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.
Global varnish? 😉
Posted by: grokscience | May 25, 2022
Climate Restoration
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Posted by: grokscience | May 18, 2022
Beautiful Beholding
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.
Hold on… 😉
Posted by: grokscience | May 11, 2022
Inspired
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.
Connect the dots… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: creativity, groks, inspiration, neuroscience, psychology, science
Posted by: grokscience | May 4, 2022
Probable Impossibilities
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.
Improbable possibility? 😉
Posted by: grokscience | April 27, 2022
Coral Reefs
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.
Shaken not stirred… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: climate change, conservation, coral reefs, groks, oceans, science
Posted by: grokscience | April 20, 2022
Apollo Astronaut
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.
42?… 😉
Posted by: grokscience | April 13, 2022
Quantum Steampunk
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.
Entangled trains? 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: groks, information, physics, quantum mechanics, quantum thermodynamics, science, thermodynamics
Posted by: grokscience | April 6, 2022
Planet Rescue
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.
The snap? 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: conservation, ecology, environment, groks, science
Posted by: grokscience | March 30, 2022
Supervillain Science
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.
Kryptonite? 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: comics, groks, science, supervillain, world domination
Posted by: grokscience | March 23, 2022
Embodied Mind
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.
Behind the fridge? 😉
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