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Updated 11/26/2024

3D AGO

RNZ Nine To Noon Replay: French social media ban, Microsoft encryption sharing

RNZ replay 30 January 2026 In conversation with RNZ "Nine to Noon" host Kathryn Ryan, we look at the recent massive layoffs at Amazon, France's social media laws for under 15s, Microsoft giving the keys to your data kingdom to the FBI, and what happens when an organisation tasked with maintaining the safety of the airways turns to a computer to 'flood the zone' with regulation? Thanks to RNZ - Nine To Noon The Next Billion Seconds with Mark Pesce is produced by Ampel and Myrtle and Pine Listen on Spotify, Apple Sign up for 'The Practical Futurist' newsletter here. https://nextbillionseconds.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19 min
11/24/2025

ALWAYS IMPERFECT - COME TOGETHER FIGHT NOW

Could it be that the smartphone and social media brought us together only to make us completely intolerant? Research seems to be pointing that way - so what can we do? Also, fake receipts, fake voices and fake apologies - the more AI we use, the more we get faked out. Finally, 'mind captioning' - could bring a voice to those who can not use their own! Recorded live on Radio New Zealand's "Nine To Noon" show on Thursday 20 November 2025 - with big thanks to host Kathryn Ryan! The Next Billion Seconds with Mark Pesce is produced by Ampel and Myrtle and Pine Listen on Spotify, Apple Sign up for 'The Practical Futurist' newsletter here. https://nextbillionseconds.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11/24/2025

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19 min
01/21/2024

FEED DROP: Mates in Space on 'ESC101'

In this international crossover of unprecedented geopolitical import, Jack and Justin join Canadian Eurovision podcast ESC101 to talk about the (im)practicalities of Eurovision on the Moon, what the Eurovision Song Contest can bring to space exploration, and most importantly, what space can do for Eurovision.ESC101 is a Eurovision history podcast, discussing the history of the Eurovision Song Contest, exploring the lives of artists & hosts, and delving into obscure facts and references found in the contest. If you're interested in hearing about the Eurovision Song Contest, or just learning some obscure trivia facts to impress your friends, check out ESC101!Full episode & extended show notes can be found on the ESC101 website at ESC101 – A Eurovision History Podcast.For sponsorships, collabs, or just to say hi, get in touch at https://www.pzinner.com.au/contact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01/21/2024

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1h 21m
10/05/2023

Captain Cook and the transit of Venus

I'M YOUR VENUS: In 1768, Lieutenant James Cook set sail to observe a twice-in-a-lifetime astronomical event – the transit of Venus. Secretly, he had also been ordered to look for the "great Southern Continent" (that's us!) and claim it in the name of King George III. But what exactly is the transit of Venus, and what did it mean for 1700s astronomy? Tangents include: Fran Drescher, astrology, hula hoops, cryogenics, Guillaume le Gentil & Star Trek: The Original Series. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY: Mates in Space is made on Kaurna Country, never ceded. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We also pay respect to other First Nation peoples. ABOUT US: Mates in Space is a podcast about how we’re going to get to space without taking all of Earth’s bulls**t up with us! Each week, your hosts Jack and Justin will tell a different space story, in preparation for Australia’s exciting new future among the stars. It’s a bit nerdy, a bit sciency, and a lot of fun. Mates in Space is now an independent podcast! Produced by Jack Eaton and Justin McArthur; hosted at P. Zinner & Co. For more info, check out our website at http://matesin.space See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10/05/2023

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41 min
12/09/2025

THE AGETECH AEON #2 - CAN TECH CARE FOR US?

Abby Bloom, Catherine Ball and I (along with Sally Dominguez) are heading back to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to see the latest innovations in 'agetech' - technologies that help restore ability and increase agency as we age. Is agetech "the" solution to the crisis in care, or is it, instead, kit that helps support us as we transition toward a culture where care is a central and valued activity? The second of two SXSW Sydney 2025 live recordings. https://cadense.com/ - grippy sneakers Hapta The Skip with Joy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12/09/2025

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23 min
12/02/2025

AGETECH AEON - Ep 1

Abby Bloom wants us to face an uncomfortable truth: we need a lot more space and time for care in our culture. A rapidly aging population - living twenty to thirty years longer than the generations preceding - means we're going to have to rethink and redesign our lives, our work and our whole civilisation so that we don't disappear beneath a burden of care that no one can bear alone. How do we make that transition? Abby's new book "The Cost of Not Caring", offers some suggestions. It's the shadow looming over all our bright futures - and it's front and centre on THE NEXT BILLION SECONDS. The first of two SXSW Sydney 2025 live recordings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12/02/2025

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21 min
12/07/2022

The Two Humerus Nurses - Double the fun!

