Everyday Environment delves into the intricate web of connections that bind us to the natural world. From water, air, energy, plants, and animals to the complex interactions within these elements, we aim to unravel the ties that link us to our environment. Through a variety of educational formats, including podcasts, blogs, and videos, we strive to foster a deeper understanding of these connections among the residents of Illinois. Explore more at go.illinois.edu/everydayenvironment. Hosted b ...
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Past guests include: Horatio Sanz, Mindy Sterling, Rob Corddry, Erin Hayes, Louie Anderson, Garrett Morris, Darlene Hunt, Brooks Wheelan, Rawle D. Lewis, Senta Moses-Mikan, Frank Caliendo and a whole lot more... Hollywood Anonymous(HA)is a conversational show about the ins & outs as well as the ups & downs of working in Hollywood. Bryan Erwin & Jon Huck have a combined 40 plus years working in this town... and no one knows who they are. But that's OK, because you will definitely know some of ...
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Dive into the world of the extraordinary. Garrett Hayes brings you face to face with individuals who defied norms and bravely embarked on extraordinary inner and/or outer journeys. Tune in to uncover the courage and resilience that fuels these fascinating stories. It's time to Take the Plunge into a world of endless possibilities.
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Beyond the Menu is a podcast that takes a deep dive into the inner workings of the restaurant industry beyond what you see on the menu. On this podcast, we’ll talk to top tier restaurant operators and innovators who are shaping the industry, spearheading trends, and leading the way for the future.
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Welcome to the Daily Grind! It is here where you can learn from some of the world's top entrepreneurs, influencers, and experts on topics ranging from business, health, finance, and entrepreneurship. If you are seeking guidance and mentorship, this podcast is for you.
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Dr Bryce Fleming and Comedian Isaac Butterfield delve into the minds of successful people to find out what makes them tick. This unlikely duo have a uncanny way of mixing humour with knowledge to reveal peoples Modern Day Thoughts
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Investigating solar energy and agriculture: agrivoltaics and climate change
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This week we’re joined by Dennis Bowman, Extension Digital Agriculture Specialist with Illinois Extension. Our team was fascinated by our discussion with Dennis about agrivoltaics and University of Illinois’ major research project within this field. Discover what agrivoltaics is all about, why agricultural land is such an attractive target for sola…
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Exploring carbon markets as part of emissions reduction goals
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This week we’re joined by Sarah Sellars, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Sustainable Farm and Food Systems at South Dakota State University. We’re chatting with Sarah about agricultural carbon markets and their potential as one piece of the puzzle to meeting climate goals. Learn more on the blog. Resources to learn more: The Partner…
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Cover Crops not Mudslides: empowering youth on climate change.
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Join us this week as we chat with Peggy Anesi about her career in empowering youth about climate change. By keeping it local and empowering them with realistic options for addressing climate change, we can build a citizenry that is equipped face the many challenges presented by our changing climate.Autor: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin Garrett
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It’s all about risk: how climate change increases our risk of health concerns and how we can adapt
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This week we’re chatting with Elena Grossman from GTI Energy about how climate change is impacting us – our health and our communities – and what we can do about it. We’ll discuss existing health concerns that are exacerbated by climate change, leading to overall increased risk of health issues. Elena will break down how climate change affects diff…
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Exploring the challenges facing pollinators
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Join us as we talk with Brodie Dunn, Outreach Associate in Biodiversity and Pollinators for Illinois Extension, about how pollinators are expected to respond to climate change. Learn more on the blog. Resources to learn more: If you’d like to hear more from Brodie, check out his wildlife sound ID podcast “Voice of the Wild” Pollinator-friendly gard…
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Will invasive species be helped or hindered by climate change?
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This week we welcome Chris Evans to the podcast. Chris is an Extension Forestry and Research Specialist with Illinois Extension based in southern Illinois. We chat about what invasive species are, how their characteristics may make them more resilient to climate change, and what we can do to help slow their spread. Learn more on the blog. Resources…
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This week we chat with Michelle Wander, Emeritus Soil Scientist in the Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences department at University of Illinois. We go belowground to explore the importance of soil health, threats to that health, and practices to mitigate negative impacts on soil. Learn more on the blog. Helpful resources for homeowners: So…
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708 million tons of carbon storage: Urban Forests and climate change
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This week we welcome Justin Vozzo to the podcast. Justin is an Extension Forestry Specialist with Illinois Extension based in Urbana, and he shares with us what an urban forest is and how they play a role in mitigating climate change. Learn more on the Everyday Environment Blog.Autor: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin Garrett
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Too Much of a Good Thing: A Plant’s Perspective on Climate Change
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Join us as we chat with Karla Griesbaum, NREE Educator with Illinois Extension, about how plants are expected to respond to climate change. While plants may experience some short-term benefits, overall increased stress is expected for plants with our changing climate. Take a listen as we discuss all things plants and climate change! Learn more on t…
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Shifting to a Silver Lining: Climate Expert Talks Climate Change Basics
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Join us as we talk with Dr. Justin Schoof about the basics of climate change and what we are already seeing happen in Illinois. Justin is the Director of the School of Earth Systems and Sustainability at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. We’ll break down climate change, discuss current trends, and talk about what it all means for the future…
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Welcome to the New Everyday Environment Podcast!
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Welcome to the new Everyday Environment Podcast! Your hosts Abigail, Erin, and Amy are here to talk all about the switch from Spotlight on Natural Resources to a new podcast, Everyday Environment. But wait, there's more! No longer just a podcast, we have more learning opportunities for you, including a blog, webinars, and short videos. Take a liste…
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PFAS: Understanding this Contaminant of Emerging Concern
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Join us as we talk with Sarah Zack, Pollution Prevention Extension Specialist, about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. Commonly found in a wide variety of consumer products like non-stick cookware, cosmetics, and cleaners, PFAS are an emerging contaminant that has recently become newsworthy due to its widespread discovery in waterbodies…
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Beneath the Surface: Exploring Illinois' Freshwater Mussels
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Clam, Mollusk, Mussel, or Muscle? Let's unravel the mystery! Join us in this podcast episode as we delve into the captivating world of Illinois freshwater mussels. Whether you're gliding along a river or strolling by a stream, the remarkable underwater life beneath the surface may surprise you. These unsung heroes play a vital role in purifying our…
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Tips for your home during Electrical Safety Month
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Join us as we chat with Kerri Taylor from Safe Electricity about tips for electrical safety month. We cover electrical safety tips for our homes and yards, as well as tips to talk about with your kids.Autor: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin Garrett
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Should we participate in "No Mow May"? (Hint: look at the ecology)
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These Illinoisians and ecology-minded podcast hosts discuss the nuances of No Mow May and why it may not be the best fit for Illinois. Erin, Amy, and Abigail talk about the true goals behind No May May and how Illinois residents can achieve those goals when considering the ecology of our landscapes. Check out our friends at Good Growing and their b…
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Research Bite: University of Illinois Students Discuss Bird Collisions
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Join the Spotlight on Natural Resources Podcast team for a Research Bite! Within each Research Bite segment, we delve into groundbreaking research conducted at University of Illinois, offering listeners exclusive insights into the innovative discoveries and advancements shaping the future of applied science. During this episode, we hear from the st…
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13 and 17 is Very Weird: Periodical Cicadas with Kacie Athey
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The cicadas are emerging, times two! Join us as we explore the upcoming periodical cicada emergence in Illinois with entomologist Kacie Athey. In this episode, we discuss the 17-year and 13-year life cycle of these insects, their impact on the local ecosystem, and what Illinois residents can expect during this natural event. Visit these sites to le…
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Dive into the swirling world of tornado trends in Illinois with our latest podcast episode. Join us as we explore how a tornado forms, the recent patterns of tornado occurrences in the Prairie State, and what you can do to improve your resiliency to tornado hazards. Come away with a deeper understanding of this powerful natural phenomenon. Learn mo…
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Early spring is a wonderful time to view wildlife in Illinois. Woodcock, one of the earliest of the migrating birds, return to the state and start displaying to attract mates and set up territories. Mole salamanders will head to breeding pools, even when ice is still on. Crawfish frogs and spring peepers can be heard in full chorus on warm nights. …
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From Conflict to Compassion: A Veteran's Tale - Mike Burton
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In 1962, Mike Burton was commissioned in the US Air Force. Stationed in Thailand, he worked in intelligence and was heavily involved in the conflict across the border in Laos. These days, he serves on the board of directors for Legacies of War, an organization working hard to not just raise awareness, but help find solutions to clear unexploded ord…
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Ever think about what will captivate you in retirement? You don’t want to just sit around but you don’t want to over-commit now that you have your own time. Phenology could be a retirement hobby. Join Peggy Doty to talk about how phenology offers an activity for your mind and just enough commitment to wake up interested in this new idea. Phenology …
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Hiding in the thickets of our Illinois woodland habitat, the Northern Saw-whet Owl is a small and secretive owl species that migrates through our area. During this podcast, University of Illinois Avian Lab Manager and Field Coordinator, Mike Avara, joins us to share research the university is doing on the Northern Saw-whet Owl. Find out why these o…
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Wild Moves: Erwan Le Corre's MovNat Philosophy
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Erwan Le Corre is the founder of something called MovNat, which you're going to learn a lot about in this episode. He's also set some pretty wild records when it comes to holding your breath. In 2021 he set the US national static apnea record for men under 50 when he held his breath for 6 minutes and 46 seconds. In 2023 he set a new record, this ti…
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Providing Natural and Artificial Homes for Bats
