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A conversation with Andy Chan of Books to Prisoners, sponsored by Evincer: https://evincer.org/?link=wiser Books to Prisoners - https://www.bookstoprisoners.net/ To Make a Donation - https://www.bookstoprisoners.net/donate-money 00:00 - Introduction 02:18 - What is Books to Prisoners? 06:03 - The Dangers of Donating Old Books? 07:58 - Banning Books 10:19 - Changing the Book Banning Process 18:24 -...

https://evincer.org?link=wiser  @modernday_eratosthenes is a STEM communicator teaching people of all ages to better understand science, and appreciate recent breakthroughs in the world of STEM. 00:00 - Teaser 00:20 - Introduction 02:26 - Science and Religion  15:39 - Evincer.org 17:53 - Escaping the Arab Spring 36:25 - Bots, bots, bots! 40:41 - Performance Artist to Mathematician 49:19 - Imposter...

Harris Sultan is an ex-Muslim atheist activist and author of the book The Curse of God: Why I Left Islam . Harris has been at the forefront of atheist activism in Pakistan and now in the West, using his Urdu and English channels to delve into thought-provoking discussions on atheism and critique of Islam. In our conversation, we discuss the history and role of Islam in many facets of modern life,...

Max Miller is the creator and host of Tasting History with Max Miller . On Tasting History, Max recreates recipes from around the world and across time, sharing the story behind these dishes and discussing the broader historical context. From Viking mead to Spartan staples, Celtic snacks, and 20th-century sweets, Max takes you back in time to learn about the world's favorite foods and how the...

Dr. Amber Wise is a cannabis scientist and scientific director at Medicine Creek Analytics. Amber has a background in chemistry, receiving her Ph. D. from UC Berkeley and serving as a professor at Chicago State University. She has become a familiar face in the world of cannabis, making several appearances across publications, including WIRED's "Tech Support" series.   In our convers...

Dr. Eli Kraisler is a theoretical physicist specializing in Density-Functional Theory (DFT), and leads his own research group at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem's Fritz Haber Center for Molecular Dynamics. Born in Uzhgorod, Ukraine, and later repatriated to Israel, Dr. Kraisler's journey through academia has taken him across the globe, from Tel Aviv University to Germany's Max Pl...

Today I'm speaking with  @jREG - YouTuber, satirist, social commentator, and artist. jREG is infamous for his impenetrably ironic and hilarious social & political commentary told through skits, conversations, monologues, and everything in between. From discussing radical and esoteric ideologies to sharing his experience with mental illness,  jREG exemplifies what it means to be a digital...

David Hoffman is an award-winning filmmaker, entrepreneur, and online content creator who has documented the ordinary to the extraordinary from as early as the 1960s. From his Emmy Award winning series, to his viral archival videos, David has lived and documented key points in history in the United States and across the world. In our conversation, we speak about his creative process, many stories...

Today I’ll be speaking with Dr. Michael Middlebrooks, Associate Professor of Biology at the University of Tampa. Michael is a marine ecologist and invertebrate zoologist, with an infectious enthusiasm for underwater life, and in particular, sea slugs. Much of Michael’s work has centered around photosynthetic sea slugs, truly bizarre organisms with many mysteries still outstanding. Michael and I di...

Dr. Vaibhav Pai is a Senior Research Scientist with the Allen Discovery Center at Tufts University. The Allen Discovery Center investigates the reading and writing of the Morphogenetic Code - how networks of cells communicate to create and repair complex anatomical shapes. Dr. Pai explores the role of bioelectrical signaling, aiming to answer a key question within what is often considered the &quo...

Today I'm speaking with Dr. Jared Henderson, philosopher, YouTuber, and co-host of "The Classical Mind" podcast. Jared received his PhD in philosophy, specializing in the philosophy of language and logic, having also published in philosophical theology. Over the last several months, Jared has begun to share his thoughts and ideas on books and philosophy, exploring the way they impac...

Dr. Josh Bongard is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Vermont, and director of the Morphology, Evolution & Cognition Laboratory. His groundbreaking work is centered around using AI to design novel organisms, pushing the boundaries and blurring the lines between robotics and biology. We take a deep dive into the fascinating world of Xenobots, programmable bio-hybrid organisms...

