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Yesterday · 7 min
In the Desert, a Place to Leave the Past Behind
What began as a tribute to a former CEO has become a place of reflection and renewal for those facing major life transitions. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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Thursday · 7 min
What’s the Late Fee on a Telescope?—How Libraries Are Changing
If you need to borrow a tool or an electric keyboard for the weekend, head on down to the nearest library of things. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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Wednesday · 31 min
How Cartels Are Turning Americans Into Unwitting Drug Mules | Troy Myers
The border got quieter. Illegal crossings fell. Officers say they can do the job they signed up for. That is the upside of the policy shift. But cartels do not stop. More pressure is on the ports of entry—and the unwitting Americans who think they are going for a dinner date in Tijuana, Mexico. Dating apps have opened a new tactic for cartels and a fraudulent date could turn into an American driving home with a load they never agreed to carry. Host Benjamin Trenerry is joined by Epoch Times journalist Troy Myers who was on the ground at the border. Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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September 14 · 10 min
This Family Is Transforming How America Gets Its Organic Food
‘I’m living proof that food is medicine,’ says David Stelzer, founder of Azure Standard. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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September 10 · 9 min
Booksellers Alarmed as AI Giants Shred Millions of Books
One bookstore owner noticed a sudden spike in book sales in April—between double and triple the weekly sales tally. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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September 9 · 30 min
The Shocking Content a 13-Year-Old Sees on Snapchat | Beige Luciano-Adams
According to Snap Inc., around 90 percent of 13- to 24-year-olds worldwide use Snapchat. But what exactly is this platform, how do teenagers use it, and why are parents so deeply concerned about what their children encounter there? Epoch Times reporter Beige Luciano-Adams created a Snapchat account for a 13-year-old avatar and was shocked by the sexual, violent, and other unsafe content that quickly appeared. In this episode we look at how drug dealers have circumnavigated guardrails on the platform to sell narcotics to children, with tragic and sometimes fatal results. We also examine how the app’s design works, why the technology is so addictive, and how it may affect adolescent brains. Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Beige Luciano-Adams as they look into this topic. Please email your thoughts or insights on this episode to: podcasts@epochtimes.us
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September 7 · 8 min
Climatologist Says a Century of Weather Data Contradicts Claims of Record Heat
Despite perception, study indicates a moderation of both hot and cold temperatures in the U.S. over the past century. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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September 3 · 9 min
Homeschool Families Are Pushing for High School Sports Participation
In California, Maryland, New York, Oklahoma, and Virginia, homeschool students are barred from public school sports. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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September 2 · 45 min
Rogue AI: Ethics, Accountability, and the Question of Regulation | Jacob Burg
An AI agent that escaped its testing environment has caused significant industry concern. But did it really go rogue—or was it just ruthlessly doing exactly what it was programmed to do? In this episode we look at the recent Hugging Face hack and discuss key issues about AI—such as who should be responsible when things go wrong, and whether urgent regulation is needed—even if it risks slowing the West in the AI race with China. We also discuss the ethical dilemmas this incident has thrown into sharp relief. If you want a clear, big-picture understanding of where we stand with AI right now, this conversation is for you. Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times—one of America’s largest independent media outlets. Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Jacob Burg, national reporter for The Epoch Times, for a look into this recent AI incident. Please email your thoughts or insights on this episode to: podcasts@epochtimes.us Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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August 31 · 9 min
The Push to Bring Back Recess Time in Public Schools
As the 2026–27 academic year begins, schools across the nation have increased time for physical activity. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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August 28 · 8 min
The Last of the Mule Mail Carriers
For decades, Charlie and Nathan Chamberlain have traversed the Grand Canyon on horseback as contractors for the U.S. Postal Service. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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August 27 · 44 min
The Heroes Fighting Human Trafficking | Cindy Drukier
Human trafficking is one of the most hidden crimes of our time, affecting tens of millions through forced labour and sexual exploitation. The stories can be harrowing, yet they also reveal extraordinary courage — survivors rebuilding their lives, and those who risk so much to rescue and restore them. In this episode you’ll learn about the scale of the problem in the United States and beyond, common misconceptions about victims, the long road of recovery, and the legal barriers survivors still face. We also highlight truly remarkable individuals recognized in the Heroes Wanted campaign, run by Kaleido.Charity in partnership with The Epoch Times and NTD Television — people providing housing, legal advocacy, cross-border rescue, and restoration for those who have escaped exploitation. These are stories of hope rising in the darkest places, and of ordinary people who refuse to look away. Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Cindy Drukier, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist for The Epoch Times for a broad ranging discussion on this important issue. Please email your thoughts or insights on this episode to: podcasts@epochtimes.us Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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August 24 · 18 min
