Tom Szaky's journey is fascinating, one of extreme innovation. His firm, TerraCycle, recycles ~400 different products and materials. Ted asks right off the bat, "Do you really recycle soiled diapers, cigarette butts, shoes, juice pouches, and chewing gum?" Tom quickly makes clear that everything can be recycled... at a cost. He has clearly used his ingenuity to develop revenue streams, for instance, support from tobacco companies that want to address littered butts and disposable diaper

This Big Blend Radio conversation with debut author Claudia Daher dives into her powerful new science fiction novel, “R.A.T.S: Revolutionary Army of Teens – We Are One” (Pegasus Publishing, September 28, 2025). The story follows a diverse group of teens secretly training in an alternate reality video game to defend Earth against water-stealing aliens — a thrilling adventure that bridges timelines from ancient Atlantis to a near-future Earth facing climate catastrophe.In celebration of Unity Day and

Topic: The Smurl Haunting/ParanormalMaxim W. Furek is an author and researcher whose work spans psychology, addictions, music journalism, and paranormal culture. His investigations into folklore, true crime, and America’s “high strangeness” have been featured across print and digital media, with a special focus on the Pennsylvania coal fields—what he has called the Coal Region Hoodoo.His academic background includes a Master’s degree in Communications from Bloomsburg University and a Bachelor’s

From Waste to Innovation: The Engineering Behind Biogas Plant Development In this episode of Trash Talk, Dan Waineo—Director of JADE Biogas Engineering—unpacks the technical and strategic process behind building full-scale renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities. From analyzing landfill gas curves and composition to pioneering cryogenic nitrogen removal systems, Dan shares how JADE’s innovative team transforms complex challenges into efficient, scalable energy solutions. Discover w...

If the world is to thrive for many years to come, it must take action against climate change as soon as possible before it is too late. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Jared Blumenfeld, President of Waverley Street Foundation, who pioneered a spend-down strategy in climate philanthropy to make green energy and regenerative food more accessible to the public. He talks about the role of solar energy to empower local communities, allowing them to adopt regenerative farming, improve food distribution

In this episode of Mysteries of UFOs, we examine the Malmstrom Air Force Base UFO Incident, one of the most astonishing encounters connecting UFOs to nuclear weapons systems. On March 24, 1967, personnel at Malmstrom AFB in Montana reported a glowing red object hovering above the missile launch facilities. Moments later, ten nuclear missiles abruptly went offline, one by one, becoming completely inoperable. Inside the underground control capsule, Captain Robert Salas received panicked reports from

Send us a text In this special 'FROM THE ARCHIVE' episode of the Everything Weather Podcast, we're joined by Jason Fraser, a dynamic meteorologist and founder of Drizzle Weather. Jason shares his journey from journalism to meteorology, engaging STEM education, and the challenges and rewards of weather communication. From a lively weather fantasy draft to personal anecdotes about overcoming the fear of flying and inspiring future meteorologists, this episode is packed with insights and fun. We...

AccuWeather meteorologists explain why October is responsible for some of the most notorious Atlantic hurricanes in history and what climatological differences it brings compared to other months of hurricane season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Emma and Aputik meet George and his incredible team of Canadian Inuit dogs. As George harnesses his dogs to the qimutsik (dog sled) and shouts commands in Inuktitut, Emma experiences the power, precision and beauty of one of the Arctic’s oldest traditions.From learning the dogs’ language to discovering how they navigate blizzards and even take “beach vacations” in summer, Emma realizes these aren’t pets – they’re partners, vital to Inuit survival for thousands of years. With each glide across the

Send us a text Adam Parker is a seasoned brand leader with over 13 years of experience building consumer goods brands into household names. Currently leading Ocean Saver, a UK brand creating plastic-free, plant-based cleaning products that protect ocean life. He's passionate about scaling next-generation brands that are transforming entire categories. Prior to Ocean Saver, Adam was the first employee and Managing Director of PÄRLA, a plastic-free oral care brand that he established as the #1 ...

Today's episode is about minerals, specifically rare earth elements that quietly power our modern world, from electric vehicles to missile guidance systems. These 17 obscure materials are the backbone of our 21st century technologies, and right now they're overwhelmingly controlled by a single country, China. We'll break down what rare earths are, why they matter, how China came to dominate the global supply chain and what the US can realistically do to catch up. We'll also talk about America's

For more than 30 years, Dr. Marsha Dickson has worked to make fashion more fair. From research and teaching to launching the Better Buying Institute, she’s led the change to center supplier voices and responsible purchasing in the pursuit of decent work. Now, as she steps away from day-to-day leadership and into a much-deserved retirement, Dr. Dickson reflects on what’s changed — and what still needs to be done.Learn more about Better Buying at cascale.org/tools-programs/better-buyingVisit Under

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Did you know that this podcast is produced by Digital Stormwater? Digital Stormwater B2B Visibility & Digital Marketing, making a difference in stormwater 1 click at a time! They do all things digital. Check them out at DigitalStormwater.com because the best-known beats best every time.Key Takeaways Flexamat design: Concrete blocks with embedded geogrid over erosion control blankets. Designed to vegetate through 30 percent openings. Mowable surface when established. Install made simple:

Did you know that this podcast is produced by Digital Stormwater? Digital Stormwater B2B Visibility & Digital Marketing, making a difference in stormwater 1 click at a time! They do all things digital. Check them out at DigitalStormwater.com because the best-known beats best every time. Key Takeaways Quotes In this episode of the Stormwater World […]

In the flop of a movie, Waterworld, Kevin Costner's character (spoiler alert!) develops gills as an adaptation to a flooded planet altered by climate change. This plays into the all-too-prevalent misconception that as the Earth warms, we humans don't need to worry — we'll simply evolve and adapt. In this episode of Safeguarding Sound Science, host Mat Kaplan talks with Libby Cowgill, associate professor of anthropology at the University of Missouri, Columbia, and NCSE Executive Director Amanda L

Here's my latest forecast for the next several days. It turns drier after this morning's showers.

Hannah's guest for this episode is Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh who is director of the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations at the University of Bath.Lorraine is an environmental psychologist, specialising in perceptions and behaviour in relation to climate change, energy and transport. She regularly advises governmental and other organisations on low-carbon behaviour change and climate change communication. As part of her work she has also worked closely researching the behaviour of

In this video, I explore the history and current state of university turfgrass programs—from their rise during the post-war boom in golf, parks, and sports fields to their decline in recent decades. I explain how turfgrass faculty positions are created and filled, what factors lead to the loss of those positions, and why many programs are now disappearing altogether. I connect the dots between enrollment trends, industry funding, and the shifting priorities of universities that have left turfgrass