Follow scientist Angus Davison's quest to find a mate for a rare left-coiling snail named Jeremy, with heartwarming efforts from people online. Explore the emotional journey of grieving and the significance of Jeremy's left-coiling trait. Discover the challenges faced by rare left-coiling snails in their quest for mating.

Nicholas Green, the 7-year-old American, inspired the naming of various places in Italy. The podcast explores the impact of his legacy, including organ donation, forgiveness, and the emotional journey of his family. It discusses the heartwarming story of organ recipients kept alive by Nicholas, highlighting the enduring impact of generosity and optimism.

Kourtney LaPlant, a former University of Florida student and mascot, shares her experience of wearing the mascot costume, dealing with heat and interacting with people. She also discusses the challenges of wearing dirty suits on game days and the gestures used by mascots. The speaker expresses passion for dressing up in costumes and offers ad-free episodes through Criminal Plus.

Valerie Lee Shafer, the author of 'The Care and Keeping of You', shares her experiences writing a book about puberty for girls. The podcast covers topics such as the formation of Team Milk, the origins of American Girl dolls, and the universal concerns about puberty. The speaker also discusses their experience of being on bedrest while pregnant and introduces their daughters to the book. The podcast ends with information about the podcast team and their preference for traditional metal braces.

Twin Mars rovers surpass expectations and keep going; NASA engineer saves stuck rover during dust storm; The challenges of winter on Mars for the rover Spirit; A young girl's fascination with black holes and dark matter.

This podcast explores the desire for eternal companionship through the use of artificial intelligence. It delves into the creation of a robot designed to replicate a loved one. The podcast also discusses the concept of creating a digital version of ourselves using our online information. It explores the desire for immortality, leaving behind a legacy, and connecting with artificial beings.

Grandson's road trip with his elderly grandmother to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Rediscovering family through love for national parks. Adventures, unexpected attention, and reflection on travel goals.

Ashton Edwards, a ballet enthusiast, defies gender roles in ballet by dancing on pointe. They face challenges but eventually receive a surprising job offer. The chapter explores their passion for dance, reflection on their first performance in the Nutcracker, and changes in policies regarding pointe shoes.

The podcast discusses the history and significance of the Barbizon Hotel in New York City as a sanctuary for women breaking out of traditional gender roles. It explores the challenges faced by women in the 1930s and 1950s and reflects on the transformations of the hotel over the years. The speaker shares advice for young people considering their profession and acknowledges the historical significance of the Barbizon Hotel as a place for women to pursue their ambitions.

This podcast explores Jean Westcott's 20-year journey of auditioning for Jeopardy, including anecdotes from former contestants and the current online audition process. It discusses the preparation process, the tense atmosphere during auditions, and Jean finally receiving the awaited phone call. Jean shares her experience of auditioning for Jeopardy for over two decades, her concerns about participating during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her determination to not say no to the opportunity. The speaker also recounts their experience taking an online test, their achievements, and their collection of Jeopardy merchandise.