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1240: “Opossum vs Possum”

Interesting Things with JC, Episode #1240: “Opossum vs Possum” – A silent "o" hides a massive biological and cultural divide. From death-fainting opossums in North America to the tree-hugging possums of Australia, this episode breaks down the myth, the history, and the science behind these marsupials.

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1224: "Ghost in the Coffee Shop – How Nearby Hackers Hijack Your Phone in Real Time"

Interesting Things with JC #1224: "Ghost in the Coffee Shop – How Nearby Hackers Hijack Your Phone in Real Time" - You’re at a café, scrolling your phone. You don’t see the hacker nearby, but they see you. Loved ones, friends, strangers, they could all be hackers looking to steal your data in public places, without ever touching your phone. The hidden dangers of IMEI skimming and device tracking are all too real.

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1197: "The 133rd Seabees – Built on Sacrifice, Deserving of Honor"

Interesting Things with JC #1197: "The 133rd Seabees – Built on Sacrifice, Deserving of Honor" – Seabees of the 133rd were memorialized by their shipmates through the dedication of a chapel on Iwo Jima.

They gave their lives in service and never came home.

Their names are engraved on the chapel’s plaque, but their unit was not included in the Presidential Unit Citation awarded to those they fought beside. This episode reflects on their sacrifice and asks that their service be fully recognized.

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1179: "Evolution of Aircraft Collision Avoidance Technology"

Interesting Things with JC #1179: "Evolution of Aircraft Collision Avoidance Technology" – A recent mid-air collision near Washington, D.C. has reignited the conversation about aviation safety and collision prevention technology.

In this episode, we explore how TCAS, ADS-B, and AI-powered automation have revolutionized aviation—and why low-altitude operations, drone safety, and AI-driven air traffic management are the next frontier.

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