome Liz Barron-Majerik to the R2Kast

Navigating the Modern College Admissions Landscape with Rick ClarkIn this episode of The College Admissions Process Podcast, I welcome back Rick Clark, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management at Georgia Institute of Technology and co-author of The Truth About College Admissions. With decades of experience leading enrollment at one of the nation's premier STEM institutions, Rick offers thoughtful insight into the seismic shifts reshaping college admissions — and what families must understand to navigate this process wisely.We begin with the evolution of STEM and the changing landscape of Computer Science. Rick explains how artificial intelligence and prompting fluency are influencing disciplines far beyond a single major. Computing is no longer confined to one department; it is becoming embedded across the curriculum. For students, the message is clear: depth matters, but adaptability matters just as much.One of the most powerful moments in our conversation is Rick's “soup” analogy for admissions. Shaping a class is not about evaluating students in isolation. Institutions must balance residency goals, academic program needs, institutional priorities, and long-term enrollment strategy. Sometimes an admissions decision reflects the composition of the class more than the qualifications of the individual applicant. Understanding this distinction can bring clarity — and perspective — to families navigating outcomes.We also discuss the importance of storytelling within the application. The Common Application is not simply a form; it is a narrative. Letters of recommendation should function as a meaningful “forward,” adding new insight rather than repeating what is already visible. The Additional Information section should be used with intention, reserved for context that genuinely matters.Rick also addresses the ethical use of AI tools, including ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, as strategic resources for clarity and precision — particularly when refining activity descriptions within tight character limits. Used wisely, these tools can support organization and concision while preserving authenticity.We also highlight practical tools such as the Common Data Set and Net Price Calculators — resources every family should use early to ensure both academic and financial fit.This conversation is grounded, transparent, and empowering. If you are looking for clarity in a complex admissions landscape — and a way to move through it as a unified family — this episode delivers exactly that.Georgia Tech - Undergraduate AdmissionGeorgia Tech - Enrollment Management NewsLink to Rick's Book

In this Get to Know we chat with Lindsey Murphy, the creator and host of the hit STEM web series The Fab Lab with Crazy Aunt Lindsey. From DIY projects to testing hypotheses at home, Lindsey's got all the fun activities to keep Rebels inspired and curious! [This episode originally aired in the app in Jan 2023.]

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Taia Rashid and Daphne Carter.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Taia Rashid and Daphne Carter.