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The Biofriendly Podcast

Your beacon of light in a gloomy environment, The Biofriendly Podcast is 3x International award-winning educational series! Hosted by Noel Carroll and Jacob Givens. Episodes air every Friday. Check out www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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29:49

What’s Happening Next!

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/11/17

If you missed last week's episode, then you missed our announcement that The Biofriendly Podcast (as it is) is making an exciting transformation into a new show! We won't give away all the details yet, but make sure to listen and learn more about where things are headed, hear some of the surprises, and get ready for us to elevate human nature. Don't change that dial!

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14:43

The End of Podcasts

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/11/10

After nearly five years on the air, The Biofriendly Podcast presents a surprising twist that will unravel everything you know about this podcast. You don't want to miss this week's episode with an ending that will SHOCK YOU!

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42:50

Land O’ Lithium

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/11/03

While electric vehicles take over the roads and legislation aims to ban fossil fuels, one must wonder if all this mining of minerals comes at a high price for our planet? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we uncover a treasure trove of lithium on our very own U.S. soil, but the whereabouts of this valuable resource might be off-limits.

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24:49

They’re Heeeere! The Science of Ghosts

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/10/27

Can it be that ghosts occur naturally in the environment? From trapped angry energy stored in stones to vibrating eyeballs that tell a different story, we bust these ghostly tales wide open in this special Halloween episode of The Biofriendly Podcast.

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32:52

Science Discovers: Zombies Are Real!

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/10/20

Did you know that zombies are real?! This week on our 'fun-sized' Halloween episode of The Biofriendly Podcast, we ravenously devour into the scientific facts of zombie ants, infected snails and mindless mice. Find out the horrifying truth about what makes a zombified ant shake it's gaster in the air like it just don't care.

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18:31

Robot Manta Ray: Seaweed Assassin

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/10/13

Did you know that seaweed absorbs way more CO2 than rainforests, but unfortunately billions of tonnes are washing up on beaches in the Gulf of Mexico because of our changing climate. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we take the plunge into a bizarre 'Roomba meets Pac-man' device designed to collect seaweed and sink it to the bottom of the ocean, and we are pleasantly surprised when a cast of famous characters turn up on this episode.

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26:13

The Great Receipt Deceit

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/10/06

Although a tiny slip of paper might not seem like a big deal when it comes to the environment, a new bill in California aims to permanently switch to digital receipts. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look into why these proofs of purchase are getting into landfills and under your skin, what we can do to prevent them, and what is the official verdict on pumpkin spice?

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54:42

Junk Foods That Are Good For You?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/09/29

It's easy to get overwhelmed with what we can and cannot eat when it comes to a healthy diet, and factoring in how it affects our environment makes it even more complicated. But hey, if we are going to heal the planet together, we've got to be fed, right? This week we share a few delicious foods that you can enjoy without feeling guilty as they can be good for you, we review our recent trip to Orlando, and why are some of us thinking about the Roman Empire?

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42:56

Leave the Leaves!

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/09/22

Once the autumn leaves begin to fall we all reach for the rake and start to clean them all up, but this year... don't bother! Unless of course your plan is to rake them into a perfect jumping pile, then by all means go for it. But there are plenty of good nutrients in those fallen leaves to help your soil, and letting them lie is the best way they can get into the ground. So join us for this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we sing a little song about leaving them be, share the best ways to embrace

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48:45

How Is the Climate Changing Our Wine?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/09/15

The wine industry is going through a lot of changes now that we have to re-think our farming strategies in certain regions, but not all of it is bad news. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we choose a bottle of red and a bottle of white to sip on new scientific data, see how people are rethinking wine bottles, and how are you supposed to find the right sustainable brand when you go shopping?

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49:40

Stop E-Waste From Taking Up Space

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/09/08

We were inspired by a recent story about one young man's creative use for discarded vape batteries, so we decided to plug in to exactly where we are with electronic waste and what is being done to prevent it from growing. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about Apple and the right to repair, how being a gear-head is making a comeback with gadgets, and who exactly is Woobly McSquibs?

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42:53

No More Soggy Paper Straws?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/09/01

On our debut episode of the Biofriendly Podcast we talked about plastic straws and how avoiding them could be helpful for the environment, but now a team of scientists have been hard at work in creating the perfect paper straw that won't get soggy. Tune in as we take a sip out of the subject 200 years later, discuss why some research takes priority over others, and what happened in Los Angeles during Hurricane Hilary?

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26:40

Can We Stick To Glue?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/08/25

What are we supposed to do with glue? We've all heard the stories that your stick of glue is part Seabiscuit, but how much of the sticky stuff is made of natural or synthetic ingredients? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about where glue first firmed up, some adhesive advancements and how Elmer's is married to milk.

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50:40

Good Green Grilling

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/08/18

It's summertime and the heat is on, so go ahead and fire up that grill too for some delicious backyard BBQ. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss the environmental differences between charcoal, gas and electric grills, and what you can do to make sure your food and the air around you stays clean. So grab some tongs and click them twice before letting this episode sizzle, make sure you keep your grills as long as possible, and don't miss our classic story about breakfast in Germany.

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57:48

Hottest Month Ever. Now What?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/08/11

It's been reported that July 2023 was the hottest month in our recorded history, so where do we go from here? On this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about some of the science behind measuring our weather from thousands of years ago, what we can do about this heat, and did Sammy Hagar create the perfect metaphor for our Earth's climate? Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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01:09:29

Don’t Be Afraid of Sharks

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/08/04

Shark populations off US coasts are slowly rebounding and that's great news! Before you cue the Jaws theme and swim back to shore, this week's episode of The Biofriendly Podcast is all about embracing sharks and learning why you shouldn't be afraid of them. Join us as we explore why sharks are crucial for our ocean's ecosystem, what to do if you come face-to-face with one, and are Noel and Jacob opening up a new place called Disco Sushi? Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast:

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54:31

Banned Bulbs and the Future of Light

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/07/28

It's time to bid farewell to the incandescent bulb once and for all as we usher in an era of LED lights that strive to last the longest. But what will be the next creative invention to light our way into the future? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about the brilliant minds crafting efficient bulbs, how bacteria could one day illuminate a room, and are Noel and Jacob the last two kind Highlanders?

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55:28

How Do We Clean Up Space Junk?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/07/21

When you look up at the night sky full of stars, you might not be able to see all the space junk... but Houston, we definitely have a problem! As we continue to put more satellites into our low-Earth orbit, we increase the amount of decomissioned clutter floating around which is adding up fast. This week we blast off into some space age solutions for galactic garbage, discuss the pros and cons of space tugs, and do our best Roy Orbison impression.

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33:14

What is Biomimicry?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/07/14

Can a lotus flower help create a self-cleaning house? Are termite dens the new hip office spaces? And what does a beaver have to do with furry wetsuits? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss several innovative examples of biomimicry, why engineers deserve more credit, and finally why is Gilbert Nets banned from the Great Barrier Reef?

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26:27

Gorilla Hail and Thirsty Street Trees

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/07/07

Bizarre weather events are causing gigantic hail stones that have earned an intimidating nickname, and those urban street trees might want the rest of your caramel macchiato! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we continue our summer nugget series with a double whammy of environmental stories as we talk about what's causing this 'gorilla hail,' why your neighborhood trees are not getting the water they need, and why you should never create a non-dairy dairy farm. Subscribe to The Biofriendly

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