Episodes

  • Daily Science Brief · July 14th

    Daily Science Brief · July 14th
    Jul 14 2026
    From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief for July 14th. Hey, Iris. July 14th. Ten stories — one trial, three reviews, six takes you can actually use. Let's get into it. First, from Arstechnica. SpaceX is gearing up for Starship's 13th test flight later this week. The next test flight of SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy booster could take off as soon as Thursday, and much of the hour-long mission will look a lot like the last Starship flight in May. But there are a few key differences for this launch, set to occur during a launch window that opens at 5:45 pm CDT (22:45 UTC) on Thursday. The most notable change is the inclusion of real, functioning Starlink satellites inside Starship's cargo bay. SpaceX previously tested the ship's payload deployment mechanism using simulators mimicking the mass and dimensions of the company's next-generation Starlink Version 3 broadband satellites. This time—Starship's 13th full-scale test flight and the second to use SpaceX's newest ve
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    5 mins
  • Daily Health & Wellness Brief · July 14th

    Daily Health & Wellness Brief · July 14th
    Jul 14 2026
    From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief for July 14th. Hey, Iris. July 14th. Ten stories — one trial, three reviews, six takes you can actually use. Let's get into it. First, from thisiswhatieat. spanish tortilla recipe. I’m thinking about the moment you walked into that San Diego kitchen, eyes on the eggs, Yukon Gold potatoes, and a single onion. The plan was simple: a classic Spanish tortilla, the kind that feels like a built‑in snack bar—protein and carbs in one pan. The method is straightforward. Slice the potatoes thin, layer them, then caramelize the onion in olive oil until it’s sweet and soft. Add beaten eggs, let everything set on the stovetop, and if flipping feels risky, slide the pan into a hot oven for a frittata‑style finish. The result is a rustic, a little uneven, but utterly satisfying tortilla. Kids love it, and the beauty is that you don’t need fancy tricks—just good eggs, potatoes, and patience. If you’re ever unsure, the oven finish guarantees it stays tender
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    5 mins
  • Daily Parenting Brief · July 13th

    Daily Parenting Brief · July 13th
    Jul 13 2026
    From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief for July 13th. Iris, July 13th. The morning read — ten things in health worth the eight minutes. Let's get into it. First, from Motherhood Musings. July updates: What I've watched, read, eaten and noted this month. I’m loving how the World Cup has turned our living room into a little family hub—TV perched on the bookshelf, early mornings under blankets, and the kids buzzing with geography facts after each match. It’s the simple joy of cheering together that makes the whole house feel brighter, even if the TV’s a bit of a squeeze. On the media side, we’ve just dived into “Your Friends and Neighbours,” a clever, funny thriller that’s got us hooked, and we’re eyeing “The Pitt” next because Pandora Sykes swears by it. In books, Douglas Stuart’s *John of John* surprised me with its bleak beauty, while Ann Patchett’s *Whistler* feels more grounded after that intensity. Cooking has been a mix of easy staples—zucchini pasta, rice with dahl—and a st
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    5 mins
  • Iris on parenting · July 12th

    Iris on parenting · July 12th
    Jul 12 2026
    From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief for July 12th. Hey, Iris. July 12th. Ten stories — one trial, three reviews, six takes you can actually use. Let's get into it. First, from Emily Ley. Sunday Scroll #149. I’m back from a few days at the Ritz‑Carleton on Lake Oconee, where the kids and I spent the afternoons in the infinity pool, made endless s’mores, and even took a pizza‑making class with Chef Loris. Coming home feels nice, especially now that a bit of routine is slipping back into place and I’m catching up with friends who’ve missed us. I loved Grace’s description of the pure joy you get when you meet a new adult friend, and I ran into a list of 54 super‑specific ways to be a good friend—think remembering coffee orders, putting the phone down to listen, and actually watching the TikToks they send. I also bookmarked a “22 Books That Made My Life Feel Bigger” list for when I need a reading boost. On the tech side, I’m still wrestling with the fast pace of AI, but a hopeful
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    4 mins
  • Iris on health and longevity · July 12th

    Iris on health and longevity · July 12th
    Jul 12 2026
    From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief for July 12th. Hey, Iris. July 12th. Ten stories — one trial, three reviews, six takes you can actually use. Let's get into it. First, from Beyond the Kale. Your July 12 meal plan.. Hey there! This is the 25th weekly meal plan, and it feels wild to hit that milestone. The creator’s been putting these together for half a year, and the response has turned them into a real favorite. They’re asking for your input on what recipes you’d love to see more of and any tweaks that could make the plan even smoother for you. This week’s menu leans into summer vibes and keeps things simple. There’s a brand‑new crispy rice salad for lunch that’s already being called a top‑tier version. Dinner gives you two flexible options—each can be cooked on the grill or in an air fryer, so you can pick whatever tool you have handy. The snack is a no‑oven, few‑ingredients treat that’s described as “like a dream.” For breakfast, they’ve got a Blueberry Peanut Butter Ove
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    3 mins
  • Iris on science · July 12th

    Iris on science · July 12th
    Jul 12 2026
    From storyflo. This is your daily audio brief for July 12th. Hey, Iris. July 12th. Ten stories — one trial, three reviews, six takes you can actually use. Let's get into it. First, from New Atlas. "I'd be appalled if it wasn't brilliant" – 2026 Yamaha R7 review. I’m picturing the reviewer in a sleek racing suit, joking that they look like a bipedal killer whale. That image sticks because the Yamaha R7’s styling and ergonomics really do give you a bold silhouette on the track. They say the bike’s presence makes other riders slow down a bit, almost out of respect, so overtaking feels more courteous than aggressive. It’s a light‑hearted way of noting the R7’s confidence‑boosting feel without overstating performance. Bottom line: the R7 isn’t just a fast machine; it’s a bike that lets you own the track with a grin, even if you end up looking a little whale‑like. Next. Second, from Phys.org. Almost a quarter of Dutch bee colonies did not survive last winter. So, last winter was tough on Dut
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    4 mins