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Each weekday, Pulse of the Planet provides its listeners with a two-minute sound portrait of Planet Earth, tracking the rhythms of nature, culture and science worldwide and blending interviews and extraordinary natural sound.

Science
Natural Sciences
Technology
1201
Carry Your Fire. 14May18
In the midst of a damp tropical forest, carrying a fire is easier than starting one. This archival program is part of Pulse of the Planet's 30th anniversary celebration. 
2 min
1202
Tree Huggers. 11May18
In northern India, an unusual form of direct action saved a forest and launched an environmental movement. This archival program is part of Pulse of the Planet's 30th anniversary celebration. 
2 min
1203
Time Capsule Air. 10May18
Measuring Earth's atmosphere from the distant past. This archival program is part of Pulse of the Planet's 30th anniversary celebration. 
2 min
1204
Sea Levels Rise 09May18
Thirty years ago, George Woodwell warned that If the Earth's temperature continues to rise, flooding would eventually displace millions around the world. Part of Pulse of the Planet's 30th anniversary celebration. 
2 min
1205
Warming Warning 08May18
Everything George Woodwell spoke about three decades ago has come to pass and his advice for the future is as relevant today as when we first broadcast these programs. Part of Pulse of the Planet's 30th anniversary celebration. 
2 min
1206
Wolf Haven 07May18
A home for wolves that have been raised in captivity. This archival program (our first!) is part of Pulse of the Planet's 30th anniversary celebration. 
2 min
1207
Grey Water 04May18
If it isn't drinkable, that doesn't mean it's not usable.
2 min
1208
We're Using It Up 03May18
In many areas, our water supply is being drained faster than it's replenished.
2 min
1209
Cloud Water 02May18
A large cumulous cloud weighs about the same as a 747.
2 min
1210
Chemicals R Us 01May18
Approximately 4000 new chemicals are registered each day.
2 min
1211
Hand Sanitizers Come Under Scrutiny. 30Apr18
A widely used category of chemical substances could have harmful side-effects.
2 min
1212
Quats
A chemical compound found in many home cleansing products could be doing more than just clean.
2 min
1213
Stealth Nanoparticles 26Apr18
If nanoparticles from consumer products end up in solid wastes, what effect could that have on the environment?
2 min
1214
Nano Membranes 25Apr18
Wastewater plants typically don't filter out pharmaceuticals from our water supply. 
2 min
1215
Nano-Caff 24Apr18
According to the US Geological Survey, much of our fresh water is contaminated by caffeine.
2 min
1216
Poison Ivy Meets Citizen Science 23Apr18
Here's a way you can help track and control poison ivy.
2 min
1217
Preventing a Stroke 20Apr18
Designing a drug that could help stroke patients maximize whatever bypass arteries they may have.
2 min
1218
Stealth Vessels 19Apr18
After a stroke, a specialized network of blood vessels redirects the flow of blood in the brain.
2 min
1219
Surviving Strokes 18Apr18
Why is it that some patients are able to survive a stroke and others are not?
2 min
1220
Bad Name, Good Sign 17Apr18
Saddled with a dicey moniker, Hellbenders are indicators of a healthy water ecosystem.
2 min
1221
Hellbender! 16Apr18
North America's largest salamander can reach a length of two feet and weigh up to five pounds.
2 min
1222
Dynamics of Collaboration 13Apr18
Engineers turn misunderstandings to their advantage.
2 min
1223
Silent Blade 12Apr18
An owl's wing inspires the design of a quiet turbine.
2 min
1224
Shoreline Research in Binaural Stereo 11Apr18
An immersive glimpse of intertidal zone research.
2 min
1225
HAB's 10Apr18
Long term studies can help explain why we're seeing so many Harmful Algae Blooms lately.
2 min