Science Friday Audio Podcast
Summary: Science Friday, as heard on NPR, is a weekly discussion of the latest news in science, technology, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow. Ira interviews scientists, authors, and policymakers, and listeners can call in and ask questions as well. Watch the latest science videos from the Science Friday website.
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Podcasts:
Earthquakes have increased by 50 percent in Oklahoma since 2013 and may be linked to drilling disposal wells.
The White House released its latest climate report this week, with much the same message as recent IPCC findings—climate change is real, and it's happening fast.
Author Scott Weems lets us in on the jokes and uncovers the science of humor.
Sneezes and coughs generate gas clouds that can spread germs farther than previously imagined.
The Rubik’s Cube has over 43 quintillion different starting combinations.
Electronic musician Squarepusher talks about writing Music for Robots.
Forget balancing a checkbook. Today there are better ways for the budget-minded to keep track of bank balances.
African elephants use different types of rumbles to signal danger from bees or humans.
Professional forager Tama Matsuoka Wong gives tips for picking wild plants safely and sustainably.
The gender of a researcher might influence the stress levels of laboratory mice.
Scientists use Henry David Thoreau’s notes to study climate change at Walden Pond.
Scientists are combining genetics and linguistics to trace the origins of these staples of the modern-day menu.
The Science Club meets to recap the month’s ‘Build an Art Machine’ project.
Is Aereo a high-tech TV game changer or a clever way to get around broadcast copyright law?
Ecologist Bryan Pijanowski hopes to create a soundscape of every ecosystem on the planet.
