Finding Genius Podcast

Richard Jacobs
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Apr 28, 2022 • 32min

Tattoo Removal - The Nuances of Laser Technology for Hair and Tattoo Removal with Carmen VanderHeiden Brodie

What makes tattoo removal so challenging? Since the process is delicate and the use of lasers is so temperamental based on a range of factors, the process must be tailored to each individual. Listen up to learn: How skin color can impact tattoo removal The factors that can impact the efficacy of tattoo removal What makes a tattoo difficult to work on Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Carmen VanderHeiden Brodie, the Co-Founder of Clinical Operations at Removery, shares her work developing and progressing laser removal technology. Tattoos are touted as one of the most permanent decisions one can make regarding their body. However, with improving technology and laser removal techniques, this may no longer be the case. By tuning treatments to the individual and continuing advancement, treatment can become more straightforward and effective. For example, by allowing for more power at lower levels, the range of solutions for patients can be broadened. To learn more, visit https://removery.com/removery-hq/clinical-advisory-board/meet-the-clinical-advisory-board/. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3vWcdvV
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Apr 26, 2022 • 34min

Causes of Mitochondrial Diseases and Possible Therapies for Neurodegeneration with Gino Cortopassi and Sandipan Datta

What makes mitochondrial diseases so dangerous? Since they power the body, a defect can be disastrous. Listen up to learn: What may be inhibiting mitochondrial function in cells The harmful molecule which may be finding its way into your blood Why clinical data can be difficult to reach for certain blood markers Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Gino Cortopassi, a Professor in the Molecular Biosciences School of Veterinary Medicine, and his colleague Sandipan Datta share their work with mitochondrial diseases and develop possible therapeutic techniques. Since the mitochondria play such a significant role in the body's regulation, it can be a considerable problem if something goes wrong. For example, mitochondrial dysfunction may be a contributing factor in several adverse health reactions. By tracing patterns in various medical histories of folks in various fields, some patterns start to emerge. Since harmful molecules can be present in many household products, it is essential to watch cutting-edge research to ensure you avoid exposure. To learn more, search for Gino Cortopassi on Google Scholar. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PczTUa
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Apr 25, 2022 • 38min

Emerging Environmental Technology - Strategies to Curb Water Contamination with Satinder K. Brar and Rama Pulicharla

How can the impact of wastewater on the environment be reduced? A future of fewer pollutants may be possible through new technologies that can purify or mitigate contamination. Listen up to learn: The function of the black box Possibilities for low-energy purification techniques Why the level of stream contamination matters for determining treatment techniques Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Satinder K. Brar, a professor and Chair in Environmental Engineering at York University, and Rama Pulicharla, a post-doctoral visitor at York University, share their work with wastewater and environmental technology. Pollution has been a problem for our waterways for much of recent history. However, if we do not find strategies to curb this contamination, the effects over the near future can be catastrophic. By using a combination of physical and biological techniques, purifying bodies of water can be achieved. However, it is crucial to tailor the strategy for the unique situation, making finding a one-size-fits-all solution quite challenging. To learn more, visit https://lassonde.yorku.ca/users/satinder-brar. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3MXWulu
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Apr 24, 2022 • 42min

The Ecology of Weeds - How Improving Physical Weed Control Can Improve Overall Farming with Eric Gallandt

What makes weeds so difficult to control? Since they grow in such close proximity to crops, methods of control can be challenging to perfect. Listen up to learn: The difference in ecological and physical weed management The various robots available for physical weeding About the land equivalency ratio Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Eric Gallandt, a Professor of Weed Ecology at the University of Maine, shares his work revolutionizing the world of physical weed control. Weeds have been a problem for farmers since the dawn of agriculture. However, with more technology and information available than ever before, new technology has revolutionized the weeding and planting process. Physical weeding techniques have seen more advancement in recent years since chemical methods have been shown to be damaging. With emerging robotic technologies, more organic crops can be produced, all while causing less harm to the planet. Visit https://umaine.edu/weedecology/ to learn more Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vNwTVM
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Apr 23, 2022 • 32min

The Future of Nutrition - Taking Control of Your Health and Nutrition Through the Gut Microbiome with Pamela Groulx

Is the gut the gateway to taking control of your overall health? By ensuring a healthy gut through nutrition, significant benefits can be seen in a wide variety of cases. Press play to learn: What is present in the gut microbiome Common mistakes contributing to the dysfunction of the gut How a multidisciplinary approach can benefit nutrition clients Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant Pamela Groulx shares her work shifting how folks think about their health, nutrition, and the gut microbiome. After struggling to find solutions for her daughter's auto-immune condition, Pamela found a solution in the gut. By eliminating some foods and modifying her daughter's diet, much of the issue was solved, and her daughter finally found relief. By establishing a healthy and balanced diet full of gut-healthy foods, many folks can find relief for their persistent problems. Since it is simple, safe, and effective to modify your diet for gut health, it may be an excellent first choice for many who do not know where else to turn. To learn more, visit https://gut2health.com Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Mp3tDW
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Apr 22, 2022 • 26min

