))
Explore the amazing science, stories, and misconceptions behind your favorite pop culture moments. Join host Cameron Boozarjomehri as he uncovers unexpected lessons from the movies, moments, and figures you thought you knew. Have a topic you think we should explore? Send us an email to smallstuffshow@gmail.com
…
continue reading
The Decentralized Web is here to reimagine a connected and sustainable future of ethical data sharing. Join our hosts Jonathan and Justin Bingham as they explore the latest in decentralized and centralized web technologies, and discuss the challenges and opportunities for consent-based data sharing. Together, they’ll be speaking to experts from all different backgrounds to hear more about the transformation of decentralization from concept into practical, everyday reality.
…
continue reading
1
#007 Monica Jones - Chief Data Officer at DATA-CAN and Associate Director, Health Data Research UK
36:11
On episode seven of The Decentralized Web, Jonathan Bingham was joined by Monica Jones from Health Data Research UK (HDR UK), where she is Chief Data Officer at DATA-CAN, Associate Director of the North Better Care Partnership and contributing author to the UK Department of Health and Social Care's seminal Data Saves Lives policy. Monica has an inc…
…
continue reading
On The Decentralized Web Podcast episode six, Jonathan Bingham is joined by Paul Henninger, Head of Lighthouse and Partner at KPMG. During the conversation Paul explains the notion of 'the digital self' in a world driven by data and together with Jonathan, they explore how decentralization will be a key driver for addressing the age-old problem of …
…
continue reading
For episode five of The Decentralized Web Podcast, Justin Bingham speaks to Eric Prud'hommeaux, Data Sanitation Engineer at W3C and data Architect at Janeiro Digital. Eric shares the unique start to his career-long fascination with the web, as well was his experience as one of the lead developers of the FHIR standard, which is used by health system…
…
continue reading
For episode four of The Decentralized Web Podcast, Jonathan Bingham speaks to Cameron Boozarjomehri, Privacy Engineer at MITRE. During the conversation, the pair discuss Cameron's perspectives on decentralized web technologies, data privacy, why the way we think about data is changing and the biggest barriers to building a better, safer world. Find…
…
continue reading
Episode three of The Decentralized Web Podcast features special guest Dr. Zulfikar Ramzan, Chief Digital Officer at RSA. Together with hosts Jonathan and Justin Bingham, the group discuss Dr. Ramzan's background in cybersecurity, the importance of building trust in the security of decentralized web technologies and how verifiable credentials, in co…
…
continue reading
In the second episode of The Decentralized Web, Dr James Somauroo, host of the Healthtech Podcast, spoke with Janeiro Digital co-founder and CTO, Justin Bingham. We discuss what it really means for individuals to own their data and how Janeiro has simplified the process, allowing our current systems to unlock the value of decentralization today. Fi…
…
continue reading
In the first episode of The Decentralized Web, Dr James Somauroo, host of The Healthtech Podcast, sat down with Janeiro Digital co-founder and CEO, Jonathan Bingham to discuss the problem of a centralized web and how Janeiro Digital is looking to a future of decentralization. Find out more about Janeiro Digital: www.janeirodigital.com…
…
continue reading
You've seen 300, you know the story, now find out what really happened at Thermopylae all those years ago, and why this moment in history has become pivotal for western culture. Big thanks to Trevor Culley at the History of Persia Podcast for helping with this episode. For anyone who wants to learn more about Persian history, or just history, Trevo…
…
continue reading
Join us for a very special interview with Joey Ramp and her service dog Sampson as we learn about the many ways the STEM field is still letting down Service Dog Handlers. We strongly encourage everyone to checkout Joey's incredible work at the links below, and reach out to us and her if you have had a similar experience. Empower Ability Consulting …
…
continue reading
Minority Report sure was a scary glimpse into a painfully dystopian future digital America that will hopefully never come true. ...Anyway here's all the predictions that came true. Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by sharing this episode with a friend or donating on Patreon. Donations help cut down on ads, create more insightf…
…
continue reading
Star Wars has been in our hearts (and on our screens) for 43 years! But what has really been happening across all that time? Join as Cameron, Keon, and Elijah explore why Star Wars has stuck with us, until it didn't. And May The 4th blahblahblah (I prefer revenge of the 5th myself) Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by sharing t…
…
continue reading
We are all creators, but sometimes life gets in the way of our creative goals. Fortunately this week we get a little help from the ever talented Jessica Able. For those of you who don't know, Jessica is the mastermind behind Out On The Wire, Trish Trash: Roller Girl of Mars and most importantly for this week Growing Gills: How to Find Creative Focu…
…
continue reading
Kick back, relax, and explore listen in as we explore the many lessons Tom Nook has to teach us about desert island economics. Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by sharing this episode with a friend or donating on Patreon. Donations help cut down on ads, create more insightful content, and signal that you value this show. And b…
…
continue reading
Enjoy a tour of human anatomy on an atomic level as we seperate movie tropes from actual science. Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by sharing this episode with a friend or donating on Patreon. Donations help cut down on ads, create more insightful content, and signal that you value this show. And by donating on Patreon you'll …
…
continue reading
1
Bonus - Retro Spectives Podcast: How Does Halo Hold Up?
1:37:52
1:37:52
Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα
Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα
Λίστες
Like
Liked
1:37:52
On the 15th of November, 2001, the Xbox launched with a tremendous bang. Not since Super Mario World for the SNES had a launch title been so well regarded. Halo invented, and went on to define how console FPS games should be made - limited weapons, regenerating health, slight auto-aim - Halo made these the industry standard. Halo was seen as a mast…
…
continue reading
The Hiatis will have to wait! Sam is in the studio to explain the Iowa Caucuses and Camerons around to explain how to name your secret software development firm! Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by donating to our tip jar or on Patreon. Donations help everyone. They help cut down on ads and clickbait, help create more insightf…
…
continue reading
Dear Listener, First off, thanks for listening to all the stuff I've created over the past year. I've put a lot of effort into it and I really appreciate knowing folks enjoyed it. This episode in particular was ultra special to me for 2 reason. 1) It caps off a year of hard work interviewing and learning from some truly amazing folks. 2) It was my …
…
continue reading
This week Cameron and Sam dive into the movie 1917. Yes it's an academy nominated masterpiece, but it's also an extremely realistic look into the day to day life of WWI soldiers. The same life that J.R.R. Tolkein lived everyday, and that would inspire the creation of The Lord of the Rings. Listen in as they draw parallels, find clues, and learn how…
…
continue reading
Everyone knows the replicator as that magic box on Star Trek that can pump out everything from Altair Water to Apple Pie (they're both a thing), but in reality that technology is not as far flung as we might think. This week our resident 3D printing expert Keon Boozarjomehri (He Literally wrote the book on this) returns to tell us about the future …
…
continue reading
Alan Turing played key roles throughout his life in the fields of computing, cryptography, philosophy and reasoning. To this day we benefit from his vast contributions. But unfortunately he lived in a different time that was not as accepting of his lifestyle. Join us as guest expert and Turing historian Christopher Klesges guides us through a celeb…
…
continue reading
Pokemon, Magic The Gathering, Hearthstone, Overwatch, Counter strike, and Fortnite. All games that have found a new way to extract money from players through the randomness and excitement ofcard packs and loot boxes. But wherever there's profit, you can find cheaters, counterfeiters, and all sorts of other nefarious agents. And even then, whatever …
…
continue reading
Scott is back, this time to teach us all about the future of sound! From classic tricks to Artificial Intelligence, learn where the sounds we love are heading and how they'll get there. Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by donating on Patreon. Donations help everyone. They help cut down on ads and clickbait, help create more in…
…
continue reading
Sound. It's all around us, and yet barely notice it. Your favorite movie, show, app. They all use sound to complete the experience and draw you into their world. Join us as Scott Holmdahl guides us through how they make the iconic sounds all around us, and the industry that makes it possible. Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show b…
…
continue reading
Eboné Bell is the creator, founder, and editor behind Tagg Magazine. As a member of an under represented community she built Tagg to as a place for "News, culture, and events for everything lesbian, queer, and under the rainbow." We were fortunate enough to meet her at DC Podfest where she shared her incredible journey and insights for all to hear!…