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Join us this week as we chat with Dr. Joy O'Keefe about bats of Illinois and what we can do to support them. Bats are essential to a healthy ecosystem, as they eat insects that are pests to trees, crops, and us. Most bats use trees as their daytime roosts during spring, summer, and fall. If you have good places for bats to hunt for food, how do you…
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Diving Sunken Cities - Eric Wartenweiler Smith
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Eric Wartenweiler Smith is a research vessel captain and scientific diver who likes to share his excitement for scientific exploration, and the creative processes that drive and inspire many explorers. Having participated in the discovery and excavation of sunken Egyptian Cities and historic shipwrecks, developed new tools for finding un-exploded b…
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On this special edition of Spotlight on Natural Resources, hear from Scott Schirmer, State Plant Regulatory Official with Illinois Department of Agriculture, and Chris Evans, Forestry Extension and Research Specialist with University of Illinois Extension as we talk about Spotted Lanternfly. Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive insect that has been co…
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Creepy Carp and Sea Lamprey, Aquatic invasives in Lake Michigan (the Halloween episode)
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Join us this week as we chat with Aquatic Invasives Species Specialist Katie O'Reilly about all things aquatic invasives in Lake Michigan. We take a spooky look at what kinds of species are aquatic invaders and what we can do to combat invasive species in our waterways. Illinois Indiana Sea Grant Aquatic Invasive Species Choose Copi The Sea Lamprey…
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A Ride of Passage - Captain Sidd
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Kicking off Season 3 with Captain Sidd! Sidd took The Plunge by quitting his 9-5, buying a motorcycle and traveling across the USA visiting bitcoin meetups for over 100 days. He is forging a very interesting path for himself over in Thailand, having escaped the corporate NYC grind. Also he's got another very cool motorcycle trip coming that you can…
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September is National Preparedness Month: Generator Safety, Supply Kits & CO Detectors
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September is National Preparedness Month. Kerri Taylor joins us from Illinois Safe Electricity to teach us about how we can better prepare our homes, families, workplaces, and communities in the event of a natural disaster or emergency. Focusing on storm preparedness, we discuss in-depth how to prepare an emergency supply kit, how to choose and saf…
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Exploring Illinois’s Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy
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With high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus entering our waterways and making their way to the Gulf of Mexico, Illinois is taking action to address nutrient loss and hold those nutrients in place. Rachel Curry and Nicole Haverback are the boots on the ground for this project in Illinois, and they join us on the podcast to take about the NLRS and wh…
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Drought and Extreme Weather Resiliency
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With droughts and drastic weather occurring in Illinois, how do we keep our landscapes resilient? Extension Stormwater Specialist, Eliana Brown, joins the podcast to discuss how we can help build healthy landscapes in this extreme weather. Links mentioned: Drought Monitor Website Red Oak Rain Garden Native Plant Resources…
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The Long Road Home: Vietnam, Academia and the Quest for Peace – W. D. Ehrhart
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I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with poet, writer, scholar and Vietnam veteran William Daniel Ehrhart. Non-fiction, his work spans his entire life, exploring everything from his time on an Irish freighter, the joys of fatherhood, teaching English lit, to making sense of his experiences as a soldier and much much more. Links to his perso…
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Analog Cowboy in a Digital World - Texas Slim
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A rare breed indeed, it was great to have Texas Slim back on The Plunge. He might just be my favorite hippie cyberpunk nomad cowboy. Founder of the Beef Initiative, Slim is introducing bitcoiners to ranching and ranchers to bitcoin, bridging Sound Health with Sound Money - for a Sound Future. The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare. For both men…
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Corn sweat - an interesting Midwest phenomenon that happens during the summer months. Find out what corn sweat really is and how it affects our weather, wildlife and other plants. Duane Friend, Illinois Master Naturalist Coordinator and Climate Specialist, joins us during this episode. Hint: An acre of corn can “sweat” up to 4,000 gallons of water …
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Biodiversity - such a buzzword these days. But what is biodiversity and why does everyone seem to be talking about it? Extension Educator Abigail Garofalo will break down this scientific concept and give you insights into the biodiversity crisis and what you can do about it.Autor: Erin Garrett and Amy Lefringhouse with Guest Abigail Garofalo
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Don’t count out nighttime when it comes to exploring. Each season brings a different “night” whether it be the long winter nights with clear skies or the late sunsets in summer, there is always something to discover in nature at night. In fact, in terms of wildlife, over 60% of our mammals are nocturnal. Extension Natural Resources Educator Amy Lef…
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Regenerative Ranching and Observational Science: The Jason Wrich Story
