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In this entertaining book, Donald R. Prothero explores the astonishing connections between climate and life through the ages, telling the remarkable stories of the scientists who made crucial discoveries. Journeying through the intertwined evolution of climate and life, he tackles questions such as: Why do we have phytoplankton to thank for the air we breathe? What kind of climate was necessary for the rise of the dinosaurs-or the mammals, their successors? When and how have climatic changes caused mass extinctions?

Why do people believe bunk? And what causes them to embrace such pseudoscientific beliefs and practices? Noted skeptic Massimo Pigliucci sets out to separate the fact from the fantasy in this entertaining exploration of the nature of science, the borderlands of fringe science, and - borrowing a famous phrase from philosopher Jeremy Bentham - the nonsense on stilts.

Over the past few years, devastating tsunamis off the coast of the Indian Ocean have killed hundreds of thousands of people. Even more alarmingly, scientists predict that these tsunamis, as well as a series of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, will be striking with even greater frequency and may eventually threaten Hawaii, California, and Oregon.

Ian Tattersall, a highly esteemed figure in the fields of anthropology, archaeology, and paleontology, leads a fascinating tour of the history of life and the evolution of human beings. Starting at the very beginning, Tattersall examines patterns of change in the biosphere over time, and the correlations of biological events with physical changes in the Earth's environment.

From the Yangtze to the Yellow River, China is traversed by great waterways, which have defined its politics and ways of life for centuries. Water has been so integral to China's culture, economy, and growth and development that it provides a window on the whole sweep of Chinese history. In The Water Kingdom, renowned writer Philip Ball opens that window to offer an epic and powerful new way of thinking about Chinese civilization. Water, Ball shows, is a key that unlocks much of Chinese culture.

From bestselling author Kenneth C. Davis comes a treasure trove of answers to questions about our world. Was there an Atlantis? What's the smallest country in the world? What's the difference between a jungle and a rain forest? Kenneth C. Davis, author of Don't Know Much About History, Don't...

At stake in the "Science Wars" that have raged in academe and in the media is nothing less than the standing of science in our culture. One side argues that science is a "social construct," that it does not discover facts about the world, but rather constructs artifacts disguised as objective truths. This view threatens the authority of science and rejects science's claims to objectivity, rationality, and disinterested inquiry. Drawing Out Leviathan examines this argument in the light of some major debates about dinosaurs.

Published to coincide with the centenary of the first expeditions to reach the South Pole, An Empire of Ice presents a fascinating new take on Antarctic exploration. Retold with added information, it's the first book to place the famed voyages of Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, his British rivals Robert Scott and Ernest Shackleton, and others in a larger scientific, social, and geopolitical context.

The Science of Travel Podcast combines the passion for travel and the knowledge geoscience provides to build deep connections and fond relationships with the nature and people we come in touch with.

This podcast discusses the history of scientific thought and tells stories about the greatest scientific discoveries and the scientists who made them. There may also be an inordinate amount of Xennial-related references thrown in along the way. Episodes will be released every two weeks on Fridays! Thanks for listening.

This is a podcast celebrating all aspects of masculinty including what it is, how we got here, what are examples of it and where we go from here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hanna et Juliette sont deux meilleures amies depuis l'enfance, toutes les deux jeunes ingénieures, elles sont parties en vélo sur les routes de France en quête de trouver des réponses. Elles vont rencontrer et vivre avec des paysannes et agricultrices de tout domaine qui pratiquent l'agroécologie, discuter de quête de sens, de l'agriculture de demain, de rythme et du futur qu'on souhaite construire.Elles vous racontent leurs aventures dans cette première série de podcast écoféministe qui mêle témoignages, expériences de vie, chiffres et théories.Prise de son, interview, écriture...

Face à une crise d'ordre politique et climatique, face au réchauffement climatique, il est urgent d'interroger notre vision du monde. Quel relation nos sociétés entretiennent-elle aujourd'hui avec le milieu dans lequel elles évoluent ? Pouvons-nous collectivement adapter nos modes de pensées et de vie aux nouvelles limite planétaires ?Le vivant étant devenu une notion politique, Mazarine Mitterrand Pingeot reçoit les grands penseurs des enjeux liés à la démocratie, à la préservation de la vie ou du réchauffement climatique. Cette nouvelle saison inédite des Grands Entretiens ...

This podcast series discusses Theosophy, which is often defined as the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy. Founded by Helena P. Blavatsky, who notably authored The Secret Doctrine and Isis Unveiled, Theosophy's scope is almost as astounding as the study's profound insights and wisdom. One small subject at a time, readings of Blavatsky and William Q. Judge are heard. One's own contemplation of the individual subjects presented, is bound to inform more than simply the moment.

The mysteries of the world, solved by a drunk man named Albert.

Les voies du changement Notre héritage n'est précédé d'aucun testament. Dit autrement, il n'y a pas de recette, de guide, ni d'incantation miracle pour réussir la transition écologique et s'éloigner du précipice dont nous nous rapprochons chaque jour un peu plus. Dans ce podcast, nous donnons la parole à celles et ceux qui impulsent le changement, de manière personnelle ou collective, artistique ou scientifique, politique, au sein de leur entreprise ou encore dans l'enseignement. Comment mobiliser nos énergies pour transformer nos sociétés et changer le monde ? Comment ...

Join Billabong Retreat and Church of Kindness Founder Paul von Bergen in this radically honest and wild exploration of love, life, pleasure, sexuality, God, spirituality, science and death. What does it mean to be alive? Who Am I? How can I reduce suffering and dis-ease? What should I do to live a life of no regrets? Am I scared of dying? How can I manifest more abundance and more pleasure? What is God? Presented by Paul von Bergen and his friends, therapists, teachers and facilitators. www.paulvonbergen.com www.billabongretreat.com.au

The Octarine Tree. A podcast exploring the meaning of ecology, spirit and human relationship. Hosted by Western Australian agro-ecologist Byron Joel.

Kris Kourtis TV and Radio Star speaks the truth about a plethora of topics. Born January 23rd 1983. Kris Kourtis is a TV and Radio Billionaire. Be has written over 14 audiobooks that can be purchased on Amazon or iTunes and free on YouTube.

The Change brings together words and women, who in the permutation of 26 letters, over the course of 10 episodes, bridge some of the boundaries that exist and persist between women & technology in the Anthropocene. This podcast is an attempt to fill knowledge gaps. Knowledge gaps that we will bridge through the lens and expertise of the women contributing to this podcast. Our interviewees are the conduit through which we will outline the fundamentals of climate tech. Through them, we will highlight the complex interdependencies and incomplete knowledge that defines our present understanding ...