From BirdNote | 01:45
Of all the birds that turn up at birdfeeders, chickadees are favorites. And they’re instantly recognizable. Yet sometimes we have to ask ourselves: “Which chickadee is it?” In the eastern and central states, there are two species: Black-capped Chickadees pervade the northern half of the region, and Carolina Chickadees, like this one, the southern half. But in some places, they overlap. And while the two look nearly identical, their voices give them away!
Of all the birds that turn up at birdfeeders, chickadees are favorites. And they’re instantly recognizable. Yet sometimes we have to ask ourselves: “Which chickadee is it?” In the eastern and central states, there are two species: Black-capped Chickadees pervade the northern half of the region, and Carolina Chickadees, like this one, the southern half. But in some places, they overlap. And while the two look nearly identical, their voices give them away!
Produced by Susan J. Cook
From Susan J. Cook | Part of the The River Is Wide series | 01:49
Here, An American Sonnet.
Sonnet 1081
-Susan Cook-
I see trees standing in deep water, their
roots, saturated. They have never had
an immersion like this and now they bear
vulnerability, standing as they have
since growth's inception, since the first seed grew,
waiting for just the right temperature, heat
seeping in to warm the earth. All we knew
of fear changed just then, fundamental needs
provided for, the breath of trees to take
their careful measure of air we deplete,
trees breathing out, the oxygen they make,
inextricably tied to fates we meet.
The trees don’t know we need them. We depend
as they do on breath, theirs, world without end.
Produced by WFIU
From WFIU | Part of the A Moment of Science series | 02:00
Extremophiles Go to The End of the Earth—and Thrive There
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From Charles Lee | Part of the Groks Science Radio Show series | 28:30
General conversation conventions may not establish effective communication. What does it take to be a good listener? On this episode, Michael Reddington discussed his book, The Disciplined Listening Method.
Produced by Kristin Dreyer Kramer
From Kristin Dreyer Kramer | Part of the Reel Discovery series | 03:00
Each week on Reel Discovery, host Kristin Dreyer Kramer takes a quick look at the latest in movies -- from the hottest new blockbusters to little-known indies and even Blu-ray releases. Whether you prefer explosive action movies or quiet dramas, you're sure to discover something worth watching. On the latest show, Kristin follows a family’s true story of hardship and determination in Unsung Hero.
To read more, visit NightsAndWeekends.com.
Produced by ChavoBart Digital Media
From ChavoBart Digital Media | Part of the Climate Connections series | 30:00
This month on Climate Connections:
Air Date Title:
Mon., 4/15 - How expectant parents can prepare for extreme weather: If extreme weather strikes during labor or soon after you give birth, you’ll need some backup options.
Tue., 4/16 - Schools in coal country are going solar: A project in Wayne County, West Virginia, will save the district enough money to pay for three teachers’ salaries.
Wed., 4/17 - What is a passive house? These ultra-efficient homes use up to 90% less energy for heating and cooling than conventional homes.
Thu., 4/18 - Exchange program make EV ownership more affordable for low-income Colorado residents: The program offers $6,000 rebates for new electric vehicles to qualifying participants.
Fri., 4/19 - A third of U.S. adults are interested in cutting back on meat, report finds: Health and cost are the driving motivations, but plant-rich meals can also help the climate.
Mon., 4/22 - What are virtual power plants? They could help utilities balance electricity supply and demand as more renewables join the grid.
Tue., 4/23 - 44% of Latinos live in U.S. counties with a high flood risk: Compared to just 35% of non-Latinos.
Wed., 4/24 - What are fuel cell EVs? They have several advantages over battery-powered EVs for trucking.
Thu., 4/25 - ‘Just do it!’ Wisconsin couple built a net zero home: It’s equipped with electric appliances, tight insulation, and 41 solar panels.
Fri., 4/26 - Some anglers say Rhode Island’s Block Island wind farm has improved fishing: The bases of the turbines attract fish, survey respondents reported.
Mon., 4/29 - Alaska Native community experiments with growing food above the Arctic Circle: Climate change is making some traditional foods harder to find, so community members are looking to new ways to increase food security.
Tue., 4/30 - Former school gets new life as an energy-efficient shopping center: Loan programs in 30 states are helping owners revitalize old, inefficient buildings.
