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Jul 19, 2024 • 10min

To Find Alien Life, We Might Have to Kill It

Exploring the ethical considerations of potentially harming extraterrestrial life during space exploration, the controversial outcomes of Mars experiments in 1976, debate on using advanced instruments to detect alien life, how NASA's missions utilize mass spectrometers, and the challenges of adhering to planetary protection guidelines when sending humans to other planets.
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Jul 18, 2024 • 6min

The New UK Government Wants Clean Energy, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and Public Transport Reform

The podcast discusses the UK government's plans for clean energy, sustainable aviation fuel, and public transport reform. Topics covered include a publicly owned clean power company, investments in green infrastructure, leveraging the Crown Estate for renewable energy, modernizing water regulation, and proposed bills for public transport reform.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 5min

It Will Soon Be Easier for Americans to Recycle Batteries

New program funded by the Department of Energy will establish battery drop-off sites in the US to tackle improper disposal. The podcast explores challenges in recycling lithium-ion batteries and innovations in sustainable recycling methods.
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Jul 16, 2024 • 4min

Google DeepMind's Chatbot-Powered Robot Is Part of a Bigger Revolution

Robotics researchers are using large language models to enhance the problem-solving skills of physical machines like Google's Gemini-powered robot for office guidance. A revolution in robotics is underway with the fusion of language models and real-world training.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 5min

Elon Musk’s Neuralink Is Ready to Implant a Second Volunteer

Elon Musk discusses Neuralink's latest efforts to implant a second volunteer with a brain implant, aiming to assist paralyzed individuals and provide artificial vision. They explore the technology for aiding disabilities, improving functionality, and Musk's vision of merging human and AI.
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Jul 12, 2024 • 9min

AI's Energy Demands Are Out of Control. Welcome to the Internet's Hyper-Consumption Era

Discover how generative AI tools are straining power grids and causing water evaporation online. Experts discuss the environmental impacts of increased energy demands and computational intensity in data centers for AI applications.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 8min

The $11 Billion Marketplace Enabling the Crypto Scam Economy

Explore the dark world of a billion-dollar marketplace enabling crypto scams, from deepfake services to human trafficking. Elliptic uncovered an online platform linked to Cambodia's ruling family facilitating over $11 billion in illicit transactions, largely through pig butchering schemes.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 11min

This Ancient Technology Is Helping Millions Stay Cool

Discover how ancient clay-based cooling techniques are making a comeback in India, offering cost-effective cooling solutions for households. Learn about companies like Middi Kool and Sea Balance providing electricity-free clay refrigerators and coolants to help communities in need. Explore the health risks of traditional cooling materials and the resistance to adopting alternative solutions in Indian homes.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 2min

Health Care Should Be Designed for the Extremes of Life

Designer Yves Behar discusses the need for health care to cater to children, the elderly, and those with disabilities. He explores design thinking in healthcare and innovative designs like Moxie and the SNOO robotic bassinet.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 4min

How a Group of Butterflies Managed to Fly 4,200 Kilometers Without Stopping

The podcast delves into the incredible 4,200-kilometer journey of painted ladies butterflies from Europe to Sub-Saharan Africa, showcasing the extensive research methods used to confirm this impressive migration.

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