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With acuity, humor, and respect for human diversity, The Shortest History of Sex reveals where the many facets of our sexuality—chemical, anatomical, behavioral, social—come from. Chasing down our evolutionary family tree, from the first aquatic creatures to primate societies, David Baker sheds light on our baffling array of passions, impulses, and fetishes, and guides us toward a clear understanding of one of the deepest, most abiding forces of human nature.

In this thrilling history, David Baker captures the longest possible time span—from the Big Bang to the present day—in an astonishingly concise retelling. His impressive timeline includes the "rise of complexity" in the cosmos and the creation of the first atoms; the origin of all galaxies, stars, and our solar system; and the evolution of life on Earth, from tiny single-celled organisms to human beings.

A concise introduction to all the key tenets of electrical and mechanical engineering degree course, written by former NASA engineer Dr. David Baker. Listeners will quickly get to grips with the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering and their practical applications. Covering Newtonian mechanics, nuclear engineering, artificial intelligence, 3D printing, and more, this essential guide brings clarity to complex ideas. David Baker delves into the history and development of this far-reaching subject, as well as the challenges of the future.

Conversations on the art of creative entrepreneurship with David C. Baker and Blair Enns

Selected Shorts is an award-winning series of classic and contemporary short fiction read by acclaimed actors. The readings are recorded live at Peter Norton Symphony Space in New York City. The Selected Shorts radio series is a co-production of Symphony Space and WNYC, New York Public Radio, and is heard on public radio stations nationwide.

Learn To Laugh Again with The Captain, Babushka and Molly (along with other sordid characters they call a crew) as they sail the seas of Humor, Hilarity and Jocularity. Each week The Captain plays comedy and novelty music of a strange and twisted nature as well as stand-up comedy from comedians throughout the ages. So strap in and allow your funny bone to be tickled as this old pirate tries to find humor in all things.

We’re pulling back the curtain on scientific discovery, taking you beyond the data and into the heart of what drives innovation today. Hosted by Professor David Baker, The Baker Lab Podcast invites you to hear from real people at the forefront of biology, chemistry, physics, and AI. Their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs reveal that there are many ways of becoming and being a scientist. From moments of doubt to breakthroughs that change everything, these stories prove that great science isn’t just about what you find—it’s about who you become along the way.Protein design ...

Rogers Kirk and David Baker host a weekly podcast that focuses on community and regional issues (and everything else!) based out of the Quad Cities, USA!

Precision rifle, working dogs that bite, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and current events. TO CONTACT THE PODCAST: justfnsenditpc@gmail.com OR Instagram: @justfnsendit_podcast If you feel so inclined, feel free to donate to the podcast at patreon.com/user?u=88239879

"U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Iran After Prisoner Exchange" is from the US section of The New York Times. It was written by Peter Baker, David E. Sanger, Rick Gladstone and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"Anxiety aside, New York Sees Drop in Crime" is from the U.S. section of The New York Times. It was written by J. David Goodman and Al Baker and narrated by Kristi Burns.

Get ready for eight fantastic new adventures in space and time with the Doctor and his companions, featuring stories from many of Doctor Who's most popular authors from the worlds of television, print, comics and audio as well as new talent and fresh voices...and read by your favourite Big Finish actors! 'Rise and Fall' by George Mann. Read by William Russell. On a distant planet, faces bloom in the air for a fraction of a second before disappearing. Will the Doctor and Ian solve the puzzle?

In a poem about a Mama Fox's unconditional love for her cub, this story describes the many moods of all children - from happy to frightened, bashful to silly, and more - and will reassure them of their parents' abiding affection and approval.

The 32nd edition of Writers of the Future may be the best new book yet! Brand-new adventure through space, time, and possibility. Along the way these new authors will introduce you to fascinating characters such as Nate, a very loyal companion - like most werewolves would be. Keanie has a parasite that lets her morph and so transform into anyone. Liz owns a dinosaur maker, but raw ingredients can be a problem. Anna slaves away in a factory but her magic leaves her unfulfilled. These authors take creative writing to a whole new level!

As a child, Elias Chacour lived in a small Palestinian village in Galilee. When tens of thousands of Palestinians were killed and nearly one million forced into refugee camps in 1948, Elias began a long struggle with how to respond. In Blood Brothers, he blends his riveting life story with historical research to reveal a little-known side of the Arab-Israeli conflict, touching on questions such as: What behind-the-scenes politics touched off the turmoil in the Middle East?

Join us for this limited podcast series "Wax Wonders," focusing on sports and non-sports collecting!

The Radical Hospitality Project The Radical Hospitality Project is the product of a partnership between the Midwest Writing Center and The Galvin Fine Arts Center at St Ambrose University. Our project includes an upcoming print publication, a spoken word contest and this podcast all centered around the St. Ambrose College of Arts & Sciences 23-24 annual theme “Radical Hospitality.” We hope that our project helps to expand empathy and advocates for a less cruel world.

I’m a nobody, middle class, tradesman that’s self taught. I’ve spent the better part of my life searching for answers. The questions I’ve come to have, weren’t allowed to be questioned. The answers I found weren’t allowed to be true. This can’t be pigeon holed into any “category”. It’s personal journal, breaking news, philosophy, and everything in between. I’m passionate, consistent, and dedicated to the cause. The cause of Liberty in OUR Time.

You can’t control what players are going to do. That’s half the fun. But you can control where they do it. That’s a whole other half! The Kobold Guide to Dungeons gives both new and experienced Game Masters insight and ideas into making dungeons great. In-depth essays from industry luminaries teach you to think outside your own boxes, and into a larger realm of challenge, discovery, and good old monster bashing.

"Summer Eats: A Tappa Time Podcast" features hosts (and brothers) AJ and Michael Tappa reviewing culinary delights from the Quad Cities in this limited podcast series! Special guests join AJ and Michael to taste the best of the Quad-City region.