Meet the Shape-Shifter of the Sea | Constant Wonder S2 E2

In the coastal waters of Southern Africa lives a true master of disguise: the tubercular cuttlefish. Though small and little-known, this species can mimic not just one—but three different animals. It blends into the seafloor like a stone, imitates whelks to appear armored, swims like a fish, and even mimics the quirky walk of a hermit crab.

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The Pursuit of Happiness

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about how to pursue happiness. What's the secret? Our stories today have a few ideas about that. Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

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What are Blue Ghosts? | Constant Wonder S7 E12

When author Lynn Faust faced the loss of her beloved Smoky Mountains cabin, she began to notice the synchronous fireflies more closely—tiny lights blinking in perfect rhythm. What started as a moment of heartbreak turned into a lifelong journey. With no formal training, she became a leading firefly expert, dedicating herself to studying these mysterious creatures and illuminating their hidden world.

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Glimmers of Awe: The Fascinating World of Fireflies

Facing the loss of her Elkmont cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains—a family treasure for five generations—Lynn Faust began to pay more attention to the fireflies there, the "light show," as the family called it, where thousands of fireflies would light up in unison. When she read that synchronous fireflies did not exist in North America, she knew that scientists were wrong. The creatures were right in her own yard! Realizing just how little was known about these enchanting insects, she set out to observe them, becoming a self-taught firefly expert and unveiling the mysteries of nature's tiny lanterns.

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Why create a religious freedom museum?

Chris Stevenson joins Steve in-studio to discuss the National Museum of American religion, and what religion has done to American and America has done to religion. Chris Stevenson is the co-founder and president of digital-first National Museum of American Religion (NMAR) and the host of the museum's podcast "Religion in the American Experience." He is also the founder of America’s Quilt of Faith, which champion the indispensability of virtue and religion to the American experiment in self-government.

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What Your Pediatrician Wishes You Knew—and How To Get The Most Out Of Every Visit

Pediatricians are more than just doctors--they can be a star player on your parenting team. This week on "The Lisa Show," pediatrician Dr. Weston Spencer joins Lisa to share why pediatrician visits matter so much. He explains how to get the most out of every appointment--from writing down your questions ahead of time to building a relationship with your pediatrician so they can reinforce the values you’re teaching at home. Dr. Spencer also covers important topics like managing fevers, supporting picky eaters, and danger-proofing your home. Plus, he shares why it’s helpful to let your kids lose at games and how that can build resilience and teach them to navigate disappointment. Whether you’re a new parent or a seasoned pro, this episode will help you make the most of every visit and every conversation with your child’s doctor.

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