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Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.
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Building HVAC Science covers a broad array of topics in building science and HVAC diagnostics, as well as human comfort, health, and safety. Hosted by HVAC measurement and building performance experts Eric Kaiser & Bill Spohn, this show will take a deep dive into all things that relate to buildings and people in the built environment. This show is a production of TruTech Tools, LTD.
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A little show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening today. It's a quick hit of insight into work, business, the economy, and everything else. Listen weekday afternoons. Try Planet Money+! a new way to support the show you love, get a sponsor-free feed of the podcast, *and* get access to bonus content. You'll also get access to The Indicator and Planet Money Summer School, both without interruptions. sign up at plus.npr. ...
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PNRI Science: Mystery & Discovery goes beyond the jargon to explore the passion and people at the forefront of genetic research. Our host, Jack Faris, is CEO of Pacific Northwest Research Institute, a 68-year-old genetics and genomics research institute in Seattle. He is also a regular guy who happens to spend his days around really smart people. Jack interviews PNRI’s brilliant scientists to share what excites them about genetic research, what inspired them to become scientists, and those m ...
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Nootropics or eugeroic boost brain function with impressive benefits. Interested people are eager to know how they function and how to use these pills to boost their bottom line. Modafinil.org is your ultimate modafinil and armodafinil online resource, which makes it easy to acquaint oneself with the most accurate and useful information about these meds. It specializes in bringing you the best of the best modafinil guide including buying guides, product guides, informative user-guides, as we ...
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The L.A. Report is a breakdown of the day's top news from Southern California, featuring the award-winning reporting of LAist 89.3 FM – L.A.'s number one NPR station. Hosted by Susanne Whatley in the morning and Nick Roman in the afternoon, it's the smart way to start and end your day. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.
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Is “smart” tech the new stupid? Tech addiction, sleep-disturbing blue-light, electromagnetic radiation, and goldfish-level attention span… how can we do better? On the Smarter Tech podcast, safe tech advocate Nick Pineault and his guests will inspire you to use technology in a way that’s safe, mindful and health-promoting. Episodes release monthly. Topics will include the risks of excessive exposure to electromagnetic radiation, artificial light and health, tech addiction, children and scree ...
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Running a business is tough. Every day challenges and obstacles pop up that can keep you from achieving your goals. Most of the time you know what to do; you learn to rely on your own business acumen and experience; but wouldn’t it be nice to have a team of experts behind you to back you up? The Small Business Edge podcast was created to be your team of experts. In my 25+ years of publishing magazines and newspapers for business owners, I had the good fortune to meet some incredibly smart pe ...
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A podcast about healing and preventing cancer with nutrition & natural therapies, and living life with joy and purpose! I was diagnosed with stage IIIC colon cancer in 2003, at 26 years old. I had surgery but refused chemotherapy. I chose faith over fear, changed my entire life, and used hardcore nutrition and natural therapies to heal. My doctor told me I was "Insane", but he was wrong. :) Today I am a best-selling author, blogger, global health & cancer coach, and speaker. My site (chrisbe ...
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Animal News: The Podcast

Matthew Butler, Kristin Ingram, and Jake Crabbs

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Animal News: The Podcast, four words that have never been strung together before, is a collective effort of three people. The three people are Matt, Kristin, and Jake. Occasionally, guests attend the podcast, but for the most part, we are talking about the most important things in the world, the inconsequential guests, the animals. If you like Animals, and you like News, and you like weirdly used commentaries on things that don't matter so much, you're going to be pleasantly surprised with A ...
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❓ Ever wondered how the #WaterIndustry was reacting to our World's Water Challenges? Water Scarcity? #SDG6? PFAS? Climate Change? Circular Economy? Digitization and Smart Water? 💪 Get the Water Market pulse for free. In one hour per week, while you do the dishes! 📈 We talk water investment, water tech, water entrepreneurship and water market with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, book authors, scientists, investment funds, VCs, and C-Level experts from water majors. ➡️ Leverage their insights, ...
