Finding Genius Podcast

How can you begin foraging for your own food? Many resources are available to help you take the first step. Listen in to learn:

• Is foraging for all needs viable globally?
• If plants are able to commu…

Can you smell disease? Believe it or not, you can, and pretty reliably at that. The problem is, you aren’t good at describing and quantifying what you smell, and definitely not at “diagnosing.” Aromy…

Microbial sciences are experiencing a "gold rush of research," says Seed co-founder and co-CEO Raja Dhir. He discusses how Seed is a part of that work with a multi-technology approach to all aspects …

Researcher Terry Hrubec found startling evidence that a common chemical in disinfectants can cause birth defects in mice. She explains the science, describes the ubiquitous use of quaternary ammonium…

How could countries worldwide have handled the economic policies during the pandemic more effectively? The implementation of different strategies could have prevented further financial hardship, rese…

Is aquaponic agriculture the future of farming? Development in techniques shows the numerous advantages to soil agriculture. Tune in to learn:

• How solid particles affect an aquaponics system
• What th…

Can Clinical trials show what circumstances trigger the onset of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of Dementia? Research shows that more factors may be at play than previously thought. Listen in to…

Bees are socially sensitive, says researcher Clare Rittschof, and she's not referring to their pining away from rejection. Rather, honey bee social behavior includes an ability for a colony to band t…

Bacteria can teach us how to clean our homes and other environments more eco-consciously and effectively.

Press play to learn how, and discover:

• How people are affected by the use of common cleaning…

How does the aging process lead to neurodegenerative diseases? Research shows that neuroinflammation may play a key role. Press play to learn:

• What a Tau protein is and how it plays a role in Alzhei…

What can be done to promote global prosperity?

Press play for the answer, and to learn:

• What factors contribute to inflation in the U.S.
• What three structural weaknesses exist in developing countrie…

How can you find out if the products chemicals you use are safe? The Toxics Use Reduction Institute works to make production safer and inform manufacturers and the public on chemical toxicity. Listen…

Cancer might be a third category of cell type, thinks clinician Doru Paul. He discusses the continuous interaction and communication between tumor cells versus normal cells that make cancer a disease…

Is cancer a living organism beyond the rogue cells that comprise it? Research shows that the cells may cooperate to benefit the group as a whole. Listen up to learn:

• What part of a tumor forms first…

What was the origin of modern humans, and where can the lines of our ancestors be traced? Archaeological discoveries and cultural anthropology give a glimpse into the lives of our ancestors. Press pl…

Why is it that physicians have failed in neurodegenerative disease treatment? That's what Dr. Dale Bredesen wants to understand and his research into brain fitness is showing signs of success. He's s…

The challenge of fighting cancer lies in both stimulating and suppressing the immune system. That's why researcher Steven Fiering approaches immunotherapy cancer treatment by analyzing the signals an…

Can specific diet and exercise help treat or even aid in preventing cancer? Research shows that many aspects of an individual's diet may play a key role. Listen in to learn:

• How a ketogenic diet ca…

Could a revolutionary level of health and wellness be as simple as unscrewing a small cap, and putting the bottle up to your nose?

Samantha Wright didn’t think so either, until she dug a little deepe…

How can ancient remains reveal what the world was like from when they were dated. DNA sequencing can give insight into how the environment and ecosystem looked and was shaped by the animals of the p…