Is the internet just floating in the sky? Is it made of magic—or cat videos?In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we’re asking a question you’ve definitely thought about: What is the internet actually made of? And the bonus question: Can you visit it without a password? Join host Alex as we explore the surprisingly physical world behind the digital one. Spoiler: the internet isn’t a cloud—it’s cables, servers, routers, and a whole lot of blinking lights. In this fun, beginner-friendly

Sarah and Stephen (and some surprise guests!) discuss a New York bill that would allow workers to use sick leave to care for their pets. Is it the cat’s whiskers, or is it barking mad?Read the full blog post here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billtrack50.substack.com

Steve and Cat talk about the resurgence of female rock bands. Ready to rock? Fashion Designer Miuccia Prada is our one awesome lady this week. History Channel's "Alone" is our What Ca Watchin. Peach Shot is the shot of the week . Band of the week is Town Mountain.

Now playing in movie theaters: 73 minutes of cat videos --- would you go see it for a good cause? Greg and Holly discuss and speak about the efforts surrounding film in Utah as 6 new productions have been approved for filming in the state of Utah. Holly ends the show with her facts of the day, including that today is the anniversary of the tornado that rocked SLC in 1999.

Steve and Cat discuss how to deal with a complainer. Do you complain too much? Chemist Alice Ball is our amazing lady this week. "Billy Joel: And So It Goes" is our What Ca Watchin. Shot of the week is the Washington Apple Shot. Band of the week is New Zealand's The Beths.

Patrick Gutfield exposes a real-life cat burglar named Leo who’s been stealing socks across New Zealand, then digs into why your electric bill is sky-high (hint: blame A.I.). Plus, Jay Leno misses the days when late-night hosts just told jokes and didn’t pick sides. Portions of today’s show were made with the help of A.I. and a very judgmental utility bill.

Mindy and Boots talk with Vicky and Tiffany about a local effort to save stray cats and recent changes in Ohio laws addressing animal cruelty.

The Pacific Northwest is known for its towering trees. Douglas-firs rank as the second highest tree species in the world and can reach heights of over 300 feet, about as tall as the Statue of Liberty. Whether chasing a bird or escaping predators like coyotes, some terrified cats get stuck high up in trees. In Oregon and Washington, arborists aid cats crying for help. The nonprofit Canopy Cat Rescue helps cats throughout Washington. The Oregon Humane Society offers a list of

Steve and Cat discuss the movie and fast food cross promotional marketing. Does the food even taste good? Our tough SOB of the week is Bass Reeves. Netflix documentary "Ann Bradley is Missing" is our What Ca Watchin. Shot of the week is Swedish Fish shot. Band of the week is Muscadine Bloodline.

Patrick Gutfield breaks down the weekend's wildest political moments: Trump posting cobra-catching videos to distract from Epstein file pressure, Hunter Biden threatening to invade El Salvador on a podcast, and why the President's social media strategy resembles your aunt's Facebook feed. Plus, how a house cat apparently has better presidential prospects than Hunter Biden.Thanks to our sponsor  https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Happiness-Experiment/Carl-B-Barney/9798886452891

Steve and Cat discuss the lack of manners in society today. When was the last time you held a door for someone? Our Tough SOB this week is Horse Trainer D. Wayne Lucas. "My mom, Jane" HBO Documentary is our What Ca Watchin. Shot of the week is Water Moccasin. Band of the week is The Bug Club.

Steve and Cat talk about the trials and tribulations of trying to fix something yourself. Are you a Handy Man or Woman? Chemist Dorothy Hodgkin is our one awesome lady this week. Netflix's thriller "Dept. Q" is our What Ca Watchin. The Watermelon shot is the shot of the week. Iceland's Arny Margaret is our band of the week.

On the Friday Round Up, Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift with guests Lucas Meyer and Andrew Caddell dive into the week’s most buzzworthy stories—from a Superman-fueled spike in dog adoptions and the cat vs. dog superhero pet debate, to bro dates and viral workplace kiss cams. They also tackle serious headlines including a language rights battle in Quebec, controversial political statements, rising political resistance to Poilievre, and troubling justice and military misconduct cases

Steve and Cat talk about the big decision whether to have children or not. Are your children childless by desire? One awesome lady this week is Sandra Diaz. HBO's "Pee Wee as Himself" is our What Ca Watch. Shot of the week is the Tequila Pick Me Up. Band of the week is Australia's Girl And Girl .

A newborn and a cat.That’s who she was thinking about as bombs fell on Tehran.In this episode, we hear from a woman in her thirties who didn’t flee the capital during the war.Instead, she stayed—caring for her infant child and her cat, listening to the sounds of explosions, unsure what would happen next.This is a short, raw voice message recorded days before the ceasefire.A quiet reflection on fear, survival, and the small things we try to protect when everything feels uncertain.

Patrick Gutfield unpacks America’s "fertility crisis" as Trump declares himself the “Fertilization President” and floats a $1,000 baby bonus—because diapers apparently cost three bucks? Meanwhile, JD Vance thinks cat ladies shouldn’t vote, and Trump’s solution to low birth rates is… less immigration. Across the globe, China is locking down AI tools like Tencent and ByteDance during the gaokao exam to stop students from cheating. Steel-reinforced rooms, fingerprint heists, drones, and pantsless

A Notebook LM review of the June 2025 United States Supreme Court case of Riley v. Bondi, Attorney General, addressing two key issues regarding judicial review of immigration decisions. First, it determines that an order from the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) denying Convention Against Torture (CAT) relief is not considered a "final order of removal" under 8 U.S.C. §1252(b)(1), meaning the 30-day appeal period does not begin with the BIA's CAT decision. Instead, the Final

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Steve and Cat give you their update for the current Triple Crown races. Our awesome lady of the week is Daisy Edgar Jones. Netflix's Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders is our What Ca Watchin this week. Shot of the week is Sex on the Farm drink. Band of the week is The Moons