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Fleet FYIs is a podcast for fleet professionals by fleet professionals - tackling topics like budget cuts, dips in the market, new product launches, smarter fleet management strategy and so much more. So many people are on the move – now more than ever. Fleet FYIs by Utilimarc helps you on the go or behind the desk, making fleet management a little easier. We're bringing two-decades worth of data insights and expert analysts together in conversation. Join us every week for a new episode on d ...
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Click-bait headlines, fitness bros, nutrition zealots and influencers try to get us to buy into every new extreme and make us question everything. Is rice bad for me? Should I be running every day to be healthy? Do I need to worry about protein? What about Keto? Rachel Hunter is an evidence-based nutrition coach tired of the status quo. #Health isn't for people that look, eat, exercise or flex a certain way. It is not just for the beige Instagram biddies. Here to firmly plant herself in the ...
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An original podcast from T-Mobile for Business and iHeartRadio, Jonathan Strickland connects with the world’s most unconventional thinkers, the leaders at the intersection of technology and business, to understand how they continue to thrive in a world of complex organizations and lightning-fast technology. How do these executives innovate and enable change, both inside and outside their companies, and what are they looking forward to tackling next? Let’s find out…
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Hi, this is Calum Irving, here today talk about Internet use and addiction, which some of you might be familiar with seeing as you're on the Internet listening to this right now. Today I'll be talking to 4th year psychology student Catriona about Internet users and addiction. Catriona is currently in the process of writing her dissertation which surrounds the topic of Internet use and individuals that are likely to use it. I posed some questions to Catriona about why Internet addiction is su ...
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Let's drive in the slow lane on Sunday mornings. Pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea and just take a deep breath. Are you searching for something interesting to listen to that can be uplifting? Or, offer you a new perspective about the world? You have landed in the right place. I love plants, the arts, and living on this big blue/green planet Earth too. So join me on Sunday mornings to brighten your day with new knowledge or just light, fun educational entertainment. I just got my hot cuppa ...
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Norwalk says it won't build new homeless shelters — the state says that's illegal. A nonprofit reports that about 30% of Orange County cities made progress on climate action plans. A partial lunar eclipse will be visible and it peaks at tonight. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Sup…
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The co-hosts return with answers to YOUR questions. In this episode of listener questions, we dive into why storefronts don't just fill up, how Tiny Desk found its secret sauce, and whether there's an ideal level of staff turnover. Tiny Desk Donation Page Related episodes: Anatomy of a Layoff (Apple / Spotify) Pay Cuts Vs. Layoffs For sponsor-free …
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California wildlife officials are sharing new details about the mountain lion that attacked a five year old boy earlier this month. The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles debuts a new exhibit today on wild wolves and humans. Tonight the September Harvest moon will experience a partial lunar eclipse. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donatin…
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LAist obtains a city commissioned report on formulas to determine rent control hikes. We talk to David Wagner about it. How food pantries are taking on a new role during climate emergencies. A new exhibit at the Hammer looks at paths to climate justice. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.…
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Nippon Steel says it wants to keep jobs in America as it looks to buy out US Steel. And economists say: that makes sense. But U.S. presidential candidates are pushing back. Today, we'll look at the role politics plays in distorting economics and find out whether that's what's happening in Pennsylvania and some other battleground states. Related epi…
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An LAist investigation looks closer at rent control in the city of Los Angeles. Cooler temps helped firefighters tackle some big blazes in the Southland. Shogun showed them all last night at the Emmy's. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://laist.com…
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A man suspected of starting the Line Fire will face arraignment in San Bernardino County court tomorrow. Researchers think the Upper Newport Bay could be key to understanding how rising sea levels will affect the world's salt marshes, which capture carbon dioxide. And a look at the Peterson Automotive Museum's lowrider parade today. Plus, more. Sup…
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Mild weather and a strong marine layer are good news for firefighters this weekend, but the three major fires in Southern California are still far from full containment. Shohei Ohtani is on track to making baseball history: So far this season, the Dodgers star has notched 47 home runs and 48 stolen bases. And a guide for starting to compost with no…
