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Armen Shirvanian
Science + Technology Podcast for the Lifelong Learner
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Jan 11, 2018 • 49min
72: Jane Lawton Moore | Grayson Power Plant Expansion And Community Organizing
We are back in the place with episode 72 of the show, and on this one we also have a guest. Our guest is Jane, and there is a lot of material described on this episode, mostly about the proposed expansion of the Grayson power plant in Glendale. Included is discussion about:
why the Grayson power plant expansion plan in Glendale should be paused in search of alternatives
the impacts that expansion can have on local air quality
how a coalition formed to oppose the plan
local power plant information and history regarding costs and profits
getting involved in your local city council
some discussion on life and books in the category of child development
In relation to the Grayson power plant issue, you can either check out the website Jane had mentioned (stopgrayson.com), take part in the City Council meeting January 23rd at Glendale City Hall at 6 PM wearing a green shirt(if you are local), or check out the Facebook group. To more great material~

Jan 11, 2018 • 20min
71: Felipe Findley | Production Value In The Economy Of Automation
We roll back in here with guest Felipe. He is the 14th guest on the show, and makes his way to episode 71. We talked about many topics on this episode, and it was a cool time in Koreatown. Discussed included:
the elements that bring value of production to an economy
how those elements can be manipulated by those running the system
the type of activism that Felipe leans toward
little interludes about blockchain and crypto I threw in
concepts about monetary bubbles and how they can be prepared for
2018 goals that Felipe as well as I have
Great episode to have, and Felipe is a solid individual. This is another one of the longer ones, but maybe this will be the new length for episodes. There is no predictability to the show~. On we go.

Jan 9, 2018 • 20min
70: Har Ghobind Khorana Google Doodle, Researchers, And Many Tangents
This episode was an extended one. Who knows if the new form of the show will be extended. It’s always different on here. Topics were:
Har Ghobind Khorana being the Google Doodle for his biochemical research
why I like scientists and people who focus on a niche future field
continuing momentum before it disappears, with a Youtuber example
how words represent certain time frames or generations of people
So many tangents of value in this episode. With great content like this episode, there can only be nice things to come. 70~

Jan 9, 2018 • 5min
69: Golden Globes Street Party, And Making Something From Nothing
Yesterday was the Golden Globes, and so I created my own thing there. In this episode, I discuss:
the energy on the street around the Golden Globes
making something from nothing
doing what fits you in public environments
the rain happening in Los Angeles
Long live the rain, and may we continue to flourish.

Jan 7, 2018 • 8min
68: South Coast Botanic Garden, And Exploring Your Region
We are back at episode 68 in the building, and this one involves a trip to the South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verdes. In the episode, I discuss:
some of the details about the gardens
flowers in there, and their smell and colors
why you should explore your local region as applicable
moving around near or far
The way to the future is steps from the present.

Jan 6, 2018 • 7min
67: Ze Wang | Story Of Playing Video And Computer Games
Long ago, I would play video and computer games, and so I tossed in this story from the past with my friend Ze. Included in this episode are:
the story about time with Ze and playing video games
the ability to walk places
discussion about cities and their walkability
a message about fearlessness in relation to success
Every day there are new things, and I put out new material. There is also the past, which we are somewhat connected to.

Jan 6, 2018 • 10min
66: Long Beach House Party, And Intelligentsia Happenings
Hey all. I threw in some stories in this episode, because I don’t include enough of them. On episode 66, I discuss:
a Long Beach house party that I went to
a coffee shop named Intelligentsia where I go regularly
how I met Willow there and saw her a few times
my attitude of recording in DTLA
That is a couple of stories that I have included here, and I will have more on the way. Also, a text interview should be coming this month, and Ryan may be a near future guest on the show. Keep it flowing.

Jan 5, 2018 • 9min
65: Putting Out Content Of Merit, And Not Waiting For Change
This episode includes some good energy, which is great for material being put out there. It’s like sharing metabolism. Topics in this episode are:
putting out content that speaks to people in the long term
some entertainment brought up by me
taking action instead of waiting for change
you deserve what you get, instead of getting what you deserve
Every day is a day for new things. Let us make our way there.

Jan 3, 2018 • 16min
64: Discussing Science Books For Winter 2018, And Robert Greene Tweets
What books are some people talking about for early in 2018? There are some that I have read, and some new ones in the science and related categories. In this episode, I include:
talk about books like Homo Deus by Harari, and A Crack In Creation by Jennifer Doudna
discussion of Robert Greene tweets in the realm of personal development
mindsets to have
Episode 64 in the building. 2018 underway. And we have had 13 guests on the show, including some repeats. Let’s all flourish in 2018.

Jan 2, 2018 • 17min
63: Ramy Khalaf | Meeting New People In 2018 And More
On episode 63, 2 days into 2018, we have a guest~. Also, there is some light background static throughout the episode due to possibly a phone or electric interference so I thought I would mention that. Aside from that, the guest is Ramy, and the episode included:
socialization plans for 2018 involving strangers
surprise guests joining along for a bit
thoughts on how people should connect with one another
my goals for 2018
This episode was recorded in Pershing Square, not far from the ice skating rink. Glad to have Ramy on the show~


