Finding Genius Podcast

In this episode, we discuss all things peach-related with horticulturist Dario J. Chavez. Dario is an Associate Professor in the University of Georgia’s Department of Horticulture. Specializing in peach physiology and breeding, Dario is constantly uncovering new ways to maximize plant production and profit for the growers in the industry. Originally from Ecuador, Dario comes from four generations of farming. Through the years, he has developed his horticulture knowledge to the point where he became an expert in peach orchard management, tree longevity, irrigation practices, and genetics…  In this episode, we explore: What happens when peach varieties lack genetic diversity.  How temperature fluctuation affects plant health.  How long it takes for peach trees to fully mature and bear fruit.  What does it take to identify the optimal interaction between peaches and their environments? Tune in now to find out! Click here to learn more about Dario and his work ...

Joining us in this episode to discuss homesteading is Dawn Gallop. Dawn is a mother of nine children, a farmer, nurse, artist, cheesemaker, canner, soapmaker, and beekeeper. As someone who wants to share her knowledge with others, Dawn has also taken on the role of an educator. She teaches people her skills both in person and online with her Youtube channel – fostering a whole new generation of homesteaders… Dawn had always had a dream of homesteading, and that dream came true in 1992. Since then, she and her family have cultivated their 30 acres of land with greenhouses, goats, bees, and chickens. Constantly learning new things, Dawn has expanded her farming and livestock knowledge to new heights in the 30 years since she began this journey.  Join the conversation now to hear Dawn talk about: How to effectively raise goats, and why they are useful.  How to choose the right chicken for your homestead.  The ways that animal waste can contribute to the functioning of ...

Water is the backbone of human life, and professionals like Anacleto Rizzo are committed to preserving it. As a hydraulic civil engineer, Anacleto works on sustainable water management, nature-based solutions for wastewater treatment, climate change adaptation policies, sustainable drainage systems, and more…   With a Ph.D. in environmental engineering, Anacleto has focused his expertise on the natural world. Most recently, he has worked as a partner and in-house consultant in research, development, dissemination, and design for Iridra Srl – an engineering firm in Florence, Italy.  In this episode, Anacleto discusses: What nature-based solutions can accomplish in environmental preservation.  The process involved in greywater treatment. The environmental and economical benefits of sustainable water practices.  To learn more about Anacleto and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcast:  http://apple.co/30PvU9C Check out thi...

Large-scale AI models that enable next-generation applications like natural language processing and autonomous systems require intensive training and immense power. The monetary and environmental expense is too great. This is where analog deep learning comes into play. The concept behind it is to develop a new type of hardware that can accelerate the training of neural networks, achieving a cheaper, more efficient, and more sustainable way to move forward with AI applications. Murat Onen, a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT, explains. Tune in to explore: Conventional vs. novel methods of training neural networks The difference between GPUs and CPUs and why it matters Analog vs. digital machine operations About how long it will take to have small and full-scale systems that outperform conventional AI models Press play for the full conversation. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts : http://apple.co/30PvU9C C...

What could the chemistry of comets and interstellar objects tell us about the nature of our Solar System? Stefanie N. Milam is a planetary scientist that studies this intriguing subject using specialized ground- and space-based telescopes… Stefanie is the James Webb Space Telescope Deputy Project Scientist for Planetary Science at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland. Here, she spends her time researching the compositional makeup of primitive bodies to better understand their connection to the formation and evolution of planetary systems. Click play to discover: How creating a comet in a lab can tell researchers more about their chemistry.  What the James Webb Telescope can tell us about our Solar System and beyond. The difference between comets and asteroids.  What happens when comets enter Earth’s atmosphere. How the James Webb Telescope is different from the Hubble Space Telescope.  You can find out more about Stefanie and her research by...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Daniel Britt, the Pegasus Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Sciences at the Department of Physics, University of Central Florida. He joins us today to discuss his research on planetary geology. In addition to his work at the University of Central Florida, Daniel also periodically consults with NASA on their various missions. As an expert that analyzes the geology of other planets, he is committed to researching the physical properties and mineralogy of comets, asteroids, the Moon, and Mars… Join the conversation now to hear Daniel talk about: His work with NASA’s Lucy and New Horizons Missions. The different varieties of asteroids that exist in space, and where they come from. The rarest types of meteorites that can be studied on Earth. How to tell if meteorites came from outside our solar system.  Want to explore the fascinating nature of astrogeology through the eyes of a discerning professional? Tune in now! To learn more about...