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Jason is a first generation, regenerative cattle producer and the owner of Wrich Ranches, a diversified angus cattle operation in Crawford, Colorado. Jason and his family raise and sell conception to plate, grassfed and finished beef as well as locally adapted, high altitude registered angus bulls. Wrich Ranches covers over 4000 acres of leased gro…
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Urban Underwater Exploration - Explorers Club Roundtable Discussion
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SPECIAL EPISODE - Roundtable discussion on urban underwater exploration with members of NYPD Scuba, FDNY, NY State Police and more. Held at the Explorers Club headquarters in NYC. www.explorers.org The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare. For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products a…
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Spring is here, and one of the best places to enjoy the season is hiking through a forest. In spring you can find the forest floor bursting with life. Many of the spring-blooming flowers you see when out on a hike are from a group of plants called spring ephemerals. We’re going to dive into what these plants are and why they’re so unique today.…
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The Fire Within: A Firefighter’s Path to Emotional Resilience and Spiritual Awakening – Ed Heegan
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Ed Heegan is a Brooklyn NYC Native. A graduate of Xavier High School - Reserve Officer Training Program. He attended Iona University and served as a missionary in Central America. A former FDNY Firefighter, he has served as a member of the Kiwanis Club, The Knights of Columbus, as a Peer Mentor at Friends Of Firefighters, and as Board Member for th…
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Embracing Mortality and Empowering Life through Bitcoin: A Death Doula's Journey - Erin Crawford
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In what ways do life's transience, death's finality, and the pioneering attributes of Bitcoin intersect, and how does this digital currency defy the norms of traditional financial systems? Erin is a certified death doula and Bition coach from Canada. For the past year she has been living out of her campervan exploring the US. Her mission is to help…
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Guest host Keith Kenny grills Garrett on the nitty-gritty of just who exactly is Garrett Hayes. The Plunge is sponsored by Farrow Skincare. For both men and women, Farrow has some of the LEGIT best skincare products on the planet. Farrow products are made with simple chemical-free ingredients. They’re designed to support a healthier you and a healt…
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From Deepest Cave to Highest Peak - Karst Landscape Exploration in Laos - Ecologist Dr. Terry Bolger
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Dr. Terry Bolger is an ecologist specializing in karst landscapes and caves, with 40 years of experience in North America, Australia and Southeast Asia. He has extensive experience in the exploration, mapping, resource inventory, conservation and management of caves and karst, including over 25 years of experience in Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand …
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From Bomb Victim to Breakdancer - Peter Kim and Lucas Clarkson
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A man of many names, Pong, Phongsavath, Peter Kim or just plain PK, is a 31 year old Lao man. He lost his hands and his eyesight to a cluster bomblet left over from the Vietnam conflict when he was 16. Never a quitter, he taught himself many things after his incident, including how to breakdance. Today he is an advocate for people with disabilities…
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Rescue Archeology in Laos - Marion Ravenscroft
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Part 1 of the 4 part miniseries "The Lao Tapes". Marion Ravenscroft is, by profession, an archaeological conservator with a post grad degree in heritage preservation. Much of her work has been focused on rescue and salvage archaeology. As you’ll soon learn though, that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Marion. She’s spent the better pa…
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Maple Syrup Season in IllinoisAutor: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin Garrett
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Theology, Psychedelics and the Pursuit of a Meaningful Life - Asher Walden
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Asher Walden received his BA in Philosophy from the University of Chicago and his PhD in Theology from Drew University. He taught undergraduate philosophy and religions courses for over ten years, and has published a few scholarly articles and one monograph on comparative religion and philosophy. He is currently working in the applied sciences, and…
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The Plunge, thus far... A look at 2022
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Big things are in the works for 2023. Enjoy these deep cuts from 2022 and see you soon!
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Lard! Sweet Lard! - The Return of Charles Mayfield
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Charles Mayfield is a bit of a renaissance man. Especially when it comes to food, fitness, farming and lard. Among many his many hats, he is the founder/creator of Farrow Skincare. Chemical and toxin-free, Farrow products are made with regenerative farming practices. Interested in lathering up in some sweet, sweet Smartlard? Head over to farrow.lif…
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The Other Side - Psychic Medium - Reverend Deborah Shield
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Is there an afterlife? If so, what does that look like? How do you make the best of this life? Reverend Deborah Shield and I go into this and lot more today on The Plunge. Bio: Deborah, a natural born psychic-medium, called a "Bridger" by her Spirit Guides. Her experiences include demonstrating Evidential Mediumship on stage, conducting Seances/Spi…
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