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Jill Replogle looks at a Vietnam War memorial in Fountain Valley built by a nonprofit sued for allegedly misusing public funds. Former Trump throws support behind landslide response. A look at Long Beach's climate-friendly Heritage Restaurant. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Suppo…
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It's ... Indicators of the Week! We roundup the economic indicators that caught our attention. On this (kinda) spoOoOooky Friday the 13th, we were morbidly curious about higher household incomes, a Keurig K-Cup kerfuffle and, believe it or not, the return of Fyre Festival. Related Episodes: Wake up and smell the fraud How much would you do this job…
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Mountain High Ski resort escaped major damage from the Bridge fire but staff says its not out of danger. More homes in the Rancho Palos Verdes peninsula will have their gas shut off starting Monday. And festivities kick off this weekend for Central American and Mexican Independence day. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/jo…
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In this episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn are joined by Chris and Cheryl Moore, the founders of Harmony Turbines, to discuss their innovative approach to wind energy. Chris and Cheryl share the origin story of Harmony Turbines, which started as a personal project in Chris’s basement, driven by his desire…
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Cooler temperatures bring some relief for fire crews working to control three SoCal wildfires. An earthquake struck Malibu this morning. Why some residents were warned with an earthquake alert. And we visit an indoor farm in Compton. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the sho…
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The Department of Justice thinks Apple has violated an antitrust law, pointing to its ecosystem of apps and products. Apple, for its part, thinks the DOJ is wrong on both the facts and the law. Today on the show, why the DOJ brought this lawsuit against one of the largest companies in the world and why it matters for all you smartphone owners out t…
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We want to give you the latest on an earthquake that struck just before 7:30 a.m. this morning near Malibu. No damages have been reported. This is a breaking news update to The L.A. Report A.M. edition. We'll have additional developments and details on LAist.com and LAist 89.3. And listen to the rest of today’s L.A. Report for more of today’s top s…
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A Norco man accused of starting the Line Fire will face a judge today. Residents in San Bernardino's twin peaks community worry about the Bridge and Line fires. We'll take you to the vertical farm in Compton, specializing in leafy greens. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the…
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Tragedy strikes the Wright household ... Breaking down the big Trump-Kamala debate ... Are debates actually valuable? ... Kamala’s worst debate moment (according to Bob) ... Elon vs Taylor Swift, Brazil, and himself ... Bob and Paul argue about free speech ... Heading to Overtime ...De către bloggingheads.tv
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Three major big fires are burning across SoCal. Reporter Jacob Margolis brings us the latest. Reform bills, influenced by LAist’s investigation, are before Gov. Newsom to be signed into law. The benefits of foraging in your own neighborhood. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support…
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Barcelona has always attracted crowds, but now it's attracting protests from locals angered at the negative consequences of being one of Europe's most popular destinations. This is especially true as large cruise ships can dock close to some of the city's most famous landmarks. On today's show, we look at how cruise ships are both driving revenues …
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Authorities have arrested a man in connection with the massive Line fire burning in the San Bernardino mountains. The flames of the Airport fire are heading towards Riverside County as it doubled overnight. Can we reduce the carbon impact of our food by eating what's growing on trees on LA streets? Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at …
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What does it take to Create a 500 Million dollar bio-based market? And how can you replicate these strategies for your own growth-stage endeavors? Let's find out with this Episode! More #water insights? Connect with me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoinewalter1/ #️⃣ All the Links Mentioned in this Video #️⃣ 🔗 Come say hi to Riikka on L…
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Give yourself a hug and take a deep breath and let’s chat with renowned Suicidologist Dr. DeQuincy Meiffren-Lézine. He is an absolute wonder and helps us understand the risk factors for suicide, prevention strategies, socio-economic factors, gender statistics, LGBTQ+ suicide prevention, what happens if you call a hotline, thoughts on hospitalizatio…
