Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast
Weekly science radio program hosted by Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling. Each show features interviews with scientists and technical innovators, humorous commentary on recent discoveries, plus the Grokotron 5000 and the World Famous Question of the Week! Tune in every week and rediscover the world as you think you know it.
Show episodes
Anthropogenic stresses on the global environment will require visionary solutions to solve these problems. On this episode, Alan Weisman discussed his book, Hope Dies Last: Visionary People Across the World, Fighting to Find Us a Future.
How do physical dynamics of planetary motion affect seasonal cycles and why is this commonly misunderstood? On this episode, Dr. Andrew Fraknoi discussed the reason for the seasons.
Can the lack of personnel identity lead to the acts of a psychopathic individual? On this episode, Jerry Jamison discussed one such case in his new book, Vanishing Act.
Where did it all come from? How has modern cosmology evolved with new evidence regarding the origins of the universe? On this episode, Dr. Niayesh Afshordi and Phil Halper discussed their book, Battle of the Big Bang.
Data overwhelms us on a daily basis, but how can it be used for the benefits of individuals and society? On this episode, Justin Evans discussed his book, The Little Book of Data.
The history of modern aviation owes much to the events of the year 1919, when the first transatlantic flight occurred, but this period is often overshadowed by later events. On this episode, David Rooney discussed his book, The Big Hop.
