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Athena Aktipis of Arizona State University is a self-professed apocalypse enthusiast, and as the host of the podcast Zombified, she knows the undead inside and out. With Zombified: Real-World Lessons from Fictional Apocalypses, she’s compiled her research and insights into a fascinating Audible Original that will have you thinking deeper about all those shambling, brain-hungry corpses in pop culture—not to mention our everyday lives. Drawing on years of research on zombies and zombification, these six lessons offer a fun way to explore and understand the many forces that influence us.

Want to impress your buddies at the bar? Need to think of something interesting to do at the next family gathering? Want to learn a bunch of random facts about history, science, true crime, and the paranormal? Listen to Interesting Stories for Curious People, the ultimate guidebook for a plethora of interesting facts about a whole bunch of several different topics. A quick listen packed with information.

Volcanoes. Trees. Drunk butterflies. Mars missions. Slug sex. Death. Beauty standards. Anxiety busters. Beer science. Bee drama. Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.

A record-breaking bodybuilder. A sex-positive dominatrix. A gaming pioneer with close to a million subscribers. A musical trailblazer who’s queering country music. They sound like a gang of social media influencers and young rising Hollywood stars. But nearly all of them are over 70 years old. In this series, Miriam Margolyes meets a new wave of seniors who are ripping up the rulebook when it comes to ageing, to learn what they can teach us about living life to the full, whether you’re 19 or 90.

The Sociology of Everything Podcast offers listeners a (sometimes) comedic and accessible look at the wonders of sociology. It is created and hosted by Eric Hsu and Louis Everuss, who are sociologists at the newly created Adelaide University. A review recently published in Teaching Sociology describes the podcast as 'a model for public sociology in the podcast era'. www.sociologypodcast.comBecome a supporter of the podcast at https://buymeacoffee.com/sociologyofeverything

“Solo - The Single Person's Guide to a Remarkable Life” by Dr. Peter McGraw, seeks to celebrate and destigmatize single living. Welcome to the podcast that explores how being single affords you the freedom to be adventurous, start a business, make art, travel the world, get in shape, or simply sleep in when you want to. Join Peter – behavioral scientist, humor researcher, and bachelor – as he interviews happy single men and women and assembles advice from leading experts about health, fitness, money, business, travel, fashion, art, leisure, and of course, sex and dating. For the ...

Life Unmuted is where real conversations happen—no script, no filter, and nothing off limits (well… almost). Hosted by Vince and Donna, this podcast dives into everyday life, relationships, opinions, and the moments that make you laugh, think, and sometimes shake your head. It’s honest, it’s relatable, and it’s the kind of conversation you’d have at the table when nobody’s holding back.

It takes a starship to raise a child. Or a time machine. Or a tribe of elves. Fortunately, Geek Parenting offers all that and more, with thoughtful mini essays that reveal profound child-rearing advice (and mistakes) from the most beloved tales of geek culture. Nerds and norms alike can take counsel from some of the most iconic parent-child pairings found in pop culture: Aunt May and Peter Parker, Benjamin and Jake Sisko, Elrond and Arwen, even Cersei and Joffrey.

The Science of Superheroes takes a lighthearted but clear-headed look at the real science that underlies some of the greatest superhero comic books of all time, including Spider-Man, Batman, Fantastic Four, and many more. Each chapter presents the story of the origin of one or more superheroes...

Welcome to Jumps Universe everyone! I'm your host Jason Faciane, a.k.a.......the Cajun Kid. I was born south of New Orleans, Louisiana. Down in the bayou. .............well not in the bayou, but i was definitely born on the bayou. I'm truly cajun creole and a lot of fun. Throughout my podcasts i will tell stories of travel, fun, love, family, life and everything that goes with it. You might even get to meet Mr. Friggins one day. Mr. Friggins is an old timer from the swamps of Louisiana. I reckon he's one of my best friends i ever had. He is a frog though, with many stories. Well, if you stay ...

Memes are often considered silly and trivial, but as we've seen in recent years, they can have a profound impact on the way we consume culture. Listen in as Wisecrack breaks down all things memes from the origins of the phrase “OK Boomer", to storming Area 51 in this curated collection, available for the first time in audio.

At Culture & Chaos Podcast, our mission is to educate, entertain, and empower a diverse and inclusive audience through lively, unfiltered conversations that celebrate the Black experience while fostering understanding across cultures. We dive into the heart of politics—both in the United States and globally—while exploring entertainment, business, and personal growth. With humor, authenticity, and a commitment to uplifting voices, we aim to spark curiosity, inspire action, and create a space where everyone feels welcome to learn, laugh, and grow together.

Zero2Chaos and MeltingData talking about various subcultures from Anime and Movies to Video Games and Music

Lauren has A LOT of science questions, and Tim has the answers...mostly. You can also submit your science or advice questions or comments, and they will discuss them in our next episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hidden Science Stories - This is probably important, is a science and comedy podcast where Ryan, a PhD Neuroscientist, and Zach, an Actor Writer and Comedian, get together once a month to talk about a concept in science and how it impacts our everyday life. We focus on the areas of science that most people are unaware of or where public perception runs counter to what the evidence says. Taking an optimistic outlook, we hope to surprise and challenge you with the facts as much as we laugh about the ridiculous, every episode ends on a positive note.

Simplement trois potes qui tentent d'être pertinents sur un sujet précis en ramenant leur science et leur culture qu'eux seuls jugent intéressante. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

A weekly cultural review show covering current events in society, news, and politics in American culture. Brought to you by DecentDigitalMedia.com. Streams Sundays @ 8PM EST.

Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis, better known as Juvenal, was a Roman poet who thrived during the late 1st and early 2nd centuries AD. Although much about his life remains shrouded in mystery, the references to notable figures from that era help anchor his works in time. The Satires consist of a remarkable collection of satirical poems that delve into society and its values, crafted in dactylic hexameter. Juvenals sixteen poems are divided into five distinct books, each presenting a unique perspective on various themes, showcasing the rich tapestry of Roman life. While the poems lack individual ...

Welcome to The Cantina! Grab yourself a glass of blue milk, and join along with Eileen, Lucas, Nick, Damon, and Mary as we travel the galaxy together at light speed! Tune in for the most charming Star Wars banter on the market and learn a thing or two about a galaxy far, far away.

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