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Episodes
- Food Supply -- Groks Science Show 2008-11-26
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Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Although food production in the world has seen tremendous advances, recent challenges may threaten the supply of food. On this program, Paul Roberts discussed these challenges and the end of food. - Happiness -- Groks Science Show 2008-11-19 (24mb)
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Happiness is a state that most people try to achieve, but which often seems elusive. How can science inform our understanding of the pursuit of happiness? On this program, Prof. Ed Diener discussed the science of happiness. - Information Bridge -- Groks Science Show 2008-11-12 (19mb)
Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Although information technology has revolutionized modern life, many parts of the world still require considerable development. On this program, Manolo Figallo discussed bridging the information gap in developing parts of the world. - Dominant Animal -- Groks Science Show 2008-11-05 (24mb)
Wed, 05 Nov 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Humans have evolved to become the dominant life form on the planet, but in the process have extracted a heavy toll on the environment. On this program, Prof. Paul Ehrlich discussed human population biology and its relation to the environment. - Therapy Clouds -- Groks Science Show 2008-10-29 (24mb)
Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wireless technology is providing a novel approach to physical therapy that may vastly improve recovery efforts. On this program, Robert Prunetti discussed wireless therapy. In addition, cloud computing networks may be the next step for mobile computing and data storage. Joining us was Daryl Adams, who discussed the advantages of cloud computing. - Software Security -- Groks Science Show 2008-10-22 (22mb)
Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Although computer software is a ubiquitous facet of daily life, the security of most applications leaves much to be desired. On this program, David Rice discussed the real cost of insecure software. - Human Cognition -- Groks Science Show 2008-10-15 (21mb)
Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Although evolution has only recently led to the emergence of the human species, the capacities of the human brain may be unique in the animal kingdom. On this program, Prof. Michael Gazzaniga discussed the cognitive neuroscience of the human brain. - Drugs -- Groks Science Show 2008-10-08 (19mb)
Wed, 08 Oct 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Drugs are a ubiquitous part of modern life. However, separating the facts from the myths about drug use can often be a challenge. On this program, Prof. Cynthia Kuhn discussed the science of drugs. - Shift Age -- Groks Science Show 2008-10-01 (22mb)
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
The rapid pace of technological change is daunting for those attempting to predict the outcome of these many innovations. On this program, David Houle discussed living in the Shift Age and its implications for the future. - Science Diplomacy -- Groks Science Show 2008-09-24 (17mb)
Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Science is often construed as being divorced from diplomatic considerations. Yet, scientists, due to their shared concerns, are uniquely poised to break political and national barriers. On this program, Cathy Campbell discussed the importance of science diplomacy. - Sex Evolution -- Groks Science Show 2008-09-17 (19mb)
Wed, 17 Sep 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Although love is said to make the world go round, most might concede that sex is the real prime mover. On this program, Faye Flam discussed how the quest for sex has shaped the modern man. - Edge of Science -- Groks Science Show 2008-09-10 (24mb)
Wed, 10 Sep 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
From killer viruses to the infinite digits of pi, science is continually confronting the unknown. But, what science uncovers may be unsettling at times. On this program, Richard Preston discussed journeys to the edge of science in Panic in Level 4. - Math World -- Groks Science Show 2008-09-03 (22mb)
Wed, 03 Sep 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Mathematics is often regarded as highly abstract, yet many fundamental explanations about the natural world have come from seemingly arcane mathematical research. On this program, Prof. James Stein discussed how math explains the world. - Black Holes -- Groks Science Show 2008-08-27 (21mb)
Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Black holes are the mysterious remnants of collapsed stars. But, the physics behind these objects remains surrounded by as much myth as science. On this program, Prof. Leonard Susskind discussed the current physical theories behind black holes. - Brain Manual -- Groks Science Show 2008-08-20 (20mb)
Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
The brain is a fascinating and complex organ that often baffles and confuses those who own it. Sometimes, a manual would be helpful. On this program, Matthew MacDonald discussed the missing manual for the human brain. - Random Walk -- Groks Science Show 2008-08-13 (20mb)
Wed, 13 Aug 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Randomness is a fundamental part of natural physical phenomena. Yet, it is often unappreciated how these stochastic processes affect our daily lives. On this program, Dr. Leonard Mlodinow discussed the random walk. - Synthetic Diamonds -- Groks Science Show 2008-08-06 (20mb)
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
While most diamonds in the world are mined from natural sources, technological advances are now making synthetic diamonds a viable alternative. On this program, Ulrich Boser discussed the world of synthetic diamonds. - Animal Research -- Groks Science Show 2008-07-30 (20mb)
Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Animal research is fundamental to the remarkable advances in medical science. Yet, controversy continues to exist regarding the role of animals in medical research. On this program, Prof. P. Michael Conn discussed the animal research war. - Haphazard Minds -- Groks Science Show 2008-07-23 (22mb)
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
The human brain is capable of remarkable tasks. But surprisingly, it is not optimally designed for solving most problems. On this program, Prof. Gary Marcus discussed how the brain is like a kluge. - Holistic Birding -- Groks Science Show 2008-07-16 (21mb)
Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:01:08 PDT Author: Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Observing birds in nature is a rapidly growing past time for many birding enthusiasts, which is especially rewarding when combined with a holistic approach. On this program, Ted Floyd discussed holistic birding.
