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06/12/2021

Basketball Great Dwayne Wade

Basketball great Dwayne Wade discusses the game that put him on the map when Marquette University beat top-seed Kentucky, what it was like to represent his country on the redeem team during 2008 summer olympics, and how he, Lebron James and Chris Bosh became the big three for the Miami Heat. He talks about returning to his home town of Chicago to play for Bulls, his brief stint playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers, why he wanted to finish his career playing for the team that made him. Plus Dwayne talks Pregame rituals, the secret to a good head-fake, and black fatherhood. Order Dwayne Wade's new book DWAYNE on Amazon or wherever books are sold, and follow him on Twitter at @DwayneWade. Subscribe to Kickass News on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and keep with us at www.kickassnews.com or on Twitter at @KickassNewsPod. Kickass News is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Visit Airwave at www.airwavemedia.com or on Apple Podcasts to discover our other excellent podcasts like Good Job Brain, Big Picture Science, Legends of the Old West, Investing for Beginners, Into the Impossible, and other great podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06/12/2021

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32 min
14/10/2024

Pygmy Hippo: Moo Deng's Origins

Moo Deng, the baby Pygmy Hippopotamus was born in 2024 and became a world-wide sensation. This birth is critical to their species!! With so few numbers, each Pygmy Hippo born under human care is a lifeline to their wild counterparts. This is because sadly, with as few as 2000 Pygmy Hippos left in the world, we are losing one of natures often forgotten large herbivores. Though one tenth the size of their larger cousins the Common Hippopotamus, the Pygmy Hippo is no small runt. Weighing in as much as 600 lbs. (275 kg), they are still a force to be reckoned with. Yet, this shy and elusive herbivore is suffering and slipping towards extinction. Thankfully, these West African natives are a focus for many conservation efforts and their story is one to be told. By telling their story, all of us can bring awareness to these special animals and do all we can to help save them. Learn more about Pygmy Hippos on our website HERE Moo Deng was born at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand and their Facebook page is HERE ------------------------------------------------------------- Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14/10/2024

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1h 9m
03/09/2025

Gobi Bear Is Almost Gone

The Gobi bear (Ursus arctos gobiensis) is the rarest bear in the world, with fewer than 40 individuals surviving in the wild. Found only in Mongolia’s Great Gobi Strictly Protected Area, these desert specialists endure brutal summers and freezing winters on one of Earth’s harshest landscapes. In this episode, Chris and Angie explore the Gobi bear’s adaptations, ecology, and precarious future. We discuss their differences from other brown bears, why their numbers have plummeted, and how human pressures like mining and climate change put them on the edge of extinction. Inspired by the Apple TV+ series The Wild Ones and an interview with Aldo Kane, we also highlight the conservation heroes working tirelessly to protect this species and what listeners can do to help. Podcast Timeline 00:00 Introduction and The Wild Ones inspiration 03:00 Meet the Gobi Bear: The World’s Rarest Bear 07:30 Comparison to Other Brown Bears 10:30 Historical Range and Current Habitat in the Gobi Desert 15:30 Ecological Importance: Role in Food Webs and Oases 20:30 Population Decline: Why Fewer Than 40 Remain 27:30 Mining and Rare Earth Minerals 31:00 Climate Change and Desertification Challenges 40:00 Evolutionary Background of Brown Bear Subspecies 47:00 Physiological Adaptations of the Gobi Bear 53:00 Hibernation and Winter Survival Strategies 58:00 Super Sense of Smell and Desert Diet 01:10:00 Reproduction and Cub Survival in Harsh Conditions 01:17:00 Conservation Efforts: The Gobi Bear Project and UNESCO Involvement 01:20:00 Global Action Steps: What Listeners Can Do to Help 01:25:00 Closing Reflections and Hope for the Future =========================================================== Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03/09/2025