Wed., 5/1 - Climate change threatens Africa’s rhinos: Extreme heat, poaching, and habitat loss are pushing the animals closer to extinction.
Thu., 5/2 - Mom fights air pollution in North Denver: Denver has some of the highest levels of ground-level ozone in the U.S.
Fri., 5/3 - Startup mimics nature to produce zero-carbon cement: Prometheus Materials is creating a cement made from algae.
Mon., 5/6 - A chef’s kiss for induction stoves: Induction stoves are one chef’s preferred way to serve up delicious food.
Tue., 5/7 - Prescribed burning can reduce wildfire damage: Low-intensity fires help clear out dead wood and vegetation, reducing the fuel available when a wildfire comes along.
Wed., 5/8 - Why switching to an EV is good for the climate: Over its lifetime, an electric vehicle produces much less climate-warming pollution than a similar gas-powered car.
Thu., 5/9 - Field workers, farm owners, and buyers band together to protect workers from heat: Heat-related illnesses are a growing risk as the climate warms.
Fri., 5/10 - In praise of shade trees: Urban areas with trees can be as much as 15 degrees cooler Fahrenheit than areas with less foliage.
Produced by Albert Grauer
From Albert Grauer | Part of the Travelers In The Night series | 02:00
Please see ther transcript.
Produced by Science Update
From Science Update | Part of the Science Update series | 01:00
Scientists discover that giraffes inherit their spots.
Produced by Kristin Dreyer Kramer
From Kristin Dreyer Kramer | Part of the Shelf Discovery series | 03:00
Each week on Shelf Discovery, host Kristin Dreyer Kamer offers listeners a brief look inside the pages of a new book. From mysteries to memoirs, classics to chick lit, busy readers are sure to find plenty of picks to add to their shelves. On this week's show, Kristin follows a new bride’s search for the truth in Bride and Groom by Rona Halsall.
To read the full review, visit NightsAndWeekends.com.
Produced by Diana Korte
From Diana Korte | Part of the Booktalk series | 10:16
Host Diana Korte speaks with Don Winslow, bestselling author of CITY IN RUINS, the last book in a trilogy featuring crime boss Danny Ryan.
The lesson for him is as hard as it is true: sometimes you must become what you hate to protect what you love.
Now a billionaire gambling mogul, he builds an empire of glittering mega-hotels and casinos along the Las Vegas Strip. Battles of money, influence, and bribery soon follow.
After 26 books this is Winslow’s last book as he’s taking his talents to a new patriotic pursuit.
But his books and numerous movies made from them live on. Austin Butler, in his first starring role since his Oscar nominated turn as Elvis Presley, will star as crime boss Danny Ryan in “City On Fire,” an earlier book in this trilogy.
Produced by Delmarva Public Media
From Delmarva Public Media | Part of the Beer Notes series | 02:00
The days are longer, the beaches are open again, and summer approaches. This week on Beer Notes, we are highlighting the summer beers produced here on the Shore.
Craft beers full of flavor and lighter in color are popular as warm weather approaches. Sours and fruited beers including the milkshake IPAs come into their own. Porters and stouts are taking a back seat to pilsners, wit biers, and IPAs of all varieties.
Here on the Shore where local politicians say the sun kisses Ocean City first each morning, the ocean dominates our environment and our psyche, and so does summer.
EVO craft brewing in Salisbury Maryland has the Delmarva Pure Pils, A supremely sessionable Eastern Shore take on a Czech-style pilsner.
Fin City, started in a crab house in West Ocean City, still serves crabs in working boats permanently docked at their pier all summer. They take their location and fishing seriously. With names like Angler Ale, White Marlin Pale Ale, Blackfin Black IPA, Catch of the Day IPA, and Backfin Blue Crab Stout to Marga Wheat A and Marina Colada. They even made a beer to support the creation and maintenance of artificial reefs off the coast of Ocean City for fishing habitat, OC Reef Red.
3rd Wave-, a woman owned brewery in Delmar, a small village that sits astride the state border between Delaware and Maryland produces the SandStorm Belgian Tripel, BeachBreak Apricot Wheat, and ShoreBreak Pale Ale.