…
continue reading
The Mandalorian just crossed episode 5 and for the first time we got a glorious look at what Star Wars can be when Disney stops trying to force old stories and starts telling new ones. Listen as we highlight how the minds behind the show use Star Wars elements we know and love to tell a new immersive story. Enjoy the episode? Please consider suppor…
…
continue reading
Minority Report, iRobot, Demolition Man, all these movies have let us glimpse a future where we hand over a lot of control to machines. But we don't need to wait till the robot uprising to understand the consequences of handing the wheel over to robot drivers. This week Sam takes the wheel and asks the big questions about the past, present, and fut…
…
continue reading
Dr. Tucker Peck is a clinical psychologist, sleep expert, founder of drugfreesleep.com, an online course to help people overcome insomnia. With those credentials we figured he would be the perfect person to help us decipher the incredible dream antics from that famous Chris Nolan film, Inception! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomeh…
…
continue reading
This week Cameron and Sam tackle the exciting world of Mecha Anime and Giant Monster Fights! They're out to pit giant robots against man made monsters, and teach you a thing or two about human anatomy along the way! Enjoy the episode? Please consider supporting the show by donating on Patreon. Donations help everyone. They help cut down on ads, hel…
…
continue reading
James Kakalios is a physics professor known to the scientific community for his work with amorphous semiconductors and granular materials. But to the general public, he's the author of "The Physics of Superheroes"; a book about superheroes from the standpoint of fundamental physics! This makes him the perfect expert to guide us through the science …
…
continue reading
Godzilla is a titan among monsters, the original kaiju heavy weight champion of the world, and everyones favorite Sci-Fi lizard. But can a creature so large possibly exist? What does biology have to say about a 160 ft monster (though I guess it's more like 500 ft by 2019 estimates...). Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri as we di…
…
continue reading
This is a throwback to episode "011 - So Where's My Universal Translator?!" Should you be brave enough to venture in to the archive! On this episode we revisit ...that episode... to bring you an update on what some of you clever folks think is going on when we watch the Enterprise crew rock out with their Universal Translator! Join your Personal Br…
…
continue reading
"Hackable?" is a podcast. A podcast made by McAfee to teach the world about the very real dangers hackers pose against your digital identity. A podcast I strongly recommend you checkout if you care at all about that sort of thing. But what sets it apart is that it's, well... Fun! Hackable is the first show we ever experienced where real experts mak…
…
continue reading
Ever wonder why movie hacks are so bad? Real hackers don't really have to deal with virtual rubics cubes do they? Well fortunately we found an expert to set the record straight! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host and cyber security expert Bruce Snell as they explore bad movie hacks and why Oceans 8 is a rare …
…
continue reading
What is the real cost of our actions? This is a moral, economic, and spiritual question humans have wondered for millenia. Can anyone really answer this question? ...Well your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and Neural Nutritionist Sam Spiers are certainly going to try! Enjoy the episode? Then please share it with whomever you think wi…
…
continue reading
Matt Brady is a full-time teacher, science communicator with experience in pop culture/comics journalism, co-founder of the award winning comics news site Newsarama.com, and founder of thescienceof.org. This week he was gracious enough to take time out of his schedule to talk to us about how we can all help get the next generation of brilliant mind…
…
continue reading
Enjoy the final installment in our series on what happens when we mix real world engineering with our favorite Indiana Jones moments! Do the Templar's traps really stack up? How penitent do you really need to be? And how important is it to know how to spell Jehovah? (Yeah, we know it starts with an 'I'...) Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron B…
…
continue reading
We're back for another installment of our series on the implications of real world Structural Engineering on our favorite Indiana Jones moments! This time we try to figure out what's really dooming the Temple of Doom! Here's a hint, not all traps need gratuitous spikes! ...I mean most do, but not when they come out of the cieling... Join your Perso…