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1h 27m
12/03/2025

Nature's Mimic: The Lyrebird

Chris and Angie dive into the captivating world of the lyrebird, one of the world's most remarkable avians. Chris shares his personal encounter with a lyrebird in Australia's Taronga Zoo and the Blue Mountains. From its unparalleled mimicry skills, capable of imitating other birds, animals, and even man-made sounds, to its significant ecological role, including soil turnover and fire management, the lyrebird proves to be an ancient and integral species. The episode also explores their unique courtship behaviors, the intricacies of their syrinx (voice box), and the challenges they face from habitat loss and introduced predators. Conservation efforts by organizations like BirdLife Australia and Taronga Zoo are highlighted, emphasizing the need to protect this incredible bird and its habitat. Please Support JJ Emerson - The Wild Side of Travel HERE who posted the wonderful sounds of the Lyrebird! Podcast Timeline: 00:00 Introduction to the Lyrebird 01:02 Personal Encounters and Stories 03:15 Lyrebird's Unique Features and Behavior 11:01 Ecological Importance of the Lyrebird 20:48 Lyrebird's Evolutionary Background 32:09 The Mimicry Marvels of Lyrebirds 33:23 Female Lyrebirds: Unsung Mimicry Masters 35:37 Lyrebird Intelligence and Learning 39:48 The Physiology Behind Lyrebird Mimicry 43:58 Lyrebird Diet and Habitat 45:55 Breeding and Courtship Rituals 59:21 Conservation Efforts and Final Thoughts =========================================================== Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12/03/2025

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1h 12m
30/11/2020

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Jean-Michel Basquiat became a star of the art world in the 1980s. He grew up in New York and started making a name for himself through his collaborative graffiti project SAMO. In 1980, SAMO was dead and a young Basquiat was poised to take the art world by storm. His biography is the kind of story one would find hard to believe if laid out as the plot to a book or movie. He showed tremendous promise from an early age. He learned to read and write by the age of four. His mother nurtured his talents taking him to museums, providing him books to read to feed his appetite for more learning. Unfortunately, by his teenage years, while he was fluent in 3 languages, he was also struggling with his mother‘s mental illness and the need for her to be in care away from the family. He was a high school dropout and homeless in the late 1970s, but in the 1980s, he was painting in expensive Armani suits and throwing hundred dollar bills out of his limo to panhandlers on the street. In 2017, one of Basquiat‘s paintings set a record for the most expensive painting by an American artist when it sold for $110.5 million. In this episode of Who ARTed, we discuss the life and work of Jean-Michel Basquiat. As always you can find images of the work and other resources on the website www.WhoArtEdPodcast.com and if you like the podcast, please help spread the word, leave a review and all that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30/11/2020

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33 min
29/02/2024

Keith Haring | DJ Dog

Keith Haring is one of my absolute favorite artists because he was earnest and direct in his paintings. In his works, he would reduce complicated messages to clear and catchy slogans. He used bright colors and dancing figures to make art that was fun but also sought to make the world a better place. In 1978, Haring moved to New York City to attend the School of Visual Arts, where he studied painting along with semiotics. He also experimented with video and performance. Focus on performance made him more conscious of movement in his painting. He said he moved to NY because he wanted intensity in his life and in his art. He was inspired by hip-hop and the club scene where all kinds of people would come together to dance and have a good time. At his gallery openings, he would often have a DJ bringing the energy and movement to a venue not typically known for that vibe, and even after his work sold in prestigious galleries around the world, he continued to make chalk drawings on subway platforms and selling affordable prints in the Pop Shop because he firmly believed that art is for everybody. My guest this week is Tim Bogatz host of Art Ed Radio from The Art of Education University. Here are his links: Art Ed Radio: https://theartofeducation.edu/podcasts/behind-the-scenes-of-the-art-room-makeover-ep-399/ The Art of Education University: https://theartofeducation.edu/ AOEU Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjHIXlDbceMVJwfuHLJ0QISPKtSJO_ACZ Related episodes: Felix Gonzalez-Torres Klaus Nomi Arts Madness 2024 links: The Brackets Spotify Playlist Prediction Form Vote in the Current Round Check out my other podcasts Art Smart | Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29/02/2024

