This episode marks the twenty-third anniversary of the Groks Science Show, which first started airing as a radio show and podcast in February of 2001. On this episode, we look back at the past and gaze forward to the future of science on the show.

Twenty Three -— Groks Science Show 2024-02-28

Advances in artificial intelligence are now affecting areas such as writing and literature.  How can computers learn to write?  On this episode, Dr. Dennis Yi Tenen discussed his book, Literacy Theory for Robots.

Robot Literati -— Groks Science Show 2024-02-21

How can an applied mathematical and statistical understanding of sports improve these games for coaches, players and fans?  On this episode, Dr. Tim Chartier discussed his new book, Get in the Game.

Sports Analytics -— Groks Science Show 2024-02-14

Sugar is ubiquitous in the modern food landscape, but its abundance is at the root of many health problems.  How do we cope with too much sugar? On this episode, Maria Dello discusses health issues arising from excessive sugar consumption.

Sugar Sugar -— Groks Science Show 2024-02-07

Healthcare in the United States exhibits severe inequalities for individuals of color and rural populations.  How does one address these deep rooted medical inequalities?  On this episode, Dr. Uche Blackstock discussed her book, Legacy.

Medical Legacy -— Groks Science Show 2024-01-31

Adrenaline is a key hormone and neurotransmitter in the body that is often associated with the fight or flight response.  However, excess amounts of adrenaline may be linked to several diseases.  On this episode, Dr. Michael Platt discussed his book, Adrenaline Dominance.

Adrenaline Dominance -— Groks Science Show 2024-01-24

Establishing a business can be an arduous task, but how can technology benefit this process?  On this episode, Shane Mishler discussed the implementation of technology in business.

Business Technology -— Groks Science Show 2024-01-17

The space shuttle is perhaps one of the most iconic vehicles to usher in the exploration of the final frontier.  But, the personal stories of the astronauts who helmed those missions has rarely been told. On this episode, Dr. Tom Jones discussed his book, Space Shuttle Stories.

Space Shuttle -— Groks Science Show 2024-01-10

The history of the discovery and manufacturing of aluminum can provide profound insights into managing material sustainability. On this episode, Dr. Saleem Ali discussed his book, Soil to Foil.

Sustainable Aluminum -— Groks Science Show 2024-01-03

The surface and atmosphere of planets are their most obvious features, but what is buried beneath their surfaces? On this episode, Dr. Sabine Stanley discussed new book, What's Hidden Inside Planets?

Planetary Insides -— Groks Science Show 2023-12-27

Technological advances in areas such as artificial intelligence are informing creative decisions in marketing.  How will this affect businesses and consumers? On this episode, Aditya Varanasi discussed the role of technology in marketing.

Technological Marketing -— Groks Science Show 2023-12-20

The field of cardiovascular medicine owes a great deal to the groundbreaking and ongoing work of Dr. Magdi Yacoub. On this episode, Simon Pearson and Fiona Gorman discussed their new biography, A Surgeon and a Maverick: The Life and Pioneering Work of Magdi Yacoub.

Surgeon Maverick -— Groks Science Show 2023-12-13

Our modern description of the physical universe would not have been possible without the contributions of pioneering women scientists.  On this episode, Dr. Shohini Ghose discussed her new book, Her Space, Her Time.

Her Spacetime -— Groks Science Show 2023-12-06

The universe is more chaotic than appears in the night sky, but how have astronomers discovered these events?  On this episode, Dr. C. Renee James discussed her book, Things That Go Bump in the Universe.

Cosmic Chaos -— Groks Science Show 2023-11-29

The Conference of the Parties (COP) has annually gathered representatives from around the world to address climate change, but the inner workings of this meeting have rarely been explored.  On this episode, Dr. Naveeda Khan discussed her new book, In Quest of a Shared Planet.

Global Environment -— Groks Science Show 2023-11-22

What can advances in science tell us about the purpose of the universe?  How can this relate to the emergence of life and consciousness? On this episode, Dr. Philip Goff discussed his new book, Why? The Purpose of the Universe.

Universe Purpose -— Groks Science Show 2023-11-15

All our lives are hurtling towards the same inevitable conclusion.  The ways in which science can inform our understanding of the inevitable are still evolving.  On this episode, Dr. Brad Stuart discussed his new book, Facing Death.

Facing Death -— Groks Science Show 2023-11-08

How can advances in the science of artificial intelligence and consciousness inform advances in the physical sciences?  On this episode, George Musser discussed his book, Putting Ourselves Back in the Equation.

Ourselves Equation -— Groks Science Show 2023-11-01

Our planet has undergone remarkable transformations over the course of its natural history, but parallel reminders of those days can still be observed among our celestial neighbors.  On this episode, Michael Carroll discussed his book, Planet Earth, Past and Present.

Earth Parallels -— Groks Science Show 2023-10-25

The deleterious effects of excess sugar in the diet is implicated in a host of health conditions.  How is it possible to address these issues?  On this episode, Dr. Richard Jacoby discussed his book, Un-Glued.

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