Curious Minds is where big questions meet everyday curiosity—exploring how science, technology, and imagination shape our world. From kids to grandparents, everyone can find something to spark their mind here.

In this episode (Ep. 7): Can living underwater make you biologically younger? Join host Karthik as he explores the incredible story of Dr. Joseph Dituri, a former Navy diver who lived under the sea for 100 days and emerged with signs of reversed aging. Discover how pressure, oxygen, and disciplined science reveal new insights into longevity and what it really means to grow young.

Disclaimer: This episode is crafted with insights researched using AI and personal reflections. While facts are verified with credible sources, the practical tips shared are for general guidance. Listeners are encouraged to adapt them to their own needs.#underwaterliving, #biologicalage, #telomeres, #longevity, #science, #anti-aging, #CuriousMindsPodcast

Sources:

• "Diving Deep: Dr. Joseph Dituri Sets Record Living Underwater for 100 Days," University of South Florida News, 2023, https://www.usf.edu/news/2023/mission-complete-usfs-dr-deep-sea-resurfaces-after-living-underwater-for-100-days-setting-new-world-record.aspx
• "Man Who Lived Underwater for 100 Days Reveals Epigenetic Age Impact," LAD Bible, 2025, https://www.ladbible.com/news/science/joseph-dituri-lived-underwater-experiment-epigenetic-age-742753-20250418
• "Florida Scientist Resurfaces After Living Underwater for Record 100 Days," PBS NewsHour, 2023, https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/florida-scientist-resurfaces-after-living-underwater-for-record-100-days
• "Florida Man Spends Record Time Living Underwater, Aims to Rejuvenate Cells," USA Today, 2023, https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/06/09/joseph-dituri-undersea-living-record-100-days/70307599007/
• "Researcher Experiments Living Underwater for 100 Days to Study How High Pressure Impacts Longevity," GreenMatters, 2024, https://www.greenmatters.com/pn/researcher-experiments-living-underwater-for-100-days-to-study-how-high-pressure-impacts-longevity-the-results-are-baffling

Curious Minds is where big questions meet everyday curiosity—exploring how science, technology, and imagination shape our world. From kids to grandparents, everyone can find something to spark their mind here.

In this episode (Ep. 6): As technology evolves faster than ever, governments race to keep up. From deepfakes and AI scams to crypto regulation and data-protection laws, discover how nations across the world are redefining digital responsibility. Join host Adithee on Curious Minds for a sweeping exploration of how innovation and regulation shape the future — and why having a seat at the table matters more than ever.

Disclaimer: This episode is crafted with insights researched using AI and personal reflections. While facts are verified with credible sources, the practical tips shared are for general guidance. Listeners are encouraged to adapt them to their own needs.

#AI regulation, #deepfakes, #GDPR, #MiCA, #China, #India, #digitalpolicy, #innovation vs #regulation, #technology #ethics, #CuriousMindspodcast.

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1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) — Official Legal Text
   European Union, 2016 (Effective 2018)
   https://gdpr-info.eu
   
2. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
   Wikipedia, 2025
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Data_Protection_Regulation
   
3. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
   Federal Trade Commission (FTC), USA, 1998
   https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/rules/childrens-online-privacy-protection-rule-coppa
   
4. Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA)
   European Commission, 2023
   https://ec.europa.eu/info/business-economy-euro/banking-and-finance/financial-markets/securities-markets/crypto-assets_en
   
5. Data Protection — European Commission
   European Commission, ongoing updates
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6. UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) — Data Protection and the EU
   ICO UK, 2025
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7. Key Cybersecurity Laws in China
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   Legislative Affairs India (Official Portal), 2023
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9. India’s AI-powered Fraud Monitoring Network Launch
   Economic Times India, 2024
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Curious Minds is where big questions meet everyday curiosity—exploring how science, technology, and imagination shape our world. From kids to grandparents, everyone can find something to spark their mind here.

In this episode (Ep. 5): Join Prashanth to explore how a 19th-century mathematician’s equations, modern sensors, and artificial intelligence work together to predict and prevent the world’s most dangerous crashes. Discover how science, data, and design quietly protect millions of lives every day.

Disclaimer: This episode is crafted with insights researched using AI and personal reflections. While facts are verified with credible sources, the practical tips shared are for general guidance. Listeners are encouraged to adapt them to their own needs.

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1. ​AI-Based Model Can Help Traffic Engineers Predict Future CrashesJohns Hopkins University Researchers, Nature Communications, 2025https://techxplore.com/news/2025-10-ai-based-traffic-future-sites.html
2. ​Simulation Crash Testing: Enhancing Automotive DesignNeural Concept Blog, 2018https://www.neuralconcept.com/post/simulation-crash-testing-enhancing-automotive-design
3. ​Nexar’s Open Dataset and Crash Prediction ChallengeNexar Blog, 2025https://data.getnexar.com/blog/nexars-open-dataset-and-crash-prediction-challenge-pushing-the-boundaries-of-ai-driven-road-safety/
4. ​Augustin-Louis Cauchy - Biography and Mathematical LegacyMacTutor History of Mathematics Archive, University of St Andrews, 2017https://mathshistory.st-andrews.ac.uk/Biographies/Cauchy/
5. ​NHTSA Vehicle Safety RatingsNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration, USA, 2025https://www.nhtsa.gov/ratings
6. ​Euro NCAP Safety RatingsEuropean New Car Assessment Programme, Ongoing updateshttps://www.euroncap.com/en/ratings-rewards/latest-safety-ratings/