The first formative years of life are critical for the development of the human brain. Yet, any memories from those early years are typically forgotten. What is it like inside the mind of a baby? On this program, Dr. Charles Fernyhough discussed a thousand days of wonder.

Luckily, my brain never developed…

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Discoveries in science and technology are often obfuscated by complex scientific terminology. But, simple and straightforward presentations can usually help cut through the jargon. On this program, David J. Tenenbaum discussed the why files.

I like jargon…

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Although biologists have fact sheets for most organisms on the planet, the human has somehow escaped this treatment. On this program, Hannah Holmes discussed the biology of the well-dressed ape.

Where can I find a good tailor…

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For those awaiting organ transplants, everyday brings continued challenges for survival. One solution that some consider is to search overseas for an organ, which poses its own unique obstacles and challenges. On this program, Daniel Asa Rose discussed his search for a kidney in China.

Where can I find a new appendix…

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Industrial processes produce carbon dioxide emissions at a staggering rate. Recycling carbon dioxide into fuel sources may help recapture some of these emissions into a useful form. On this program, Byron Elton discussed carbon recycling technology.

Can we recycle my hot air?

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Is it possible for corporate and societal interests to coincide in the modern business world?  On this program, Andrew Savitz discussed this intersection and the triple bottom line.

Will this help me get my sums right…

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Sex may be the reason that the world goes round, but can science provide the reason for the reason? On this program, Dr. Sharon Moalem discussed how sex works.

Didn’t the Kama Sutra already explain this? 

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Although alleviating the changes to the global environment may seem like a daunting task for an individual, many enterprising people have decided to take on the challenge. On this program, Edward Humes discussed the new generation of Eco Barons.

Does this means I have to sell my Hummer?

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In the years since the famous experiment by Martin Fleischman and Stanley Pons, the field of cold fusion has had difficulty igniting the interest of the scientific community. However, recent advances are now sparking renewed promise and focus. On this program, Dr. Michael McKubre and Dr. Irving Dardik discussed the advances in cold fusion research.

Where’s my thermos…

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Ocean currents are essential for the proper functioning of the global environment. Interestingly, these currents may be studied by simply observing the items that float on it. On this program, Dr. Curt Ebbesmeyer discussed flotsametrics.

Where’s my rubber ducky?

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