Justin Cottle is the lab director and a lead content creator for “The Institute of Human Anatomy” (IOHA). The IOHA is a private cadaver lab that, as they say, aims to teach as many people as possible about the one thing that everyone carries with them for their entire lives - their bodies. From showcasing the effects of drugs and alcohol, to highlighting the miracle that is human reproduction, the...

Today I’m speaking with Corey Gil-Shuster from “The Ask Project”, otherwise known as the “Ask an Israeli” / “Ask a Palestinian Project".  Corey asks viewer submitted questions to people across both Israel and Palestine, with topics ranging from food to religion. Corey’s work is among the best, and sadly the few, to be consistently documenting and sharing what real people think and feel, helpi...

Today I’m introducing a new narrative series covering a wide range of topics, from the history of science, to recent archeological discoveries. This won’t be replacing my regular conversations, but instead will allow me an avenue to cover more specific topics, in more detail, and in an organized fashion. I’ll also be posting this series in written form, which you can find on the Wiser Tomorrow Sub...

Today I’m speaking with Dr. Jim Pfaus, Professor of Neuroscience at Charles University in Prague, and the Research Director of the Center for Sexual Health and Intervention at the Czech National Institute of Mental Health. Jim’s research focuses on the neurobiology, neurochemistry, and molecular biology of sexual behavior, and examines how the brain’s neurochemical and neuroanatomical systems are...

Today I’m here with Fraser Cain of the Fraser Cain YouTube channel, Universe Today, and Astronomy Cast. Across his work, Fraser offers space and astronomy news, covering everything from the big bang, to the latest and greatest space-bound missions. We had the chance to speak about a wide range of topics, including the James Webb Space Telescope, the difference between Eastern and Western perspecti...

Today I’m speaking with Morne from Mamlambo Fossils. Morne is a fossil hunter living on the South Island of New Zealand, searching for Miocene and Cretaceous era fossils, and preparing them for donation to museums for research or as educational tools for the next generation of scientists. The Mamlambo channel and social media accounts document his discoveries, and inspire others who are interested...

Today I'm speaking with Natasha from  @NatashasAdventures . Natasha makes videos about Russian life and culture, including her experience as a Russian who left the country following the war in Ukraine. We spoke on many topics from life in the far East of Russia, to Natasha's personal experiences being affected by the conflict.  Screen Deep A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in...

Today I’m honored to be speaking with Jordan Harbinger, host of the Jordan Harbinger Show. Promoting lifelong learning, Jordan interviews some of the world’s most fascinating and accomplished people, offering insight and advice from those who lead by example. I’m speaking with Jordan today as a part of a charity event, donating to a variety of charities over the course of 2023, including Ava’s Kit...

Today I’m excited to be speaking with Leo Richards from Natural World Facts. Leo makes documentaries on a range of subjects spanning the natural world, and with a focus on marine life. From deep sea gigantism to chemosynthesis, NFWs covers everything about life in the oceans and seas. Starting when Leo was only 8 years old, he has consistently produced videos for over a decade, and are now among t...

Today I’m honored to be speaking with Avi Loeb. Avi is the former chair of the astronomy department at Harvard University, and is the current director of the Institute for Theory and Computation at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, the founding director of the Harvard University Black Hole Initiative, and the head of the Galileo Project. Beyond his academic work, Avi has also become...

Today I’m speaking with Jonathan Fink, host of the Silicon Curtain Podcast. Silicon Curtain, as Jonathan describes it, is a podcast about propaganda, digital disinformation, politics, corruption, hybrid warfare, weaponized conspiracy theories, social echo chambers and digital dystopias, and specifically, as it relates to the War in Ukraine. In only a short amount of time, Jonathan has spoken with...

Today I’m speaking with Charlie from "Odd Animal Specimens". Odd Animal Specimens produces media showcasing the extensive collections of preserved animals in museums across the United States. On YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, Charlie and the Odd Animal Specimens accounts put a spotlight on fascinating specimens, from lampreys to armadillos. They have seen a meteoric rise over the last y...

Today I’m speaking with author and futurist John Michael Godier. John has written several science fiction books including “Supermind” and “The Salvagers”, and hosts two of the best YouTube channels that focus on astronomy, future technologies, and extraterrestrial life. One of these channels dawns his own name, and offers documentary style videos that take a closer look at a wide range of topics a...