Crooked Hammock, nestled in among the beach resort towns of Coastal Delaware- produces BEACH ESCAPE and Hammock Easy. Their neighbor in Lewes, Big Oyster Brewing has the Hammerhead IPA, a traditional west coast style that competes with the best IPAs on the market.
As summer crests the horizon, make sure that your vision includes locally made craft beer with names and flavors that bring to mind all the places and activities you love about the season.
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From StoryCorps | Part of the StoryCorps series | 02:51
When Deborah Wei and her family moved to the Philadelphia suburbs in the 1960’s, they were the only Asian family in their neighborhood. Deborah remembers how her mother made their new surroundings feel like home.
Produced by World Ocean Observatory
From World Ocean Observatory | Part of the World Ocean Radio series | 05:15
This week on World Ocean Radio we're sharing some methods and means to make small and large changes that can have effects on the climate and sustainability challenges that are caused in large part by the consumer choices we make every day.
About World Ocean Radio
World Ocean Radio is a weekly series of five-minute audio essays available for syndicated use at no cost by college and community radio stations worldwide. Peter Neill, Director of the World Ocean Observatory and host of World Ocean Radio, provides coverage of a broad spectrum of ocean issues from science and education to advocacy and exemplary projects.
World Ocean Radio
14 Years, 700+ Episodes
Ocean is climate
Climate is ocean
The sea connects all things
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From WFHB | Part of the EcoReport series | 28:54
In this edition of Eco Report, Maggie Sullivan, Watershed Coordinator for the Friends of Lake Monroe, shares how healthy the lake is and how long it will survive.
Credits:
Environmental Report was written by Norm Holy and Julianna Dailey
Eco Report Feature was produced and edited by Kade Young
Julianna Dailey compiled the events calendar
Kade Young and Noelle Herhusky-Schneider produce Eco Report
Branden Blewett engineers Eco Report
Julianna Dailey and Frank Marshalek hosted this week's Eco Report
Are you looking for a way to make a difference on environmental issues? Eco Report is looking for reporters, engineers, and segment producers who are passionate about reporting facts on how we’re all affected by global climate disruption and the ongoing assaults on our air, land and water. We also celebrate ecologists, tree huggers, soil builders and an assortment of champions who actively protect and restore our natural world, particularly those who are active in south central Indiana. All levels of experience and all ages are welcome, and we provide the training you’ll need. WFHB also offers internships. To volunteer for Eco Report, give us a call at (812) 323-1200, or e-mail us at: earth@wfhb.org.
Produced by Trace Kerr
From Trace Kerr | Part of the Brain Junk series | 05:17
Why won't your teenager listen to you? Their brain. For real. Insert teenage eye roll here.
Produced by H2O Radio
From H2O Radio | Part of the This Week in Water series | 06:09
The Biden administration made 13 million acres of wilderness in Alaska off limits to oil drilling and mineral mining.
Manufacturers of toxic “forever chemicals” may now be on the hook to clean them up.
A lab accident has revealed an amazing superpower of queen bees.
The next “gold” rush? Head to oil and gas waste sites.
Produced by Daniel Persons
From Daniel Persons | Part of the The Indie on Demand Movie Review series | 01:59
Film critic Dan Persons reviews FIGHTVILLE, an intense and intimate documentary focusing on the brutal sport of mixed martial arts.
THE INDIE ON DEMAND MOVIE REVIEW is a short, weekly, module-style review show dedicated to highlighting independent films available via on-demand platforms. Produced and hosted by film journalist and critic Dan Persons (The Huffington Post, IFC, Air America), each 2-minute episode will feature a review of an independent film that has recently debuted on-demand, incorporating cleared audio clips and Dan's detailed analysis to provide listeners with an entertaining and insightful glimpse into the exciting and innovative world of independent film, with all titles available immediately for viewing at home.
Produced by KPOV
From KPOV | Part of the The Point Puzzle series | 02:00
The Point Puzzle is a 2:00 minute weekly puzzle. Every week a winner from the last week will be selected from emailed answers and announced on air and a new puzzle will be posed.
The puzzles include word puzzles, math, and logic puzzles.
Puzzles are generally accessible to a wide audience, and are often tied to the season, holidays, or current events.
Produced by Fil Corbitt
From Fil Corbitt | Part of the Postcards from The Wind series | 02:00
A postcard from each edge of the Americas.
Produced by Prairie Home Productions
