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Taking “Project Highwayman” to SXSW - Day 4-7: Nights at the Cinema
Read full article: Taking “Project Highwayman” to SXSW - Day 4-7: Nights at the CinemaWe have reached the point in my adventure in Austin for South By Southwest where the stress is out of the way and now there's nothing to do but watch movies!
Taking “Project Highwayman” to SXSW - Day 0: The Long Road Ahead...
Read full article: Taking “Project Highwayman” to SXSW - Day 0: The Long Road Ahead...I will be tracking me and my team's journey to the famed Entertainment Industry Networking convention as we pitch our sci-fi/horror podcast, "Project HIghwayman."
Police: Obsessed trucker kills Seattle-area podcaster, her husband after stalking woman for months
Read full article: Police: Obsessed trucker kills Seattle-area podcaster, her husband after stalking woman for monthsPolice say a longhaul truck driver from Texas who became obsessed with a software engineer after meeting her through a social media chatroom app broke into her suburban Seattle home and killed her, her husband and himself after stalking them for months.
Ask Amy show notes: Bitcoin for beginners
Read full article: Ask Amy show notes: Bitcoin for beginnersCryptocurrency is a form of digital payment and you might notice more companies are using this for common transactions. Bitcoin is the most popular form of cryptocurrency. Author and attorney Clayton Rawlings wrote the book “Bitcoin for Beginners.” He joins Amy Davis to share what he has learned in the process of buying and selling crypto.
Becoming an influencer: How a love for ‘Real Housewives’ turned into a career for this Detroiter
Read full article: Becoming an influencer: How a love for ‘Real Housewives’ turned into a career for this DetroiterSamantha Bush created the Instagram account @BravoHistorian on a whim, just looking for an outlet to share her opinions about all the ridiculous reality TV shows on the Bravo network.
Do you talk down to yourself? These pieces of advice will help you nip that in the bud
Read full article: Do you talk down to yourself? These pieces of advice will help you nip that in the budIf you ever find yourself being overly critical of your own actions, thoughts or feelings, that can be tough.
‘I’m not losing my mind. I’m angry at the unfairness of it,’ jailed journalist’s dad says ahead of next hearing
Read full article: ‘I’m not losing my mind. I’m angry at the unfairness of it,’ jailed journalist’s dad says ahead of next hearingMore than a month ago, on May 24, a 37-year-old journalist from the U.S. was detained and thrown in jail, without access to a lawyer or even granted a phone call.
What’s the best advice you ever received from your dad? We’d love to hear
Read full article: What’s the best advice you ever received from your dad? We’d love to hearAs we approach Father’s Day weekend, it seems dads are on the brain -- and it got us thinking: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever gotten from your father?
What you’re listening to now: The best podcasts according to viewers
Read full article: What you’re listening to now: The best podcasts according to viewersI don't know about you, but when I get the rare opportunity to unplug from the world around me, put in my earbuds to talk a walk or do a mindless chore- I can never find a good podcast to play. Then I spend half of my free time searching for something that interests me. On one of those occasions recently, I asked viewers to recommend podcasts they enjoy. I got a great list of more than 40 podcasts that I want to sample. I compiled them all here to make it easier to bookmark and go through the list. I hope you find something you love.
Spidernauts and space dogs: What happens to the creatures of spaceflight
Read full article: Spidernauts and space dogs: What happens to the creatures of spaceflightAnimal spaceflights paved the way for the first human astronauts and today creatures big and small continue to space travel advancing our knowledge of how the zero-gravity environment impacts all beings and aiding research down on Earth.
NASA’s Apollo moon program wasn’t sustainable, but with commercial space, Artemis can be
Read full article: NASA’s Apollo moon program wasn’t sustainable, but with commercial space, Artemis can beThis time, the U.S. plans to stay on the moon with a sustainable presence with the help of international and commercial partners.
