Since the first moment of conquest, colonizers and the colonized alike in Mexico confronted questions about what it meant to be from this place, what natural resources it offered, and who had the right to control those resources and on what basis. Focusing on the ways people, environment, and policies have been affected by political boundaries, in Rooted in Place: Botany, Indigeneity, and Art in the Construction of Mexican Nature, 1570–1914 (University of Arizona Press, 2025) historian Dr. Rick A

Efficiency is the engine that powers human civilization. It's the reason rates of famine have fallen precipitously, literacy has risen, and humans are living longer, healthier lives compared to preindustrial times. But where do improvements in production efficiency come from? In The Origins of Efficiency (Stripe Press, 2025), Brian Potter argues that improving production efficiency--finding ways to produce goods and services in less time, with less labor, using fewer resources--is the force

In this episode of Grow Sessions, host Mark Doherty sits down with Drew Greco, cultivator and consultant at Greenstar Cultivation Services, for an eye-opening conversation on mastering efficiency at scale in an episode titled "People, Plants and Profits: Mastering Efficiency in Large Scale Operations."From overcoming early construction challenges to implementing cutting-edge cultivation technologies, Drew shares how his hands-on experience, from managing 75-gallon reservoirs to leading

CIO Report: Clinical Data Migration Challenges and Best Practice Advice On this episode, host Beth Friedman sits down with Darin Ryder, Senior Vice President at e4health and former IT executive at UF Health, Brookmeade Healthcare, and several national consulting firms. Recorded live at the Georgia HIMSS Annual Conference, their conversation centers on a recent CIO survey and roundtable led by e4health. They discuss beyond the buzzwords, tackling the realities of clinical data migrations during EHR

Unwind with Ocean Breeze Lullaby, presented by Ocean Sounds, the official podcast of OceanSounds.com. This episode offers peaceful beach sounds, ideal for meditation, stress relief, or falling asleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note: This episode was recorded on September 17, 2025.When you think of meteorology, you probably think of someone giving a weather forecast on TV. But predicting the weather requires a whole team of scientists, from those who run simulations in labs to researchers on boats, and even a few who fly planes into storms to get measurements up close. In this episode, we invite Colorado State University graduate student Delián Colón-Burgos to teach us all about forecasting hurricanes. She guides us

The source provides an extensive overview of the OSIRIS-REx mission, detailing the seven-year effort to collect and return a pristine sample from asteroid Bennu. It explains the meticulous selection criteria for choosing Bennu, noting its carbon-rich composition and favorable orbital mechanics. The episode highlights the precision engineering of the spacecraft, particularly the TAGSAM mechanism and the extreme contamination control protocols required to protect the sample during collection and

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Forget the movie stereotypes — witchcraft isn’t about hexes, curses, or cauldrons bubbling in the dark. It’s about energy, intention, and connection. In this illuminating episode of The Grave Talks, we sit down with Holly Faust and Jen Plastini to explore what it truly means to be a witch in the modern world. Rooted in ancient traditions yet evolving with the times, witchcraft today focuses on self-awareness, empowerment, and harmony with the natural world

Some hauntings hit you like a scream in the dark — others arrive in silence, leaving you questioning what you just experienced.The first story comes from Aaron, who was just sixteen when a summer gaming night with a friend turned into something out of a nightmare. Around 2 a.m., his friend stepped into the dark hallway and froze. He swore a pale girl with long black hair and eerie white eyes appeared inches from his face — then vanished. Seconds later came two heavy thumps, and when they gathered

This week on MonsterTalk, Blake and Karen are joined by Matthew Baxter to revisit Karen’s classic investigation book Haunting America — newly re-released in paperback just in time for Halloween 🎃. Together they discuss how the book began as a project for the James Randi Educational Foundation (JREF), the fieldwork behind its famous cases, and the updated edition’s new conclusion and color photos.👻 Topics discussed:• Origins of Haunting America — conceived at the JREF as a skeptical investigation

What is the relationship between religion and economic development? Does economic development mean fewer people become religious, or more? What causes people to believe, and does organised religion adapt as societies change, and competition from other religions increases?Sara Lowes of UC San Diego, Eduardo Montero on the University of Chicago, and Benjamin Marx of Boston University are the authors of a new review of religion in emerging and developing regions. They talk to Tim Phillips about how

This week we dive into the what does the world look like on the road in 10 years. Agriculture is often a dangerous job, and vehicle collision is a big part of that. Join us for another riveting episode of the Prairie Farm Podcast.hokseynativeseeds.com (for backyard prairie mixes, hunting habitat, and bee and butterfly gardens)

In this episode, Jess and Sarah welcome pediatrician Dr. Diane Arnaout to explore the challenges of modern parenting in an era of information overload. The scientists examine how parents navigate conflicting advice and widespread misinformation about infant health and safety. Dr. Arnaout addresses the nuanced realities of infant feeding, providing evidence-based perspectives on both breastfeeding and formula feeding while challenging common misconceptions. Throughout the conversation, the experts

Join us on this episode as Amanda Perry Carl chats with Erik Larsen, Owner of TransformIT Technology Consulting. In this episode, we discuss some critical topics related to technology in the agricultural industry! Technology, particularly IT, are such important components of today's agricultural industry, so you will not want to miss "IT"!

Antibiotic resistance isn’t just a looming problem. It’s a global crisis. Every year, more than one million people die directly from resistant infections, and another 5 million die indirectly. Routine infections are becoming life-threatening, and healthcare systems worldwide are under pressure. Despite decades of warnings, pharmaceutical solutions are falling behind, while “superbugs” continue to outpace new drug development. If trends continue, by 2050, antibiotic resistance could claim 10 m...

Total cholesterol and all-cause mortality by sex and age: a prospective cohort study among 12.8 million adults* The Ideal Cholesterol Level ... Depends...And Cannot Be Determined From Observational StudiesStructured vs Self-Guided Multidomain Lifestyle Interventions for Global Cognitive Function: The US POINTER Randomized Clinical Trial* Can We Please Stop Asking if Crossword Puzzles Prevent Dementia? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to

​From Samhain to Candy Corn: The Psychology Behind Halloween’s EvolutionIn this Halloween special, Jim and Ralph uncover how an ancient Celtic festival honoring the dead transformed into today’s playful, candy-filled celebration. From Samhain’s bonfires to trick-or-treating traditions, they explore how fear, faith, and community shaped the holiday — and what our fascination with costumes and scares reveals about human psychology. LEARN MORE Go to our You Tube

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Janak Dhakal from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore explains the growing concerns surrounding foodborne pathogens in pet food, focusing on Salmonella and the emerging threat of avian influenza (H5N1). He discusses key research on antimicrobial resistance, differences between raw and kibble diets, and new FDA regulations shaping the pet food industry. Stay informed and listen now on all major platforms!“Raw pet foods can carry pathogens

This "Digging in the Dirt" starts off with Tom Anderson, who is Director of communications at CT Audubon Society and editor of the Connecticut state of the birds report. We talk about all the threats that our birds are facing.  Habitat loss, pesticides, windows and feral cats.Then joining me is Megan Clendenan  author of The book Just in Case: Saving Seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault  A recent review said of her book,  "This tale has an unusual ecological theme that makes seed

touchEXPERT FOCUS for touchOPHTHALMOLOGYListen to a series of interviews with two medical retina specialists and a biomarker expert who will provide their insights into the pathophysiology of diabetic macular oedema (DMO), including the inflammatory mechanisms of disease and how they may impact treatment. The faculty will also consider the clinical utility of optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging biomarkers and emerging evidence on the evolving role of corticosteroids in the management of