Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast

Burnout is growing as a common complaint in society, but what exactly defines the condition and how can we address it? On this episode, Amy Morin discussed, The Mental Strength Playbook.

George Forster is perhaps one of the most important global explorers whose historical impact has been largely forgotten. On this episode, Andrea Wulf discussed her book, The Traveller.

Polio was a deadly disease that has since been largely eradicated due to the Sabin vaccine. Yet, the story of the inventor of the vaccine has rarely been told. On this episode, Karen Torghele discussed her book, Albert Sabin: The Life of a Polio Vaccine Pioneer.

The aging of the population has created societal challenges regarding the distribution of wealth and power. On this episode, Dr. Samuel Moyn discussed his book, Gerontocracy.

The Battle of the Little Bighorn is one of the landmark events in the history of the West. What is the history of this major turning point? On this episode, Tom Clavin discussed his book, Vengeance.

Healthcare in the United States continues to suffer from many structural challenges. How did it get this way? On this episode, John McDonough discussed his book, Americas Wrong Turn.

What are the psychological origins or our moral decisions and their changes over time? On this episode, Dr. Audun Dahl discussed his book, Between Fixed and Fickle.

Birds are fascinating creatures whose evolutionary past is directly tied to that of dinosaurs. On this episode, Dr. Steve Brusatte discussed his book, The Story of Birds.

Modern genetics has enabled the connection of individuals separated by circumstance. On this episode, Alex Blum discussed his memoir, An Accident of Birth.

Humans are inducing climate change, which is well established by scientific findings. What can be done to mitigate these changes to the environment? On this episode, Dr. Vijay Limaye discussed climate science.

Astrology continues to have ardent believers, despite ample scientific evidence to the contrary. On this episode, Carlos Orsi discussed his book, What Science Says About Astrology.

Environmental policies are being legally assailed, which will adversely affect the health of the earth and its populations. What can be done legally to address these changes? On this episode, Sarah Buckley discussed the legal efforts to protect the environment.

The alphabet is familiar to everyone, but what do we know about the science and history of its formation? On this episode, Dr. Danny Bate discussed his book, Why Q Needs U.

Mental illness is often misunderstood, stigmatized, and poorly treated. How can peer led reforms help? On this episode, Frederick Vars discussed his book, Through the Fire.

The trial of war criminals after WWII required the evaluation by an expert psychiatrist, Dr. Douglas Kelley. What did he discover regarding the psyche of these criminals? On this episode, Jack El-Hai discussed his book, The Nazi and the Psychiatrist.

Space exploration has entered an accelerated period of development, with multiple competing entities and interests. What is the future of humanity in space? On this episode, David Ariosto discussed his book, Open Space

Elephants are unique animals that display complex behaviors. What can we learn from observing them? On this episode, Dr. Ron Dulek discussed his book, Sitting with Elephants.

Emergence describes the phenomenon of complex behaviors arising from simpler systems, perhaps analogous to human and artificial intelligence. On this episode, Dr. David Sussillo discussed his book, Emergence.

Approaches to healthy lifestyles are often common to both ourselves and our pets. On this episode, Dr. Doug Coward discussed his book, Healing Both Ends of the Leash.

Science is a difficult endeavor, but made more difficult when the scientific community punishes those who are correct. In the second part of our interview series, Matt Kaplan discussed his book, I Told You So.

Science is a difficult endeavor, but made more difficult when the scientific community punishes those who are correct. On this episode, Matt Kaplan discussed his book, I Told You So: Scientists Who were Ridiculed, Exiled, and Imprisoned for Being Right.

Protecting the global environment is a daunting task for scientists, but how can we implement the most effective changes. On this episode, Holly Erin Copeland discussed her book, Inner Rewilding.

Sanskrit is one of the foundational languages of human history, with linguists debating fundamental rules regarding its organization. On this episode, Dr. Rishi Rajpopat discussed, Panini and his Perfect Rule.

Empathy is often viewed as a soft skill in the world of business, but is it actually essential for any leadership structure? On this episode, Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller discussed her book, The Empathic Leader.

A healthy gut microbiome is essential for the normal operations of the body, but it is often misunderstood. On this episode, Dr. Oscar Coetzee discussed the gut microbiome.

Facing a cancer diagnosis can be a daunting prospect, which can be helped by having a playbook. On this episode, Joelle Kaufman discussed her book, Crushing the Cancer Curveball.

Friction is essential for the physical operations of everything from stars to machines to atomic forces. On this episode, Dr. Jennifer Vail discussed her book, Friction: A Biography.

The scientific understanding of the brain owes much to the founding of one of the seminal research centers, The Montreal Neurological Institute. On this episode, Yvan Prkachin discussed its history in his new book, Wired Together.

The effects of early childhood trauma can impact generations through both biological and psychological mechanisms. On this episode, Dr. Frank Putnam discussed his book, Old Before Their Time.

Can the complexity of the universe be described in terms of a simple rule based system? On this episode, Dr. Steven Wolfram discussed cellular automata, from an interview originally aired on 10.15.03.

Fullerenes have found applications in many areas of the physical sciences, but can it also influence biological health? On this episode, Chris Burres discussed his book, Live Longer and Better.

Advances in quantum computing are based on fundamental scientific advances in condensed matter physics. On this episode, Dr. Steven Chu discussed cooling atoms with lasers, from an interview originally broadcast 02.25.04.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping all aspects of the modern world, including the military battlefield. How will AI impact future conflicts? On this episode, Col. Dr. George Dougherty discussed his book, Beast in the Machine.

Vaccines have greatly improved public health, but their continued use is being hampered by misinformation, distrust, and inequity. On this episode, Dr. Seth Berkley discussed his book, Fair Doses.

Submarines are marvels of modern technological warfare, but the story of one of the most effective, the USS Tang, has not widely known. On this episode, Tom Clavin discussed his book, Running Deep.

Navigating the medical system can be daunting when dealing with an illness. What lessons can we learn from a broader perspective? On this episode, Jonathan Gleason discussed his book, Field Guide to Falling Ill.

The Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative was set up to study the causes and impact of the Deepwater Horizon spill. What were the outcomes of this initiative? On this episode, Justin Shapiro discussed the history of the initiative.

Hormones are important regulators of our health, but often receive less attention than other major systems in the body. On this episode, Dr. Nayan Patel discussed hormone health.

The earth is influenced by the environment of the solar system, yet these factors have not been fully appreciated. On this episode, Dr. Dagomar Degroot discussed his book, Ripples on the Cosmic Ocean.

Neurotechnological advances are occurring at a rapid pace. How can we address the ethical implications of these emerging methods? On this episode, Dr. Sean Pauzauskie discussed his book, Stage of Fools.

Rural areas are often underserved by medical doctors, which has led to the influx of doctors from abroad. How has this transformed the landscape in these areas for the doctors and patients? On this episode, Dr. Eram Alam discussed her book, The Care of Foreigners.

Birds display remarkable social behaviors, but why have they evolved these traits? On this episode, Dr. Joan Strassmann discussed her new book, The Social Lives of Birds.

Primary care in the United States continues to suffer from deep structural issues that limit its effectiveness. How can it be improved? On this episode, Dr. Troyen A. Brennan discussed his book, Wonderful and Broken.

The oceans contain remarkably varied flora and fauna that have been captured through artistic expression. What can we learn from these displays? On this episode, Dr. Helen Scales discussed her book, Ocean Art.

What is it about the human brain that enables it to derive pleasure from music? On this episode, Dr. Robert Zatorre discussed his book, From Perception to Pleasure.

Adverse situations can be an ongoing challenge for many without the proper coping mechanisms. On this episode, Dr. Christine Silverstein discussed her book, Wrestling Through Adversity.

Innovative ideas and products can arise from any source, but may be overlooked without a proper framework and guidance. On this episode, Drs. John Bamforth and Roy Zwahlen discussed their book, Race to Innovation.

Global scale problems continue to require innovative solutions. How can deep technology address the biggest problems in the world? On this episode, Pablos Holman discussed his book, Deep Future.

What are the philosophical and ethical implications of omnivorous diets? Are the potential solutions readily obtainable? On this episode, Dr. Jon Sanbonmatsu discussed his book, The Omnivore Deception.

Modern physics would not be the same today if it were not for the work of Albert Einstein. How did his miraculous year in 1905 contribute to this development? On this episode, we revisit an interview with Dr. John Stachel discussing Einstein and his Remarkable Year.