These Houston podcasters are sharing black history to a new generation
Read full article: These Houston podcasters are sharing black history to a new generationHOUSTON – The figure of Martin Luther King is so pivotal, that continues to be an important topic of conversation for a local podcast. It’s called Gentlemen’s History Hour and its hosted by Equality and Rob Jay 10X. They chatted with Houston Life about this remarkable project and what they want people to know about Dr. King on this important holiday. Gentlemen's History Hour Podcast (Gentlemen's History Hour Podcast)In the podcast, the duo breaks down the current state of African American culture in a quick and informative conversation. The Gentlemen’s History Hour podcast airs every Thursday at 11am via Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
There’s more than 1 way to send a spacecraft to Venus
Read full article: There’s more than 1 way to send a spacecraft to VenusAdIt used to be -- in the U.S.-- NASA was the only way to fund and send a robotic mission to another world, but not anymore. The company wants to send the first robotic mission to Venus in 2023. (Image credit: Rocket Lab) (Rocket Lab)Meanwhile, NASA is considering funding its own missions to the planet considered Earth’s twin. Currently there are two Venus missions under consideration and two more equally fascinating missions, one designed to study Jupiter’s moon Io and another to Neptune’s moon Triton. AdHere’s what launching a robotic mission to another planet looks like, in a nutshell, according to Wagner:“This is what a typical NASA mission is.
How scientists know we’re not going to get squashed by an asteroid
Read full article: How scientists know we’re not going to get squashed by an asteroidIn a recent episode of the podcast “Space Curious,” planetary scientists helped us understand why this is. They also explained how we know where asteroids are, and why we’re not all going to get squashed by one anytime soon. “The main reason we go to Bennu is because it is the most potentially hazardous asteroid,” Campins said. “It’s a primitive asteroid,” Campins said. Campins said when someone reads about an asteroid headed for Earth, it’s a good idea to do some fact checking.
All the best ways to watch a space launch
Read full article: All the best ways to watch a space launchHave you ever watched a rocket launch? Speck was featured in a recent episode of “The Best Advice Show,” and spoke about some of the best ways to take in this cool experience. “Watching a launch with a child, especially with one who has never seen a launch before, is the best experience,” Speck said. It is so cool.”If you’re trying to watch a launch online, put the launch feed up on the TV, maybe somewhere like your living room, for the best experience. What’s so cool about a rocket launch, anyway?
Who takes out the space trash? Space debris is growing, here’s what’s being done about it
Read full article: Who takes out the space trash? Space debris is growing, here’s what’s being done about itAnd so whilst we say ’space debris,’ it’s not like there’s hundreds and hundreds of objects all crammed together or creating a huge problem. Space is big, and the separations between these pieces of space debris are quite large.”AdBatcheldor said most space debris, or space junk, is tracked and right now not posing a danger to any new missions. This is the area most concentrated with space debris, according to NASA’s Orbital Debris Program Office. His research area of focus is on robotics in space, including satellite repair in space and removal of space debris. Hosted by space reporter Emilee Speck, each episode is designed to inspire everyone, from the space curious to the space fanatics.
Space Curious: The origin story of the International Space Station
Read full article: Space Curious: The origin story of the International Space StationThat means most college students today have never known a day without an astronaut orbiting above them on the International Space Station. The International Space Station, or ISS, is just shy of the same length as an American football field and the largest spacecraft ever built. “I felt as an International Space Station, we needed to enter as an international crew.”AdCabana and Krikalev went into the ISS at the same time. “Sergei and I enter side by side, so there was no first person to enter the International Space Station,” Cabana said. Hosted by space reporter Emilee Speck, each episode is designed to inspire everyone, from the space curious to the space fanatics.
Are you Space Curious? Submit your intergalactic questions here
Read full article: Are you Space Curious? Submit your intergalactic questions hereWhat do you want to know about spaceflight and planetary exploration in the era of a new space industry? Space exploration is fueled by the need to answer questions about the great unknown. There’s no need to have a background in physics or a degree in engineering; this is open for the space curious to the space obsessed. Space reporter Emilee Speck will answer your intergalactic questions with help from astronauts, scientists and engineers. Your questions could be featured on Space Curious, a podcast from Graham Media Group and ClickOrlando.com.