How does the brain react to sound therapy? In this episode, we connect with Lee Gerdes, the CEO of Cereset, a wellness company that helps its clients “relax their brains to manage stress, restore hope and achieve restful sleep.”  With a background in math, physics, psychology, theology, and computer software, Lee has made fascinating discoveries regarding brain health – and he is on a mission to bring these benefits to others. After sustaining a traumatic brain injury in the early 1990s, Lee found himself personally committed to the subject of brain health and rehabilitation. Since then, he has done a deep dive into acoustic brain stimulation, and his clients are seeing real results from this cutting-edge therapy…  Join the conversation now to uncover: How Lee is using sound to interact with frequency spectrums in the brain.  The issues that acoustic brain stimulation has been shown to resolve.  What happens when the brain sustains trauma, and why it can be d...

Having a baby as a working mom is incredibly demanding. Unfortunately, many mothers can feel as though they don’t have the proper resources to take care of their babies while working – especially when breastfeeding and pumping are involved… Today we chat with Allison Tolman, a nurse, lactation consultant, and breast pump expert that is committed to taking this burden off of working mothers. As the owner of New Little Life, she focuses on combining breastfeeding and pumping support for mothers who feel overwhelmed or under-informed.  Allison is a women’s health specialist that believes in the power of education. Along with her website, she also has a Youtube channel . Here, she supports mothers as they transition back to work and provides integral information on breastfeeding and breast pumps for viewers around the world. Tune in now to hear Allison discuss: The importance of combining breastfeeding and pumping in a healthy way. What lactation consultants typically help mothe...

Today, we sit down with marine scientists Amber Sparks and Emily Hazelwood, Co-Founders of Blue Latitudes. Blue Latitudes is a women-owned small business and marine environmental consulting firm that focuses on enhancing the traditional concept of ocean stewardship.  Amber is a marine environmental scientist and oil and gas consultant with a background in technology and public outreach. She combines her skills with Emily, a marine conservation biologist and offshore energy consultant who has extensive experience in project management. Since 2015, Blue Latitudes has been working to develop sustainable, innovative, and economic solutions for environmental challenges that encompass the offshore energy industry. By uniting science, policy, and communications, Amber and Emily are aiming to provide real results for the offshore industry as a whole…  Tune in now to learn about: How Emily and Amber got started in their pursuits toward marine conservation. How to turn oil rigs i...

What makes for healthy mushroom crop production? Can substrate microbiomes be manipulated to improve mushroom growth and development? Eoin O'Connor is a postdoctoral scholar at the Penn State University Hockett Lab, where he studies mycology and the microbiomes of commercial mushroom substrates. Tune in to learn: The difference between metaproteomics and metagenomics, and why one is better in some ways than the other The relationship between phases of compost, microbiomes, and mushroom growth   What pseudomonas is, how it interacts with VOCs, and how it impacts mushroom health How to “passage” material in casing layers to improve commercial mushroom production Press play for more, and visit  https://www.hockettlab.com/eoin-oconnor  to learn about O’Connor’s research. Episode also available on Apple Podcast:  http://apple.co/30PvU9C Check out this episode!

How do you go about facilitating safe and high-quality fruit and vegetable production? Horticulturist Camila Rodrigues joins the podcast to explain her distinct approach to this very important issue…  As an Assistant Professor and Food Safety Extension Specialist in the Department of Horticulture at Auburn University, Camilia has an exceptionally in-depth understanding of fruit and vegetable production.  Currently, her mission is to help growers, producers, and stakeholders enhance and encourage food safety practices – all by developing educational material and specialized food safety programs. Join the conversation to discover: What an extension specialist is, and how they affect food safety. The kinds of crops that are susceptible to microbial contamination. The difference between good and bad microbes. How contaminated water can impact the safety of crops? Food safety plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy society. Want to know how experts like Camila are ...

TD and Matt from The Texas Boys join the podcast today to discuss their journey from the Northeast to Texas, and how their lives have changed since. After 8 years of living in the country of Texas, their family has developed an in-depth understanding of farming – and a knack for self-sufficiency.  A stark contrast from the hustle and bustle of the Northeast, this fresh lifestyle has enabled them to live the meaningful lives they had always dreamt of…   From leather goods to coffee, The Texas Boys offer their audience a vast array of products and education. What is their mission in all of this? To be self-sustainable with the help of their community.  Offer: Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and CoQ10, to maximize the boost you need without any negative side effects. Studies show that Brain Support MicroP...

In this episode, we connect with Byron Johnson, a Distinguished Professor of Social Sciences at Baylor University, and the founding director of the Baylor Institute for Studies of Religion. He joins us today to discuss his work exploring religion and criminal justice, proposing that religion can be a powerful remedy to crime. Byron is trained as a criminologist, and over the years, he has used his expertise to tackle a plethora of related issues – most recently analyzing the role religion plays in helping people and societies to flourish… Through his investigations, Byron wrote More God, Less Crime: Why Faith Matters and How It Could Matter More, where he makes the case that “any effective crime fighting policy must include government and faith-based efforts in partnership.” Offer: Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and Co...

