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No skill is more important in today's world than being able to think about, understand, and act on information in an effective and responsible way. What's more, at no point in human history have we had access to so much information, with such relative ease, as we do in the 21st century. But because misinformation out there has increased as well, critical thinking is more important than ever. These 24 rewarding lectures equip you with the knowledge and techniques you need to become a savvier, sharper critical thinker in your professional and personal life.

Energy medicine. Acupuncture. Superfoods. Healing magnets. What does the scientific evidence really say about these and other eclectic treatments for personal wellness that fall under the popular term “alternative medicine”? How can we know if a treatment is safe and effective? How can you become your own best skeptical consumer of health news in the media? Join neurologist and science educator Dr. Steven Novella for a fascinating exploration of these and other important questions about the truths - and myths - behind alternative medicine.

In today's information age, medical myths are all around us. And using them to make decisions about your own health can be harmful. Even deadly. That's why it's critical to understand the accuracy of medical information and discover the truth about everyday health and well-being. That's the core of this important series of 24 eye-opening lectures from an acclaimed neurologist, educator, and science broadcaster.

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is your guide through this maze of modern life. It covers essential critical thinking skills as well as giving insight into how your brain works and how to avoid common pitfalls in thinking. They discuss the difference between science and pseudoscience, how to recognise common science news tropes, how to discuss conspiracy theories with that crazy colleague of yours and how to apply all of this to everyday life. As fascinating as it is entertaining, this enthralling audiobook is your essential guide to our increasingly confusing world. 

Our predictions of the future are a wild fantasy, inextricably linked to our present hopes and fears, biases and ignorance. Whether they be the outlandish leaps predicted in the 1920s, like multi-purpose utility belts with climate control capabilities and planes the size of luxury cruise ships, or the forecasts of the '60s, which didn't anticipate the sexual revolution or women's liberation, the path to the present is littered with failed predictions and incorrect estimations. The best we can do is try to absorb from futurism's checkered past, perhaps learning to do a little better.

When London boutique owner Bridget Hutchcroft befriends a glamorous client at her Knightsbridge dress agency, she believes she has met a Russian socialite with vast wealth and powerful connections. Ekaterina Barrett glides through luxury apartments, London’s finest hotels and European high society dinners with unwavering confidence. Chauffeurs wait outside. Extravagant goods pile up. Money, it seems, is no object. Until it vanishes. Bridget generously lends her wealthy new friend more than a million pounds, but it proves to be a disastrous mistake. When Ekaterina refuses to pay the money ...

EMI was once home to some of the biggest names in pop, the crown jewels of British music from the Beatles, Pink Floyd and Queen, to Coldplay, Kate Bush and Radiohead, and surfing the wave of Brit Pop in the 1990s. As a new millennium dawns, internet piracy and file sharing capsize the entire record industry. EMI is sold to a city Mogul named Guy Hands. Better known for turning around German motorway toilets than running a record label, his arrival triggers an all out war between the forces of money and art, as the one of London’s feistiest financiers struggles to save Britain’s coolest ...

SIKTET er en podkastserie som gjenskaper politiavhør fra ekte kriminalsaker. Avhørene er hentet fra politiets etterforskning og lest av skuespillere. Av hensyn til pårørende og øvrige involverte er visse navn endret, og enkelte partier utelatt. Ny episode hver tirsdag.Produsert av Novel StudiosForteller: Jan Martin JohnsenRegi: Vilde MobergOriginalmusikk & Miks: Philip EliasonProdusent: André Christenson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is a weekly science podcast discussing the latest science news, critical thinking, bad science, conspiracies and controversies. -The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe: Your escape to reality - Produced by SGU Productions, LLC: https://www.theskepticsguide.org

Japanese Classics Re-hacked by a Toxic Otaku Welcome to Wabi-Sabi & Wired, the only comedy podcast dragging legendary Japanese literature out of the classroom and into the toxic trenches of internet culture. Join our high-velocity Manzai banter: The Expat MC: A cheerful lover of Wabi-Sabi, searching for Zen in every masterpiece. Neko: A terminally online otaku ruining the canon through the lens of gacha gaming, anime tropes, and internet drama. From Soseki Natsume to Osamu Dazai, we audit the "Greats" with zero respect and 100% savage energy. Is it a soul-searching journey, or just a mass

