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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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26:22

Sustainable Surfboards and Wetsuits? We Are Stoked!

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/06/30

Hang ten with a reduced carbon footprint, brah! Everyone knows that surfers are in tune with nature, but the wetsuit and surfboard industry has room for improvement. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we ride the wave of companies leading the way with green alternatives, why neoprene is the villain, and were we plagued by accessories in the 1980s?? Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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24:17

Fungi Is the Fun Guy Our Planet Needs

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/06/23

Certain types of fungi can make up a vast network of carbon storage for our planet, which is why researchers are pleading that these little Mycorrhizal miracles be spared. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about the importance of symbiotic relationships in nature, how the fungal network is important in more ways than one, and why Noel and Jacob would happily give up their bodies to sentient fungus so they can finally take a break and relax.

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20:49

Are Worms Smarter Than We Are?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/06/16

We continually discover new things about the world around us, and that even goes for simple creatures like the worm-- which might not be as simple as we thought! Turns out that worms are making complex decisions which could change the way we understand how behaviors are relevant to an animal's natural life. Join us this week for our first 'Summer Nugget' series of The Biofriendly Podcast where we talk about the science of worms and how they might be better at making decisions than people!

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51:56

Stop Mining! There’s Undiscovered Fish Down There

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/06/09

A deep-sea mining hotspot in the ocean known as the Clarion-Clipperton Zone has uncovered 5,000 new species from a recent expedition, which raises concerns about disturbing this unique ecosystem. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we learn about some of these new discoveries, teach about the dangers of mining with an Irish jig, and celebrate the triumphant return of Veronica to the podcast! Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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48:14

Airships and Hydrogen Powered Freight

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/06/02

Airships are making a comeback! With the increased pressure to reduce our CO2 emissions from air travel and the complications of electrifying a plane, companies are emerging with new ideas for these floating giants. This week we weigh the benefits of helium versus hydrogen, more ways to get our shipped goods into the skies, and will a soulful R&B jam convince Veronica to return to the podcast? Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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52:38

Your Stressed Plants Have Something to Say

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/05/26

A scientific study recently revealed that our plants are making audible sounds when distressed, which changes the way we perceive how organic material is communicating to the living world around them. On this week's Biofriendly Podcast we explore how these sounds are caused, why lab testing can be like a horror movie, and are Noel and Jacob moving into an apartment together? Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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51:54

Will Whisky Save the Oysters?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/05/12

After centuries of overfishing and bottom trawling, oyster populations in Scotland have dwindled in the Dornoch Firth. Thanks to a partnership between Glenmorangie distillery and a group of marine scientists and conservationists, they will restore oysters to the area which will not only improve water quality and biodiversity, but also help us pronounce Glenmorangie the correct way, and protect all the cute oysters from harm! Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast:

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01:10:12

Is A.I. the Problem or Is It Still People?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/05/05

By now you've seen countless articles about AI (artificial intelligence) getting out of hand as things like ChatGPT are driving this so-called 'robot revolution.' But before you climb into your underground bunker fearful of the rise of machines, check out this week's Biofriendly Podcast where we discuss some of the ways AI can be good for humanity, why it's more important to keep your eyes on the humans utilizing these tools, and did Jacob lose all of his mustache super powers? Subscribe to The

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01:03:56

No Mow May

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/04/28

Originating in the UK, 'No Mow May' aims to pause mowing during the month of May, allowing flowers to bloom in your lawn to help early season pollinators. Since the viral trend is now gaining traction in North America, we decided to discuss some of the pros and cons, explore alternative lawn care methods, and do we need to build a Motel 6 for bees? Subscribe to The Biofriendly Podcast: https://www.biofriendlyplanet.com

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01:07:50

Has Earth Day Gone Corporate?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/04/21

Happy Earth Day! To celebrate the 53rd year of Earth Day on April 22nd, Jacob decided to bring in a pop quiz about this year's theme, "Invest in our Planet." Things take a wild turn as Noel gets worked into a frenzy by corporate jargon and the floodgates break open about some of the frustrating aspects of the green business. As we work together to change our world, we hope to be a beacon of light in a gloomy environment and have a good laugh about the things that drive us crazy.