…
continue reading
Welcome to the first installment of our series on the implications of real world Structural Engineering in our favorite Indiana Jones moments! Traps, Tricks, and Tropes aren't safe from our Eagle Eyed Expert! So join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and our super special mystery guest (and expert Structural Engineer) as we investig…
…
continue reading
1
030 - What Does 'Africa' by Toto Have To Do With Hurricane Dorian And What You Can Do About It
22:12
Hurricane Dorian has had the US on edge (especially Florida), but lucky for you listeners you have 3 hurricane veterans to ride out the storm with! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri, co-host and Neural Nutritionist Sam Spiers, and special celebrity guest Lisha Yang as they Sheppard you through the wind and the rain. They even e…
…
continue reading
Now for something completely different. Why are so many people classified as "Mad Scientists" when they aren't even doing science?! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host and Mind Fiend... Keon Boozarjomehri as they sweat over whether you favorite Movie, TV, and Real Life idols are really scientists at all! Inspi…
…
continue reading
Every year people all over the world spend days worth of time stuck in traffic headed to and from work. But what is the real "toll" badum tss of all that sitting and waiting. Not just on the economy, but on your health and your life! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host and Mensa Muscle Man Amelia Robert as the…
…
continue reading
Captain America Winter Soldier sure was a fun movie! But we gotta step back and ask, why is it when Tony Stark builds killer drones no one bats an eye, but when hydra does it everyone loses their minds?! Well that's what we're asking in this weeks episode! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host and Mind Fiend Keo…
…
continue reading
Drone laws are a strange reality for us. It combines the idea that there are these several pound flying hunks of plastic with everyone's favorite thing... Bureaucracy! But they also invite a more serious question for superheroes who have to navigate these drone filled skies! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host…
…
continue reading
For this bonus episode Cameron Boozarjomehri takes you through the Zima Blue episode of Love, Death & Robots. Find out how this simple episode shows you the subtle art of machine learning and how imputs impact the machines we are trying to train! Have small stuff you're sweating? Email us at smallstuffshow@gmail.com, reach out on Twitter with #smal…
…
continue reading
Ex Machina is certainly not the first movie to introduce us to the questions around AI and Ethics. But it was one of the first to show us the terrifying existence of a machine that spent its whole life waiting for its creator to push the off button. The only real question was, who was the real machine?! @_@ Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron …
…
continue reading
Jurassic Park is full of cool dinosaurs! ...Or is it... Maybe there are no dinosaurs, what would that mean for the park, its staff, and those unfortunate enough to have to "inspect" it? Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host and Neural Nutritionist Sam Spiers as they discuss what it's like to be on the bleeding e…
…
continue reading
Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri for a very special interview with Dr Erin MacDonald as we pull back the curtain on what it takes to make sure your favorite Science Fiction is grounded in Science Fact! For more of Dr Erin's work, and to hear the bonus episode about her journey becoming a SciFi consultant, head over to her webs…
…
continue reading
Just a good old fashioned bonus episode full of goofs, and gaughs (whatever those are). We make references, memes, and other stuff. Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and co-host and Mind Fiend Keon Boozarjomehri as we pick apart Jurassic World (along with Jurassic Park). Have small stuff you're sweating? Email us at smallstuffs…
…
continue reading
In part 2 of our series on Jurassic Park we bring you a CEO's guide to how to treat your employees and build your organization! ...Or perhaps, how Mr "Spared No Expense" doesn't do that and how it bites him in the butt! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron Boozarjomehri and special co-host and Mind Fiend... Keon Boozarjomehri as they dive into …
…
continue reading
Pixar is a company that has been pushing the envelope on computer generated technology since the early 90s and one of the few companies to do it well! Now, almost 25 years later, we thought it would be a good time to take stock of the technical progress made by a company known for exceptional story telling! Join your Personal Brain Trainer Cameron …
…
continue reading