Joe Rogan says hes leaving California for a little bit more freedom in Texas
Read full article: Joe Rogan says hes leaving California for a little bit more freedom in TexasHOUSTON Comedian, podcaster, UFC commentator and former Fear Factor host Joe Rogan is trading the Californian sun for some Texas barbecue, as he announced his plans to relocate to the Lone Star State. In his July 24 podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan cited overpopulation, traffic, and the need for freedom being a few of the reasons he has been persuaded to move from his current home of Los Angeles. Rogan also hopes that with his move to Texas, he could save $13 million in taxes, as California has a 13.3% income tax rate, Newsweek reported. The move comes after Rogan signed a $100-million contract with Spotify to air his podcasts exclusively starting in September. He already earns more than $30 million through YouTube, according to Newsweek.
Michelle Obama is launching a podcast on Spotify
Read full article: Michelle Obama is launching a podcast on SpotifyMichelle Obama is launching a podcast. The former first lady will host "The Michelle Obama Podcast," focused on meaningful relationships and conversations, her production company with former President Barack Obama, Higher Ground, announced Thursday in conjunction with Spotify. "Perhaps most of all, I hope this podcast will help listeners open up new conversations -- and hard conversations -- with the people who matter most to them. In the minds of many Americans, Obama remains the most accessible first lady of modern US history. And the podcast isn't her first foray into such a public, deep truth-telling exercise.
On this 50th anniversary for the USPS, mail a letter to a friend
Read full article: On this 50th anniversary for the USPS, mail a letter to a friendFifty years ago, the former Post Office Department changed over and became the United States Postal Service. Postal Service, as we know it now, has only been around since 1970? Energized by the Civil Rights Movement, postal workers in New York went on strike, and the movement eventually swelled across the country. Previously, letters were taken to a Post Office, where employees would note the postage due (or paid) in the upper right corner. Postal Service stands financially, perhaps we do have to consider, what if the mail goes away someday?
This advice will make you want to drop whatever you’re doing and drive around the block: ‘Rodents ate my car’
Read full article: This advice will make you want to drop whatever you’re doing and drive around the block: ‘Rodents ate my car’Even though life, in some ways, has started returning to normal, it’s safe to say that many of us still aren’t driving our cars as often. Whatever the case, Susan Reed, of Kalamazoo, has some advice for you: Take your car out every day, even if it’s just for a quick spin around the block. “Rodents ate my car,” Reed told Zak Rosen, the host and creator of “The Best Advice Show.”It wasn’t a cheap repair, either. But you’ll definitely want to make sure you’re driving your car at least semi-regularly. “The Best Advice Show” is a product of Graham Media Group.
Unplugging and switching gears before bed could be your saving grace during rough times
Read full article: Unplugging and switching gears before bed could be your saving grace during rough timesIt’s safe to say that we’re living through some very difficult times, so making sure you find a way to unplug and find an escape before bed could help you stay sane. How does Petty unwind before bed so she can clear her head of her day’s anxieties? No other way than the animated show “Bob’s Burgers.”If “Bob’s Burgers” isn’t your thing, Petty says to find something before bed that will help you switch gears. ‘Bob’s Burgers’ has been that rescue for me.”So whether it’s a hilarious and silly TV show like “Bob’s Burgers” or a page-turning romance novel, a little escapism can do wonders during stressful times. You can listen to Petty’s advice on “The Best Advice Show” podcast, below.
11 podcasts you should be listening to
Read full article: 11 podcasts you should be listening to“Space Curious” was created to inspire everyone -- from those with a mild interest in space exploration to the space fanatics. In season two, you’ll learn about Curtis Flowers, a man who has been tried six times for the same crime. You’ll learn about all of that. Podcasts, by the way, are really easy to access -- even if you’re not very tech-savvy. You can typically go to the podcast’s website (which are all linked above), hit “play” on the episode of your choosing, and it’s as simple as that.