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50:47

All That Glitters Is Plastic

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/04/14

We all know that glitter can add pizzazz to your party, but these tiny shimmering sparkles may be more of a problem for our planet than you thought! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we talk about just how much waste this nano-plastic leaves behind, share some unusual glitter alternatives, and are the boys bad at Dungeons & Dragons?

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01:03:17

Despite the Fighting, Happiness is Up by 25%

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/04/07

After spending only a few minutes online, you'll be convinced that the world has never been more divided as everyone seems to be at each other's throats. However according to the latest data collected by the World Happiness Report, we are doing much better than we thought! This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we delve into some of the anger-baiting news topics, and how certain countries are rising above the petty squabbles, and will the children of tomorrow ditch the news forever? Find us at

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46:02

Capturing Wind Energy Without Blades

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/03/31

Wind turbines come with a fair number of challenges, many of which make them difficult to install on top of buildings or homes due to their size. But can a new rooftop technology harness wind power quietly with the same airflow science for race cars? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look at motionless wind generation, why you need to know which birds are in danger, and do Noel and Jacob only have 30 minute memories? Find us at BiofriendlyPlanet.com

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01:02:48

What is Carbon Capture and Storage?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/03/24

Every day we continue to push more carbon into the air from our biggest industries around the world. While a lot of efforts are being made toward renewables, we still need a solution on how to capture carbon from our atmosphere and store it away safely. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss a recent carbon capture discovery that uses copper, how some tech companies have some crazy ways of storing carbon, and it's important to remember that this... is a show about patience. Find us at

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01:01:13

Enzyme Energy and Mycelium Meat

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/03/17

Is it possible to pull energy out of thin air? A recent discovery of a natural enzyme that can produce electricity from hydrogen in our atmosphere could be a game changer. And with the popularity of TV shows like The Last Of Us, you may be concerned about seeing a bundle of branching fungi known as mycelium (or mushroom root), but it could be a delicious and nutritious meat substitute. You have to listen to this week's Biofriendly Podcast for your blend of education and silliness. Find us at

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48:45

The High Seas Treaty and the Dread Pirate Veronica

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/03/10

After nearly two decades of negotiations, the United Nations High Seas Treaty has finally been approved to conserve and sustainably use our ocean beyond national boundaries. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we discuss what the High Seas Treaty aims to accomplish, how we can prevent further sea-faring shenanigans, and do Noel and Jacob need to call upon the Dread Pirate Veronica to inspire fear and love?

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48:23

Can We Forge Green Steel?

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/03/03

As efforts are under way to move steel production away from coal-fired furnaces, which produces around 8% total global emissions, manufacturing green steel is no easy task. This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we look at 'green hydrogen' as one potential solution, how these changes will impact the developing world, and our riveting chat reminds us that whoever smelt it... dealt it.

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47:54

Singing Trash Cans and Super Pigs

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/02/24

It's a Biofriendly Podcast double whammy as we throw two very different stories at you in one episode. First up, we have an uplifting turn of events out of England where some musical trash containers inspire a beach community to keep things clean. And secondly, did you know that 'super pigs' that threaten agriculture and wildlife are on the loose in North America? Make sure to check out the podcast that other serious environmental shows don't want you to know about.

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41:43

Golf and the Environment Part 2

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/02/17

Welcome back! *golf clap, golf clap* Last week we ended the show on a cliffhanger, so for Part 2 we dig in a little deeper and discuss the importance of the sport to communities, the innovative designs that incorporate the natural environment, and finally what efforts can be done to improve the sustainability of golf while still finding our joy in everyday life!

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33:37

Golf and the Environment Part 1

The Biofriendly Podcast ·

2023/02/10

Golf courses are increasingly being criticized for having a negative impact on the environment, but what can be done to help the sport be more sustainable? This week on The Biofriendly Podcast we tee up a few of the major issues in question, take a swing at some potential solutions, and celebrate our milestone of 200 episodes of the show!

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