Popular Science Radio

Alan and the gang have been abducted by Aliens! Okay, not really, but the guys are discussing Alien life not only in outer space, but here on Earth! Other stories include; custom watches, the new Chevy Volt, diagnostic tools for infectious diseases, and much more.

Alan Taylor is joined by Dr. Cort Stoskopf, Ed Justice Jr., and Dick Messer to go over this months issue of Pop Sci Magazine, and talk about new technology in the camera world.. as well as electric cars, like the Chevy Volt.

This week Karl Champley fills in for Alan Taylor, as he talks with Dr. Cort Stoskopf about articles from the current issue of Pop Sci Magazine, as well as Eileen McCom from Benjamin Moore Paints, and a contributing editor of Pop Sci Magazine, Rebecca Boyle.

This week Alan Taylor is joined by Dr. Cort Stoskopf and master builder Karl Champley, as they discuss the articles in the October issue of Pop Sci Magazine, as well as Josh Dean, a contributing writer from Pop Sci Magazine. Topics range from 3D printers to UFO's.

In this week's Popular Science Radio Alan talks with special guest Dr. Jeffrey Gurtner, about his part in the invention of a gel glue that aids in suturing blood vessels. Other topics range from making your own gun powder to a concept car that can be driven with a joystick.

This week Alan Taylor talks with Cort and Karl about current events and what’s on the cover of the new Pop Sci Magazine. Dr. Homayoon Kazerooni shares his invention of an exoskeleton system for paraplegics. Also, the guys do a product review of the new Sony In-Dash Receiver with navigation.

In the pursuit of the fountain of youth one scientist strives to extend the human lifespan to 150 years or die trying. Dr. Bill Andrews, president of Sierra Sciences, shares his theories on aging with the Pop Sci guys, and also how recent discoveries are changing the field.

Karl Champley guest hosts this week with Cort Stoskopf. Alan Pluck joins the guys to discuss how he is bridging the gap between explorers and the natives of Papa New Guinea in the quest for gold. The crew also delves into the pages of Pop Sci with stories ranging from mosquitoes to oil drilling.

In this week’s episode of Pop Sci, Alan is joined by Cort and David. The guys discuss topics including the most dangerous lab equipment, and the best cameras on the market. Pierce Hoover, Brand Manager of Bonnier Corporation, phones in to tell us about the highlights of Eco Tour as he pedals across the US, and the purpose of his green journey.

This week’s Popular Science covers topics ranging from how to brew a quality beer in a week to genome editing. Also, Professor Manoz Tentzeris phones in to share how a basic printer can be used to convert energy for electrical appliances.

The last shuttle launch prompts discussion regarding technological strides resulting from the 30 year space program. Rick Loughery, Director of Communications for Go Pro, phones in to talk about their bite sized cameras with big potential. Also, Neil Gilmour phones in to tell us about the floating, liquefied natural gas carrier that can withstand a level 5 typhoon!

This weeks Popular Science is all about crazy vehicles! Don't miss stories on the dolphin monster truck, and all new government vehicles. What will you do if a shark attacks? Find out about personal shark defense!

Alan is joined by Karl and Cort at the 2011 Pacific Coast Builders Conference. The guys fill us in on how technology and the green movement are changing the home market with representatives from; GreenBuilder Media, Sloan, Eco-Center, Quiet Cool, Imfuna, and GE.

This weeks PopSci celebrates new inventors and POWER! Josh Schuler calls in from MIT to talk about all of the grants being given out at this years EurekaFest and Jacob Ward from PopSci discusses the Future of Vehicle Fuel.

Let's talk science and technology. Alan, Cort, and Karl fill us in on the top new inventions and species of 2011. Leeches, crickets, and spiders, Oh my! Maxim Budyanski phones in to discuss a pen which solves the need for a low cost way to screen expecting mothers for toxemia, eclampsia, and other conditions.