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41 min
02/07/2025

Exploring the World of Manta Rays: Sustainable Ocean Tourism w/Martina Wing

Angie talks with Martina Wing, co-founder of Hawaii Ocean Watch and operator of Manta Ray Advocates. They discuss Martina's journey from Germany to Hawaii, her dedication to ocean advocacy, and her work educating the public about manta rays. Martina shares insights on manta ray biology, the challenges and joys of running an eco-friendly tourism business, and the importance of sustainable practices. She also offers advice on how tourists can make more responsible decisions when engaging in ocean activities. Highlights include her unforgettable experience rescue filming a dolphin and the upcoming launch of her podcast, designed to further ocean conservation efforts. Dolphin Rescue YouTube Video HERE Manta Ray Advocates Website HERE Podcast Timeline 02:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:13 Meet Martina Wing: Ocean Advocate 03:35 Martina's Journey to Hawaii 05:00 The Manta Ray Experience 13:35 Understanding Manta Rays 27:13 Challenges in Ocean Tourism 31:46 Sustainable Tourism Practices 40:30 Conservation Efforts in Tourism 45:16 Challenges in the Manta Ray Tour Industry 47:41 The Need for Regulation and Safety 48:16 Mission and Goals of Hawaii Ocean Watch 50:31 Sustainable Practices and Personal Experiences 58:54 The Viral Dolphin Rescue 01:09:54 The Importance of Common Sense in Ocean Tourism 01:10:07 Advice for Aspiring Conservationists 01:11:37 The Role of Community and Policy in Conservation 01:13:13 How to Get Involved and Help 01:17:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts =========================================================== Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02/07/2025

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1h 19m
05/01/2025

Michelangelo | The Sistine Chapel Ceiling

Michelangelo was considered to be one of the greatest examples of a Renaissance man. He is also one of the worst examples of personal hygiene. Learn a little bit about the artist who painted the ceiling on the Sistine Chapel. Related episodes: Michelangelo | The Sistine Chapel Ceiling Art Smart: The Renaissance Arts Madness 2025 Season 11 is all about my Arts Madness Tournament. Once again, I hope you will weigh in on your favorite artists/artworks as we go from 64 down to 1. For this year’s tournament, I put 32 works from the AP Art History list in one bracket, and on the other side, I have 32 artists/works from my personal “Salon des Refusés” that were not included in the curriculum. Voting for Round 1 will begin Monday, February 24. In the meantime, learn about all the different artists/artworks. I will be posting daily mini episodes for 64 days (mostly encore presentations with some updates and new episodes most Mondays). Arts Madness 2025 links: The Brackets Vote in the Current Round Check out my other podcasts Art Smart | Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05/01/2025

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14 min
12/07/2024

Andrew Wyeth | Christina's World

Andrew Wyeth was the son of a successful illustrator. Wyeth is best known for his painting "Christina's World" which is among the few artworks to leap from the museum walls to popular culture as it has been referenced in numerous photos, TV shows and movies. The painting was inspired by Wyeth's neighbor who was unable to walk but chose to crawl rather than use a wheel chair. He was inspired as he saw Christina crawling across her family farm to make her way back home. The expansive field serves as a powerful symbol of Christina's vulnerability and isolation. Still, he created the composition from a worm's eye view so that we the viewers are not looking down upon Christina. We are invited to see the world through her eyes and look up at the scene and the house that seems so far off on the horizon. Check out my other podcasts Art Smart | Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12/07/2024

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16 min
17/03/2025

Skunks: Nature's Ultimate Stink Bomb

Skunks invoke fear in many animals, to include many people. This is not due to their obviously adorable looks, but all because of their deadly stink. Skunks have evolved a biological weapon that scares even the most ferocious predator. Their obnoxious stink comes from a highly accurate spray emitted from their anal glands. They are quite accurate with their aim, with a reach of nearly 10 feet (3 meters). The smell is so horrendous that most predators avoid them at all costs. In fact, skunks are rarely preyed upon by other mammals. There are so many more fun facts about these black and white stinkers that this week's podcast is well worth a listen if you haven't before. =========================================================== Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17/03/2025

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1h 8m

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