The Pod Files - Sunday 25 February 2024
The ‘casts -
(Notes spoken to Siri, and edited later if I remember
(Changed tactic now where starred dialogue denotes quoting from the show’s own notes)
Consumed - episode 5: 21 February 2024: Steel Bars
Daily Dad Jokes - 25 February 2024
Merriam Webster’s Word of the Day - 25 February 2024: caterwaul
Imagine This - Trailer: 28 January 2024: *What would you have done differently if you had anticipated the likelihood of a global pandemic or the explosion of generative AI? Spend time with BCG’s editor in chief, our conversational AI agent GENE, and BCG experts as they focus on what could lie ahead for our world—and how you should prepare your business today
StarDate - 24 February 2024: *First ‘Spacecraft’ - Since the dawn of the Space Age, in 1957, the United States and other countries have sent tens of thousands of objects into space — some into orbit, and others far beyond. Yet the first object known to have reached space did so well before the Space Age — 75 years ago today. It didn’t go into orbit, but it did reach 244 miles — well above the altitude needed to reach “outer space.” / The flight was conducted by the U.S. Army, at White Sands Proving Grounds in New Mexico. At the end of World War II, the American military captured tons of parts from Germany’s V2 rockets. It also captured key German rocket experts, including the most prized of all, Wernher von Braun. He later led the development of the rockets that sent American astronauts to the Moon…
7 Good Minutes - 24 February 2024: *Saturday Serenity: Practicing Mindfulness in Nature - In today's refreshing episode of 7 Good Minutes, we immerse ourselves in the serene topic of Practicing Mindfulness in Nature. / Discover the profound connection between the natural world and your inner peace as we explore how stepping outside can not only ground you but also enhance your mindfulness practice. / Join us as we offer practical tips for incorporating the beauty and calm of nature into your daily mindfulness routines, from mindful walks to meditative moments under the sky. / Whether you're a city dweller seeking a slice of tranquility or an outdoor enthusiast looking to deepen your connection with the environment, this episode is a gentle reminder of nature's power to heal, soothe, and rejuvenate the soul. / Tune in to find out how you can bring more mindfulness into your interactions with the natural world around you.
The Stupid History Minute - 25 February 2024: The Doormat #RoboKeb
A Daily Dose of History - 24 May 2023: *Today's historical events:
• The nobles of Franconia and Saxony elect Henry the Fowler at the Imperial Diet in Fritzlar as king of the East Frankish Kingdom.
• The Fifth Crusade leaves Acre for Egypt.
• Magnus Ladulås is crowned King of Sweden in Uppsala Cathedral.
• The ten-year-old Lambert Simnel is crowned in Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, Ireland, with the name of Edward VI in a bid to threaten King Henry VII's reign.
• Erik XIV of Sweden and his guards murder five incarcerated Swedish nobles.
• Nomenclator of Leiden University Library appears, the first printed catalog of an institutional library.
• One hundred-five English settlers under the leadership of Captain Christopher Newport established the colony called Jamestown at the mouth of the James River on the Virginia coast, the first permanent English colony in America.
• The Protestant Union is formally dissolved.
• Peter Minuit buys Manhattan.
• The French Royal Army crosses the border into the Spanish Netherlands, starting the War of Devolution opposing France to the Spanish Empire and the Triple Alliance.
• The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, England, opens as the world's first university museum.
• The English Parliament passes the Act of Toleration protecting dissenting Protestants but excluding Roman Catholics.
• John Wesley is converted, essentially launching the Methodist movement; the day is celebrated annually by Methodists as Aldersgate Day and a church service is generally held on the preceding Sunday.
• The Irish Rebellion of 1798 led by the United Irishmen against British rule begins.
• South American independence leader Simón Bolívar enters Mérida, leading the invasion of Venezuela, and is proclaimed El Libertador ("The Liberator").
Information from this episode are sourced from API Ninjas
7 Good Minutes - 25 February 2024: *In today's episode of 7 Good Minutes: Extra, we delve into the essence of presence and awareness with the quote, "Witnessing is not a technique. It is your nature." / Join us as we explore how embracing our innate ability to observe without judgment can transform our experiences and lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. / Discover the power of being fully present in every moment.
