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INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The history of the personal computer has strong roots in the societal changes that occurred during the 1960s. On this program, Prof. John Markoff discussed the 60s counterculture and the personal computing revolution. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The 21st century is regarded by many as the Pacific Century. But, the emergence of China as a superpower offers opportunities and risks. This roundtable discussed Japan-China relations, their respective media, and the power of the internet to transform their relationship. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Breakthroughs in biomedical research will soon allow us to live longer, grow stronger, and think smarter. But, will these advances come at a price? On this program, Ramez Naam discussed the promise of biological enhancement. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Why do birds sing? The scientific exploration of bird song has uncovered many underlying biological mechanisms, and the aesthetic beauty of their music continues to fascinate scientists and musicians alike. On this program, Prof. David Rothenberg discussed why birds sing. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Research at public universities is increasingly being driven by profit motives that undermine academic integrity and limit the free expression of ideas. What does this shift mean for higher education? On this program, Jennifer Washburn discussed the corporate corruption of higher education. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Fundamental particle physics is replete with novel theories that are merely academic until experimentally verified by high energy particle colliders. On this program, Prof. Michael Peskin from the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center discussed these experimental techniques. INTERVIEW DECRIPTION: Scientists draw their inspiration from many sources, and a common one is science fiction. On this program, Prof. Gregory Benford, physicist and SF novelist, discussed science fiction writing and its influence on scientific inquiry. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The stock market may often seem impenetrable to personal investing, but advances in internet trading have vastly simplified many complex transactions. Bonnie Biafore discussed online investing hacks. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: Commercials pervade modern society. While most of us may feel immune to their influence, they still can powerfully influence behavior, especially in children. On this program, Dr. Susan Linn from Harvard University discussed creating a commercial free childhood. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: How did the universe begin? How will it end? The answers to these questions have remained elusive, but for the first time in human history, there is hope that these mysteries of the universe can be uncovered. Noted author and particle physicist Simon Singh discusses these ageless questions. INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: In this information age, presenting data simply and effectively is essential for comunicating ideas. Yet, the graphical display of data is a relatively recent innovation, as discussed on this program with Prof. Howard Wainer. >>>CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO PREVIOUS PAGE<<<. For more information about an episode contact us at: groks@hotmail.com |
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