Historian Kai Bird's new book, *The Outlier*, offers a definitive account of Jimmy Carter's presidency, detailing his controversial policies and "outlier" status. Bird, a Pulitzer winner, accessed

Historian Kai Bird's new book, *The Outlier*, offers a definitive account of Jimmy Carter's presidency, detailing his controversial policies and "outlier" status. Bird, a Pulitzer winner, accessed private papers and diaries, revealing Carter's humility and self-confidence. The book traces Carter's administration, from domestic agenda to foreign policy, and his battles with Washington over issues like healthcare and inequality.

Join Kai Bird for a fascinating conversation about this often-misunderstood leader. This program, part of The Commonwealth Club's Good Lit series, was held on August 18, 2021, featuring Bird, Dr. Gloria Duffy, and Dr. Mary Bitterman. Explore more programs and events from The Commonwealth Club: YouTube | Events | Watch & Listen.

Nobel laureate Paul Nurse describes evolution by natural selection as "the most beautiful idea in biology." He unpacks Charles Darwin's theory, explaining how complexity emerges without a designer

Nobel laureate Paul Nurse describes evolution by natural selection as "the most beautiful idea in biology." He unpacks Charles Darwin's theory, explaining how complexity emerges without a designer and the profound impact of tiny variations on our understanding of life.

Nurse explores the deep genetic connections linking all organisms, from humans to yeast, prompting a crucial question: if all life is related, what do we owe to the living world? A distinguished biochemist, Nurse was awarded the 2001 Nobel Prize for his discoveries in cell cycle regulation.

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Twenty years after the Exxon Valdez oil tanker spilled nearly 11 million gallons into Prince William Sound, residents still struggle for justice despite two decades of trials and environmental

Twenty years after the Exxon Valdez oil tanker spilled nearly 11 million gallons into Prince William Sound, residents still struggle for justice despite two decades of trials and environmental cleanup. A full understanding of the disaster's true events remains elusive.

Journalist Greg Palast, whose career began covering this story due to insufficient investigations, joins Ring of Fire's Mike Papantonio to discuss the Exxon Valdez's true history. Watch this report from golefttv.

People everywhere need reliable daily power, which renewable energy can provide if stored effectively. Form Energy has developed breakthrough iron-air batteries that store renewable energy for

People everywhere need reliable daily power, which renewable energy can provide if stored effectively. Form Energy has developed breakthrough iron-air batteries that store renewable energy for days, utilizing abundant and affordable iron instead of rare or expensive materials. This innovation makes clean energy more accessible and reliable, while also creating high-quality manufacturing jobs and revitalizing American Rust Belt communities.

Founded by HRH Prince William in 2020, The Earthshot Prize is the world's most prestigious environmental award, driven by the mission "Urgency + Optimism = Action." Each year, it identifies and supports groundbreaking climate leaders across five key areas: Clean Our Air, Fix Our Climate, Revive Our Oceans, Build a Waste-Free World, and Protect and Restore Nature. Five winners receive £1M, and all 15 finalists gain access to a global network of support, working together to repair our planet.

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The Investment Leaders Group (ILG) and CISL have released "Understanding the climate performance of investment funds – Part 2: A universal temperature score method." This final publication in a

The Investment Leaders Group (ILG) and CISL have released "Understanding the climate performance of investment funds – Part 2: A universal temperature score method." This final publication in a two-part series, published July 29, 2021, is available here.

The report introduces a simple, transparent, and robust method to translate portfolio emissions into a Celsius temperature score. This metric helps investors understand their portfolio's alignment with the Paris Agreement, answering what global temperature increase would occur if the entire economy matched the portfolio's emissions intensity.

Nobel laureate Richard Thaler and Cass R. Sunstein's "Nudge: The Final Edition" explores how to guide people toward better decisions without restricting their freedom of choice. The book

Nobel laureate Richard Thaler and Cass R. Sunstein's "Nudge: The Final Edition" explores how to guide people toward better decisions without restricting their freedom of choice. The book highlights that individuals often make unwise choices due to inherent biases, and that choices are never presented neutrally. It advocates for helping people make optimal decisions for themselves, their families, and society.

Thaler, awarded the 2017 Nobel Memorial Prize for his contributions to behavioral economics, co-authored this work. Get the book here.

Barbara McClintock (1902-1992), an American geneticist, received the 1983 Nobel Prize for discovering genetic transposition. Her extensive papers (1927-1991), comprising notes, correspondence, and

Barbara McClintock (1902-1992), an American geneticist, received the 1983 Nobel Prize for discovering genetic transposition. Her extensive papers (1927-1991), comprising notes, correspondence, and photographs, are preserved at the American Philosophical Society.

The National Library of Medicine, in collaboration with the APS, offers a digitized selection of McClintock's papers online through its Profiles in Science project. This site also includes related correspondence from other collections and provides an introduction to McClintock's scientific career. For access to the full collection, researchers should contact the American Philosophical Society.

The Amazon Sacred Headwaters Alliance, a 2024 Earthshot Prize Finalist, protects 35 million hectares of forest across 30 Indigenous nations in Peru and Ecuador. Led by Uyunkar Domingo Peas, it

The Amazon Sacred Headwaters Alliance, a 2024 Earthshot Prize Finalist, protects 35 million hectares of forest across 30 Indigenous nations in Peru and Ecuador. Led by Uyunkar Domingo Peas, it champions planetary rights and highlights Indigenous peoples' vital conservation role.

Inspired by "moonshots," Prince William launched The Earthshot Prize to inspire a decade of planetary repair. It celebrates human ingenuity, proving environmental challenges can be overcome.

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