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Welcome to Curious by Nature, presented by 麻豆传媒鈥攖he podcast for curious people.

In each episode, listeners can travel briefly into the fascinating world that comes with years of dedication to one field of study. Be inspired by the many amazing things that are going on right now, some may have a major effect on our lives.

Enjoy this concentrated knowledge from experts. We hope you can take inspiration from glimpses of innovation, dedication, and discovery.

Episode 303 鈥� Michelin Stars, Expert Influence, and Customer Expectations

The Michelin Guide and its infamous star rating system have incredible influence in the culinary world....

Curious by Nature: Dr. Michelle LaRue - Watching Penguins from Outer Space

Dr. Michelle LaRue, an associate professor at the University of Canterbury, is revolutionizing wildlife ecology by using high-resolution satellite imagery to study emperor penguins from space....

Curious by Nature: Dr. Jacqueline Gottlieb - Curiosity with a Capital 'C'

Dr. Jacqueline Gottlieb from Columbia University shares groundbreaking insights into the science of curiosity. Known for her research on cognition and decision-making, Dr. Gottlieb explains that curio...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Neil Johnson - Hate Groups After Elections

Dr. Neil Johnson, a physics professor at George Washington University, explores unconventional areas within physics, focusing on complex, 鈥渢aboo鈥� problems not traditionally tackled by physicists, ...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Nathan Johnson - What is Renewable Energy Missing

Dr. Nathan Johnson, a systems engineering professor at Arizona State University and an expert in innovative energy solutions. He shares his vision for a sustainable energy future and outlines his team...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Susan Kelly-Weeder - College Students Should Consider This When Drinking

Dr. Susan Kelly-Weeder, Dean of the School of Nursing at George Washington University and an expert in high-risk health behaviors among college students. Dr. Kelly-Weeder shares her groundbreaking res...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 8, Episode 4: Trailer Park Transitions

Question: You probably know some of the stereotypes about people who live in trailer parks. Do you think those stereotypes live up to the reality?...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 8, Episode 3: Solving Mysteries with Tree Rings

Question: Have you ever counted the rings of a tree? ...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 8, Episode 2: Literary Treasure Hunting

Question: What do you think are some of the reasons why an author would prefer to use a pen name over their real one?...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 8, Episode 1: Exploring Killer Yeasts

Question: Have you ever tried baking or brewing with yeast?...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 7, Episode 8: Constructing Sustainable Houses

Question: What is the construction industry doing, or what might it do in the future, to make buildings more climate friendly?...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 7, Episode 7: Geology on Mars and in Minecraft

Question: Did you ever nerd out about geology as a kid?...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 7, Episode 5: Diversity in the Workplace

Question: Can you name types of diversity that could influence a team鈥檚 working dynamic?...

The Vandal Theory Podcast - Season 7, Episode 6: Education Inequalities and Student Mental Health

Question: What types of things do you imagine are harder for first-generation students to navigate while attending college, versus their peers whose parents also attended?...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Olivier Loudig - Breath Cancer Detection

Dr. Olivier Loudig, a scientist at the Center for Discovery Innovation, talks about groundbreaking research in non-invasive cancer detection. As public awareness of airborne pathogens has increased du...

Episode 302 鈥� Business on the Ballot

On this episode of the Business and Society podcast, Professors Brian Connolly, Jerry Davis, and Erik Gordon discuss the Ross Financial Times poll and what economic issues matter to voters in the 2024...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Gaige Kerr - The Toxicity of Online Shopping

As e-commerce grows, so do the logistics centers that facilitate rapid delivery. However, this convenience comes at a cost to the environment and public health, particularly in communities near these ...

Episode 301 鈥� Inside the Minds of Voters

On this episode of the Business and Society podcast, three professors from the University of Michigan share their research and insights on the 2024 presidential election. The panel discusses the findi...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Elise Wang - Conspiracy Theories from Medieval Times to Today

In this episode of Curious by Nature, we sat down with Dr. Elise Wang, an assistant professor at Cal State University, Fullerton, and a medievalist who specialized in the literature, history, and lore...

Curious by Nature: Dr. Dave Rakestraw - Yes, You Can Do Amazing Physics with Your Smartphone

Dr. Dave Rackstraw, a senior scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, is transforming science education using smartphones. ...

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