あの頃、教科書で読んだ「名作」の本当の姿を知っていますか？ 「国語対話」は、高尚な日本文学を現代のサブカル・ネット視点で容赦なく解体する、知的エンタメ番組です。 【パーソナリティ紹介】 MC（司会）：教育学部出身の「物語オタク」。美しい教訓やエモい展開を信じたい常識人。 Neko（解説）：科学哲学専攻の「理屈屋紳士」。名作をソーシャルゲーム、IT用語、限界ネット民の視点で毒々しく再定義するオタク。 【番組の内容】 ...

Orgásmica is a bilingual podcast about female sexuality, tantra, and emotional healing, hosted by Virginia Novello, a tantric coach and breathwork facilitator. This is a space without taboos, where we explore sexual empowerment, relationships, embodiment, trauma healing, and feminine energy. Through intimate conversations, expert guests, and personal stories, Orgásmica invites you to reconnect with your body, your pleasure, and your truth because an orgasmic life is a life full of magic. --- Orgásmica es un podcast bilingüe sobre sexualidad femenina, tantra y sanación emocional, conducido...

Welcome to The Dressing Room with Joe Cole, Carlton Cole and Wayne Bridge: three former top flight pros bringing you football without the filter.Expect outrageous stories you won’t hear anywhere else, behind the scenes banter and brutally honest verdicts on all the biggest football news.New episodes every week covering the Premier League, transfers, and the stories behind the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Aria stampa è una rassegna di articoli su clima e ambiente curata dalla giornalista Novella Gianfranceschi. Se ti piace, ti è utile o entrambe le cose, puoi aiutarla a continuare.Sostieni il progetto con una donazione: https://ko-fi.com/novellagianfranceschi

A podcast about current/future issues that concern not only myself, but family, friends, and co-workers past/present. This is an unfiltered discussion about how they navigate a dangerous and unforgiving but still beautiful world and the stories that make each one of us unique.

This is the podcast for the big readers and the book lovers.Novel Thoughts is a book chat podcast hosted by former bookshop owner Sapphire Bates.Twice a month we deep dive into a single book, from beloved classics to exciting new releases, exploring it from different perspectives with rotating co-hosts. Other episodes cover author interviews, literary prizes, new releases, and overlooked gems you might have missed.Expect thoughtful discussion, plenty of reading recommendations, and the occasional chat about the wider culture we have been enjoying.If you love to read, come hang out with Novel ...

Novel Tea with S and B is the podcast you didn’t know you needed, hosted by the dynamic duo, Stephanie and Bekk. These two sister-in-laws are serving up literary greatness with a side of wit and charm. Get ready for some serious bookish banter as they dive into the pages of their favorite reads biweekly on Thursdays. Need a reading recommendation? Look no further, these ladies have got you covered. And hey, they even throw in some hilarious book chats while they enjoy their tea. So grab a cuppa and join the fun with Novel Tea with S and B– where books and laughter collide!

Todos hemos enfrentado enfermedades o condiciones que afectan nuestra salud e incluso ponen en riesgo la vida. Estoy convencido de que nadie es un experto más genuino que aquel que vive EN PRIMERA PERSONA esta experiencia.Soy Mikel Novella, y en cada episodio mantendré conversaciones reales con pacientes, sobrevivientes y healthfluencers que influyen en las conversaciones, marcan tendencias y participan activamente con el objetivo de mejorar el ecosistema de la salud.Únete cada semana aqui en Youtube, o también en Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcast y Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See...

O trabalho pesado, os maus tratos, a falta de liberdade, o desrespeito aos direitos básicos... Um dia, os trabalhadores resolveram dizer "basta" e deram início a uma revolução, expulsando de vez seu carrasco para bem longe! Infelizmente, o paraíso de justiça e igualdade com que sonharam não passou de uma grande ilusão. Claro que, neste livro, os trabalhadores são animais e os líderes do novo regime, porcos. Uma fábula satírica, genialmente criada por George Orwell, aclamada mundialmente e que chega em uma edição super especial para os leitores da Editora do Brasil.