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NASA2026 has been a busy year for NASA. Four astronauts flew to the moon for the first trip by human beings there since Apollo 17 in 1972 The flight of Artemis two also highlights Alabama's role in the US space program. The Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville designed, built, tested, and manages the big Space Launch System rocket that sends Artemis missions to Earth orbit. Huntsville has its claim to fame when it comes to NASA, but Opelika does too. One of its favorite sons is retired astronaut Jim Voss. He flew four times on the space shuttle and served on the second full-time crew aboard the International Space Station, a conversation that's out of this world, is next on APR Notebook. -
This week, Don reviews Loving My Enemies & Other Outlandish Pursuits by Angie Wright.
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The "Dog Days" should remind us to find ways to keep our furry friends comfortable and safe in the hot Summer weather! -
Cam Marston has been digging into what makes retirement happy, and it turns out, part of the answer is that spouses need a break from each other. -
The American Veterinary Medical Association says that roughly one third of all American homes have at least one house cat. That's a LOT of feline companions, especially when you consider that many of these homes have multiple kitties (you can never have just one). Simplified is a podcast committing to simplifying potentially confusing topics, and if you've ever had a pet cat, you can likely attest to its mannerisms and health needs being, at least at times, a bit confusing. But have no fear-- we made a call to our friends "On the Plains" to get some advice on how to best care for your four-legged besties. -
This week, Warren Billy Young joins StoryCorps and shares what it was like to grow up in Selma during a time of flourishing and integration. -
This week, Don reviews "The Apprehension of Splendor" by Shawn Sudia-Skehan. -
Stealing a kitten may not be considered a serious crime to law enforcement, but taking it with you to rob a bank? Uh-oh! -
The World Cup has taken over America this summer, and it's brought more than just soccer. It's brought raccoons drinking gin. -
You've likely heard all about the new skin care trends taking over cosmetics stores. What used to be a process as simple as "wash your face before bed" is now a massive industry, with some facial washes, creams, scrubs and oils costing as much as a car payment! (google 'most expensive skin care' at your own risk) While a moisturizer infused with caviar is not a necessity, healthy skin practices can look different for people across all ages, economic backgrounds, ethnicities, and genders. Here to discuss best practices for care, and bring us back down to earth as far as skin care is concerned, is Dr. Lauren Kole, MD.
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This week on StoryCorps, Beth Spivey returns to tell stories about the children in her family and her methods for teaching them right from wrong. -
