Episode 121: Geek Chic
An episode of the Distillations | Science History Institute podcast, hosted by Science History Institute, titled "Episode 121: Geek Chic" was published on May 13, 2011 and runs 11 minutes.
May 13, 2011 ·11m · Distillations | Science History Institute
Episode Description
Today's show wonders if it's becoming chic to be a geek. First, we see how pop culture portrayals of scientists have boosted their reputations with teenagers. Next, we look at the state of science education in the U.S.
SHOW CLOCK
00:00 Opening Credits
00:32 Introduction
00:57 Upping STEM's Cool Factor
06:58 Science Education in the U.S.
10:51 Closing Credits
CREDITS
Special thanks to Esther D'Amico and Tom Tritton for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.
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