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This week on the Pursuit of the Paranormal Weekly News Round-Up, Greg looks at three of the biggest stories from the world of UFOs, UAP and the paranormal.David Grusch has returned to The Joe Rogan Experience and says he believes a form of UAP disclosure could happen before Donald Trump leaves office. During the same conversation, Joe Rogan also revealed that White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller allegedly told him that information about UFOs was “going to come out”.We also look at the

The Real Pain of Punishment: Prison, Belonging, and the Quest for Humanized Justice(Cambridge UP, 2026)highlights the concept of 'belonging' as an unprecedented lens for critically interrogating the legitimacy of incarceration across penal theory, sentencing practice, and human rights frameworks. The chapters chart pathways for bridging the gap between the normative idea of punishment and the stark realities of prison life. The final chapter, written with scholars currently and formerly

Kelly Lytle Hernández joins Michael Stauch to discuss how the US immigration system has always been “racist by design.” Many Americans’ understanding of the immigration system begins with the Chinese Exclusion Act of the late nineteenth century. In Racist by Design: Two Centuries of U.S. Immigration Control(Norton, 2026),Lytle Hernández expands that history by a full century, showing how the Haitian Revolution of the 1790s inspired not only America’s first immigration bans (to prevent news of a

The Real Pain of Punishment: Prison, Belonging, and the Quest for Humanized Justice(Cambridge UP, 2026)highlights the concept of 'belonging' as an unprecedented lens for critically interrogating the legitimacy of incarceration across penal theory, sentencing practice, and human rights frameworks. The chapters chart pathways for bridging the gap between the normative idea of punishment and the stark realities of prison life. The final chapter, written with scholars currently and formerly

As the United Nations faces mounting geopolitical tensions, financial pressures, and new global challenges, what would meaningful reform actually look like? In this episode of International Horizons, RBI Fellow Peter Hoffman speaks with economist and Global Governance Forum Executive Director Augusto López-Claros about the UN’s record of achievements and shortcomings, the limits of past reforms, and the prospects for more fundamental institutional change. They discuss Security Council reform, the

The Real Pain of Punishment: Prison, Belonging, and the Quest for Humanized Justice(Cambridge UP, 2026)highlights the concept of 'belonging' as an unprecedented lens for critically interrogating the legitimacy of incarceration across penal theory, sentencing practice, and human rights frameworks. The chapters chart pathways for bridging the gap between the normative idea of punishment and the stark realities of prison life. The final chapter, written with scholars currently and formerly

Groceries are expensive, but there is a surprisingly simple way to leave the supermarket with a smaller bill — and it has less to do with what you buy than how you shop. I begin this episode with a technique that could help you spend less every time you go to the grocery store. Source: Eat This Not That by David Zinczenko(https://link.amazon/B03ckVUuD)For decades, we’ve been told the future would bring flying cars, human-like robots, smart cities, self-driving vehicles and all sorts of other

Nobel Prize awarded for work on optogenetics and galanin neurons; altering social and parental behaviors.

On this day, 3 October 2019, a series of protests led by Indigenous peoples began in Ecuador in protest at an austerity package backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) known as Decree 883. The bill, aimed at reducing public spending, included pay cuts and increases in fuel costs of at least 30%. The movement began with a strike of transport workers on 3 October. After unions called off the stoppage, Indigenous peoples then took the lead in organising disruptive street protests. After a

In 1933, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party transformed Germany’s political system and established a dictatorship that would profoundly change Europe and the course of world history. Twelve years later, the regime had collapsed, leaving behind a devastated country and a legacy that continues to shape historical study.This extra-long documentary follows the Nazi regime chronologically from its rise to power through the destruction of democratic institutions, the consolidation of dictatorship, propaganda

Creator Jesse McKeown built 'Below' around a premise easy to sum up in a sentence, a sea creature terrorizing a small town, and explains how he kept that pitch from overshadowing the family drama and economic unraveling he actually wanted to tell. Having spent years visiting Newfoundland and growing attached to it long before cameras rolled, he talks through the strange task of shooting the place he loves in a way meant to feel threatening and dread soaked on screen.Jesse walks us through how he and

No Bruises: When Psychological Abuse Becomes a Crime l Alexis InvestigatesPsychological abuse does not always leave visible injuries, but the damage can reshape a person’s freedom, health, relationships, and sense of self.Alexis examines coercive control, how courts are beginning to recognize patterns of domination, and when invisible abuse can cross into criminal territory.Alexis Knight l Facts first. Clarity Always.Investigating the facts behind the stories and trends shaping our world. Subscribe

Dr. Don Togade came to behaviour analysis through a deeply personal journey, one that began with trying to better understand himself.Don and Ben explore how that journey now shapes the way he teaches future behaviour analysts, from mindfulness, gratitude, and self-monitoring to cultural humility, feedback, and interdisciplinary collaboration. They also discuss AI, professional regulation, Mindful Seeds, and what Don sees as perhaps the most meaningful outcome of his career: becoming a kinder

EVERYONE who signs up to our giveaway wins a FREE spicy toy or gift card for toys from Bellesa Boutique! https://bbvibes.com/beersos #bbpartner Hey guys, Nico and Transcending-Z here! On today's episode of Beersos, we celebrate our 200th episode! We answer some deep questions you sent us, and then we play a minigame where we have to guess the Beersos episode based on a hate comment we got on it. Support the show

The Tower is a product of the transatlantic slave trade. Beckford’s ability to build, and to collect, was made possible by a vast fortune built on the profits of sugar plantations in Jamaica and the stolen labour of thousands of enslaved Africans. This wealth gave Beckford a life of privilege, and enabled him to collect and commission unique and influential artworks by some of Europe’s greatest artists and makers. It also gave him power over the lives of others. Understanding the source of

"Follow the bear far enough back, and history starts telling a very different story."   The Habsburgs became one of the most powerful royal dynasties in European history, rising from a relatively modest castle in what is now Switzerland to rule Austria, Spain and vast territories across Europe. This episode follows the Habsburg trail from their mysterious early origins around 1020 through Rudolf I, Maximilian I, strategic royal marriages, the Spanish Habsburgs, generations of inbreeding and

"Lady With the Dog and Other Stories" by Anton Chekhov is a compelling collection that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the intricacies of everyday life. Chekhov's masterful storytelling captures the nuances of love, longing, and the moral dilemmas faced by his characters, making these tales both timeless and relatable. The themes of emotional conflict and the search for meaning resonate deeply in today's fast-paced world, reminding listeners of the enduring nature of human

In this special episode, Risa Williams is joined by Erica Curtis and Darrin Kagele to talk about ways to make the upcoming season feel Festive, Not Frantic! So often, the stretch between October and December can feel stressful and chaotic to experience, when most of us are trying to find the fun of being with family and loved ones instead. So, what can we do to navigate it in an easier way? They discuss: -Simple ways to pause, reset, and reflect upon what it is you want during this time per...

Fred Busch, PhD, discusses his recent book, How Does Analysis Cure? He talks through the core principles of psychoanalysis, focusing on the importance of representations, language action, and the role of the ego. Additionally, he explores how understanding unconscious processes and working with resistance can enhance therapeutic effectiveness. How Does Analysis Cure?: