Back in 2018, I had the incredible opportunity to go to Antarctica aboard a small ship, with a group of 80 women who work in STEMM. It was a trip that burned this frozen continent forever into my mind. It also means that I take a moment each year on December 1st to acknowledge Antarctica Day.

In a world of endless content, these podcasts are your journey through pop culture, personal identity, and societal change. With diverse voices and thought-provoking discussions, they challenge you to reflect, learn, and grow. They offer insights into the past and a fresh perspective on today. So, whether you're reminiscing about the '90s, questioning societal norms, or learning about migration through music, these podcasts are here to guide you. Plug in and join the conversation.

Why is there an adoption awareness month? Mostly to promote and celebrate the act of adoption. A family gives a home to a child that needs one. Which is great, right? In many ways, yes. But… as many adult adoptees will tell you, it’s more complicated than that.

In A CRISPR Bite, I pull back the curtain on the power, pros, and cons of new gene-editing technology that is set to transform the way we eat food. Every episode is a journey into the labs and fields where the future of food is being rewritten, one gene at a time. Most people have no idea this is even happening! And that’s really what inspired me to make a show that could break down all the jargon and let listeners decide for themselves what to think about this new wave of gene-edited food. Like A CRISPR Bite, this playlist invites listeners to a table where food isn't just consumed but is understood and appreciated. Here is a mix of podcasts that offer a (delicious) blend of culinary stories, insights, and innovations. It goes beyond recipes and into the evolving narrative of food in our lives and culture.

Sean Pyles is a producer and host of the NerdWallet podcast Smart Money. He delivers thoughtful, friendly, actionable advice by debunking common money myths and offering up new ways to prioritize your penny.