Weekly science radio program hosted by Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling. Each show features interviews with scientists and technical innovators, humorous commentary on recent discoveries, plus the Grokotron 5000 and the World Famous Question of the Week! Tune in every week and rediscover the world as you think you know it.
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Homelessness Cures -— Groks Science Show 2021-01-20
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The problem of homelessness may seem insurmountable, but there are possible solutions requiring the will to implement them. On this episode, Dr. Marybeth Shinn discussed her new book, In the Midst of Plenty.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Illness Medicine -— Groks Science Show 2021-01-13
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Medical care in the United States continues to face serious challenges in improving the health of the populace. What are the problems and solutions? On this episode, Dr. Michael J. Young discussed his book, The Illness of Medicine.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Dot Aligning -— Groks Science Show 2021-01-06
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What are the essential features for growing a business? Are there methods to align these necessary features? On this episode, Dr. Phillipe Bouissou discussed his book, Aligning the Dots.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Resilience Training -— Groks Science Show 2020-12-30
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The travails that are part of our lives may sometimes seem insurmountable, but our ability to embrace these challenges may be trainable. On this episode, Brent Gleeson discussed his book, Embrace the Suck.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Envisioning Exoplanets -— Groks Science Show 2020-12-23
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Exoplanets are now a common feature of astronomical discoveries, but what do some of these exoplanets look like? On this episode, Michael Carroll discussed his new book, Envisioning Exoplanets.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Janus Point -— Groks Science Show 2020-12-16
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The concept of time is one whose physical theory continues to elude scientists. What are advances in the theories of time? On this episode, Dr. Julian Barbour discussed his book, The Janus Point.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Momentum Meeting -— Groks Science Show 2020-12-09
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The conduct of most meetings often leaves something to be desired. How can meetings be more effective, engaging and enjoyable? On this episode, Mamie Kanfer Stewart discussed her new book, Momentum.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Seven Sins -— Groks Science Show 2020-12-02
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The concept of sin is one that has evolved from the middle ages to the present day. How have we arrived at our current concept of sin? On this episode, Dr. David Salomon discussed his new book, The Seven Deadly Sins: How Sin Influenced the West from the Middle Ages to the Modern Era.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Moral Fate -— Groks Science Show 2020-11-25
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Tribalism is a pervading influence in the structure of society, but is it possible to mitigate the deleterious effects of this mentality? On this episode, Allen Buchanan discussed his book, Our Moral Fate: Evolution and the Escape from Tribalism.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Timed Eating -— Groks Science Show 2020-11-18
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Eating a healthy diet is important for maintaining optimum body health. But is the time when you eat as important as what you eat? On this episode, Dr. Michael Roizen discussed his new book, What to Eat When.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Smithsonian Science -— Groks Science Show 2020-11-11
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James Smithson may be best known as the namesake of the Smithsonian Institution, but his scientific accomplishments are often overlooked. On this episode, Steven Turner discussed his new book, The Science of James Smithson.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Nose Dive -— Groks Science Show 2020-11-04
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The sense of smell is of profound importance, but few may realize it until it is gone. The diversity of chemicals producing smells is even more astounding. On this episode, Harold McGee discussed his new book, Nose Dive.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Alignment Problem -— Groks Science Show 2020-10-28
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Although the advances in artificial intelligence have been striking in recent years, has as much thought been given to the ethical issues surround the design of these systems? On this episode, Brian Christian discussed his new book, The Alignment Problem.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Meteorites -— Groks Science Show 2020-10-21
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The natural history of the earth and solar system can be surprisingly gleaned from the study of meteorites. On this episode, Dr. Tim Gregory discussed his new book, Meteorite: How Stones From Outer Space Made Our World.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
Bones may be some of the most remarkable biological structures in our bodies, but few may stop to realize their many functions. On this episode, Dr. Roy A. Meals discussed his book, Bones: Inside and Out.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Immortality Key -— Groks Science Show 2020-10-07
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Did the early Christian church inherit a psychedelic Eucharist from the Greeks? What evidence exist from the historical record and archeological chemistry? On this episode, Brian C. Muraresku discussed his new book, The Immortality Key.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Pediatric Advances -— Groks Science Show 2020-09-30
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Through advances in modern medicine and public health, infant mortality has been largely relegated to the past. On this episode, Dr. Perri Klass discussed how science and medicine gave children a future.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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AI Countdown -— Groks Science Show 2020-09-23
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Artificial intelligence has expanded greatly, such that it has reshaped the modern world. What is the future of AI? On this episode, Michael Kanaan discussed his book, T-Minus AI.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Modern Madness -— Groks Science Show 2020-09-16
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Mental health issues often hides in the darkness, but what can we be done to increase understanding and awareness of mental health? On this episode, Terri Cheney discussed her book, Modern Madness: An Owner's Manual.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Psychological Reckoning -— Groks Science Show 2020-09-09
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The internal narratives that form a basis for personality psychology may be a factor that distinguishes the 45th President of the United States. On this episode, Prof. Dan McAdams discusses his new book, The Strange Case of Donald J. Trump: A Psychological Reckoning.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Rebel Cell -— Groks Science Show 2020-09-02
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Cancer is perhaps the oldest and most formidable disease that has plagued human history. How are new theoretical advances improving our understanding of how to treat cancer? On this episode, Kat Arney discussed her new book, Rebel Cell.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Synchronicity -— Groks Science Show 2020-08-26
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Of the many phenomena in quantum mechanics, perhaps none is as strange as quantum entanglement. What does this imply for the physical laws of the natural world as we know it? On this episode, Dr. Paul Halpern discussed his new book, Synchronicity.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Self Reg -— Groks Science Show 2020-08-19
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How can a society be justly organized? Does it depend on the ability of the citizenry to self regulate? On this episode, Dr. Stuart Shanker discussed his new book, Reframed: Self Reg for a Just Society.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
The fragility and weak points in societal structures may cause worry and consternation in most. But, some individuals respond instead by building. On this episode, Bradley Garrett discussed his new book, Bunker: Building for the End Times.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)
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Universe Two -— Groks Science Show 2020-08-05
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The Manhattan Project represents one of the most scientifically innovative, yet ethically challenged endeavors of our time. On this episode, Stephen P. Kiernan discusses the human dimensions of this project in his new book, Universe of Two.By science@groks.net (Groks Science)