We sit down with Tucker and Cabbage to hear all about their time in Texas working the corn harvest. From long days in the scorching heat to the unexpected challenges of life on the road, they share firsthand stories of what it’s really like to cut corn in the Lone Star State. They talk about the highs, the lows, and whether they’d take on another season in the fields. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work a harvest crew or are just looking for a few good stories, this episode is one you won’t want to miss!
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Professor Orlagh Creevey
In this episode, David is joined by Orlagh Creevy, a professor in astronomy and a leading expert in stellar seismology. Together, they explore Orlagh’s captivating career, from her work studying “star quakes” and star physics to her contributions to the European Space Agency’s groundbreaking Gaia mission.
Orlagh sheds light on how the Gaia spacecraft is revolutionizing our understanding of stars, exoplanets, and the Milky Way through its massive data releases. With the next major milestone, Gaia Data Release 4, on the horizon, she shares insights into what these discoveries mean for science and our place in the universe.
If you’ve ever looked up at the night sky and wondered about the mysteries it holds, this episode is for you. Tune in for a down-to-earth conversation about the stars, their secrets, and the cutting-edge research that’s helping us unlock them.
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Ed Dunne | TWFTT
Heath Care professional Ed Dunne tells a story that genuinely shocked me .
While trying to help a charity in Moldova, he uncovered the shocking misuse of charity funds by its Irish CEO. Hear Ed's gripping story of battling corruption, fighting for his daughter, and his relentless efforts to expose the truth and protect donors' contributions."
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Wolf Amos
This week on the wood from the trees , @wolfeamos1 takes us down and extremely intriguing rabbit hole about parasites cannibalism and different branches of the human story.
Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1efdHmAOXKyGzgOoWimsOE?si=iBGbBk8VTveLKUJ6OT4qUw
Or watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/zvaPTvEi_Kg?si=XE8BL2Fas8Z962kU
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Alan Clarke
Alan comes in to chat to David about his new book release!
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