Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

In the information age, disinformation has become a pernicious issue that has overtaken the digital landscape. How do we identify and handle disinformation? On this episode, Donald Barclay discussed his new book, Disinformation.

Is it possible to tell what someone is really thinking? How can you tell if someone is lying to you? On this episode, Dr. David J. Lieberman discussed his new book, Mindreader.

The big questions of existence continue to be investigated by many areas of science. What does physics tell us about existence? On this episode, Dr. Sabine Hossenfelder discussed her new book, Existential Physics.

Changes to the global environment will require innovative solutions, perhaps even involving novel applications of photosynthesis. On this episode, Dr. Raffael Jovine discussed his book, How Light Makes Life.

The changes to the global environment will require addressing economic, scientific, and social justice issues. On this episode, Eric Davidson discussed his new book, Science for a Green New Deal.

Throughout the history of warfare, rapidly adapting and utilizing new technologies has been key to success. On this episode, Dr. Richard Schultz discussed his book, Transforming US Intelligence for Irregular War.

Although the nature of reality may appear to be solidly constructed, our conscious experiences may arise from other fundamental properties of nature. On this episode, Dr. Howard Eisenberg discussed his book, Dream It to Do It.

Homo sapiens has come to dominate the planet, but what are the traits that have allowed humans to have such a position. On this episode, Dr. Liat Ben David discussed her book, The Story of Our Lives.

World War II was a time of great historical upheaval, where many moments in time could have drastically altered the course of history. On this episode, William Martin explores these scenarios in his book, December 41.

A career in science is challenging, but even more so after serving time in prison. How can the barriers facing former inmates be overcome? On this episode, Dr. Stanley Andrisse discussed his book and organization, From Prison Cells to Ph. D.

Although emotional expression through language is often viewed as supplemental to rational thoughts, the actual organization may be reversed. On this episode, Dr. Mark Changizi discussed his book, Expressly Human.

Changes to the global environment are now causing major economic changes across the globe. How are economic issues influencing the climate debate? On this episode, Bob Keefe, discussed his book, Climatenomics.

The video game industry of the early 80s was dominated for a time by the Atari VCS. But, the fall of the industry has been attributed to one video game, E.T. On this episode, Howard Scott Warshaw discussed his new book, Once Upon Atari.

Can achieving good health and wellness be influenced by integrating healthy lifestyle choices? On this episode, Neil Cannon discussed health and wellness and his new book, The Vitality Code.

Although changes to the global environment and climate seem to be increasing, is it possible to restore the climate for a sustainable future? On this episode, Peter Fiekowsky discussed his new book, Climate Restoration.

In a worldwide plague with societies under lockdown, how can human communities survive? On this episode, Umar Turaki discussed his new novel, Such A Beautiful Thing to Behold.

Creativity is an elusive feature of the human mind that many would like to harness. How does it arise and how can we cultivate it? On this episode, Matt Richtel discussed his new book, Inspired.

The great questions of science and philosophy continue to undergo rigorous exploration and experimentation. What is our understanding of these questions? On this episode, Alan Lightman discussed his new book, Probable Impossibilities.

Coral reefs are an amazing microcosm supporting life in the oceans, but their existence continues to be threatened. On this episode, Juli Berwald discussed her new book, Life on the Rocks.

Apollo 13 holds a unique place in the history of the early space missions. The lunar pilot on the flight had a unique perspective on the mission and the evolution of the space program. On this episode, Fred Haise discussed his new book, Never Panic Early.

The laws of thermodynamics and quantum physics may seem to operate at completely different physical scales, but is it possible to combine these different physical principles? On this episode, Dr. Nicole Junger Halpern discussed her book, Quantum Steampunk.

How can we help preserve the biodiversity of the planet? Can preserving half the land on the planet be the solution? On this episode, Tony Hiss discussed his book, Rescuing the Planet?

How could an aspiring supervillain take over the world? Are the comic book schemes of supervillainy supported by modern science? On this episode, Ryan North discussed his new book, How to Take Over the World.

The search for the physical basis of consciousness continues to challenge scientists. Wherein lies the mind? On this episode, Dr. Thomas R. Verny discussed his book, The Embodied Mind.

Our understanding of the brain owes to several foundational discoveries by the Spanish neuroscientist, Santiago Ramon y Cajal. On this episode, Benjamin Ehrlich discussed his life and new book, The Brain in Search of Itself.