FULL EPISODE: A Dangerous Run-In With Crabs - May 28, 2026

What this episode covers

It's Time For Technology Time with tech analyst Carmi Levy who covers these stories: Study shows data centers could make neighborhoods hotter; The dark patterns keeping you from opting out of data sharing are darker than ever; The neighborhood watch has given way to AI surveillance; FBI seeks US-wide access to license plate cameras, wants data in near real time; and Trump Mobile investigating potential exposure of would-be customers' personal information. For the ambiguously named Vet Talk or Pet Talk, veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford chats about his recent trip to Jamaica and goes over the following animal science items: Study finds more than 84% of dogs show signs of fear and anxiety; and Dog daycare leptospirosis outbreak in Los Angeles reveals broader public health risks. Physicist Alexandre Morozov takes a fresh look at the prisoner's dilemma which shows hope for cooperation. Marie-Elisabeth Pihl who researches friendship discusses friend-making and why so many adults find themselves lonely. Joining The Last Show's around the world travel series is Dan Auker from Barry's Car Barn, who details why Intercourse is great for the whole family... Intercourse, Pennsylvania, that is. Marine mammal scientist and cognitive psychology professor Diana Reiss shares how a beluga whale showed a sign of intelligence once thought unique to humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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