Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

Efficiency may be a hallmark of effective organizations, but is the quest for efficiency beneficial in the long run? On this episode, Dr. Edward Tenner discussed the efficiency paradox.

Swearing as an integral part of our language, but what can science tell us about why we swear? On this episode, Benjamin Bergen discussed the science of swearing.

Consensus is often proposed as the most important thing to achieve in a group interaction, but is there benefit in dissent? On this episode, Prof. Charlan Nemeth discussed the importance of dissent.

Raising kids in a screen-filled world can be especially daunting, but can screen time actually be beneficial? On this episode, Angela Santomero discussed parenting in a screen-filled world?

The tragedy of flight 242 remains a potent reminder in the history of aviation. What lessons were learned and how did the people recover? On this episode, Samme Chittum discussed the tragedy of flight 242.

Quantum mechanics may be a powerful theory that enables everyday life, but what does it tell us about the nature of reality? On this episode, Dr. Adam Becker discusses the search for meaning of quantum mechanics.

The tech industry, while enormously successful, has seen many of its jobs move away from the United States. On this episode, Hilarie Gamm discussed the billions lost in the tech industry.

Resilience is a term that is often referred to when discussing highly effective individuals. But, how do we build resilience in kids? On this episode, Dr. Kate Lund discussed building resilience in kids.

What are the hidden motives behind our actions? Why do our brains make up stories about our actions to keep us unaware of our real motives? On this episode, Dr. Robin Hanson discussed the elephant in the brain.

Annihilation, the new film by Alex Garland, explores the self-destructive capacity of humans in a unique alien landscape. On this episode, Dr. Adam Rutherford discussed his contributions to the development of Annihilation.

The epic migration of songbirds heralds the dawning of spring. But, what does their migration tell us about nature? On this episode, Bruce Beehler discussed the springtime songbird migration.

Modern phones have gone from being a tool to a temptation. But, how do we break the cycle of addiction to our phones? On this episode, Catherine Price discussed how to break up with your phone.

A rare eclipse of a blue, super-moon will occur in North America on January 31. What is this rare triple event? On this episode, Dr. Andrew Fraknoi discussed the eclipse of the blue, super-moon.

Is there a god? And, can science provide any insight into this most pressing philosophical question? On this episode, Dr. Bernard Haisch discussed a scientific inquiry into the god question.

Although weight loss may be a challenging problem, economic theory may be able to provide a solution. On this episode, Rob Barnett discussed the economist diet.

Months after Hurricane Maria the Puerto Rico, the island faces food, water, and electricity shortages. On this episode, Ingrid Montes discusses the recovery efforts on Puerto Rico and shares her thoughts on science and society.

What will be the next step in human evolution? Will genetic engineering and artificial intelligence be the driving force? On this episode, Dr. Don Simborg discussed what comes after Homo sapiens?

Although our bodies will inevitably age, how our brains age is another matter. On this issue, Dr. Daniel Amen discussed memory rescue.

Who was the last man to know everything? Enrico Fermi may well be that person. On this episode, David Schwartz discussed the life and times of Enrico Fermi.

The field of anesthesiology is opaque to many, even including some of the practitioners. On this episode, Dr. Henry Jay Przybylo discussed the field of anesthesiology.

Often termed the second brain, the gut houses the microbiome, which influences many aspects of our health. On this episode, Dr. Michael Mosley discussed the clever gut.

Our understanding of the universe would be far poorer were it not for the women of the Harvard Observatory. On this episode, Dava Sobel discussed their work in the Glass Universe.

Venom is found throughout nature and the animals that use them serve important ecological roles. On this episode, Ronald Jenner discussed the science of venom.

The PLATO system was a networked computer system that may have spurred the advent of the social networking. On this episode, Brian Dear discussed the history of the PLATO system.

The human need to have pets continues, despite their declining utilitarian value. On this episode, John Bradshaw discussed the animals among us.