Exploring the history and evolution of vampire lore, author Eric Nuzum traces the origins of these spooky stories, from misunderstandings of death to the sparkly pop culture icons we know today. Beyond the fangs and garlic, he digs into the deeper, everyday fears that vampires reflect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Folge vom 26.10.2024Why don’t vampires cast reflections? | Eric Nuzum
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Folge vom 25.10.2024Networking doesn't have to feel gross | Daniel HallakNetworking doesn’t always have to feel like a self-serving transaction, says executive coach Daniel Hallak. Highlighting the importance of focusing on giving rather than taking when it comes to making connections, he outlines a mindset shift to help you build better relationships — in a way that doesn't feel gross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Folge vom 24.10.2024Your empty wine bottle could help rebuild coastlines | Franziska TrautmannWhat if you could take something as tiny as a grain of sand — and as common as a glass bottle — and use it to tackle the climate crisis? Waste alchemist Franziska Trautmann shares how the spark of an idea turned into a large-scale operation helping restore the eroded shores of Louisiana and beyond. (Created in collaboration with Ignite Talks) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Folge vom 23.10.2024How a worm could save humanity from bad AI | Ramin HasaniWhat if AI could think and adapt like a real brain? TED Fellow and AI scientist Ramin Hasani shares how liquid neural networks — a new, more flexible AI technology inspired by physics and living brains — could transform how we solve complex problems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.