Is science the only means to the truth? Dr. Micah J. Green joins the podcast to address this question and others like it from an academic and faith-based perspective.  Dr. Green is Faculty in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University. Here, he engages with the field of chemical engineering to take on both nanomaterial production and novel nanotechnology applications. Over the years, Dr. Green has refined his approach to nanotechnology, climate change, and the interactions between faith and science – providing him with insight that is both engaging and thought-provoking… Offer: Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and CoQ10, to maximize the boost you need without any negative side effects. Studies show that Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActive® CoQ10 lowers fatigue, anxiety, and depression wh...

We often have no other choice than to trust the advice of our medical professionals – but what if there’s a financial incentive? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Ardavan Aslie about this issue in the context of spinal surgery – and what he is doing to change it.  Dr. Aslie is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Sacramento, CA with over 28 years of experience in his field. Throughout his career, Dr. Aslie has seen how medical device companies are making billions from spinal surgery with little proven effectiveness, and he’s determined to change this.  In an effort to bring awareness to this topic, Dr. Aslie wrote Corporate Spine: How Spine Surgery Went Off Track and How We Put It Right , a book that explores “how spinal surgery got to this low point, how patients can protect themselves, and how spinal surgery can get back on track to help, not hurt, the estimated 16 million Americans suffering from chronic back pain.” Offer: Do you struggle with a lack...

In this episode, we sit down with Meag Sargent, a Chicago-based horticulturist, multimedia artist, farmer, and food sovereignty advocate. Currently, she works with Farm From a Box, an off-grid toolkit for sustainable agriculture with the goal to revolutionize local food production. Meag has always had a passion for farming and environmental advocacy. Through her work, she channels her love of plant breeding, controlled environment agriculture, and regenerative farming into a truly impactful pursuit…  Offer: Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and CoQ10, to maximize the boost you need without any negative side effects. Studies show that Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActive® CoQ10 lowers fatigue, anxiety, and depression while increasing mental acuity and awareness. Feel the difference for yourself today! Save 30% on yo...

Today we connect with Klaus Steger, a Professor of Molecular Andrology at Justus-Liebig-University of Giessen, Germany. He joins us in this episode to discuss the scientific flaws of the PCR tests that were used to detect SARS-CoV-2. Klaus is a molecular biologist that is determined to get to the bottom of the lack of scientific accountability associated with PCR tests. Analyzing this issue from a molecular and methodological level, the data he found is certainly astonishing… Offer: Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and CoQ10, to maximize the boost you need without any negative side effects. Studies show that Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActive® CoQ10 lowers fatigue, anxiety, and depression while increasing mental acuity and awareness. Feel the difference for yourself today! Save 30% on your next order at physiciandes...

Today we are joined by rare disease expert James A. Geraghty. James has been a director of eight NASDAQ-listed biotech companies, and chair of five. As someone that has worked on “orphan drugs” for over 40 years, James has fulfilled many roles in this industry – from venture entrepreneur to CEO. Drawing from his experience in this complex field of science, James wrote Inside the Orphan Drug Revolution: The Promise of Patient-Centered Biotechnology, a book that explores the world of rare diseases and how healthcare manages them… Offer: Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and CoQ10, to maximize the boost you need without any negative side effects. Studies show that Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActive® CoQ10 lowers fatigue, anxiety, and depression while increasing mental acuity and awareness. Feel the difference for yo...

What does medical ingenuity look like in the modern world? Many experts think it starts with root-cause solutions. In this episode, we connect with Jackson Larkin, a professional that is at the forefront of providing specialized nutritional products that are geared toward enhancing human health. Jackson is the CEO of Physician Designed and Head of Operations at AO Biologix. Both companies are medical technology innovators that provide their consumers with products that help them optimize their health.  Bringing his design and marketing skills to the medical field, Jackson plays a foundational role in developing unique nutritional products – and making them accessible to the world …  Do you struggle with a lack of focus or energy? The team at Physician Designed knows the feeling and they can help! Brain Support MicroPQQ® & MicroActiveCoQ10® uses a proprietary blend of PQQ and CoQ10, to maximize the boost you need without any negative side effects. Studies show that Brain...

In this episode, we discuss the topic of green energy with Andrew Morriss, the Dean of Texas A&M University School of Innovation and Vice President for Entrepreneurship and Economic Development at Texas A&M University. As a lawyer and an economist, Andrew has been teaching for almost 30 years. Throughout his career, he has focused his energy on uncovering the truth behind widely accepted political and economic narratives…  Andrew has always been interested in energy – looking at where it comes from, how we use it, and the tradeoffs that are necessary when it comes to changing the way we use it. From his research came the book entitled The False Promise of Green Energy , where he explores the “irresponsibility of attempting to transform modern society with borrowed money, wishful thinking, and bad economics.” Join the conversation to hear Andrew address: The energy use of electric vehicles vs. gas vehicles.  How cobalt mining impacts the environment and people who ...