WV Uncommon Place - 25 February 2024: *Crafting a Successful Podcast: Insights from JR - Welcome back to the WV Uncommonplace Podcast, where we delve into the art and science of podcasting to empower creators like you. In today's episode, we're privileged to hear from JR, the driving force behind West Virginia Commonplace. Join us as JR shares invaluable insights into what it takes to craft a successful podcast…
The Daily Business and Finance Show - 15 December 2023: *Today's headlines:
• Pfizer closes Seagen acquisition
• Costco declares $15.00 special dividend
• Biggest detractors to the S&P 500 from the past 2 years - UBS
• Costco tops profit estimates, doles out $6.7B in special dividends
• AbbVie, Amgen among firms targeted for latest Medicare inflation penalties
• Bank of America, Wells Fargo, U.S. Bancorp, PNC, Truist raised to Buy at Odeon
• The auto sector could enter a bearish territory in 2024 - analyst
• Shift4 Payments jumps on report Global Payments weighing acquisition
Explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts.
Beyond The Mic with Sean Dillon - 17 July 2019: *Rich Williams from Kansas goes beyond the Mic – He has a passion for music, studied history in college and was known as Mr Dingus on the Road, Time to go Beyond the Mic with guitarist, from the legendary band Kansas, Rich Williams. I’ve had great interview opportunities over my 25+ year radio history that never made it to air. Some were due to length others were because of topic. I decided to flip the table on the rules. Any topic / guest is welcome, but you need to tell a story & must go “Beyond the Mic.” [I fricking love the band Kansas! Nice bits of prog thrown into the background here and there, but never losing that rock goodness that they have!] #AngusDingus
Daily Shower Thoughts - 21 December 2023
7 Minute for Yourself - 23 September 2023: 1 December 2023: *Developing Leadership Skills: Inspiring and Influencing Others - Get ready to be inspired! / In this episode of 7 Minutes For Yourself, we dive into the powerful distinction between leadership and motivation. / Prepare to be motivated like never before. / Tune in now! / The audio clip featured in today's episode is courtesy of our friends at Pursuit of Meaning
https://www.youtube.com/@PursuitofMeaning
Daily Life Pro Tips - 1 December 2023
Question of The week - 19 May 2014: *Which painkiller should I use? - What's the difference between aspirin, paracetamol and ibuprofen? We turn to a Professor of Pain for the answer.
Daily Facts - 21 November 2023
Undiscovered Entrepreneur - 23 February 2024: Undiscovered Advice episode 8.5 [Jen Hunter - it’s your business. Tina Meeks from Score Services - maximising profitability. Dr Lisa Campbell - a piece of advice based on a tough decision based experience. Clarissa Ramsey gives advice “for people who identify as multi-passionate”. Adolfo Sanchez from Gold Results - five things to focus on, including getting your hands dirty.]
The Daily Poem - 1 June 2023: *Tempestuous Fury of Achilles: A Tale of Honor, Grief, and Vengeance - Today's poem is about Anger in the style of Homer.
Poems generated from OpenAl ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts.
This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios
Buy Like A Guy - 22 February 2024: Andy is joined by Shane Decker from Excellence and The Shane Decker Academy, who is an expert in diamonds, to tell us what we should be looking for in diamonds, and the pitfalls to watch out for. GIA - Germalogical Institute of America.
Naked Scientists In short - 15 July 2015: *Benefitting medically from marijuana - Marijuana has a reputation for helping people who are in pain. But achieving the analgesic effect comes at a cost: users of the drug complain of memory loss and mood disturbances. Now, by identifying the pathway in the brain that is responsible for these psychoactive side effects, University of East Anglia researcher Peter McCormick has found that in experimental mice it's possible to isolate just the pain killing actions.
Toppermost of the Poppermost - [quick listen to side C of our look at February 1964]
Composer’s Datebook - 25 February 2024: Michael Daugherty’s ‘Brooklyn Bridge’
SmartLess - 18 December 2023: “why do you think they call them sweats?” Cheese and therapists. Is 9:30am too early to do a podcast? After the general chat Jason introduces his choice of guest - the actress Carey Mulligan.
Wikipedia Featured Article of the Day - 12 October 2023: Private Case
Naked Scientists In Short - 2 February 2015: *How close are we to the next mass extinction? - Around 250 million years ago our world was a very different place. Rather than the different continents we know today, there was only one giant land mass - Pangea - covered with plants and animals. But then something went horribly wrong. Over a few million years, more than 95 per cent of all species on the early earth were wiped out in an event known as the Permian mass extinction. So what caused it? One researcher who thinks he might know is Mark Sephton from Imperial College London and, as he explained to Kat Arney, this wasn't the first time that our world has come to the brink of disaster.
The Daily Business and Finance Show - 16 December 2023: *Today's headlines:
• Pfizer raises quarterly dividend by 2.4% to $0.42
• People should get out of cash into fixed income - analyst
• Rocket Lab shoots higher after successful Electron launch and satellite deployment
• Favorite 10 stocks for 2024 - Barron's
• Nasdaq, S&P, Dow notch seven-week win streak after Fed's dovish pivot
• Five large-cap Energy stocks for 2024 - Goldman
• Palantir receives $115M contract from US Army
• Icahn Enterprises announces upsizing and pricing of additional senior notes
• DocuSign surges amid report it is exploring buyout deal
Explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts.