Small Town Texas Opposes Big Data Center | Darlene Sanchez
Across the United States, data centers are arriving in small towns at a rapid pace, bringing promises of jobs and tax revenue—as well as plenty of local opposition. In Taylor, Texas, the conflict is especially sharp. Land donated in 1999 for a public park later changed hands and was sold for $10 million dollars to a data center developer. The planned billion-dollar facility will sit right next to a residential neighborhood. Longtime resident Pamela Griffin is leading the fight, organizing neighbors and challenging the project in court. For many residents, this is no longer just about one development—it’s about whether a promise made to their community still means anything. Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Darlene Sanchez as they delve into this story. Please email your thoughts or insights on this episode to: podcasts@epochtimes.us Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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August 20 · 10 min
Ranchers’ Hands Tied as California Wolf Attacks Grow
Ranchers and advocates are calling for lethal removal options of predators habituated to preying on cattle amid rising attacks. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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August 19 · 23 min
What One Little Girl’s Lemonade Stand Can Teach Us About Making a Difference | Janice Hisle
This is the story of 6-year-old Payton Obert, whose simple lemonade stand grew into an annual fundraising phenomenon. What began as one small act of kindness has created a powerful ripple effect—raising more than $5 million dollars in support for children facing medical, personal, and economic hardships in the Cincinnati area and beyond. It’s a truly heartwarming tale of one little girl’s sparkling idea… and a classic example of American giving at its best: kids learning entrepreneurship, community, and generosity all at once. This episode explores what can happen when one person decides to act selflessly and from the heart. Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Epoch Times reporter Janice Hisle as they delve into this story. Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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August 17 · 9 min
Inside the Race to Fix America’s Gas Pipelines Amid AI Center Boom
The rise of power-hungry data centers is posing a new challenge to the nation’s aging natural gas pipeline infrastructure. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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August 13 · 28 min
Nuclear Renaissance: The Race for Small Modular Reactors | John Haughey
The future is here. A new generation of small, portable nuclear reactors is advancing so quickly that a nuclear-powered future is no longer a question of if, but when. Executive orders, deregulation, and private investment have accelerated development of small modular nuclear units and microreactors. Several new designs have already achieved criticality this year, with more expected by the end of 2026—the first new U.S. designs to do so since 1973. What is criticality? What’s driving demand for these portable units? Are they new technology or older concepts whose time is now? Where will these microreactors go? And, of course, how do their safety features address public concerns? Welcome to Epoch Reports from The Epoch Times—one of America’s largest independent media outlets. Join host Benjamin Trenerry and John Haughey, energy, defense, and infrastructure reporter for The Epoch Times, for a look into recent exciting advancements in portable nuclear reactor technology. Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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August 12 · 8 min
When the Experts Can’t Find Water, This Is Who They Call
Arizona water dowser Jack Coel said he has found thousands of wells using a centuries-old practice that divides believers and skeptics. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport
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August 10 · 25 min
Beagles Rescued from Lab Pipeline Find Sunshine, Grass, and Forever Homes | Nanette Holt
Nearly 2,200 beagles grew up in stacked metal cages at a Wisconsin breeding facility, destined for research labs. They had never felt grass under their paws or sunshine on their backs. This is the story of how those dogs were freed — after protests, political pressure, and the determined work of Big Dog Ranch Rescue — and how they are now discovering toys, couches, and the simple joy of being loved. We explore why beagles are the preferred breed for laboratory testing, how recent changes in U.S. law and advances in alternative methods are reducing the need for animal testing, and why the fight is still far from over. At its heart, this episode asks a deeper question: Are dogs still necessary in the creation of medicine for humans? Join host Benjamin Trenerry and Nanette Holt, an award-winning freelance reporter covering issues of national interest for The Epoch Times, as they explore this moving tale. Show your support for The Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/epochreports
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August 6 · 7 min
Cursive Writing Is Making a Comeback
More states are reviving cursive writing instruction as educators, parents, and lawmakers say the skill supports memory, focus, fine motor development, and a connection to historical documents. Read the original report here. Show your support for Epoch Times and independent journalism by leaving a 5 star review of this show on your podcast platform or visit www.RateThisPodcast.com/thereport

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