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INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Weather prediction is unreliable. But, one publication has been doing it with 80% accuracy since 1792, "The Old Farmer's Almanac. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The expressive fervor of cultish beliefs can take many forms, especially when the object of devotion is the Macintosh. On this program, we examined the Cult of Mac, with Wired Magazine editor Leander Kahney. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: While the holiday season offers temptations for ruining an otherwise healthy diet, chocolate may be a guilty pleasure with unexpected health benefits. Also, we discussed the secret to beating the casino at Blackjack. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Lasers have multiple applications, from simple pointing devices to guiding missiles. On this program, Nobel Laureate Prof. Charles Townes discussed the development of the laser. (Read Transcript) INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Campus life is full of stress, which is a normal part of academic life. Coping with these challenges can often lead to depression. On this program, we explored dealing with depression on campus. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The theory of plate tectonics describes many geological phenomenon. However, to accurately predict interactions at plate boundaries that could result in earthquakes requires a more refined model. (Read Transcript)
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The proliferation of spam e-mail peddling everything from home mortgages to male enhancement may cause one to wonder, "Who writes this stuff?" On this program, Brian McWilliams profiles some of these spam peddlers as portrayed in his book, Spam Kings. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Stem cell research promises to develop cures for a variety of ailments, but the current government restrictions on this research has forced investigators to improvise their methods. As a result, California voters have proposed a bond measure to fund this research. On this program, we examined the pros and cons of this measure INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: With the growing scarcity of fossil fuels, alternative energy sources are actively being investigated. Currently, hydrogen based fuel systems have been heralded in the press as being the solution. But beyond the hype, the hydrogen economy faces critical challenges. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Each year over 100 million flu shots are administered, but the recent announcement that this year's supply will be cut in half will complicate matters. On this program, we examined the upcoming flu vaccine shortage. INTERVIEW DECRIPTION: Special coverage of the 2004 Nobel Prize Awards in Medicine or Physiology, Physics, and Chemistry. >>>CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO PREVIOUS PAGE<<<. For more information about an episode contact us at: groks@hotmail.com |
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