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Reporter Jacob Margolis on wildfires in LA, Orange & San Bernardino counties. The L.A. County health officials identify first-ever local case of dengue. Nearly 50% of water drawn from the Colorado River goes to growing feed for livestock. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support th…
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A weird thing is happening in West Texas. Natural gas prices have gotten so low, energy producers are actually paying to give it away. Today, why it's happening and whether it's a big concern. Plus, who else won a Beigie award! Related episodes: Texas' new power grid problem (Apple / Spotify) The debate at the heart of new electricity transmission …
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Evacuation orders are in place as three major wildfires torch SoCal. A Los Angeles Unified construction project has uncovered a treasure trove of marine fossils. Hollywood bids farewell to the legendary James Earl Jones. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support the show: https://lai…
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“If there's a way for an animal to evolve to block cancer, I want to know what that is. I think it has the potential to be really useful for humans.” - Dr. Michael Metzger In this episode of PNRI Science: Mystery and Discovery, PNRI CEO Jack Faris interviews PNRI’s Assistant Investigator, Dr. Michael Metzger, about contagious cancer in clams. This …
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The Line, Bridge and Airport fires continue to char acres. LAist reporter Caitlin Hernandez has tips for dealing with the poor air quality. We take a look at how some communities in the San Fernando Valley are responding to climate change. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com. Support t…
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In 2019, Philip Esformes went on trial for one of the biggest Medicare fraud cases in history. His longtime family rabbi said Philip Esformes was an upstanding citizen ... when he lived in Chicago. Malcolm Gladwell was fascinated by this case and the prospect of a city changing a man. He covers this in his forthcoming book Revenge of the Tipping Po…
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The Line fire burning in the city of Highland is now 3% contained and has scorched more than 20,000 acres. It's been 100 degrees for the past few days but the good news is that we are in the last stretch of the heatwave. It's climate solutions week and we're exploring how some San Fernando Valley residents are transforming their lawns into edible g…
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The Line Fire in San Bernardino County has grown to more than 17,000 acres. About 50,000 LADWP customers have lost power throughout the current heatwave. And maybe you've seen the autonomous Waymo e-taxis around town, but what's it like calling one? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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The National Weather Service says the end of our heatwave is in sight ... but you'll have to bear with it through Monday. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called a special session of the legislature to find a way to lower gas prices. And Shohei Ohtani is close to setting a first-ever MLB record. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/joi…
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There is expected to be a lot of demand for manufacturing jobs in the coming decade, but many of those positions will be left unfilled. So Darnell Epps set out to close that gap by connecting employers with workers and showing potential workers what's appealing about these jobs. Today, we dig into Darnell Epps journey through both law school and tr…
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Is Ukraine’s Kursk invasion failing? ... Why Russia may outlast the West in Ukraine ... Zelensky’s cabinet shakeup ... Prospects for a peace deal ... Russian elites’ views on the war ... How the Global South can help end the conflict ... Heading to Overtime ...De către bloggingheads.tv
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It's the hottest day of the SoCal heatwave and some L.A. mountains are now under a red flag warning. Some older Angelenos looking for help to beat the heat can get free portable air conditioning units next week. Some dinner inspiration for this hot weather. Plus more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://lai…
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In the recent episode of the Building HVAC Science Podcast, hosts Eric Kaiser and Bill Spohn welcome Brynn Cooksey, the owner of Air Doctors Heating and Cooling. Brynn, who is deeply involved in the HVAC industry and building performance, shares his journey from growing up in a family-run HVAC business to becoming an influential figure in the indus…
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A heatwave is already bringing dangerous temperatures, and it's going to get worse before it gets better. How the entertainment industry is faring with TV shows production out of LA. Libby Rainey explains why video game performers are out on strike. Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.…
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Recently, singer/rapper/entrepreneur Pitbull agreed to pay $6 million to Florida International University for the naming rights to its football stadium ... an unusual move for both parties: a musician paying for their name on a stadium, and for a college to name their stadium after a musician. How does this move benefit the college? How does this m…
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