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J. Robert Oppenheimer was one of the iconic figures of the 20th century, a brilliant physicist who led the effort to build the atomic bomb but later confronted the moral consequences of scientific progress. When he proposed international controls over atomic materials, opposed the development of the hydrogen bomb, and criticized plans for a nuclear war, his ideas were anathema to powerful advocates of a massive nuclear buildup during the anti-Communist hysteria of the early 1950s.

"333" is concerned with those novels which are generally considered the best efforts in Science-Fantasy up to and including 1950. It deals primarily with American fiction, and as such, provides bibliographical information—publisher, date and place of publication for the first American edition. In the few exceptions where important English novels have been included, first English edition information is provided. Each title of the included 333 has its plot digested and discussed in wordage totaling between one hundred and one hundred and fifty words. An individual classification— one of the ...

In 1965, two engineers in New Jersey tried to blame pigeons for a noise that would not go away. The noise turned out to be the oldest light in the universe, still arriving from every direction at once, cooling by one ten-billionth of a degree with every minute that passes. That light has been called the afterglow of the Big Bang — a phrase that is, strictly speaking, wrong. The cosmic background radiation is not the universe being born. It is the universe becoming transparent, roughly three hundred eighty thousand years after an event that had already quietly set the stage.

Audio drama about a couch potato to runner trying to use his wits and and survival instincts to not only face the onslaught of the undead but also the bigotry of the Deep South

In today's world, analysis has become an extremely important aspect to consider when you are thinking of starting any new line of business or even when it comes to purchasing a new house. The unfortunate fact is that not many people know what analysis is all about. They tend to assume that each of the elements – analysis, business intelligence, algorithms and statistical analysis – are different entities when in reality they are all interlinked. This book will help you gather a greater insight on all the elements. And you will gain an in-depth knowledge on each of these elements in different parts of the book; helping you to increase your knowledge and widen your horizons!

This comic novel relates the first-person adventures in New York City of Jefferson Poindexter, personal assistant to Cobb's famous Judge Priest, while the judge is vacationing abroad. (Introduction by Grant Hurlock)

The human race is caught in the crosshairs of twin threats stemming from exponential advances in technology. In Crisis of Control, Peter Scott lays out the stark choices and consequences facing us in clear, provocative, and sometimes humorous language.

Epic wildfire. Devastating drought. Cataclysmic flooding. Extreme weather in the wake of climate change threatens to turn the American West into a region hostile to human habitation—a “Great American Desert,” as early US explorers once mislabeled it. As Bruce E. Cain suggests in this timely book, the unique complex of politics, technology, and logistics that once won the West must be rethought and reconfigured to win it anew in the face of a widespread accelerating threat.

These AI Podcasts are a survey of the scholar and poet, J. P. Linstroth's academic and creative works published since 2002 but still relevant today with his most recent non-fiction book, Politics and Racism Beyond Nations: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Crises, published in 2022 (Palgrave Macmillan) and current publications of poetry in various online sources. His last book, mixed-genre, short stories and poetry, was a volume titled: Swimming in Blue Shadows: A Collection of Short Stories and Poems (2022, Winner of Supplementary Book Publication Prize, Proverse Hong Kong). He is also, author ...

Welcome to The J Spot, the place where we stimulate the most sensitive parts of your brain.In a media landscape filled with noise, The J Spot offers clarity. We platform current events, cultural deep-dives, and subjects of interest, all analyzed through a lens that is factual, fair, and just. We don't just report on what happened; we explore why it matters.Every episode is a curated discussion built on five core pillars: Mental Health, Culture, Respect, Curiosity, and Context. We strip away the sensationalism to stand firmly on the right side of history, providing you with a deeper ...

This comprehensive biography delves into the life of the "Father of the Atomic Bomb" and his profound impact on science, ethics, and nuclear physics. Discover Oppenheimer's journey from a precocious child in New York City to his groundbreaking role in the Manhattan Project during World War II. Uncover the evolution of his intellect and character with meticulous research and engaging storytelling. But this biography goes beyond the atomic bomb. Delve into Oppenheimer's post-war years and his enduring legacy in the fields of nuclear physics and theoretical science.

Nothing is more important to the future of our world than correcting our political misunderstanding of money. And nothing is more challenging than explaining that misunderstanding — and correcting it — in a non-technical style that will engage the imagination of the average layman. This book strives to do just that. It examines why the "standard money theory" we habitually apply to the world is incapable of confronting the challenges of global climate change.

J. G. Boswell was the biggest farmer in America. He built a secret empire while thumbing his nose at nature, politicians, labor unions, and every journalist who ever tried to lift the veil on the ultimate "factory in the fields". The King of California is the previously untold account of how a Georgia slave-owning family migrated to California in the early 1920s, drained one of America 's biggest lakes in an act of incredible hubris and carved out the richest cotton empire in the world.

We talk about all things AI and explore this world and its latest trends.

Join J. Aaron Simmons around the campfire for enlightening discussions that delve into the heart of philosophical inquiry and its relevance to our modern world. In each episode, Aaron invites scholars from diverse disciplines, including philosophy, theology, and religious studies, to explore and illuminate the profound questions that shape human existence and understanding.

un podcast pour les enfants et adolescents créé en partenariat avec Bloom la radio des enfants. A chaque épisode, partez à la découverte de la biodiversité, du biomimétisme, des innovations énergétiques et d’autre sujets en lien avec les enjeux climatiques. Ces notions sont essentielles à comprendre pour protéger la planète. On laisse la parole aux jeunes et aux experts ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Rigorous research paired with visionary public policy has shaped countless policies and programs worldwide. In this podcast from MIT's Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), you’ll come to know the stories behind the impact. Hear from advocates and program coordinators, researchers, and most importantly, the participants themselves about why these programs matter to them and why they should matter for all of us.

Welcome to "J.R. Strain: The Podcast," the captivating podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey through the life and experiences of Jim Strain, the Director of Cultivation for the JR Strain cannabis brand. Join us as we delve into Jim's extraordinary transition from the underground black market to the legalized cannabis industry in the beautiful West Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada. In this podcast, Jim Strain opens up about his remarkable path, sharing stories of his early days as a street-born cannabis cultivator. He provides an intimate glimpse into the challenges, risks, ...

The Focal PointWhere high-stakes geopolitics meets the frontiers of science and the psychology of performance. Join us for a deep-dive exploration into the invisible forces shifting our world—from military strategy and global energy shocks to the "Agentic Revolution" in AI and the technical physics of the laboratory.Each episode synthesizes breaking headlines with masterclass-level research, helping you find the signal in the noise and build the "infrastructure of consistency" in an era of constant flux.

You can’t trust anyone. Particularly not author, entertainer and collector of scams Nicholas J. Johnson. Scamapalooza attempts to separate facts from fraud as Nicholas explores the worlds of deception, illusion and swindles with the rogue's gallery of writers, magicians, comedians and confidence artists that are his guests. For business inquiries, topic suggestions, and guest proposals, email info@conman.com.au. “Nicholas J. Johnson is the man to talk to about scams.” - ABC Statewide Drive Victoria