Farming is a skill that requires hands-on training – but what if you don’t have access to the resources to learn for yourself? Thanks to people like Emma Torbert, this type of education is available to the students of UC Davis who are interested in sustainable agriculture… As the Market Garden Manager and Educator for the Student Farm at UC Davis, Emma plays a major role in facilitating farming principles that are regenerative and sustainable. This is all done on a 9-acre mixed vegetable farm that sells its produce through a pop-up farm stand, the UC Davis Dining Service, a 110-member CSA, and the campus farmers market.  Tune in now to discover: The kinds of students that participate in the Student Farm.  How economic sustainability impacts agricultural operations.  The key aspects of an organic farm.  Three facets of sustainability that influence the functioning of the Student Farm. You can find out more about Emma and her work with the Student Farm by clic...

Joining us today to address issues surrounding climate science is William Happer. William is the Cyrus Fogg Brackett Professor of Physics, Emeritus, at Princeton University.  He is also a long-term member of the JASON advisory group, where he played an integral role in the development of adaptive optics.  As a pioneer in the world of physics, William has focused his research on atomic physics, optics, and spectroscopy. This greatly informs his approach to topics such as climate change – giving him the scientific tools necessary to disprove any inaccurate claims being made by politicians and scientists alike… Join the discussion now to learn more about: How politics can impact climate science. What the carbon dioxide levels are today versus 500 million years ago.  The potential consequences of banning fossil fuels.  The real reason why storm damages are more severe.  While this is certainly a dividing issue, making your mind up for yourself is important....

Fungi are a foundational part of our environment as we know it, but what makes them so important? In this episode, we dive into the world of fungi to answer this question, and others like it with Ursula Peintner. Ursula is a Professor at the University of Innsbruck’s Institute of Microbiology in Austria. She joins us today to discuss her analyses of fungi – addressing the diversity, function, and interactions of these complex organisms.  Ursula has always been fascinated with biology, and as she dug deeper into this subject, fungi became a foundational part of her research. Presently, she is uncovering the intricate scientific aspects of fungi so that she can better understand their overall function in nature…  Click play to discover more about: The importance of fungi to other plant life.  The difference between mycelium and vascellum in fungi. How resource sharing occurs between fungi and other plants. Why seasons are so critical to the life cycle of fungi. To...

Joining us in this episode is Vivek Kumar, a scientist, innovator, and entrepreneur. Vivek is ​​faculty at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) and the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, and is the Dhiraj Shah Faculty Fellow at the NJIT Albert Dorman Honors College. As the author of over 50 peer-reviewed articles and co-inventor of over a dozen patents and applications, Vivek contributes a great deal to both the scientific and entrepreneurial communities.  The Kumar Lab, which Vivek is the principal investigator of, researches the “genetic and neurobiological basis of complex behaviors that are important in psychiatric conditions such as addiction, ADHD, and depression using genomic, neural circuits, and computational tools.” Click play to hear Vivek discuss: Why his lab is investigating hydrogels for tissue and blood vessel regeneration.  What “dental pulp regeneration” is.  How to approach tissue regeneration.  Why wounds heal differently in differ...

In today’s day and age, we seem to have everything available at our fingertips. But given the instability of our society, what would happen if basic resources were harder to come by? In this episode, we are joined by Rudy, also known as the Alaska Prepper. Using his platform as the Alaska Prepper, Rudy provides viewers with content that illustrates how prepping can be done by anybody – and on any budget .   After getting out of the military, Rudy found himself on a mission to figure out how the world works. Waking up to the truth behind our system of government, Rudy founded the Alaska Prepper to empower his audience and educate the public on the foundations of preparedness. Join the discussion now to uncover: What finally woke Rudy up to start his preparation practices. The importance of encouraging others to be prepared for anything. How long you should have resources prepared for. Signs to look for that show what is actually happening in the world. You can lear...

Money is in everything, and how we choose to interact with it greatly influences the way we view the world. In this episode, we chat with Ken Honda about healthy ways to adjust your perspective on money so that you are able to live life to the absolute fullest. Ken Honda is the author of Happy Money: Japanese Art of Making Peace With Your Money . Known as the “Zen Millionaire”, Ken encourages his readers to “let the unhappy money go and begin bringing in happy money and a sense of freedom.”  Ken regularly gives seminars to large groups of people around the world, and with the wisdom he shares, many individuals come away with a wholly different outlook on money and happiness… Join the discussion now to find out: How Ken is fulfilling his mission to inspire other people’s outlook on money. Unique philosophical ideas that have the potential to attract wealth and happiness. The importance of appreciating your money . Money-related stress that people can face. You can learn mo...