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While hiking on a solo vacation in a remote, uninhabitable region of Arizona, Zachary Anderegg happened upon Riley, an emaciated puppy clinging to life, at the bottom of a 350-foot canyon. In a daring act of humanity that trumped the deliberate savagery behind Riley’s presence in such a place, Zak single-handedly orchestrated a rescue. What didn’t come out in the initial burst of publicity this story received is that Zak and Riley’s destinies were intertwined long before they improbably found each other.

In A Story of Us, they present this rich narrative and explain how the evolution of our genes relates to the evolution of our cultures. Newson and Richerson take listeners through seven stages of human evolution, beginning seven million years ago with the apes that were the ancestors of humans and today's chimps and bonobos. The story ends in the present day and offers a glimpse into the future.

Including letters, speeches, articles, and essays written before 1935, this collection offers a complete portrait of Einstein as a humanitarian and as a human being trying to make sense of the world changing around him.

Exploring the histories of deep time mysteries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pete talks about what it’s like being Pete. What it‘s like being a human with Anxiety, Depression, Aggression, and body issues. Plus Pete talks with human beings about how they survive their issues on a daily basis. Petebeingpetepodcast@gmail.com

In The Courage of Birds, Pete Dunne—winner of the American Birding Association’s Roger Tory Peterson Award for lifetime achievement in promoting the cause of birding—chronicles the behavior of the birds of North America.

"This is the most important book on Silicon Valley I've read in two decades. It will take us all back to our roots in the counterculture, and will remind us of the true nature of the innovation process, before we tried to tame it with slogans and buzzwords." -- Po Bronson, #1 New York Times...

R.O.A.M. – Sharing Remarkable Outdoor Adventure Moments is your campfire companion for the weird, wild, and wonderful. Hosted by Bridget and Pete—two nature nerds with a knack for storytelling—we wrangle tales from adventurers who’ve been lost, found, or simply struck speechless by the stars. It’s part comedy, part cautionary tale, part love letter to the outdoors. These stories blur the line between the ordinary and the extraordinary, showing how nature challenges, changes, and connects us. From missteps to miracles, our guests share the kinds of stories you tell when the boots come...

A fascinating look at rescue dogs--where they come from, why every dog lover should consider adopting one, and how to make them part of your family. America's leading undercover animal investigator, Pete Paxton, has, among other exploits, infiltrated more than seven hundred puppy mills, worked...

A rich, illustrated - and entertaining -- history of the iconic Grand Central Terminal, from one of New York City's favorite writers, just in time to celebrate the train station's 100th fabulous anniversary. In the winter of 1913, Grand Central Station was officially opened and immediately...

A new podcast from BSU's Department of Psychology. In each episode, we'll hear from members of the department about why they love psychology, what drew them to the discipline, and what they see are the big issues at the moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every day, scientists conduct pioneering experiments with the potential to transform how we live. Yet it isn't every day you hear from the scientists themselves! Now, award-winning author Jim Al-Khalili and his team of top-notch experts explain how today's earthshaking discoveries will shape our world tomorrow - and beyond. Pull back the curtain on genomics, robotics, AI, the Internet of Things, synthetic biology, transhumanism, interstellar travel, colonization of the solar system, teleportation, and much more.

"The Nonprofit Fix" is a candid and insightful podcast that explores the challenges of the nonprofit sector and its potential to repair our broken world. Join hosts Pete York and Ken Berger, as they delve into the sector's issues, discussing solutions to foster a more effective and impactful nonprofit community.Opinions expressed in this podcast are personal and not reflective of the hosts' employers.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1370203/subscribeAn aviation Podcast for those pursuing engaging topics in preparation for their FAA Practical Exam. These podcasts are not flight or ground instruction towards any certificate or rating, they are supplemental in nature to the Part 61 and 141 requirements that must be accomplished with a Certificated Flight Instructor in a structured manner and properly documented. Podcasts are intended for entertainment purposes only and do not replace independent and professional judgment and training. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the ...

Wildlife filmmaker Pete Rogers sits down with a range of guests from amateurs to professionals in order to discuss their passions for wildlife.

A light-hearted and irreverent podcast discussing different aspects of trauma and orthopaedics. Not affiliated with any institution and views are all Pete's.

Join hosts Peter Littig and Noah King as they discuss and explain mathematical topics with their own unique style. Full of information that will interest and entertain math lovers as well as those who maybe don't love it quite that much… yet. Mathematical concepts, history, paradoxes, and puzzles await you, along with a generous helping of witty banter and fun. Calling all members…. The Math Club is open! Email - mathclubpodcast@gmail.com Twitter - @mathclubpodcast

Before he became one of America’s most influential environmental voices, John Muir was a curious Scottish immigrant boy growing up on the Wisconsin frontier. This honest and vivid memoir traces his journey from a strict religious upbringing to the early stirrings of a lifelong love for nature.

We know that eating animals is bad for the planet and bad for our health, and yet we do it anyway. Ask anyone in the plant-based movement and the solution seems obvious: stop eating meat. But, for many people, that stark solution is neither appealing nor practical. In Meat Me Halfway, author and founder of the reducetarian movement Brian Kateman puts forth a realistic and balanced goal: mindfully reduce your meat consumption.

Filled with catchall research, American Hemp examines what this new domestic crop can be used for, what makes it a superior product, and what made it illegal in the first place; the book also delves into the many health and medical benefits of the plant. Hobbs weighs in on how hemp can improve existing industries, from farming to energy to 3D printing, plus how it can make a serious impact on climate change by removing toxins from the soil and by decreasing our dependence on plastics and fossil fuels.