Well it seems for sure that I have lost time to podcast for the time being. What a wonderful medium. I hope you enjoyed the Thought Press Podcast and found it enlightening and informative. Hopefully it will come back at some point. In the meanwhile... Please enjoy the brand new Thought Press blog . It will be full of insights and analyses of news, the internet, and possibly things Macintosh. And, while podcasts can be convenient to listen to in the car, put our new RSS feed into your news agregg...
Dec 17, 2005
On this podcast: Bird flu is a big worry and President Bush's $7 billion is supposed to help combat the virus and create greater awareness as far as pandemic warnings. More and more countries are being added to the outbreak list. China and Vietnam are the latest, but China is especially susceptible... The life as a US soldier can be tough but some are making a big difference through theater... Also, college tuition has gone up 40% in the last five years. Why is this and how can universities make...
Nov 06, 2005
On this podcast: Halloween is past, but it's legend lives on. We have two stories about it. One about Halloween's history and legend, and how it's evolved over the years. You'll also hear some old tales from Halloweens past from northern Vermont. Get ready for some frights! ... During this program we also take a look at President Bush's new approval rating. It's at its lowest ever, and this doesn't help the other issues the White House has had to deal with. The President makes a step to fight bi...
Nov 02, 2005
On this podcast: Energy is the topic of discussion at water coolers this season, not to mention winter heating prices. Our world's weather is slowly getting worse, causing natural disasters, and increasing oil costs. This coming winter has got people worried about how much extra money is coming out of their pockets to keep warm. We'll have the numbers, including a look at the future of environmentally friendly vehicles... Pope Benedict canonizes five new Saints and says no to married priests... ...
Oct 26, 2005
On this podcast: Rescuing continues in Pakistan to recover from the earthquake while bad weather is hampering efforts. President Bush says the United States will assist in any way... Iraq held it's referendum vote for the new constitution and it was a good turnout, despite threats. We'll take you there as people lined up early to vote. Results are expected soon but there is still uncertainty as to what the plan of action is to remove troops... Pope Benedict gathered with thousands of children at...
Oct 18, 2005
On this podcast: Pakistan has world focus now as they try and clean up from a devastating earthquake that killed tens of thousands. We'll look at it from a variety of angles: The slow response, the numbers dead and homeless, the hospitals destroyed. There are few medical facilities available for the thousands injured and few places to go for the millions homeless. The recent natural disasters has created a new category in the world: environmental refugees. Also, the iPod lineup changes once agai...
Oct 13, 2005
Today: Iraqi Constitution in detail | Doctor-assisted suicide | Red Cross says media is vital | Avian (Bird) Flu | Ramadan Music by Carl Leth Links: Not Dead Yet Compassion & Choices Avian Flu Info Subscribe to our newsletter! Email us your ideas or thoughts: [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465). Download alternate mp3 version...
Oct 07, 2005
Today: Al-Qaida's No. 2 man dies | Iraq still hot issue | Hurricane prediction | Monarch butterfly | Evolution vs. Creationism | iPod Nano problems Music: Wolverine Blues by Benny Goodman (1928) Links: Shine up your iPod Butterfly Weblog Subscribe to our newsletter on the right. Email us your ideas or thoughts: [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465). Download alternate mp3 version...
Sep 27, 2005
This is a timely podcast. We look at the current situation of Hurricane Rita and learn about how hurricanes work. Links: NOAA - Hurricane Info Thanks for listening! How do you react to Hurricane Rita? Email your thoughts to [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).
Sep 23, 2005
Today: Going to the moon | London bombers | Image of American Muslims | Bush's disapproval rating | Assisted reproduction and surrogacy Links: American Surrogacy Center NASA Crew Exploration Vehicle Have questions or comments? Email us @ [email protected] or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465). You can be heard on Thought Press. Download alternate mp3 version...
Sep 21, 2005
Today: John Roberts controversy | Hurricanes | 1955 Newsreel | Fuel crisis around the world | Robert Wise dies | Hong Kong Disneyland opening | How we podcast Enhanced Podcasting Software Links: ChapterToolMe Cast Easy Links: Science Magazine: Hurricanes Hong Kong Disneyland Have questions or comments? Email us @ [email protected] or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465). You can be heard on Thought Press. Download alternate mp3 version...
