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Are the physical laws of our universe finely tuned, such that life can exist? What does this imply about how our universe formed? Questions like these are examined in Nature's Balancing Act, presented for a wide audience.

Delve into the historical journey of the Riot Act, a powerful law passed in 1714, at the onset of King George Is reign in Britain. This Act came into power in a tumultuous time of societal unrest and aimed to restore order. It laid out that any group of twelve or more citizens, found to be unlawfully, riotously and tumultuously assembled could be read a proclamation that mandated their dispersal within an hour, or face the death penalty. This also applied to those who interfered with the reading of the proclamation or caused damage while rioting. The law enforcement officers were granted ...

"We are at a turning point in human history. To stop climate breakdown and extinction, environmental movements need to be actively anti-racist and join struggles for social justice." - Carola Rackete In 2019. Carola Rackete became publicly known for docking the sea rescue vessel "Sea-Watch 3" in Italy and thereby challenging a national decree that contradicted international obligations to engage in sea rescue.

Join us on a journey around the globe and meet the enthusiasts, technologies, and decision-makers that are proving that humans are indeed capable of saving us from ourselves. The challenges may be great, but there are a number of opportunities to stall climate change – perhaps even reverse it. This book offers a glimpse of how to do just that. It will explain how we can equip ourselves with food, clothing, shelter, energy, transport and all in all live good lives without negatively impacting the planet we live on. "If We Act Now" tells us about the barriers to action and how we can overcome them.

Patagonia. The name connotes the exotic and a distance that seems nearly mythical. Tucked toward the toe of South America, this largely unsettled landscape is among the most varied and breathtaking in the world - aching in its beauty as it sweeps from the Andes through broad, arid steppes to pristine beaches and down to a famously violent sea. It is also home to a vast array of rare wildlife as diverse and fascinating as the region itself.

Tornadoes. Tsunamis. Earthquakes. Hurricanes. Why does God allow such disasters to happen? We find ourselves asking, are these truly the acts of a loving and compassionate God? In An Act of God?, pastor and best-selling author Erwin W. Lutzer tackles this tough subject head-on, offering real answers as well as comfort and hope to those who struggle with challenges to their faith.

Do you like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and feel like your keep missing the nail?Want to:- Get grounded in the foundation stones?- See contingencies?- Add context?- Be a functional contextualist? (and know what that means)This is a new podcast that seeks to excavate the roots of the contextual behavioral sciences, so that the fruit that us clinician deliver is as pristine as possible. It's a sequential experience that takes non-congenital behaviorists beyond the 6 core processes, and just saying "milk, milk, milk". Many of us that come to ACT/CBS don’t get past the razzle and dazzle......

Hi, I’m IzyaanI’ve always been drawn to the act of performance, the shifting moods, the quiet tension, the emotional ignition. There’s something powerful in how a story unfolds, how the mind responds, and how, sometimes, healing begins with a single line spoken out loud. As a playwright fascinated by the human body and mind, I’ve come to see that our responses fear, joy, grief, even courage are not just emotional, but biological. This podcast is where those two worlds meet. I explore how drama helps us express, react, and sometimes heal, not just through the stories we tell, but ...

Welcome to A Radical Act of Hope. In this series, Inuk climate advocate Siila Watt-Cloutier brings us into her world. A world where melting ice isn’t just a symptom of climate change—it’s a disruption of memory, identity, and rhythms of life in the North. She takes us from her home in the Arctic to the frontlines of international climate justice, alongside those who have been speaking up—and holding steady—for decades. Siila Watt-Cloutier is one of the most important climate justice voices of our time. Her work with the Inuit Circumpolar Council helped get the Stockholm Convention ...

The best-selling author of The Weather Makers returns to the subject of climate change with a thought-provoking and powerful argument for immediate global action and a wide range of innovative, deeply pragmatic ideas to help solve the crisis.

Hosted by Think & Act Differently, Powered by BHP, Ecosystem leader Katie Hulmes, The Think & Act Differently, Podcast invites guests to share their experience, perspectives, and learnings as we gain an insight into what makes TAD unique. Think & Act Differently (TAD) is a human first technology and resource development ecosystem where curious minds come together from inside and outside the mining sector to tackle complex issues, challenge norms and find new ways to extract minerals that create value for all Stakeholders. “How” Think & Act Differently operates is just as important as “...

KCCK’s Award-Winning Environmental Show

Michael Stone and Justin Sims invite inspirational guests on to share with you their incredible stories and how they began their 2nd Act in life. It's never too late to start your 2nd Act! Inspirational and practical stories and interviews that you can use to overcome your own obstacles.

Το podcast Ιστορίες από τα βάθη της ψυχής με τη Λέτα Γκαρέτσου, έρχεται σε συνεργασία με την κορυφαία περιβαλλοντική πλατφόρμα της Ελλάδας, το Act for Earth. Από το βουνό και τις απότομες ορειβατικές διαδρομές, μέχρι τη ζωή, θα μάθουμε ιστορίες και θα ακούσουμε τις υπερβάσεις που πραγματοποίησαν καθημερινοί άνθρωποι και άνθρωποι της ...

For skeptics of sustainable products, learn how to spot greenwashing in the wild. This sustainability podcast is hosted by two marketing writers — Kat and Tiff — who reveal the sneaky tactics brands use so you can avoid getting tricked by green hooey.

In the third chapter of Macaulays monumental History of England from the Accession of James II, we delve into the fascinating state of the nation in 1685. Macaulay examines various aspects of life during this period, including the population, revenue, military organization, transportation networks, and the bustling cities‚most notably London, with its vibrant coffee houses and pioneering street lighting initiatives. While this chapter offers a refreshing shift from Macaulays usual political focus, he still skillfully weaves in political intrigue, ensuring that the narrative remains engaging ...

Injuries and damages caused by mountain lion encounters are on the increase in several western states as the suburbs there move into mountain lion territory and as lions learn to hunt in the suburbs. For public safety, fish and wildlife officials suggest the following behavioral guidelines . . .

Clim-acts Hub is a podcast channel dedicated to educating and enlightening the public on issues affecting the environment, one of which is Climate change. Clim-acts Hub is specifically built with the priority of ensuring a sustainable and eco-friendly environment.

We're Kerry Hannon and John Tarnoff and on The Second Act Show podcast we talk what happens when we're all living longer and have zero interest in slowing down. There's too much left to do, to imagine, to build, and to invent. Kerry Hannon is a national keynote speaker, a recognized expert content specialist, and thought leader on career management, entrepreneurship, work transitions, personal finance, and retirement. She is a tireless advocate for helping women manage their wealth and build money confidence for financial security. John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, ...

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