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The Builder's Café

The Builder's Café

Written by: Max/Wang
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 What am I building? Why? And is there a better way to do it? The Builder's Café is where I explore these questions out loud. It's a podcast for anyone on the messy, fun, and confusing journey of making things. No advice, just shared experience.Max/Wang Economics
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  • The Science of Aging: Understanding the Hayflick Limit and the Quest for Immortality

    The Science of Aging: Understanding the Hayflick Limit and the Quest for Immortality
    Aug 19 2025
    Have you ever wondered what the absolute limit of human life is? While legends tell of people living for centuries, modern science points to a hard-coded expiration date: around 125 years. In this episode, we dive deep into the groundbreaking Hayflick Limit, the biological clock inside our cells that dictates why we age and die.

    We'll explore the science of cellular aging, telomeres, and the research that changed our understanding of longevity forever. We also investigate the fascinating and controversial stories of the world's oldest people, from Jeanne Calment (122 years) to the incredible legend of Li Ching-Yuen, a man said to have lived to 256.

    Join us as we separate scientific fact from historical myth and explore humanity's timeless quest for the elixir of immortality. Is 125 the end of the line, or can we push the boundaries? Tune in to find out.
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    25 mins
  • Nikola Tesla: The Forgotten Genius & The Tragic Life of The Man Who Lit Up the World

    Nikola Tesla: The Forgotten Genius & The Tragic Life of The Man Who Lit Up the World
    Aug 19 2025
    Did you know that the man behind the alternating current you use every day—and even the concept of WiFi—died broke and alone?

    In this episode, we uncover the extraordinary journey of Nikola Tesla, the brilliant inventor history almost forgot. We'll trace his path from a boy genius in Croatia to his fierce rivalry with Thomas Edison in the "War of Currents." We'll explore the world-changing inventions he pioneered, like the induction motor, remote control, and his audacious dream of a global wireless energy system.

    Why was such a visionary mind dismissed as a "mad scientist"? And what is the true legacy Tesla left for our modern world?

    Tune in to discover the story of Nikola Tesla—the eccentric genius who truly illuminated the world.
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    19 mins
  • What is Real Alchemy? A Journey Through History & Symbolism

    What is Real Alchemy? A Journey Through History & Symbolism
    Aug 18 2025
    Discover the true history of alchemy, a secret tradition that influenced Isaac Newton and inspired Carl Jung's psychology.
    Explore the meaning of the Philosopher's Stone, the Magnum Opus, and the 7 Hermetic Principles in this complete guide.
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    24 mins
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