In this final episode of Season 3, Georgie is joined by the Two Humerus Nurses Alisha and Kelly who do live up to their name and bring some laughs! If you want to check out their podcast, you can do it here: https://twohumerusnurses.podbean.com And find them on insta, ya can't miss 'em. Hope you have enjoyed Season 3 and we will see you next time! If you’re not already following Georgie on her social media here are her links: Georgie Carroll Facebook Georgie Carroll Instagram Georgie Carroll Youtube For more on Georgie Carroll and her comedy gigs - check out https://www.georgiecarroll.com/. The Swab is proudly sponsored by the Australian College of Nursing. With graduate certificates across more than 20 nursing specialities, ACN's diverse range of graduate courses are available to help up-skill, upgrade and uplift you! ACN is on a mission to ensure nurses are equipped for the challenges and expectations they face on the job, with access to educational, research, advocacy and leadership opportunities that will keep them highly skilled and at the cutting edge of health care delivery. Start now and study online today! Visit www.acn.edu.au/studynow and use the code SWAB for a discount on your next course when you sign up before 20th December. If you're a nurse and want to share a funny nursing story - or if you know a legendary nurse who does amazing nursing things - join our FB page and let us know your story. Lots of cool nurses in there already, come and have a chat with your kindred spirits! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1048571625868027 Producer - Stuart Buckland and Sez O'Neil Development Producer - Brittany Frappell. The Swab with Georgie Carroll is produced by Ampel - visit https://ampel.com.au to find out more. If you are interested in sponsoring "The Swab", reach out to our Director of Media and Partnerships Lauren Deighton at lauren@ampel.com.au. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave the show a rate and review on your preferred podcast app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12/07/2022

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41 min
09/08/2021

EP10: BONUS EPISODE with Dermott Brereton (and Greg Champion)

In this episode, Lawrence and Matthew talk about Dermott Brereton, the only footballer to play in 5 x Day Premierships & 5 x Night Premierships to talk about his own deep suburban childhood, and how to deal with public attention around town. And Greg Champion. Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever. The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his best-selling book about a footy fan who’s dreams are denied, with legendary Australian stand up comic Lawrence Mooney. As they read Saturday Afternoon Fever, Matthew and Lawrence constantly digress into the wonderful, hilarious, nostalgic worlds of their childhoods, teenage years and into their idiotic young adulthoods. As contemporary men they discuss relationships, the modern world, ethics, history and philosophy. The big question - Will they ever finish the book? For Sponsorship enquiries email Lauren@ampel.com.au Wanna buy Saturday Afternoon Fever by Matthew Hardy? https://www.booktopia.com.au/saturday-afternoon-fever-matthew-hardy/book/9781740513500.html#:~:text=Taking%20up%20where%20FEVER%20PITCH,into%20the%201980s%20and%20beyond. Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3jkU2AsVvFUrRGa7nKHPsX?si=bbf54a424d394e0d Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saturday-afternoon-fever-–-matthew-hardy-lawrence-mooney/id1578603656 Listen on Google Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09/08/2021

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27 min
09/05/2022 · BONUS

Metaverse and Weaponized Tech

With our new series 'A Brief History of the Metaverse' just around the corner here on The Next Billion Seconds, we thought we would share Mark's recent appearance on The Futurists podcast where some very relevant things are discussed! "Award-winning author and technologist Mark Pesce tells us about the deep history of today’s consumer technology in military R&D including the 30 year arc of the Metaverse which Pesce himself kickstarted in the early 1990s. Pesce points out how consumer technology has outpaced the defense innovation, and now has become a front for a new kind of warfare.” You can check out other episodes of The Futurists on your pod player of choice or right here: https://provoke.fm/category/thefuturists The 2023 season of The Next Billion Cars is proudly made possible by our sponsors GIO Insurance and BMW. GIO has spent nearly 100 years continually developing our products and services to meet our customer’s needs, with dedicated team members that spend time focused on research to ensure we understand emerging vehicle technologies. This knowledge is used within our organisation to shape future products and services so we can continue to ensure your insurance needs are covered. At GIO, we know insurance, so you know you’re covered. Visit GIO.com.au for more information. BMW i. Fully Electric. It’s time to take a look at the definition of performance. True drivers will now see the world as not just fast or slow. New performance throws you back into your seat, squeezes every molecule and watt, and gets a thrill from giving back. Performance Redefined. Discover Performance Redefined The Next Billion Seconds with Mark Pesce is produced by Ampel. https://ampel.com.au Interested in sponsoring The Next Billion Seconds podcast? Email hearhere@ampel.com.au to speak with the team at Ampel If you enjoyed this show, please leave a rating on Apple, Spotify or your podcast app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09/05/2022 · Bonus

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58 min
11/11/2025

THE NEXT BILLION CARS: Driving me Backwards (Pt 1): USA! USA! USA!

What a difference a year makes. A transition to EVs that once seemed utterly inevitable has been thoroughly disrupted by a change of regime in the United States. Using every tool in its arsenal to bribe, cajole and even threaten its allies into dropping any support or incentives for electrification, the USA seems intent upon reviving a past where the internal combustion engine ruled unchallenged. Will it work? Co-host Sally Dominguez, Special Correspondent Drew Smith and host Mark Pesce go looking for answers on this special two part episodes of THE NEXT BILLION CARS. Co-host Sally Dominguez and Mark Pesce reflect on something that should be easy, yet proves to be surprisingly difficult. Hosted by award-winning podcast creator, journalist & futurist Mark Pesce, The Next Billion Cars is everything you need to know about the future of cars. For more information about this podcast and The Next Billion Seconds, please visit https://nextbillionseconds.com. The Next Billion Seconds with Mark Pesce is Executive Produced by Josh Butt at Ampel - https://ampel.com.au and produced with James Brettell. Produced at Myrtle & Pine Studios in Sydney, Australia https://myrtleandpine.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11/11/2025

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19 min

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