Topic: University Of Copenhagen

3 chapters across the catalog

Service Pony
Episode 962 1:12:07 - 1:15:09

962: Service Pony

BBC Pidgin Service, West African Digital News

The BBC has launched a digital news service in Pidgin English specifically for audiences in West and Central Africa. The hosts read headlines from the site, including stories about Hurricane Irma and a Beyonce-themed course at the University of Copenhagen. They compare the service to "Ebonics" and marvel at the linguistic style used by the British broadcaster.

Stay Safe!
Episode 959 36:44 - 39:49

959: Stay Safe!

Lithium in Water Supply and Dementia Prevention Study

A study from the University of Copenhagen suggests a correlation between natural lithium levels in drinking water and reduced rates of dementia. While the findings are considered intriguing by the NHS, researchers note that the results are difficult to interpret and require further clinical validation. Denmark is highlighted as a highly medicated society where such public health interventions are frequently discussed, though the potential for side effects like docility remains a concern.

Attack Of The Icebergs
Episode 152 25:20 - 28:21

152: Attack Of The Icebergs

Copenhagen Diagnosis Report and University of New South Wales

The Copenhagen Diagnosis report was released to synthesize climate science published since the last IPCC report, warning of accelerating ice melt and rising sea levels. Domain registration data links the report's website to Stephen Gray at the University of New South Wales in Australia.