[Swprograms] Podding Along - Issue 392

[John Figliozzi <jfiglio1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Podcasts are a great development in the history of radio because they permit a shift of listening time from a set appointment to virtually any convenient occasion.  I do it while “power walking” (most) every morning when weather and my own psyche permit.  Indeed, were it not for podcasts I doubt I would have found any other inspiration for putting in these miles as long as I have.

Hence…Podding Along!

Some of the best radio comes from the public networks of the UK, Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand and the U.S.  While there are hundreds, perhaps thousands, of great podcasts from other sources, the ones sponsored via public radio have been vetted though the worthy objectives of the medium. 

Furthermore, I personally curate this continuing series of small samplings that are listed in more or less 90 minute helpings. Admittedly that makes these recommendations somewhat subjective.  But, as you will see, my interests are many and my tolerance for incompatible topics and views are pretty wide-ranging.  I hope you will find these suggestions helpful in enhancing your enjoyment of radio.

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“What Role Will Hydrogen Play in our Future?”
FUTURE TENSE - ABC RN (Radio National)
Hydrogen is the energy du jour. It’s seen as a clean, smart alternative to fossil fuels, and major investments in its future are being made around the globe. The problem is, almost all of the hydrogen currently produced isn’t green at all. So, can hydrogen live up to its pollution-free promise? And where and when will it find its niche in the global energy mix.  Guests: Dr Fiona Beck – senior lecturer and researcher, Research School of Electrical, Energy and Materials Engineering, Australian National University; Dr Jessica Allen, Senior lecturer, Chemical and Renewable Energy Engineering, University of Newcastle; Andy Brown – Engineering Director, Progressive Energy; Gero Farruggio – Head of Australia and Global Renewables, Rystad Energy; Dr Linda Stalker – Principal Research Scientist, CSIRO.  (30”)
https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/futuretense/what-role-will-hydrogen-play-in-our-future/13356484

“Remembering Actor Charles Grodin / Delmark Records' Bob Koester”
FRESH AIR - WHYY Philadelphia and NPR
Actor Charles Grodin, of 'Midnight Run' and 'Heartbreak Kid' fame, died May 18. He was known for his deadpan humor and his ability to make even the most unpleasant characters likable and funny. He spoke with Terry Gross in 1989. Also, we remember Bob Koester, who died May 12. He was the founder of Delmark Records, which released records by blues and jazz artists, and he also operated the Jazz Record Mart in Chicago. He was a mentor and father figure for many Chicago musicians, and he was considered one of the major forces behind the blues revival in the mid '60s. Justin Chang reviews 'The Killing of Two Lovers' and TV critic David Bianculli reviews two shows, 'The Bite' and 'Solos.’  (46”)
https://www.npr.org/2021/05/21/999078985/remembering-actor-charles-grodin-delmark-records-bob-koester

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A monthly (well, mostly monthly) compendium of these newsletters, plus on occasion additional pertinent material, is now published in The CIDX Messenger, the monthly e-newsletter of the Canadian International DX Club (CIDX).  For further information, go to www.cidx.ca

John Figliozzi
Editor, "The Worldwide Listening Guide”
Current 184 page 9th EDITION available from Universal Radio [universal-radio.com], Amazon [amazon.com], Ham Radio Outlet [hamradio.com]
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