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Cool Stuff Ride Home

Cool Stuff Ride Home
NASA
Quasar J0529-4351
Snake Antivenom
Paul Mccartney
Bioluminescent Plants
AI Technology
Exercise Benefits
Electric School Buses
Mars
Stingray
Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture (IMTA)
Careymoor Regenerative Ocean Farm
Brainstem Glioma
Fort Worth Zoo
Glow-In-the-Dark Plants
Pliosaur Fossil
Black Rhino
Stelfonta
Salem Witch Trials
Willy Wonka

Covering the most interesting and coolest stories that you may have missed around the world in about 15 minutes a day. Cool Stuff Ride Home looks at science, progress, life-hacks, memes, exciting art, and hope. This is the antidote to depressing headlines. Smart stuff in podcast form. Cool news, as a service. Hosted by Reggie Risseeuw and Marques Pfaff.

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We are heading to space - the moon to be exact…and I mean that quite literally. Also, the quasi-moon that has been with us since the 50s and the spacecraft that returned to Earth full of mice and flies.

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Recycled glass could help fend off coastal erosion

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Recent Guests

Kermit Pattison
Author featured in Scientific American discussing brain preservation
Episode: The Pace of Brain Rot, The Value of Pyrite - No Longer Just "Fool's Gold", and TDIH - Neon Lights First Displayed
John Seaman
Director of Horticulture at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney
Botanic Gardens of Sydney
Episode: Dinosaur-Era Tree Saplings Being Auctioned, How an Aging Immune System Fuels Cancer Growth & TDIH: The 1920 Bombing of Wall Street & The Empire State Building's Mooring Mast
Ali Kumbarji
PhD student in MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering
MIT
Episode: Using Soda Cans and Seawater to Create Fuel, Weird Wednesday - Boneless(?) Wings, Dog Returns After 9 years, the Bedpan Collection, and TDIH - Black Tot Day
Enoch Ellis
Undergraduate in chemical engineering at MIT
MIT
Episode: Using Soda Cans and Seawater to Create Fuel, Weird Wednesday - Boneless(?) Wings, Dog Returns After 9 years, the Bedpan Collection, and TDIH - Black Tot Day
Dr. Peter Goddard
Founded a company to recycle aluminum as a source of hydrogen fuel
Episode: Using Soda Cans and Seawater to Create Fuel, Weird Wednesday - Boneless(?) Wings, Dog Returns After 9 years, the Bedpan Collection, and TDIH - Black Tot Day
Douglas Hart
MIT professor of mechanical engineering
MIT
Episode: Using Soda Cans and Seawater to Create Fuel, Weird Wednesday - Boneless(?) Wings, Dog Returns After 9 years, the Bedpan Collection, and TDIH - Black Tot Day

Hosts

Marques Pfaff
Host of Cool Stuff Ride Home
Reggie Risseeuw
Host of Cool Stuff Ride Home

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 848 ratings
  • 100% human, 100% cool stuff!

    Hosts Reggie & Marques bring all the cool news from around the world and the cool stuff from history. Cool Stuff Ride Home is part of my daily podcast from the beginning and I never miss it, I recommend you do as well, you won’t regrrret it, as it’s all Cool Stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeiLaud
    Australia5 months ago
  • I enjoy the stories!

    They give little tidbits on all sorts of news and history. It’s easy to listen to, and they’ve got a good sense of humor… even about their reviews! Keep doing what you’re doing :D

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ram3500fh
    United States5 months ago
  • I’ve lost all trust. Dumb or dumber?

    I’m pretty sure this podcast is completely AI. They said an asteroid is named the same name as a president. However that is so incorrect. Either you’re super dumb or you’re intentionally trying to bring political beliefs into your message. Either way, I don’t trust you at this point.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mememesos
    United States6 months ago
  • Used to be Better

    The content itself is fun/educational, and it’s nice to stay up to date on non-depressing news. However, the hosts come across as AI trying to read in a human voice/inflection. Many times there are mispronunciations of fairly common words, and some phrases are repeated right after they were said. It gets a little old to hear semi-academic content from hosts who seem to have little to no academic knowledge.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ;&26(93$-(8,
    United States9 months ago
  • Keep looking

    The original show was great - the new hosts are awful. The banter is idiotic and they are really “not an expert” about ANYTHING. Some of the comments they make about stories make me wonder what they are actually schooled in. It’s not math, history or anything to do with ANY science. I really wanted to like this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NCRob 2024
    United Statesa year ago

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There are mixed opinions on host chemistry, with some feeling the banter can detract from the information presented.
Some listeners express a desire for content depth, particularly in relation to scientific topics, while others celebrate the lighthearted approach.
Many enjoy the blend of humor and positivity, emphasizing the entertaining yet educational nature of the stories shared.
Listeners appreciate the short format and engaging content, finding it a refreshing and informative break from ordinary news.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#212
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Apple Podcasts
#201
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Apple Podcasts
#143
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#162
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Apple Podcasts
#92
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Apple Podcasts
#106
Taiwan/News/Tech News

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What's Better Than Mental Toughness? Science Weighs In + A New Celestial Body Discovered in Our Solar System
Q: What are your thoughts on the differences between mental flexibility and mental toughness?
The speaker suggests that while mental toughness has its merits, mental flexibility is generally more advantageous and can lead to better long-term success.
New Health Benefits of Owning a Pet and Do Dogs Actually Judge People?
Q: Can dogs truly judge people?
Current studies suggest we don't know for sure if dogs can accurately judge human character, which points to the complexity of canine social cognition.
‘Exhausted’ immune cells could be target for breast cancer prevention, A Cook-Out Favorite Causes a Stir in the UK & the Birth of American Dollar Sign
Q: You said earlier in the story that nobody had thought of using the medication in the early stages of cancer. Well, my question is, why not?
The hosts speculate whether previous concerns regarding the medication's safety or efficacy in early stages might have prevented its use but note that no clear explanation was provided in the research.
The Devil Comet and Oregon's Dark Sky Sanctuary
Q: Who made the discovery? The farmers or the archaeologist?
Both the farmers who discovered the fragments and the archaeologist who identified them contributed significantly to the discovery process.
The Devil Comet and Oregon's Dark Sky Sanctuary
Q: So you're telling me it should just be called 12P Pond's?
It's possible that since Pons spotted it first but wasn't confirmed, Brooks' observation provided confirmation, which is why both are credited.

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Recent guests on Cool Stuff Ride Home include:

1. Kermit Pattison
2. John Seaman
3. Ali Kumbarji
4. Enoch Ellis
5. Dr. Peter Goddard
6. Douglas Hart

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