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The Pulse
Science

Cybercrime and How Hackers Prey on Human Nature

We hear about the virus that ushered in the age of social engineering attacks, the history of cybercrime, and what led one man to become a hacker.

Air Date: May 16, 2025

Listen 54:26
Red hearts emerging from a red envelope. (Bigstock Image)
The Pulse
Science

‘ILOVEYOU’: How a computer science student created one of the first email viruses that spread by preying on human nature

Twenty-five years ago, Onel de Guzman tricked millions of people and cost the world economy billions by unleashing a computer worm disguised as a love letter.

1 week ago

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Mother and Daughters Sitting with Laptop
The Pulse

Lightening the Load of Motherhood

From juggling kids and work — motherhood can feel impossible. We look at how to lighten the load of being a mom.

Air Date: May 9, 2025

Listen 48:52
Jan Todd squatting at the U.S. Powerlifitng Federation Women’s Nationals in Los Angeles, in 1980 (Photo by Kathy Tuite Leistner)
The Pulse
Health

Powerlifting pioneer Jan Todd recalls her barrier-breaking deadlift record 50 years later

In 1975, Jan Todd set a Guinness World Record with a 394.5-pound two-handed deadlift — but training was tough at a time when women weren’t expected to lift heavy.

3 weeks ago

Listen 7:04
The Pulse
Health

The Life-Changing Power of Lifting Weights

We explore the proven and emerging benefits of pumping iron, and why so many people say it’s changing their lives.

Air Date: May 2, 2025

Listen 51:39
During the Vietnam War, Donald Super was stationed in Thailand and assigned to serve as a translator for a covert CIA bombing campaign in Laos, which was supposed to be considered neutral territory during the war. 50 years after his service, he visited Laos to help undo his actions. (John Warren Jones)
The Pulse
Health

Veteran recalls covert CIA bombing operation in Laos during the Vietnam War

50 years ago, Don Super joined the military in hopes of helping the Lao people during the Vietnam War — instead, he found himself a part of a secret carpet bombing campaign.

3 weeks ago

Listen 19:43
A representative from Mines Advisory Group is searching for a bomb with a metal detection device. (Mines Advisory Group/Bart Verweij)
The Pulse
Science

How declassified historic satellite images could help clear unexploded bombs in Vietnam 50 years later

The U.S. dropped millions of tons of bombs on Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. Some remain, and could still explode.

3 weeks ago

Listen 11:50
A U.S. Infantryman of the 25th division balances a M60 machine gun on his shoulder as he rushes into position behind smoke rising from a burning village near Duc Pho, about 325 miles North of Saigon on July 31, 1967. Air strikes had been called in on the village when elements of the division met resistance during a search and clear operation. (AP Photo)
The Pulse
Health

50 Years Later: The Lasting Impact of the Vietnam War

On this episode, we mark the 50th anniversary of the war’s end with stories that explore its lasting impact.

Air Date: April 25, 2025

Listen 49:03
Bonnie Tsui is a journalist, best-selling author, swimmer and a surfer. Her new book is “On Muscle: The Stuff That Moves Us and Why it Matters.” (Image courtesy of Bonnie Tsui)
The Pulse
Health

Finding Strength and Beauty in Muscles

Best-selling author Bonnie Tsui joins us for a conversation about strength, muscles, art and being comfortable in one’s own body, especially as we age.

Air Date: April 23, 2025

Listen 34:57
A man is crocheting and watching a tutorial video. (Ramil Gibadullin/Bigstock)
The Pulse
Science

20 years after its first upload, YouTube is changing the way people learn

Users of all ages turn to the platform to master new skills, solve problems, and learn on their own terms.

4 weeks ago

Listen 3:10
The MUSH, an organization in Berlin, Germany, organizes cuddle parties to combat a lack of touch in people's lives. (Charlie Garcia/ For WHYY)
The Pulse
Health

‘Cuddle Parties’ serve as an antidote for loneliness and lack of touch

Touch is a human need, but many people report they are not getting enough touch in their lives. ‘Cuddle parties’ aim to provide a safe space for touch and connection.

1 month ago

Listen 11:33
Anthony Niemiec with ElliQ, an AI companion robot, in Beacon, New York. (Dawn Attride/For WHYY)
The Pulse
Health

To relieve loneliness, AI companion robots move in with seniors

About one in four older adults report feeling socially isolated. Could AI companion robots help to relieve loneliness?

1 month ago

Listen 12:00
Sad depressed woman sitting on bench in raincoat
The Pulse
Health

Loneliness and How to Rekindle Social Connection

On this episode, we look to understand why so many people are so lonely, and find out how we can stay better connected.

Air Date: April 18, 2025

Listen 50:00
YouTube uses an algorithm designed to deliver content that each user is most likely to enjoy. (Bigstock/Pixinoo)
The Pulse
Science

‘Peak algorithm’: Why some people are pushing back against machine curation

Have we reached peak algorithm-driven culture? Finding the balance between human and machine curation.

1 month ago

Listen 11:29
CHIANG MAI, THAILAND - Apr.08,2019: Woman holding Apple iPhone 6S Rose Gold with Youtube apps on screen. YouTube is the popular online video sharing website.
The Pulse
Science

The Rise of YouTube and How It’s Changed Our Lives

On this episode, we mark the 20th anniversary of YouTube with an exploration of the platform’s rise, evolution, and impact on our lives.

Air Date: April 11, 2025

Listen 48:34
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