The Pj’s Explore Show - 9 February 2024: *"Humhare GHAR Ki Izzat" - Honour
Killing [Case Study] - Hey Explorers! Join us on 'Unveiling Honor,' where we delve into the grim reality of honor killings in India. Through insightful discussions and real-life case studies, we unravel the deep-rooted patriarchy and societal norms that perpetuate this heinous crime. From historical contexts to contemporary challenges, we examine the legal, cultural, and social dimensions surrounding honor killings, shedding light on the urgent need for change in our society.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this pressing issue and explore ways to foster a more just and equitable future.
Daily Shower Thoughts - 22 December 2023
Tales From Ravenwood - episode 4: 8 February 2024: *The Halloween Masquerade - This week, we check in with a family on Halloween night when their peaceful post-trick-or-treating ritual is interrupted by an unexpected and supremely unwelcome group of visitors. They would never have let them in if they’d had a choice.
Daily Life Pro Tips - 2 December 2023
Question of the Week - 27 May 2014: *Is there an antimatter planet out there? - Are there antimatter planets out there? What would they look like? And how would we tell they exist? We find out!
Daily Facts - 22 November 2023
The Stupid History Minute - 22 February 2024: The Cigarette - Guest Host Courtney Fenner of A Nefarious Nightmare
A Daily Dose of History - 25 May 2023: *Today's historical events:
• Alfonso VI of Castile takes Toledo, Spain, back from the Moors.
• Henry the Navigator is appointed governor of the Order of Christ.
• The Diet of Worms ends when Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, issues the Edict of Worms, declaring Martin Luther an outlaw.
• Ming general Wu Sangui forms an alliance with the invading Manchus and opens the gates of the Great Wall of China at Shanhaiguan pass, letting the Manchus through towards the capital Beijing.
• Richard Cromwell resigns as Lord Protector of England following the restoration of the Long Parliament, beginning a second brief period of the republican government called the Commonwealth of England.
• Charles II lands at Dover at the invitation of the Convention Parliament, which marks the end of the Cromwell-proclaimed Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland and begins the Restoration of the British monarchy.
• A treaty between Pennsylvania and Maryland ends the Conojocular War with settlement of a boundary dispute and exchange of prisoners.
• After a delay of 11 days, the United States Constitutional Convention formally convenes in Philadelphia after a quorum of seven states is secured.
• United Irishmen Rebellion: Battle of Carlow begins; executions of suspected rebels at Carnew and at Dunlavin Green take place.
• Chuquisaca Revolution: Patriot revolt in Chuquisaca (modern-day Sucre) against the Spanish Empire, sparking the Latin American wars of independence.
• May Revolution: Citizens of Buenos Aires expel Viceroy Baltasar Hidalgo de Cisneros during the "May Week", starting the Argentine War of Independence.
• The Chilean Constitution of 1833 is promulgated.
Information from this episode are sourced from API Ninjas
Autism Rocks and Rolls - 2 January 2020: *105: Meet My Mother - In this episode, I will interview my own mother and get her perspective of how any mom should help their son or daughter cope with autism. She is the G.O.A.T because of how she helps me everyday and I can never repay her for that. [this is an interesting episode where Sam chats with his mum about the history of Sam’s autism, how it started, how it developed, how they lived with it, and everything else to do with autism.]
Feedback with Earbuds - 9 February 2020: *This week's theme comes to us from Arielle Nissenblatt and is called ‘Your Favorite EarBuds Episodes.’ Podcasts explored this week: The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish - Naval Ravikant: The Angel Philosopher - 120 minutes / You're Wrong About - Yoko Ono
Broke Up The Beatles' - 47 minutes / The Quote of the Day Show - Brian Doyle: "People Don't Know We Appreciate Them Unless We Show It" - 10 minutes / Just The Beginning - Science Fiction Gets Real - 32 minutes / Love Me - Falling - 17 minutes
Audio Poem of the Day - 28 November 2023: Sappho 58 by Jameson Fitzpatrick
The Gerry Anderson Podcast - pod 298: 26 February 2024: intro. Fab fact - Gerry Anderson shows helped with the popularity of Doctor Who? Interview - Richard chats with Morgan Jeffery and Tom Eames from Two Geeks, Two Beers. Song by David McCallum sampled for a very famous song by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. I actually knew that one already! Listener’s feedback. Randomiser - Chris reacts to the supercar episode Amazonian adventure. Outro. Post show banter. Intolerance.
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