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BRAINLANDMANHANDLING THE BRAIN: How did damaging the brains of the mentally ill ever seem a good idea?In this festive episode Ken reads 'Manhandling the Brain', his essay on the origins of mid-20th century psychosurgery, an attempt to understand how, for over 20 years, so many people thought it such a good idea to damage the brains of the severely mentally ill and the lessons that can be learned.Participants:Ken Barrett, visual artist, writer and retired neuropsychiatrist: http://www.kenbarrettstudio.co.ukFull text of the essay with bibliography and references are here, preceded by an essay on the early days of the EEG and more: http...
2025-12-2838 min
North Star StoriesDNR DilemmaThe Minnesota Court of Appeals has ordered the Department of Natural Resources to reconsider its environmental review of the Milepost 7 tailings basin. Vincent Moniz reports on the implications for Lake Superior, Indigenous Nations, and environmental safety as the case moves to the state Supreme Court.
2025-03-3105 min
Minnesota Native NewsIndigenous state-wide climate justiceThis week, Minnesota’s first copper-nickel mine faces delays as legal rulings hold up permits, and a local Indigenous-led coalition’s push for climate justice at the state legislature. Producers: Vincent Moniz, Deanna StandingCloud
2025-02-2005 min
North Star StoriesNative Education ConcernsVincent Moniz explores the problems Indigenous American students face, the new challenges from recent policy changes, and the role of culturally responsive teaching and community support in their success. Producer: Vincent Moniz.
2025-02-1705 min
Chaleur Humaine📣 [PUBLICITÉ] : Le Nucléaire : Débat entre peurs, faits et "fission" | Transition Energétique, Finance Durable[SPONSORISÉ] Le nucléaire est-il la clé d'un avenir neutre en carbone ou un accident imminent ?Les énergies renouvelables non hydroélectriques, comme l'éolien et le solaire, devraient jouer un rôle majeur à l'avenir. Cependant, il y a une solution qui divise l'opinion publique plus que d'autres : le nucléaire, l’énergie qu’il ne faut surtout pas nommer.D'ici 2050, quelque 10 milliards de personnes auront besoin d'une forme d'énergie pour manger, voyager, travailler et se protéger des intempéries. Le rapport de recherche « Energy 2050 » de McKinsey prévoit que la demande en électric...
2024-12-1026 min
2050 Investors (en français) — Les tendances économiques et de marché de demain, au regard des objectifs de neutralité carbone de 2050Le Nucléaire : Débat entre peurs, faits et "fission" | Transition Energétique, Finance DurableLe nucléaire est-il la clé d'un avenir neutre en carbone ou un accident imminent ?Les énergies renouvelables non hydroélectriques, comme l'éolien et le solaire, devraient jouer un rôle majeur à l'avenir. Cependant, il y a une solution qui divise l'opinion publique plus que d'autres : le nucléaire, l’énergie qu’il ne faut surtout pas nommer.D'ici 2050, quelque 10 milliards de personnes auront besoin d'une forme d'énergie pour manger, voyager, travailler et se protéger des intempéries. Le rapport de recherche « Energy 2050 » de McKinsey prévoit que la demande en électricité augmentera...
2024-07-1126 min
2050 Investors — Economic and markets megatrends, ahead of 2050’s global sustainability targetsThe Nuclear Debate: Fears, Facts and “Fission” | Carbon-free Energy, Sustainable FinanceIs nuclear power the key to a carbon-neutral future or an accident waiting to happen? Non-hydro renewables such as wind and solar are predicted to play a major role in the future. However, one of these energy solutions has divided public opinion more than others. To mention the name "nuclear" is to conjure up the boogie man or "he who must not be named". By 2050, some 10 billion people will need some form of energy to eat, travel, work and protect themselves from the weather. McKinsey's Energy 2050 research report predicts that demand for...
2024-07-1125 min
Devils in the Details – A Podcast About Manchester United#52: Drama at Bayern, Beating Burnley, and How Much Can We Expect Given the Injury Crisis?After losing to Bayern, United got their first win in four against Vincent Kompany's Burnley, but not without struggles. In light of the injury crisis, we assess how much can be expected of United in upcoming weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-09-2549 min