Parkinson's Disease Research: Dissecting the Neurodegenerative Process with Dr. Anumantha Kanthasamy

Have new breakthroughs been made in treating Parkinson's Disease? Through new therapeutic techniques, promising results have been shown. Listen up to learn: Early parkinsonian symptoms The targets of current research The function of L-Dopa Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Dr. Anumantha Kanthasamy, the Director of the Center for Brain Science, shares his research and work developing new therapies and detection methods for Parkinson's Disease. Parkinson's Disease and other neurodegenerative diseases have long plagued folks around the globe. Unfortunately, despite the prevalence of these conditions, there has been little progress in treating or reversing the associated symptoms. One of the most promising sites of progress in treating such diseases has been the gut biome. Since the gut biome is one of the most significant influences on the rest of the body, learning how to influence it can help us better regulate the brain. Visit https://vet.uga.edu/person/anumantha-kanthasamy/ to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3LdCL0J
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Apr 21, 2022 • 37min

Revolutionizing Democracy - The Benefits Of Sortition and Selected Citizens Councils with Dr. Peter Stone

How can our current systems of government be updated to reflect modern needs? Through citizen assemblies and a more accessible format, there may be a more significant opportunity for change. Press play to learn: The function of a stratified sample Issues in which a citizen council has made a difference in policy Examples of when such strategies have been implemented Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Dr. Peter Stone, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Trinity College, Dublin, shares his work on how ancient practices can revolutionize modern politics. Political change and how companies or corporations can be run have long been left up to a very small group of people. However, if we can accept a change in thinking, the true benefits of democracy can be realized. A fresh perspective can be brought into leadership by selecting positions of power through a stratified random selection. Even if this is not implemented for direct decisions, citizens' input can offer helpful reality checks to even established decision-making procedures. To learn more, visit https://www.sortitionfoundation.org Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify:https://spoti.fi/39TNiAJ
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Apr 20, 2022 • 27min

Conservation of Pollinators - the Importance of Pollination for Cultivated and Natural Crops with Juliana Hipólito

Why are preserving pollinators so crucial? Without the benefits offered by pollinators, food supplies around the world can be negatively impacted. Listen up to learn: Which species can pollinate in various ways What makes a successful pollinator The role of farmers in supporting pollinators Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Juliana Hipólito, a visiting professor at UFBA Salvador, Brazil, shares her work in the conservation effort and protecting the vital pollinators around the globe. Much of our ecosystem depends heavily on the successful pollination of both crops and natural ecosystems. However, with a recent shift in focus away from conserving pollinators, this vital role may be at risk. To combat this risk, the responsibility falls on national governments and farmers to implement more sustainable practices. For example, a recent strategy that may be successful is postponing pesticide application until crops are finished flowering. Visit https://ufba.academia.edu/JulianaHipólito to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3snZrnE.
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Apr 19, 2022 • 47min

Democracy In Crisis - How A Shift In Approach To Governing Can Find The Solutions We Need with Jeff Miller

Can looking to the past revolutionize how we approach government and leadership? Through strategies like lottery systems and more accessible leadership, ancient Greek politics may have been on to something. Listen up to learn: How some ancient Greek offices were chosen What sortition serves to do How corruption can be avoided in sortition Offer: This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Jeff Miller, Political Science and International Relations professor at New York State University, shares how ancient Greek Politics reflect on our political landscape today. The leadership techniques used by many governments and businesses have some glaring shortcomings in many situations. From a lack of diversity to inaccessibility, there may need to be a shift in thinking. Drawing from the example of ancient Greek politics, there are strategies to get a broader range of voices involved in making the decisions that will affect them. For instance, sortition gives everyone an equally likely shot to be their own leader, bringing in new ideas and voices into leadership. Visit https://faculty.newpaltz.edu/jeffmiller/ to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode is also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3jUPY2w
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Apr 18, 2022 • 27min

Improving Employee Mental Health At Work and How Leaders can Build Resilient Teams with Graeme Cowan

How has the shift in customer behavior and mental health affected employees? Through management strategies and developmental procedures, employees can be protected from many of the negative impacts. Listen up to learn: How Graeme Cowan realized the importance of employee mental health The three elements of a "we care team" The unique pressures placed on managers This episode is sponsored by Bowmar Nutrition. To receive a 5% discount, use the code GENIUS5 at checkout. Go to BowmarNutrition.com to shop now! Graeme Cowan, of #1 Team Care and a resilience speaker, shares his mission to improve employee mental health and build a more productive and efficient workplace. It is no secret that the working situation for many worldwide has been significantly altered in recent years. Due to increased pressures and new challenges, it has taken a toll on employees and executives at all levels. However, there are ways to combat these negative impacts and rebuild a healthier workplace from the ground up. Additionally, using strategies to promote caring has been shown to increase employee efficiency and profit in many situations. Visit https://graemecowan.com.au Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Episode is also available on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3xCr3ZH

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