Sep 16, 2005
Today we focus on how disaster affects us, both natural: Hurricane Katrina, and manmade: September 11. Links: 9/11 Digital Archive Do you enjoy our enhanced podcast? Email us @ [email protected] or leave your thoughts @ 206.33.THINK (84465).
Sep 12, 2005
Why just listen when you can watch and interact? Thought Press is now an enhanced podcast in iTunes 4.9 or on your iPod! This means that as you listen, relevant images and links will appear in your iTunes window or on your iPod. You can even jump to different stories within the podcast. Today: Autograph Conventions | Mars rover Spirit | Hurricane satellite images | The New Orleans we used to know Links: Hurricane Relief: Donate Now Mars Pictures Find an autograph convention Google Earth image ov...
Sep 07, 2005
Listen to our new enhanced podcast in iTunes 4.9 or on your iPod! This means you can jump to different sections, view relevant links mentioned, and view relevant images all live as you listen! Today: Part Two of Hurricane Katrina coverage, with more saddening words from victims, including Kanye West's uncensored commentary on NBC. Links: Hurricane Relief: Donate Now Hurricane Housing Kanye West video on NBC Donate to MDA Thanks for listening! How do you react to hurricane Katrina? Email your tho...
Sep 05, 2005
Today we focus specially on the effects of Hurricane Katrina, including how it's affected gas prices. Links: Hurricane Relief: Donate Now Video of New Orleans: Download Now Average gas prices Gas prices near you Thanks for listening! How do you react to hurricane Katrina? Email your thoughts to [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465). Wow! When we recorded this podcast donations to the Red Cross were $19 million. It's more than doubled!...
Sep 02, 2005
Not much time? Don't worry, today's Thought Press is short and sweet. Today: Bush approval rating lowest ever | "Real Beauty" ads Links: Dove's Campaign for Real Beauty Thanks for listening! Want to be heard on the show? Email your thoughts to [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).
Aug 28, 2005
Today: Iraqi Constitution | Britain against Muslims? | US Military stretched to it's limit? | New Disney on Ice show | Online education in rural towns Links: Iraq Constitution News Update Read the Constitution text Thanks for listening! Want to be heard on the show? Email your thoughts to [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465)....
Aug 25, 2005
Today: Michigan State Fair | Next Shuttle launch: March | President tries to increase war support | World Youth Day Thanks for listening! Want to be heard on the show? Give us your thoughts. Email [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).
Aug 21, 2005
Today: New 9/11 audio | Social Security turns 70 | Genetics of rice | Future of Bollywood Links: Social Security Calculator Video: How does Social Security work? Music: Dabadasadai by James Curran Thanks for listening! What can be improved? Email [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465)....
Aug 14, 2005
Today: Discovery returns | 1959 launch of a new satellite | Online medical check-ups | Price of oil | Subway bag searches unconstitutional? | Divorce and co-habitating Want to get your voice or opinion on Thought Press? Email [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465).
Aug 10, 2005
If you've tried calling our listener line before at 206 33 THINK (84465) and heard a strange message, don't worry. It's back up and running as normal. We want your feedback to be a constant part of the podcast! Either leave us a comment, respond to something we featured, or share your opinion or news. We will gladly put your audio on the podcast! So get involved and call 206 33 THINK (206 338 4465). It shows us that you're listening and interested.
Aug 06, 2005
Today: More Al-qaeda attacks? | Yahoo's audio search | Apple's new mouse | Native American and Hawaiian music | Brain dead woman gives birth | Disney to open a second China park in 2012 Links: Apple's Mighty Mouse Mighty Mouse Review "Our Beloved Land" CD Corrected Link: Yahoo! Audio Search Thanks for listening! What can be improved? Email [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465)....
Aug 05, 2005
Today: Bush at Boy Scout Jamboree | Tenth Planet | Best Place to Live in America | Chocolate Links: Charlie and Chocolate Factory Video: Tour Hershey's Factory All about chocolate Chocolate Gifts Thanks for listening! What can be improved? Email [email protected] or call us @ 206.33.THINK (84465)....
Aug 02, 2005
We focus on a special topic today: Self-publishing. It's a route that provides more control and is less expensive, but many authors avoid it due to little knowledge or experience in the area. This is where Publish and be damned, enters. It makes it so simple and easy to publish your book that anyone can do it for much less than what traditional publishers charge. And, they do a lot of the leg work for you. Also: US Troops to withdraw from Iraq? | London update | Ricky Martin | Shuttle Discovery ...
Jul 28, 2005