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EPISODE · Oct 17, 2025 · 14 MIN

Can concrete power cities? Can aspirin prevent cancer? The science says maybe.

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This week, Arielle and Karissa spotlight two game-changing breakthroughs: MIT's new battery concrete, which could turn buildings into energy storage devices, and a Swedish study showing that low-dose aspirin may significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer recurrence in certain patients. We break down the science behind both discoveries—and how they might shape the future of our cities and our health. Want to be part of the Optimism Movement? Become an Emissary. Subscribe to our FREE Daily Newsletter and follow us on Instagram, X, and Blue Sky. Transcript link: https://www.optimistdaily.com/?p=1420895 The Optimist Daily is a project of the World Business Academy. Donate link: https://www.optimistdaily.com/donate-to-support-the-optimist-daily/?gift=Y%20http://

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